HTC Instructor Honored for Work with SkillsUSA

Brooklyn Park, June 6, 2020 –

Congratulations to Duane Rasmussen, HTC instructor.

SkillsUSA named Duane the 2020 Post-Secondary Advisor of the Year. SkillsUSA leaders say that Duane earned this award because he has inspired students, went above-and-beyond to make a difference in the lives of students. Duane has served as the HTC advisor to SkillsUSA, a national organization that ensures America has a skilled work force. He is soon retiring as a Medium-Heavy Truck instructor at HTC and we’ll miss him as a champion for SkillsUSA as well.

About Hennepin Technical College

Founded in 1972, Hennepin Technical College (HTC) is the largest stand-alone technical college in Minnesota. With campuses in Brooklyn Park and Eden Prairie, the college has a diverse student population and offers degree and non-degree courses in over 45 programs. Achieving a 99% job placement rate, HTC prepares students for in-demand and high-paying employment opportunities. HTC is a member of Minnesota State, which includes 30 colleges and seven state universities.