Heather Crofutt

Instructional Technology & Design Specialist

Heather Crofutt is an Instructional Technology & Design Specialist originally from Alliance (but considers Chadron where she is "from") who graduated from CSC with a BA in English Journalism, an MBA in Management, and holds a Grant Proposal Writing Certificate from Fort Hayes State University. Prior to joining the TLPEC team, Heather worked in student services and data management at CSC giving her a vast knowledge of the innermost workings of higher education institutions. She also possesses advanced skills in Canvas LMS and many other Ed. Tech programs. Beyond work, Heather serves as the Chadron Public Library Board President and volunteers as Online Content Manager for Chadron Community Recreation. A food focused traveler, Heather enjoys creating digital content, spending time with family/ pets, and crafting.

Phone Number: (308) 432-6275
Email: hcrofutt@uupt.net
Office: Library Basement 110
Mailing Address: 1000 Main St.

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Travis Hencey

Instructional Resources Coordinator

Travis Hencey was born and raised in Chadron. He graduated from CSC with a BA in Studio Art in 2009 and then again with a BS in K-12 Art Education in 2015. Over the years, Travis held multiple positions with Chadron State College working around the field of online learning on a variety of learning management systems. From 2015-2024, Travis was a public school teacher at Riverside Public Schools and Chadron Public Schools where he taught visual art, graphic design, and multimedia production classes. Having taught through the coronavirus pandemic, Travis rediscovered the importance of preparing both teachers and students with the necessary skills to learn, work, and live in a world that is increasingly online.

Travis is passionate about higher-order thinking skills in the classroom as a method to boost student engagement in learning. Authentic creativity being a key component of his teaching philosophy, he is a curious user of artificial intelligence as a tool and wonders about its effects on human thought and production going forward.

Outside of the office, Travis produces mixed-media artworks that have been shown in galleries throughout the region and he is an active volunteer for Chadron’s Art Alley murals project.

Phone Number: (308) 432-6316
Email: thencey@uupt.net
Office: Library Basement 104
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Ronda Bokelman

Student Curriculum Specialist

Ronda Bokelman is a Student Curriculum Specialist from Hastings, Nebraska who brings a wealth of knowledge and diverse experience to our team. She holds a design diploma from Columbus Community College, a Bachelor of Art Education from the University of Nebraska at Kearney, and certifications as a CNA and ASCP Phlebotomist. Currently, she is advancing her skills by pursuing Clinical Mental Health at CSC. Known for her patience, she embodies the traits of an educator and lifelong learner. Outside the professional sphere, Ronda enjoys being active in her church, indulging her green thumb through gardening, expressing herself through art, keeping fit by swimming, and lending a hand wherever possible.

Phone Number: (308) 432-7068
Email: tlpec@uupt.net
Office: Library Basement 110
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