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Late Night Programming is bringing the fun (and prizes!) with Grocery Trivia on Saturday, January 17th, starting at 9:00 p.m. in Fisher 139. Grab your friends and test your knowledge on all things grocery—from everyday essentials to fun food facts—for a chance to win free groceries and toiletries. Whether you’re a trivia pro or just buzzing around for the prizes, this late-night event is a low-stress way to unwind, compete, and stock up on necessities. No registration required—just show up ready to play!
Limited space remains on the Alternative Spring Break New Orleans trip! If you want to be part of this life-changing journey, apply here.
Applications are due tomorrow, Thursday, January 15th at 8:00 AM.
In collaboration with NetWork Volunteers, this Alternative Spring Break trip will travel to New Orleans, Louisiana, to support projects focused on environmental sustainability.
This trip will depart early on Friday, February 27, in two Michigan Tech minivans. Participants will stay at a house near the volunteer site. Most meals will be prepared and provided by the group itself. Immersion experiences, educational opportunities, and group reflection will be incorporated throughout the week. The group will depart from New Orleans on Saturday, March 7th, and return to campus the following day.
When asked, “If someone were considering attending an Alternative Spring Break trip, what would you tell them?” one 2023 participant shared,
“Do it. You will not only impact another community, but will reignite your passion for serving those within your own. Alternative Spring Break trips are the perfect way to step just outside of your comfort zone with fellow students and discover what drives you. You will get to meet not only incredible community leaders, but grow connections with peers that may be outside your normal circle. It’s a great opportunity to see what issues others are facing and recognize what you can do to really change the world while building community with your own university.”
The total cost for the trip is $500 per student, which includes all food, travel, accommodations, and program materials.
The Spring 2026 session of Catalyst™ will be held on Saturday, January 24th, from 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM in Alumni Lounge A & B in the Memorial Union Building. All participants will receive free workshop materials, lunch, and a gift. Please RSVP by the end of the day on Sunday, January 18th, so we can ensure we have adequate food and supplies for all participants.
What is Catalyst?
Catalyst™ is a great entry into the LeaderShape® community. It is a one-day program focused on developing your own authentic path, connecting to groups and causes you care about, and committing to a plan to be a catalyst for yourself and the groups you’re part of.
Throughout the program, you’ll consider powerful questions that move you towards action:
Am I on the right path? Who do I want to be? How can I connect with other like-minded individuals? In small-group dialogue, large group interaction, and personal reflection, you’ll learn alongside others who also want to start something extraordinary.
Join us for the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Dinner on Monday, January 19, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. in the Memorial Union Building Ballroom. This dinner brings our campus and community together to reflect on Dr. King’s legacy and the importance of service, justice, and collective responsibility.
Guests will enjoy a seated dinner, brief remarks, and the presentation of the Bayard Rustin Award, recognizing individuals or groups whose work reflects Dr. King’s vision in action. The dinner serves as a meaningful close to our MLK Day of Service and related programming.
RSVP and registration are required:
Please complete the form to attend
Student Organization Budget Hearings are quickly approaching! Join RSO Coordinator, Taylor Piering, and USG Treasurer, David Reeves, for HuskyLEAD: Creating An Effective Student Org Budget where you’ll learn budgeting best practices for creating and maintaining your organization’s finances. Basics from setting up your organization’s budget tracking spreadsheet to tracking expenses will be reviewed.
Date: Thursday, January 22nd
Time: 4:00-5:00 PM
Location: Fisher 126
If you are interested in attending, please register here. Additionally, if you have any questions about this event, please email Student Leadership & Involvement at activites@mtu.edu. We hope to see you there!
January is National Stalking Awareness Month and an excellent opportunity to ensure our community understands what constitutes stalking per university policy. Some examples include:
Most importantly, what to do if it happens to you, including campus and community resources. Stalking affects roughly 1 in 3 women and 1 in 6 men in their lifetime, according to the National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey (NISVS) (2022).
Stalking falls under prohibited conduct, as defined by Michigan Tech’s Title IX Policy and Code of Community Conduct. Statistically, stalking is most prevalent among adults ages 18-24. Nearly 58% of female victims and 49% of male victims experienced stalking before the age of 25 (Smith SG, Basile KC, & Kresnow M., 2022). It is important to recognize the signs of stalking, know where to report, and the resources available.
Reporting
Support and Counseling
Additional Resources
Stalking Safety Strategies provides strategies to increase safety at home, work, and technology. Local domestic violence shelters can be good resources to assist with more detailed safety planning if needed, or you can also contact Victim Connect at 855-4-VICTIM (855-484-2846)
Registration is open for all Spring 2026 MTU Shooting Range Programs and Events!
The MTU Shooting Range is located in the basement of the SDC. Visit us online or follow along for updates on Instagram and Facebook.
Open Rec:
Events:
Courses:
Leagues:
Passes:
Questions? Email Jeff Stroud at jsstroud@mtu.edu.
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Join us for BINGO in the Memorial Union Building on January 15! Ticket prices start at $25 for students and $65 for non-MTU students. The bingo event includes raffles, silent auction, and dinner.
Scan the QR code or purchase your tickets online by going to ducks.org/michigan – First Annual MTU BINGO: Thu, Jan 15, 2026
Doors open at 5:00pm. Dinner at 6:00pm. Bingo at 6:30pm. Bingo winners get a choice of firearm, prize off reeds banner, or $300 in cash! For more information call/text Morgan: (810) 441-8474
Want to get outside this winter? Look no further!
The Outdoor Adventure Program is hosting open snowshoeing events this winter! These are free for students with all the gear provided. No previous experience is needed. Dress warmly and come snowshoe the MTU trail system with us!
Sleep plays a huge role in how we feel and function. Join us for a Substances & Sleep Husky Hour on Tuesday, January 20th at 4pm to explore how caffeine, alcohol, and marijuana can influence sleep patterns and recovery. Whether you’re curious or looking for ways to feel more rested, this conversation is for you.
The winter months can feel heavy, especially when the days are short and the semester is just getting started. Swing by our Mental Health Screening Day to check in with yourself, get quick feedback, and leave with resources to help you start the new year feeling grounded and supported.
Didn’t have time to prep a meal? Want to help reduce food waste? Stop by the HuskyFAN food pantry Tuesday through Friday to grab a UFO meal! These pre-packaged meals are easy to just heat up in the microwaves in Fisher Hall, the library, or the MUB!
Upcycled Food Operations (UFO) delivers leftovers and ready-to-eat meals from Wadsworth Dining Hall directly to the HuskyFAN food pantry. UFO meals are free and available Tuesday through Friday on the first floor of Fisher Hall as supplies last.
Check the Sustainable MTU instagram highlights for the latest meal, and check the HuskyFAN calendar for pantry hours!
The Sustainability Film Series, coordinated by the Michigan Tech Office of Sustainability and Resilience, offers thought-provoking films and engaging conversation around environmental and sustainability topics.
January’s film ‘Jane’ uses a trove of never-before-seen footage to tell the story of Jane Goodall’s early explorations and research in Tanzania, focusing on her groundbreaking field work, her relationship with her cameraman and husband Hugo van Lawick, and the chimpanzees that were the subject of her study.
‘Jane’ will be shown at 7 p.m. on Thursday, January 15 in Fisher Hall 138. Refreshments will be provided, and each film will be followed by a facilitated discussion. The Sustainability Film Series is free and everyone is welcome to attend. A suggested $5 donation is appreciated and helps to support the continued offering of this film series.
Michigan Tech is gearing up for the 2nd Annual Zero Waste Hockey Game, challenging fans to help the Huskies reduce waste during the January 17 matchup against Minnesota State.
Attendees will notice several sustainability-friendly changes at the game, including compostable packaging at concessions, waste collection stations with clearly marked recycling and composting bins, and volunteer support to guide proper waste sorting. Volunteers will ensure proper waste management after the game, partnering with Recycle 906 and Partridge Creek Compost to divert materials from landfills. This event is a collaborative effort between MTU Athletics, Husky Eats, and the Office of Sustainability and Resilience.
Interested in volunteering during the Zero Waste Hockey Game? Multiple volunteer shifts are available, and volunteers gain free entry into the game. Sign up to volunteer and support sustainability efforts on campus!
Stop by Michigan Tech’s Spring Study Away Fair next Thursday, January 15, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Library East Reading Room to learn more about the various study away opportunities available to MTU students!
There will be representatives and resources available from several different study away program types and international education opportunities.
Attending the Spring Study Away Fair is a great way to gain an initial understanding of:
After the fair, be sure to visit MTU Study Away to learn more and schedule an appointment to discuss how you can get started!
Join DPhiE in making cards and eating charcuterie on Wednesday, Jan. 14, from 6:00-7:30p.m., at 1019 College Ave! Rides will be leaving Wads at 5:50p.m. Please fill out this RSVP form if you plan on attending!
The Van Pelt and Opie Library and Campus Store collaborate every semester to identify assigned course materials that are available in the Library’s print and electronic collections. These materials may be searched on the Course Materials at the Library page.
The Library and Campus Store hope this is a valuable service for students and instructors. Questions are encouraged and may be directed to library@mtu.edu
Come join the log rolling club at Michigan Tech on Sundays from 5:00 to 6:30 pm in the SDC lap pool! Have fun rolling on the logs while listening to music. Compete against friends to see who has the best balance and endurance.
No experience is necessary. All you will need is to wear swimwear and bring your Tech ID to tap in. If you choose to wear shoes while log rolling, make sure they are designated swimming shoes (nothing dirty!).
The Green Campus Enterprise’s Transport Team is collecting data on which stops, arrival times, and departure times are preferable to users of the Hancock Commuter and Evening Shuttles.
Additionally, they would also like feedback on how the routes are communicated to users. If you use these routes, please fill out this survey by January 25th.
Career Services is hosting the Spring 2026 On‑Campus Jobs Expo on Jan. 14 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Alumni Lounge of the MUB. Please stop by to explore job opportunities available across campus.
At the Expo, University departments and units will share job descriptions, typical hiring timelines, and the skills they look for, helping you prepare, ask questions, and make early connections for roles available now or opening later in the year.
