Executive Committee
Emily C. McDonald '12
President
Term ends: 2024
BS in Environmental Engineering
email
"I love connecting with current students and finding opportunities to engage and interact with our amazing alumni community."
Britta Anderson '15
Vice President
Term ends: 2024
BS in Electrical Engineering
email
"I wouldn't be who I am without Tech and the opportunities I was afforded and I want to give back. I am passionate about helping others to have positive and memorable experiences."
Brandon Williams '00
Treasurer
Term ends: 2026
BS in Electrical Engineering
email
"In addition to Tech being an incredible experience, it was the foundation for the life I’ve built. I volunteer to help today’s students see what the future can hold for them as alumni."
Drew Vettel '05 '06
Secretary
Term ends: 2026
BS in Mechanical Engineering
MS in Mechanical Engineering
"I'm continually inspired and enriched by interactions with all Huskies; past, present, & future. Forging and maintaining these connections is very fulfilling."
Kristin J. Kolodge '95
President Emerita
BS in Mechanical Engineering
email
"Tech has been and always will be considered my home, independent of where I live. I joined the MTU Alumni Board to rekindle my love affair with the University, and it has far exceeded my expectations."
Jennifer (Jung) Lucas '09
Assistant Vice President for Alumni Engagement
Ex Officio
Board Members
Katrina E. Black (Vestal) '03
Term ends: 2028
BS in Physics
email
"Michigan Tech has been a part of my life in so many ways. I’m looking forward to helping others maintain that connection!"
Diane Cesarz (Chamberlain) '94
Term ends: 2028
BA in Scientific & Technical Communication
email
"To me, the question is not why volunteer for MTU. The question is, 'Why NOT give back to something that has given so much to me?'"
Arick Davis '15
Term ends: 2026
BS in Electrical Engineering
email
"Michigan Tech provides opportunities to see the world while doing what I love. Each year, students find their way up to Houghton and I just want more of them to succeed and reach their full potential."
Leanne Jensen (Kozicki) '01 '09
Term ends: 2028
AAS in Mechanical Design Engineering Technology
BS in Mechanical Engineering Technology
email
Jackie L. Jiran '96
Term ends: 2024
BS in Civil Engineering
email
"I had a positive experience at MTU that prepared me well, and it’s my time to reach back and forward. Tech students, faculty, staff and alumni do remarkable things and I want to support that."
Christina Jufliak '13
Term ends: 2028
BS in Biomedical Engineering
email
"Looking forward to being able to support and give back to MTU, as well as continue fostering and building amazing relationships with alumni and students."
Ranit Karmakar
GSG Student Representative
email
Daniel Madrid '10
Term ends: 2026
BS in Computer Network & System Administration
email
"Michigan Tech is a fantastic community and I love being an active volunteer to build that vibrant Husky family."
Scott A. McBain '86
Term ends: 2024
BS in Civil Engineering
email
"You know that tinge of excitement you get when you see a Tech t-shirt? I volunteer for Tech, because I am always meeting someone new that I already know–who shared the same unique Keweenaw experience."
Adam A. Mitteer '03 '17
Past Secretary
Term ends: 2024
BS in Business Administration
MS in Data Science
email
"I have always had an affinity and love for MTU due to my experience as a student and an alumnus. I volunteer to keep traditions alive and to make a difference for future and past generations."
Tonya Moore-Bouchard '96
Term ends: 2028
BS in Electrical Engineering
email
"Volunteering at Michigan Tech gives me the opportunity to give something back to the MTU community and make a difference to the people around me."
Peter Moutsatson '88
Term ends: 2026
BS in Mechanical Engineering
email
"I have always enjoyed the sense of purpose in serving a cause that benefits others. First was the military, and now the institution that shaped, tested, and launched me into the world."
Donald Straughen '15
Term ends: 2028
BS in Electrical Engineering Technology
email
"Volunteering provides the opportunity for continued growth in my professional and personal careers. As a lifelong learner, I look forward to connecting and making a difference in our alumni community."
Andrew J. VanDyke '11
Past Treasurer
Term ends: 2024
BS in Forestry
email
"I volunteer for Tech so that: I can stay engaged with students and faculty, while doing my part in maintaining Michigan Tech traditions and values."
Michelle Wazny (Foy) '10
Term ends: 2028
BS in Environmental Engineering
email
"I am honored to learn from alumni that came before me and I'm excited to volunteer my time and strengths for those that come next."
Stephen Williams '86
Term ends: 2028
BS in Mechanical Engineering
email
"Since my first days on campus, Michigan Tech has had a profound impact on my life. I volunteer and remain engaged to ensure the presence of this great place continues."
Emma Zawisza '12 '16
Term ends: 2028
BA in History
MS in Industrial Archaeology
email
"Michigan Tech made me into the person I am today. It only makes sense to pay that forward to current students and to make connections with other alumni to do all we can to support the MTU community."
To Be Determined
USG Student Representative
email
Life Directors
Life Directors are past members of the Michigan Tech Alumni Association Board of Directors who wish to remain engaged in the activities of the Board. They may participate in Board meetings as ex-officio non-voting members and serve as a source of institutional memory for the Board.
Chad A. Arney '99
Term ended: 2020
BS in Biological Sciences
Joseph A. (Joe) Azzarello '78, '80
Term ended: 2020
BS in Mechanical Engineering
MS in Environmental Engineering
Daniel S. Batten '90
Past President
Term ended: 2022
BS in Business Administration
Andrew J. Burton '83, '97
Term ended: 2022
BS in Forestry
PhD in Forestry Science
Lisa Fernstrum '91
BS in Biological Sciences
Past Secretary, 2008–2013
Kevin Grzelak '89
BS in Electrical Engineering
SherAaron N. Hurt '09
BS in Business Administration
Kerry A. Irons '72
Past Secretary
Term ended: 2018
BS in Chemical Engineering
MS in Business Administration
MS in Chemical Engineering
Stephen L. Kamykowski '70
BS in Metallurgical Engineering
Linda Kennedy '91
BS in Scientific and Technical Communication
Fred Koerschner '81
BS in Mechanical Engineering
Paul Ninefeldt '96
BS in Chemical Engineering
Past Treasurer, 2006–2008
Past Vice President, 2008–2010
Past President, 2010–2013
John Peavey '74
AAS in Electrical Engineering Technology
Gerald Philo '80
BS in Mechanical Engineering
Jacque Smith '85
BS in Mechanical Engineering
Jeffrey A. Sudderth '06
Term ends: 2016
BS in Mining Engineering/Economics
Karin Van Dyke '78
BS in Forestry
Ashwin K. Vekaria '12
Term ended: 2020
BS in Materials Science and Engineering
Sheryl Wright '91
BS in Chemical Engineering
