Distinguished alumni

Bryan ’81 and Nancy (Rowenhorst ’82) Den Hartog Distinguished Service to Northwestern

Bryan and Nancy Den Hartog are faithful supporters of their alma mater, opening their home to students, faculty and staff; providing scholarships for students from Haiti and students majoring in the health sciences; and making sacrificial capital fund gifts. Bryan has served for 17 years on the Board of Trustees and chairs its advancement committee. He also played a vital role in the fundraising efforts for the new Jack & Mary DeWitt Family Science Center—helping to call on donors as chair of the college’s Discover Campaign.

After graduating with a major in biology, Bryan earned his M.D. from the University of Iowa College of Medicine. He is an orthopedic surgeon with Twin Cities Orthopedics. Nancy graduated with a major in business and economics.

Award year: 2018