John Kinsella is an Instructional Systems Consultant at the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, Minnesota; Minnesota's largest private university.  As a result of more than 16 years of instructional technology support, John has developed a passion for supporting the learning process: by applying existing solutions to specific academic goals, by developing new solutions for unique academic challenges, and by supporting the learning process of all members of the campus community. John holds a B.A. in Communication and Journalism and an M.S. in Technology Management, both from St. Thomas. He resides with his wife, son and daughter in the Twin Cities suburb of White Bear Township, Minnesota.