Aleia Zahner
Aleia Zahner
Student Instructor Voice
Aleia is a music education major and has been involved in choir for eleven years and band for nine years. She has years of experience in voice, piano, and percussion, and enjoys working with students to find and strengthen their true, authentic voice.
Bowen Liu, A.B.D.
Adjunct Instructor: Piano
A.B.D. University of Iowa
M.M. University of Iowa
B.Mus. University of Northwestern – St. Paul
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Bowen (Peter) Liu is a dedicated pianist who earned his Master of Music in piano performance from the University of Iowa. He is currently completing his Doctoral of Musical Arts (D.M.A.) in piano performance, also at the University of Iowa, under the tutelage of the renowned pianist Dr. Ksenia Nosikova.
Peter has established himself as a talented and committed artist. From 2019–23, Peter served as a Graduate Teaching Assistant, providing group and individual piano lessons and collaborating with a variety of musicians in the community.
Peter’s exceptional artistry has led him to achieve notable success in competitions. Recent accolades include: 2022 Schubert Club competition winner, first place in the 2021 Iowa Music Teachers Association competition (IMTA), first place in the 2019 Minnesota Music Teachers Association (MMTA) competition, first place in the 2019 Thursday Young Artist college division, and winner of the 2019 Concerto-Aria competition at the University of Iowa.
In addition to competitions, Peter enjoys giving solo recitals and participating in the University of Iowa’s Key Change concert series, both Beethoven Sonata Festival and Piano Revolutionaries: Scriabin and Rachmaninoff. As the winner of the Concerto-Aria competition, he had the pleasure of performing Prokofiev’s Second Concerto with the University of Iowa Symphony Orchestra in 2021. Peter made his international debut in 2023 with solo performances in Natal, Brazil.
With a rich tapestry of experiences and a commitment to musical excellence, Peter Liu continues to captivate audiences and make meaningful contributions to the world of classical piano performance.
Melissa Clutter, CAP, OM
Events Manager, Academic Affairs and University Advancement
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Michelle Kluge
Manager of University Advancement Data and Donor Research
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Joseph Ostrem, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Biology
Ph.D. University of Minnesota Twin Cities
M.S. University of Minnesota Twin Cities
B.S. Evangel University
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Dr. Joseph Ostrem is passionate about the intricacies of God’s creation, specifically as it relates to human biology. He is a learner who enjoys critical thinking and problem-solving and teaches in a way that fosters these attributes in students.
Ostrem enjoys teaching the integration of anatomy and physiology and researching the impact of exercise and other ancillary factors on human function and performance. He has published peer-reviewed articles on cardiovascular health and assessment, body composition, anaerobic and aerobic fitness.
Joe and his wife, Joni, have four children: Lily, Ruby, Ivy, and Mercy. Some of Joe’s interests include music, thrifting, and playing sports.
Academic Credentials
Ph.D., Kinesiology – Exercise Physiology, University of Minnesota Twin Cities (2016)
M.S., Kinesiology – Exercise Physiology, University of Minnesota Twin Cities (2013)
B.S., Biology, Evangel University (2009)
Publications
Peer-Reviewed Publications
- Cole, J. C., Ostrem, J. D. (2020). The effects of a goal setting and counseling intervention on attendance in a cardiac and pulmonary rehab. AACVPR Abstracts. Journal of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation and Prevention,40(5), E39.
- Hanson, J., Davies, B., Ostrem, J. D. (2019). Effect of kinesiology taping on upper torso mobility and shoulder pain and disability in US Masters National Championship Swimmers – An Exploratory Study. Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics,. 42, 247-253.
- Ostrem, J. D., Evanoff, N. G., Ryder, J. R., Dengel, D. R. (2018). Intra- and interday reproducibility of high-flow mediated constriction response in young adults. Clinical Physiology and Functional Imaging, 38(2), 200-205.
- Harbin, M. M., Ostrem, J. D., Evanoff, N. G., Kelly, A. S., Dengel, D. R. (2018). Intra- and inter-day reproducibility of low-flow mediated constriction among young adults. Clinical Physiology and Functional Imaging, 38(3), 502-507.
- Harbin, M. M., Kasak, A., Ostrem, J. D., Evanoff, N. G., Dengel, D. R. (2018). Validation of a three-dimensional body scanner for body composition measures. European Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 72(8), 1191-1194.
- Ostrem, J. D., Evanoff, N. G., Ryder, J. R., Steinberger, J., Sinaiko, A. R., Bisch, K. L., Brinck, N. M., Dengel, D. R. (2016). High-flow-mediated constriction and flow-mediated dilation in adults is influenced by obesity not biomarkers of cardiovascular and metabolic risk. Journal of Clinical Ultrasound, 45(1):35-42.
