SHAPING THE FUTURE
DUNWOODY COMPLETES HISTORIC CAM PAIGN
LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT
A year ago, I embarked on one of the most challenging and rewarding journeys of my career. As I reflect on my first year as President of Dunwoody College of Technology, I’m filled with gratitude and humility. The support and encouragement I’ve received from the Dunwoody community, a community truly second to none, has made all the difference.
It has been a year of firsts for me and a year of remarkable progress for the College. From our largest fall enrollment in more than a decade to a 98 percent in-semester retention rate this spring, Dunwoody continues to attract and retain students at record levels. And with a 96 percent career outcomes rate, our graduates are finding success in the workforce. I hear this directly from employers who are eager to hire the skilled professionals Dunwoody produces.
One of my favorite parts of the year has been watching the campus come alive with visitors: from small tours to major events. This year, more than 8,000 guests came through our doors. That is 8,000 people who now have a clearer understanding of how Dunwoody serves its students, supports industry, and strengthens our community.
This was also a strong financial year for the College, driven by higher-than-expected enrollment and the continued generosity of our donors.
We also reached a historic milestone: the successful completion of the largest fundraising campaign in Dunwoody’s history. Thanks to more than 2,100 donors, we raised $80 million over five years, surpassing our $75 million goal. This achievement will leave a lasting impact on Dunwoody students now and well into the future.
The success of the For All Time campaign is fueling bold change. We are expanding and improving programs, investing in new spaces and technologies, and enhancing our ability to meet industry needs. These investments allow us to work more effectively with our partners to close the skills gap.
The campaign also brought visible transformation to our campus. The restoration of our historic facade, including new windows, signage, and arched entrance, now reflects the innovation and excellence happening inside. It is difficult to overstate what it means to have an exterior that matches the energy and ambition within.
When I was selected as Dunwoody’s eleventh President, I was reminded of our original charge: to provide an education where young people can learn “useful trades” and prepare themselves "for the better performance of life’s duties."
More than 110 years later, Dunwoody remains true to that mission. And it is only possible because of you. Thank you for your continued belief in this College and in the handson, applied education that defines our approach.
Because of your support, more students are finding opportunity and purpose. They are pursuing high-demand, high-paying careers that Dunwoody uniquely prepares them for. These are degrees with purpose and careers with promise.
Reflecting on this past year reminds us of Dunwoody’s importance to our state, our region, and our shared future. Together, we are making a difference in the lives of students, in the industries we serve, and in the communities we call home.
That is the Dunwoody legacy. And together we are ensuring that legacy will endure — for all time
SCOTT STALLMAN, Ph.D. President
$80,000,000 Raised 2,114 Donors 10,313 Gifts
"The story of Dunwoody continues to be about supporting students, meeting industry demand, and fostering alumni success. It's a story that is written in our DNA. And thanks to all of you, Dunwoody can continue to be the place where education and innovation meet — for all time."
SCOTT STALLMAN, Ph.D. President, Dunwoody College of Technology
A HISTORICAL ACHIEVEMENT celebrating
When Dunwoody launched the For All Time campaign, the goal was to increase scholarships and enhance student life; to develop new, in-demand programs and expand resources for our talented faculty; and to transform our campus through renovations, new buildouts, and the addition of new cutting-edge technology for hands-on education. The goal was ambitious: $75 million. And thanks to generous donors, alumni, and friends, the College not only met its goal but surpassed it!
The campaign kicked off five years ago with strategic goals to close existing access and achievement gaps, and make education and careers in technological and trade industries accessible to a wider net of ambitious doers. Since then, the College has continued to empower under-resourced students in technical fields and the skilled trades, making an exceptional education and great paying career possible for people who have not been historically included in these industries. Dunwoody will continue to allocate this financial support as it works to close gaps and open pathways to financial freedom to a growing, diverse, and enterprising workforce of technical professionals from all walks of life.
Dunwoody is committed to using your necessary and important contributions to maintain our solid track record of academic agility and enrollment growth. Alongside building our passionate and talented faculty, our academic deans and directors have been busy implementing new, in-demand programs that have allowed us to reach students outside of Minnesota’s borders and represent Dunwoody as a consistent leader in industry. Dunwoody’s agile curriculum and our ability to stay current with industry needs and trends is made possible by donors and friends like you.
Read on to learn more about the College's evolution over the course of For All Time, the largest campaign in our history, including, the growth of our scholarship programs and success of Student Affairs, campus renovations and the exciting progress the College has made in updating its existing programs and adding new academic offerings. Thank you again for your invaluable and timeless investment and belief in Dunwoody’s mission.
$40 Million
for Scholarships
$20 Million
$51.5 Million
$13.3 Million for Facilities
$15 Million
$15.2 Million for Programs
An astonishing 799 scholarship donors came together during the For All Time campaign, raising $51.5 million for scholarships and opening career pathways for more Dunwoody students. In alignment with Dunwoody’s strategic plan, Vision 2026, we used these funds to bridge gaps and build connections to serve students in all populations. We addressed critical gaps in achievement, income, and skills by investing in scholarships and helping ensure that all students who want to earn a technical education can afford one. Additionally, we have bolstered support for students who need additional financial and academic success planning to help them stay on track to graduation.
