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College Leadership

Anoka Technical College leadership team welcomes you and brings out the values and commitment to a quality education.

To learn more about the history of the college click HERE. 

Kent Hanson, President 

Credentials:

Doctorate in Educational Leadership
Masters in Human Resource Administration
Bachelors in Psychology



Dimitria Harding, Interim Vice President for Academics and Student Affairs 

Credentials: 

Ed.D, CT(ASCP), CCMA, CMAA, CBCS, CEHRS

Degrees:

Doctorate of Education in Organizational Leadership
Masters of Science in Community Health
Bachelors of Science in Health Sciences

     Certifications:

CT(ASCP)-Certified Cytotechnologist
CCMA—Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
CMAA—Certified Medical Administrative Assistant
CBCS—Certified Billing and Coding Specialist
CEHRS—Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist

    Diplomas:

Dental Assisting
Pharmacy Technician
Medical Billing and Coding

Brandyn Woodard, Vice President of Equity and Inclusion

Credentials: 

Bachelor’s Degree in Spanish from Carnegie Mellon University
Master’s Degree in Human Resources Development from Webster University
Certified Diversity Professional
Doctoral Student at New York University

Tara Martinez, Interim Dean of Community Partnerships and Student Success  

Credentials:

Master of Science in Student Affairs in Higher Education from Colorado State University
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration-Marketing, Valparaiso University

Dawn Easley, Dean of Academic Affairs 

Credentials:

Doctoral Canidate - ABD 2021, St. Cloud State University. Higher Education Administration, Anticipated Graduation Date: Spring 2024.
Master of Arts - 2005, University of Pheonix, Online. Education: Early Childhood.
Bachelor of Science - 2001, Minnesota State University. Major: Family Life/Child Development, Minors: Early Childhood Education and Parent Education

Jay Nelson, Senior Human Resources Officer 

Credentials:

MA in Human Resources Management 
SHRM-SCP (SHRM Senior Certified Professional)

 

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Starting at Anoka Tech as a Post Secondary Enrollment Option student, William Thompson '23 was drawn to the college for its affordability and flexible options. As he worked through his certificate program, he came to find added benefits in the form of career-focused training and a supportive community at the college. "The Architectural Technology program was offered 100% online so I was also able to work full time," he says. "Everyone that I was in contact with was devoted to student success." Learn more about degree, diploma and certificate options in Anoka Tech's Architectural Technology program at an information session Wednesday, May 17 at noon. Visit our website to learn more.