27 students will receive the state鈥檚 coveted scholarship incentives of $5,000 for Co-ops and up to $10,000 for accepting full-time positions and agreeing to live and work in the Great Lakes State for one year after graduation.

蜜桃视频, founded to support workforce and talent development in 1919, is proud to be a partner in MEDC's mission to recruit talent and fill jobs in Michigan鈥檚 mobility, electric vehicle, and semiconductor industries.

----------------------------------------------------

蜜桃视频 and the Michigan Economic Development Corp. (MEDC) have named 27 Kettering students to represent the University鈥檚 fifth class of Michigander Scholars. The innovative Michigander Scholars program offers scholarships of $5,000 and up to $10,000 to qualifying scholars who complete a Co-op (or internship) and/or accept a full-time position as a computer, electrical, or process engineer or as a software developer (or synonymous job titles) with a participating company. More than 175 scholarships have been awarded to date, and more than 125 Kettering students and recent graduates have been recognized as part of this groundbreaking program.

The Michigander Scholars program offers exclusive opportunities for top tech and engineering students in Michigan, including career guidance, paid internships, and networking opportunities with industry employers. Participating universities gain valuable insights into the skills employers seek, and key employers across the state benefit from early access to a pipeline of highly skilled talent. Many of Kettering's Co-op employer partners are qualified employers as part of this program, including Ford, GM, BorgWarner, Bosch, Hemlock Semiconductor, Magna, Mahle, Nissan, Our Next Energy Inc., and ZF.

The first of its kind in the United States, the Michigander Scholars program represents an unprecedented public-private partnership with some of Michigan鈥檚 leading advanced manufacturing employers and universities. The MEDC mission is to increase the retention of college graduates in critical areas of Michigan鈥檚 growing technology and knowledge economy. This MEDC initiative is a vital talent retention strategy that promotes key careers, recruits talent, and fills in-demand jobs in the semiconductor and electric vehicle industries, which are  essential to Michigan鈥檚 economic growth.

蜜桃视频's unique 50-50 blend of rigorous academics and paid Co-op employment is ideally positioned to support this initiative. U.S. News & World Report recently recognized Kettering as one of the nation鈥檚 best universities for Co-ops and internships, and the Wall Street Journal named it one of the top 10 colleges in the country for career preparation. The University also ranks No. 1 in Michigan in return on investment (ROI) for undergraduate studies, according to PayScale.com.  Smart Asset has also ranked 蜜桃视频 No. 1 for graduates' starting salaries in Michigan.

The fifth class of 蜜桃视频 Michigander Scholars includes:

• GENERAL MOTORS FULL-TIME AWARD
  • Madison Connell, Commerce Township, Walled Lake Northern High School, Class of 2024, Computer Science
• GENERAL MOTORS CO-OP AWARD
  • Ryan Hociota, Novi, International Academy West, Class of 2026, Electrical Engineering
  • Troy Korns, Chesterfield, Lutheran High School North, Class of 2029, Computer Engineering
  • Roan Patrick, Milford, International Academy, Class of 2026, Industrial Engineering
  • Anthony Ply, Lake Orion, Lake Orion High School, Class of 2026, Mechanical Engineering
  • Michael Rosczewski, Ortonville, Detroit Country Day High School, Class of 2025, Mechanical Engineering
  • Abhiram Sanikommu, Troy, Troy High School, Class of 2027, Computer Science
  • Aaliyah Washington, Lansing, Waverly High School, Class of 2029, Industrial Engineering
• HEMLOCK SEMICONDUCTOR FULL-TIME AWARD
  • Luigi Mancini, Chesterfield, International Academy East, Class of 2024, Chemical Engineering
• FORD CO-OP AWARD
  • Malachi Holbrook, Flint, Carman Ainsworth High School, Class of 2027, Computer Engineering
  • Briana Lapuz, Farmington Hills, Mercy High School, Class of 2027, Electrical Engineering
  • Justin Miller, Fenton, Hartland High School, Class of 2027, Industrial Engineering
  • Josiah Thompson, Macomb, Parkway Christian High School, Class of 2028, Computer Science
• BORGWARNER CO-OP AWARD
  • Cleshaun Moorer, Grand Blanc, Grand Blanc High School, Class of 2027, Computer Science
  • Ilaria Todaj, Legnano, Italy, Lutheran High School, Class of 2025, Computer Engineering
• BOSCH CO-OP AWARD
  • Isabella Coleman, Lincoln Park, Wayne County Community College, Class of 2026, Computer Science
  • Augusta Hayek, Flushing, Flushing High School, Class of 2026, Electrical Engineering
  • Peyton Jones, Evans City, PA, North Catholic High School, Class of 2025, Mechanical Engineering
  • Colt Melton, Smiths Creek, Marysville High School, Class of 2027, Computer Science
  • David Strzelewicz, West Bloomfield, Orchard Lake St. Mary's, Class of 2025, Electrical Engineering
• GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS CO-OP AWARD
  • Alexander Denha, Macomb, New Haven High School, Class of 2027, Computer Engineering
  • Christian Kursinsky, Sandusky, Sandusky High School, Class of 2028, Electrical Engineering
  • Steven Paquette, Shelby Township, Utica High School, Class of 2027, Mechanical Engineering
  • Drew Zolenski, Whitmore Lake, Whitmore Lake High School, Class of 2025, Computer Engineering
• MAGNA CO-OP AWARD
  • Sean Miller, Linden, Fenton High School, Class of 2027, Mechanical Engineering
• MAHLE CO-OP AWARD
  • Parker Rath, Fenton, Genesee Christian High School, Class of 2028, Mechanical Engineering
• ZF CO-OP AWARD
  • Mario Moustafa, Warren, Bishop Foley High School, Class of 2025, Mechanical Engineering

蜜桃视频 announced today it has received over $1.6 million in funding from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) through the Higher Education Strategic Initiatives. Kettering underscores its leading role in educating Michigan鈥檚 next generation of engineers and innovators by developing cutting-edge curricula in semiconductors, hydrogen fuel, and software engineering through these grants.

The MEDC grant funding is just the latest in a broad effort to advance Michigan鈥檚 semiconductor, electric vehicle (EV), and mobility sectors, making certain the state remains a leader in advanced manufacturing.

鈥溍厶沂悠碘�檚 experiential educational model has always been focused on developing leaders that will shape the future,鈥� said Dr. Robert K. McMahan, President of 蜜桃视频. 鈥淭his funding accelerates our ability to prepare Michigan鈥檚 workforce while enhancing our capacity to equip it with the critical skills and hands-on experiences necessary to thrive in industries that will define the economy of the state for decades.鈥�

MEDC awarded Kettering four distinct grants as part of its Higher Education Strategic Initiatives:

1. Semiconductor Curriculum Development ($320,882): Supporting the expansion of courses and resources designed to meet Michigan鈥檚 growing need for semiconductor expertise.
2. Hydrogen Fuel Curriculum ($354,202): Creating innovative programs focused on the future of hydrogen fuel technologies, ensuring students are equipped with the skills and knowledge for cutting-edge industries.
3. Software Engineering Curriculum ($287,432): Enabling the development of new courses and acquiring specialized equipment to prepare students for careers in software development and advanced systems.
4. PK-12 Engagement ($53,324): Launching summer hackathon camps to engage young students in engineering and advanced manufacturing through hands-on learning experiences.  These programs are designed to inspire the next generation of talent and provide pathways to real-world careers in high-demand fields.

In addition to curriculum grants, 蜜桃视频 has also secured additional funding from the MEDC Talent Solutions division for The Michigander Scholars Program, providing $5,000 and scholarships to students completing Co-ops in Michigan with select employers (many of whom are already Co-op employer partners for Kettering.) The program also helps retain top engineering talent in the state by offering $10,000 incentives for students who commit to a full-time position, staying in Michigan for at least one year after graduation.