A part‑time campus job offers more than income. It’s a meaningful co‑curricular experience that can lead to internships, co‑ops, full‑time roles after graduation, and even research opportunities that strengthen future graduate school applications.
For more information, contact Career Services at career@mtu.edu.
Eat well. Play hard. Support Broomball.
Saturday, Jan 17th, from 7am-2pm at Suomi Restaurant
A portion of all proceeds helps keep broomball alive and refs on the ice!
Follow @irhc_broomball on Instagram for more information!
Create with purpose! Donate yarn or join us in crocheting and knitting blankets to provide comfort to those in need in our community. We meet in a conference room at the SDC on Mondays from 6-7pm. Email akmillin@mtu.edu if you are interested and/or have any questions!
The Van Pelt and Opie Library is pleased to announce the inaugural Michigan Tech Authors and Creators Reception, a celebration honoring current students, staff, and faculty at the university who have released a book or other major creative endeavor within the previous year.
We look forward to recognizing works which have been authored, edited, or translated by Michigan Tech writers as well as music, film, and media by Michigan Tech creators. The library has already identified many accomplishments from 2025 to celebrate, but we also encourage and welcome you to submit your work for inclusion to ensure that our recognition is as complete as possible.
The reception will be held at The Van Pelt and Opie Library on Friday, March 13, 2026, from 4:00pm to 5:00pm. We hope to see you there!
To submit your work for inclusion, click here
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The Thompson Scholar Program is seeking current first-year students to join next year’s cohort! We’re looking for students who are Michigan residents, strive for success, and enjoy community service!
Scholars: We’re selecting 60 students to join the incoming 195 students this fall. You have the opportunity to join our peer mentoring program, engage with the Thompson Scholars Association, and other great opportunities for professional development!
Working Families Scholarship: Thompson Scholars receive the Working Families Scholarship, which includes $5,500 from the Thompson Foundation (https://thompsonfdn.org/) and $5,500 from Michigan Tech in merit scholarships. This scholarship is available for 6 semesters (renewable up to an additional 4 semesters).
Eligibility Criteria:
How to Apply:
We’d love for you to join our students for volunteering opportunities, leadership development, and other great opportunities for success!
You must have all application materials completed by February 14th for priority consideration!
If you have questions, please email thompsonscholars@mtu.edu or visit us in the Alumni House!
Are you a student who’s passionate about music and service? Are you looking to bond with other like-minded musicians on our small campus? Then look no further—the Brothers of Mu Beta Psi Zeta Chapter would like to invite you to our next week of rushes! Join us for musical Pictionary (Jan. 13), origami folding (Jan. 15), and cookie decorating (Jan. 20) as we settle into the new semester! Each rush will be held in Fisher 132 from 6 – 8PM. For more information, please contact Graham Bishop at grbishop@mtu.edu. We hope to see you there!
Stop by our first PAWS Pop-Up: Building a Semester Plan for real, peer-tested planning strategies. We’ll share tools and practices that help you stay organized, lower stress, and create a plan that actually works for your schedule.
Trade sleep for snow and tradition. Join us during Winter Carnival to help build an All-Nighter Statue one late night, cold temps, hot cocoa, and unforgettable memories.
To build an All-Nighter Statue, please fill out this Google Form. It must be filled out by January 26th at 11:59 pm.
Reach out to Blue Key with any questions!
Join us for an activity-based event that explores the impacts of alcohol, cannabis, nicotine and other substances on academics, decision-making, and overall well-being. You’ll leave with practical strategies and knowledge of how to navigate substance use and college life. Stop by for free food, prizes, and engaging discussion. This month, we’re breaking down the facts of cannabis.
Reserve your tickets for the annual Winter Carnival Comedian, a cherished Michigan Tech tradition. This year, Late Night Programming and the Rozsa Center present the viral sensation, Zarna Garg, and tickets are going fast.
Zarna Garg is a viral comedy star with 2M+ social media followers and stand-up specials on Hulu and Amazon Prime.
She headlined her own sold-out tour and opened for legends Tina Fey and Amy Poehler on their Restless Leg Tour. She also hosts her own podcast and is featured on Amy Poehler’s new podcast, Good Hang with Amy Poehler.
Zarna is best known for her hilarious observations on the challenge of raising college-aged kids and offers sharp, hilarious commentary on life in America as an immigrant.
The Winter Carnival Comedian is a highly anticipated event. Because this is a reserved seating show, you must reserve your seats in advance to ensure entry!
Reserve in advance by visiting the Rozsa Box Office or fill out the Michigan Tech Student Rush Ticket Request Form to request your free tickets.
2025/26 Rozsa Presenting Series – Spring Semester:
Fri, February 6 – Winter Carnival Comedian: Zarna Garg – Presented by Late Night Programming and the Rozsa Center
Fri, February 13 – Ben Mulwana and The Village
Tue, February 24 – Dinosaur World Live
Sun, March 22 – Step Afrika! The Evolution Tour
Michigan Tech Students are entitled to one free ticket for yourself and one free ticket for a plus one to accompany you. Note: Student must be present at the performance with a valid HuskyCard for guest ticket to be valid.
Want to learn more about what makes an area walkable? Join us for our Walkability Audit! We’ll have an info and map-making session on January 26th during our usual club meeting.
Sign up to participate in the Walkability Audit using this form.
Come join us in Fisher 133 at 6 pm for the first German Club meeting of the semester! We will be introducing the new E-Board and playing board games afterwards.
Please email germanclubeboard-l@mtu.edu for any questions.
An unemployed visionary becomes the manager of a local television station. The station becomes a success, with all sorts of hilarious sight gags and wacky humor.
UHF is rated PG-13
Friday 01/16: 7 p.m. and 10 p.m.
Saturday 01/17: 7 p.m. and 10 p.m.
Are you interested in volunteering abroad on a service-learning trip in Cusco, Peru for a week or so this May? Would you like to work in mobile medical clinics and help with development projects in low-income communities? If so, then please join us at our first general body meeting this semester for the MEDLIFE club this Thursday (1/15), in Fisher 130 at 7pm. All majors are welcome, and snacks will be provided! Trip details will be covered during the meeting including pricing, add-on excursions, and more! Please email hnrussel@mtu.edu if you are interested or have any questions/concerns, especially if you are unable to make the meeting! Thanks, and we hope to see you there!
Come and hang out with other D&D players at our weekly Saturday meetings. We meet at 1pm in Fisher 139, where we share stories from our campaigns, hear updates from the E-board, and encourage advertisements for new campaigns!
Join our Discord for more information.
Join Houghton for Rent for a Winter Carnival Pasty Party during the All-Nighter on Feb. 4th!
We will be in front of the Neighbors, at the corner of Cliff and Townsend, handing out pasties to all the Winter Carnival revelers! Pasties will be free for students with valid ID’s, and for sale to everyone who wants a pasty to go with their All Nighter celebration!
Looking to rent off campus sometime in 2025-2026? We’ve got you! From 1-bedrooms in shared properties to entire houses, there is something for everyone. We’d like to ask anyone who stops to click on our visit our properties page, to check out listings, and fill out an application so we can contact you in the future about rentals needs.
Join us for a prize and a fun-filled way to learn more about your student event planning board! Join us for a week of wild events and activities, including everything from a prize wheel to a hockey watch party with FREE FOOD IN THE MUB!
Grand prizes will include items like a 40″ Roku TV and a Kindle, so learn more on our social media @mubboard to find out how to get involved!
Registration closes soon for several of our January/February Intramurals! Register now before it’s too late!
Registration Closes: 1/23 @ 8am
Registration Closes: 1/23 @ 12pm
Registration Closes: 1/30 @ 12pm
Registration is open for all of the Outdoor Adventure Program’s Spring 2026 events and classes!
The Outdoor Adventure Program (OAP) is located at the MTU Trailhead off of Sharon Avenue in Houghton. Visit us online or follow along for updates on Instagram and Facebook.
Rental Center:
Open Rec:
Courses:
Events:
Youth Programs:
Questions? Email OAP at oap@mtu.edu or call 906-487-2290
Come lace up for some fun at the John MacInnes Student Ice Arena!
Whether you’re looking to get your game face on at Open Hockey or simply tie up your skates for some Open Skate with your friends we have something for you. Check out our equipment rentals and skate sharpening services for all your skating needs! Make sure to visit our website for any scheduling changes.
Questions? Email recreation@mtu.edu
Support the City of Hancock!
Heikinpaiva Midwinter Festival is just days away (January 24th), and the City of Hancock is gearing up for our “Finno-Ugric Capital of Culture” designation and award ceremony during this year’s festival. We need volunteers to help make our first celebration within our “Capital of Culture” year a success.
Looking to join a student organization next semester? Get a WIF of what’s cooking at the Winter Involvement Fair, January 8th from 12pm-3pm in the MUB Ballroom and Alumni Lounge.
The fair will feature:
Your Leadership Journey Starts Now — HuskyGOLD Info Sessions This Semester!
Get ready, Huskies — HuskyGOLD is here! This new initiative celebrates your leadership, service, and involvement across campus and the community. As you take part in meaningful experiences, you’ll earn recognition, build real-world skills, and stand out as a Michigan Tech leader.
Want in?
To enroll, you’ll first need to attend one HuskyGOLD Information Session this spring.
Thursday, January 15 | 5–6 p.m. | Fisher 125
Wednesday, January 28 | 4–5 p.m. | MUB Alumni Lounge A
Tuesday, February 3 | 12–1 p.m. | MUB Alumni Lounge A
Spring Open Enrollment to join HuskyGOLD:
January 5 – February 4, 2025
Learn more about HuskyGOLD before attending an information session at
No more waiting—today’s the day. The 30 Ways in 66 Days–Winter Edition kicks off right now, and this is your moment to jump in. For the next 66 days, now’s your chance to level up with 30 powerful habits that boost your wellbeing, focus, confidence, and momentum for the rest of the school year.
Remember, Winter Involvement Fair is on January 8th 12-3 in the MUB. Attend these magical events to start the semester off on a good note!
