Diana Johnson
President
I am what some call a unicorn, in the fact I am still in the field after 27 years. I graduated from NDSU in Fargo with a bachelors in Veterinary Technology and a Minor in Animal Science. I have worked in New Mexico and Montana, until returning to my home town of Watford City 19.5 years ago. I have been at my current job for almost 10 years. I love the profession and knowing I am making a difference and helping someones furbaby large or small. My favorite areas are orthopedics, equine, and cattle. I have been married to my husband for 26 years. I have 3 children and 2 step children. We have 1 horse, 4 dogs, 4 cats and many chickens. In my spare time I love hanging out with family and friends, riding horse or razr. Up until 1 year ago I spent my winters travelling with my kids for hockey. I have decided to fill my spare time this winter with working on obtaining my VTS in Equine Nursing. I look forward to serving my fellow technicians and getting to meet new people in the field.
Christina Knutson
President Elect
My name is Christina Knutson I am a graduate of the NDSU veterinary technology program (Go Bisonđ€đ»). After graduating in 2012 I started my tech career at the West Faro Animal Hospital where I spent over 6 years. I took about 5 months off to care for my son but then found myself wanting to get back to what I love. I then started at the Red River Animal Emergency Hospital and Referral Center (in Fargo) and have been there ever since. I love working in emergency and critical care and Iâm currently working on my VTS in ECC.
I grew up in Wisconsin on a dairy farm and when I moved to ND I helped my grandparents on their pig farm. I also have some experience with horses as I was on the equestrian team during my time at NDSU.
In my free time (not sure what that is anymore) I enjoy crafting, riding my Harley, and camping with my family. My husband and I have 3 children a daughter and 2 sons along with our 2 dogs a Cavalier named Skeeter and a Shih Tzu mix named Benny along with a baby beardie named Grim.
Jennifer Womack
Secretary
I am an USAF Veteran and Proud USAF Wife. I currently reside on Minot AFB, ND. I am licensed in both Nevada and North Dakota. I have an Associates in Applied Science/Veterinary Technology obtained through PIMA Medical Institute in Las Vegas, NV in 2017. I decided to change career paths from Law Enforcement to Veterinary Medicine in 2015, and am so proud to be a part of this amazing career field. My husband and I have 2 daughters. We also have 2 cats and 1 dog.
Miranda Langerud
Treasurer
Randi is a native of Bismarck and graduated from North Dakota State University in 2010 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Veterinary Technology. She became licensed in December of 2010. She is a full-time LVT at Bismarck Animal Clinic and Hospital. She likes to spend her free time horseback riding with her husband and sons. Randi also enjoys reading, being outside, and getting together with friends. She has several pets including 2 dogs, 3 cats, and 3 horses. Randi has served on the board for the NDVTA since 2017, 1st in the president positions and now as the treasurer.
Lynn Priebe
Executive Advisor
Lynn was raised on a farm in Central Minnesota which is where she found her love and passion for animals. She graduated from NDSU in May, 1993. She began working for the Valley City Veterinary Hospital 4 days after graduation and continued there for 16 years. She then worked for Casselton Vet Service. She soon began a fill in position for Dr. Dawnâs Pet Stop and eventually worked as a fill in for Casselton Vet Service until 2019. Lynn is married to Steve and they have one son, David. David is the light of Lynnâs life. She has owned cattle with her parents and has had 3 cats and 2 dogs over the years. Lynn became a member of the NDVTA in 1994. Since becoming a member, she was first convinced by a friend to take the treasurer position. After that, she has held the offices of President Elect, President, and Past President multiple times, and is currently in an appointed position of Executive Advisor. She has served on all the committees we have. Lynnâs favorite committee is the CE committee. Lynn was also appointed as the first veterinary technician to the ND Medical Examining Board for 2 terms. Even though she has stepped out of practice, she still has a passion and love for the veterinary technician profession and tries to advance it whenever she is able.
Stacey Ostby
Newsletter
Stacey is a Senior Lecturer and Program Co-Director with the North Dakota State University Veterinary Technology Program. Stacey is a 2002 graduate of the NDSU Vet Tech Program and spent the following 7 years in a small animal private practice in Grand Forks, ND. Stacey completed her Masters Degree in Educational Leadership at NDSU in 2018. When not at work, she operates a small equine boarding facility, enjoys spending time with her family and many pets, competes in western pleasure equine events, supports her sons activity in athletics and motocross, and volunteers with the ND Make-A-Wish Foundation.