Rochester Community and Technical College announces 2025 Outstanding Educator

ROCHESTER, Minn. (KTTC) – A Rochester English professor is being recognized for his dedication, commitment and success for students.

Mike Mutschelknaus has been named the 2025 Outstanding Educator by Rochester Community and Technical College.

He has been an instructor at the college since 2000.

Students and faculty who nominated the professor describe him as a supportive and engaging professor who provides variety in his assignments by challenging and encouraging students to become better writers.

They go on to say he gives incredible and detailed feedback.

Mutschelknaus will be honored at a statewide celebration in April and will have his portfolio forwarded to the Minnesota State Board of Trustees as a finalist for an award for excellence.

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