Don’t miss the start. Don’t fall behind. The movement is already rolling—get in, get motivated, and make these next 66 days your strongest yet.
Let’s make it happen! Learn more about the 30 ways!
The Spring 2026 session of Catalyst™ will be held on Saturday, January 24th, from 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM in Alumni Lounge A & B in the Memorial Union Building. All participants will receive free workshop materials, lunch, and a gift. Please RSVP by the end of the day on Sunday, January 18th, so we can ensure we have adequate food and supplies for all participants.
What is Catalyst?
Catalyst™ is a great entry into the LeaderShape® community. It is a one-day program focused on developing your own authentic path, connecting to groups and causes you care about, and committing to a plan to be a catalyst for yourself and the groups you’re part of.
Throughout the program, you’ll consider powerful questions that move you towards action:
Am I on the right path? Who do I want to be? How can I connect with other like-minded individuals? In small-group dialogue, large group interaction, and personal reflection, you’ll learn alongside others who also want to start something extraordinary.
In today’s world, engaging in open, honest, and authentic dialogue is essential for personal growth, community building, and creating lasting change. This event provides a safe and supportive space for participants to explore their individual comfort with different conversations, learn effective communication strategies, and practice engaging in courageous dialogue.
Through this program, participants will:
Join the conversation: Thursday, January 15th, from 5:30-6:30 PM in MUB Ballroom B.
Pizza and soda will be provided.
Join us for the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Dinner on Monday, January 19, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. in the Memorial Union Building Ballroom. This dinner brings our campus and community together to reflect on Dr. King’s legacy and the importance of service, justice, and collective responsibility.
Guests will enjoy a seated dinner, brief remarks, and the presentation of the Bayard Rustin Award, recognizing individuals or groups whose work reflects Dr. King’s vision in action. The dinner serves as a meaningful close to our MLK Day of Service and related programming.
RSVP and registration are required.
Join Michigan Tech students and community members on Monday, January 19th, starting at 10:00 AM, to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy through hands-on service.
When: January 19th @ 10:00 AM
Where: Give back to the Copper Country Humane Society, Letters Against Isolation, the Bluffs Senior Living Facility, and the Community Alliance for Progressive Education (CAPE).
This Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Day, don’t just take the day off. Show up. Serve. Reflect. Act. Honor Dr. King’s legacy by engaging with the events and making a meaningful difference right here in Houghton. More details can be found on GivePulse
The Michigan Tech community is ready to transform this “day off” into a powerful Day On—a genuine commitment to service, reflection, and meaningful action. Martin Luther King Jr’s enduring legacy calls us to a higher standard of citizenship and humanity, and these scheduled events provide a powerful path for every student to answer that call and contribute to his vision of “Unity through Service.”
We kick off Martin Luther King Jr Day with a Day of Service, where Michigan Tech students and community members can give back to the Copper Country Humane Society, Letters Against Isolation, the Bluffs Senior Living Facility, and the Community Alliance for Progressive Education at 10:00 am, where your hands-on effort can make a tangible difference in the local community. By volunteering, you are actively participating in the work of social uplift that Dr. King championed. Give your time, apply your talents, and live the spirit of service.
Michigan Tech students will also read to local schoolchildren, spreading Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s history and legacy to young minds in our community.
Our Interfaith Service starts at 4:15 pm in the Van Pelt and Opie Library, East Reading Room, offering a space for quiet introspection that draws on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s spiritual foundation and his call for unity across all faiths.
The campus and community are invited to participate in a Peace March, beginning with a gathering at the Husky Statue at 5:00 PM. The procession will travel to the Alumni House and return. Walking together, we will publicly reaffirm Michigan Tech’s dedication to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s enduring principles of justice and nonviolence, making a powerful, visible statement about our commitment to an equitable future.
The day concludes with a shared meal and a panel discussion featuring alumni Jemel Thompson, Jailynn Johnson, and Austin McFarlane, offering a chance to connect, reflect, and hear their stories of resilience.
Dinner will begin at 5:30 pm in the MUB Ballroom. Gather with fellow students, faculty, and staff to share stories from your service, discuss the meaning of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy, and strengthen the bonds of the Michigan Tech community.
This Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Day, don’t just take the day off. Show up. Serve. Reflect. Act. Honor Dr. King’s legacy by engaging with the events and making a meaningful difference right here in Houghton.
Join the Memorial Union Building and Campus Store for MTU Hockey Away Game Watch Parties. Catch the action live, bring your favorite snacks and non-alcoholic beverages, and enjoy FREE popcorn on us!
These events are alcohol-free, open to students and campus community members, and a great way to watch Tech Hockey with fellow fans!
The Copper Country Humane Society is hosting Raise the Woof, a comedy tour that supports local animals through a night of fun and awareness.
The event features Sara Young and Carl Lee on January 10 at the Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. and the show begins at 8 p.m.
Tickets start at $15 and can be purchased through the Ticketing Office.
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The Spring Semester is here!
The Spring Semester Building Hours will be in effect from January 5 – April 23 for all SDC, Gates, and OAP Facilities. Plan ahead and check out our Open Rec and Spring Programs now, or take a look at our Tech Rec Weekly for a quick first week breakdown!
*Hours are subject to change.
For more information, visit our website by clicking here.
Go Huskies!
Michigan Tech’s Summer Youth Programs (SYP) is hiring for a variety of counselor and support roles for the 2026 season! Each summer, we create a mini college experience for more than 1,000 middle and high school students from across the U.S. and around the world—and we’re looking for energetic, motivated college students to be part of it.
If you’re interested in a meaningful, fun, and resume-building summer opportunity—or just want to learn more—visit our website for position details, application instructions, and more.
We can’t wait to connect with you!
Join us for BINGO in the Memorial Union Building on January 15! Ticket prices start at $25 for students and $65 for non-MTU students. The bingo event includes raffles, a silent auction, and dinner.
Scan the QR code or purchase your tickets online by going to ducks.org/michigan – First Annual MTU BINGO: Thu, Jan 15, 2026
Doors open at 5:00pm.
Dinner at 6:00pm.
Bingo at 6:30pm.
Bingo winners get a choice of a firearm, prize off Reeds banner, or $300 in cash! For more information, call/text Morgan: (810) 441-8474
Not sure if counseling is right for you? Try Let’s Talk on Tuesday, January 13th, from 1-3pm in the Alumni House! This free, informal, and confidential service is a chance to chat with a Michigan Tech counselor about mental health questions or concerns. Available to all undergraduate and graduate MTU students—stop by and start the conversation!
Let’s Talk is not a substitute for formal counseling and does not constitute mental health treatment. Additionally, Let’s Talk is not designed to provide emergency or crisis support. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis or emergency, please contact emergency and crisis support at 1-877-376-7896.
Start off the semester right by spending some time at Cookies and Coloring! Stop by the Alumni House on Friday, January 9th, between 2 – 4pm for some free cookies and coloring! Enjoy tasty treats while you relax with some coloring—it’s a perfect way to de-stress and recharge after the first week of the new semester
Board games > boredom. Whether you’re into strategy, silliness, or just want to hang out, Board Game Night is your go-to campus hangout. Join us for the first board game night of the new year on Wednesday, January 7th, from 6-8pm in the Wadsworth Hall Annex (G11, the room attached to the Campus Cafe)!
Sleep plays a huge role in how we feel and function. Join us for a Substances & Sleep Husky Hour on Tuesday, January 20th at 4pm to explore how caffeine, alcohol, and marijuana can influence sleep patterns and recovery. Whether you’re curious or looking for ways to feel more rested, this conversation is for you.
Want to get outside this winter? Look no further!
The Outdoor Adventure Program is hosting open snowshoeing events this winter! These are free for students with all the gear provided. No previous experience is needed. Dress warmly and come snowshoe the MTU trail system with us!
FIRST Alumni of Michigan Tech,
We’re excited to announce that we will be hosting our Robot in 3 Days 2026 event beginning January 10th, 2026 at 12:00PM Eastern live from the Alley Makerspace. Michigan Tech will be represented by 40 talented students from Copper Country Robotics working across 72 hours to bring a robot for the FIRST Robotics Competition REBUILT game to life. Teams and students across the country look at Michigan Tech as an example for their robots, and we have a real impact on the FIRST Robotics community!
Watch, share, and give feedback during our 72 hour stream. We’d love to hear from you about what you think, and would love your FIRST team’s support throughout this competition season!
Visit ccr.students.mtu.edu/ri3d for more, or follow us on YouTube, Instagram, and Twitch for live updates of what we’re getting up to!
If you’re interested in volunteering with us and making a difference in the Upper Peninsula at FIRST Robotics, reach out to us at ccr-contact@mtu.edu and we can connect you with details!
Didn’t have time to prep a meal? Want to help reduce food waste? Stop by the HuskyFAN food pantry Tuesday through Friday to grab a UFO meal! These pre-packaged meals are easy to just heat up in the microwaves in Fisher Hall, the library, or the MUB!
Upcycled Food Operations (UFO) delivers leftovers and ready to eat meals from Wadsworth Dining Hall directly to the HuskyFAN food pantry. UFO meals are free and available Tuesday through Friday on the first floor of Fisher Hall as supplies last.
Check the Sustainable MTU instagram highlights for the latest meal, and check the HuskyFAN calendar for pantry hours!
The Sustainability Film Series returns to Michigan Tech on Thursday, January 15. Now in its 16th year, the series continues the tradition of bringing timely, informative, and thought-provoking films to campus. The series fosters meaningful dialogue and reflection among Michigan Tech faculty, students, and staff, as well as members of the broader Keweenaw community.
Films will be screened at 7 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month from January through May in Fisher Hall Room 138 on Michigan Tech’s main campus. Each screening is followed by a facilitated discussion, with refreshments provided.
The series is open to the public, and all films are free to attend. A suggested $5 donation is greatly appreciated to help support the continuation of the series. If you make a donation online, please designate gifts to the “Sustainability Film Series”.
The Sustainability Film Series, coordinated by the Michigan Tech Office of Sustainability and Resilience, offers thought-provoking films and engaging conversations around environmental and sustainability topics.
