Summer 2017 Alumni & Friends Magazine by Dunwoody Alumni & Friends Magazine

ALUMNI & FRIENDS MAGAZINE â&#x20AC;¢ SUMMER 2017

The Dunwoody Legacy

ALUMNI & FRIENDS MAGAZINE • SUMMER 2017

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Letter from the President The Dunwoody Legacy 4

Generations of the Stone Family

K.A. Witt Construction: A Family Business

The Rzeszutek Family: A 90-Year History

The Freelands: A Sibling Bond

Investing in the Dunwoody Legacy

14 In Memoriam: President Emeritus Warren Phillips 16 Campus News 18 The Class of 2017 19 Alumni & Friends News 20 New Programs 21 The 50 Year Club 22 Alumni & Friends Q&A 24 Alumni Board of Managers 25 Calendar of Events

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Letter

from the President

This May, more than 450 students achieved an important milestone in their lives when they walked across the stage during commencement and accepted their Dunwoody diploma. It was heartwarming to see the pride and emotion on so many of our students’ faces when they received their degree. Their future is bright and Dunwoody graduates continue to be in high demand. In fact, by the time commencement arrived, 86 percent of the graduating class had already accepted employment offers.

STAN WALDHAUSER

As we celebrated the graduating class’s transition from student to alum, I am reminded of all of the alumni that came before, and the legacy they created. We often hear from employers the difference a Dunwoody education makes. We have employers say they always hire Dunwoody graduates first. We have employers tell us their best technicians are Dunwoody graduates. When graduates tell people that they attended Dunwoody, they hear how wonderful the school is, and when I talk about Dunwoody I hear the same. All of this is because of Dunwoody’s reputation. It is a reputation earned by Dunwoody alumni. It is a reputation earned by the men and women who went out into the workforce and became the top technicians, leaders, and entrepreneurs. It is a reputation earned by the commitment to excellence, hard work, and discipline that Dunwoody alumni exhibit in every job they complete. The Dunwoody legacy is evident around our city, from the buildings Dunwoody alumni design and build, to the companies they start, to the products they manufacture, to the designs they create, and the projects they manage. It is humbling and overwhelming to look at the impact Dunwoody alumni have had and continue to have on our neighborhoods, on our communities, on our state and on our nation.

had and what they used as their foundation for success. I look forward with great anticipation to hearing about the successes of this next generation of Dunwoody graduates. In this edition of the Alumni & Friends Magazine we highlight a few of the families whose connection with Dunwoody has spanned multiple generations. Their own “Dunwoody legacy” is another testament to the difference a Dunwoody education makes. To all of our Dunwoody alumni, friends and partners – thank you for being part of the Dunwoody legacy. Stay committed, be proud, together we are Dunwoody! Sincerely,

Each year I charge the graduating class with an important task: To pick up and carry forward the Dunwoody legacy. I know our graduates will live up to this charge because they have been equipped with a Dunwoody education. The same education alumni who have gone before them

Rich Wagner, Ph.D. President, Dunwoody College of Technology

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Family Connections The Dunwoody legacy and reputation have been built on the success of its alumni – the companies they’ve started, the structures they’ve built, the parts they’ve designed and the work they’ve excelled at.

The long list of family connections isn’t surprising when you talk with graduates or current students. They will often say their decision to enroll was prompted by a reference or a recommendation from a family member.

For some of these Dunwoody alumni, their connection to the College spans generation after generation.

In fact, Dunwoody has been able to track more than 1,500 alums whose connection with the College includes at least one or more other family members. We know there are many more.

These family connections are part of the Dunwoody legacy, and a source of pride for the College. They include stories such as Larry Raasch, ’77 Architectural Drafting & Estimating Technology, and co-owner of Prime General Contractors, who has more than 11 family members who attended Dunwoody. Or the Hudoba Family, whose history with the College includes eight different family members. “Dunwoody is a big part of my family and has provided direction and careers for many of us,” said Pat Hudoba, ’89 Architectural Drafting & Estimating.

In this issue of the magazine, we’ve highlighted just a few of those stories. Are you a legacy family? We’d love to hear from you. Please contact Alumni Relations Director Edie Bolin at alumni@dunwoody.edu and share your own family connections. Do you know of someone who might be interested in attending Dunwoody? We hope the tradition of family and friend recommendations continues and have provided a referral card in this edition of the magazine.

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Pictured below (from left to right): Billy Stone, '55 Electrical Construction & Maintenance; Russell Stone, '49 Sheet Metal; and William Stone, '40 Painting & Papering.

Success

Generations of

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For four generations, members of the Stone family have found rewarding and life-long careers thanks to their Dunwoody education. “I honestly don’t think I’d be where I am today without my Dunwoody degree,” said Steve Stone, retired co-owner and Vice President of Electrical Service for Parsons, a leading electrical and technology provider in the country. The connection with Dunwoody began with William Stone, a 1940 graduate of the Painting & Papering program. William’s talent as a painter extended beyond interior finishes. William was also a talented artist, whose paintings are on display in many sites around the Twin Cities, including Fort Snelling and the City of Bloomington. His sons Russell and Billy Stone also chose to attend Dunwoody. Russell graduated from the Sheet Metal program in 1949 and spent his career working in the HVAC industry. Billy was a 1955 Electrical Construction & Maintenance graduate and enjoyed a life-long career as an electrician. Steve Stone wasn’t sure what he wanted to do with his life after graduating from high school. Growing up he had watched his father Billy succeed in the electrical business and saw the pride he had taken in his work. “My dad was very handy and he enjoyed his career – they all did,” Steve said about his family members. "I learned a lot from my dad." With than in mind, Steve decided he too would enroll at Dunwoody in the Electrical Construction & Maintenance program. He made the decision without input from his dad. “I think I actually surprised him,” Steve said about his father’s reaction when he told him the news. When Steve graduated in 1977 he applied for the local apprenticeship program (JATC), hoping to become a Journeyman like his father. But electrical work was slow in the mid-1970s and Steve was told they would contact him when the demand for work increased. Not content to sit and wait, Steve got out the yellow pages and started calling electrical contractors to see if they were hiring. He remembers getting to the middle of the alphabet before he got a call back. A company in St. Louis Park offered him a job. It was a summer position and by August or September he got the call from the JATC for an interview. Three years later, after completing his apprenticeship, Steve passed the Journeyman’s test and on the same day the company he was working for made him a foreman. That same company would soon be bought out by Parsons, and Steve as a service truck driver soon advanced to general superintendent and then to project management. He was promoted to Vice President and then brought on as a co-owner/partner, Steve was overseeing the entire service and maintenance department for Parsons. “Not by any stretch of the imagination did I ever think that would eventually happen,” Steve said about his career path at Parsons. Thinking back, Steve said it was the structure

