Tim Fries

Tim Fries is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in customer service, graphic design, and education. Currently serving as a Print and Graphic Design Specialist at The UPS Store since October 2015, Tim also holds leadership as President of Opportunity Palestine, where efforts focus on supporting Lutheran educational ministries in the Holy Land. Past roles include interim Head of Archives and Special Collections and Digitization Coordinator at South Dakota State University, as well as an Adjunct Instructor at Mount Marty College. Tim's background also features work in library technical services, archaeological supervision, and special collections management. An accomplished educator, Tim has taught courses in comparative religions and business ethics at various institutions. Tim's academic credentials include a Master of Arts in Hebrew Bible from the Graduate Theological Union and additional studies in ancient Near Eastern languages and literatures at The Hebrew University of Jerusalem.