Remembering Doug Hagestad, Associate Director of the Transportation Center


Douglas Dean Hagestad died on the morning of Thursday, July 26th, 2007. He was walking the family dog, and succumbed to heart problems. He was 63 years old.

Doug was a passionate teacher, a relentlessly positive colleague, and a rock-solid friend to those lucky enough to be close to him.

He joined the Transportation Center officially in August of 2006, when he was appointed Associate Director. But he worked with us for years beforehand, animating the Sandhouse Gang since its inception, and helping it grow into the lively forum it is today.

We miss him deeply. Beyond any single contribution, or his vast wealth of experience and knowledge, we will miss the enthusiasm and warmth he brought to work every day.

In memory of Doug and in recognition of the important role he served as the leader of the Sandhouse Gang, the group was officially renamed the Hagestad Sandhouse Gang, so his name will always be linked to the group that he helped create and lead so successfully.

In addition, the Transportation Center established the Douglas Hagestad Education Fund to support the programs closest to Doug’s heart.

For information on how to contribute to the Hagestad Education Fund see:

Recognition of Doug Hagestad:
July 2004