and the discipline he learned from his family and Dunwoody that made it possible. Steve’s son Corey also made the choice to attend Dunwoody to kick off his professional life in 1999. There were multiple reasons why Corey made his decision to attend Dunwoody, but two stand out. “I like that the classes and the College are structured and centered around preparing you for the real world,” Corey said. “I really felt motivated and supported every day since students at Dunwoody are here for a purpose and want to be here every day.” Even during Corey’s Dunwoody career he was working at HTG Architects as a CAD Tech/3D Modeler. After graduating in 2002, Corey began working at Wilson & Associates, a small architectural firm in Minneapolis. There Corey got the chance to really interact with the construction world as he met with clients and conducted construction meetings with trade partners, including Parsons Electric. Motivated by the desire to continuously improve himself, Corey got an opportunity in 2008 to further his 3D modeling career at Parsons by helping develop their Building Information Modeling (BIM)/ Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) group. And in 2011 Corey was promoted to BIM Manager, giving him the opportunity to further develop the Parsons’ BIM/VDC group. Throughout Corey’s career at Parsons he was an influential part of the success on a number of Parsons’ largest projects. Most recently, Corey was the BIM/VDC Manager for Parsons Electric on the US Bank Stadium, home of the Minnesota Vikings. “My wife Angela is a big Vikings fan, so to be able to show her progress photos throughout the construction and then bring her on a tour near the end was priceless for me,” Corey said. Motivated by a desire to keep learning new things and to continuously challenge himself, Corey is now taking on more project management rolls at Parsons Electric. When he’s not at work, Corey, Angela and their daughter Jade have a nice home where they raise chickens and honey bees throughout the year. “It’s a pleasure coming home and watching your family enjoy being around these privileges, and it all started from a great foundation at Dunwoody,” Corey said. Steve retired from Parsons in 2015, but the avid woodworker and handyman stays plenty busy with his building projects, golfing, fishing and landscaping. Not to mention traveling and bike riding with his wife Terry and enjoying his role as grandpa to two adorable little girls, Jade and Hayden. Their daughter Hollie is a fourth grade teacher for a local school district. Despite his busy schedule, Steve still finds time to volunteer as a member of the Dunwoody Alumni Board of Managers. “I like volunteering and interacting with the students,” Steve said. “And it’s definitely a source of pride that so many of my family have gone here.”

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Business A Family Ken Witt grew up on a family farm in New Prague, Minnesota, where the family raised everything from crops and cattle to hogs and chickens. It was a life and a business that Ken was determined to avoid.

Now, more than 50 years later, Ken has built his own family business in the construction trade and he’s proud to see the new family tradition continue. While Ken knew from an early age that farming wasn’t for him, it wasn’t until he started working for a general contractor in high school that he found something he was genuinely interested in. When an Industrial Arts teacher first introduced him to architectural drafting, Ken knew he had found his calling. After graduating from high school, Ken enrolled at Mankato State, but it only took one quarter for him to decide that traditional college wasn’t where he needed to be. That’s when he enrolled in the Architectural Drafting & Estimating program at Dunwoody. The program was a good fit and Ken enjoyed his classes and his classmates. Ken graduated from Dunwoody in 1964 with a degree in Architectural Drafting & Estimating. He began his career at Lyman Lumber, drafting residential home plans, before moving on to another design/build firm. During this time Ken also started working part-time for a local home builder in New Prague, known as Busch Construction. The part-time work grew into a full-time position by 1974, and by 1982 Ken was part owner in the company. In 1993, Ken bought out the last partner and changed the name to K.A. Witt Construction, a cus-

tom design-build firm with a reputation for quality and a strong tie to the local community. Over the years, Ken expanded the operations, branching out from strictly residential building to include commercial building, townhomes, land development, property management, excavation and real estate. His three sons, Chris, Jason and Brandon, have joined him in the family business. Brandon also attended Dunwoody for Architectural Drafting & Estimating. Brandon grew up working in the family business and always knew that he wanted to operate the heavy machinery needed for excavation work. He even learned to drive construction equipment before he ever drove a car. "Every day is different and you get to work outdoors,” Brandon said. Another family member also chose to attend Dunwoody. Ken's grandson Jake earned his Construction Project Management degree in 2016 and currently works for KAW in the excavation division. “I enrolled [at Dunwoody] because of my grandpa – and the Dunwoody reputation,” Jacob said. The evening classes also allowed him to work during the day. After 40 years of building the business to the highly-respected builder it is today, Ken retired from K.A. Witt Construction, leaving his three sons to run the company. Now Ken enjoys spending his time golfing, fishing and handcrafting stained and fused glass, while his three sons proudly continue the legacy he worked to build.

