Alumni Awards

Celebrate the Alumni Difference Makers

For over 45 years, UM-Dearborn has honored outstanding alumni for their contributions to the University and community. These alumni are "difference makers" who have continued the University's legacy of leadership in their lives and careers. They are making a positive impact in their workplaces and communities, and serve as strong role models for a new generation of UM-Dearborn student leaders. 2026 Alumni Difference Makers will be celebrated during UM-Dearborn's Homecoming this Fall.

2026 Alumni Difference Makers

Distinguished Alum of the Year - Marc Howze, '86 BA
Alumni Business of the Year - Circadian Risk, Inc. (Michael Martin, '96 MBA)
Graduate of the Last Decade - Hassan Doghman, '17 BBA, '18 MBA
Alumni Service Award - Jaime Martinez, '87 BS
College of Arts, Sciences, and Letters Alum of the Year - Michael Gillespie, '01 BA
College of Business Alum of the Year - Jeffrey Cooper, '06 BBA
College of Education, Health, and Human Services Alum of the Year - Lamis Srour, '99 BA
College of Engineering and Computer Science Alum of the Year - Timothy Yerdon, '01 MSE

Office of Alumni Engagement • 313-593-5131 • [email protected]