鈥淲e鈥檙e excited about the continued partnership with 蜜桃视频 to nurture and develop the next generation of mobility professionals who can pursue opportunities in Michigan that offer higher-paying jobs and career advancement while at the same time building a strong pipeline of future Michigan mobility leaders,鈥� said MEDC Executive Vice President, Chief of Talent Solutions and Engagement Officer Kerry Ebersole Singh. 鈥淭he MEDC Talent Solutions division is committed to creating stronger pathways to 21st-century careers that will help cultivate, attract, and retain young talent while showcasing Michigan as a hub for a future-ready workforce essential to building a stronger economy.鈥�

The MEDC鈥檚 Talent Solutions division consortium of EV/mobility and semiconductors partners includes more than 20 major employers and national industry groups, 17 higher education partners, and workforce and PK-12 leaders across Michigan. 

The MEDC grants to 蜜桃视频 are part of a combined total of nearly $30 million the MEDC has invested with Michigan鈥檚 higher education institutions that are working with advanced manufacturing employers to design and deliver a curriculum that prepares students for in-demand mobility-related careers. 

During an April press conference announcing the inaugural Michigander Scholars class, employers had the opportunity to share how 蜜桃视频鈥檚 50/50 blend of rigorous academics and paid professional Co-op experience fits their needs. 鈥淭o say we're excited about seeing the scholars is an understatement,鈥� said Mike Houston, Engineering and Service Manager at Hemlock Semiconductor. 鈥淲e're extremely proud of our Co-op鈥� That's the story we want to tell across the entire state鈥� The program that Kettering has is exactly what we need. We need to be able to take the academics and shape it into a real-world experience. Tweak it. Calibrate it鈥� to form a full-time employee.鈥�

鈥溍厶沂悠� continues to stand as the leading partner for Michigan鈥檚 employers in advanced manufacturing, electric vehicles, and semiconductor technology,鈥� said Dr. McMahan. 鈥淥ur educational model, pairing academics with our deep industry partnerships, ensures that our students not only master the essential skills needed to excel but also begin making an immediate impact on the industries they serve, driving innovation and economic growth.鈥�

These grants provide 蜜桃视频 with resources to further enhance its renowned educational Co-op model through June 30, 2026. The $1.6 million in funding, including the Michigander Scholars Program, enables the University to expand Michigan鈥檚 talent pipeline and drive long-term economic growth in key industries.

蜜桃视频 Receives $1 Million Gift from Windrose Technology CEO and Founder Wen Han to Advance Sustainability and Clean Energy Innovation

Gift Supports Scholarships and Endowment Focused on Sustainability, Green Manufacturing, and Mobility Technologies

Flint, MI - 蜜桃视频 proudly announces it has received a  $1 million gift from Wen Han and his wife, Jessie Jia, on behalf of , a Silicon Valley-based leader in heavy-duty electric vehicle innovation. This gift by the Windrose Technology founder and CEO and coordinated by Kettering alumnus Jason Roycht 鈥�96 underscores the University鈥檚 commitment to incorporating sustainability and clean energy education into the curriculum. The gift is part of a broader ongoing global activity led by Wen and Jessie involving multiple universities to promote education, sustainability, and global cooperation.

鈥溍厶沂悠� is pleased to partner with Windrose Technology in preparing the next generation of engineers and innovators to tackle the pressing challenges of sustainable manufacturing and materials as well as clean energy,鈥� said Jennifer Patterson, 蜜桃视频 Vice President of Advancement and External Relations. 鈥淭his generous gift not only enhances our ability to provide students with hands-on experience in renewable energy and green manufacturing technologies but also represents the critical connection between education and industry.鈥�

The gift includes a Sustainability Endowment that will empower Kettering鈥檚 College of Engineering to expand its sustainability initiatives, including hosting guest speakers, organizing faculty and student participation in conferences, and fostering industry partnerships. In addition to the endowment, the Windrose Technology Scholarship will benefit students with interests in sustainability, green manufacturing, and mobility technologies. This endowment will be synchronized with efforts and additional endowments initiated by Wen Han across several top universities, including his alma mater, Stanford University, to promote learning, inspiration, innovation, and collaboration among students, faculty, and alumni toward sustainability efforts.

Windrose Technology鈥檚 gift aligns with 蜜桃视频鈥檚 commitment to advancing sustainability and clean energy. Wen Han sees this partnership as an opportunity to inspire future engineers to tackle the world鈥檚 most pressing challenges. 

鈥淪ustainability is the key mission of my career, and automotive is the key area that drives much of the pollution today,鈥� Han said. 鈥淓veryone starts in school before they go into the workforce and they should be entitled to study sustainability before they make a career choice.鈥�

Jason Roycht, an executive at Windrose Technology and a former executive at Nikola Motors and Robert Bosch, played a pivotal role in developing the gift with Han. Together, they identified Kettering as an ideal partner for advancing education in clean energy and sustainability.

鈥淲en and Jessie are extremely forward-focused to support and inspire students to pursue studies for sustainability,鈥� Roycht said.  鈥淲hen I decided to join his company, I requested Wen's support to extend these activities to Kettering. Wen quickly became impressed with the depth of the Co-op program and the efforts of key alumni, especially the strong connections to the automotive industry and Detroit.鈥�

For Jason Roycht, the gift is personal. 鈥淢y father-in-law, Ray Reske, attended and grew out of the General Motors Institute [now 蜜桃视频] in the mid-鈥�60s, firmly in the apex of Detroit and cars,鈥� Roycht said. 鈥淩ay was a fantastic example of the technical leaders born out of this time and had a fabulous career at General Motors鈥�  We all would like to continue this spirit by supporting and helping more students pursue learning and embracing problems and practical solutions.鈥�

In that vein, the Windrose gift also includes the Reske Legacy Scholarship, named after Raymond D. Reske 鈥�66. This scholarship honors Reske鈥檚 legacy of inspiring multiple generations of engineers. His daughters, Laura (Reske) Roycht 鈥�95 and Darlene (Reske) Sypitkowski 鈥�98, earned their degrees from the University. During their studies, they also met their future husbands, Jason Roycht and Greg Sypitkowski 鈥�98. Continuing the family legacy is Mike Roycht, Jason and Laura鈥檚 son, who is currently a senior majoring in Mechanical Engineering, and Madeline Sypitkowski, Greg and Darlene鈥檚 daughter, who plans to begin her studies at Kettering this year.

The donation also underscores the value of Kettering鈥檚 unique 鈥渉ands-on, minds-on鈥� Co-op education model. 鈥淭he Kettering experience did a stellar job in pushing me into the 鈥榙eep end of the pool鈥� and forcing me to swim,鈥� Roycht said. 鈥淭he speed, challenges, and mindset required to be successful in the EV and AI world pull more from my life experiences at Kettering as an engineering Co-op than the technical textbooks of that time. It will be wonderful to expose students to these worlds faster via this endowment and connect the next generation of technical leaders to practical problems and challenges. I can't wait to get their "minds-on" these things for all our benefit.鈥�

This gift builds on 蜜桃视频鈥檚 long-standing reputation as a leader in innovation and engineering education. Reinforcing the collaboration between academia and industry highlights the University鈥檚 ongoing commitment to advancing sustainability and clean energy solutions.

Wen Han shares more about Kettering's commitment to sustainability in .

The 蜜桃视频/GMI Alumni Association (KGMIAA) announced today it has awarded $30,000 in sponsorships to more than 60 Michigan high school robotics teams participating in FIRST, VEX, and FTC programs. The initiative reflects a core value that drives 蜜桃视频: equipping young problem solvers with the tools, knowledge, and opportunities they need to shape the future.

The sponsorships provide resources for students to build robots, compete, and deepen their STEM experience. These students are following a hands-on path that mirrors the journeys of many Kettering and GMI alumni who began their careers with an early passion for STEM.

鈥淲e are incredibly proud to support these bright, motivated students who are exploring their interests in engineering and technology through hands-on experience,鈥� said Joe Lemieux 鈥�85, outgoing president of the KGMIAA. 鈥淢any of us 鈥� alumni of Kettering and GMI 鈥� can trace our own careers back to the formative experiences we had in high school and early college. These sponsorships not only provide the students with the resources to excel in their robotics competitions but also encourage their growth in STEM fields as they prepare for their future careers. These efforts also allow us to raise awareness of 蜜桃视频 as a leading institution for STEM education and open the door for many students to consider us as the next step in their academic journey.鈥�

KGMIAA鈥檚 sponsorships go beyond financial support. The Association also recognizes alumni who dedicate their time and expertise to mentor high school robotics teams, serving as coaches and advisors. This hands-on mentorship ensures students have guidance as they navigate competitions and plan their futures in STEM fields.

