Featured Alumni - College Magazine


Spring 2009 Issue Featured Alumni

Patty George
Patty George - Cosmetology
After years of working for others, Saint Paul College Cosmetology program graduate Patty George is happy to have an award-winning salon of her own. (more...)
Tim Tjosvold
Tim Tjosvold - Geomatics (Land Surveying) and Mapping Sciences
How did Tim Tjosvold find a rewarding new career? By stepping out of his comfort zone and into Saint Paul College's Geomatics program. (more...)
Brian John Barthel
Brian John Barthel - Machine Tool Technology
It wasn't quite what Brian John Barthel initially had in mind, but Saint Paul College helped him craft a unique and rewarding career path. (more...)

Fall 2008 Issue Featured Alumni

DanWittek
Dan Wittek - Auto Body Repair
At Saint Paul College, Dan Wittek turned a lifeflong love of cars into a career. (more...)
Martha Yiglletu
Martha Yiglletu - Medical Laboratory Technician
Martha Yiglletu found her true calling in medical lab technology and is advancing her education and career. (more...)
Ahmad Ansari
Ahmad Ansari - Liberal Arts and Sciences
Saint Paul College helped Ahmad Ansari move from the front lines to the front of the class. (more...)
Shiqin Chen
Shiqin Chen - International Trade and Machine Tool Technology
A pair of degrees have helped Shiqin Chen carve out a career in international business. (more...)

Spring 2008 Issue Featured Alumni

Tim Mahoney
Tim Mahoney - Pipefitting
Minnesota State Representative (and Saint Paul College graduate) Tim Mahoney says his pipefitting background makes him a common-sense legislator advocating for those who often are not heard.(more...)

Fall 2007 Issue Featured Alumni

Anita Mefford
Anita Mefford - Painting and Decorating
Anita Mefford says she's living proof that a formal education can pay big dividends. (more...)
Darcia Nunes-Rand
Darcia Nunes-Rand - Culinary Arts
Darcia Nunes-Rand's culinary skills have earned her awards, helped her travel the globe, and find a satisfying career. And she's only getting started. (more...)
Lori Markie
Lori Markie - Child Development and Photography
After years of struggles, Lori Markie has learned to take adversity in stride — and found several new passions, thanks in part to Saint Paul College. (more...)
Kristin Beniek
Kristin Beniek - American Sign Language and Sign Language Interpreter
Kristin Beniek took a roundabout path to a career that was right for her. Saint Paul College helped her take the final step. (more...)

Summer 2007 Issue Featured Alumni

Amanda Clark
Amanda Clark - Associate in Arts
Amanda Clark went to Saint Paul College to pursue one passion and unexpectedly discovered another one. (more...)
Getachew Wakjira
Getachew Wakjira - Accounting
Saint Paul College has helped reignite the joy of learning for Getachew Wakjira. (more...)
Jennifer Thomas holding framed photo of her husband, Chris Thomas
Jennifer Thomas - Culinary Arts
Chris Thomas - Accounting
Chris and Jennifer Thomas haven't let some unique challenges get in the way of their educational goals. (more...)
Kristi Davis
Kristi Davis - Liberal Arts-Biology
Kristi Davis found her first career by following her heart. She found her second by imaging her heart. (more...)

Spring 2007 Issue Featured Alumni

Wossen Tsegaw
Wossen Tsegaw - Practical Nursing
As a young man, Wossen Tsegaw walked away — literally — from a life of violence. He's now found peace and opportunity in the health care field. (more...)
Jon Frost
Jon Frost - Cabinetmaking
Saint Paul College helped cabinetmaker Jon Frost find a creative pursuit and build a thriving career. He hasn't forgotten. (more...)

Fall 2006 Issue Featured Alumni

Jean Bauer
Jean Bauer - Medical Lab Technology
A Saint Paul College program launched Jean Bauer into a medical career — and landed her a spot on the College's Wall of Fame. (more...)
Sarah Hong
Sarah Hong - Watchmaking
Saint Paul College helped Sarah Hong make a quick transition to the lucrative world of watchmaking. (more...)
Harry Melander
Harry Melander - Carpentry
Hard work, flexibility, and a healthy dose of humility have helped Harry Melander carve out an influential career in the Twin Cities area building trades. (more...)
Sharon Castle
Sharon Castle - Accounting
After more than a decade away, Sharon Castle has returned to the workforce — with some help from Saint Paul College. (more...)
Patrick Blanda
Patrick Blanda - Electronic Technology
Specialized knowledge and a solid Saint Paul education helped Patrick Blanda land a coveted position with the FAA. (more...)

Spring 2006 Issue Featured Alumni


Todd Bridigum
Todd Bridigum - Welding
Todd Bridigum has mastered the art and science of welding. (more...)
Kelly Doody Olson
Kelly Doody Olson - Human Resources
In a little more than 10 years, Kelly Doody Olson has accomplished more in the HR field than some people do in a lifetime. (more...)
Fannie Livaditis
Fannie Livaditis - Massage Therapy
Saint Paul College graduate Fannie Livaditis has her hands full with a new career in therapeutic massage. (more...)
Jennifer Cook
Jennifer Cook - Health Unit Coordinator
A chance encounter helped push Jennifer Cook down a new career path. Saint Paul College helped her take the next step. (more...)
Bruce Turek
Bruce Turek - Computer Programming
Bruce Turek has parlayed his Saint Paul College education into a rewarding IT career. (more...)

Fall 2005 Issue Featured Alumni

Brian Pearson
Brian Pearson - Sheet Metal
Hands-on training and daily variety keep tradesman-turned-business owner Brian Pearson on his toes.(more...)
Laura Castro
Laura Castro - Culinary Arts
Laura Castro's job is to get you to give in to sweet temptation. (more...)
Mark Goodlander
Mark Goodlander - Computer Programming
For Mark Goodlander, a little attitude and a lot of support have made all the difference for his career in computer programming. (more...)
Steve Tufenk
Steve Tufenk - Pipefitting
Saint Paul College honors Steven Tufenk for a long career of service. (more...)
Renee Schaefer
Renee Schaefer - Network Engineering
After years of doldrums, IT industry careers are heating up again. Is now the time to get in on the action? (more...)

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