Connie D. Dunn, PhD, holds considerable expertise in biology, analytical chemistry, microbiology, quality assurance, and environmental and clinical work. First earning a Bachelor of Science in biology from Texas Tech University, she went on to obtain a master’s degree in microbiology from Abilene Christian University. During this time, she was also active with the United States Air Force, where she served for 15 years to the rank of major. The Air Force sent her to study medical technology at the Wilford Hall Medical Facility at Lackland Air Force Base, where she obtained medical technology certification, and she took her education even further with a master’s degree in analytical chemistry and a Doctor of Philosophy in chemistry from Texas Tech University. Connie began her bagpipe studies in 2022.

ckground, but it wasn't until he watched Eric Rigler pipe at Ronald Reagan's funeral that he decided to play. He has performed for local funerals, parades, school sanctioned events, Abilene Art Walk and the 2005 De Leon Peach and Melon Festival.