My name is Holly Dodge and I am a poet and adjunct professor at Minnesota State University, Mankato (MNSU). I received my MFA and Bachelor’s degree in Creative Writing from MNSU. As a teacher, I am excited to influence students learning with an approach of kindness, understanding, and individuality. Students come from diverse learning backgrounds and I believe that there is no “one size fits all” lesson for successful learning outcomes. Recognizing and assessing individual learning methods is essential for an equitable learning environment.

In addition to teaching, I work as the Communications Coordinator for the nonprofit, Feeding Our Communities Partners and the BackPack Food Program (They’re the best! Look them up!) I am also the editor of the North Kato magazine and co-editor of the Mankato Clinic Thrives Magazine. My sweetheart Nicholas and I also founded The Lectern Series, a free community educational speaker series. Back in the day, I used to be a roller derby girl with the Mankato Area Derby Girls—skating under the pseudonym “Brass Chuckles”—because I’m a little funny and a little tough. I value community service and love staying connected through volunteer opportunities in the greater Mankato area.