My name is Tara Johanneson. I am the Director of Online Education at USF. Prior to beginning my USF career, I worked in the Bishop O'Gorman Catholic Schools (previously Sioux Falls Catholic Schools) as a 7-12 Technology/Computer Science teacher, 9-12 Chromebook Coordinator, and K-12 Technology Integrationist. I have taught numerous classes including, but not limited to, Computer Applications, Multimedia, Graphic Design, Computer Programming, Web Design, Introduction to Computer Science, and AP Computer Science. Outside of the classroom, I also advised the Gaming Club, O'Gorman FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America) chapter, and coached the eSports team.

I earned my Masters of Science in Technology for Education and Training from the University of South Dakota, a Bachelor of Science in Business Education, and an Associate's Degree in Business Management from Dakota State University. I also have endorsements in K-12 Technology Education, Technology Integration, and Technology Coordination. 

I live in Tea, SD, with my husband, Jason (co-owner of R&R Mobility in Sioux Falls), and our three children, Taylor, Jaxon, and Jadon. In my free time, I enjoy traveling, baking, playing board games, and reading.

Hello, my name is Kaden Mork. I am the Network and Communications Administrator here at USF. Before starting at USF, I worked at BluePeak (formerly Vast Broadband) as a Network Operations Center Technician. A very brief description of the job is that I watched the network and if anything looked wrong, the NOC would attempt to fix it before it was too broken. I obtained my Bachelor's degree in Network and Security Administration from Dakota State University in the fall of 2021. 

In my free time, I tend to play Esports-related games or set some time aside for a bike ride. On a rare occasion or depending on the season, I will also set some time aside to play golf at different courses. I am very excited to have received this opportunity and will work to be a great teammate.