Bear Trails

Clint's Story: 'I did all of this with a two-year degree'
From tinkering under the hood in rural Iowa to building Shade Tree Auto, a thriving local business named after his humble beginning, Clint Dudley shares how DMACC inspired his unexpected career path and passion for mentoring others.

Anna’s Story: Building a Blueprint for the Future
DMACC student Anna Crouse shares how the Architectural Technology program became the perfect launching pad for her career goals. From modeling real buildings to landing a job in the industry before graduation, Anna’s story is all about building...

Amanda's Story: A Voice for Agriculture and Leadership
rom muddy boots to leadership roles, Amanda Ostrem’s journey from a family pork farm to DMACC’s Agribusiness Program, and eventually the Iowa Pork Queen title, is rooted in passion, storytelling, and a drive to bridge the gap between farmers...

Grace's Story: Trailblazing in Industrial Technology
Grace Oviatt didn’t plan to attend DMACC—but it ended up launching her career in engineering sales.