THAT CHANGE LIVES scholarships
Dunwoody’s Signature Scholarship Programs, including Pathways to Careers (P2C) and the former Women in Technical Careers (WITC) initiative, which has now been merged with the P2C program,, were designed to support under-resourced students in technical and skilled trade fields. Thanks to your generous support, we allocated almost $6.8 million to P2C and $3.6 million to WITC since the start of the For All Time campaign.
These major scholarship gifts have been transformative in the lives of students who are Born to Do. Generosity like this will benefit the College for all time.
GROWTH
SPRING 2022 | 23 SPRING 2025 | 154
SPRING 2020 | 34 SPRING 2025 | 101
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"This scholarship allowed me the time and resources to focus on school and ultimately get a highly sought after internship with one of the best global firms in the world, out of I,600 applicants."
DESTINY HAAG-RAMPERSAD
P2C Scholarship Recipient Interior Design, B.S. Graduation: May 2025
SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarship Spotlight
TEREASHA CE’TEARA FRAZIER | Signature Scholarship Recipient Automotive Collision Repair & Refinishing, A.A.S.
Expected Graduation: August 2026
“It doesn’t matter if you’re a boy or a girl, if you want to learn, you’ll take the time to learn.”
That’s what Tereasha Ce’teara Frazier learned from her grandfather, a Dunwoody alumnus and the only African American to graduate from the Automotive program in 1974.
“I grew up changing oil, putting up fences, fixing household things, all while seeing that dedication and hard work pays off,” said Frazier, who was born and raised in a family of doers. “I’m very grateful to have so many things embedded in me, along with having so many great inspiring role models in my life.”
As for Frazier, she plans to apply her technical degree to the business of collision repair and achieve her vision of being a Dunwoody alumna, mentor, and donor. “I like to work hard, continue to make my mother proud and continue adding on to the legacy my grandparents rooted,” she said.
Frazier attended a different institution before she enrolled at Dunwoody. Her decision to switch environments meant that Dunwoody College gained a vibrant addition to the student body, and she gained a much more supportive pathway. “My previous college was totally different,” she said. “I didn’t have a good school support team and not as many resources or information.”
After Frazier had made the switch, her educational experience was a positive experience. So, what stood out for her? “Professionalism, organizations, programs offered, networks, speakers, instructors, donors, and staff. I love that I learn every day in my collision program.”
Frazier recounted her reaction to being accepted into the scholarship program fondly. “I cried when I received the great news,” she said. “I was given a chance to focus on school, dedicate the time to master my trade, and use my actions to thank the donors who helped make it possible to continue my education.”
INVESTING in student success
STAND-OUT STUDENT AFFAIRS TEAM STRENGTHENS RETENTION
What was once a team of three running student services has now expanded to 11 talented Dunwoody staff dedicated to inspiring and supporting students’ academic and social engagement at the College. Since 2020, the Student Affairs team has cultivated new programs and services, demonstrating community and integrity in creating an innovative career-focused framework.
PACE KEEPS UP FIRST-YEAR RETENTION
PACE, which stands for Positivity, Advocacy, Connections, and Empowerment, invites first-generation and first-year students to join for monthly workshops and welcomes them to campus with events geared toward facilitating friendships.
“I guarantee that if you begin my program you will add more tools to your toolbelt. You will know Dunwoody is your home,” says Jonathon Moore, creator of the PACE program.
INCREASE IN FIRST-YEAR RETENTION FOR NEW STUDENTS SINCE 2020 9%
STUDENT LIFE AT DUNWOODY
Internship and career search assistance, leadership opportunities, wellness support, success planning, and residential life cover just the surface of what Student Affairs at Dunwoody provides. The committed team in Student Affairs has an open-door policy, building rapport with students, acting as a sounding board, and providing encouragement that students need when overcoming obstacles to persist in their education.
ESPORTS: A NEW WAY TO ENGAGE
In 2022, Dunwoody brought Esports to campus. Since it started, interest in the program has continued to grow. Today the College plays in four leagues across three different online games.
“The Esports program really helped me meet new people and get a good base of friends at the College.”
RYDER YARDLEY, Esports Team Captain
Electrical Construction & Maintenance, A.A.S.
Expected Graduation: May 2026
WHO MAKE A DIFFERENCE Faculty
For the past eight years, Brian Briske, Assistant Professor of Automotive Collision Repair & Refinishing, has seen his program grow and change. Throughout that time, Briske has helped his students gain confidence and start full-time jobs right out of college.
“I want to make sure students are capable so that when they start their jobs and careers and come across new challenges they continue to build confidence,” Briske said.
In Automotive Collision Repair & Refinishing, getting students into the field as soon as possible allows them to keep learning during summer breaks and gain employment quicker.
“One of the nice advantages of Dunwoody is we’re set up for a three-day schedule, which allows them to have two full days to be working when they get a job. We want to get them out there,” Briske said.
In 2022, the program opted to switch gears from offering a summer production lab to having students complete a summer internship instead. “I think students have gone out and really gotten a better idea of what the industry is like,” he said. “Getting them out there and seeing the pace, what happens, how stuff moves, and getting immersed in it. These internships typically lead to jobs for students.”
The advisory board Briske coordinates is unique to Dunwoody and informs his program's curriculum along with shop materials and technology. “They're technicians, they're shop owners, managers, and we're lucky to have a pretty diverse group of people. I take a lot of feedback from them,” he said.
