Impact Report
Thank you for believing in Michigan Engineering — and for investing in the students, experiences, and programs that make this place exceptional.
Every gift matters. And when thousands of Wolverines come together, those individual acts of generosity become something much bigger: students who can stay in school, teams that can bring ambitious ideas to life, and a community where students can connect and thrive.
The impact of your generosity is best seen in what it made possible.
We invite you to take a look at what Michigan Engineering donors of gifts from $1 to $25,000 accomplished together during the 2025–26 academic year.
Together, We Made an Impact
Your Giving Changes Students’ Lives
Scholarships are a vital resource, easing financial burden and recognizing achievement. Last year, gifts to the Michigan Engineering Fund (MEF) provided $257,500 in tuition support to 17 students.
“As a first-generation college student, my family was not sure I could attend due to the cost. Once I received this scholarship, I knew where I was meant to go. Thanks to your generosity, I have met people and experienced things I never could have back home, been granted a world-class education, and created a huge milestone for my family. Thank you for providing me with this amazing chapter of my life.”
Eian Miller,
Class of 2029
You Help Teams Collaborate and Innovate
Student groups rely on external support to realize their vision and keep opportunities accessible. Thanks to MEF donors, more than 100 student organizations and project teams got the boost they needed.
Michigan Theme Park Engineering & Design (TPED)
Michigan Theme Park Engineering and Design (TPED) provides students with hands-on, real-world exposure to the themed entertainment industry. With support from the MEF, members were able to:
- Attend industry conferences
- Transform the Ann and Robert H. Lurie Bell Tower into their annual Haunted Bell Tower
- Travel to participate in the Ride Engineering Competition
These experiences enabled students to master creative problem-solving at the intersection of art and engineering.
Your Support Provides Stability When It Matters Most
Gifts to the Engineering Student Critical Needs Fund deliver immediate relief when unexpected financial hardships hit. Last year, we allocated more than $100,000 to 58 students for essential needs like housing, medical care, and emergency travel.
“I was working full-time while attending school full-time, and it was difficult to keep up with my bills and living expenses. Without financial support from family, I was considering withdrawing from UM. This funding gave me the support I needed to stay in school. Thank you for helping students like me and giving us the opportunity to continue our education and pursue our dreams.”
Salah Bajba,
Class of 2028
You Help Students Find Their Place
Engineering is about more than what happens in a classroom or laboratory. Students need ways to connect, recharge, and find community. Your support through the MEF helped create those moments, from campus-wide welcome events to activities designed to help students decompress during exam season.
Together, We Create a Community
Gifts of every size help transform the student experience. Here’s a snapshot of how individual gifts of $1 to $25,000 became a powerful, collective resource for Michigan Engineering.
Every number represents someone who chose to invest in Michigan Engineering.
Everything we accomplish begins with you.
Thank you for being part of the Michigan Engineering community and for believing in what our students can achieve.
We are deeply grateful for your partnership and for the difference you make every day.
