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Hennepin Tech graduate Lizzy Wittrock completed the Fire Protection program and she’s ready to enter the career field. On graduation day, she discussed the issues concerning entering a male-dominated field.

Dental Assistant Isabella Engstrom is celebrating graduation day and giving advice to future students.

Recently alumnus Reed Greenwood returned to campus to recruit students to work for an auto dealership. We asked him what advice he has for new auto techs.

A recent graduate from Hennepin Technical College (Hennepin Tech), Lecas Yang, earned a $3,000 scholarship to continue his cybersecurity education.

Hennepin Tech is thanking students, faculty, staff and the community for participating in the celebrations for the college’s 50th anniversary.

A Hennepin Tech student was selected for Cisco Live Dream Team.

An alumnus of Hennepin Tech’s Fluid Power program share his thoughts on his career path into auto body collision.

On YouTube and Instagram, nursing student Mickey Sorensen describes her life dealing with a rare debilitating disorder.

Hennepin Tech is now enrolling students for fall semester in the Automation Robotics Engineering program on the Brooklyn Park campus.

A graduate of the robotics program describes how he received multiple job offers during a career fair on campus while he was a student.

Can a student who is doing poorly in high school walk into a college and earn straight A’s? Joyce Schaffer says that it is possible and her son is proof of it thanks to PSEO.

The Hennepin Tech Plant Sale takes place May 11, 12, and 13 from 9am-8pm on the Brooklyn Park campus.

Hennepin Tech welcomes visitors to the Brooklyn Park campus for the Open House and Registration Event on Thursday, April 27, from 3:30 pm to 6:30 pm.

The 2023 Plant Sale is special because it is an opportunity to reflect on the history of the event. That's because Hennepin Tech is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year.

Graduate Kevin Milligan studied Fluid Power and now works as an application engineer. He describes his work and the benefits of the Career Fair at the college.

Hennepin Tech ranks among the Top 100 in the nation for conferring associate degrees to students of color in engineering technologies and related fields.

Hennepin Tech team earns second place at a statewide cyber defense competition.

Hennepin Tech is pleased to welcome Pamela Russell Warder, the new Executive Director of the Hennepin Technical College Foundation.

The Board of Trustees of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities has named Joy Bodin to serve as president of Hennepin Technical College.

The Dental Assistant classroom, learning lab and clinic are now renovated thanks to a grant from Delta Dental of Minnesota Foundation.

Walid Ali and his brother are both enrolled in the Automation Engineering Robotics program at Hennepin Tech. Walid describes life as a student and his plans to work in aviation.

An HVAC student, Scott Peterson, described his four years of service in the U.S. Navy and the transition to his new career and college life.

A student describes a mentorship program, “Be Bold Break the Mold” which supports female students who are entering non-traditional careers.

Students, faculty, staff, and alumni are asked to suggest items for a Time Capsule that is being created in recognition of the milestone.

Hennepin Tech student Sam Agboare is a food entrepreneur and content creator. He has 600,000 followers on TikTok.

Hennepin Tech updated its video-based training technology for students pursuing careers as police officers.

Audio student describes pursuing a second career in mid-life.

Las Vegas police recruit peace officer students at Hennepin Tech.

For student Hans Sarkinen, his family members had a major influence on which college he selected. He is the fourth member of his family at Hennepin Tech.

Hennepin Tech is celebrating its 50th anniversary. Here is a review of activities that have already taken place.

Apply to Hennepin Tech for FREE in October during Minnesota State Month. All colleges and universities are waiving application fees.

Hennepin Tech and Minnesota State have partnered with United Way 211 to establish a statewide basic needs resource hub.

Two former Hennepin Tech presidents attended a luncheon event to celebrate Hennepin Tech's 50th Anniversary and they shared their memories of their years of leadership.

Hennepin Tech is offering a new Peace Officer and Public Safety associate degree.

