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George Cognet
George Cognet is the department chair of the information technology and networking program at the Owens Campus in Georgetown. He began working at Delaware Tech in 2014. Prior to working for the College, Cognet was a senior information technology manager for the U.S. Coast Guard, where he was responsible for the operation of a large computer center. While his last name is French (his grandfather was French), Cognet was born and raised in Puerto Rico and Spanish is his first language. Outside of Delaware Tech, Cognet enjoys swimming, horseback riding, and taking walks with his dogs. He has been with his spouse Randy for 38 years, and they are proud parents of their daughter Caron. In the future, he hopes to achieve his doctoral degree, and enjoy some grandchildren... one day.
Q: What is your favorite thing about working at Delaware Tech?
"The friendliness of the staff and the 'one' family atmosphere. I also like helping the students achieve their academic dreams. I enjoy when they come back to let us know their accomplishments and that we were instrumental in helping them and encouraging them to never give up."
Q: Why was it important for you to work at Delaware Tech?
"I come from a family and a long tradition of educators – both of my parents were teachers and two of my nephews are professors. My long term goal was to become a professor/instructor to help others achieve their academic goals, as others had helped me achieve mine. I believe the Mission of Delaware Tech fits perfectly with my own beliefs."
Q: Do you have a favorite memory from your time at Delaware Tech thus far?
"The best memories are those from graduation day, especially from the students that struggle and you have helped get to the finish line. It is unforgettable to see their smiles and their families' smiles on that day."
Q: What changes have you seen in yourself since you started working here?
"I like it more every day. I cannot stop talking about the College and the programs we offer everywhere I go. My spouse is as proud as I am. When we go out to dinner, we are always asking the young servers where they attend college because we want to tell them about Delaware Tech."

Job Title
Department Chair, Information Technology and Networking
Started Working at Delaware Tech
2014
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