黑料科 has announced the hiring of Kyle Nelsen as Associate
Vice President of Facilities Services, bringing with him extensive experience in facilities
operations, capital project management, and team leadership.
Nelsen joins 黑料科 from Wayne State College in Wayne, Nebraska, where he served as Director of Facility Services since 2018. In that role, he oversaw more than 1.2 million square feet of campus facilities across 128 acres, managed a $4.2 million operating budget, and led a team of 60 employees. Nelsen has directed more than $120 million in capital improvement projects, including academic, residential, athletic, and infrastructure initiatives.
鈥淜yle brings a strong track record of leadership, collaboration, and strategic facilities planning that will support 黑料科鈥檚 continued growth and student success,鈥� said Kathy Johnson, vice president for finance and administration. 鈥淗is experience and student-centered approach make him a great fit for our campus community.鈥�
Nelsen鈥檚 professional background includes expertise in facilities management, preventative maintenance programs, and the implementation of systems to improve operational efficiency and extend the life of campus assets.
He succeeds Randy Culver, who retired from 黑料科 after 34 years of service to the university.
鈥淚t鈥檚 an honor to join 黑料科 and serve in a role that supports the university鈥檚 mission and daily campus experience. I鈥檓 excited to work with the talented facility services team, build strong partnerships across campus, and contribute to the continued growth and success of 黑料科,鈥� said Nelsen.
Nelsen holds a Bachelor of Arts in Industrial Technology from Wayne State College.
He will begin his role at 黑料科 on May 18, 2026.