Daniel J. Van Abel
Inducted
November 2, 1991
One of the best receivers during what might be called the "glory
days" of MTU football, Dan Van Abel helped the Huskies to NIC
titles in both 1963 and 1965.
A four-year letterwinner in football, he was the Huskies leading
receiver his final three years. As co-captain his junior and senior
years Van Abel was recognized as an All-NIC selection in 1964 and
1965.
A member of Blue Key National Honor Society during his stay at
MTU, Van Abel was named to the Michigan Small Colleges All-State
Second Team his final two years in a Huskies uniform.
Since leaving MTU, Van Abel has continued his support of
Michigan Tech through annual Alumni Association membership and
various work in fundraising efforts for the University.
Van Abel also participated in track for one season.