Preparing students for the field and their internships with new technology is key for Briske. “Each fall and spring the advisory
board comes through here. I ask them, 'hey, what do you see or don't see?' From there, Dunwoody supports us with the equipment we need. They back us financially on this kind of thing. They want us to be up to date, they want to make sure that we are training students on the current tools and technology.” With up-to-date technology and curriculum, Briske’s students will graduate with internship field work under their belts and an ability to adapt to change in their work.
Faculty like Briske are also used to adapting to change. “Our accreditors require us to do at least 20 hours of industry training. Most of us here do at least that, if not more. We want to be on the forefront of the technology updates and things coming up with vehicles.” Showing up as a knowledgeable resource with years of field experience, Briske wants the best for his students. “I think Dunwoody does a good job of hiring people that have done the jobs they teach. That comes through when we work with students. You can't fake it with students,” he said.
With a genuine approach to auto collision repair education, Briske and other auto faculty are preparing Dunwoody students to get started right away with high-paying jobs immediately out of college.
BORN TO DO.
“Born to Do,” a special project funded by Dunwoody alumnus Ray Newkirk, featured 62 alumni in 57 profile stories in a limited-edition hardcover book.
Sent out to 596 high schools across Minnesota, the “Born to Do” book will be used to share stories of successful Dunwoody alumni and promote the school as a place for innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders.
TO MEET INDUSTRY NEEDS adapting
CREATING A STATE-OF-THE-INDUSTRY CYBER RANGE
Responding to the needs of industry has always been the Dunwoody way. So when the idea to create infrastructure for a cybersecurity program that would meld informational technology (IT) with operational technology (OT) to better train professionals in the quickly changing cyber landscape the College was quick to act.
Soon after, the new Center for Cybersecurity & Cloud Engineering became a marquee project of the school.
Today, the Center is outfitted with a multi-bay cyber range, which includes a rack-server lab, a cloud/virtualization lab, a networking lab, and a computer hardware lab. Dunwoody’s integrated IT/OT approach means that students learn how to protect the critical infrastructure systems that run on a network, which was becoming more common even before more systems were forced online during the COVID-19 pandemic.
According to Dunwoody’s Computer Technology faculty, every organization has IT, every organization has infrastructure, and everything is on the network. So when building out the new space, the Department worked to incorporate bays and simulators to reflect those factors, allowing them to teach students how to secure systems and networks. Securing systems like wastewater, bulk electricity, critical manufacturing, transportation, and oil and gas is critical to securing the safety of the general public, and Dunwoody graduates are prepared for that challenge. As these fields are constantly changing, Dunwoody's agile curriculum provides students with up-to-date skills.
“Dunwoody’s Computer Technology programs are focused on giving students the digital skills and tools they need to be successful in the constantly evolving fields of IT and cybersecurity,” said Academic Dean E.J. Daigle. “Dunwoody faculty are experts at staying current with industry trends and adapting curriculum to meet those changing needs. We know computer professionals are in high demand, and we are committed to ensuring our graduates have the knowledge and skills they need to make a difference in this critical industry.”
$1.8 Million
INFRASTRUCTURE & TECHNOLOGY INVESTMENT
INCREASED ACCESS AND A CENTRALIZED SCHOOL OF DESIGN
Dunwoody’s School of Design has continued to transform since For All Time began and changes to the space have inspired students studying one of the three key disciplines: architecture, graphic design, and interior design.
Dunwoody College of Technology offers Minnesota’s only five-year Bachelor of Architecture program. The program is accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB) and provides a shorter pathway to licensure. In 2021, Dunwoody was accepted into the Integrated Path to Architectural Licensure (IPAL) initiative, which offers students the opportunity to earn an architecture licensure after graduation. Led by the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB), IPAL is an accelerated pathway that enables students to jump-start their career by completing licensure requirements while earning a degree.
Dunwoody is also one of only two schools in Minnesota offering a bachelor’s degree in interior design.
School of Design students from all three disciplines benefit from oncampus resources, including our ever-popular and newly expanded Fab Lab and three newly renovated super studios, where students in the School of Design learn their craft and bring their ideas to life.
BACHELOR OF ARCHITECTURE GRADUATES SINCE 2020
MEETING INCREASING DEMAND IN THE SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING
Dunwoody’s School of Engineering faculty has consistently upheld the rigorous standards set by several accrediting boards and associations, which is crucial to ensure new Dunwoody graduates are the most sought-after additions to the workforce.
Throughout For All Time, Dunwoody’s specialized engineering students have produced exciting capstone projects and sparked the evolution of college-wide clubs like Dunwoody Experimental Vehicles.
28.9%
ENROLLMENT GROWTH IN SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING SINCE 2020 83
AUTOMATION & CONTROLS ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY:
Accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, under the general criteria and the instrumentation and control systems engineering technology program criteria. (2021)
AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE TECHNOLOGY:
Accredited by the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Education Foundation, Re-Accreditation. (2024)
INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY:
Accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, under the general criteria and the industrial engineering technology program criteria. (2021)
MACHINE TOOL TECHNOLOGY:
Accredited by the National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS), Re-Accreditation. (2024)
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING:
Accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, under the general criteria and the mechanical engineering program criteria. (2020)
PROGRAM highlights
Dunwoody has approached education with an agility and ability to shift with industry needs, preparing graduates for cutting-edge jobs in the technical and skilled trade fields. Dunwoody graduates have left school with the skills they need to be the best new hires in the job market. During the campaign, Dunwoody continued that tradition with the creation of new curriculum and degree programs.
