Alumni

Amberlee Haselhuhn '11, '16 was looking for a school that would provide balance between an excellent technical education and access to the outdoors. Michigan Tech did just that. She recalls the time spent in Michigan Tech's Foundry in the Materials Science and Engineering department as one of her most memorable experiences as both an undergraduate student and as a graduate student. "I was able to design my own metal . . .

William J. Bernard, Jr. '69 is tenacity personified. A local boy without resources to afford schooling and living expenses elsewhere, he stayed close to home and worked nearly 40 hours a week while completing his studies. He's been with the same company for more than 40 years, recently ascending to sole owner and CEO. The CEO & Chairman of Surface Combustion, Inc. chose Michigan Tech because he could work year 'round . . .

Dr. Kevin Baker ’04 ’05 came to Michigan Tech with his parents, traveling 10 hours to visit his brother Joel Baker ’96, and realized it was the best fit for him, too. "I love the outdoors, snow and cold, hunting and fishing, so I instantly fell in love with the surroundings," he says. "My decision was made easier because they were among the first in the state to offer a BS in Biomedical Engineering. . . .