鈥淲e owe a great deal of thanks to our alumni who volunteer as coaches and mentor the next generation of robotics enthusiasts,鈥� said Lorenzo Jones 鈥�89, incoming president of the KGMIAA. 鈥淭heir dedication to supporting their high school alma maters or their children鈥檚 teams is invaluable, and it鈥檚 inspiring to see how they continue to give back to their community. At the same time, these sponsorships introduce students to Kettering鈥檚 outstanding programs, creating opportunities for them to envision their future here with us.鈥�

For 蜜桃视频 and its alumni, this initiative underscores a commitment to investing in young innovators, providing them with experiences that build confidence, technical expertise, and a passion for tackling real-world challenges.

For a complete list of robotics teams that received a 2025 KGMIAA sponsorship, visit /robotics/kgmiaa-sponsorships.

About the 蜜桃视频/GMI Alumni Association
The Kettering/GMI Alumni Association (KGMIAA) unites alumni in support of 蜜桃视频鈥檚 mission to advance STEM education and innovation. With a focus on fostering lifelong loyalty, promoting core values, and providing financial support, the KGMIAA serves as a key resource for University leadership and alumni engagement. Membership is automatic for all graduates of Kettering/GMI, with no membership fees required. The KGMIAA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Learn more at kettering.edu/alumni.

57 students will receive the state鈥檚 coveted scholarship incentives of $5,000 for Co-ops and up to $10,000 for accepting full-time positions and agreeing to live and work in the Great Lakes State for one year after graduation

----------------------------------------------------

蜜桃视频, founded to support workforce and talent development in 1919, is proud to be a partner in MEDC's mission to recruit talent and fill jobs in Michigan鈥檚 mobility, electric vehicle, and semiconductor industries.

FLINT, Mich. 鈥� 蜜桃视频 and the Michigan Economic Development Corp. (MEDC) have named 57 Kettering students to represent the University鈥檚 fourth class of Michigander Scholars. This is the largest cohort of students to benefit from the program since 蜜桃视频 began granting the awards in the spring of 2024. The innovative Michigander Scholars program offers scholarships of $5,000 and up to $10,000 to qualifying scholars who complete a Co-op (or internship) and/or accept a full-time position as a computer, electrical, or process engineer or as a software developer (or synonymous job titles) with a participating company. More than 150 scholarships have been awarded to date, and more than 100 Kettering students and recent graduates have been recognized as part of this groundbreaking program.

The Michigander Scholars program offers exclusive opportunities for top tech and engineering students in Michigan, including career guidance, paid internships, and networking opportunities with industry employers. Participating universities gain valuable insights into the skills employers seek, and key employers across the state benefit from early access to a pipeline of highly skilled talent. Many of Kettering's Co-op employer partners are qualified employers as part of this program, including Ford, GM, BorgWarner, Bosch, Hemlock Semiconductor, Magna, Mahle, Nissan, Our Next Energy Inc., and ZF.

鈥淲e are creating top talent here in Michigan, but that鈥檚 not enough. We must also be proactive to retain our young professionals and ensure that experienced talent can continue to thrive in Michigan,鈥� said Kerry Ebersole Singh, MEDC Executive Vice President and Chief Talent Solutions and Engagement Officer, during a joint MEDC-蜜桃视频 press conference last Spring on Kettering鈥檚 campus. 鈥淭he Michigander Scholars program is a win-win-win. Michigan benefits by promoting its top-tier universities; students gain invaluable hands-on workforce training through paid internships; and our state鈥檚 innovative companies secure a steady stream of highly educated, motivated professionals. This program exemplifies what鈥檚 possible when public and private sectors collaborate for a brighter future.鈥�

The Michigander Scholars program, the first of its kind in the United States, represents an unprecedented public-private partnership with some of Michigan鈥檚 leading advanced manufacturing employers and universities. The MEDC鈥檚 mission is to increase the retention of college graduates in critical areas of Michigan鈥檚 growing technology and knowledge economy. This MEDC initiative is a vital talent retention strategy that promotes key careers, recruits talent, and fills in-demand jobs in the semiconductor and electric vehicle industries, industries essential to Michigan鈥檚 economic growth.

蜜桃视频's unique 50-50 blend of rigorous academics and paid Co-op employment is ideally positioned to support this initiative. U.S. News & World Report recently recognized Kettering as one of the nation鈥檚 best universities for Co-ops and internships, and the Wall Street Journal named it one of the top 10 colleges in the country for career preparation. The University also ranks No. 1 in Michigan in return on investment (ROI) for undergraduate studies, according to PayScale.com.

The fourth class of 蜜桃视频 Michigander Scholars includes:

