Alumni

Laura graduated with honors from Michigan Technological University in 1993 earning a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering. She went on to earn a master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan; Dearborn. And she also earned an MBA in marketing and finance from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management. After Michigan Tech, Laura was selected to be a member of the Ford Motor . . .

Tim Thomas has been an asset and ambassador for Michigan Tech long after his graduation with a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering in 1981. His connection to his alma mater has included his time, talent and treasure and led to his recognition with the University's 2020 Alumni Award for Outstanding Service. Thomas started his career working for several companies using design, solid modeling, drafting and . . .

Brenda graduated from Michigan Tech in 1984 with a bachelor of science in mechanical engineering. She then went on to earn her master's in mechanical engineering from the University of Michigan in 1985 and her MBA from Bowling Green State University in 1991. She is a Senior Manager at Dana Incorporated where she works with the internal supply plants to improve all aspects of the delivery process. She is responsible for . . .

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 . . .