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Pictured above, Chris Witt, Jason Witt, Brandon Witt and Ken Witt, '64 Architectural Drafting & Estimating. Pictured below, Brandon and Ken Witt at the family business, K.A. Witt Construction, in New Prague, Minnesota.

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A Nearly century-long

Connection

For the Rzeszutek family, the connection to Dunwoody dates back more than 90 years. Grandfather, great-uncles, father and son – all of them Dunwoody alums. An aunt, Dorothy Rzeszutek Odette, even worked at the College for nearly a decade.

Chris Rzeszutek grew up hearing stories about Dunwoody, and the sheet metal trade must run in the family, since all but one of the Rzeszutek alums graduated from the program. The family’s connection to Dunwoody dates back to Chris’ grandfather John Rzeszutek, who received his sheet metal training in 1926 and 1927, working part-time washing windows at the school while enrolled. John’s brothers Stanley H. Rzeszutek, ’29 Sheet Metal, and Frank G. Rzeszutek, ’37 Sheet Metal, and both of John's sons, Donald F. Rzeszutek, ’48 Sheet Metal, and Philip J. Rzeszutek, ’62 Sheet Metal, graduated from Dunwoody. Only one Rzeszutek earned a different Dunwoody degree. Philip’s son, Brian Rzeszutek, graduated from the baking program in 1988. Don, Chris’ father, even worked as a sheet metal air balancing instructor in Dunwoody’s Evening School. So it wasn’t a surprise when Chris followed in his father’s footsteps. “When I graduated from High School I didn’t know what I wanted to do,” Chris said. “My dad was the one who suggested sheet metal.” It was a suggestion he took to heart, and one he never regretted. Chris had tried the traditional college route first, attending the University of Wisconsin-Stout before deciding that it just wasn’t for him. But he met his

wife there, and the couple have been married for 37 years and have three children.

Chris graduated from Dunwoody in 1982 after completing his four-year sheet metal apprenticeship program. He earned his journeyman card and joined the union – Sheet Metal Local 34. It’s a career he has enjoyed, working mostly on the commercial side as a project manager. “Everything is all the same in residential, there is no variety. In commercial, you have to do everything from scratch,” Chris said. “There is a thought process to it.” Chris said his father also enjoyed the work, a sentiment his mother, Rosie Rzeszutek echoes. “We had a very nice life,” Rosie said, who met Don while she was still in high school, adding that Don talked fondly of his time at Dunwoody. The couple were married for 57 years before Don passed away. Don wasn’t just a hard-worker in the shop, he was also exceptionally handy at home taking on all sorts of home improvement projects, such as building the screen porch off the garage. “He was a craftsman,” Chris remembers. “It had to be perfect.” Chris’ brothers may not have followed in their father’s footsteps, but they all inherited some of their dad’s craftsmanship. “Our dad taught us a lot,” Chris said. “He taught us how to fix our cars and work on projects around the house.” Rosie said Don was proud when Chris decided to attend Dunwoody, knowing that the family tradition – and the connection that had lasted for generations – would continue.

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Pictured at top: Chris Rzeszutek, '82 Sheet Metal, and his mother Rosie Rzeszutek.

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Family Tradition

Siblings continue the Nick Freeland, ’15 Mechanical Drafting & Engineering Systems, and Angela Freeland, ’20 Mechanical Engineering, saw firsthand the value of a Dunwoody education when their father James enrolled at the College following a 20-year career as automotive mechanic. James Freeland had returned to school and earned his Mechanical Drafting & Engineering Systems Degree in 2013. He now designs parts in the medical field. His decision made an impact on his two oldest children, and it wasn’t long before they both decided to follow in their father’s footsteps.

Program (YCAP) at a college fair during her junior year, it seemed like a good fit. The summer program allowed Angela a chance to explore all of the different career paths and programs offered at Dunwoody. She was drawn to the graphic design program. Like her father and brother, Angela is also mathematically and mechanically-inclined. So after a semester she switched her program and is now a student in the four-year Mechanical Engineering program.

Nick had spent a year attending the University of Minnesota Duluth and was about to enroll in classes for his second year when he decided that the hands-on, professional atmosphere at Dunwoody that his father described would actually be a better fit.

“I like the idea of being able to design and build something, and you can work in almost any field,” Angela said.

“I’m more math-based and I learn better with handson opportunities. Plus I wanted a career more on the engineering side,” Nick said. “My dad was going here, so I just decided to enroll [at Dunwoody].”

“I always knew she’d be my boss someday,” Nick said with a laugh.

Father and son were at Dunwoody together for only one semester, since James was about to graduate, but having two generations in one family attending at the same time – and in the same program – is still a rarity. Right away, Nick felt at home in the small-class environment with students who were serious about their education and focused on their career choice. He especially liked working with the Computer-aided Design (CAD) software, which felt more like a game than actual work. During his first year at Dunwoody, Nick was hired for a paid internship at Johnstech, a manufacturer of high-performance precision test solutions in the semiconductor test market. The internship continued during his second year and then turned into a full-time job after graduating. Today, Nick is a CAD Designer, Level II and designs components for the company. Angela was still in high school when both her dad and brother were attending Dunwoody. So when she learned about Dunwoody’s Youth Career Awareness

Nick wasn’t surprised by either his sister’s decision to attend Dunwoody, or the switch to Mechanical Engineering.