Dunwoody Online began in Fall 2021 by offering two degree programs as fully online programs. Since then, Dunwoody Online has expanded and now includes 10 degree options, reaching students who are Born to Do in 30 states across the country. Online students experience one-of-a-kind, innovative, project-based learning in a virtual space with industryleading software and technology.
QUALITY. RIGOR. RELEVANCE.
DRIVING INNOVATION IN AND OUT OF THE CLASSROOM: DUNWOODY EXPERIMENTAL VEHICLES (DEV) CLUBS
For years, Dunwoody College of Technology has been a leading competitor in an annual event that showcases autonomous vehicle technology. The autonomous snowplow competition brings together students from across disciplines to design, build, program, and improve three different autonomous snowplows each using different navigation technology. Since the campaign began, Dunwoody has added two other experimental vehicle teams to its roster of co-curricular activities an Eco-marathon EV and a Baja Dune Buggy.
“They really started out as capstone projects that have evolved into student clubs. Together these teams have evolved into one more global club that we call the DEV Club,” said E.J. Daigle, Academic Dean.
The DEV teams are housed in Dunwoody’s Center for Engineering Excellence and are open to students from across campus. The teams include students from programs like Automation & Controls Engineering Technology, Industrial Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Automated Systems & Robotics, and more. Each of the teams compete in their own national events.
Student clubs like DEV are another way Dunwoody is enhancing student life on campus by providing real-world opportunities to apply the technical skills and know-how students learn in the classroom.
“These kinds of programs are really what stands out for students. This is what recruits people in.”
BRIDGETTE DALDORF
Dunwoody Experimental Vehicles Team Member Industrial Engineering Technology, B.S. Graduation: May 2025
C AMPUS TRANSFORMATION
“The archway is a small gesture that elevates the entrance to campus for new students.”
TREVOR BULLEN, ACADEMIC DEAN
School of Design and Construction Sciences & Building Technology
“The new windows have been a huge improvement to the student experience and to the perception of the school from outside. Being able to see the city so clearly from our architecture studios drove students to consider their role in the context of the city so much further. Also, the additional sunlight and windowsills became a platform for students to put plants, past work, architectural models, and so much more! I even had friends of mine who usually drive past campus asking if they could get a tour of the inside.”
SAM COOPERMAN '24 Bachelor of Architecture Architectural Designer, KPF, NYC
SPACES IMPACTED, ADDED & ENHANCED 20+ RAISED FOR FACILITIES
$13.3 Million
ADVANCING THE LIVES OF STUDENTS
Roger and Nancy McCabe have always wanted their philanthropic dollars to have the greatest impact. It is the reason they choose to support higher education. That commitment to impact and education is why Dunwoody College of Technology is focused on helping them affect the greatest change possible.
Nancy learned about William and Kate Dunwoody at a Woman’s Club meeting featuring Dunwoody’s previous Director of Leadership Giving, Dawn Fish. “At that time, we were giving to several higher learning institutions and were impressed with Dunwoody’s story. Education has become our number one area of giving. As we know, a college education opens many doors in a lifetime,” Nancy stated.
“That’s when we started looking into Dunwoody,” Roger said. Nancy added, “We also liked the fact that Dunwoody is a small college, and we can touch a lot of lives with our giving.”
The opportunity to support first-generation college students pursuing technical and skilled trade fields was a major factor for the McCabes as they considered how they wished to allocate funds: “Generation after generation there are people who haven't been able to afford going to college. We believe these are the students who we can have the greatest impact with.”
In support of the College’s For All Time campaign, the McCabes generously pledged $1 million focused in two areas: $500,000
was given to an endowed scholarship fund to support firstgeneration students and $500,000 was dedicated to building and growing the newly launched Cybersecurity program — a program which is putting Dunwoody on the map as a leader in training tomorrow’s cybersecurity professionals.
The McCabes directed their giving to these two areas to have both an immediate impact and to ensure their legacy continues when they won’t be here to keep giving. Why? “So we can see our gifts being put to use today. That's an easy answer. What are we waiting for?” Roger said.
Nancy said it was important that their endowed gift live on in perpetuity through the scholarships they set up. “This is our legacy,” Nancy said. “One of the most powerful things for me over the years has been meeting students who received our scholarships. You look in their eyes and they tell you what they feel. That’s powerful.”
As donors looking to make both an immediate and long-term impact, the McCabes have chosen to support Dunwoody and our students who are born to do. Their giving has already helped many Dunwoody students, and their endowed fund will continue to advance the lives of students for all time.
Securing a Legacy Through Planned Giving
Dunwoody alumnus Curt Meyer was a senior in high school at Golden Valley when he and his father visited the College together. “I couldn't stand the thought of four more years of college," he said. "My dad expressed concern to Leon Brewer, his friend and an instructor in the machine shop at the time. My grandfather used to be a machinist, and the machine shop impressed me.”
