The Pavlis Honors College is proud to celebrate our Fall 2025 graduates! This exceptional group of students has not only excelled in the classroom but has also embraced opportunities to grow through hands-on learning, leadership, innovation, and meaningful engagement. From impactful community projects and global experiences to cutting-edge undergraduate research, these graduates embody the mission and values of the Pavlis Honors College.
What It Means to Be a PHC Graduate
Throughout their time in the Honors College, these students made the most of unique programs that set their Michigan Tech experience apart. Whether collaborating on real-world engineering challenges through the Enterprise Program, designing and building in The Alley Makerspace, or crafting individualized Honors experiences that align with their passions, our graduates have developed the skills that matter—leadership, creativity, reflection, and a mindset for continuous learning.
PHC graduates leave campus with more than academic achievements. They carry forward a strong portfolio of experiences that highlight their ability to think critically, communicate effectively, and create positive impact. These strengths position them for success as they begin careers, pursue advanced degrees, or take on new opportunities around the world.
Fall 2025 PHC Graduates
- Emily Breton
- Major: Biomedical Engineering
- Sean Byrne
- Major: Environmental Engineering
- Minor: Ecological Engineering
- Seth Collins
- Major: Mechanical Engineering
- Minor: Naval Systems Engineering
- Samuel Currie
- Major: Mechanical Engineering Tech
- Nicholas Detterman
- Major: Human Biology
- Minor: Pre-Health Professions
- Eli DeWitt
- Major: Mathematics
- Concentration: General Mathematics
- Austin McDonald
- Major: Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering
- Minor: Spanish International
- Grace Murray
- Major: Policy & Community Development
- Minor: Social & Behavioral Studies and Global Studies
- Concentration: Environment
- Jared Ott
- Major: Mechanical Engineering
- Minor: Business
- Concentration: Engineering Enterprise
- Taylor Wenten
- Major: Chemical Engineering
- Minor: Aerospace Studies
Honoring Our Graduates at This Year’s Medallion Ceremony
This year’s celebration featured our traditional Medallion Ceremony, where graduates, families, and members of the Pavlis Honors College community came together to recognize these remarkable students and their accomplishments. The ceremony featured thoughtful reflections from faculty speaker Dr. Laura Fiss and student speaker Jared Ott, who shared insights on personal growth, resilience, community, and the transformative power of experiential learning.
We also honored our founder, Frank Pavlis, whose vision continues to shape our commitment to leadership, innovation, and purposeful exploration. Each graduate received their Pavlis Honors College medallion—a symbol of hard work, discovery, and the lasting connections built during their time at Michigan Tech.
Following the ceremony, graduates and guests gathered for a reception filled with conversation, celebration, and shared memories. It was a wonderful opportunity to connect, reflect, and look forward to the paths ahead.
Looking Toward the Future
The future is bright for our Fall 2025 graduates. Equipped with a strong foundation of experience, curiosity, and confidence, they stand ready to take on new challenges and lead with integrity wherever they go. Whether they’re driving innovation, advancing research, serving their communities, or shaping the world in unexpected ways, we know they will continue to make us proud.
To our graduates: thank you for your passion, dedication, and commitment to growth. You have left your mark on the Pavlis Honors College—and we can’t wait to see where your journey leads next.
Stay Connected
As you begin your next chapter, remember that you’ll always have a home with us. We encourage you to stay connected by sharing your accomplishments at honors@mtu.edu and by following the Pavlis Honors College on social media for news, updates, and alumni highlights.
Your journey as a Husky continues—now as part of a global network of Pavlis Honors College alumni who are making a difference every day.
Congratulations to our Fall 2025 Pavlis Honors College graduates!