Angela, who is a member of Dunwoody’s Student Government, is already enjoying the project-based learning and hands-on environment with instructors who have all worked professionally in the field. “I like the project work and the instructors are great,” Angela said, adding that having a mix of older and younger students in the program has also been an advantage. While it is still three years away, Angela is already thinking about her career after Dunwoody. She is interested in exploring mechanical engineering in the construction industry and would like to become a project manager someday. The three Freelands aren’t the only relatives in the family to attend Dunwoody. On their mother’s side, the pair have two uncles who have attended the College — Carroll Gackstetter and Michael McMonigal. “Dunwoody is a really good fit for a lot of people,” Nick said. “As a graduate, you have a lot of opportunities in technical industries.” Angela agrees, adding that technically-trained workers will always be needed.

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McNamara Center, Dunwoody College

Project Details

Investing in the Dun

n Preservation of the iconic Dunwoody Arch n A new South Lobby and Guest Entrance n A state-of-the-art Learning Commons n A new Welcome Center for students and families n Flexible space for collaborative work n A gathering space for 200

Legacy

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Throughout its 102-year history, more than 250,000 learners have passed through the halls of Dunwoody on their way to rewarding and successful careers. Originally constructed in 1917, the campus has stood the test of time, a historic reminder to Dunwoody's enduring legacy. Continued enrollment growth and the addition of the School of Engineering has created a unique opportunity for Dunwoody to preserve, restore and renovate the 100-year-old campus. Thanks to generous support from alumni and friends, Dunwoody will soon be breaking ground on a major transformation of the campus. Support for the project from industry, alumni and community leaders is a testament to the value of a hands-on, applied and project-based Dunwoody education. The planned construction project includes remodeling the current gymnasium into a two-story area with a state-of-the-art Learning Commons/Library on the upper floor and a new Welcome/Admissions Center for students and families on the lower level. The Learning Commons will provide traditional library functions, along with spaces for faculty and student collaboration, and quiet study areas. On the bottom floor, the The Welcome Center will house Admissions and serve as a flexible space where students can work in teams on collaborative projects, as well as accommodate community events for 200 attendees. “This is more than an upgrade to the physical spaces of our campus,” says President Rich Wagner, Dunwoody College of Technology. “It’s about continuing to create the kind of collaborative, immersive learning spaces Dunwoody has become known for as well as staying ahead of what’s needed to fully prepare our students, from all walks of life and all parts of the state, for success in the 21st Century workplace. There’s a critical skills gap in Minnesota and around the country; this renovation is the next step in our efforts to meet employers’ needs this year, this decade and well beyond.”

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In Memoriam: President Emeritus Warren Phillips Warren Phillips, who had a long and illustrious career at Dunwoody College of Technology and served as the College’s President from 1978 until 1989, died at his home in Athens, GA, on April 7, 2017. He was 90.

A Lasting Legacy President, 1978-1989

1954 – Phillips joined Dunwoody’s Indonesian Technical Teacher Training Institute in Bandung, Indonesia. 1960 – Phillips returned to Minneapolis and served as a counselor in Dunwoody’s International Services Division. 1962 – Phillips became Coordinator of the Day School. 1974 – Phillips named Director of the Day School.

Phillips graduated from University of Wisconsin-Stout in 1950. He spent his early career involved in international education, including being part of a project team from Dunwoody that taught at and advised the Indonesian Technical Training Institute in Bandung, Indonesia. He also completed a study on the program for the Ford Foundation. By the end of the project, Dunwoody had administered more than $1.1 million in Ford Foundation Grants. He returned to Minnesota in 1960 and held several roles in Dunwoody’s International Services Division and other areas of the College. In 1974, Phillips became Director of the Day School. He was named Executive Vice President of Dunwoody in 1977 and then became President just a year later. Throughout his long career at Dunwoody, Phillips instituted many of the events and programs that make the College what it is today. He started the 50-Year Club annual luncheon, which celebrates alumni who graduated half a century earlier; instituted the Alumni Achievement Award, Institutional Advancement Award, Partnership Award, and Alumni Entrepreneur Award; enhanced the Program Advisory Committees (which bring industry professionals on campus to advise faculty on curriculum and industry trends); and held the first alumni reunion in Arizona — all of which continue to this day. Phillips launched the Youth Career Awareness Program (YCAP), which helps high school students from disadvantaged backgrounds explore technical fields and prepare for college, as well as provides scholarship support for those who enroll at Dunwoody. YCAP has assisted more than 1,300 students since it began in 1988. Phillips presided over a key period of change at Dunwoody as it responded to the computer revolution and other technology changes. He supported efforts to increase the enrollment of women and students of color. He worked with the Board of Trustees to establish a formal approach to seek private funding to support Dunwoody’s nonprofit mission. He led the 75th Anniversary Campaign, which raised $7.8 million in philanthropic gifts. After retirement, Phillips continued to support the College, including its successful bid for regional accreditation and its ongoing fundraising efforts. His passion for hands-on education and his dedication to Dunwoody’s employees and students were hallmarks of his career.

1976 – Phillips introduced an annual picnic for the Century Club and an annual luncheon for the 50-Year Club. 1977 – Phillips named Executive Vice President. July 18, 1978 – Phillips named President of Dunwoody. 1979 – Phillips hired Dunwoody’s first minority counselor to recruit and advise minority students. 1981 – Under Phillips leadership, Dunwoody entered the computer age and installed its first computer, an IBM. 1984 – Phillips inaugurated the Alumni Achievement Award for successful Dunwoody alumni. 1985 – Under Phillips leadership, Dunwoody launched the 75th Anniversary Campaign. 1986 – Phillips hired Dunwoody’s first marketing director to build student enrollment. 1986 – Seven Technology Action Committees (TACs) held initial meetings. Soon all departments received industry advice and input from their own TACs. These became the Program Advisory Committees (PACs), which are still used today. 1986 – Phillips encouraged alumni Floyd Schneeberg and Jack Woods to organize the first Arizona alumni reunion. 1987 & 1988 – Phillips presented the first Partnership Awards and the first Alumni Entrepreneur Awards. 1988 – Phillips and Leon Rankin established the Youth Career Awareness Program (YCAP). 1989 – The Minnesota Higher Education Coordinating Board granted Dunwoody the authority to offer Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S) degrees in seven programs. 1989 – The 75th Anniversary Campaign concluded after raising $7.8 million. 1989 – Dunwoody celebrated its 75th anniversary. The city of Minneapolis renamed the segment of Wayzata Boulevard “Dunwoody Boulevard.” June 1990 – After 36 years at Dunwoody, Phillips retired and was named President Emeritus.