January’s film ‘Jane’ uses a trove of never-before-seen footage to tell the story of Jane Goodall’s early explorations and research in Tanzania, focusing on her groundbreaking field work, her relationship with her cameraman and husband Hugo van Lawick, and the chimpanzees that were the subject of her study.
‘Jane’ will be shown at 7 p.m. on Thursday, January 15 in Fisher Hall 138. Refreshments will be provided, and each film will be followed by a facilitated discussion. The Sustainability Film Series is free and everyone is welcome to attend. A suggested $5 donation is appreciated and helps to support the continued offering of this film series.
Stop by Michigan Tech’s Spring Study Away Fair next Thursday, January 15, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Library East Reading Room to learn more about the various study away opportunities available to MTU students!
There will be representatives and resources available from several different study away program types and international education opportunities.
Attending the Spring Study Away Fair is a great way to gain an initial understanding of:
After the fair, be sure to visit MTU Study Away to learn more and schedule an appointment to discuss how you can get started!
Friendship Bracelet Making with Delta Phi Epsilon!
Are you interested in Sorority life at Michigan Tech?
Do you want to get to know the sisters of Delta Phi Epsilon?
Join DPhiE in making friendship bracelets on Saturday, Jan. 10 from 12:00-1:30p.m., at 1019 College Ave! Rides will be leaving Wads at 11:50am.
Cards & Charcuterie with Delta Phi Epsilon
Join DPhiE in making cards and eating charcuterie on Wednesday, Jan. 14 from 6:00-7:30p.m., at 1019 College Ave! Rides will be leaving Wads at 5:50p.m.
Hey RSO Leaders,
Has your organization attended the RSO Budget Hearing Info Sessions with the Undergraduate Student Government yet? All organizations are required to attend at least one Info Session (by sending at least one representative) to gain the information that you need to know for Budget Hearings (if you plan on submitting a budget).
The final two Info Sessions are on Thursday, January 8th and Friday, January 9th at 7:30PM in M&M U115! You aren’t required to bring anything, but you will be asked to fill out a Google Form to verify your attendance.
Please see more details and information about Budget Hearings at usg.mtu.edu/budget-hearings, and reach out to the USG Treasurer at usg-treasurer@mtu.edu if you have any questions or concerns.
Excited to see you!
The Van Pelt and Opie Library and Campus Store collaborate every semester to identify assigned course materials that are available in the Library’s print and electronic collections. These materials may be searched on the Course Materials at the Library page.
The Library and Campus Store hope this is a valuable service for students and instructors. Questions are encouraged and may be directed to library@mtu.edu
Jurassic Park
An industrialist invites some experts to visit his theme park of cloned dinosaurs. After a power failure, the creatures run loose, putting everyone’s lives, including his grandchildren’s, in danger.
Jurassic Park is Rated PG-13
Friday 01/09: 7pm and 10pm
Saturday 01/10: 7pm and 10 pm
Come join the log rolling club at Michigan Tech on Sundays from 5:00 to 6:30 pm in the SDC lap pool! Have fun rolling on the logs while listening to music. Compete against friends to see who has the best balance and endurance.
No experience is necessary. All you will need is to wear swimwear and bring your Tech ID to tap in. If you choose to wear shoes while log rolling, make sure they are designated swimming shoes (nothing dirty!).
Are you passionate about transit or active transportation? Do you want to make a difference in the Keweenaw?
Join the Transit Equity Advocates! Our first meeting is Monday, January 12th from 6-7pm in Fisher 101.
Want to learn more about what makes an area walkable?
Join us for our Walkability Audit! We’ll have an info and map-making session on January 26th during our usual club meeting. Sign up to participate in the Walkability Audit using this form.
The Green Campus Enterprise’s Transport Team is collecting data on which stops, arrival times, and departure times are preferable to users of the Hancock Commuter and Evening Shuttles.
Additionally, they would also like feedback on how the routes are communicated to users. If you use these routes, please fill out this survey by January 25th.
Career Services is hosting the Spring 2026 On‑Campus Jobs Expo on Jan. 14 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Alumni Lounge of the MUB. Please stop by to explore job opportunities available across campus.
At the Expo, University departments and units will share job descriptions, typical hiring timelines, and the skills they look for, helping you prepare, ask questions, and make early connections for roles available now or opening later in the year.
A part‑time campus job offers more than income. It’s a meaningful co‑curricular experience that can lead to internships, co‑ops, full‑time roles after graduation, and even research opportunities that strengthen future graduate school applications.
For more information, contact Career Services at career@mtu.edu.
Michigan Tech is gearing up for the 2nd Annual Zero Waste Hockey Game, challenging fans to help the Huskies reduce waste during the January 17 matchup against Minnesota State.
Attendees will notice several sustainability-friendly changes at the game, including compostable packaging at concessions, waste collection stations with clearly marked recycling and composting bins, and volunteer support to guide proper waste sorting. Volunteers will ensure proper waste management after the game, partnering with Recycle 906 and Partridge Creek Compost to divert materials from landfills. This event is a collaborative effort between MTU Athletics, Husky Eats, and the Office of Sustainability and Resilience.
Interested in volunteering during the Zero Waste Hockey Game? Multiple volunteer shifts are available, and volunteers gain free entry into the game. Sign up to volunteer and support sustainability efforts on campus!
Commit to be fit with Adult HuskiesFit Programs!
HuskiesFit offers a variety of group fitness classes to keep you motivated and moving. FREE for SDC Members! Passes for the general public ($105) and MTU students ($65) are semester-based, for unlimited classes and EXPIRE on April 23, 2026. Classes may vary in length, location, or number of available seats.
Want something different? Check out aikido, rowing, or self-defense programs for more specific skills!
Group Fitness:
Programs:
Questions? Email recreation@mtu.edu
Registration for Session 1 of Spring 2026 Michigan Tech Aquatics Programs closes today!
Explore our programs for all ages and abilities:
Important Information for Parents/Guardians for program registration:
To register your child for aquatics programs this coming fall, you’ll need to:
1. Create your account *Note: Due to system constraints, only current students, faculty, and staff may use an MTU email. All others must use or create a different email address to create an account.
2. Add your children as your affiliates (with their date of birth)
3. Register your child through their affiliate profile (profile options in the top right corner), not your own, for any program with an age requirement
This ensures accurate participant information and correct age group placement.
Additional information on how to create your user account can be found here.
Additional information on how to create your child’s affiliate account can be found here.
Questions? Contact Annie Boyle at ambengry@mtu.edu or 906-487-2995.
See you at the pool!
Are you trying to find a way home for Winter Break? There are still a few tickets remaining for the Winter Lower Michigan Break Bus. A roundtrip ticket can be purchased here for $164.00.
This bus travels from Houghton to East Lansing, Michigan and makes stops at the following locations:
Here is the approximate schedule for stops.
Questions? Please contact the Undergraduate Student Government at breakbus@mtu.edu.
Winter in the Keweenaw doesn’t slow us down—it cranks the energy up. With a new semester coming fast, 30 Ways in 66 Days—Winter Edition is your shortcut to starting strong. From quick habits to campus experiences, it gives you 66 days of simple, meaningful ways to stay motivated, connected, and on top of your game.
And you definitely don’t want to miss the kickoff events: The Broomball Drop on Jan. 6th, where the whole campus comes alive, and Winter Involvement Fair on Jan. 8th, your chance to discover new opportunities, meet people, and jump into the semester on a high note.
Find out more about 30 ways in 66 days here !
Looking to join a student organization next semester? Get a WIF of what’s cooking at the Winter Involvement Fair, January 8th from 12pm-3pm in the MUB Ballroom and Alumni Lounge.
The fair will feature:
– Student Organizations: Many student organizations will be there to share about their group.
– Soup: Learn how to make dried soup mixes for a tasty dinner with Husky Eats.
– Beat the Boss: Challenge the MUB staff in some retro video games in the MUB Commons.
– Campus Store Discount: Come check out the fair and get a 20% off coupon for the Campus Store.
Find out more info on our website.
In today’s world, engaging in open, honest, and authentic dialogue is essential for personal growth, community building, and creating lasting change. This event provides a safe and supportive space for participants to explore their individual comfort with different conversations, learn effective communication strategies, and practice engaging in courageous dialogue.
Through this program, participants will:
Join the conversation: Thursday, January 15th from 5:30-6:30 PM in MUB Ballroom B.
Pizza and soda will be provided.
Please RSVP on Involvement Link by Sunday, January 11th.
There will be FREE dessert bowls in the Biology Learning Center (BLC) which is located in Dow 744 during Finals Week! Everyone is welcome to grab some treats, even if you are not part of the biology department. We will also be showing a fun science movie on the BLC TV, so stay awhile and hang out!
Event runs Monday-Wednesday during BLC open hours of finals week. (Monday & Tuesday 12-7pm, Wednesday 12-5pm)
The Office of Alumni Engagement is hosting a brief New Alumni Welcome immediately before the commencement rehearsal on Friday December 12, in the SDC Multipurpose Room for our Fall 2025 graduates.
Be sure to arrive at your rehearsal a few minutes early to sign the class banner, receive your alumni welcome gift, and enjoy a treat!
The SDC and Gates Tennis Center will observe reduced hours over Winter Break beginning Friday, December 12, 2025, through Sunday, January 4, 2026. All facilities will be closed on the following dates:
Commencement, Saturday, December 13
Christmas Eve, Wednesday, December 24
Christmas Day, Thursday, December 25
New Year’s Eve, Wednesday, December 31
New Year’s Day, Thursday, January 1
Regular business hours will resume Monday, January 5.
In recognition of Veteran’s Day, this panel featured faculty, staff, students, and retirees who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. Through personal stories and open dialogue, our panelists shared insights about their time in service, the transition to civilian and academic life, and what it means to build supportive communities for veterans on campus.
Find the recording of the November 10th event on the Michigan Tech CommUNITY Education Team website
Reserve your tickets for the annual Winter Carnival Comedian, a cherished Michigan Tech tradition. This year, Late Night Programming and the Rozsa Center present the viral sensation, Zarna Garg, and tickets are going fast!
