How long have you worked at Dunwoody? One year and 10 months. How would you explain what you do for a living to a 5-year-old? I get to tell people what a great place Dunwoody is to go to school and then I ask them questions to see if Dunwoody is the best school for […]
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Adjunct Instructor, Math & Science Educator, Research Scientist How long have you worked at Dunwoody? 21 years How would you explain what you do for a living to a 5-year-old? I count, measure, and profile teeny tiny plastic particles called “microplastics” in air, water, soil, consumer products, and human bodies. I teach people about these […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]