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Legacy Story:

Auto grad has made his mark in the snowmobile industry

Russell Ebert’s career in the auto and engine industry has included everything from teaching to engineering. And 51 years after graduating from Dunwoody College of Technology, Ebert, ’66 Automotive Service Technology, is still passionate about his work. Ebert was not the first in his family to attend Dunwoody – and he might not be the last either. “I had an uncle (Lloyd Ebert, ’52 Machine Tool Technology) who was a graduate and spoke highly of Dunwoody,” Ebert said. So a year after graduating from high school, Ebert enrolled. A few years into his career in the industry he was offered a position teaching automotive service at a local technical college. His teaching career spanned the next 33 years and expanded into welding and fabrication as well. It was also during his time as an instructor that Ebert began spending his “summer vacations” working in the engineering department at Arctic Cat. It is in that role that Ebert designs and engineers parts for Artic Cat’s racing snowmobiles. In fact, the sled that the gold medalist rode in the 2000 Winter X Games was built mostly in Ebert’s workshop in the Brainerd Lakes area. Besides Artic Cat, Ebert also spent three years working for John Deere when the company had ventured into building snowmobiles. Ebert’s design and engineering work has even meant

that his name is now on seven different patents dealing

“The work ethic that Dunwoody instilled in the students has helped drive my career.” —Russell Ebert, '66 Automotive Service Technology

with everything from a vehicle tracking control system to a snowmobile tunnel and rear heat exchanger. “If not for the great education I got here [at Dunwoody], that would never have been possible,” Ebert said about Dunwoody’s impact on his career. “The work ethic that Dunwoody instilled in the students has helped drive my career.” Recently Ebert and his wife Joni stopped by the Dunwoody campus to tour the automotive department and bring back information for their son, who might also pursue a technical career. Alumni are always welcome to stop by the campus for a tour. Contact Alumni Relations Director Edie Bolin at 612-381-8191 or alumni@dunwoody.edu to arrange a visit.

A look back at a family legacy "Four brothers from Grand Marais (from left), Robert, William, James and Fran Johnson, all sons of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Johnson ('32 Electrical), attended Dunwoody Institute in Minneapolis in 1976. The school reported that it is indeed a rarity to have four brothers attend at the same time, and it may well be the first time in school history! Fran and William enrolled in September 1974; their two brothers joined them a year later." Two other relatives have attended Dunwoody as well — although not at the same time: brother Thomas Eliasen, '68 Air Conditioning; and nephew Lawrence "Pete" Eliasen, '84 Refrigeration. Courtesy of the Cook County NewsHerald archives (1976)

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CAMPUS news One program, 16 women: The first graduates

Women In Technical Careers (WITC) helps 16 women begin their careers in technical fields This May, 16 Women In Technical Career (WITC) students walked across the stage, diplomas in hand, ready to begin the next chapter of their lives. Started in 2015, WITC was created to help women students succeed in technical careers considered “non-traditional” for women. Recipients receive a scholarship of up to $20,000 as well as childcare stipends, monthly professional development workshops, a strong peer support network and career-focused mentoring. “College is not easy for anyone, and when you compound that challenge with being a woman in a non-traditional field, parenting, working full-time, being a first-generation college student, and the many other identities and responsibilities these students juggle, it’s very impressive,” WITC Program Manager Maggie Whitman said about the graduates. “It’s been an honor to watch these students gain technical skills and confidence, and now we are seeing them secure high-paying jobs and internships. Those were the exact outcomes we were hoping for."

about juggling responsibilities well. A mother of two, Hertel shared that deciding to pursue post-secondary education wasn’t an easy decision. “When I first applied for college, I was so incredibly nervous. I decided and undecided thousands of times. I didn’t know if I could actually do it,” Hertel said. But after learning about the other women who would be a part of the cohort and the additional childcare support services WITC would provide, Hertel said she was sold. “After I spoke with Maggie, I was so excited and ready to be here because I knew that no matter what happens I will have a group of women who support me — even if it’s just emotionally. Knowing that someone would be there was really essential for me.”

HVACR Systems Servicing student Jessica Hertel knows

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Academic Excellence Award Recipients The Academic Excellence Award is given to one graduating student from each academic platform. Nominees are selected by faculty members and must have 90 percent attendance or higher and a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Additional criteria are: a solid work ethic, extra-curricular participation, collegiate camaraderie, pursuit of excellence and self-awareness.

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Tiara D. Hill

Andrew Johnson

Electrical Construction & Maintenance Fresno, California

Welding & Metal Fabrication Minneapolis, Minnesota

Machine Tool Technology Lonsdale, Minnesota

“Before Dunwoody, college was only a dream for me. Now my dreams include owing my own business and inspiring other women to explore a technical career. I really think attending Dunwoody was the best decision I ever made.”

“Tom Larson, the Right Skills Now for Manufacturing instructor, told me that if I put the effort and hard work into it, then I can succeed in machining. He gave me the confidence to pursue machining as a career path.”

“I decided to go into the electrical field because I love the challenge of troubleshooting and understanding a problem. At Dunwoody, I learned that if you work hard, someone will recognize you.”

