It’s a fine time to be a Michigan Tech Husky. We celebrated the success of a $350 million capital campaign and the Chang K. Park Center for Student Wellness groundbreaking in early October. Our hockey season is off to a great start. The football team took home the Miner’s Cup for the 16th time in a row. And, the autumn colors finally peaked a couple weeks ago across the Keweenaw, thanks to an unseasonably warm fall.
As the seasons shift, we are continually grateful for those whose steadfast support advances Michigan Tech’s mission. Thanks to our donors, Michigan Tech established 97 new endowed scholarships and fellowships. More than a quarter of our students (26.7 percent) now receive donor-funded financial aid and Michigan Tech’s Blue Key National Honor Society, the Outdoor Adventure Program and the Mont Ripley ski hill each received significant endowments. During the campaign, 11 new endowed faculty and chair positions were created. The University received significant support for research facilities, including a $5 million gift from The Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow Foundation. Finally, several capital improvements are either finished or currently under construction across campus, including the Chang K. Park Center for Student Wellness and the Alumni Gateway Arch.
These gifts are a testament to the unwavering commitment of our donors to enhance the student experience at Michigan Tech. During this season of thanksgiving, we express our gratitude to you for all you do. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Rick Koubek
President