Adrienne Thunder

Adrienne Thunder has extensive experience in education and language management, currently serving as the Division Manager for the Hoocak Waaziija Haci Language Division of the Ho-Chunk Nation since July 2016. In addition to this role, Adrienne has been the Language Division Manager for the Ho-Chunk Nation and previously held the position of Executive Director of the Department of Education within the organization from July 2011 to September 2015. Prior experience includes serving as a Senior Advisor and Advisor in the Cross-College Advising Service at the University of Wisconsin-Madison from 1999 to July 2011. Adrienne holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Educational Leadership and Administration, obtained from the University of Wisconsin-Madison between 2015 and 2022, as well as a Master's Degree in Educational Administration from the same institution.