Legacy MTU Student Finds Drive and Balance in the Little Moments
Though many students have deep roots at Michigan Technological University, few can claim a family legacy like biochemistry and molecular biology major Kallee McCone’s.
Six of McCone’s family members earned Michigan Tech degrees: her mother Erica Roose ’00 in chemical engineering; her father Ryan McCone ’00 in biological sciences; her paternal grandfather Loran McCone ’79 in civil engineering; and three more of her maternal relatives. This family history gave McCone an anchor when she became a Husky.
“It emphasizes my feeling of belonging on campus, and a sense of connection to my family I could never truly put into words,” she said. “Being here and following my family provides me a sense of accomplishment in my academics and heritage, while connecting me to my roots in such a personal way.”
Find out how McCone balances her rigorous study schedule and active student organization involvement while still taking time to appreciate the little moments at Stories from Husky Nation.