• FORD FULL-TIME AWARD
  • David Faulkner, Holly, Michigan, Holly High School, Class of 2024, Mechanical Engineering
  • Amanda Koziol, Shelby Township, Michigan, Eisenhower Senior High School, Class of 2024, Computer Science
• FORD CO-OP AWARD
  • Thomas Borst, Plymouth, Michigan, Plymouth High School, Class of  2025, Mechanical Engineering
  • Easton Brissette, Fairgrove, Michigan, Seton Home Study School, Class of 2025, Electrical Engineering
  • Olivia Brothers, White Lake, Michigan, Lakeland High School, Class of 2025, Computer Science
  • Janice James, Biloxi, Mississippi, St. Hugh鈥檚 High School for Girls, Class of 2027, Computer Science
  • Megan Judd, Warren, Michigan, Adlai E. Stevenson High School, Class of 2026, Electrical Engineering
  • Justin Poiner, Wixom, Michigan, Walled Lake Western High School, Class of 2025, Mechanical Engineering
  • Hailey Rowley, Jackson, Michigan, Northwest High School, Class of 2027, Electrical Engineering
• GM FULL-TIME AWARD
  • Jackson Alarie, Clarkston, Michigan, Clarkston High School, Class of 2024, Mechanical Engineering
  • Daniel Barta, Harrison Township, Michigan, University Liggett School, Class of 2024, Electrical Engineering
  • Tyler Bourassa, Linden, Michigan, Linden High School, Class of 2024, MBA
  • Nathan Cahilig, Warren, Michigan, International Academy of Macomb, Class of 2024, Mechanical Engineering
  • Robbie Dehaan, Ortonville, Michigan, Brandon High School, Class of 2024, Computer Engineering
  • Brenden Londeau, White Lake, Michigan, International Academy West, Class of 2024, Mechanical Engineering
  • Khushi Mann, Sterling Heights, Michigan, Sterling Heights High School, Class of 2023, Mechanical Engineering
  • Alayna Reed, Clinton Township, Michigan, Class of 2023, Electrical Engineering
• GM CO-OP AWARD
  • Paige Field, Ann Arbor, Michigan, Class of 2025, Industrial Engineering
  • Alyssa Hagan, Highland, Michigan, International Academy West Campus, Class of 2025, Mechanical Engineering
  • Shane Hurley, Canton, Michigan, Canton High School, Class of 2026, Computer Engineering
  • Ria Kapoor, Northville, Michigan, Northville High School, Class of 2028, Management
  • Camden Knaak, Hudsonville, Michigan, Jenison High School, Class of 2025, Computer Engineering
  • Patrick Pilchowski, Highland, Michigan, Milford High School, Class of 2027, Electrical Engineering
  • Abhiram Sanikommu, Troy, Michigan, Troy High School, Class of 2027, Computer Science
  • Ethan Shaw, Howell, Michigan, Hartland High School, Class of 2025, Mechanical Engineering
  • Christa Spencer, Ortonville, Michigan, Brandon High School, Class of 2025, Mechanical Engineering
  • Ryan Stiles, Gladwin, Michigan, Farmington High School, Class of 2025, Mechanical Engineering
  • Brandon Vivian, Milford, Michigan, Milford High School, Class of 2027, Electrical Engineering
  • Grayson Whaley, Rochester, Michigan, Stoney Creek High School, Class of 2027, Mechanical Engineering
• BORGWARNER FULL-TIME AWARD
  • Jordan Stolberg, Rochester, New York, Brighton High School, Class of 2025, Mechanical Engineering
• BORGWARNER CO-OP AWARD
  • Justin Bankston, Harper Woods, Michigan, Renaissance High School, Class of 2027, Electrical Engineering
  • Valeria Dillanes Gonzalez, Bahla De Banderas, Mexico, Harkness Institute, Class of 2028, Mechanical Engineering
  • Xavier Omozokpia, Clinton Township, Michigan, DeLaSalle Collegiate High School, Class of 2025, Mechanical Engineering
  • Noah Spriet, Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan, Class of 2025, Computer Engineering
• BOSCH CO-OP AWARD
  • Alexandra Cabaj, Fenton, Michigan, Hartland High School, Class of 2026, Mechanical Engineering
  • Logan Greshak, Middleville, Michigan, West Michigan Aviation Academy, Class of 2025, Mechanical Engineering
  • Bassam Jehangir, Bedford, New Hampshire, Bedford High School, Class of 2026, Mechanical Engineering
  • Alexandra Kerry, Richmond, Michigan, Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School, Class of 2025, Electrical Engineering
  • Andreas Lanni, Commerce Township, Michigan, Detroit Catholic Central High School, Class of 2025, Computer Science
  • Lance Lipasek, Washington, Michigan, Chippewa Valley High School, Class of 2025, Mechanical Engineering
  • Liam McCullough-Campbell, Ottawa Hills, Ohio, Ottawa Hills High School, Class of 2027, Mechanical Engineering
  • David Strzelewicz, West Bloomfield, Michigan, St. Mary's Preparatory, Class of 2025, Electrical Engineering
• HEMLOCK SEMICONDUCTOR CO-OP AWARD
  • Rameira Davis, Flint, Michigan, Genesee Early College, Class of 2027, Chemical Engineering
  • Michael Huot, Fenton, Michigan, Lake Fenton High School, Class of 2027, Electrical Engineering
• MAGNA FULL-TIME AWARD
  • Nicholas Young, Highland, Michigan, Class of 2024, Electrical Engineering
• MAGNA CO-OP AWARD
  • Sarah Samji, Troy, Michigan, Class of 2026, Computer Science
  • Joseph Vandeputte, Clarkston, Michigan, Clarkston High School, Class of 2025, Mechanical Engineering
• MAHLE CO-OP AWARD
  • Christopher Ciak, Swartz Creek, Michigan, Swartz Creek High School, Class of 2025, Computer Engineering
  • Connor O'Keefe, Vancouver, Washington, iTech Preparatory, Class of 2025, Computer Science
  • Parker Rath, Fenton, Michigan, Genesee Christian High School, Class of 2027, Mechanical Engineering
  • Benjamin Spore, Howell, Michigan, Howell High School, Class of 2024, Mechanical Engineering
• NISSAN FULL-TIME AWARD
  • Paige Hunger, Almont, Michigan, Almont High School, Class of 2023, Mechanical Engineering
• OUR NEXT ENERGY INC. FULL-TIME AWARD
  • Aaron Spengler, Rockford, Michigan, Class of 2024, Mechanical Engineering
• ZF CO-OP AWARD
  • Jace Hund, Howell, Michigan, Howell High School, Class of 2025, Mechanical Engineering
  • Jace Kanitz, Shelby Township, Michigan, Utica High School, Class of 2027, Chemical Engineering
  • Mario Moustafa, Warren, Michigan, Bishop Foley Catholic High School, Class of 2025, Mechanical Engineering
  • Blake Ronne, Shelby Township, Michigan, Eisenhower Senior High School, Class of 2025, Mechanical Engineering

The state鈥檚 coveted scholarship incentive awards students $5,000 for Co-ops and up to $10,000 for accepting full-time positions and agreeing to live and work in the Great Lakes State for one year after graduation

----------------------------------------------------

蜜桃视频, founded to support workforce and talent development in 1919, is proud to be a partner in MEDC's goal to recruit talent and fill jobs in Michigan鈥檚 mobility, electric vehicle, and semiconductor industries.

蜜桃视频 and the Michigan Economic Development Corp. (MEDC) have named 29 Kettering students who represent the University鈥檚 third class of Michigander Scholars. The program offers scholarships of $5,000 and up to $10,000 to qualifying Scholars who complete a Co-op (or internship) and/or accept a full-time position as a computer, electrical, or process engineer, or as a software developer (or synonymous job titles) with a participating company and commit to staying in Michigan for 12 months. To date, more than 75 Kettering students and recent graduates have been recognized as part of this growing program. Read more about the program鈥檚 opportunities . The most recent list of 蜜桃视频 students who earned these scholarships is at the end of this release. 

The Michigander Scholars program is the first of its kind in the United States and represents an unprecedented public-private partnership with some of Michigan鈥檚 major advanced manufacturing employers and universities. The MEDC鈥檚 mission is to increase retention of college graduates in the most critical areas of the growing technology and knowledge economy. The Michigander Scholars program is a critical talent retention strategy by the MEDC that promotes key careers, recruits talent, and fills in-demand jobs in the semiconductor and electric vehicle industries, which are key to helping grow the state鈥檚 population now and in the future.

In its 2023 report, the bipartisan Growing Michigan Together Council cited a lack of access to internships and opportunities for meaningful on-the-job experience before entering the full-time workforce as one reason for Michigan鈥檚 student exodus. The Michigander Scholars program works to reverse that trend by offering more of those educational experiences in the state. 蜜桃视频 is well-suited for this task as the school has specialized in a unique 50-50 blend of rigorous academics and paid Co-op employment since its inception in 1919. In 2024, U.S. News & World Report ranked Kettering as one of the nation鈥檚 best universities for Co-ops and internships. The Wall Street Journal also recently named Kettering as one of the top 10  colleges in the country when it comes to career preparation.

鈥溍厶沂悠� has a long history of preparing students to meet and exceed the rigorous demands of the state鈥檚 most innovative industries,鈥� said Kettering President Dr. Robert K. McMahan. 鈥淭he Michigander Scholars program is a robust talent retention strategy that aligns perfectly with Kettering鈥檚 Co-op model and our mission to provide our students with an educational experience built upon a best-in-class education combined with hands-on work experience. 

鈥淥ne powerful result of our talented students and graduates building careers here is they act as critical fuel for Michigan鈥檚 high-tech industries, whose success is built upon attracting and retaining highly educated, accomplished, and motivated graduates. 蜜桃视频 is proud to be one of only a handful of institutions and the only private school approved for The Michigander Scholars initiative.鈥�. 

The Michigander Scholars program is one of many innovative solutions the MEDC Talent Solutions division has developed to meet the tech workforce recruitment challenges of Michigan鈥檚 major industries. The program offers top tech and engineering students in Michigan an exclusive close-up of the EV/mobility and semiconductor industries; career guidance and job-seeking support; and networking opportunities with industry employers. Universities receive additional lines of sight into the skills employers are looking for in students, and key employers across the state have early and direct access to a pipeline of talent for internships and new postgrad positions. 

鈥淲e are creating top talent here in Michigan, but that鈥檚 not enough 鈥� we must also be proactive to retain our young professionals and ensure that experienced talent can continue to thrive in Michigan,鈥� said MEDC Executive Vice President and Chief of Talent Solutions and Engagement Officer Kerry Ebersole Singh during the joint MEDC-蜜桃视频 press conference held March 20 on the University鈥檚 campus. 

鈥淭he Michigander Scholars program presents a win-win-win scenario,鈥� Ebersole Singh said. 鈥淢ichigan wins by promoting our advanced manufacturing employers, career opportunities, and top-tier universities. It鈥檚 a win for students at Michigan colleges and Michiganders attending college out of state to gain real-world, hands-on workforce training through paid internships. And it鈥檚 a win for our state鈥檚 innovative companies to develop talent pipelines that are fundamental to their success.鈥�

蜜桃视频 announced its partnership with the MEDC and the inaugural class of 26 Michigander Scholars in April during the 2024 Spring Co-op fair, which provided the ideal stage for the announcement. Those in attendance included prospective and current Kettering students and more than 100 Co-op employer partners, many of whom could become part of The Michigan Scholars program.

