Wes Frahm

Wes Frahm

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  • Director for Advancement and Alumni Communications

Biography

Wes leads the Advancement and Alumni Engagement team, telling the stories of Michigan Tech alumni and friends and helping alumni stay informed about their alma mater. He uses his 20+ years of experience at Michigan Tech to connect with audiences. Wes is a sports enthusiast with deep ties working with local youth, high school, and college athletics. He also enjoys Copper Country summers and time on the water.

Recent Stories 

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Michigan Tech Publicly Launches Capital Campaign

The most ambitious fundraising initiative in Michigan Tech’s history has reached an exciting new milestone, and all Huskies are invited to join in. The Michigan Technological University Board of Trustees and President Rick Koubek today announced the public phase of The Campaign for Michigan Tech, a comprehensive . . . Read More

Skis with the Shaggy's logo on them.

Dream Jobs: Shaggy’s Skis

Jeff Thompson '12 and his parents are continuing a century-old family legacy of making handcrafted skis. The Ahmeek 105s. The Mohawk 98s. The Brockway 90s. These are just a few of the Keweenaw-inspired models of downhill snow skis designed, built, and sold by Shaggy's Copper Country Skis. Since founding . . . Read More

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Alumni Reunion

Recap the happenings from Alumni Reunion 2024. Learn more about this year's alumni award winners and Board of Directors. And mark your calendars for Alumni Reunion 2025. At Alumni Reunion 2024, Michigan Tech alumni and friends were treated to many exciting activities, including boat cruises on the Ranger . . . Read More

Alumni Gateway Arch Ribbon Cutting

Alumni Gateway Arch Dedicated During Commencement Weekend

Michigan Tech has a new landmark welcoming students and visitors from the west. The Alumni Gateway Arch is the fourth piece of the University’s Alumni Way campus beautification project. A new fixture has created a tradition at Michigan Technological University. The Alumni Gateway Arch on the west end . . . Read More