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    Lecturer Spotlight: Amy Marina Yeats

    Meet Amy Marina Yeats, an award-winning hairdressing lecturer specialising in bridal hair. Amy’s creative skills go beyond the classroom; outside of college, she travels across the UK styling for weddings, photoshoots, and theatre productions.

    02 March 2026
    02 March 2026
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    Lecturer Spotlight: John Hayes

    Meet John Hayes, D&A College Social Sciences Lecturer. With a passion for Scotland’s History and Heritage, John not only serves as lecturer in History and Political Studies during the day, but he also hosts captivating lectures on Scottish History, and Literature by night!

    01 July 2025
    01 July 2025
  • Rafal standing in front of staircase and wall with hands and hearts

    Staff Spotlight: Rafal Antos

    Meet Student Services' Accommodation and Childcare Officer, Rafal. Passionate about helping students and lifelong learning, he values practical experience, unexpected opportunities, and the joy of the journey - on the road and in life.

    01 May 2025
    01 May 2025
  • Dawn Barden caretaker standing smiling at camera

    Staff Spotlight: Dawn Barden

    Meet Kingsway Campus Lead Caretaker Dawn Barden. From catering and cleaning, to caretaking, Dawn's been vital in supporting behind the scenes at Dundee and Angus College for several years. But she's not just a jack-of-all trades at work, she has some serious skills outside of college too!

    26 March 2025
    26 March 2025
  • Pete standing in ICT storage room

    Staff Spotlight: Peter Sorley

    Meet Senior IT Service Desk Technician Pete Sorley. Pete took a leap as a mature student and pursued an HND in Computer Networking at Dundee and Angus College. He's never looked back and is now a key part of our IT team.

    26 February 2025
    26 February 2025
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    Staff Spotlight: Kat Simpson

    Meet Academic Partnerships Officer Kat Simpson. With over two decades of experience at Dundee and Angus College, Kat's played an important role in our college community for years. She's currently using her positive energy and determination to inspire school pupils through our Senior Phase programme.

    22 January 2025
    22 January 2025
  • The final piece created by Ian Ritchie, Madeline Smith

    Behind the Canvas, Discover Ian Ritchie’s Creative Journey

    We are proud to announce that Ian Ritchie, one of our talented Art & Design lecturers, is currently featured in the Process, Process, Process exhibition at Aberdeen Art Gallery.

    17 January 2025
    17 January 2025
  • Member of staff Claire Halliday smiling and leaning on desk

    Staff Spotlight: Claire Halliday

    Meet Digital Advisor Claire Halliday. Claire's D&A journey began during her time on the DFN Project SEARCH course. This, along with her passion for digital and learning, supported her to transition into work and secure a role at D&A.

    11 December 2024
    11 December 2024
  • Staff and students volunteering at Mission Christmas

    Dundee & Angus College Staff and Students Volunteer at Mission Christmas

    Staff and students from Dundee & Angus College came together to make a real difference by volunteering at the Cash for Kids Mission Christmas campaign.

    06 December 2024
    06 December 2024
  • Amy Monks sitting in yellow chair in front of students' association office

    Staff Spotlight: Amy Monks

    Meet inspiring Students' Association Team Leader Amy Monks. From starting out as a D&A Hair & Beauty student, to becoming Student President and now leading our DASA team, Amy's not only brought positive change to our college community, but she's also experienced personal growth along the way.

    24 October 2024
    24 October 2024