The College of Computing Honor Academy recognizes graduates of Michigan Technological University who have made a meaningful difference in their professions and communities. Honorees are leaders, innovators, and dedicated mentors whose impact extends beyond their own careers to create opportunities for others.
Each induction highlights both individual accomplishment and the College’s commitment to innovation, collaboration, and the use of computing to make a difference. This year, Mark Gauthier and Dianne Marsh joined the Honor Academy in recognition of their outstanding contributions.
Each induction highlights both individual accomplishment and the College’s commitment to innovation, collaboration, and the use of computing to make a difference. This year, Mark Gauthier and Dianne Marsh joined the Honor Academy in recognition of their outstanding contributions.
Mark Gauthier ’85: Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Mark Gauthier’s passion for engineering began early, as he worked alongside his father on automation and fluid power projects at Donald Engineering. He officially joined the family business in 1988, but even as a Michigan Tech student, he was already designing pneumatic circuits and meeting with customers throughout the Keweenaw.
Gauthier began his career at SDRC in Farmington Hills before returning to Grand Rapids, where he became president of Donald Engineering in 1996 and later expanded the company to Grand Haven. In 2000, his family established a scholarship fund to help local students pursue engineering degrees at Michigan Tech—supporting the next generation of engineers.
Gauthier has played a key role in advancing Michigan Tech’s mechatronics program, shaping curriculum, expanding laboratory resources, and ensuring students have access to industry-standard tools and training. He continues to mentor senior design teams and serves on the Mechatronics Industrial Advisory Board.
Dianne Marsh ’86 ’92: Bachelor and Master’s of Science in Computer Science
Dianne Marsh has distinguished herself as a leader in software engineering and a dedicated mentor. The first in her family to earn a college degree, she completed both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in computer science at Michigan Tech, where she was active in the Society of Women Engineers and received the Outstanding Graduate Student Award.
Her career includes roles at LECO Corporation, AEG-Mictron, and Computational Biosciences. In 2000, she co-founded SRT Solutions, a technology consulting firm that earned repeated recognition on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies.
In 2013, Marsh joined Netflix, where she led engineering teams responsible for building company-wide tools and protecting consumer products from fraud and abuse. She is recognized for fostering strong team cultures and supporting the professional growth of developers.
Now retired from full-time work, Marsh continues to give back through advisory roles, volunteer efforts, and mentorship, particularly to underrepresented groups in the tech industry. She remains connected to Michigan Tech as a member of the Computer Science External Advisory Board. In 2023, she received the Distinguished Alumni Award.
“The contributions of Mark and Dianne reflect the many ways that our alumni make an impact as innovators, mentors, and community builders,” said Dave House Dean of Computing Dennis Livesay. “Their induction into the Honor Academy is an opportunity to celebrate what they’ve accomplished and how their work continues to open doors for others.”
About the College of Computing
The Michigan Tech College of Computing, established in 2019, is the first academic unit in Michigan dedicated solely to computing, and one of only a handful such academic units in the United States. The college is composed of two academic departments. The Computer Science department offers four bachelor of science programs in computer science, cybersecurity, data science, and software engineering; four master of science programs in applied computer science, computer science, cybersecurity, and data science; and a doctoral program in computer science. The Applied Computing department offers four bachelor of science programs in cybersecurity, electrical engineering technology, information technology, and mechatronics; two master of science programs in health informatics and mechatronics; and a doctoral program is in computational science and engineering
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