STAFF DIRECTORY
Muckleshoot Tribal College Department
Career & Technical Education Department
(CTE)
Continuing Education Department
(Highschool, 21+ & Testing Center)
Continuing Education Instructional Coordinator
Justine Koble
(253) 876-3275 Justine.Koble@muckleshoot.nsn.us
I have my Bachelors of Arts in History from Florida State University and my Masters of Arts in Eastern European History from the University of Hawai’i at Moana. I have been in education for over a decade, four of which have been in Adult Education. I am a Southern girl at heart, having spent my formative years in West Florida. I am from generations of military veterans and have lived all over the world. I am the daughter of Mary and granddaughter of John and Maryann. My grandfather and his family were raised in Choctaw, Oklahoma. My husband is active duty Navy, and we have chosen to plant our roots in the South Sound.
Assessment & Instructional Specialist
Christopher Miller
(253) 876-3395 Christopher.Miller@muckleshoot.nsn.us
Scholarship Department
Career Advisor III
Jocelyn Alafaio-Patterson
(253) 876-3305 Jocelyn.Patterson@muckleshoot.nsn.us
Education/Work Experience: Bachelor of Arts in Education from Pacific Lutheran University I have lived my whole life in the Puget Sound region. My father is Stacy Smith from Seattle, my mother is Susan Hudelson-Smith. My father’s parents came from Norway and Ireland, the Farstad and Lindsay families, and my mother’s heritage is German and British. After graduating college, I worked as a teacher and tutor, and as the Center Director at Sylvan Learning for over a decade. In my free time, I enjoy attending live concerts, and going on adventures with my two teenage children and toddler son.
Career Advisor III
Kelsey Perkovich
(253) 876-3210 Kelsey.Perkovich@muckleshoot.nsn.us
Education/Work Experience: Bachelor of Arts in Education from Pacific Lutheran University I have lived my whole life in the Puget Sound region. My father is Stacy Smith from Seattle, my mother is Susan Hudelson-Smith. My father’s parents came from Norway and Ireland, the Farstad and Lindsay families, and my mother’s heritage is German and British. After graduating college, I worked as a teacher and tutor, and as the Center Director at Sylvan Learning for over a decade. In my free time, I enjoy attending live concerts, and going on adventures with my two teenage children and toddler son.
Career Advisor III
Lydia Adira
(253) 294-8258 Lydia.Adira@muckleshoot.nsn.us
Lydia Adira is passionate about empowering students to achieve their academic and career aspirations. She holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Youth Development & Program Planning and a Master of Business Administration, combining deep knowledge of student support with strong leadership and strategic planning skills. With extensive experience advising students from a wide range of backgrounds, Lydia specializes in academic guidance, career exploration, and inclusive program guidance. She is committed to helping you explore your interests, choose a major or vocational path, and create a personalized plan for future success.
Internship Coordinator
Nicole Nsa
(253)
Nicole.Nsa@muckleshoot.nsn.us
Education/Work Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation & Sports Management I’m originally from Southern California, but I’ve also lived in Arizona and Idaho before settling in Washington with my dog and two cats. I’m a first‑generation American. My dad, Nsa Nsa, is from Nigeria, and my mom, Deborah Nsa (Lalich), was from Canada. I spent over five years in director roles for the nonprofit world with the Boys & Girls Club and the YMCA, then moved into Higher Ed as the Program Manager for Outreach and the Head Women’s Soccer Coach at Everett Community College. I’m really excited to help grow the MIT Internship Program because I love supporting students, building community connections, and helping people discover new opportunities. I have lived my whole life in the Puget Sound region. My father is Stacy Smith from Seattle, my mother is Susan Hudelson-Smith. My father’s parents came from Norway and Ireland, the Farstad and Lindsay families, and my mother’s heritage is German and British. After graduating college, I worked as a teacher and tutor, and as the Center Director at Sylvan Learning for over a decade. In my free time, I enjoy attending live concerts, and going on adventures with my two teenage children and toddler son.
Finance Specialist
Ramon Jimenez
(253)
Ramon.Jimenez@muckleshoot.nsn.us
College & Career Education Opportunities Program (CCEOP)
Workshops & Training Department
Northwest Indian College (NWIC)
NWIC Site Manager
Nicole Cabral
My goal as the NWIC Site Manager is to mentor students as they explore and define their values, education, career and life goals. I considers myself a “developer”, and always see the potential in others; I hope to help NWIC students grow while simultaneously capitalizing on their individual strengths. I grew up in New Bedford, Massachusetts and am primarily of Portuguese descent. My military service brought me to Washington, where I eventually chose to plant my roots, and have called this home since 2005. Upon transitioning out of the military, I worked on base at the Education Center as an Education Services Specialist for eight years where I assisted soldiers with pursuing and achieving their educational goals. I am a certified Career Advisor and have earned a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Southern California, and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Saint Martin’s University. I have years of experience as a culturally responsive academic advisor with students in diverse higher education settings.