The Meyers committed a generous planned gift to Dunwoody during the campaign. Curt attributed his success to getting his education: “I want to make sure the school stays successful. There is a need for tradespeople in the world. A lot of high school kids are pushed into going to a four-year college, and they might not need or want that. I don't know where I would be today if I hadn't gone to Dunwoody. I want to make sure that it stays one of the leading trade schools out there.”
An Interview with Roger and Nancy McCabe
A TRANSFORMATIONAL gift
THE LARGEST GIFT IN DUNWOODY HISTORY
Whitney and Eilzabeth MacMillan, founders of the WEM Foundation, have changed lives, enhanced opportunities, and transformed the Dunwoody campus.
Their transformational gift of $30,000,000 will continue to support students, programs, and facilities for all time.
Their commitment to technical education and their generous support of Dunwoody College of Technology has left an indelible mark on our spaces, our people, and our programs.
The WEM Foundation’s support was pivotal in our efforts for securing Dunwoody’s future, shaping lives through scholarships, and providing a better space for all.
SECURING THE FUTURE
Through their endowed gift, the WEM Foundation will leave a lasting legacy for generations of Dunwoody students by creating a permanent source of funding.
SHAPING LIVES THROUGH SCHOLARSHIPS
The level of support dedicated to scholarships will continue to help students in need fulfill their dreams for years to come, providing a path to the immediate jobs and great careers a Dunwoody education makes possible.
A BETTER SPACE FOR ALL
The WEM Foundation has transformed the Dunwoody campus through major capital investments. Their gift opened the windows to technical education by restoring the building’s exterior to its original façade and improving interior spaces around campus. This major renovation and window replacement project significantly improved the learning and working environment in Dunwoody’s labs, shops, and studios.
$12 million | Strategic Scholarships
$10 million | Capital Investments
$3 million | Signature Scholarship Programs
$3 million | Programs
$2 million | Restricted Strategic Funds
CONGRATS Graduates
CELEBRATING THE CLASS OF 2025
On Thursday, May 22, Dunwoody College of Technology celebrated more than 500 graduates from the Class of 2025 at this year’s Commencement Ceremony.
The graduating class was one of the largest groups in recent history, with the most graduates coming from Construction Sciences & Building Technology, 187, followed by Robotics & Manufacturing, 114.
what the others did. The support I received during my time as a student from the auto tech instructors was unmatched. And the support that those same instructors have given me and The Lift Garage since I left has been so appreciated. From giving me car advice about a problem we didn’t know how to solve to one instructor serving on the very first Board of The Lift, Dunwoody has been instrumental to the success of The Lift Garage.”
This year’s student speaker was Nick Metzler, a graduate from the Construction Management, B.S. degree program, and an entrepreneur who has recently started his own company, NM Construction, a commercial concrete subcontractor. During his remarks, Metzler encouraged his fellow graduates to embrace the opportunities that come their way:
“You see, the students sitting in these chairs, we are heading into industries that many are turning away from. These paths we’re taking are not known to be the flashiest or most lucrative. But what’s unique is that when everyone else shies away, we see opportunity. Opportunity to build careers and lives that we not only enjoy, but take pride in because they aren't the easiest or most glamorous.”
This year’s ceremony was also the first Commencement for President Scott Stallman, who addressed the graduates:
“Tonight, you don’t just walk across a stage. You step into a legacy. You take your place in a powerful line of doers, makers, builders, and leaders. You carry the Dunwoody name forward, and everything you do from this moment on helps write the next chapter in our story.
“We believe in you — because you’ve already proven you have what it takes. You’ve faced the challenges, done the work, and earned the right to be here tonight. You are ready. You are capable. And you are about to do amazing things.”
50-YEAR CLUB LUNCHEON
INDUCTING THE CLASS OF 1975 INTO THE 50 - YEAR CLUB
It might just be one of the best days on campus. Every year, Dunwoody welcomes back alumni for a 50-Year Club Luncheon, an event celebrating all alumni who have reached or passed their 50-year reunion. This year more than 100 alumni returned to Dunwoody to reminisce, reconnect, and revisit the college campus. During the event, the Class of 1975 was inducted into Dunwoody's 50-Year Club. Benito Matias '93, Alumni Association Board President, gave an alumni update; student speaker Pwapedeino Wonosikou '25, spoke about her experience as a student; and President Scott Stallman gave a college update. Following the event, alumni were invited to tour the campus.
STUDENT LEADERSHIP AWARD
PWAPEDEINO WONOSIKOU BACHELOR OF ARCHITECTURE, ‘25
After graduating from High School in Nigeria, Pwapedeino “Deino” Wonosikou moved to Minneapolis to start college. She began her studies at a neighboring community college before transferring to Dunwoody in Fall 2020, where she started her first year online. She completed her Associate of Applied Science in Architectural Drafting & Design in May 2022 and graduated with a Bachelor of Architecture in May.
During her time at Dunwoody, Wonosikou took joy in immersing herself in student organizations like the National Organization of Minority Architecture Students, where she was able to connect with peers from different years and eventually took on leadership positions including Treasurer and President.
Outside Dunwoody, Wonosikou has volunteered with non-profits that introduce K-8 children in North Minneapolis to careers in STEM with educational activities. She is also a co-chair of a mentorship program that facilitates workshops and activities for students and emerging professionals in architecture and interior design.
