Culinary Arts Student Wins Bronze at ACF Event

Brooklyn Park, September 24, 2024

Hennepin Tech’s own Student Chef, Myra Hullum, earned a bronze medal in the student category at the ACF Daniel Cleary Saint Paul Farmers Market Culinary Competition. Competing against top executive and head chefs from around the region, Myra was the first student to enter the competition in six years and proudly showcased her culinary skills.

This intense, timed event tested Myra’s abilities in setup, meal prep, cleanup, and plating. She expressed her excitement after the event, stating, “The competition was hard! I’m really proud of myself.” Myra credits her mentors, Chef Carlos Reyes and Chef Denis Durnev, for pushing her to take on the challenge.

Chef Denis Durnev, a faculty instructor in the Culinary Arts Program, shared his pride in Myra’s accomplishment. “I’m extremely happy for Myra. She really earned it.” He emphasized how competitions like this prepare students for real-world conditions, adding, “We are preparing students to enter the workforce. Competing in events like this helps them showcase their skills for employers. This is huge for them.”

With her dedication and passion, Myra Hullum has truly set a high bar for future students to follow!

About Hennepin Technical College

Founded in 1972, Hennepin Tech is the largest stand-alone technical college in Minnesota. With campuses in Brooklyn Park and Eden Prairie, the college offers degree and non-degree courses in over 40 programs in the skilled trades and high-demand career fields. Achieving a high job placement rate, Hennepin Tech prepares students for high-paying employment opportunities.