The full list of employer and university participants in The Michigander Scholars program can be found at.

Recognized are the 蜜桃视频 Michigander Scholars.

• FORD FULL-TIME AWARD
  • Spenser Keys, Huntington Woods, MI, Berkley High School, Class of 鈥�24, Mechanical Engineering
• GM FULL-TIME AWARD
  • William Raines, Clarkston, MI, Clarkston High School, Class of 鈥�24, Computer Science
• GM CO-OP AWARD
  • Brandon Bednarz, South Lyon, MI, Dexter High School, Class of 鈥�24, Electrical Engineering
  • Bryan Burkhardt, Goodrich, MI, Goodrich High School, Class of 鈥�25, Mechanical Engineering
  • Nicholas Dodge, Canton, MI, Salem High School, Class of 鈥�26, Computer Engineering
  • Ian Gibson, Highland, MI, Milford High School, Class of 鈥�26, Electrical Engineering
  • David Glover, St. Louis, MO, St. Mary's High School, Class of 鈥�25, Computer Science
  • Shane Hurley, Canton, MI, Canton High School, Class of 鈥�26, Computer Engineering
  • Ria Kapoor, Northville, MI, Northville High School, Class of 鈥�28, Management
  • Patrick Pilchowski, Highland, MI, Milford High School, Class of 鈥�27, Electrical Engineering
  • Anthony Ply, Lake Orion, MI, Lake Orion High School, Class of 鈥�26, Mechanical Engineering
  • Ethan Shaw, Howell, MI, Hartland High School, Class of 鈥�24, Mechanical Engineering
  • Christa Spencer, Ortonville, MI, Brandon High School, Class of 鈥�24, Mechanical Engineering
• FORD CO-OP AWARD
  • Matthew Attisha, Shelby Township, MI, Utica Center for Math, Science and Technology, Class of 鈥�24, Computer Engineering
  • Douglas Ray, Rochester, MI, Stoney Creek High School, Class of 鈥�24, Computer Engineering
  • Andrew Ricard, Macomb, MI, Class of 鈥�26, Computer Science
• MAGNA CO-OP AWARD
  • Luke Baysinger, St. Clair, MI, St. Clair High School, Class of 鈥�24, Mechanical Engineering
• BORGWARNER CO-OP AWARD
  • Mason Dalrymple, Blanchard, MI, Montabella High School, Class of 鈥�25, Mechanical Engineering
  • Valeria Dillanes Gonzalez, Bahia De Banderas, MX, Harkness Institute, Class of 鈥�28, Mechanical Engineering
  • Jaydin Freeman, Auburn Hills, MI, Avondale High School, Class of 鈥�25, Computer Science
  • Matthias Mackay, Zionsville, IN, Lutheran High School, Class of 鈥�25, Computer Engineering
  • Xavier Omozokpia, Clinton Township, MI, DeLasalle High School, Class of 鈥�24, Mechanical Engineering
  • Alexis Taylor, Mount Clemens, MI, Chippewa Valley High School, Class of 鈥�26, Industrial Engineering
• HEMLOCK SEMICONDUCTOR CO-OP AWARD
  • Rameira Davis, Flint, MI, Genesee Early College, Class of 鈥�28, Chemical Engineering
  • Andres Flores, Saginaw, MI, Saginaw Arts and Sciences Academy, Class of 鈥�26, Mechanical Engineering
• BOSCH CO-OP AWARD
  • Bassam Jehangir, Bedford, NH, Bedford High School, Class of 鈥�26, Mechanical Engineering
  • Jacob Nelson, Sterling Heights, MI, Cousino High School, Class of 鈥�24, Mechanical Engineering
  • Frank Tilli, Clarkston, MI, Detroit Country Day High School, Class of 鈥�25, Computer Science
• MAHLE CO-OP AWARD
  • Benjamin Spore, Howell, MI, Howell High School, Class of 鈥�24, Mechanical Engineering

July 30, 2024 - 蜜桃视频 and the Michigan Economic Development Corp. (MEDC) have named 38 Kettering students who represent the University鈥檚 second class of Michigander Scholars. The program offers scholarships of $5,000 to $10,000 to qualifying Scholars who complete a Co-op (or internship) and/or accept a full-time position as a computer, electrical, or process engineer, or software developer (or synonymous job titles) with a participating company and commit to staying in Michigan for 12 months. Read more about program opportunities . The entire list of 蜜桃视频 students who earned these scholarships is at the end of this release. 

The Michigander Scholars program is the first of its kind in the U.S. and represents an unprecedented public-private partnership with some of Michigan鈥檚 major advanced manufacturing employers and universities. The MEDC鈥檚 aim is to improve on retaining college graduates in the most critical areas of the growing technology and knowledge economy. The Michigander Scholars program is a critical talent retention strategy by the MEDC that will promote key careers, recruit talent, and fill in-demand jobs in the semiconductor and electric vehicle industries, which are key to helping grow the state鈥檚 population now and in the future.

In its 2023 report, the bipartisan Growing Michigan Together Council cited a lack of access to internships and opportunities for meaningful on-the-job experience before entering the full-time workforce as one reason for Michigan鈥檚 student exodus. The Michigander Scholars program aims to reverse that trend by offering more such educational experiences in the state. 蜜桃视频 is well suited for this task as the school has specialized in a unique 50/50 blend of rigorous academics and paid Co-op employment since its inception in 1919. In 2024, U.S. News & World Report ranked Kettering as one of the nation鈥檚 best universities for Co-ops and internships.

鈥溍厶沂悠� has a long history of preparing students to meet and exceed the rigorous demands of the state鈥檚 most innovative industries. The Michigander Scholars program is a robust talent retention strategy that aligns perfectly with Kettering鈥檚 Co-op model and our mission to provide our students with an educational experience built upon a best-in-class education combined with hands-on work experience,鈥� said Kettering President, Dr. Robert K. McMahan. 

鈥淥ne powerful result of our talented students and graduates building careers here is they act as critical fuel for Michigan鈥檚 high-tech industries, whose success is built upon attracting and retaining highly educated, accomplished, and motivated graduates. 蜜桃视频 is proud to be one of only a handful of institutions and the only private school approved for The Michigander Scholars initiative,鈥� said McMahan. 

The Michigander Scholars program is one of many innovative solutions developed by the MEDC Talent Solutions division to help meet the tech workforce recruitment challenges of Michigan鈥檚 major industries. The program offers top tech and engineering students in Michigan an exclusive close-up of the EV/mobility and semiconductor sectors, career guidance and job-seeking support, and networking opportunities with industry employers. Universities are provided with additional lines of sight into the skills that employers are looking for in students and key employers across the state have early and direct access to a pipeline of talent for internships and new postgrad positions. 

鈥淲e are creating top talent here in Michigan, but that鈥檚 not enough 鈥� we must also be proactive to retain our young professionals and ensure that experienced talent can continue to thrive in Michigan,鈥� said MEDC  Executive Vice President & Chief of Talent Solutions and Engagement Officer Kerry Ebersole Singh during the joint MEDC/蜜桃视频 press conference held March 20 on the University鈥檚 campus. 

鈥淭he Michigander Scholars program presents a win-win-win scenario,鈥� Ebersole Singh said. 鈥淢ichigan wins by promoting our advanced manufacturing employers, career opportunities, and top-tier universities. It鈥檚 a win for students at Michigan colleges and Michiganders attending college out of state to gain real-world, hands-on workforce training through paid internships. And it鈥檚 a win for our state鈥檚 innovative companies to develop talent pipelines that are fundamental to their success.鈥�

In February,  the MEDC added 蜜桃视频 in Flint and Wayne State University in Detroit as new higher education partners. With Kettering鈥檚 unique Co-op and academic programs in mind, computer and process engineers were added to the list of career roles eligible for scholarships. At the same time, the Michigan Scholars program was expanded to allow for sophomores and graduate students to be eligible for participation.

蜜桃视频鈥檚 partnership with the MEDC was announced during the 2024 Spring Co-op fair, which provided the ideal stage for the announcement. Those in attendance included prospective and current Kettering students and more than 100 Co-op employer partners, many of whom could potentially become part of the Michigan Scholars program.

