Mark Blanke
Professor of Education
Associate Provost
Department of Education
Interim Director of Graduate Studies and Lifelong Learning
Profile Blanke came to Concordia in 1995 after serving as DCE Program Director at Concordia University – River Forest. Prior to his service at River Forest he served as a parish DCE and Lutheran school principal at two congregations in California.
Education
Ed.D., Adult Education (2000)
M.A., Religious Education (1992)
M.S., Counseling and Guidance (1986)
D.C.E. Certification (1982)
B.S.Ed. (1982)
Courses taught
Youth Ministry, Group Techniques, D.C.E. Practicum, Leadership Development, Parish Education Program Administration, Confirmation Planning and Implementation, Adult Religious Education
Other
Blanke's other interests include: adult religious education, lay mobilization, leadership development, confirmation planning, and youth ministry.