Hennepin Tech ranks among the best two-year colleges in the nation, according to WalletHub.

A graduate from Hennepin Tech celebrated an impressive second-place finish in a national furniture-making contest.

The city of Eden Prairie and the city of Brooklyn Park proclaimed September 1st as “Hennepin Technical College Day” in honor of the college's 50th anniversary.

Students in ICATT apprenticeships participated in Signing Day on the Eden Prairie campus.

Hennepin Tech nursing students are using new, interactive training devices.

Hennepin Tech's HVAC program has earned accreditation from HVAC Excellence, an industry organization.

In the Audio Production program, many students prepare to enter the music industry when they graduate. Recent grad Michael Mantini is pursuing that path.

Congratulations to the Hennepin Technical College (Hennepin Tech) students who earned gold, silver, and bronze medals at SkillsUSA, a national competition for career and technical students.

Centerpoint Energy is providing Hennepin Tech with a grant for new equipment that will enhance student learning labs in the HVAC program.

Nicole Harper, a Marine vet, completed the Dental Assistant program.

Class of 2022 was interviewed on graduation day. Grad Cameron John battled health problem and temporary vision impairment while completing Independent Study degree. After eight years, he accepted his diploma.

Graduates were interviewed at the commencement ceremony in the spring of 2022. Leslie Orobosa, who earned academic honors, described the team spirit in Hennepin Tech's nursing program and her career plans.

Interested in owning a food truck or culinary small business? Learn about the new Culinary Entrepreneur program. Your homework assignments will include creating elevated “street eats.”

Joy Bodin has been named to serve as interim president of Hennepin Technical College, effective June 1, 2022.

Student Steven Stolberg was competing to earn a scholarship and wrote an emotional and detailed essay.

Dental Assistant graduate, Ali Gleason, has been selected as the student speaker for the 2022 Commencement.

Hennepin Technical College student Waldo Callo Tapia earned a scholarship and discusses his education and career choice.

Hennepin Technical College (HTC) students had an outstanding performance at the 2022 SkillsUSA Minnesota State Leadership and Skills Conference.

A student in the Fluid Power program, Nolan Pust, described what a scholarship means to him.

It’s a rewarding career to troubleshoot and repair boats, ATVs, motorcycles, and more. A student describes his path into Marine Motorsport.

A student searched for a second career and decided to embrace a love of baking pies. She enrolled in the Baking and Pastry Entrepreneur program.

For graduate Zara Wirkus, her experience in the Landscape, Horticulture, Greenhouse and Urban Forestry program at Hennepin Technical College helped her prepare for a career as a landscape designer and a dream job. Read all about her experiences in this interview.

Hennepin Technical College is welcoming back customers to shop inside its greenhouses for the annual plant sale.

The American Association of Community Colleges is honoring Jeff Peterson with the Dale P. Parnell Faculty Distinction Recognition.

HTC graduate Hou Pha describes how she juggled family, college, and work.

Courtney Eurich wanted to start a career that would help her support her daughter and entered an urban forestry career.

HTC participated in a statewide effort to alleviate critical staffing shortages in healthcare by offering free training for certified nursing assistants.

A students left a four-year college and found out that HTC provided her with exceptional career and leadership opportunities.

Cassy Jensen is a trailblazer. In 2021, she earned an associate degree in the HVAC program. Faculty believe that Jensen is the first woman of color to graduate from HVAC at the college.

HTC ranks 24th in the nation for conferring associate degrees to students of color in engineering technologies and related fields.

The Minnesota Association for Career and Technical Administrators honored Linda Paquette, HTC faculty member.

HTC received a donation of a 2017 Peterbilt truck for use in its Medium Heavy Truck Technology program.

An Information Technology student has been awarded the Mark Welter World Citizen Award.

Tyler Herbuck is a former U.S. Marine who is now a student at HTC.

A military veteran and HTC students shares his reflections and advice for other veterans.

