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Supporting the next generation of engineers

Noureen Sajid named new School of Engineering Director; will focus on growth and student success Noureen Sajid has always sought to help others find their path in the field of engineering. As the new Director of the School of Engineering at Dunwoody College of Technology, she will be fulfilling that role in an even broader […]

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Using her voice

Faculty Spotlight: Noureen SajidSenior Instructor, Electrical Engineering Noureen Sajid learned quickly in her career that using her voice was going to lead to opportunity. She advises students, especially women, that “it’s OK to be wrong. It’s not OK to not be heard.” And, that’s exactly what she’s doing to advance diversity and inclusion in engineering. […]

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Dunwoody announces 2020 faculty awards

As 2020 comes to a close, Dunwoody is proud to present several service awards in recognition of the many faculty and staff members who have made a difference to the College, its students, and the broader community.  Distinguished Teacher  This year’s Distinguished Teacher award was presented to Lonny Lunn, Assistant Professor, Automotive Service Technology.   The Distinguished Teacher Award […]

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President Rich Wagner honored by Minneapolis St. Paul Business Journal

Dunwoody College of Technology President Rich Wagner received an honor that not many get – Most Admired CEO. Presented by the Minneapolis St. Paul Business Journal, the 2019 awards honored 10 leaders from Minnesota companies and organizations who are leading the way in their fields and in the State. This was the fourth year that […]

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Making an impact: Polly Friendshuh Spotlight

Electrical Construction & Maintenance Assistant Professor Polly Friendshuh passes on her passion for the industry Polly Friendshuh knows what it’s like to take the path less traveled. And she has often been the one leading the journey. While growing up in Bloomington, Friendshuh had always planned to be an engineer. Her aptitude for math and […]

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Employee Spotlight: Arlinda Henderson, Arts & Sciences Associate Professor

Where did you grow up? I lived in Minneapolis until I was 14 then moved to Remer, Minnesota. Where did you attend college? What is your degree in?  I have a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Painting and a Bachelor of Science in Art Ed from Bemidji State. I also have a Master of Fine Arts […]

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Employee Spotlight: Tina Nevala, Assistant Registrar

Where did you grow up?  I grew up in Champlin, MN. Where did you attend college? What is your degree in? I graduated from the MN School of Business with a Bachelor of Science in Business Management with a Human Resource emphasis; an Associate of Applied Science in Business Administration; and diplomas in Medical Office Administration […]

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Employee Spotlight: Molly Strickland, Radiologic Technology Assistant Professor

Where did you grow up? I grew up in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota. Describe your educational background. Why Radiologic Technology? I have always enjoyed teaching, so after high school I enrolled at the University of Minnesota to pursue an Elementary Education degree. I had the opportunity to shadow a first-grade classroom for a week and realized […]