MPRC Consultants

Rose Hauge, WC Region 3
Rose was born and raised on a farm south of Murdock Minnesota in a family with 3 brothers and 3 sisters. She moved to Brainerd Minnesota 22 months ago from Pine County to work for Crow Wing County Health department. Her 18 year old crabby cat Harry lives with her in a small 1950Õs house that she bought in the blue collar section of town. She has two great sons, Hans Kennedy Hauge - 27 & Jens Kennedy Hauge - 22. She moved to Brainerd 5 years after losing Dean, their father, her husband of 25 years to smoking induced lung cancer. His life work, difficult addiction to tobacco, valiant 3 years as a recovering smoker that ended in his tragic, untimely death inspire me to continue in the work of prevention. She has a bachelor of Science Degree - Recreation and Parks Administration from Mankato State University - emphasis in Recreation Therapy. Certified Prevention Professional Advanced from the Minnesota Certification Board. Certified in L.I.F.E. (Lilting, Irish, Fun & Foolish Educational Escapades) obtained from REH Inc. Her interests outside of work are gardening, reading, decorating, walking, audio books, conversation with friends, shopping, knitting, music including singing and being an ordinary person.

Judy Hanson, EC Region 4
Judy is originally from St. Louis, Missouri and currently lives in Albertville with her husband of 25 years, son Derek (20) and daughter Jillian (10). She has a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Moorhead State University and a Master of Arts from the University of St. Thomas. Judy is also a licensed Social Worker and seeking LADC certification. She understands "teen speak." Judy's interests outside of work include boating, swimming, weight training, knitting and family time. Her definition of a good day is going to sleep with a smile on her face.

Jean T. Dooley Johnson, SW Region 5
Jean is originally from Austin, Minnesota and currently resides in Hutchinson, with her husband Kevin. Jean earned the following degrees, license and certificates: Bachelor of Science in Human Ecology from the University of Minnesota, Certificate in Instructional Design (St. Cloud State), Adult Education Vocational License (State of Minnesota and U of M) and a Master of Education (U of M). Her interests outside of work include her four children, ages 25, 23 and 20-year-old twins. Jean also enjoys music, reading, sewing and working with youth (she is a Crow River Area Youth Orchestra Board member). Her idea of a good day is one where in the end; she is at peace with herself and others.

Dan Gentile, SW Region 5
Dan Gentile is originally from Minnesota's Iron Range, Gilbert to be precise. He now lives in Montevideo (Region 5 -- Chippewa County), and has lived there for about 20 years. Dan and his wife Julie have two sons, one in the U.S. Navy and the other in the Marine Corps. Dan holds a B.A. in sociology from the University of Minnesota - Duluth and an M.S. in counseling from South Dakota State University. He is a licensed psychologist who, when not consulting for MPRC, is employed by Woodland Centers, a community mental health center in Montevideo. At Woodland, he provides out-patient mental health services to children, adolescents, adults and families. Outside of work, Dan likes spending time with his family, laughing and having fun. He also loves to read and listen to music.

Maryanne Law, SE Region 6
Maryanne Law was born in St. Paul and grew up in south Minneapolis. She now lives in Austin, Minnesota with a former Canadian international student who has become like an adopted daughter and Judah, a large orange and white cat who is very friendly and fetches like a dog. Maryanne has two sons, Justin age 31 and David, 25. Maryanne earned a Bachelor of Arts in Education and English at Macalester College and a Master of Management from St. Mary's University. She speaks English and can read some French. Maryanne enjoys being involved in community/civic projects and serving as a director on several community boards/collaboratives. She is a Guardian ad litem (child advocate) for the Third Judicial District. Maryanne and her family enjoy the four seasons at their home on Lake Washburn near Outing in northern Minnesota where she also enjoys casual entertaining. A good day means she has read some Scripture, talked with her sons, successfully met a deadline, the media quoted her accurately, caught some of Prairie Home Companion, had a meal with a couple of congenial friends and watched a movie that made her laugh.

Kirsten Dawson, Metro Region 7
Kirsten hails from St. Paul and currently lives in Arden Hills, Minnesota. She shares her house with her husband Glen and one of their sons who just graduated from college. Kirsten's education includes a Bachelor of Arts in English from Gustavus, a Chemical Dependency Counseling Degree from the University of Minnesota and a Master's Degree in Human Development from St. Mary's. She speaks English and understands some Swedish. Her interests outside of work include reading, writing, hiking, knitting and traveling. Kirsten's definition of a good day is when she's exercised, worked and been with people who are important to her like family and friends.