Hennepin Technical College (HTC) is hosting a COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic for our students, faculty, staff and community at both the Eden Prairie and Brooklyn Park campuses.

HTC are in ICATT, the Industry Consortium for Advanced Technical Training apprenticeship program. It provides a full scholarship and an “earn while you learn” model.

Hennepin Technical College (HTC) is launching a new Music Business and Entrepreneurship associate of applied science degree, beginning spring semester of 2022.

Hockey mom finds new passion for cybersecurity

HTC is celebrating Minnesota State Week. Free application in October.

A new grant will help make childcare more affordable for HTC students who are parents of young children.

Two virtual events describe the harmful history of housing discrimination in Minneapolis.

President Irving describes how HTC is enhancing efforts to use data to better support the academic success of students of color.

Free COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic

HTC is helping students who suffered financial hardships during COVID by using federal funds to pay off tuition debt.

This summer, people are returning to theatres to enjoy movies – just in time to see a film with a connection to Hennepin Technical College (HTC).

Hennepin Technical College (HTC) is one of hundreds of higher education institutions in the U.S. that has pledged a commitment to the COVID-19 College Vaccine Challenge organized by the White House and Department of Education.

Dmitry Katkov earned a gold medal at SkillsUSA

More in-person classes return for fall.

Entrepreneur and alliantgroup CEO, Dhaval Jadav, donated $100,000 for its scholarships.

CompTIA, the nonprofit association for the information technology (IT) industry and workforce, has created a new council to help accelerate career pathways in information technology.

Kian Howard graduated from college nearly one month prior to graduating from high school. He accomplished this feat because he attended Hennepin Technical College (HTC) while he was also a student at Wayzata High School.

A few weeks prior to his college graduation, Derik Sorenson was busy interviewing for jobs. During one Zoom interview, there were eight people on the video conference call and each person took turns asking him questions.

A student earns high school credits and HTC credits for welding classes.

For the 2021 Hennepin Technical College Virtual Commencement ceremony, the student speaker is Grace Bichanga Larson, a licensed practical nursing student. During her remarks, Grace offers words of encouragement and a reminder about the remarkable and tragic year the graduating class survived to reach this milestone.

Brooklyn Park, May 6, 2021 – U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) is congratulating Hennepin Technical College graduates.

As a single, working mom with four young children, Anai Arteaga is accustomed to pulling off a superhero juggling act on a daily basis. Yet, nothing could have prepared her for the avalanche of hardships that came her way over the past year.

Should you earn a two-year degree or a four-year college degree? The answer depends on many factors including your budget and career goals.

Hennepin Technical College (HTC) is launching a new Baking and Pastry Entrepreneur degree and certificates beginning fall semester 2021. The college is the only institution of higher learning in Minnesota State to offer an associate degree in this field.

The annual Plant Sale at Hennepin Technical College (HTC) is taking place with online ordering and curbside pickup and payment.

The Academy of Country Music (ACM) has nominated Gena Johnson for Audio Engineer of the Year. She is the first woman ever to receive an ACM nomination in that category. Johnson is a 2012 graduate of Hennepin Technical College (HTC) in the audio recording program.

The American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) is honoring Susan Thaemert with the Dale P. Parnell Faculty Distinction Recognition.

Hennepin Technical College (HTC) is one of the best colleges in the nation for students who want to earn a high salary after graduation, according to the 2021 Best Colleges list from GradReports.

Vibrant self-portraits, innovative photography, and dramatic audio – those are some of the creative works you will experience when you visit a new online art gallery titled, “Streaming Identity.”

Hennepin Technical College (HTC) is among the best colleges in the nation for granting associate degrees to students of color, according to newly-released rankings in Diverse Issues in Higher Education.

Vibrant self-portraits, innovative photography, and dramatic audio – those are some of the creative works you will experience when you visit a new online art gallery titled, “Streaming Identity.”