Zarna Garg is a viral comedy star with 2M+ social media followers and stand-up specials on Hulu and Amazon Prime.
She headlined her own sold-out tour, and opened for legends Tina Fey and Amy Poehler on their Restless Leg Tour. She also hosts her own podcast and is featured on Amy Poehler’s new podcast Good Hang with Amy Poehler.
Zarna is best known for her hilarious observations on the challenge of raising college-aged kids and offers sharp, hilarious commentary on life in America as an immigrant.
The Winter Carnival Comedian is a highly anticipated event. Because this is a reserved seating show, you must reserve your seats in advance to ensure entry!
Reserve in advance by visiting the Rozsa Box Office or fill out the Michigan Tech Student Rush Ticket Request Form to request your free tickets.
Michigan Tech Students are entitled to one free ticket for yourself and one free ticket for a plus one to accompany you. Note: Student must be present at the performance with a valid HuskyCard for guest ticket to be valid.
Event Details:
What: Winter Carnival Comedian: Zarna Garg – Presented by Late Night Programing and the Rozsa Center
When: Friday, February 6, 2026 | Doors 9:30 | Show 10 p.m.
Where: Rozsa Center
Tickets: Free Michigan Tech Student Rush Tickets
Jordan Craven, a Michigan Tech student entrepreneur, has launched an app called SizeMatch by Sizeologic, a tool designed to help you identify your clothing size across different brands. Sizeologic is looking for 100 users to test the app and provide feedback that will guide future development!
It takes less than 5 minutes, and every user will be entered to win a $25 amazon gift card at the end of the year! Share your SizeCode with your friends and family this christmas season so they can get you the correct size clothing at every store.
Try the Beta Here: sizematch.sizeologic.com
Thank you all so much! -Jordan Craven
Starting on January 1st 2026, all reservations for the Cherry Room (Room 37 0138W in Wadsworth Hall) will be handled by the Residential Living Office , similar to how other spaces in Wadsworth Hall are reserved. The MUB will sunset Cherry Room reservations via the 25Live system. For more information, contact mubrooms@mtu.edu
The Michigan Tech community is ready to transform this “day off” into a powerful Day On—a genuine commitment to service, reflection, and meaningful action. Martin Luther King Jr’s enduring legacy calls us to a higher standard of citizenship and humanity, and these scheduled events provide a powerful path for every student to answer that call and contribute to his vision of “Unity through Service”
We kick off Martin Luther King Jr Day with a Day of Service where Michigan tech students and community members can give back to the Copper Country Humane Society, Letters Agianst Isolation, the Bluffs Senior Living Facility, and the Community Alliance for Progressive Education at 10:00 am, where your hands-on effort can make a tangible difference in the local community. By volunteering, you are actively participating in the work of social uplift that Dr. King championed. Give your time, apply your talents, and live the spirit of service.
Michigan Tech students will also read to local schoolchildren, spreading Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s history and legacy to young minds in our community.
Our Interfaith Service starts at 4:15 pm in the Van Pelt and Opie Library, East Reading Room, offering a space for quiet introspection that draws on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s spiritual foundation and his call for unity across all faiths.
The campus and community are invited to participate in a Peace March, beginning with a gathering at the Husky Statue at 5:00 PM. The procession will travel to the Alumni House and return. Walking together, we will publicly reaffirm Michigan Tech’s dedication to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s enduring principles of justice and nonviolence, making a powerful, visible statement about our commitment to an equitable future.
The day concludes with a shared meal and a panel discussion featuring alumni Jemel Thompson, Jailynn Johnson, and Austin McFarlane, offering a chance to connect, reflect, and hear their stories of resilience.
Dinner will begin at 5:30 pm in the MUB Ballroom. Gather with fellow students, faculty, and staff to share stories from your service, discuss the meaning of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy, and strengthen the bonds of the Michigan Tech community.
This Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Day, don’t just take the day off. Show up. Serve. Reflect. Act. Honor Dr. King’s legacy by engaging with the events and making a meaningful difference right here in Houghton.
Join Michigan Tech students and community members on Monday, January 19th, starting at 10:00 AM to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy through hands-on service.
When: January 19th @ 10:00 AM
Where: Give back to the Copper Country Humane Society, Letters Against Isolation, the Bluffs Senior Living Facility, and the Community Alliance for Progressive Education (CAPE).
This Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Day, don’t just take the day off. Show up. Serve. Reflect. Act. Honor Dr. King’s legacy by engaging with the events and making a meaningful difference right here in Houghton. More details can be found on GivePulse.
Upcycled Food Operations (UFO) delivers leftovers and ready to eat meals from Wadsworth Dining Hall directly to the HuskyFAN food pantry. UFO meals are free and available Tuesday through Friday on the first floor of Fisher Hall.
Check the Sustainable MTU instagram highlights for the latest meal, and check the HuskyFAN calendar for pantry hours!
Registration for Session 1 of Spring 2026 Michigan Tech Aquatics Programs are open!
Explore our programs for all ages and abilities:
Important Information for Parents/Guardians for program registration:
To register your child for aquatics programs this coming fall, you’ll need to:
1. Create your account *Note: Due to system constraints, only current students, faculty, and staff may use an MTU email. All others must use or create a different email address to create an account.
2. Add your children as your affiliates (with their date of birth)
3. Register your child through their affiliate profile (profile options in top right corner), not your own, for any program with an age requirement
This ensures accurate participant information and correct age group placement.
Create your accounts early to be ready!
Additional information on how to create your user account can be found here.
Additional information on how to create your child’s affiliate account can be found here.
Questions? Contact Annie Boyle at ambengry@mtu.edu or 906-487-2995.
See you at the pool!
Time is running out to honor the outstanding leaders, organizations, and achievements within Michigan Tech’s fraternity and sorority community. Nominations for the Fraternity/Sorority Life Awards officially close on Sunday, December 7.
These annual awards celebrate chapters and individuals who demonstrate excellence in leadership, service, scholarship, and community involvement. Whether you want to highlight a chapter’s accomplishments, recognize an advisor’s dedication, or spotlight a member who has gone above and beyond, now is the time to make your voice heard.
Nominations can be submitted online. Don’t miss your chance to help honor student leaders and chapters that thrive at Michigan Tech. Submit your nominations before the deadline.
P.S. Don’t forget the 20th Annual celebration will be held on Sunday, January 25, 2026, at 7:00 PM in the Memorial Union Building Ballroom.
Looking to join a student organization next semester? Get a WIF of what’s cooking at the Winter Involvement Fair, January 8th from 12pm-3pm in the MUB Ballroom and Alumni Lounge.
The fair will feature:
Find out more info on our website.
While trying to lead a quiet suburban life, a family of undercover superheroes are forced into action to save the world.
The Incredibles is rated PG
Friday (12/5) 5:30pm 8:30pm 11:30pm
Saturday (12/6) 5:30pm 8:30pm 11:30pm
Located on Michigan Tech’s campus in Fisher 135. Free admission for tech students and $5 for community members. Concessions are $1.50 card is accepted. We hope to see you at the movie this weekend and have a great day.
Starting on January 1st 2026, all reservations for the Cherry Room (Room 37 0138W in Wadsworth Hall) will be handled by the Residential Living Office, similar to how other spaces in Wadsworth Hall are reserved. The MUB will sunset Cherry Room reservations via the 25Live system. For more information, contact mubrooms@mtu.edu
The Spring 2026 student bills are available on November 19, 2025 and due by 5:00 pm on January 2, 2026. The University will be CLOSED from December 24, 2025 – January 1, 2026. Please watch your email for an IMPORTANT PAYMENT INFORMATION email that will be coming from the Student Billing office.
For questions, please email student-billing@mtu.edu prior to the University Closure to ensure a timely response. Emails received during the closure may not be answered until we’re back in the office on January 2nd.
Pick up your order Monday, December 8 – Thursday, December 11 from 8:30am–4:30pm at the Campus Store.
Location: Around the corner from the MUB Market at the Campus Store buyback window, just follow the signs! Bring a photo ID to receive your order.
Congrats, soon-to-be grads!
Paw Prints: The Michigan Tech Journal of First-Year Writing has updated submission deadlines!
We’re now accepting rolling submissions–you can submit your UN1015 journal article for consideration for publication at any time. Review of submissions is ongoing. Contact the editorial team at pawprints@mtu.edu with questions!
If you’re proud of your work in UN1015 and would like to see it in print, navigate to our submissions page here: Submissions | Paw Prints, fill out your information, and submit a link or upload the draft. It’s that easy!
The editorial board consists of advanced undergraduate MTU students; they will be reviewing and recommending pieces for inclusion in the journal.
If your article is accepted for publication, you will work with upper-division students on revising and editing your piece for appearance in the journal. Students who complete the suggested revisions will see their article through to publication.
There is a $100 publication scholarship for students whose articles are published!
Earn your American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification in this intensive training course located at the Michigan Tech SDC Pool. The certification includes Lifeguarding (Including Deep Water) with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers, First Aid Certification and all training materials. All participants must be 15 years of age or older by the first date of the course (documentation required).
Required water skills include the ability to:
For additional details on registering for this course to receive ACADEMIC CREDIT, please reach out to Ann Boyle at ambengry@mtu.edu or 906-487-2995.
January 7-11
The Copper Country Humane Society is hosting Raise the Woof, a comedy tour that supports local animals through a night of fun and awareness. The event features Carl Lee and DJ Kamoflage on January 10 at the Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. and the show begins at 8 p.m. Tickets can be purchased through the Ticketing Office.
Student volunteers are needed for ushering. Ushers help welcome guests, scan tickets, and promote the 50/50 raffle. Students can sign up to volunteer on GivePulse.
If you want to support the Humane Society and help make the event a success, consider signing up to volunteer.
Close out your semester by spending some time at Cookies and Coloring! Stop by the Alumni House basement on Friday, December 5th between 2-4pm for some free cookies and coloring! Enjoy tasty treats while you relax with some coloring—it’s a perfect way to de-stress and recharge.
