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    1940sRichard Alkema '49 announces that his son Richard’s son Dustin and wife Suzanne had their eighth great-grandson in July 2011.

Cover: Fundamental to the Michigan Tech experience is the sense of place that arises from the Keweenaw’s woods and waters. Chief among the inland waters is the Pilgrim River. A short drive from campus, it has been a haven from the trials of academic life and a touchstone for alumni for generations, as well as a natural laboratory; fish biologist Casey Huckins brings his students here every fall. Now access to the Pilgrim is in jeopardy. In response, a coalition led by members of the Tech community has come together to preserve access to this wild place.

Inside cover: The Northern Lights put on an exceptional show October 25. Photographer Sarah Bird captured this image at McLain State Park.


  • Marcia Goodrich—Editor
  • Clare Rosen—Graphic Designer
  • Sarah Bird—Photographer