- Ostrem, J. D., Evanoff, N., Kelly, A. S., Dengel, D. R. (2015) Presence of a high-flow-mediated constriction phenomenon prior to flow-mediated dilation in normal weight, overweight, and obese children and adolescents. Journal of Clinical Ultrasound 43(8), 495-501.
- Ostrem, D., Dengel, D. R., Marlatt, K. L., Steinberger, J. Comparison of baseline brachial artery measurements and effect on peak flow-mediated dilation. Clinical Physiology and Functional Imaging, 35(1), 34-40.
- Gusmer, R. J., Bosch, T. A., Watkins, A. N., Ostrem, J. D., Dengel, D. R. (2014). Comparison of FitBit® Ultra to ActiGraph™ GT1M for assessment of physical activity in young adults during treadmill walking. The Open Sports Medicine Journal, 8, 11-15.
- Dengel, D., & Ostrem, J. D. (2021) Body composition and Madden NFL video game ratings-part 1. Madden Overall Scores. Dexalytics. https://www.dexalytics.com/news/body-composition-and-madden-nfl-video-game-ratings/
- Dengel, D., & Ostrem, JD. (2021) Body composition and Madden NFL video game ratings-part 2. Madden Individual Scores. Dexalytics. https://www.dexalytics.com/news/body-composition-and-madden-nfl-video-game-rate-2/
Presentations
Poster Presentations
- Huberty, L., Halvorson, K., & Ostrem, J. D. Three Good Things. Global Sport Business Association (GSBA). March, 2022.
- Nehotte, M. F., Winklemann, P. A., & Ostrem, J. D. From Brain to Brawn: Effects of a 6 Week Training Program Designed by Student Trainers. CSP Research and Scholarship Symposium. April 2020
- LaValle, K., Ostrem, J. D. A Matter of Fat? Body Composition in Relation to Vo2max Improvements in Division II Female Athletes. ACSM 2019 Annual Meeting. June 2019
- LaValle, K., Nieuwsma, J., Ostrem, J.D. Effectiveness of Preseason Conditioning on Vo2max in College Athletes Assessed via Ift and Gxt. ACSM 2018 Annual Meeting. May 2018
- Harbin, M. M., Ostrem, J. D., Evanoff, N. G., Kelly, A. S., Dengel, D. R. Intra- and Inter-day Reproducibility of Low-Flow Mediated Constriction in Adults. Poster Presentation at the Council of Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis and Vascular Biology | Peripheral Vascular Disease (ATVB | PVD), Minneapolis, MN; Board #28, May 5, 2017; 6:00-7:00 PM.
- Harbin, M. M., Evanoff, N.G., Kasak, A., Ostrem, J. D., Dengel, D.R. Validation of a Three-Dimensional Body Scanner for Body Composition Measures. Poster Presentation at ACSM Annual Meeting; May 31st, 2017; Board #149 3:30 PM ‑ 5:00 PM.
- Ostrem, J. D., Evanoff, N., Kelly, A. S., Dengel, D. R. High-Flow Mediated Constriction in Children and Adolescents. CCMS Research Day. May 2015
- Ostrem, J. D., Dengel, D. R., Kelly, A. S., Steinberger, J. Effect of Discrete Baseline Brachial Artery Measurements on Peak Flow-Mediated Dilation. Kinesiology Research Symposium. April 2013.
Oral Presentations at Conferences
- Ostrem, J. D., Huberty, L. In Pursuit of Happiness through Intentionality. CSP Winter Retreat. Giants Ridge, Biwabik, MN. February 22nd, 2020.
- Ostrem, J. D., Buns, M., & Huberty, L. Online Learning: Pulse Check! Spring Leadership Institute. St. Cloud, MN. May 17th, 2019.
- Ostrem, J. D., Davies, B. L., Huberty, L. Seeking Spirituality in a General Education Course. Conference of Association of Lutheran College Faculties (ALCF conference), St. Paul, MN. September 22nd, 2018.
- Ostrem, J. D., Evanoff, N., Ryder, J. R., Steinberger, J., Sinaiko, A. R., Bisch, K. L., Brinck, N. M., Dengel, D. R. High- Flow Mediated Constriction and Flow-Mediated Dilation in Adults is Influenced by Obesity not Biomarkers of Cardiovascular and Metabolic Risk. Kinesiology Research Symposium. April 2016.
- Ostrem, J. D. Presence and Implication of a “Bernoulli Effect” During Flow-Mediated Dilation in Children. NASPEM Conference. August 2014.
Jen Driskill
Faculty Instructor
Jen has decades of experience teaching music students of all ages. Having received her undergraduate degree in music at the University of Michigan, and her master’s in music from Rice University, she currently works for 98.5 KTIS as the midday host and assistant program director. She has played professionally in large and small ensembles, taught master classes, coached solos and ensembles ahead of state competitions as well as hosted master classes. Having been privileged to work with talented instructors throughout her musical career, her desire is to help her students succeed both musically and in life.