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Brenda Ryan

Brenda Ryan

'76

Brenda Ryan earned a Bachelor of Science in Metallurgical Engineering from Michigan Technological University in 1976 and went on to a remarkable career as an entrepreneur and leader in industry. Ryan started her career with General Motors Central Foundry Division in Saginaw, Michigan, where she served in management roles in the Metallurgy Laboratory and Product Engineering. Upon completion of a Master of Science degree . . .

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Amy Clarke

Amy Clarke

'00

Growing up in Houghton and the child of alumni, choosing Michigan Tech was an easy choice. "In high school, I had a great experience working in what is now the Materials Science and Engineering Department. Professor Don Mikkola was an amazing mentor. I had hands-on experience working in his lab and performing research." Since graduating in 2000 with a BS degree in Metallurgical amp; Materials Engineering, Amy has built . . .

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Ben Almquist

Ben Almquist

'04

Benjamin D. Almquist '04 examines life at nano-scale, but thinks big. Currently a Lecturer at Imperial College London where he leads his own research team, Ben came to Michigan Tech as an undergraduate for the welcoming culture, easy access to faculty, excellent reputation, and area beauty. Here the award-winning researcher developed and refined an admirable life philosophy: "Leave the world a better place than when you . . .

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