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US House of Representatives Passes Resolution Honoring Michigan Tech

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US Rep. Bart Stupak’s office issued the following news release Tuesday:

The US House of Representatives unanimously passed a resolution Sept. 14 introduced by Congressman Bart Stupak (D-Menominee) honoring Michigan Tech on its 125th anniversary and for its contributions to Michigan and the country.

“For 125 years, Michigan Tech has educated thousands of students in some of the areas most vital to the future success of our nation, such as science, engineering and mathematics,” Stupak said. “I thank my colleagues for joining me today to honor Michigan Tech and its students as they continue to be world leaders in innovative technological research and education.”

Michigan Tech was first chartered as the Michigan School of Mines in 1885, and in 1927 was renamed the Michigan College of Mining and Technology with the added responsibility to “promote the welfare of the industries of the State.” The school continued its educational mission, and in 1963 the state’s new constitution renamed the school Michigan College of Science and Technology, followed shortly in 1964 by the name it holds today.

The school’s mission is to create the future with the vision of continued growth as a premier technological research university of international stature, delivering education, new knowledge, and innovation for the needs of our world.

Michigan Tech hosts 7,000 students and provides an exceptionally high quality of education in science, technology, engineering and mathematics fields, graduating 83 percent of students in those disciplines.

In 1990, the school’s A.E. Seaman Mineralogical Museum was designated as the official “mineralogical museum” of Michigan with the second-largest holdings of any university mineralogical museum in the nation.

Michigan Tech’s students also enjoy success outside the classroom. The school’s athletic programs are highly successful competitively as well as academically. Michigan Tech’s student athletes are consistently among the top in the nation with the highest grade point averages, while performing exceptionally well in their respective sports led by the successes of the women’s basketball team, which for the last two years has made it to the NCAA Division II Elite Eight.

“I congratulate Michigan Tech on its 125th anniversary and look forward to watching it continue to play an important role in northern Michigan for years to come,” said Stupak.

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East Asia & Pacific Summer Institutes (EAPSI) research program

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NSF’s OIIA/ISE announces opportunity for U.S. graduate students to participate in research experiences in East Asian countries in summer 2014 through the East Asia & Pacific Summer Institutes (EAPSI) program. EAPSI supports 200-205 graduate students each year to do research in the lab of their choice in any of seven locations: Australia, China, Japan, Korea, New Zealand, Singapore or Taiwan.

Each institute has a fixed start and end date, and includes a pre-departure orientation near NSF and an in-country language and culture orientation.

An EAPSI award includes a $5,000 stipend and round trip air ticket provided by NSF, and a living allowance provided by NSF’s counterpart funding agency in the host location.

The program is open to U.S. citizens and permanent residents enrolled in research-oriented graduate programs in NSF-funded STEM fields.

The application deadline for summer 2014 is November 25, 2013.

See EAPSI program announcement and more information at: http://www.nsf.gov/eapsi.

EAPSI is an excellent opportunity for U.S. graduate students to advance their research in collaboration with high-caliber scientists and engineers in East Asia and to build professional networks in a scientifically important region of the world. The program is entirely funded by ISE and our international partners: there is no cost to NSF directorates or to your PIs. It’s an excellent opportunity to leverage our resources to advance international research and education opportunities for your community.

Contact: Anne Emig, Program Manager for EAPSI
International Science & Engineering
Office of International & Integrative Activities
National Science Foundation
Phone: 703-292-7241
Email: aemig@nsf.gov
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ORAU announces Mickey Leland Fellowship Program – Summer 2014

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The Mickey Leland Energy Fellowship (MLEF) Program, sponsored by the Office of Fossil Energy (FE), U.S. Department of Energy, is now accepting applications for a10-week summer internship.  MLEF’s mission is to improve opportunities for women and minority students majoring in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) disciplines, but all eligible candidates are encouraged to apply. The program allows students to apply their academic achievements to actual research while gaining hands-on experience.

Application period closes January 15, 2014.

Selected MLEF Fellows will receive a bi-weekly stipend, approved travel costs to/from their host site and will attend a Technical Forum to present their project at the end of the internship.

To qualify for the program, students must:

  • Be at least 18 years of age
  • Be a U.S. Citizen
  • Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • Be currently enrolled full-time in an accredited college or university (sophomore year or higher)

For more information or to complete an application, visit the Mickey Leland Energy Fellowship Program page.

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International Student Dies in Car Crash

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Zhang Yue, an international graduate student in electrical engineering, died Wednesday, Dec. 14, in a car accident in Ontonagon County. He leaves behind a wife and young child, currently residing in Minnesota, and family in China.