Deborah Mosby, Metro Region 7
Deb was born in St. Paul, but spent her formative years in Arlington, Texas. She returned to St. Paul to raise her kids. Her husband Ted, a psychologist, teaches adjunct at Metropolitan State University and Minneapolis Community and Technical College. He works for Bachmann and Associates on the COSIG project. Son Alex is a sophomore at Mankato State University in the B.F.A. program majoring in Musical Theater. Daughter Erika is a senior in high school and is active in music, cross country running, nordic skiing and soccer. Zelda is the family's grey miniature schnauzer who barks too much, but is a very nice little "dawgie." Deb holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from the University of Texas and a Master of Science in Experiential Education from Mankato State University. She is a licensed drug counselor and teaches at Metropolitan State University in the Human Services Department, Alcohol and Drug Counseling major. She also teaches adjunct at the U of M and MCTC. Her interests outside of work include music, especially 60s and 70s rock. Her definition of a good day is when she gets nine hours of sleep and doesn't have a morning deadline. She also enjoys spending time with her family, preferably in the summer at a lake!

Andrea Carter, Metro Region 7
Andrea Carter is from North Minneapolis. She recently became an empty nester-her children are 24 and 20. Andrea has a Business Management Certificate from the University of Minnesota Carlson School of Management. She is a credentialed Child Development Associate through a National Credentialing Program in Washington D.C. and an Early Childhood Specialist through the Hennepin Technical Institute. She speaks English and is currently studying Spanish. Outside of work Andrea enjoys reading, rollerskating and fishing. Her definition of a good day is when she's had the opportunity to make a positive impact on either a young person or another adult's life through word or deed. She can then reflect at the end of the day and say "today was a good day!"

Shoua Thao, Metro Region 7
Shoua, originally from Laos, now lives in Inver Grove Heights with her husband and five children (four boys and one girl). Shoua received an individual alcohol and drug counseling certificate and training from Hazelden. She speaks and understands Hmong and English. Shoua's interests include spending time with family, gardening and fishing. Her definition of a good day is when she goes shopping with her daughter.

Chong Moua, Metro Region 7
Chong is originally from Laos. She and her husband live in St. Paul with their three children and Spike (a dog). Chong graduated from Century College with a Human Services and Chemical Dependency degree. She is fluent in both Hmong and English. Chong's interests outside of work include spending time with her family. Her definition of a good day is one that is challenging, yet educational and fun.

Dung Pham, Metro Region 7
Dung Pham, who is originally from Vietnam, now lives with her husband and children in Blaine. She has CPP status (Certified Prevention Professional) conferred by the Minnesota Certification Board for completing Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist Training. Prior to obtaining that status, Dung received an AA degree from Community College of Philadelphia in General Arts and Computer Business Programming. Dung speaks Vietnamese and English and she enjoys reading books, playing with her children and cooking. Her definition of a good day is when she has completed all of the work she set out to do.

Dzuy Ho, Metro Region 7
Dzuy has lived in Minnesota since 1994. He was born and raised in Vietnam and currently resides in Brooklyn Park with his wife and daughter. Dzuy holds a Bachelor's degree in Individualized Studies from the U of M where his studies focused on economics, sociology and business management. Dung speaks Vietnamese and English. He enjoys playing and watching sports, traveling and spending time with his family. His definition of a good day is when his clients are happy and have smiles on their faces.

Mohamed Duale, Metro Region 7
Mohamed has lived in Minnesota for five years. He is originally from East AfricaÑSomalia to be precise. Before moving to Minnesota, Mohamed lived in Jacksonville, Florida where he was employed by that state's Department of Health. Mohamed's other work experience includes positions with two agencies of the United Nations-the World Food Program and the Food and Agricultural Organization. While serving in these positions, Mohamed traveled to Italy, Egypt, India, South Africa, Germany, the Philippines, Swaziland, Kenya, Ethiopia, Djibouti and Tanzania. Mohamed earned a Master of Science degree from Mananga Agricultural Institute in Swaziland. He speaks Somali, Amharic, Harari, Italian and basic French in addition to English. When he's not serving as an MPRC consultant, Mohamed is employed by Hennepin County as a Senior Community Health Worker. Mohamed lives in Eagan with his wife and four sons. Outside of work, he enjoys volleyball and spending time with his family. Mohamed defines a good day as one when he completes his assignments as well as he had planned.

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