Looking forward, Wonosikou hopes to build a career in environmental building design where she can be a steward of the earth’s resources and tackle pollution and waste in the built environment. Wonosikou was selected to receive Dunwoody’s Community Service Award and was named the 2025 Student Leadership Award recipient.
GRADUATE Spotlight
ASHLEY SATHER '25 AUTOMATED SYSTEMS & ROBOTICS
Ashley Sather has always known about the robotics field. Her father, Troy, has worked in the field since before she was born.
“Growing up he would always say that he thought I would really enjoy robotics,” Sather said. “But because he was my dad, I would tell him just how wrong he was.”
Fast forward to today and Sather has completed her associates degree in Automated Systems & Robotics and received the 2025 Academic Excellence Award from her department.
“Once I had the opportunity to work beside robots, I realized just how cool they are and really wanted to be the one working with them,” she said.
Sather is a Minnesota transplant. She grew up in Nebraska, and after graduating high school in 2020 went on to pursue a degree in Mechanical Engineering.
“I started at a four-year university straight out of high school and found that all I was learning was theory — with almost no practical examples or experience,” she said.
After two semesters she decided it was not the path for her. She took a few years off to work and travel and was open to a change — both in venue and in what she saw herself studying.
“My sister wanted me to move with her to Minneapolis, so she started researching all of the schools in the area and sent me the list,” she said.
All the schools on this list had robotics programs, and Dunwoody was the one that stood out the most.
“I realized how much I liked to do rather than just theorize or explain,” she said. “If you enjoy hands-on learning then Dunwoody is the place for you. At Dunwoody all of your teachers will know you and you will know all of your teachers.”
“From her first semester Ashley stood out for her dedication to helping others — organizing study groups and regularly staying behind to support classmates,” said E.J. Daigle, Academic Dean. “She comes to class prepared and engaged, striving not just to complete assignments, but to deeply understand the material.”
Sather stepped up in and outside of the classroom, leading her to be invited to support the department as a student worker. Daigle notes that she played a key role in an emergency repair of a robotic button machine — a robot that is used to distribute themed buttons at events throughout the year — during the Minnesota State Fair. This led her to help improve the machine, assisting in the design of a new automated feeder that is now being used.
She also joined the Autonomous Snowplow team as a way to develop the skills she was learning in class, ultimately helping Team Road Salt secure a fourth place finish at the 2025 competition.
“I nearly didn’t join the snowplow team because I don’t know anything about autonomous snowplows. But when I went to the first meeting no one else knew anything about them either,” she said. “I used to give up on things quickly because quitting was better than messing up. While I’ve been at Dunwoody I have made a lot of mistakes but I have learned from all of them.”
A key lesson Sather has taken from her time at Dunwoody: “Don’t let the fear of failure keep you from trying.”
Daigle commended her on her strong work ethic and collaborative spirit, which serves her well in her current role as an Automation Technician at GN Resound.
“They are starting their automation division from the ground up and I am the first technician that they have hired. Because I am the only technician and we are a small team I mostly fill in the gaps for what needs to be done,” she said.
That Sather is both ready and able to step up into this role is no surprise: she’s just doing what she already did at Dunwoody.
$13.5 MILLION IN ANNUAL GIVING
Thank you! More than 1,700 gifts from 750 donors, including alumni, friends, faculty, staff, corporations, community organizations, and foundations were given to Dunwoody College of Technology between July 1, 2023, and June 30, 2024. This Annual Report is produced in recognition and appreciation of all the donors who have supported the College during this past year.
Thanks to the incredible generosity of our donors, Dunwoody College continues to transform lives, create opportunities, and shape future leaders through a world-class technical education. As a private, nonprofit institution, this support is vital to ensuring Dunwoody continues to live up to our mission.
LEG AC Y MAKERS
Steven J. Abel
Donald L. Anderson '50
Earl H. ’60 and Roberta J. Anderson
Darlene and Gayle L. Basford '56
M. James and Nancy R. Bensen
James R. '74 and Diane J. Berg
James W. '73 and Jacqueline M. Bernier
Victoria L. Bleise
David F. Boudreau
Curtis P. '69 and Jenelle H. Brumm
Steven C. '68 and Lynette Bryant
Michael K. '73 and Marcia K. Buck
David M. Buending ‘78
Dora M. and Robert M. Burdick '52
Ruth Busta
Robert W. and Virginia D. L. Carlson
Ron '54 and Darlene A. Cradit
Raymond G. '60 and Jennifer L. Crowder
David and Caitlin Crowley
Sandra F. and Garnett B. Deters '54
David D. '62 and Johanna Dethmers
Carol J. and Alfred R. Einberger, Jr. '78
Morris L. '62 and Kristi Eisert
Joel A. '60 and Mary Ann Elftmann
Larry G. '73 and Janet L. Enerson
Andrew J. Engelhart '98 and Rob Schultz
Helen T. and Donald R. Esala '49
Theodore A. Ferrara '77
Todd J. Ferrara '80
Jack H. Frazier '71
Art '69 and Faye Friedrich
Daniel H. Grider, Sr. '62
Gordon D. '56 and Carol N. Groseth
William L. '66 and Judith K. Gullifer
John T. Hanson
Michael J. '85 and Shelly A. Hanson
Lyman F. '49 and Mary M. Hein
Ronald J. '63 and Karen M. Henningsen
Patrick D. Hessler ‘75
Michael A. Hoops, Sr. '68 and Nancy J. Mancini
Donald E. '65 and Marlys A. Hora
Edward L. Hutz '64
Mary M. and John T. Jensen '66
Gary L. '61 and Carol L. Johnson
Jerald A. Jones '62
David W. '70 and Deborah L. Kalina
Donald F. Karpinski '49
Charles E. and Mary F. Kiester
Denise M. King ‘95
Janna R. King
Kenneth H. '64 and Kathleen M. Konrad
Ronald D. '67 and Nancy Kreinbring
Robert J. '70 and Cindy L. Larsen
Jamie W. '81 and Jane Lerbs
Amy L. and Chell C. Luesse '90
Shaun P. and Karin L. Manning
Frank D. McVay '81
Fred J. '64 and Gale R. Menger '73
Curt D. '75 and Carol Meyer
Paul E. '66 and Marianne Meyer
William A. '63 and Edna I. Miller
Jean Husby Milton
Brian Nelson
Norwood G. '60 and Muriel B. Nelson
Harold G. Nesbett '65
Raymond K. '65 and Nylene J. Newkirk
Andrea L. Newman and Thomas Kroll
Dan and Evie Oberdorfer
Terri L. Oestmann '13
Clancy C. Olson, Jr.