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An Investment in the future A Dunwoody education is worth more. On average, the

starting salary for a Dunwoody graduate is $41,000. From there, the future only grows brighter.

Out of 31 MN Colleges

No. 2

$51,600 Median Income

Top Income Earners

A BRIGHTER FINANCIAL FUTURE

ECONOMIC STABILITY

LIFELONG SUCCESS

Twenty percent of Dunwoody graduates moved up two or more income quintiles after earning their degrees. Only one other college in Minnesota had a percentage of students who achieved this level of economic success.

The median income for Dunwoody graduates at age 34 is $51,600, placing Dunwoody sixth in the state. This means Dunwoody graduates earn more on average than graduates from most other colleges and universities.

43%

More than 40 percent of Dunwoody graduates achieve the top 20 percent of income brackets later in life. Not only does this rank Dunwoody one of the highest among other colleges in Minnesota, but also among the highest of other four-year, not-for-profit colleges in the nation.

Source: “Mobility Report Cards: The Role of Colleges in Intergenerational Mobility,” The Equality of Opportunity Project

Justin Larson

Cecilia Oberg

Paul Steffens

Bradley D. Williams

Radiologic Technology Plymouth, Minnesota

Pre-Media Technologies St. Paul, Minnesota

Computer Networking Systems Monroe, Wisconsin

Automotive Service Technology Excelsior, Minnesota

“The instructors do a great job with the small class sizes and keeping us engaged. With our class in particular, we’re always pushing each other to do as much as we can to improve during clinicals and in the classroom.”

“I love what I’m doing. The other students are really inspiring with their designs, and the instructors at Dunwoody are really helpful in challenging you to be creative and go outside the box.”

“My liberal arts degree was more steeped in theory. Here at Dunwoody, everything is so laser-focused on this hands-on experience. That was one of the biggest attractions of the College and the program itself for me.”

“Working in the automotive field requires a lot of problem solving and creative thinking, which is something I enjoy. Now with my Dunwoody degree I’m excited about my future and the possibilities it holds.”

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Pomp

On Saturday, May 20, Dunwoody held its Spring Commencement Ceremony at the Minneapolis Convention Center. Now a part of Dunwoody’s Alumni Assocation, these graduates are joining a proud legacy that has stood for more than 100 years. The Ceremony featured student speaker Danny Treat, Engineering Drafting & Design graduate, and a keynote address from Explorer and Environmentalist Will Steger. Steger is best known for his legendary polar explorations, traveling tens of thousands of miles by kayak and dogsled. The Minnesota native has led teams on some of the most significant polar expeditions in history. Steger is also the author of four books.

“A baton is now passed to you. You are now the , the

teachers mentors, the example-setters.” Keynote Speaker Will Steger

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ALUMNI & FRIENDS news Industry and community leaders share their leadership expertise Entrepreneurs, top executives and community leaders presented on a range of leadership topics at the First Thursday C. Charles Jackson Leadership Lecture Series during the second half of the school year. The Chief Executive Officer of Road Machinery & Supplies Co., Michael M. Sill II (pictured top right), shared what he looks for in young leaders, how he built his business, and his formula for success in February. In March, Vice President of Finance & Information Technology for KrausAnderson Construction Company, John G. Rogoz III (pictured middle right) shared his insights around how leaders can build a working relationship between operations and accounting and shape a culture of teamwork. Minnesota Department of Transportation Commissioner Charles A. Zelle talked in April about the leadership lessons he's learned from managing a government agency that oversees everything from public transit and highways to ports and aeronautics. In May, three Dunwoody alums and entrepreneurs (pictured bottom right) — Jack Holmes, ‘67 Architectural Drafting & Estimating, Retired CEO & Co-Owner, Vanman Architects & Builders; Dale Nordquist, ‘74 Electronic Systems Technology, Chairman of the Board, GEOTEK; and Donn Thomas, ‘64 Machine Tool, Founder, Thomas Precision, Inc. — participated in a panel discussion centered around entrepreneurship. Future lecture dates and speakers are included in the Calendar of Events.

Kate L. Dunwoody Society Luncheon In recognition of the vision and generosity of Kate L. Dunwoody and in support of Dunwoody student scholarships for women

10.18.17

Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2017 Luncheon & Program 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Featured Speaker: Michele Krolczyk Co-Owner & Vice President of Mint Roofing A third generation owner in the family’s commercial roofing business, Krolczyk is an advocate for women in business. An avid volunteer and mentor, Krolczyk is also the Principal of Vivid360 and an EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) coach, teaching young entrepreneurs how to build and implement successful business plans.

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New programs: Software Engineering & 3D Printing

Now training the creators of the digital world As computer systems and applications get more complicated, the demand for software engineers will continue to grow.

The degree will incorporate the College’s life-long values of handson learning, problem-solving, teamwork and professionalism.

Dunwoody College of Technology is helping to fill that demand by offering a new Bachelor of Science degree in Software Engineering.

"The industry partners we spoke with saw a need for professionals who can design and lead complex software projects," President Rich Wagner said. "By adding software engineering we build on our current strengths to help address the need for IT professionals who can bring engineering thinking and skills to the field.”

The College is now accepting applications for the program, which will begin classes August 2017. The degree will prepare students to enter the field of engineering as software engineers.

For more on Software Engineering and the School of Engineering visit www.dunwoody.edu/engineering.

Software engineers design, develop, test and improve software applications for a nearly every industry and field.

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Ready to design solutions for the manufacturing industry? Dunwoody is now enrolling students in the Design for Manufacturing: 3D Printing Certificate for Fall 2017. This certificate will give you the skills to work in the field of additive manufacturing. Contact Dunwoody’s Admissions team to schedule a tour of our 3D Printing lab and learn more about this certificate option. Tel: 612.374.5800 E-mail: info@dunwoody.edu dunwoody.edu/manufacturing

Date

08.14.2017 | 11:30 a.m. Edinburgh Golf Course Brooklyn Park, MN

14th Annual

Alumni & Friends Golf Tournament Registration

Registration is as easy as 1-2-3!

