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Pete Moutsatson
'88Why did you choose Michigan Tech? MTU was the right blend of educational challenge, "adventurous distance" from home, and outdoor recreation options. And when my college acceptance letter arrived hand-signed by the Director of Admissions (unlike the photocopied letters from other schools), I knew Michigan Tech would provide the personal approach I'd appreciate. Tell us about a memorable experience you had with a class . . .
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Joseph Berger
'05Most magna cum laude graduates of Michigan Tech seek jobs in their field of study to begin their career. For 2005 alumnus Joe Berger (pronounced Bur-jur), who earned his bachelor's degree with a 3.8 grade point average in mechanical engineering, this was not the case. His career started on the field - playing in the National Football League. There are plenty of twists and turns on Berger's road to being a pro football . . .
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Cora Taylor
'18, '20WHERE ARE YOU FROM? Charlevoix, Michigan DEGREE | WHAT YEAR? B.S. Mechanical Engineering (Dec. 2018), M.S. Mechanical Engineering (Dec. 2020), PhD Mechanical Engineering (2nd Year) WHAT GROUPS ARE YOU INVOLVED IN? Currently, I am not involved in any on campus groups, but I did recently join the Copper Harbor Trails Club. During my undergraduate I was heavily involved in the Formula SAE team, Delta Phi Epsilon Sorority, . . .
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James Sorenson '61, '60
Jim Sorenson earned a B.S. with honor in Mechanical Engineering in 1960 and a M.S. in Engineering Mechanics in 1961, both from Michigan Tech. Following graduation, he joined the staff of Battelle Memorial Institute as a research engineer and spent his career with the organization. After six years with the organization he was promoted to engineering management. Sorenson held the titles of Section Manager, Manager of . . .
