Biography
Professor Dian Vieselmeyer grew up in NE and earned a BS in elementary education and an MA as a reading specialist (1983) from Concordia Teachers College, Seward, Nebraska. She taught in elementary classrooms in Springfield, Illinois, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and Gainesville, Florida. From 1979 to 1985, Dian was an instructor at Concordia Teachers College in Seward, Nebraska, and developed the Learning Center and student support services.
At Concordia University Irvine, Dian coordinated the freshman program, the college orientation course, and academic support services from 1986 to 1996. She served as the Director of Academic Advising (1996-2013) and Dean of Student Success from 2013 to 2018, when she transitioned to the Master of Arts/Science in Coaching, Athletic Administration, and Exercise Science. She has mentored graduate students and has been an instructor for the professional portfolio since 2011.
Dian has conducted workshops and retreats for faculties in elementary and high schools, retreats for women’s ministries, workshops for parents of high school athletes, and as a consultant/trainer to colleges and universities for Noel Levitz USA, nationally known for recruitment and retention.
Dian lives in Tustin and has two sons. Brad (Chevron), his wife Dana, and sons Garin (15) and Owen (13) live in Houston, TX. Brent (football coach), wife Marnie, and daughters Payton (17) and Quinn (14) live in Orange County.
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Education: Concordia Teachers College, Seward, NE (1970)
- Master of Arts; Reading Specialist; Concordia Teachers College, Seward, NE (1983)
Honors & Accolades
- 30 Years of Service to the Church (LCMS): 1986-2016 (2016)
- Lifelong Learner Award – Concordia University Seward, NE (2019)
- Dave Cowen Servant Leadership Award (MCAA) (2022)
Courses Taught
- MSCE 595 Culminating Project (2011-2024)