Several new employers also joined the program, including Hemlock Semiconductor, SK Siltron CSS, Nissan, Subaru, Toyota, and Mobis. Those companies joined existing employer partners that included General Motors, Ford, BorgWarner, LG Energy Solutions, and DENSO.

The full list of employer and university participants in The Michigander Scholars program is at.

Recognized are the 蜜桃视频 Michigander Scholars.

• GM - FULL-TIME AWARDS
  • James (Robbie) Dehaan, Ortonville, MI, Brandon High School, Class of 2024 Computer Engineering 
  • Brett Langland, Southington, CT, Southington High School, Class of 2024, Mechanical Engineering
  • Zachary Rosol, Harper Woods, MI, Henry Ford II High School, Computer Engineering
  • Felipe Villalobos, Richmond, CA, Making Waves Academy, Class of 2024, Mechanical Engineering
• GM - CO-OP AWARDS
  • Nathan Cahilig, Warren, MI, International Academy of Macomb, Class of 2024, Electrical Engineering
  • Danielle Ciokajlo, Farmington Hills, MI, Farmington High School, Class of 2027, Mechanical Engineering
  • Alyssa Hagan, Highland, MI, International Academy West Campus, Class of 2025, Mechanical Engineering
  • Camden Knaak, Hudsonville, MI, Class of 2025, Computer Engineering 
  • Julie Marchioni, St. Clair Shores, MI, Lake Shore High School, Class of 2025, Mechanical Engineering
  • Joseph Phan, Grand Rapids, MI, West Catholic High School, Class of 2025, Electrical Engineering
  • Ashmit Swarnkar, Novi, MI, Novi High School, Class of 2027, Mechanical Engineering
  • Brandon Vivian, Milford, MI, Milford High School, Class of 2027, Electrical Engineering
• FORD MOTOR COMPANY - FULL-TIME AWARDS
  • Leah Garcynski, Canton, MI, Class of 2024, Electrical Engineering
  • Ethan VanCoillie, St Clair Shores, MI, Lakeview High School, Class of 2024, Mechanical Engineering
• FORD MOTOR COMPANY - CO-OP AWARDS
  • Thomas Borst, Plymouth, MI, Plymouth High School, Class of 2026, Mechanical Engineering
  • Easton Brissette, Fairgrove, MI, Seton Home Study School, Class of 2025, Electrical Engineering
  • Olivia Brothers, White Lake, MI, Lakeland High School, Class of 2025, Computer Science
  • Janice James, Biloxi, MS, St. Hugh's High School for Girls, Class of 2027, Computer Science
  • Megan Judd, Warren, MI, Adlai E. Stevenson High School, Class of 2026, Electrical Engineering
  • Justin Poiner, Wixom, MI, Walled Lake Western High School, Class of 2025, Mechanical Engineering
  • Andrew Ricard, Macomb, MI, Class of 2026, Computer Science 
  • Hailey Rowley, Jackson, MI, Northwest High School, Class of 2027, Electrical Engineering
  • Jazmin Thomas, Mount Morris, MI, Class of 2025, Computer Science
• BORGWARNER - CO-OP AWARDS
  • Jackson Alarie, Clarkston, MI, Clarkston High School, Class of 2024, Mechanical Engineering
  • Matthias Mackay, Zionsville, IN, Lutheran High School of Indianapolis, Class of 2025, Computer Engineering
  • Alexis Taylor, Mount Clemens, Chippewa Valley High School, Class of 2026, Industrial Engineering
• BOSCH - CO-OP AWARDS
  • Alexandra Cabaj, Fenton, MI, Hartland High School, Class of 2026, Mechanical Engineering
  • Adria Dixon, Bloomfield Hills, MI, Class of 2025, Electrical Engineering
  • Logan Greshak, Middleville, MI, Class of 2025, Mechanical Engineering
  • Alexandra Kerry, Richmond, MI, Class of 2025, Electrical Engineering
  • Liam McCullough-Campbell, Ottawa Hills, OH, Ottawa Hills High School, Class of 2027, Mechanical Engineering
  • Timothy Vokal, Midland, MI, Midland High School, Class of 2026, Mechanical Engineering
• MAGNA - CO-OP AWARD
  • Joseph Vandeputte, Clarkston, MI, Class of 2024, Mechanical Engineering
• MAHLE - CO-OP AWARD
  • Gavin Krebs, Cranberry Township, PA, North Catholic High School, Class of 2025, Mechanical Engineering
  • Connor O'Keefe, Vancouver, WA, iTech Preparatory, Class of 2025, Computer Science
• MOBIS - CO-OP AWARD
  • Ansh Suryavanshi, New Delhi, India, Class of 2026, Computer Science
• ZF - CO-OP AWARD
  • Jace Hund, Howell, MI, Howell High School, Class of 2025, Mechanical Engineering
  • Jace Kanitz, Shelby Township, MI, Utica High School, Class of 2027, Chemical Engineering

蜜桃视频 students are known for striving for excellence in everything they do. Since its founding, 蜜桃视频 has continually brought STEM-focused learning to life. Through a 50/50 blend of rigorous academics and paid Co-op employment, all our graduates begin their careers with 2.5 years of real-world industry experience, giving them a tremendous advantage over their peers from other universities. This year, the Honors Banquet recognized the efforts of more than three dozen 2024 graduates who exceeded even those high expectations during their Kettering careers. The invitation-only event recognized these top graduates in several award categories.

In 1919, Major Albert Sobey launched the Co-operative education program that would eventually become 蜜桃视频. Sobey also was the school鈥檚 first president until his retirement in 1950. The University established the Sobey Scholar Awards in 1961 to honor exemplary students who have demonstrated the highest levels of scholarship and leadership at 蜜桃视频. Honorees must be a member of the Robot Society, the University鈥檚 most distinguished honor society, as well as a member of another academic honor society or have achieved cum laude status.

Seven Kettering graduates met the demanding criteria to become Sobey Scholars in 2024. They are: 

• Alexandra Ann Bahm, B.S. Management, Clinton Township, MI
• Kimberly Linnette Betty, B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Flint, MI
• Emma Catherine Bishoff, B.S. Management, Burton, MI
• Leah Michelle Garczynski, B.S. Electrical Engineering, Plymouth, MI
• Kristen Jean Gury, B.S. Industrial Engineering, Canton, MI
• Thomas Weldon Sprecher III, B.S. Electrical Engineering, B.S. Computer Engineering, M.S. Electrical Engineering, Marietta, GA
• Felipe Antonio Villalobos, B.S. Mechanical Engineering, San Pablo, CA

The President鈥檚 Medal was first awarded in 1996. Recipients must exhibit extraordinary professionalism and job performance while engaged in their Co-op experience. A President鈥檚 Medalist must also demonstrate outstanding scholarship and have made notable contributions to 蜜桃视频 and the surrounding communities. 

Eight Kettering graduates earned the President鈥檚 Medal in 2024. They are:

• Henry Warren Grasman, B.S. Computer Engineering, M.S. Computer Engineering, Flushing, MI
• Kristen Jean Gury, B.S. Industrial Engineering, Canton, MI
• Ariana Elizabeth Hunt, B.S. Chemical Engineering, Monroe, MI
• David Gerald Kavanagh, B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Shelby Township, MI
• Mattie Ann Reich, B.S. Computer Engineering, Flushing, MI
• Thomas Weldon Sprecher III, B.S. Electrical Engineering, B.S. Computer Engineering, M.S. Electrical Engineering, Marietta, GA
• Felipe Antonio Villalobos, B.S. Mechanical Engineering, San Pablo, CA
• Alayna Grace Wanless, B.S. Electrical Engineering, Unionville, MI

Every student who earns a Bachelor鈥檚 degree from 蜜桃视频 must satisfactorily complete a senior thesis. The thesis represents the culmination of a student鈥檚 academic experience. Two students earned Outstanding Thesis Awards this year for producing a thesis that exceeded the University鈥檚 highest expectations and expertly integrated theory and practice.

