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Building the Future Today

The College of Engineering and Computer Science thanks our friends, family, and alumni for their generous support.

Alumni and friends like you understand first-hand how committed the College of Engineering and Computer Science (CECS) is to empowering its students to realize their fullest potential. Your past support and generosity have enabled us to offer transformative learning experiences that empower our graduates, providing them with the tools to excel in serving the needs of their employers and society. 

Your continued support will allow us to further our accomplishments by incorporating the fast-growing technological and computational advances to prepare the next generation of engineers and computer scientists.


Donors considering a planned gift should contact Kelly Cronin, Director of Development.

Powering the Future: ELB Solar Panels Shine Thanks to Alumni Generosity

The ELB Solar Panels—the very first large scale renewable energy initiative on the UM-Dearborn campus was made possible through the generous support of UM-Dearborn alumnus Mark Ritz and his wife, Lee Gorman, a U-M alum. The solar panels will not only generate clean energy for our campus, but will also serve as a valuable resource for research, instruction, and hands-on learning opportunities.

A group of people walk across a rooftop covered in snow, next to rows of solar panels partially blanketed with snow. Steam rises from rooftop vents, and a modern campus building is visible in the background under a partly cloudy sky.
A group of people stand together on a snow-covered rooftop near solar panels and equipment, with brick buildings and leafless trees in the background under a partly cloudy sky.
A group of people stand and converse in a bright, modern indoor space with large windows. Several display boards and informational materials are set up on tables, creating a welcoming environment for discussion and learning.
Two people stand indoors holding oversized scissors to cut a yellow ribbon, marking the launch of the ELB Solar panel project at UM-Dearborn. Behind them is a large informational display about solar energy, and on either side are mounted images of rooftop solar installations.
A person stands at a podium with the University of Michigan-Dearborn logo in a spacious, modern lobby. A large display screen above shows an educational graphic about solar energy, and branded banners are positioned to the left and right of the podium.
A group of people stand together indoors in front of a display screen showing data and graphs about ELB Solar energy production at UM-Dearborn. Solar panel images and informational displays are visible on the side, and the setting includes a modern interior with large windows.
Rows of solar panels installed on a flat rooftop, with electrical equipment visible to the right and trees in the background under a clear blue sky.
Look to Michigan Campaign

Your support to CECS is more important than ever. Our students receive an excellent education; they live here and care deeply about our region. By investing in our college, you contribute to a sustainable, prosperous future for our students and communities near and far.

Three individuals participating in a panel discussion at a University of Michigan-Dearborn event. The person in the center is speaking into a microphone.

Receiving the scholarship, to me, it means that, instead of spending time taking on additional jobs and taking on work to try to make ends meet for each semester, I have the space to take on the opportunities that I'm passionate about and are related to my ultimate career goals

CECS junior Rehab Jadalla, #OnlyForward scholarship recipient

Contact Us

Kelly Cronin
Director of Development, College of Engineering and Computer Science
313-593-3500
[email protected]

Office of Alumni Engagement

1190 - Daniel Little Building
4901 Evergreen Road
Dearborn, MI 48128
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