The SCC Advising Team supports students’ path to graduation. Academic advisors are available for virtual and on-campus appointments. Appointments are scheduled at least 24 hours in advance to allow each student to receive a comprehensive advising appointment.
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Faribault Campus Advisors
Abdi Sabrie
507-389-7257
Pronouns: He/Him/His
Abdi is a father of seven with background in International Relations and Political Science. Abdi has a passion for education equity and student advocacy. Abdi was himself a First-Generation College Student.
Abdi is a recipient of multiple awards; 2020 SCC Engagement Award, 2019 Excellence in Service to Students Award, 2018 Bush Fellow, 2012 National Jefferson Award for public service, and 2011 Good People Jefferson Award.
Abdi is a member of the following boards and committees: PELSB MN State Teacher Licensing Board, Minnesota State Teacher Education Committee, SCC Global Education Committee, SCC Culinary Arts Advisory Committee
Abdi advises these programs on the Faribault Campus:
- Associate of Arts
- Accounting
- Business Management
- Early Childhood Education
- Marketing Management
- Medical Lab Tech & Phlebotomy
Abbey Lane
507-389-7491
Pronouns: She/her/hers
Abbey came to South Central College in December 2021. Before joining the Advising team at SCC, she earned her A.A. in Humanities at Santa Barbara City College, her B.S. in Animal Behavior at Carroll University, and her M.S. in Higher Education Administration at the University of North Dakota. Before working in Higher Education, Abbey worked as a zookeeper focusing on animal enrichment. She loves using the knowledge she gained in school to train dogs in her free time (especially her Corgi, Penny Lane).
Abbey advises these programs on the Faribault Campus:
- Associate of Arts
- Family Services
- Transfer Pathways: accounting, biology, business, communication, economics, early childhood education, English, history, pre-social work, psychology.
Elizabeth Prange
507-332-5817
Pronouns: She/her/hers
Elizabeth has been working at South Central College - Faribault since April of 1998. She graduated from the University of Minnesota: Duluth with an education degree in Mathematics. Elizabeth taught for a short time before transitioning to higher education. She enjoys using her skills to help promote student growth and exploration outside the classroom.
In her spare time, Elizabeth enjoys spending time with her family and friends, traveling, and going to concerts and plays. Elizabeth understands the benefit of a small community and technical college that’s close to home, as all her children have taken classes at SCC.
Elizabeth advises these programs on the Faribault Campus:
- Associate of Arts & Transfer Pathways
- Machine Tool Technology
- Medical Lab Tech
- Office Technology & Business Software
- Phlebotomy
- Postsecondary Enrollment Option (PSEO)
- Nursing (Pre-Nursing)
Matthew Leisen
507-389-7324
Pronouns: He/him/his
Matthew began his post-secondary journey at a technical and community college and was a transfer student, where he pursued his degree in elementary education. He spent seven years in primary education settings before shifting his passions to serving students in a college environment. Matthew earned his doctorate, focusing on the impacts to Adult Learners. When Matthew is not researching best advising practices, he enjoys lifting, gaming, cycling, hunting, riding his motorcycle, and spending time with loved ones.
Mattew advises these programs on the Faribault Campus:
- Carpentry
- Machine Tool Technology
- Mechatronics
- Welding
North Mankato Campus Advisors
Abdi Sabrie
507-389-7257
Pronouns: He/Him/His
Abdi is a father of seven with background in International Relations and Political Science. Abdi has a passion for education equity and student advocacy. Abdi was himself a First-Generation College Student.
Abdi is a recipient of multiple awards; 2020 SCC Engagement Award, 2019 Excellence in Service to Students Award, 2018 Bush Fellow, 2012 National Jefferson Award for public service, and 2011 Good People Jefferson Award.
Abdi is a member of the following boards and committees: PELSB MN State Teacher Licensing Board, Minnesota State Teacher Education Committee, SCC Global Education Committee, SCC Culinary Arts Advisory Committee
Abdi advises these programs on the North Mankato Campus:
- Associate of Arts
- Accounting
- Business Management
- Early Childhood Education
- Graphic Communication
- Intensive Care Paramedic
- Medical Lab Tech & Phlebotomy
- Marketing Management
- Surgical Tech (Pre-Surgical Tech)
Abbey Lane
507-389-7491
Pronouns: She/her/hers
Abbey came to South Central College in December 2021. Before joining the Advising team at SCC, she earned her A.A. in Humanities at Santa Barbara City College, her B.S. in Animal Behavior at Carroll University, and her M.S. in Higher Education Administration at the University of North Dakota. Before working in Higher Education, Abbey worked as a zookeeper focusing on animal enrichment. She loves using the knowledge she gained in school to train dogs in her free time (especially her Corgi, Penny Lane).