Lauryn Nicole Tithof, B.S. Industrial Engineering, Owosso, Michigan, earned a 2024 Outstanding Thesis Award for her work 鈥淯niversalized H-Point Process鈥� under Faculty Advisor Dr. Scott Grasman while in the Co-op program at Lear Corporation. Her thesis project replaced manual H-point testing with a semi-automated process that improved efficiency by as much as 84% and reduced the risk of injury by 100%. 

Alexandra Lakota Kekel, B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Grand Blanc, Michigan, earned a 2024 Outstanding Thesis Award for her work during her Co-op employment at Munro & Associates Inc. in Troy, Michigan. As is sometimes the case when working on high-level projects and emerging technology, the company deemed her thesis confidential. Her Faculty Advisor, Dr. Bashar AbdulNour, said Kekel鈥檚 309-page report is one of the most technically valuable and the best thesis he has ever seen. 

蜜桃视频 is known for its rigorous academic standards and challenging coursework. This year, 39 students met those challenges head-on, earning their degrees with a grade point average of 3.90 or higher, granting them summa cum laude status. They are:

• Mary Samantha Allen, B.S. Chemical Engineering, Westland, MI
• Kimberly Linnette Betty, B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Flint, MI
• Parker J. Buszka, B.S. Computer Science, Farmington, MI
• Rebecca L. Dengel, B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Bay City, MI
• Andrew Thomas Dixon, B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Shelby Township, MI
• Anna Christine Dumanois, B.S. Industrial Engineering, Clio, MI
• Luke Patrick Fenstermacher, B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Canton, MI
• Shannon Nicole Fillwock, B.S. Electrical Engineering, Grand Blanc, MI
• Taiden Rexford Foryt, B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Rochester, NY
• Jack William Gaddis, B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Waterford, MI
• Joyce May Gaffner, B.S. Applied Biology, Ortonville, MI
• Bobby Rupesh Gandhi, B.S. Electrical Engineering, Shelby Township, MI
• Henry Warren Grasman, B.S. Computer Engineering, M.S. Computer Engineering, Flushing, MI
• Kristen Jean Gury, B.S. Industrial Engineering, Canton, MI
• Tyler J. Holdwick, B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Harbor Beach, MI
• Emily Corinne Hong, B.S. Management, Marysville, MI
• Ariana Elizabeth Hunt, B.S. Chemical Engineering, Monroe, MI
• Parker Lee Jensen, B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Holland, MI
• Spenser Alex Keys, B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Huntington Woods, MI
• Mitchell Wallace Kusser, B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Howell, MI
• Christopher George Mars, B.S. Electrical Engineering, Corunna, MI
• Lily Moran, B.S. Computer Science, Plymouth, MI
• Gregory Robert Morrill, B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Flint, MI
• Sean Patrick Morse, B.S. Electrical Engineering, St. Johns, MI
• William Christian Kevin Moss, B.S. Computer Science, Freeport, MI
• Tanner P. Moszak, B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Victor, NY
• William Chad Raines, B.S. Computer Science, Clarkston, MI
• Mattie Ann Reich, B.S. Computer Engineering, Flushing, MI
• Jared Patrick Robinson, B.S. Electrical Engineering, Flint, MI
• Jenna Michelle Salmen, B.S. Mechanical Engineering, B.S. Industrial Engineering, Schaumburg, IL
• Crystal Yaesong Smalligan, B.S. Management, Grand Rapids, MI
• Thomas Weldon Sprecher III, B.S. Electrical Engineering, B.S. Computer Engineering, M.S. Electrical Engineering, Marietta, GA
• Unya Chuanromanee Sripradisvarakul, B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Ann Arbor, MI
• Courtney Elizabeth Stone, B.S. Electrical Engineering, Lake Orion, MI
• Brady Marshall Tackabury, B.S. Electrical Engineering, Birch Run, MI
• Joel Anthony TenHaaf, B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Caledonia, MI
• Lauryn Nicole Tithof, B.S. Industrial Engineering, Owosso, MI
• Alayna Grace Wanless, B.S. Electrical Engineering, Unionville, MI
• Allison Lynn Warners, B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Jenison, MI

鈥淭here is not a better-prepared group of students in the country than the 蜜桃视频 students we honor today,鈥� 蜜桃视频 Provost Dr. James Zhang said. 鈥淭hey are remarkable.鈥�

蜜桃视频 and the Michigan Economic Development Corp. (MEDC) introduced the 26 Kettering students who represent the university鈥檚 inaugural class of The Michigander Scholars recipients, the largest incoming class total produced by any Michigan public or private university.

The program offers scholarships for $5,000 to $10,000 to qualifying Scholars who complete a Co-op (or internship) and/or accept a full-time position as a computer, electrical or process engineer or software developer (or synonymous job titles) with a participating company and commit to staying in Michigan for 12 months. Read more about program opportunities . 

They were honored as Kettering鈥檚 first-ever winners of the state鈥檚 coveted scholarship incentive in partnership with General Motors (13 students), Ford (5 students), BorgWarner (3 students), Bosch (3 students), ZF (1 student) and Hemlock Semiconductor (1 student).

Recognized are the 蜜桃视频 inaugural class of Michigander Scholars.

• GM 鈥� FULL-TIME AWARDS
  • Henry Grasman, Flushing, MI, Powers High School, Class of 2024, Computer Engineering
  • Alex Moening, Highland, MI, Milford High School, Class of 2024, Mechanical Engineering
  • Drew Taylor, Fenton, MI, Fenton High School, Class of 2024, Mechanical Engineering
  • Matthew Veneziano, Jackson, MI, Western High School, Class of 2024, Computer Engineering
• GM 鈥� CO-OP AWARDS
  • Bryan Burkhardt, Goodrich, MI, Davison High School, Class of 2025, Mechanical Engineering
  • Nicholas Dodge, Canton, MI, Salem High School, Class of 2025, Computer Engineering
  • Ian Gibson, Highland, MI, Milford High School, Class of 2026, Electrical Engineering
  • David Glover, St. Louis, MO, St. Mary鈥檚 High School, Class of 2025, Computer Science
  • Sophia Hazelwood, North Branch, MI, North Branch High School, Class of 2026, Computer Science
  • Brenden Londeau, White Lake, MI, International Academy West, Class of 2024, Mechanical Engineering
  • Roan Patrick, Milford, MI, International Academy, Class of 2026, Industrial Engineering
  • Ryan Stiles, Farmington Hills, MI, Farmington High School, Class of 2025, Mechanical Engineering  
  • Brandon Bednarz, South Lyon, MI, Dexter High School, Class of 2024, Electrical Engineering
• FORD MOTOR COMPANY 鈥� FULL-TIME AWARDS
  • Jacqueline Kocik, Red Hook, NY, Red Hook Senior High School, Class of 2024, Electrical Engineering
  • Logan Taylor, DeWitt, MI, DeWitt High School, Class of 2024, Mechanical Engineering
  • Megan Wojciechowski, East Amherst, NY, Clarence High School, Mechanical Engineering
• FORD MOTOR COMPANY 鈥� CO-OP AWARDS
  • Matthew Attisha, Shelby Township, Utica Center for Math, Science, and Technology, Class of 2024, Computer and Electrical Engineering
  • Doug Ray, Rochester, MI, Stoney Creek High School, Class of 2025, Computer and Electrical Engineering
• BORGWARNER 鈥� CO-OP AWARDS
  • Mason Dalrymple, Blanchard, MI, Montabella High School, Class of 2024, Mechanical Engineering
  • David Faulkner, Holly, MI, Holly High School, Class of 2024, Mechanical Engineering
  • Jaydin Freeman, Auburn Hills, MI, Avondale High School, Class of 2025, Computer Science
• BOSCH 鈥� CO-OP AWARDS
  • Lance Lipasek, Clinton Township, Chippewa Valley High School, Class of 2026, Mechanical Engineering
  • Jacob Nelson, Sterling Heights, MI, Cousino High School, Class of 2024, Mechanical Engineering
  • Frank Tilli, Clarkston, MI, Detroit Country Day High School, Class of 2025, Computer Science
• ZF 鈥� CO-OP AWARD
  • Kevin Lawrence, Davison, MI, Davison High School, Class of 2024, Mechanical Engineering
• HEMLOCK SEMICONDUCTOR 鈥� CO-OP AWARD
  • Andres Flores, Saginaw, MI, Saginaw Arts and Sciences Academy, Class of 2024, Mechanical Engineering

The Michigander Scholars program is the first of its kind in the U.S. and represents an unprecedented public-private partnership with some of Michigan鈥檚 major advanced manufacturing employers and universities.

