Debi Nowak is the program advisor for the one-year Office Assistant diploma and the two-year Administrative Assistant AAS degree. She also teaches a number of general education Introduction to Computer and Computer Essentials classes for students in a variety of programs. Instructional areas include: Microsoft Office applications, computer literacy, keyboarding, office procedures, 10-key calculation, document formatting and production, filing, phone technique and etiquette, customer service, interpersonal communication skills, and business etiquette. Debi also assists adjunct staff with curriculum and development, curriculum libraries, and training.
During her employment with Southeast Tech, Debi has served in a variety of capacities. Under the Tech Prep program, she worked with area high school teachers, counselors, and principals providing training opportunities in career development, applied academics and articulation. She also served as Admissions Specialist assisting with recruitment activities, advising and registering students.
Debi was named Outstanding Graduate Student in Curriculum and Instruction from SDSU College of Education and Human Sciences, Department of Teaching, Learning, and Leadership. She holds a South Dakota Post-Secondary Instructor Credential.
Debi serves on the Southeast Tech In-Service Committee, Wellness Committee, and is a member of the Business Division Advisory Board. She also serves as a peer mentor for new instructors.
Prior to her employment at Southeast Tech, Debi worked as a database aide, computer programmer, microcomputer support specialist, and corporate trainer. She has a strong working knowledge in Microsoft Office applications, curriculum development, and instruction.
Debi works hard to keep up with current technology to ensure that her students are the best possible candidates when they enter the workplace.Outside of work, Debi enjoys family activities such as camping, water skiing, biking, walking and many more out door activities.
Education: MEd, South Dakota State University; BS, Black Hills State University; AA, Northern State University
