Hi, I am Nicole Ruhland. I will be starting my 23rd year of teaching (all of which have been at St. Clair).  I teach MSU College Biology, Biology 11, Forensics, and SCC Human Anatomy & Physiology. I live in Mankato.  I have three adult children, Blake (28), McKenzie (25), and Lilli (20).   I have a dog (super mutt) named Quinn.  I also have chickens!!

During the summer months I manage the outdoor swimming pool for the City of St. Peter and during the school year manage the St. Peter Middle School Pool.   During the school year, I am the senior high knowledge bowl coach and lead junior advisor. In addition, I teach as an adjunct in the evenings at South Central College (teaching Human Anatomy for nursing students).

In what spare time I have, I enjoy curling, gardening. hunting/fishing, kayaking, rollerblading, biking, live music and travel.