Carliene Quist

Carliene Quist is a seasoned professional currently serving as the Project Manager for Girls & Youth at YWCA Minneapolis, leading various programs focused on youth development. As the Founder and Owner of Carliene S. Quist Enterprises since November 2021, Carliene brings extensive experience in higher education as a former Adjunct Lecturer at the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University and has held multiple roles within the institution, including Assistant Director of Admission. Prior experiences include community organizing, caregiving, and teaching, with an academic background that includes a Master of Social Work from The University of Texas at El Paso and a Bachelor's degree in Hispanic Studies and Peace Studies from the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University.