Doug Hastad, president of Carroll University in Waukesha
Name: Doug Hastad
Title: President
Company: Carroll University
Company address: 100 N. East Avenue, Waukesha, WI 53186
Company web site: www.carrollu.edu
Industry: Higher Education
Education: Ed. D. Arizona State University, M.S. Washington State University, B.A. Concordia College (’71), Moorhead, Minnesota
Family: Spouse: Nancy Hastad, and children Jacob and Rebekah
Hobbies and Interests: reading, travel, golf, cycling, fitness activities
Favorite book and/or movie: “I enjoy all types of reading materials and movies, but if pressed to list a favorite book, it would be: fiction – "The Foundation Trilogy" by Isaac Asimov; non-fiction: "Undaunted Courage" by Stephen Ambrose.”
Favorite musician/band: “I enjoy all types of music, but, if pressed to listen to one band – The Dave Matthews Band.”
Favorite place to visit/vacation: “Visit: Vietnam and China; Vacation: Lake country in Minnesota.”
Favorite local restaurant: “There are so many to choose from, but for special occasions, we choose The Union House in Genesee Depot.”
Words to live by: “If everyone just took care of their little corner of the world…”
What is your core philosophy for doing business? "Students First!"
Who is your role model and why? “Teachers, because they are educating the next generation of world citizens.”
What was the funniest thing that has ever happened to you? “Living in Wisconsin for 21 years, being a Minnesota Vikings fan and still having so many dear friends throughout this wonderful state!”