Abbey advises these programs on the North Mankato Campus:
- Associate of Arts
- Family Services
- Transfer Pathways: accounting, biology, business, communication, economics, early childhood education, English, history, pre-social work, psychology.
Angie James
507-389-7278
Pronouns: She/her/hers
Angie has been part of the SCC community since 2018, first serving as faculty, then an interim disability coordinator, and since 2019 as an academic advisor. She has her B.S. from South Dakota State University in Agriculture Education, and her M.S. from MSU, Mankato in Special Education: Learning Disabilities. Angie spent the first decade and a half of her career as a middle/high school teacher and FFA advisor. In her spare time you can find her and her husband cheering on their two children at cross country, track and Vex Robotics meets as well as training for races anywhere from a 5K to a marathon preferably run in Walt Disney World.
Angie advises these programs on the North Mankato Campus:
- Agriculture Programs
- Dental Assisting (Pre-Dental Assisting)
- Health Unit Coordinator
- Medical Assistant
- Nursing (Pre-Nursing)
Matthew Leisen
507-389-7324
Pronouns: He/him/his
Matthew began his post-secondary journey at a technical and community college and was a transfer student, where he pursued his degree in elementary education. He spent seven years in primary education settings before shifting his passions to serving students in a college environment. Matthew earned his doctorate, focusing on the impacts to Adult Learners. When Matthew is not researching best advising practices, he enjoys lifting, gaming, cycling, hunting, riding his motorcycle, and spending time with loved ones.
Mattew advises these programs on the North Mankato Campus:
- Architectural Drafting
- Auto Body & Collision
- Automotive Service
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Careers
- Geographic Information Systems
- Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning & Refrigeration (HVAC/R)
- Machine Tool Technology
- Manufacturing Production Technology
- Mechatronics
- Welding
Nik Proehl
507-389-7457
Pronouns: He/him/his
Nik joined the SCC Advising team in the spring of 2022. Previously he spent 16 years working in mental health for the State of Minnesota. He earned his B.S. and M.A. in Sociology from Minnesota State University, Mankato, and is working toward his Doctor of Education in Higher Education Administration at St. Cloud State University. When he is not helping students succeed, he can be found hiking, running, playing board games, or testing his culinary abilities.
Nik advises these programs on the North Mankato Campus:
- Accounting
- Business Management
- Culinary
- Marketing Management
- Office Technology & Business Software
- Postsecondary Enrollment Option (PSEO)
Advising Resources
Student Planner
You can follow your academic progress using Degree Audit and Graduation Planner. Included in your Degree Audit report is information on your declared program and your advisor's information. Based on this information, your SCC coursework will filter into the requirements for your degree, liberal arts, major, and minor. Transfer coursework for students who transferred to SCC will be included in the DARs report.
How to find your Degree Audit
- Log in to E-Services
- Use your Star ID and Pass
- Once in click on Academic Records
- Select Open Degree Audit, Graduation Planner, and Schedule Builder
- Request Degree Audit
Help can be found in this How to read your degree audit report PDF
How to build your Graduation Plan
- Log in to E-Services
- Use your Star ID and Pass
- Once in click on Academic Records
- Select Open Degree Audit, Graduation Planner, and Schedule Builder
- Press "Plan"
Help can be found in this How to Create your Graduation Plan in Graduation Planner PDF
Transfer Planning
Transfer TO SCC:
If you have questions about how your classes transfer to South Central College, contact our transfer specialist at
Transfer FROM SCC:
Academic Advisors are available to help ensure that you are taking appropriate coursework for your planned major and transfer institution. You should start this process as soon as possible and schedule an appointment to meet your academic advisor.
Advisor Change Request Form
If you would like to request a specific academic advisor, complete the Advisor Change Request Form. The form requires you to use your StarID login. Check our StarID Help page for support with StarID.