The Office of International Programs and Services is working with the Chinese Students and Scholars Association to ensure that Zhang Yue’s memory is properly honored. If you would like additional information about how you can offer your sympathy or condolences to Zhang Yue’s family, please contact Thy Yang, IPS director, at thyy@mtu.edu.

Published in Tech Today.

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NRC announces Associateship Programs for 2014

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The National Research Council (NRC) administers competitive graduate postdoctoral and senior research awards on behalf of 26 U.S. government research agencies and affiliated institutions with facilities at over 100 locations throughout the U.S. and abroad.

Annual stipends for recent PhD recipients for the 2014 program year range from $42,000 to $80,000 depending upon the sponsoring laboratory, and are appropriately higher for senior award recipients.  Graduate entry level stipends begin at $30,000 and are higher for additional experience.

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Record Enrollment for Spring 2010

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The final preliminary spring 2010 enrollment numbers are out and the Graduate School is pleased to announce that  Michigan Tech has a record enrollment of graduate students.

Total graduate headcount is 1189 which is an increase of 212 or 21.7% over the spring 2009 numbers.

Total graduate student credit hours are 8162.5 which is an increase of 1411.0 or 20.9% over the Spring 2009 numbers.

Total 1st time master’s students are 71 which is an increase of 21 or 42.0% over the spring 2009 numbers.

Total 1st time doctoral students are 31 which is an increase of 6 or 24.0% over the spring 2009 numbers.

The Graduate School would like to thank everyone involved in achieving these numbers from our graduate students, faculty, directors and assistants, to the Registrar’s office for diligently working to recruit and enroll the newest students in our programs.  These numbers are very encouraging and are moving us closer to our goal of having 1250 graduate students at Michigan Tech.

For more information about future recruiting efforts and ways the Graduate School can assist programs with recruiting, please contact Jacque Smith, director of graduate marketing and advancement.

Read more in Tech Today.

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DOE Summer 2015 opportunity for STEM Students

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The Mickey Leland Energy Fellowship (MLEF) Program provides students with an opportunity to gain and develop research skills with the Department of Energy’s Office of Fossil Energy for 10 weeks over the summer. For 20 years, this program has increased awareness of DOE research opportunities to students pursuing STEM degrees (science, technology, engineering and math). The goal of the program is to improve opportunities for women and minority students in these fields, however all eligible candidates are encouraged to apply.  Stipends start at $600 per week and eligible Fellows will receive an additional travel and housing allowance.

For more information, visit http://orise.orau.gov/mlef/.

Eligibility

  • Be at least 18 years of age at time of application;
  • Be a U.S. Citizen;
  • Have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0;
  • Be currently enrolled full-time in an accredited college or university (sophomore year or higher) or had a Ph.D. conferred on or after January 2, 2014 in a science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) degree

Application closes Friday, January 2, 2015
click http://orise.orau.gov/mlef/ to get started NOW!

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Spring Commencement details – order your regalia and request tickets!

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Congratulations on your upcoming graduation!

Order your cap and gown: Orders must be placed by midnight on February 18, 2018. You can order your cap and gown online through the Campus Bookstore. Remember you may NOT use your undergraduate gown as the graduate gown is much different. If you’ll borrow a graduate gown, let me know. Please direct any questions regarding your order to capandgown@mtu.edu

If you are a veteran and participating in commencement, contact Kathy Pintar in the Registrar’s Office at kapintar@mtu.edu to receive your red, white, and blue cord.

Review the commencement website:  Review the website periodically during the term to keep up-to-date on all things commencement related such as rehearsal and tickets.

Request your tickets: You can request up to 3 tickets online through the Campus Bookstore.

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Immediate Full Time Position: Application and Database Developer for Toxicology Projects

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EPA Research Triangle Park – Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina

Qualifications include: A Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, computer science/engineering, bioinformatics, biology, statistics, computational biology, math, physics, information sciences, or a related discipline. Necessary skills include education and experience in database concepts and programming, leadership skills, strong written, oral and electronic communication skills, and the ability to work with a team. It is also preferable if the applicant has an advanced proficiency of Microsoft Office Applications and desktop publishing, and experience with Linux operating systems, basic software development, and database development.

The position is expected to begin in April 2015, apply today! 

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IPS offering airport pick-up services

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The International Programs and Services (IPS) Office launched their airport pick-up services last night for new students.  The University is expecting over 70 new graduate and undergraduate students from 21 different countries to enroll this Spring.  Airport pick up service to new students until January 11th.

Information about where students should go and what to do is available online at http://www.mtu.edu/international/ under “Important Dates and Events”.  Please contact ips@mtu.edu with any questions.

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