This award is presented to alumni who, through outstanding involvement and dedication, have made a significant contribution of volunteer leadership or service which has improved or enriched the lives of others and the welfare of humanity, and whose accomplishments reflect admirably on or bring honor to their Alma Mater.
Nominations for the Humanitarian Award are open now through Sunday, December 15. If you know any extraordinary alumni who meet the award criteria that deserve to be recognized, nominate them today! For any questions on the nomination process, email alumni@mtu.edu.
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2024 Award Recipient
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| Name | Class | Major | Awarded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linda D. Phillips | 1984, 1977 | Civil Engineering | 2023 |
| Amber Lily Kenny | 2007 | Forestry | 2020 |
| Michael Paddock | 1987 1988 |
Surveying Civil Engineering |
2020 |
| Christine and Karl Lapeer | 1985, 1985 | Medical Technology, Mechanical Engineering | 2019 |
| Don T. Makay | 1999 | Scientific and Technical Communication | 2018 |
| Sanna B. Roling | 1967 | Biological Sciences | 2017 |
| Nicholas H. Schreiner | 2011 | Environmental Engineering | 2017 |
| Dr. James and Janet Tanis | 1957, 1958 | Geological Engineering, Geophysical Engineering | 2016 |
| Justin M. Fitch | 2005 | Business Administration | 2015 |
| Dr. Terry J. Woychowski | 1978 | Mechanical Engineering | 2011 |