June new hires and promotions

Jamie Ferns is proud to be the new Event Coordinator with the College of Indigenous Studies and the Community Technical College in Fairbanks, Alaska. While earning a Bachelor's degree in Biology from California State University Channel Islands, Jamie worked as the manager of the Academic Senate and served on several DEIA committees. By day, Jamie can be found reading about Indigenous Science in a hammock, learning beadwork, or bikejoring with a dog. By night, Jamie typically learns the Cherokee language or connects with family. Jamie is looking forward to serving the new community.

~Jamie Ferns

Beryl Castillo, PhD, began her career in the private sector before transitioning to civil service. With a diverse background in Human Resources, she has refined her expertise across various domains while excelling as a respected military member. Castillo serves as a First Sergeant for the 168th Civil Engineer Squadron at Eielson AFB, where she is acknowledged for her holistic leadership style. Committed to assisting others in navigating today's intricate job market, she operates a resume-writing and career counseling business. Despite her military deployments, including a tour during the Iraq war, Castillo maintains her pride in calling Alaska home.

~Beryl Castillo

Lisa Pullock is the new Workforce Development Specialist at Northwest Campus and enjoys mentoring employees to become the best team members they can be.  She has spent the majority of her career in the Nonprofit sector, gaining experience in areas such as program development and implementation and organizational leadership.  While developing training programs for Nome’s growing employment needs is her primary job function by day, she also enjoys berry picking and family.

~Lisa Pullock

Uvluluataq! My name is Ivik Henry and I am from Kotzebue, AK.  I currently work at Chukchi Campus as the I.T. Student Support Technician. Some background about myself: I am named after my family camp, Ivik, and I went to Nikaitchuat Ilisagviat immersion school in Kotzebue. I was taught the Iñupiaq language and the Iñupiat Ilitqusiat or Iñupiaq Values. 

Growing up, my dad worked in information technology, influencing my interest in computers and tech. While working in I.T., I try to utilize the Iñupiaq Values in my day-to-day life to help me stay grounded and resolve issues professionally and personally. After working for the Maniilaq Association and Konica Minolta Business Solutions, I learned that I still have much to learn within the Information Technology field.

~Ivik Henry