Raised in Sheboygan, WI;

B.A. Degree, 1957, Valparaiso University;

M.S. Degree, Indiana University, 1966;

Kouts MS/HS Social Studies Teacher, 7 1/2 years, 

Principal, 34 1/2 years

Director of Valparaiso University Student Union 1963-1965

Indiana High School Athletic Board, 1979-1994

VU Department of Education, 2001 to Present

Wife Jeanette, four daughters, Three Sons-in-laws, Five Grandchildren