Investigators:
Jayme Bowman
Director of Safety, Security & Risk Management
Location: Appleton Main Campus
About Jayme: Jayme Bowman currently serves as the Director of Safety, Security & Risk Management at Fox Valley Technical College and provides College-wide leadership to ensure the safety and security of students, staff, and visitors. Jayme conducts Title IX investigations, student code of conduct enforcement and investigations, and harassment/discrimination investigations.
Jayme began her career in Security Services at Fox Valley Technical College in May 2011. Prior to her role as our Directory of Safety, Security & Risk Management, she served in various other capacities such as Director of Security Services, Security Manager, and Security Coordinator.
Prior to joining Fox Valley Technical College, Jayme worked as a Parking Control Officer, Boat Patrol Officer, Police Officer, Computer Forensic Investigator, and Metro Drug Investigator. Jayme received the 2007 Police Officer of the Year Award and 2008 Life Saving Award. Jayme has over twenty years investigating a variety of incidents and over thirteen years in management.
Jayme received her Associates Degree in Criminal Justice from Fox Valley Technical College, a Bachelors Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with an emphasis in Human Development from the University of Wisconsin – Green Bay, and a Master’s Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management from Lakeland University.
Training: Investigation Report Writing Certification, Civil Rights Investigator Level One Certification
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Gary Brilowski
Employee Experience Manager
Location: Appleton Main Campus
About Gary: Gary is the Employee Experience Manager. Prior to this position, Gary was a Multimedia Producer at FVTC since September of 2005. Gary was the Support Staff Union President for eight years, working closely with HR during this time. Before coming to FVTC, Gary was a Weekend Sports Anchor at WAOW in Wausau, WI. Gary Has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications from UW-Stevens Point.
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Elizabeth Castro
Education Advocate/Equity Outreach
Location: Appleton Main Campus
About Elizabeth: Elizabeth Castro joined the Diversity and Inclusion Services office in 2023 and currently serves as Education Advocate/Equity Outreach. Elizabeth earned an Associate degree in Human Services from the FVTC and NTC shared program and is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a Minor in Criminal Justice at Lakeland University.
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Emeera Mathew
Manager of Diversity & Inclusion Services
Location: Appleton Main Campus
About Emeera: Emeera Mathew currently serves as the Manager of Diversity & Inclusion Services, Deputy Affirmative Action Officer, and the Civil Rights Investigation Coordinator. With a Bachelor of Science degree in Cultural Anthropology from Seattle University and a master’s degree obtained in the Netherlands, Emeera is passionate about equity and social justice. She actively promotes diversity initiatives throughout FVTC, striving to create spaces where all individuals feel valued and respected.
Training: Civil Rights Investigator Level One Certification
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Derek Reiter
Manager, Campus Security Services
Location: Appleton Main Campus
About Derek: Derek Reiter currently serves as the Manager of Security Services at Fox Valley Technical College and provides College-wide leadership to ensure safety of students, staff and visitors. Derek conducts Title IX investigations, student code of conduct enforcement and investigations, and harassment/discrimination investigations.
Before employment at Fox Valley Technical College in Aug. 2015, Derek worked nearly 12 years as a law enforcement officer with the Waupaca County Sheriff’s Department and the Grand Chute Police Department. While at the police department, Derek served as the department’s Professional Police Communications Instructor, Member of the NAMI Crisis Intervention Team, and Abatement/Chronic Nuisance Coordinator.
Derek is a certified AVERT (Active Violence Emergency Response Training) Instructor and Naloxone Administration State Certified Trainer for Fox Valley Technical College.
Derek has received his Associates Degree for Criminal Justice through Fox Valley Technical College and is in the process of finishing a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication through Lakeland University.
Training: Investigation Report Writing Certification
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Beth Spiering
Human Resources Business Partner
Location: Appleton Main Campus
About Beth: Beth Spiering joined Fox Valley Technical College in 2022 and currently serves in the Human Resources and Learning & Talent Development department. Beth partners with employees on development and coaching, and is passionate about connecting employees to the mission and culture. Prior to joining Fox Valley Technical College, Beth started her career in higher education in student admissions and recruitment, before transitioning into Human Resources in Recruitment and Talent Acquisition. She has a variety of HR experience with training, HR policy, employee and labor relations, and organizational development. Beth received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Organizational Communication with an emphasis in Spanish and Global Studies, and her Master of Business Administration degree with an emphasis in Human Resources.
Beth serves as a Title IX investigator on the Title IX Committee.
Training: Civil Rights Investigator Level One Certification
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Hannah Westphal
Manager - Human Resources Compliance, Learning, and Talent Development
Location: Appleton Main Campus
About Hannah: Hannah Westphal joined Fox Valley Technical College in 2020 and currently serves as Strategic Human Resources Manager. Westphal manages employee relations and labor relations for the College. Prior to joining Fox Valley Technical College, Westphal started her career in human resources in a variety of roles and industries within the Fox Cities area. Westphal has served in the community as SHRM Fox Valley VP of Marketing and Public Relations and as a member of the Fox Valley Workforce Development Board. Westphal received her Bachelor of Business degree with an emphasis in Human Resources from University of Wisconsin- Oshkosh.
Westphal serves as a Title IX investigator on the Title IX Committee and is responsible for providing support to employees as it relates to Title IX policies and procedure.
Training: Title IX Coordinator-Investigator Training
EMAIL HANNAH
Thong Xiong
Scholars for Success Manager
Location: Appleton Main Campus
About Thong: Thong Xiong is a Scholars for Success Manager in the Diversity & Inclusion Services department managing a student caseload to help them overcome barriers to succeed academically, socially, and mentally. Providing an inclusive environment for all students, staff, and faculties to create a family atmosphere for all who attend and visit the campus. Thong conducts college visits with BIPOC students in the community as well as provides training on diversity and inclusion throughout the campus and community.
Before joining the Fox Valley Technical College family in June of 2019, he was a team leader in the United States Marine Corps for 8 years. As a team leader, he provided QPR training, physical training, Marine Corps Martial Arts training, and artillery training for all Marines under his charge.
Thong is an alumnus of Fox Valley Technical College with an Associate degree in Early Childhood Education. He received his Organizational Leadership Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Wisconsin Green Bay with an emphasis on public and nonprofit management. Thong is currently enrolled at Lakeland University to obtain his Master’s Degree in Leadership and Organizational Development.
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