About the Minnesota Chapter
The MnCUPA-HR brings together HR professionals in higher education to exchange best practices, connect with others in our field, and provide meaningful educational opportunities on topics important and relevant to our field. We are always looking for higher ed HR professionals in Minnesota who want to get involved and help out. If this sounds like you, please contact us.
Learn more about CUPA-HR's mission, values and priorities here.
2025-26 Minnesota Chapter Board
Susan Rafferty
President
Human Resources Director
University of Minnesota - College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences
Eric Davis
President Elect
Vice Chancellor for Human Resources
Minnesota State Colleges & Universities
Matt Everhart
Past President
Benefits & HR Technology Manager
University of St. Thomas
Danielle Yee
Treasurer
Senior Human Resources Consultant
University of Minnesota - College of Liberal Arts
Laura Diaz
Secretary
Assistant Director & Deputy Title IX Coordinator
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Brian Tiegs
At-Large Member
Human Resources Director
South Central College
Tori Addison
At-Large Member
CHRO/Associate Vice President of Human Resources
Normandale Community College
Linda Alvarez
At-Large Member
Director & Title IX Coordinator
Minnesota State University, Mankato