How can we help you?
Out staff is ready to assist you with any computer/technical questions you may have. Please feel free to contact any members of the staff either by e-mail or call (319) 352-8353. Please use the address below for any mail correspondence. We look forward to serving you.

ADMINISTRATION AND ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT

Gary Wipperman, Director of ITS, Chief Information Officer A 1976 graduate of Wartburg, Gary joined the staff in 2001. He earned his M.S. degree from the University of Iowa. He directs the activities of the ITS staff and previously served as Senior Technology Manager at CUNA Mutal Life Insurance Company. Phone: (319) 352-8353 E-mail: gary.wipperman@wartburg.edu Mary Dorman, Technical Assistant A 1992 graduate of Wartburg, Mary joined the staff in 2004. She handles ITS equipment quotes, purchasing, licensing software, reconciliation of bills and provides administrative assistance for the department. She previously served as the office coordinator of the communication and marketing office. Phone: (319) 352-8353 E-mail: mary.dorman@wartburg.edu

DESKTOP/LAPTOP/MEDIA/CLASSROOM TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT

Tony Lutz, Media Services Support Specialist Tony joined the staff in 1988. He received his A.A. degree from Kirkwood Community College. He provides Macintosh support and audio/video multi-media systems installation and support for campus classroom technology. He previously served at Computerland of Cedar Falls. Phone: (319) 352-8693 E-mail: tony.lutz@wartburg.edu June Rieck , Technology Analyst June joined the staff in 2007. She helps coordinate the student help desk and offers support for campus workstations and handhelds. She has worked as a PC technician at Northeast Iowa Community College in Calmar since earning her A.A.S. degree in computer network administration there in 2002. Phone: (319) 352-8398 E-mail: june.rieck@wartburg.edu Robyn Warrington, Technology Specialist Robyn previously served as Computer Technician at Northeast Iowa Community College in Calmar.  She has been at NEICC since her graduation from there in 2006.  She helps coordinate the student help desk and offers support for campus workstations, printers, and handhelds. Phone: (319) 352-8519 E-mail: robyn.warrington@wartburg.edu

E-MAIL AND NETWORKING SUPPORT

Karen Koupal, Network Manager Karen joined the ITS staff in 1999. She is a 1987 graduate of the University of Northern Iowa. She plans, directs and coordinates the design, installation and connectivity of computer and network systems to ensure stable operation. She previously served as network operations manager for Oster Communications, Inc. Phone: (319) 352-8516 E-mail: karen.koupal@wartburg.edu Byron Mather, Network Analyst Byron joined the Information Technology Services staff in 2008. He was previously an information technology server systems administrator for Electronic Data Systems, working at GMAC Mortgage in Waterloo. He also served as a group information systems operator-analyst for the U.S. Army Reserves 649th Support Group in Cedar Rapids. He served in the Army from 1983 to 2006 and has earned college credit at the University of Maryland University College at Wiesbaden Air Base, Germany, and at Hawkeye Institute of Technology in Waterloo. Phone: (319) 352-8670 E-mail: byron.mather@wartburg.edu Jeremy Staker, Infrastructure Analyst Jeremy joined the ITS staff in 2010.  He previously worked as a Windows Systems Engineer at GMAC in Waterloo since 1996. He graduated from Hawkeye Community College. He has also completed various certification programs including MCP, MCSA, and most recently MCTS. Phone: (319) (319) 352-8594 E-mail: Jeremy.Staker@wartburg.edu

WEB & DATABASE APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT

Julie Breutzmann, Applications Systems Analyst A 1987 graduate of Wartburg, Julie joined the staff in 1990. She also earned a B.S. degree from the University of Wisconsin at Milwaukee in 1974. She provides support of the administrative application software. Her previous experience includes computer consultation and support at various agencies in Wisconsin and Iowa. Phone: (319) 352-8336 E-mail: julie.breutzmann@wartburg.edu Kim Sprain, Applications Systems Specialist Kim joined the ITS staff in 2011. He develops, modifies, tests and installs academic and administrative computer application software systems. He previously worked at CUNA Mutual in Waverly. Phone: (319) 352-8629 E-mail: kim.sprain@wartburg.edu Tod Schulz, Systems Architect & Database Administrator Tod joined the staff in 1987. He is a 1985 graduate of the Business Institute of Technology. He coordinates the implementation, maintenance, and support of administrative systems and application development/integration. Phone: (319) 352-8204 E-mail: tod.schulz@wartburg.edu

MEDIA/BROADCAST SUPPORT

Jim Ohmstede, Broadcast Engineer Jim joined the ITS staff in 2003. His previous positions have included television stations in Iowa and Nebraska. He is a 1965 graduate of the University of Nebraska School of Journalism. He also attended the Elkins Institute of Radio in 1966. He provides the Communication Arts Department with support for KWAR-FM and WTV. Phone: (319) 352-8294 E-mail: jim.ohmstede@wartburg.edu Hans Pregler, Production Manager/Ticket Office Manager Hans joined the staff in 2005. He maintains technical equipment for Neumann Auditorium and the McCaskey Lyceum and manages the ticket office and ushers club. He holds as A.A. degree in Technical Theater and Electronics from Indian Hills Community College and Bachelors of Theater degree from UNI. In addition, Hans has worked at KWWL in Waterloo and KYOU in Ottumwa. Phone: (319) 352-8216 or 8445 E-mail: hans.pregler@wartburg.edu