Scott Coenen

Scott Coenen

Director

Originally from Wisconsin, Scott received his bachelor's degree from the University of Minnesota in family social science, and his masters in student affairs in higher education from Colorado State University. Prior to working in the PSEO office, he advised U of M students for over nine years in the College of Biological Sciences and the Carlson School of Management. Fun facts: he loves anything made of sugar, water ski shows, and sci-fi books/movies.

Anja Hovde

Anja Hovde

Academic Adviser

Anja Hovde is originally from Duluth, MN. She received her bachelor's degree from the University of Minnesota Duluth, and her master's degree from the University of Minnesota Twin Cities. She has been working in the PSEO office since 2011. Fun facts: she is a mom of two boys, loves reading, and is a proud resident of Anoka (the Halloween capital of the world!).

Andrew Kopelman

Andrew Kopelman

Academic Advisor

Andrew is originally from New York, NY. He received his bachelor’s degree in English and philosophy from Lafayette College, and his master’s degree in leadership and student affairs from the University of Saint Thomas. He has been advising PSEO students since 2009. Fun facts: he follows the Mets, loves horror and fantasy, and enjoys most anything created by Joss Whedon!

Molly Olson

Molly Olson

Operations Manager

Originating from Maple Grove, Minnesota, Molly received her bachelor’s degree in Sexual and Reproductive Health Promotion from the Inter-College Program at the University of Minnesota in 2014. In her free time, she enjoys cooking and playing Dungeons & Dragons.

Roy Weaver

Executive Office Assistant

Roy has been with the college for several years and has had many different roles. He enjoys hiking park trails, biking, and reading spy novels.