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Normandale hosts Japanese Garden 50th Anniversary Event on September 19

Normandale Community College will host an event celebrating the Japanese Garden’s 50th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, September 19 from...

Alumni Story - How Vishwas Found Purpose at Normandale

When Vishwas moved from India to Minnesota nearly three years ago his life was full of transition, but used that time he chose to used that time to...

William Leitzman embraces his career change to Nursing through Normandale

William Leitzman's career change to nursing led him to Normandale, and after graduating and getting a job in the field in June he is excited...

Finding Community Through Art - Victoria and her Normandale Journey

Through her experiences at Normandale, Victoria found confidence and her creative voice while pursuing her passion for storytelling and art.

Daisy Rios-Lopez Bloom in Bloomington 2026 Marketing Internship experience with Normandale

Daisy Rios-Lopez shares the experiences she had with a Bloom and Bloomington 2026 Summer Marketing Internship at Normandale Community College

A Lifetime of Art, Community, and Connection

For more than 25 years, Piia Huson has been a steady, welcoming presence in Normandale’s Art Department supporting the Art Department’s...

Finding Community and Confidence - The Normandale Journey of Alexis Singh

Alexis Singh's journey at Normandale is a testament to the power of early college experiences, not only in accelerating academic progress, but...

Deb Merrigan - From Normandale student to Dental Hygienist Instructor

Dental Hygiene instructor Deb Merrigan reflects back on her time as a Normandale student and recognizes that the quality education she received...

Interview with Normandale Alumnus Oscar Ayala Hernandes

Interview with Normandale Alumnus Oscar Ayala Hernandes

Finding Purpose at Any Age - A Normandale Alumna Journey into Community Health

At 40, many people feel settled into their routines. For Normandale alumna, Jacquelynne Sutton, that milestone became the beginning of something new.

Normandale Community College Commencement celebrates 2026 Graduating Class

Normandale Community College celebrated the achievements of the 2026 graduating class at its annual Commencement Ceremony on May 18 at Orchestra Hall.

Francisco Ramirez - From Healthcare Advocate to Community Leader

When alumni Francisco Ramirez first began working at Fairview Health Services in 2013, his passion for serving diverse communities was already clear.

Ron Lievense - From Courtside to Championship Coach. A Life Shaped by Normandale.

Growing up in Bloomington, Ron Lievense Jr. didn’t just visit campus, he lived it. As the son of a coach, his childhood was spent in...

Laura Beeth - A Lifelong Learner Committed to Healthcare and Workforce Development

Laura Beeth’s passion for healthcare began at an early age. Her motivation was never just an interest in medicine, it was making a...

Cyrus Batheja - A Leader for Equity in Healthcare

Dr. Cyrus Batheja’s first lessons in healthcare didn’t come from a classroom, they came from his mother, fighting to keep their family...

Filip Vukasin - From Student to Entrepreneur

For Normandale alumnus Filip Vukasin, success didn’t happen by chance. It was built through persistence, purpose, and the willingness to...

Lali Williams - Rooted in Resilience

Lali’s journey is a testament to the power of perseverance. Through loss, change, and immense responsibility, she never let go of her passion.

Early Start, Big Heart

With empathy as her guide and support behind her, Halle is well on her way to becoming the kind of nurse every patient hopes to meet.

From Student to Counselor - The Full Circle Journey of Shannon Schenck

Shannon Schenck grew up around and attended Normandale, and now she plays an important role at the college as a counselor who helps students thrive...

TRIO Success Story - Alex Elbaz

If you have walked into Normandale Community College’s front entrance the past two years, odds are you have talked to or seen Alex Elbaz at...

Sirtify® resources provide a path to classroom for Devon Dobyne

Devon Dobyne has known for a long time that he wanted to pursue a teaching career, but he was trying to figure out the best opportunity from a...

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