ICE TEAM PRO SPOTLIGHT BEN FELDHAUSEN

Clam-Pro Ben Feldhausen has been elected as Chair of the Professional Advisory Board for the Department of Civil, Environmental, and Geospatial Engineering at Michigan Technological University (MTU). MTU is a flagship public research university located in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. The Professional Advisory Board represents and supports the mission of the Department, while engaging alumni and friends to improve quality of the educational programs at Michigan Tech.

Feldhausen is a dual baccalaureate honors graduate of MTU, licensed in Michigan as both a professional engineer and professional surveyor. He is also the author of a children’s book about a Northwoods ice fishing adventure story entitled “Beast from the Boondox”. The book includes an exciting story line that rhymes and imaginative color illustrations that reflect a legendary tale of swamp creatures and frenzy during an Upper Peninsula blizzard. Feldhausen has developed an encouraging program that has inspired thousands of youngsters while emphasizing the importance of education, safety, conservation, and respect for the environment. Feldhausen is an avid outdoor enthusiast who has volunteered countless hours to promoting youth activities, professional affiliations, and civic affairs. He has been involved with the Professional Advisory Board at Michigan Tech for more than 15 years and has been an Ice Team partner with his son Luke, since 2019.

FELDHAUSEN IS A DUAL BACCALAUREATE HONORS GRADUATE OF MTU, LICENSED IN MICHIGAN AS BOTH A PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER AND PROFESSIONAL SURVEYOR.