Meet the Education Staff

Nick Lero is an Education Services Associate, a position he has held since February 2023. Nick was born in Colombia and was raised in the Twin Cities. He graduated from North Dakota State University with a Bachelor's of Music in Instrumental Music Education, as well as a Minor in Vocal Music Education. He has worked a variety of jobs, including a staff member at the Mary Ann Young Senior Center in Blaine, MN, and as a substitute teacher for Fargo Public Schools. He believes that public media's strength is its freedom from financial influence and bias, which has become increasingly rare, in his opinion. Educationally, he believes in hands-on, lived experiences for learners, as well as honesty, collaboration between students, and cross-curricular activities. Outside of work, Nick enjoys running, playing basketball, and performing and composing music.

Contact Nick by email at nlero@prairiepublic.org or by phone at 701-239-7525

Emily Mihalik is an Education Services Associate. Emily is from Detroit, Michigan and graduated from Wayne State University with a Bachelor's in Film and a Bachelor's in English. She has spent the majority of her post-graduate career working with youth and was the School-Age Coordinator at the YWCA Cass Clay for several years. Emily is an advocate for interest-based learning and believes that all students and educators reserve the right to access materials that will allow them to reach their fullest potential. During her free time, Emily loves working with animals, playing disc golf, traveling and going to the movies. 

Contact Emily by email at emihalik@prairiepublic.org or by phone at 701-239-7537.

Linda Mork is the Education Services Manager. Linda grew up in Minneapolis and comes to Prairie Public after a long career as an English teacher and school library media specialist. Linda has also worked as an outreach and instruction librarian with Minitex and the University of Minnesota Libraries, promoting access to statewide information and educational resources. She has a BA in English and Psychology, an MA in Education, and an MLIS. Linda is a passionate advocate for literacy and lifelong learning, and she is excited to help bring innovative outreach programs and instructional initiatives to all in the Prairie Public community. 

Contact Linda by email at lmork@prairiepublic.org or by phone at 701-239-7575.

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