Small labs, in-person support, cleaning & safety precautions all part of plan to reopen campus on Aug. 17 The faculty, staff, and students of Dunwoody College of Technology are responding to the COVID-19 global pandemic the only way they know how — by rolling up their sleeves, getting to work, and adapting to hands-on learning […]
“Helping others is something I think about, because you don’t know when you are going to need help.” Growing up, Matthew Schafer spent time at his dad’s automotive shop in Burnsville and became hooked on not just cars — but understanding how things worked and the engineering behind them. It’s an interest he carried with […]
A third generation Dunwoody graduate, Bridget worked in a residential design-build firm before transitioning to the classroom. She currently serves as the College’s Dean of Construction Sciences & Building Technology. Guided by the belief that Minnesota’s future depends on a skilled workforce, Bridget focuses on strengthening industry relationships and innovating academic offerings. She is also […]
My name is Safa Mustafa and I am proud to call myself a Dunwoody alumna. I am a mother to two beautiful children under the age of 10. I am an international and a non-traditional student. I share my story with the hope that it will resonate with others who are on a similar journey. […]
“I love engineering. So you learn to sacrifice because I truly wanted to learn it.” From his military service to his time as President of Dunwoody’s Student Government Association, Daniel Hurd has always been someone who is willing to step forward. It’s a quality that served him well during his years leading up to Dunwoody […]
“I want to be the decision maker. This new skill set is about making myself more marketable.” After 16 years of working in the Information Technology field, David Bergen decided it was time to take the next step in his career. Bergen graduated from NEI’s IT program with an associate’s degree shortly before it merged […]
“It’s pretty simple. I just want to do something I love. And so far, I have surprised myself at what I can do.” Michele Stenzel looks at the world through a creative lens, often finding an outlet through crafting, painting, photography, or house projects. If she can put an artistic spin on it, she will. […]
“I’d love to know that the spaces and buildings I have a part in designing serve the community they’re a part of for a very long time.” Devyn Smoter has always had the benefit of being both logical and creative. It’s a combination that has not only been useful, but allowed her to excel in […]