Andrew Haugen, recent Developmental Disabilities (DD) graduate of the Special Education Programs in the Department of Educational Psychology, was selected as 1 of 5 special education teachers statewide to represent Minnesota in Special Education Teacher Recruitment Week. The recruitment process for this nomination involves a submission to Minnesota’s Department of Education that identifies a special education teacher who is effective and articulate about his or her work.

Haugen was nominated by Deb Wall, Director of Special Education in Minnesota, in recognition of his skill in developing curriculum, managing paraprofessionals in an inclusive and collaborative manner, communicating with parents, and facilitating professional development. The Special Education Programs and Department of Educational Psychology are excited about his nomination and proud of Haugen’s accomplishments.