RANDY HERRMANN, University of Manitoba

What over 30 years of experience has taught us about Indigenous learners in the STEM educational system.

Public event. All are welcome.

Randy Herrmann is the Director of the Engineering Access Program at the University of Manitoba.  Herrmann applied the skills he learned in university at a consulting engineering firm, but was soon working as the Technical Services Advisor for the Ogemawahj Tribal Council. He later became a Project Manager for the Rama First Nation, where he directed the construction of many community buildings including the arena/recreational complex, seniors’ complex, school, strip mall and new Band Council office. What struck him most from his work with First Nations communities and within the field of engineering is the lack of Aboriginal engineers. His desire to help change the situation and make it easier for Aboriginal students to pursue post-secondary professional science degrees led him back to the University of Manitoba and his position of Director of ACCESS programs.

Myhal Centre for Engineering Innovation & Entrepreneurship, Room 360 (3rd Floor)