I like solving people puzzles

CAITLIN STOECKER

One of the things that Stoecker appreciated most about her experience at NDSU was the fact that she was in the same classroom as doctoral students and professors who are considered leading experts in their elds. Engaging in discussions and analysis with these people elevated her ability to apply knowledge and solve problems at work.

Stoecker also serves on NDSU’s Communication Advisory Board, o ering a bridge between the industry and academic worlds. She enjoys being able to advise students and answer their industryrelated questions. “I had mentors that helped me in my education and career. This feels like a way to give back and pay it forward in a subject matter that I am most passionate about,” she says.

Stoecker says communication professors at NDSU are personally invested in our local and regional communities. They o er ways to connect students with opportunities that would be a good t.

That support helped Stoecker earn her master’s degree. The exibility of her professors, support of the department, and a path that was tailored to her needs allowed her to earn her degree in 2017 while balancing a full-time career and expanding her family. Stoecker’s rst child came as she pursued her graduate degree. The Stoecker family is expecting their second child very soon.

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