$170 per person — includes box lunch, dinner, cart and green fees.

1. Log on to alumni.dunwoody.edu/golf

Proceeds from the tournament go directly to support students through scholarships.

3. Click the “Submit” button, or

Sponsorship Information

If your organization is interested in tournament sponsorship opportunities, please contact Alumni Relations at 612-381-8191 or alumni@dunwoody.edu.

2. Fill out the online registration form use the printable form and mail payment to: Alumni Office Dunwoody College of Technology 818 Dunwoody Boulevard Minneapolis, MN 55403

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Each year Dunwoody College of Technology recognizes alumni who have reached or passed their 50 Year reunion. Annually, 50 Year Club Members gather for a reunion and to welcome the new 50th year class. The Class of 1967 was welcomed into the 50 Year Club during this year's luncheon on April 27. Next year's 50 Year Club reunion will take place on April 26, 2018. If you graduated in 1968 or before, don't miss this great event. Pictured above (from left to right), the Class of 1967. Front row: John Blodgett, Sheet Metal; John Palmer, Baking; Edward Bauer, Electrical; Rich Toering, Electrical; Roger Roebeck, Electrical; Wayne Etter, Air Conditioning; John Pavloff, Air Conditioning; Donald Anundsen, Architectural Drafting; Darryl Weidenbach, Surveying. Middle row: Doug Rolland, Air Conditioning; David Thompson, Electrical; David Simpkins, Printing; Jim Cook, Printing; Alan Bakken, Electrical; Al Pearson, Auto; Jim Moeller, Auto; Richard King, Architectural Drafting; Jerry Nelson, Auto; Gerald Helling, Auto; Richard Gripentrog, Construction; Gary Switzer, Refrigeration; Wayne Greenfield, Air Conditioning. Back row: Joseph Mara, Refrigeration; John Lattimore, Air Conditioning; Arthur Moening, Electrical; Richard Wegner, Electrical; Darrel Hauer, Air Conditioning; Jack Holmes, Architectural Drafting; Duane Warren, Architectural Drafting; Marv Patton, Machine Tool; Kenneth Bensman, Architectural Drafting; Gordon Spoelstra, Auto; Daniel Skaro, Mechanical Drafting; Don Diesen, Engineering Drafting & Design.

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Q. What are you doing now? A. I have been retired since 2003 and my wife and I have been doing a lot of traveling and working on my prairie. Q. Where is the weirdest place you have ever met a fellow alum? A. This was a long time ago, but I would have to say when I joined Weber Electric I met Jim DuRose, an excellent Dunwoody alum. Q. Has there been a moment in your career when you thought “My job is awesome!” and what was that moment? A. It would have to be when I was working downtown St. Paul and we would get large jobs in Town Square and The World Trade Center without even a competitive bid because of the work we had done and that made me feel pretty special. Q. What would your former classmates be surprised to know about you now? A. When I retired we bought a 1906 home on a 160 acre farm north of Alexandria because I always wanted to restore an old farm house. Most people like to downsize, but working on the acreage gives me much pleasure. Q. What is your favorite memory of Dunwoody? A. The camaraderie with my fellow classmates during our breaks and sometimes we even played some cribbage.

Q. What are you doing now? A. After running a small consulting firm for the past 12 years, I have started a Lighting Studio within a large MEP firm. It is great to have all of the resources and tools and focus on the design. Q. Where is the weirdest place you have ever met a fellow alum? A. This thing called World Wide Web. Q. Has there been a moment in your career when you thought “My job is awesome!” and what was that moment? A. I have had the opportunity to work several National Award Winning projects. My biggest moment came when walking my family through The Exploratorium in San Francisco, which was my most challenging and rewarding project. Q. What would your former classmates be surprised to know about you now? A. I have two children, and have been living in Colorado since graduation day, but I'm still a huge fan of the Green Bay Packers. Q. What is your favorite memory of Dunwoody? A. I remember how involved the electrical industry was in our program. The program did a tremendous job preparing us for real world experience.

'68 Printing & Graphics Technology

Mark Rettig

'00 Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology

Brennan Schumacher

Bill Pedrow

'70 Electrical Construction & Maintenance Technology

ALUMNI & FRIENDS Q&A

Q. What are you doing now? A. In 2001 at age 53, I semi-retired from Minnesota Rubber Company after working there for nearly 35 years. Owner Bob Carlson and his family have been huge supporters of Dunwoody. Although I never used my Dunwoody printing education, I gained lots of skills and knowledge from attending. I still do mechanical repairs for people, enjoy pheasant hunting and I'm an avid fisherman. Q. Where is the weirdest place you have ever met a fellow alum? A. I did meet Dunwoody students when they were hired by Minnesota Rubber Company. Q. What would your former classmates be surprised to know about you now? A. Because I never went into the printing field, my classmates would be surprised to learn I started a long career at Minnesota Rubber Company. I was a maintenance mechanic as well as a boiler man and fabricator. It was a great place to work and I enjoyed every minute of my time there. Q. What is your favorite memory of Dunwoody? A. I have many favorite memories. Working and learning in the atmosphere of the print shop with the instructors and other students was a grand experience. The annual printing department picnic comes to mind, as well as purchasing bread from the bakery.

