The Corporate Relations team works closely with businesses to understand their goals and identify campus opportunities and investments. We can explore investment options ranging from student scholarships and fellowships to faculty research grants, program support, and more. We will assist you in creating a customized philanthropic program that aligns directly with your business objectives and boosts your company’s visibility at all U-M schools, colleges, and campuses.
We can also help connect businesses to other University of Michigan-Dearborn resources for:
- Recruiting
- Sponsored Research
- Sponsorship Opportunities
- Professional Development
- Student Projects
- Student Groups
- Licensing Innovations
- Supplier Partnerships
For more information, contact Dayna Deaner, director of Corporate Relations, at [email protected].
Dayna Deaner Bio
Dayna is the director of corporate relations for UM-Dearborn. She partners with businesses on philanthropic investments to enhance the student education experience, elevate innovation with world-class faculty, and increase partner visibility on campus. As a social impact leader with over a decade of experience in relationship management, asset acquisition, network expansion, community development, branding, and philanthropic partnerships, Dayna is extremely passionate about developing relations between industry, NGOs, and higher education. As a Michigan native who left a career in Washington, D.C., to follow her passion to support Michigan’s economy, nonprofits, and higher education, she is determined to catalyze growth in her community. Before joining the university, she was the Director of Corporate Relations at Oakland University. Dayna holds a Master of Public Administration and a B.A. in Philosophy from Oakland University.