Bob '75 and Mary S. Peck
DeWayne S. '65 and Lois A. Petersen
Gary N. and Barbara J. Petersen
Joann and Donald W. Peterson '47
Kay Phillips and Jill Mortensen
Orlan J. ’66 and Jacquelyn M. Ranstrom
Sheila Rao
Michael J. Rossing '68 and Renita Dellwo
Doris M. and Paul F. Schmidt '57
Becky S. and Robert E. Seemann
Daniel L. '52 and Eleanor C. Smith
Scott and Jennifer Stallman
Frank Starke
Thomas F. ’73 and Carolyn Stertz
James C. '55 and Elizabeth A. Swanson
James A. '74 and Sonja I. Tilbury
Donald B. Urquhart '50
Maurice J. '57 and Virginia A. Wagener
Rich and Valerie B. Wagner
Darlene and Joseph C. Weis '52
Howard D. Wells '71
Marinus V. '62 and Marjorie Westerham
Orlow '51 and Alberta Widvey
William F. '62 and Marion J. Wieseke
Heidi M. and Michael F. Wilson
C. Ben and Donna J. Wright
Alan E. '69 and Luanne F. Wussow
A special thank you to our 2024 event sponsors!
PRESENTING SPONSOR
Mortenson
KATE DUNWOODY SOCIETY
SOCIAL SPONSOR
Morrie's Classic Car Collection
PROGRAM SPONSORS
APi Group
McGough Construction
Ryan Companies US
Sears Imported Autos
KATE DUNWOODY
CHAMPION SPONSORS
Cuningham Group
Grazzini Brothers & Company
Julie Owen
PAR Systems
TABLE SPONSORS
Adolfson & Peterson Construction
Alliiance
Collins Electrical
GF (formerly Uponor)
Greiner Construction
Horwitz
Kraus-Anderson
LHB, Inc
Michele Krolczyk Business Consulting
Mint Roofing
Plymold
RSP Architects Ltd.
Standard Heating & Air Conditioning
Veit USA
Walser Automotive Foundation
TOURNAMENT SPONSORS
Mortenson
ProMach, Inc.
HOLE-IN-ONE SPONSOR
Dodge of Burnsville
BIRDIE SPONSORS
ArchKey Solutions / Parsons Electric Company
Egan Company
LeJeune Steel Company
Mulcahy Nickolaus LLC
Shaw/Stewart Lumber Company
Swanson & Youngdale
THE DUNWOODY FUND | Support the College across all programs and departments. Gifts are directed to student scholarships, faculty, curriculum, materials, and technology.
PLANNED GIVING | Consider Dunwoody in your estate planning. There are many ways a gift to Dunwoody can help align your charitable giving with your overall financial and estate plans.
ENDOWMENTS | An endowment gift is a gift to an established fund that is permanently invested. When you make an endowment gift, you create a steady stream of annual income to support our good work.
NAMING OPPORTUNITIES | Named gifts provide Dunwoody with opportunities to recognize exceptional contributions with naming rights. These include scholarships, endowed faculty positions, academic departments, or facilities. Named gifts are often given in honor or memory of a friend or family member.
1,205
$1,963,392 In
STATEMENT OF ACTIVITIES
Year Ended June 30, FY 2024, Audited
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION
30, 2024
ALUMNI ASSOCIATION BOARD LEADERSHIP
Benito Matias, '93 Engineering, Drafting & Design Alumni Association Board President Vice President Ascension Catholic School
ADMINISTRATION
Scott Stallman, Ph.D. President
Mark Anderson, Chief Technology Officer
Trevor Bullen
Academic Dean
E.J. Daigle, Ed.D. Academic Dean
Patricia Edman Vice President Human Resources
Katie Malone Chief of Staff Executive Director of Facilities
Brian Nelson Vice President Institutional Advancement
Cindy Olson Vice President
Enrollment Management
Bridget Reynolds Dean of Instruction
Kelli Sattler
Dean of Student Affairs
Lisa Smith
Dean of Strategic Analytics, Math and Sciences
Jeff Wilhelmi Chief Financial Officer
BOARD OF TRUSTEES WHO COMPLETED TERMS IN 2024
Cynthia Wagener Robin Dunwoody Board Secretary Vice President of Operations
Morrie’s Classic Cars
Laura K. Graf
Chief Legal Officer
Ryan Companies US, Inc.