Stressed? Burnt out? Wrap up the semester with some low-pressure fun at Board Game Night no studying required, just snacks, laughs, and a good time. Join us on Wednesday, December 3rd from 6-8pm, stop by the Wadsworth Hall Annex, (G11, the room attached to the Campus Cafe)!
As the number of student organizations on campus continues to grow and available practice space becomes more limited, the Student Development Center (SDC) is committed to reserving a 2-hour time slot once a week for each organization during Registered Student Organization (RSO) hours. We kindly ask that you complete the student organization request form regarding your organization’s needs for the SDC. Your feedback is important to us, and we look forward to collaborating with you.
The reservation period for the spring semester will begin on Monday, November 17, and will continue until December 22. During this time, RSOs can reserve space in the SDC for the upcoming academic semester. Please note that reservations will be processed starting January 2. We will ensure that everyone has an equal opportunity to secure a space. Once the reservations have been added to the calendar and availability is confirmed, we will email student organizations to invite them to request a second time slot at the SDC.
After the spring semester is finalized, you can view the facility schedule and make additional reservations using DSE, our facilities reservation system. Step-by-step instructions for making a reservation are available at the top left of the system.
If you have any questions, please contact Laura Givens at lgivens@mtu.edu.
Have a great week,
Michigan Tech Recreation
Upcycled Food Operations (UFO) delivers leftovers and ready to eat meals from Wadsworth Dining Hall directly to the HuskyFAN food pantry. UFO meals are free and available Tuesday through Friday on the first floor of Fisher Hall.
Check the Sustainable MTU instagram highlights for the latest meal, and check the HuskyFAN calendar for pantry hours!
Stop by Student Support and Mentorship at the Alumni House December 1–5, between 8am and 5pm, to grab a snack to fuel your focus as you study for finals!
Questions? Contact us at mentorship@mtu.edu
What is Inclusive Access?
The Inclusive Access (IA) program is a textbook model in collaboration with top publishers that converts books into digital content. All students in a class buy into the content, lowering the cost for everyone. All students in a class also get access to the content on the first day. The digital content may also include Interactive Learning Platforms, also known as Courseware.
How do I pay for my access?
Inclusive Access will be charged to your student bill at the time tuition is due. If you decide to Opt-Out of IA by the given deadline, you will receive a refund to your student account within 10 business days. It will show on your student bill as Campus Store Charge – Inclusive Access. Check your email and your account regularly.
Note: Professors may add textbooks to your course late. You may receive a late bill, check your account regularly.
What does it mean to Opt-Out?
If you do not wish to participate in the Inclusive Access program, you have until the middle of the second week of classes to opt out of the program online. If you opt out by the deadline given, access to the online content will be disabled. To opt out, please refer to the specific course module in Canvas.
Who should I contact if I have any questions about my Inclusive Access?
Start by asking your instructor if you can’t find your materials. I have further questions that were not addressed, who do I contact? Please email us at campusstore@mtu.edu or stop by!
There will be FREE dessert bowls in the Biology Learning Center (BLC) which is located in Dow 744 during Finals Week! Everyone is welcome to grab some treats, even if you are not part of the biology department. We will also be showing a fun science movie on the BLC TV, so stay awhile and hang out!
Event runs Monday-Wednesday during BLC open hours of finals week. (Monday & Tuesday 12-7pm, Wednesday 12-5pm)
The Office of Alumni Engagement is hosting a brief New Alumni Welcome immediately before the commencement rehearsal on Friday December 12, in the SDC Multipurpose Room for our Fall 2025 graduates.
Be sure to arrive at your rehearsal a few minutes early to sign the class banner, receive your alumni welcome gift, and enjoy a treat!
DIY Cookie Decorating – December 10
Michigan Tech students are invited to take a break from end-of-semester stress and enjoy a fun, hands-on activity at the DIY Cookie Decorating event on December 10, during lunchtime at the Social House. This drop-in event encourages creativity and relaxation as students design their own festive cookies using colorful icing, sprinkles, and other decorative toppings.
The event is open to all students and provides a casual space to unwind, socialize, and enjoy a sweet treat before finals week begins. Whether you’re an experienced baker or just looking for a fun study break, this DIY experience offers a chance to create your own edible masterpiece.
Evening Pancake Breakfast – December 8, 7 PM
The long-standing Michigan Tech tradition continues with this year’s Evening Pancake Breakfast, held on December 8 at 7 PM in the Van Pelt and Opie Library. Students are invited to kick off exam week with a warm, comforting breakfast served at night—complete with pancakes, toppings, bacon, juice, and Velodrome coffee.
This event is free and open to all Michigan Tech students. Gluten-free options will be available so everyone can enjoy the celebration. The Evening Pancake Breakfast provides a welcoming atmosphere to relax, recharge, and connect with classmates before diving into finals.
The event is sponsored by Dining Services, the Van Pelt and Opie Library, and MTU Student Affairs, continuing a tradition that brings the campus community together each semester.
Have any spare dry/canned food? Looking to make a difference? HuskyFAN is hosting a winter food drive in collaboration with the AAAA (Furries at Michigan Tech) from December 1-5! No matter where you are on campus, there’s plenty of locations where you can drop your food off, including:
– Wadsworth Hall Front Desk
– West McNair Hall Lounge
– Fisher Hall main bulletin board (near Fisher 135)
– R.L. Smith Building (MEEM) front entrance
– EERC front entrance
– SDC main entrance
You can drop off your food any time at any of the listed locations above. The food you donate will help fellow students in need, making sure that no husky goes hungry!
Curious about what HuskyFAN does? Want to learn more? Check out this quick slide deck to learn how you can help to minimize food insecurity with them.
The SDC and Gates Tennis Center will observe reduced hours over Winter Break beginning Friday, December 12, 2025, through Sunday, January 4, 2026. All facilities will be closed on the following dates:
Commencement, Saturday, December 13
Christmas Eve, Wednesday, December 24
Christmas Day, Thursday, December 25
New Year’s Eve, Wednesday, December 31
New Year’s Day, Thursday, January 1
Regular business hours will resume Monday, January 5.
In recognition of Veteran’s Day, this panel featured faculty, staff, students, and retirees who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. Through personal stories and open dialogue, our panelists shared insights about their time in service, the transition to civilian and academic life, and what it means to build supportive communities for veterans on campus.
Find the recording of the November 10th event on the Michigan Tech CommUNITY Education Team website
Reserve your tickets for the annual Winter Carnival Comedian, a cherished Michigan Tech tradition. This year, Late Night Programming and the Rozsa Center present the viral sensation, Zarna Garg, and tickets are going fast!
Zarna Garg is a viral comedy star with 2M+ social media followers and stand-up specials on Hulu and Amazon Prime.
She headlined her own sold-out tour, and opened for legends Tina Fey and Amy Poehler on their Restless Leg Tour. She also hosts her own podcast and is featured on Amy Poehler’s new podcast Good Hang with Amy Poehler.
Zarna is best known for her hilarious observations on the challenge of raising college-aged kids and offers sharp, hilarious commentary on life in America as an immigrant.
The Winter Carnival Comedian is a highly anticipated event. Because this is a reserved seating show, you must reserve your seats in advance to ensure entry!
Reserve in advance by visiting the Rozsa Box Office or fill out the Michigan Tech Student Rush Ticket Request Form to request your free tickets.
It’s election time! There will be several open positions on our E-Board for this upcoming cycle. Voters must be present to have their vote counted. Elections will be followed by a presentation from PhD candidate and fellow club member, Suphanat Juengprasertsak. Food will be provided!
Jordan Craven, a Michigan Tech student entrepreneur, has launched an app called SizeMatch by Sizeologic, a tool designed to help you identify your clothing size across different brands. Sizeologic is looking for 100 users to test the app and provide feedback that will guide future development!
It takes less than 5 minutes, and every user will be entered to win a $25 amazon gift card at the end of the year! Share your SizeCode with your friends and family this christmas season so they can get you the correct size clothing at every store.
Try the Beta Here: sizematch.sizeologic.com
Thank you all so much! -Jordan Craven
FREE COMMUNITY CONCERT
1 of over 300 concerts worldwide. We come together one night a year in Houghton!
This year’s TubaChristmas will take place on Sunday, December 7th, at the Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts Lobby, featuring a FREE community concert at 6:00 PM. Earlier in the day, musicians will gather at 4:00 PM in the Rozsa Lobby for rehearsal.
We welcome Tuba and Euphonium players of all ages and skill levels to join us.
A $15 registration fee covers the cost of participation and a commemorative pin for the participant. We always encourage musicians to use their creativity to festively dress and decorate their instruments. Most commonly used are battery lights, garland, and ribbon.
Please fill out this pre-registration form to help us plan accordingly and provide fast check in day of.
For those unfamiliar, MERRY TUBACHRISTMAS® is a cherished global tradition, now celebrating its 52nd year. Created in 1974 by Dr. Harvey Phillips, this event honors his mentor, the legendary William J. Bell, and all the great tuba and euphonium artists who have shaped this musical heritage. Houghton joins more than 300 cities worldwide in presenting TubaChristmas concerts, where performers aged 8 to 92 celebrate the season through specially arranged traditional carols.
You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook to stay tuned @tubachristmas_houghton
Any questions can be directed to the Houghton TubaChristmas Coordinator, Austin J, at aujordan@mtu.edu
Join us for WIBIT Wednesday on Wednesday, December 3rd, 5:00pm-8:00pm!
Test your individual skills on the course or challenge your friend to a race across the obstacles.
Current MTU students and SDC Members (minimum 3-month) participate for free! (No registration required. Student/Member ID required for admission.)
Not a current student or SDC member? Purchase a WIBIT Wednesday Pass!
Receipt is required upon entry. No SDC day pass or action pass will be accepted for admission. A waiver of liability and concussion awareness form are required to be completed prior to participation. All participants under 12 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Adults must have event access (MTU student/SDC member/WIBIT Wednesday Pass holder).
Potential featured pieces include:
– The Step — This piece allows users to climb up onto the course.
– The Base — Users must make their way across a horizontal surface. Be careful how fast you move, as it can get slippery!
– The Cliff — Users must navigate either side of a slope using the handles and their balancing skills.
