March 20, 2018, Vol. 24, No. 14

African American Alumni and Students Gather

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July 1 was a perfect day, and the Detroit Yacht Club was a great setting for a picnic. Michigan Tech African American alumni and their families were joined by current and incoming students and their families for an afternoon of fun and conversation. Guests included Michigan Tech Board of Trustee members Brenda Ryan ’76 and Derhun Sanders ’97 and a special guest of honor Betty Chavis.

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