Gregg E. Stedronsky
Retired, Vice President of Engineering, Global Safety and Environment General Mills
DUNWOODY LEADERSHIP | JUNE 2024
BOARD
OF TRUSTEES
Kimberly A. Randolph
Dunwoody Board Chair Senior Vice President, Engineering & Construction JERA Americas
Julie A. Owen Dunwoody Board Vice Chair and Secretary Chief Operating Officer Innovative Office Solutions
Theodore J. Christianson
Dunwoody Board Treasurer Managing Director
Piper Sandler Merchant Banking
Jerry Anderson
Retired Senior Vice President U.S. Bank Private Wealth Management
Barbara Balinski
Senior Vice President, Technology & Innovation Tennant Company
Robert Bodor Business Consultant
Hutchins B. Coburn
President
Secondary and Pharma Packaging Groups
Nancy M. Dahl Chief Executive Officer IQ Strategic Partners
Derek L. Clarkin ‘05 Architectural Drafting & Estimating President Prime General Contractors
James D. Engelsma Vice President Kraus-Anderson Financial Services Group, Inc.
Claire M. Ferrara '11 Heating Cooling Systems Design
President & Majority Owner
Standard Heating & Air Conditioning
Andrew Hecker
Chief Executive Officer Concept Machine
Katherine Holman
Vice President
Supply Chain, Meals & Baking
General Mills
Karen A. Isaacson
Vice President, North American Distribution - Operations Emerson Automation Solutions
Thomas M. Kieffer
Velma J. Korbel Vice President and Chief DEI Officer APi Group
David M. Lyman
Principal Lyman Executive Search
William J. Mateikis Partner
Odgers Berndtson
Bonnie Speer McGrath Chair TIGER 21 Minneapolis
Dale A. Nordquist ‘74 Industrial Electronics Board Chair Granite Partners
Jon L. Reissner President Activar, Inc.
Jeffrey S. Schipper '00 Machine Tool Technology '01 Engineering, Drafting, & Design President Newman
Hillery S. Shay Vice President Marketing and Communications Children's Minnesota
Mark G. Sherry ‘87 Architectural Drafting & Estimating Technology Executive Vice President M.A. Mortenson Company President Mortenson Development, Inc.
Steven A. Sonnenberg Former Chairman Emerson Automation Solutions
Scott Stallman, Ph.D. President Dunwoody College of Technology
Maureen A. Tholen Vice President, Sustainability, Safety, & Industrial Group Business 3M
HONORARY TRUSTEES
Clifford I. Anderson
Former President Crown Holdings, Inc.
Robert W. Carlson, Jr. Former Chairman of the Board Quadion Corporation
David P. Crosby
Managing Director, Investment Banking Piper Jaffray & Company
Joel A. Elftmann ‘60 Machine Tool Technology Former Chairman of the Board FSI International
Bruce W. Engelsma Chairman Kraus-Anderson Companies
Theodore A. Ferrara '77 Refrigeration
Standard Heating and Air Conditioning
James R. Fox President Metro Manufacturing, Inc.
Charles E. Kiester
Former Vice President 3M
Cornell L. Moore Of Counsel Dorsey & Whitney, LLP
Raymond K. Newkirk ‘65 Machine Tool Technology Owner
Custom Mold & Design Teamvantage, Inc.
Gary N. Petersen Retired President/ Executive Vice President/ Chief Operating Officer Minnegasco
Donald E. Ryks
Former Vice President General Mills
Maurice J. Wagener ’57 Automotive Service Technology
Morrie’s Classic Cars
PRESIDENTS EMERITUS
Frank Starke
Rich Wagner, Ph.D.
C. Ben Wright, Ph.D.
Alumni & Friends Calendar of Events 2025/26
AUGUST
MONDAY, AUGUST 11
Alumni & Friends Golf Tournament
Registration & Boxed Lunch | 11 a.m. Shot Gun Start | 12:30 p.m. Edinburgh Golf Course Brooklyn Park, MN dunwoody.edu/golf
TUESDAY, AUGUST 26
Dunwoody Alumni Day at the Minnesota State Fair Education Building | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Minnesota State Fairgrounds Falcon Heights, MN
SEPTEMBER
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 4
Alumni & Friends Group Outing at the Minnesota Twins Game First Pitch | 6:40 p.m.
NOVEMBER
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19
Kate Dunwoody Society Luncheon Metropolitan Ballroom and Clubroom | 12 p.m.
JANUARY
JANUARY 26–30
Alumni & Friends Regional Events in Florida Events, Dates, and Times | TBD
FEBRUARY
FEBRUARY 16–20
Alumni & Friends Regional Events in Arizona Events, Dates, and Times | TBD
Students in the Electrical Engineering program designed, built, and programmed an interactive hawk's head for Swoop, Dunwoody's mascot, for their senior capstone project.