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Architecture students head to Spain for unique Study Abroad opportunity

For the next ten weeks, a group of Dunwoody Architecture students will be experiencing architecture in a whole new environment. The students are part of the program’s first-ever study abroad program and are traveling to Barcelona, Spain to immerse themselves in design and urbanism. An immersive learning experience Led by Molly Reichert, Senior Instructor, the […]

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Finding the right mix

Dunwoody students designing a better concrete bowling ball It might only be eight inches in diameter and weigh less than 12 pounds, but there is nothing simple about designing and constructing a concrete bowling ball. But two Dunwoody students are taking on the challenge and putting their creativity and ingenuity to the test at an […]

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Employee Spotlight

Employee Spotlight: Sharon Jirak, Computer Networking Assistant Professor

Where did you grow up? I grew up in the small town of New Haven, Iowa. Where did you attend college? What is your degree in? I graduated from the University of Northern Iowa with a degree in Industrial Technology. Later, I graduated from Dunwoody’s ELNS program. How long have you been working at Dunwoody?  15 […]

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Learning about Leadership in Today’s Technology Fields

March Leadership Lecture featured Chief Technology Officer from Design Ready Controls Multi-generational workforce development, embracing conflict and harnessing diverse perspectives to find creative solutions were just a few of the topics Mitch DeJong spoke about at Dunwoody’s March 1 C. Charles Jackson Leadership Lecture. The Chief Technology Officer at Design Ready Controls, DeJong shared leadership […]

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Employee Spotlight

Employee Spotlight: Dawn Fish, Director of Development

Where did you grow up? Roseville. What is your educational background? I am a non-traditional college graduate. I graduated and passed my cosmetology school license exam while still in high school. Several years later, I was fortunate to work for a woman in the marketing function of AgriBank, who encouraged me to get my bachelor’s […]

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Commencement Student News

Fall 2017 Graduates Announced

Dunwoody College of Technology is delighted to recognize the following Fall 2017 graduates. The individuals listed below completed their Dunwoody degree in December 2017. The Commencement Ceremony for Fall 2017 and Spring/Summer 2018 graduates will take place Thursday, May 17, 2018, at the Minneapolis Convention Center. More details can be found at the Registrar Office’s Commencement Page. […]

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Robotics & Manufacturing students compete, help out teams at Autonomous Snowplow Competition

Dunwoody students receive sportsmanship award for fourth year in a row. While most don’t necessarily relish the idea of snowstorms and clearing driveways…there are some folks who do. And you’ll likely find them at the annual Autonomous Snowplow Competition. Dunwoody Robotics & Manufacturing students have competed in the Institute of Navigation (ION’s) Autonomous Snowplow Competition, […]

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DUNWOODY COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY ANNOUNCES $500,000 INVESTMENT FROM OTTO BREMER TRUST

Gift adds to $10 million in capital investments to transform the Dunwoody campus, including the creation of Otto Bremer Trust Hall  Minneapolis (January 30, 2018) – Dunwoody College of Technology announced today a $500,000 grant by the Otto Bremer Trust, the latest capital gift from the region’s business and philanthropic communities to support Dunwoody’s effort […]