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I chose Dunwoody because the Machine Tool program is the best in the area. I get exposure to all different aspects of the industry and design and fabricate parts using SOLIDWORKS® and Mastercam®. Dunwoody is preparing me for a career where, instead of living paycheck to paycheck, I can reach for the stars. PATRICK SCHULZ ’17 Machine Tool Technology

Dunwoody’s graduates are in high demand. Your Annual Fund gift helps ensure that Dunwoody students can complete their degree, prepare for their career, and pursue their dreams. Tuition revenue alone does not cover the full cost of a Dunwoody education. Like other private colleges, Dunwoody depends on support from the entire community of Dunwoody alumni and friends to help bridge the need. Your gift helps fulfill Dunwoody’s mission and vision by supporting the teaching and learning that happen at Dunwoody every day. Dunwoody’s Annual Fund supports the College across all programs and departments. Gifts are directed to student scholarships, faculty, academic support, student life, curriculum, materials and technology. Your generosity today will make the future better for students like Patrick by providing an education that exceeds expectations. Join us in Making the Future for all of our students with your tax-deductible contribution today!

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ALUMNI BOARD

of Managers

Tiara D. Hill

'17 Welding & Metal Fabrication, A.A.S. Minneapolis, Minnesota

Tiara Hill has never let fear stand in her way. In fact, the Minneapolis native was terrified of the sparks when she first experienced the Welding & Metal Fabrication program at Dunwoody College of Technology as a Youth Career Awareness Program student. So when it came time to choose which degree program she would enroll in, the answer was obvious – welding.

inspiration

Serving as an

“I knew that I wanted to work with my hands, but I had no idea it would be welding,” Hill said, adding that she really enjoys the artistic side of welding. Two years later, Hill has not only conquered her fear – she’s also excelled as a student. Hill was selected as the Academic Excellence Award recipient for the Robotics & Manufacturing program area and also received the Alumni Association's Student Leadership Award. The Alumni Association presents the award annually to a student who exemplifies leadership, scholastic excellence, community service and school spirit.

Alumni Board of Managers Vice President Bob Bach, '77 Tool and Die, and President Claire Ferrara, '11 Heating & Air Conditioning System Design, along with Dunwoody President Rich Wagner, present the Student Leadership Award to Tiara Hill.

A graduate of Park Center Senior High School, Hill wasn’t sure if she would be able to attend college. She had applied for a number of scholarships, but none of them had worked out. So when a case manager at a local non-profit suggested Hill apply for the YCAP scholarship at Dunwoody, she was skeptical. “Before Dunwoody, college was nothing but a dream for me,” Hill said. “I really think this was the best decision I ever made.” Hill graduated with her Associate in Applied Science degree this May, and is already planning to continue her education and has enrolled in the Bachelor completion program for Industrial Engineering at Dunwoody. “What drives me to keep going is my past and knowing that there is another part of life out there that I want a chance to see and experience,” Hill said. Hill is motivated to succeed by the people in her life. Her mother has been an inspiration at home, always encouraging her to keep going and never give up. At school, Hill said her instructors, such as Denise Bailey, have served as an amazing support system. One day, Hill hopes to inspire and motivate others. She already has plans to start her own business, taking on smaller welding jobs, and she hopes to encourage other youth – especially women – to take an interest in technical careers. For now, Hill is excited about her future and all of the new opportunities awaiting her.

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Alumni & Friends

2017

Calendar of Events

2017 Dunworkin' Alumni Social Thursday, July 20, 5-7 p.m. Excelsior Brewing Co. 421 3rd St., Excelsior

C. Charles Jackson Leadership Lecture Series Thursday, Oct. 5, 7:30 a.m. Speaker: Charles Westling Chief Executive Officer Computype, Inc. McNamara Center, Dunwoody College

14th Annual Alumni & Friends Golf Tournament Monday, August 14, 11:30 a.m. Edinburgh Golf Course Brooklyn Park

Kate Dunwoody Society Luncheon Wednesday, Oct. 18, 11:30 a.m. Speaker: Michele Krolczyk Co-owner & Vice President Mint Roofing McNamara Center, Dunwoody College

C. Charles Jackson Leadership Lecture Series Thursday, Sept. 7, 7:30 a.m. Speaker: Larry Pogemiller Commissioner Minnesota Office of Higher Education McNamara Center, Dunwoody College

C. Charles Jackson Leadership Lecture Series Thursday, Nov. 2, 7:30 a.m. Speaker: Mike Hanson, ’85 Electrical Construction & Maintenance President/Chief Executive Officer Hunt Electric Corporation McNamara Center, Dunwoody College

Dunworkin' Alumni Social Thursday, Sept. 28, 5-7 p.m. Summit Brewing Company 910 Montreal Circle, St. Paul

President's Dinner Thursday, Nov. 9, 6 p.m. This is a special event for donors at the President's Club level and above. Minneapolis Club, Minneapolis Dunworkin' Alumni Social Thursday, Nov. 16, 5-7 p.m. OMNI Brewing 9462 Deerwood Lane N., Maple Grove C. Charles Jackson Leadership Lecture Series Thursday, Dec. 7, 7:30 a.m. Speaker: Mark Sherry, '87 Architectural Drafting & Design Executive Vice President M.A. Mortenson Company, Inc. McNamara Center, Dunwoody College

All event dates are subject to change. Please note, there will be no Leadership Lecture in August. For more information on any event, please contact the Alumni Office at 612-381-8191 or alumni@dunwoody.edu.

Lets’ Connect

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JULY 20, SEPT. 28, NOV. 16 (Includes a Drink Ticket & Appetizers)

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Please join fellow Dunwoody College of Technology alumni and friends for a casual get-together after work. This is purely a social event — spouses and guests are welcome! RSVP appreciated: https://alumni.dunwoody.edu/social, or pay at the door. Questions: 612-381-3064 or alumni@Dunwoody.edu. Hosted by the Dunwoody College of Technology Alumni Office.

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