– V-Connect — Users must use limited footing space to navigate across the horizontal structure.
– The Bridge — Users must navigate up and over an arched structure without falling through.
– The Slope — Users must climb up a six-foot wall that leads to a slide into the pool water below!
December 3rd combination | Step, Bridge, Cliff, Slope
Questions? Contact Aquatics Manager Annie Boyle at ambengry@mtu.edu or 906-487-2995.
See you at the pool!
Mark your calendar! Registration for session 1 of Spring 2026 Michigan Tech Aquatics programs opens on Wednesday, December 10 at 8:00am!
Explore our programs for all ages and abilities:
Registration for Intramurals is officially open for the Spring 2026 Semester! Whether you’re looking to stay active, try something new, or just have fun with friends, we’ve got leagues and tournaments for all skill levels!
Check out our website HERE to learn more.
Support the Choirs of Michigan Tech!
As a Volunteer Usher, you play a critical role in creating a joyful experience at arts events. Led by Rozsa staff, you and other Ushers work together to greet guests, admit folks into the theater, assist with seating and wayfinding, connect guests to venue accommodations, and support effective crowdflow and emergency procedures. Usher roles will be decided as a team at the beginning of the volunteer shift.
Need a breather before finals? Come sip hot cocoa and make cards with us! Create something special for the holidays, Christmas, Hanukkah, or just to say thank you to someone who made your semester great. Bring a friend, enjoy the cozy vibes, and take a break on Tuesday, December 2 from 6–8 PM in the MUB Commons.
Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to keep up to date with our latest events!
Test your stacking skills and create creative and fun domino chains in a competition to see who can create the most impressive design and domino chain fall! Bring your friends or come make some new ones, there will be prizes for the top chains! We will provide the dominos, so we hope to see you there to enjoy one last event before finals week.
Join MUB Board for the second annual Photos with Santa Blizzard on December 2nd from 11am – 2pm in the MUB Commons!
Come for the pictures, stay for the Live Holiday Music from Michigan Tech’s very own JazTek! Whether you are looking to take a picture and scoot out, or stay around and jive with the tunes, we can’t wait to see you there!
Passionate about mental health? Looking for a way to make a difference on campus? P.A.W.S. (Peer Awareness for Well-Being and Support) is accepting nominations for the Spring 2026 cohort! This program equips students with valuable training in active listening, empathy, and stress management while fostering a supportive community dedicated to mental health awareness. If you want to enhance your skills, connect with like-minded peers, and help create a culture of well-being at Michigan Tech, P.A.W.S. is the perfect opportunity.
Nominate yourself or a friend today! Nominations close November 21st for Spring 2026!
Receive $40 to spend on food at the Calumet Cool Season Farmers Market! All you have to do is show your SNAP/EBT card at the market info table! There is a variety of local produce available.
Open Saturdays, 10am – 1pm, at the Copper Country Curling Club in Calumet.
Learn more at: https://doubleupfoodbucks.org/bonus-bucks/
MTU students, staff, and members of the Houghton/Hancock community are invited to be a part of the Mining Survey created by the Quincy Mine team in AEE. The Quincy Mine team is working with Tom Wright, the Facilities Manager at the Quincy Mine Hoist Association, to understand perceptions of local non-operational mining sites, associated environmental concerns, and the possible utilization of existing mining sites for energy generation. The survey is anonymous and will only take 5-10 minutes to complete. The survey can be found here!
Mu Beta Psi is dedicated to the promotion of music on campus and in the community, and to support music through service, recognition, and scholarship. The men and women of Mu Beta Psi are a diverse group with many interests, but with one thing in common: we share a love for music.
Didn’t have time to prep a meal? Want to help reduce food waste? Stop by the HuskyFAN food pantry Tuesday through Friday to grab a UFO meal! These pre-packaged meals are easy to just heat up in the microwaves in Fisher Hall, the library, or the MUB!
Upcycled Food Operations (UFO) delivers leftovers and ready to eat meals from Wadsworth Dining Hall directly to the HuskyFAN food pantry. UFO meals are free and available Tuesday through Friday on the first floor of Fisher Hall as supplies last.
Check the Sustainable MTU instagram highlights for the latest meal, and check the HuskyFAN calendar for pantry hours!
Today is the last day of the Bike Lab this semester! Bring your bike by and get a tune before you store it for the winter!
Does your bike need some love? Want to learn some basics on how to keep your bike safe and efficient? Drop by the Campus Bike Lab popup, and we’ll help you fix your ride! We’ll be in the Fisher Hall lobby from 5-6pm every Monday and Wednesday until Fall Break.
Pro tip: add the MTU Sustainability Events Calendar to your Google Calendar for the most up to date schedule of all campus sustainability events!
Join Huskies Baking Club in baking apple pie for the last week of school. There are a limited number of slots, so if you are interested, make sure to sign up soon! For the sign up click here!
We at the Euchre Club are excited to bring our first euchre tournament of the 2025-2026 school year! Unlike our previous tournaments, this one will be hosted in Round Robin fashion, where every team will play 5 games. Although it may seem discouraging, a registration fee of $5 per person playing in the event is required. However, the winning team will be rewarded a cash pool prize, as well as a comically large check to go along with it.
This tournament will take place in the MUB Commons on Wednesday, November 19th at 6pm – 9pm. Please arrive at 5:45 for check-in.
To register, fill out this form here or scan the QR code in the flyer.
Meet us in MEEM 402 for the Acoustical Society of America Student Chapter’s first social event at 6 pm on November 20th. There will be ice cream! If you are interested in attending or learning more about the ASA Student Chapter please fill out this form .
Thank you, and we hope to see you there!
Can we ask for 2 minutes of your time? The Undergraduate Student Government is going through our Special Budget Group review process, and we want to know YOUR opinion on these organizations and prior experiences! We’d love for you to fill out our SBG Review Public Comment form with your thoughts, regardless of whether you’re a current member of the organization or someone who has sometimes interacted with the organization on the side.
The current groups we are seeking public comment for are current Special Budget Groups or other organizations seeking the status in this review cycle. Please provide any and all feedback or insights that you can!
Please visit usg.mtu.edu/sbg-comments to submit your feedback, or reach out to the Undergraduate Student Government Treasurer at usg-treasurer@mtu.edu for more information. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
Hey robot enthusiasts and FIRST Alumni,
Copper Country Robotics at Michigan Tech is hosting the second year of Robot in 3 Days at Michigan Tech, where the most dedicated FIRST Robotics students will ideate, design, build, program, and market a robot from scratch in just 72 hours! Starting on January 10th, 2025 at 12:00PM, we will work as a group to pioneer these engineering challenges. This year’s FIRST Robotics Competition game: REBUILT, presents great challenges to high school teams across the world, and colleges throughout the midwest and beyond are ramping up to show our skills and expertise as a core pillar of robot ideation and design. We’re looking for students to join our crew and help us become an example across the entire Upper Peninsula for what a sound and beautiful robot looks like.
Students participating in the challenge don’t have to be engineers (or even good at building). We need all sorts of skills ranging from programming, marketing, electronics, streaming, and presenting to make this run. Half of the battle is streaming this across the nation on our social media platforms and highlighting the expertise and design that makes Michigan Tech special!
If you want to get involved, RSVP before December 1st on our Involvement Link. In addition, check out our 2025 Robot in 3 Days robot, Blizzard T. Robot
Questions? Email ccr-contact@mtu.edu to get in touch with our Executive Board and RI3D Committee. We look forward to seeing you on the team!
Not sure if counseling is right for you? Try Let’s Talk on Tuesday, December 2nd from 12-2pm in the Minerals & Materials Building, room 718B! This free, informal, and confidential service is a chance to chat with a Michigan Tech counselor about mental health questions or concerns. Available to all undergraduate and graduate MTU students—stop by and start the conversation!
Let’s Talk is not a substitute for formal counseling and does not constitute mental health treatment. Additionally, Let’s Talk is not designed to provide emergency or crisis support. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis or emergency, please contact emergency and crisis support at 1-877-376-7896.
Close out your semester by spending some time at Cookies and Coloring! Stop by the Alumni House basement on Friday, December 5th between 2-4pm for some free cookies and coloring! Enjoy tasty treats while you relax with some coloring—it’s a perfect way to de-stress and recharge.
Stressed? Burnt out? Wrap up the semester with some low-pressure fun at Board Game Night no studying required, just snacks, laughs, and a good time. Join us on Wednesday, December 3rd from 6-8pm, stop by the Wadsworth Hall Annex, (G11, the room attached to the Campus Cafe)!
We need your input to update Michigan Tech’s understanding of student food access. Please take 5–10 minutes to complete the Food Security Survey by Friday, November 21.
Your responses—whether or not you’ve experienced food insecurity—help shape resources that support every Husky.
Complete the Food Security Survey by Nov. 21
Every response matters.
Do you have any old ice skates, soakers, or guards sitting around? Drop them off at the Figure Skating Club’s skate drive! The drive will run from November 17 to December 5, with bins in the Memorial Union Building by MUB 101 and in the library by the 24-hour door. Previously, we’ve had a bring-your-own-skates policy in our club, which can be financially draining. By donating skates, you provide the opportunity for participants to experience figure skating regardless of financial obstacles.
As the number of student organizations on campus continues to grow and available practice space becomes more limited, the Student Development Center (SDC) is committed to reserving a 2-hour time slot once a week for each organization during Registered Student Organization (RSO) hours. We kindly ask that you complete the student organization request form regarding your organization’s needs for the SDC. Your feedback is important to us, and we look forward to collaborating with you.
The reservation period for the spring semester will begin on Monday, November 17, and will continue until December 22. During this time, RSOs can reserve space in the SDC for the upcoming academic semester. Please note that reservations will be processed starting January 2. We will ensure that everyone has an equal opportunity to secure a space. Once the reservations have been added to the calendar and availability is confirmed, we will email student organizations to invite them to request a second time slot at the SDC.
After the spring semester is finalized, you can view the facility schedule and make additional reservations using DSE, our facilities reservation system. Step-by-step instructions for making a reservation are available at the top left of the system.