鈥溍厶沂悠� is proud to be the only private school approved for The Michigander Scholars initiative by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation,鈥� said Kettering President, Dr. Robert K. McMahan during a press conference at the campus that coincided with its spring employment fair, which included nearly 400 students connecting with over 100 companies from Michigan and other states.

鈥淭he Michigander Scholars program is a robust talent retention strategy that aligns with Kettering鈥檚 co-op model with the mission to provide real hands-on work experience promoting key careers and providing highly educated talent and graduates to fill in-demand jobs in Michigan鈥檚 high-tech industries,鈥� McMahan said.

It鈥檚 one of many innovative solutions developed by the MEDC Talent Solutions division to help meet the tech workforce recruitment challenges of Michigan鈥檚 major industries. 

The Michigander Scholars program offers top tech and engineering students in Michigan an exclusive close-up of the EV/mobility and semiconductor sectors, career guidance and job-seeking support, and networking opportunities with industry employers. Universities are provided with additional lines of sight into the skills that employers are looking for in students. And key employers across the state have early and direct access to a pipeline of talent for internships and new postgrad positions. 

鈥淲e are creating top talent here in Michigan, but that鈥檚 not enough 鈥� we must also be proactive to retain our young professionals and ensure that experienced talent can continue to thrive in Michigan,鈥� said MEDC  Executive Vice President & Chief of Talent Solutions and Engagement Officer Kerry Ebersole Singh.

The Michigander Scholars program presents a win-win-win scenario,鈥� Ebersole Singh said.

鈥淢ichigan wins by promoting our advanced manufacturing employers, career opportunities, and top-tier universities. It鈥檚 a win for students at Michigan colleges, and Michiganders attending college out of state, to gain real-world, hands-on workforce training through paid internships. And it鈥檚 a win for our state鈥檚 innovative companies to develop talent pipelines that are fundamental to their success.鈥�

In February, The Michigan Scholars program was expanded to make sophomores and graduate students eligible for scholarships and computer and process engineers were added as career roles. Also, the MEDC added 蜜桃视频 in Flint and Wayne State University in Detroit as new higher education partners, as well as several new employers, including Hemlock Semiconductor, SK Siltron CSS, Nissan, Subaru, Toyota and Mobis.

Those companies join existing employer partners participating in the program such as General Motors, Ford, Hemlock Semiconductor, BorgWarner, LG Energy Solutions and DENSO, while Kettering and Wayne State join the MEDC鈥檚 existing higher ed partnerships with Michigan State University, Michigan Technological University and the University of Michigan campuses in Ann Arbor, Dearborn and Flint.

The full list of employer and university participants in The Michigander Scholars program is at .

The MEDC鈥檚 aim is to improve on retaining college graduates in the most critical areas of the growing technology and knowledge economy. The Michigander Scholars program is a critical talent retention strategy by the MEDC that will promote key careers, recruit talent and fill in-demand jobs in the semiconductor and electric vehicle industries that are key to helping grow the state鈥檚 population now and in the future.

Among the reasons the bipartisan Growing Michigan Together Council cited in its 2023 report for Michigan鈥檚 student exodus is a lack of access to internships and opportunities for meaningful on-the-job experience prior to entering the full-time workforce. In the absence of a clear track for career growth with a Michigan-based company, young talent will continue to seek high-paying jobs with employers in other states and regions with concentrated industries and networks of professionals, exacerbating the state鈥檚 existing labor shortage.

The benefits provided through The Michigander Scholars program is a start on the path toward reversing that trend, according to MEDC, Kettering and industry leaders. Kettering, for example, was selected among the nation鈥檚 best universities for co-ops and internships by U.S. News & World Report in its 2024 rankings.

CNN recently highlighted The Michigander Scholars program, , as among a trend of many states and cities that are seizing the opportunity to attract new residents through innovative incentives. From tax breaks to cash incentives, these programs are designed to attract a diverse range of talent and strengthen local economies.
 

蜜桃视频, a leader in Cooperative STEM education, is excited to announce its participation in the State of Michigan鈥檚 prestigious "Michigander" Scholars program, and is the only private institution to be invited to join the initiative. The Michigander Scholars program, spearheaded by the Michigan Economic Development Corp. (MEDC), aims to inspire and support college students aspiring to build careers in the electric vehicle (EV)/mobility or semiconductor industries.

Under the expanded Michigander Scholars program, 蜜桃视频 joins forces with its existing roster of esteemed Co-op employer partners, including BorgWarner, Bosch, DENSO, Ford, General Motors, Hemlock Semiconductor, MAGNA, Mahle, Our Next Energy, Toyota, and ZF along with the opportunity to connect with other program partners Nissan, Subaru, and Toyota. 

鈥溍厶沂悠� is the only private school approved for The Michigander Scholars initiative, and we are thrilled that the MEDC recognizes our impact in the mobility and EV sectors. Since 1919, Kettering has prepared students for careers in the most cutting-edge high-tech fields,鈥� said 蜜桃视频 President, Dr. Robert K. McMahan. 

鈥淣o one else does Co-op like Kettering where half of the college experience is hands-on classroom learning and half is paid Co-op employment. Leveraging our existing Co-op relationships with many of the MEDC鈥檚 partner employers makes our participation a win-win-win for our students, employers, and the State of Michigan,鈥� McMahan said. 鈥淜ettering students are already found throughout these industries, and The Michigander Scholars program offers another tremendous opportunity to retain such talent here in Michigan.鈥� 

Under the Michigander Scholars program, Kettering students can seize a $5,000 scholarship for Co-ops with eligible partner employers. Those who accept full-time positions after graduation are eligible for enhanced benefits, potentially receiving up to a $10,000 incentive. Importantly, graduates committing to live and work in Michigan for one year post-graduation will enjoy these enhanced scholarship benefits, contributing to the local workforce and promoting Michigan's prominence in these cutting-edge industries.

Managed by Kettering鈥檚 Co-op team in partnership with the MEDC鈥檚 Talent Solutions division, the Michigander Scholars program sets an ambitious goal. It aims to engage 500 students passionate about the EV/mobility or semiconductor industries by the end of 2024, with the target of approving 350 scholarship recipients in these fields by September 30. 

鈥淭he Michigander Scholars program is a critical talent retention strategy that will promote key careers, recruit talent and fill in-demand jobs in the semiconductor and electric vehicle industries that are key to helping grow our state鈥檚 population now and, in the future,鈥� said MEDC Higher Education Partnerships Director Ava Attari. 

鈥淲e need to improve on retaining college graduates in the most critical areas of the growing technology and knowledge economy, and The Michigander Scholars is a fundamental part of our strategy,鈥� Attari said.

About The Michigander Scholars Program

The Michigander Scholars program focuses on Michigan university students earning technology or engineering degrees in career fields that are important to Michigan employers. As a Scholar, students participating in the program can earn a scholarship, as well as gain access to networking opportunities, industry education, internships, and jobs already fulfilled through Kettering鈥檚 Co-op program.

Priority degree programs for consideration include Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, and Computer Science.  Kettering and MEDC will consider other degrees, such as Chemical and Mechanical Engineering if the student works in related areas of EV/Mobility and/or Semiconductors. Concentrations such as Cybersecurity, Data Science, and AI will also be considered.

Active participants in The Michigander Scholars program are eligible in their sophomore, junior, and senior years to receive up to $10,000 in scholarships.

• Up to $5,000 in scholarship for each Co-op for up to two Co-ops after accepting a Co-op position with a participating partner company.
• Or $10,000 awarded to students who accept a full-time job offer from a participating partner company and commit to staying in Michigan for at least 12 months.

The Michigander Scholars program aligns Michigan鈥檚 focus industries and the MEDC industry-specialized Talent Action Teams to make sure students, universities, and employers are working toward common goals.