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ALUMNI AWARDS
Two alumni awards are given to alumni regularly recognizing those who have served with distinction in ministry and those who have shown character and outstanding ability on the athletic field.
Alumnus of the Year 2026
Pastor Troy Budreau
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Phone: 920.206.2369
Alumnus of the Year
2026 – Troy Budreau (’07)
Growing up in Wisconsin, Troy was led to the Lord by an uncle. Committed to serving Christ from childhood, he attended Maranatha. He married his childhood sweetheart, Cherie (Gordon [‘03]), and they have been blessed with three children.
Upon graduation, Troy helped plant Faith Baptist Church of Ray Township, Michigan, where he has pastored since 2008.
Congratulations, Pastor Budreau!
Alumnus of the Year 2025
2025 – Mark McKee (’87)
Maranatha Baptist University takes immense pride in celebrating the accomplishments and dedication of its alumni – Mark McKee was born to Gerry and DeAn McKee in August 1965 and made a profession of faith at a young age. As a freshman in high school, he confronted his doubts, gained assurance of faith and was baptized shortly thereafter. Mark attended Maranatha Baptist Bible College and graduated with a degree in Elementary Education with an emphasis in Physical Education in 1987.
Athletic Hall of Fame 2024
2024 – Pastor Randy Tanis
Pastor Randy Tanis was inducted into Maranatha’s Athletic Hall of Fame Friday, August 30, 2024 in recognition of his accomplishments on the field as a Maranatha Crusader (1978-1981), off the court as a youth pastor, athletic director, camp director, father, grandfather, and for his dedication to Maranatha athletes and athletic competition.
50th Reunion – Class of 1976
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