Mike is currently Associate Professor of Design/Technology for the drama department, bringing backgrounds in both scenic/lighting design and architectural history to the program. Mike's professional experience includes two years as the head of the production/tech department at the Missoula Children's Theatre where he designed sets and lights for several shows including, Into the Woods, The Music Man, The Foreigner and Little Shop of Horrors. Mike also spent eight years teaching technical theatre at Central Wyoming College in Riverton, WY, designing the sets and lights for every departmental production. Other professional credits include seven summers as Designer and Technical Director at the Bigfork Summer Playhouse, three seasons at the Idaho Repertory Theatre at the University of Idaho, and six tours with the Montana Repertory Theatre. Mike has served on numerous Arts Boards including a four year appointment on the Wyoming Arts Council, and is a consultant for the restoration and preservation of historic theatres.