If you have any questions, please contact Laura Givens at lgivens@mtu.edu.
Have a great week,
Michigan Tech Recreation
The highly anticipated production of Men on Boats by Jacklyn Backhaus sets sail Tuesday through Friday, November 18-21, in the McArdle Theatre.
Heads up, Huskies! Opening night has already SOLD OUT, so if you want to catch this adventurous, hilarious, and thought-provoking show, you’ll need to secure your spot ASAP. Be sure to request your free Michigan Tech Student Rush Tickets early.
Synopsis:
Men on Boats tells the ‘mostly’ true, satirical story of John Wesley Powell’s 1869 expedition. Powell, a one-armed Civil War veteran, led a crew of ten men down the treacherous Colorado River through the uncharted Grand Canyon. It’s a journey filled with perilous rapids, rugged terrain, and plenty of interpersonal drama.
Director Nich Radcliffe explains, “I hope the audience leaves the theatre laughing. And I hope that laughter makes it easier to be honest with themselves, about the world, and about the place and the voice everyone deserves in it.”
Paige Harsevoort, who plays the expedition’s leader John Wesley Powell, agrees. “It’s a really funny show, there’ll be no shortage of laughter, I can promise you that,” she says. “But it’s also kinda hitting on some important topics that I think sometimes people don’t like to talk about. So I think it’s an interesting story and it’s kind of eye opening.”
Details
What: Men on Boats, a play by Jacklyn Backhaus
When: 7:30 p.m. | Tues-Fri, November 18-21, 2025
Where: McArdle Theatre
Tickets
Pay As You’re Able Tickets for this event are available online or in person at the Rozsa Box Office. This event is eligible for free Michigan Tech Student Rush Tickets.
The Spring 2026 student bills are available on November 19, 2025 and due by 5:00 pm on January 2, 2026. The University will be CLOSED from December 24, 2025 – January 1, 2026. Please watch your email for an IMPORTANT PAYMENT INFORMATION email that will be coming from the Student Billing office.
For questions, please email student-billing@mtu.edu prior to the University Closure to ensure a timely response. Emails received during the closure may not be answered until we’re back in the office on January 2nd.
Stop by Student Support and Mentorship at the Alumni House December 1–5, between 8am and 5pm, to grab a snack to fuel your focus as you study for finals!
Questions? Contact us at mentorship@mtu.edu
Come to the makerspace and paint a terracotta pot, all materials included, pots only, no plants included.
What is Inclusive Access?
The Inclusive Access (IA) program is a textbook model in collaboration with top publishers that converts books into digital content. All students in a class buy into the content, lowering the cost for everyone. All students in a class also get access to the content on the first day. The digital content may also include Interactive Learning Platforms, also known as Courseware.
How do I pay for my access?
Inclusive Access will be charged to your student bill at the time tuition is due. If you decide to Opt-Out of IA by the given deadline, you will receive a refund to your student account within 10 business days. It will show on your student bill as Campus Store Charge – Inclusive Access. Check your email and your account regularly.
Note: Professors may add textbooks to your course late. You may receive a late bill, check your account regularly.
What does it mean to Opt-Out?
If you do not wish to participate in the Inclusive Access program, you have until the middle of the second week of classes to opt out of the program online. If you opt out by the deadline given, access to the online content will be disabled. To opt out, please refer to the specific course module in Canvas.
Who should I contact if I have any questions about my Inclusive Access?
Start by asking your instructor if you can’t find your materials. I have further questions that were not addressed, who do I contact? Please email us at campusstore@mtu.edu or stop by!
Join us for WIBIT Wednesday on Wednesday, December 3rd, 5:00pm-8:00pm!
Test your individual skills on the course or challenge your friend to a race across the obstacles.
Current MTU students and SDC Members (minimum 3-month) participate for free! (No registration required. Student/Member ID required for admission.)
Not a current student or SDC member? Purchase a WIBIT Wednesday Pass!
Receipt is required upon entry. No SDC day pass or action pass will be accepted for admission. A waiver of liability and concussion awareness form are required to be completed prior to participation. All participants under 12 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Adults must have event access (MTU student/SDC member/WIBIT Wednesday Pass holder).
Potential featured pieces include:
– The Step — This piece allows users to climb up onto the course.
– The Base — Users must make their way across a horizontal surface. Be careful how fast you move, as it can get slippery!
– The Cliff — Users must navigate either side of a slope using the handles and their balancing skills.
– V-Connect — Users must use limited footing space to navigate across the horizontal structure.
– The Bridge — Users must navigate up and over an arched structure without falling through.
– The Slope — Users must climb up a six-foot wall that leads to a slide into the pool water below!
December 3rd combination | Step, Bridge, Cliff, Slope
Questions? Contact Aquatics Manager Annie Boyle at ambengry@mtu.edu or 906-487-2995.
See you at the pool!
Do you…
Then you might love The LeaderShape Institute.
The Institute is not a typical leadership retreat — it’s a transformative, 4 day experience built around exploring who you are, what you care about, and how you can make a difference. Throughout the Institute, participants dig into their personal values and learn how to lead with passion, integrity, and a healthy disregard for the impossible.
You’ll spend time connecting deeply with others, reflecting on what matters most to you, and building a vision for the kind of change you want to see in the world. It’s about discovering your authentic leadership style and learning how to use it to help create more caring, just, and equitable communities.
The Institute will take place Saturday, December 13 through Tuesday, December 16.
You can apply now here! Applications will close on Tuesday, November 18th.
If you have any questions about the Institute, please contact Student Leadership & Involvement at activities@mtu.edu.
Stop by and see the Automotive Enthusiasts this Sunday, November 16th between 10 AM – 2 PM to ensure that your vehicle is ready for winter! This outdoor vehicle safety awareness event will assist students, staff, and faculty in preparing their vehicles for winter weather by offering a brief inspection of key vehicle elements, providing minor services, and offering recommendations.
Experienced volunteers will perform tasks including:
-Check and adjust your tire pressure
-Inspect your windshield wiper blades
-Top-off windshield washer fluid
-Inspect your tire tread depth
The event will take place in Lot 14 by the Broomball Courts. The inspection area will be clearly marked with cones and directional signage to ensure an organized traffic flow, please proceed slowly and cautiously upon arrival. A volunteer will greet you.
Hot cocoa and baked goods will be available for event attendees!
Xi Sigma Pi’s annual silent auction is going to be on Tuesday November 18th from 10:00am to 6:00pm, which is the week before Thanksgiving break. We’ll have various items donated by CFRES students, faculty, and staff. In the past we’ve had earrings, posters, shirts, and hats.
Items will be displayed in the wood room on the second floor of the U.J. Noblet building with papers for bidding with each item.
Item pickup will be starting at 6:00pm, when the auction ends, until 6:30pm. Anything not picked up then will be held in Noblet 145A, the CFRES learning center, during our regular hours the next day. If items are not picked up then by the highest bidder, the second bidder will be emailed and can pick it up the following day.
Payment in cash is preferred, but Venmo is accepted.
Come get some cool items, and we hope to see you there!
Join us on Sunday, November 16, and soak up the good vibes of local Houghton band Cattle Dogs at WMTU’s first Tiny Booth Concert!
Can’t make it? No worries — listen live on 91.9 FM or watch on Twitch at twitch.tv/WMTU_Live!
Questions? Feel free to reach out on Instagram @wmtu.fm!
Club Discord: https://discord.gg/7JJNgKqc
Involvement Link: https://www.involvement.mtu.edu/organization/huskiesbaking
Instagram: @huskiesbakingclub
Unfortunately due to current flight cancellations, Ryan is unable to make the trek up here for this Friday’s comedy show and will be postponing to the Spring Semester.
MUB Board is currently working with the Rozsa to move the date and tickets, so stay tuned for more information as we have it. We apologize for the situation but hope to bring him soon!
Be sure to follow our Instagram (@mubboard) for real time updates!
Need a breather before finals? Come sip hot cocoa and make cards with us! Create something special for the holidays, Christmas, Hanukkah, or just to say thank you to someone who made your semester great. Bring a friend, enjoy the cozy vibes, and take a break on Tuesday, December 2 from 6–8 PM in the MUB Commons. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to keep up to date with our latest events!
Come join us for a hodgepodge of various crafts. From paint to beads, keychains to ornament making, and so much more! Hang out and craft with MUB Board’s Arts and Leisure committee and the amazing Tiny Knitz who will be providing lessons on how to crochet! Come while supplies last!
Design Ornaments, Decorate A Winter Tree
While Supplies Last!
Come check out the Alumni House, hangout with peers while designing and decorating, and decompress for a bit. Snacks Provided. Open 8-5 pm, stop by anytime. Everyone is welcome!
Where: Alumni House
When: November 10th – November 14th
Help us raise awareness around food access on our campus by designing an idea for a statue made of cans to go in the MUB for Winter Carnival!
Click here to submit, see specs, and learn more!
Does your bike need some love? Want to learn some basics on how to keep your bike safe and efficient? Drop by the Campus Bike Lab popup, and we’ll help you fix your ride! We’ll be in the Fisher Hall lobby from 5-6pm every Monday and Wednesday until Fall Break.
Pro tip: add the MTU Sustainability Events Calendar to your Google Calendar for the most up to date schedule of all campus sustainability events!
Noche de Baile is a free cultural event hosted by the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers. It will take place in the DHH Ballroom on campus, making it easy for everyone to join. We expect about 90–100 people to attend. This event is a fun way for students to relax, meet new people, and learn about Latino culture. There will be music, food, games, prizes, karaoke, glow in the dark face painting, and plenty of dancing!
Join GradSWE at the Grad Commons on Thursday, November 13th, from 5-6:30pm for game night! All are welcome!
Do you like free cookies? Come and get some at Cookies and Coloring! Stop by the Alumni House basement on Friday, November 14th between 2-4pm for some free cookies and coloring! Enjoy tasty treats while you relax with some coloring—it’s a perfect way to de-stress and recharge.
College life comes with new freedoms—and new financial decisions. Join us for our Financial Wellness Husky Hour, an interactive workshop where you’ll learn practical strategies for budgeting, saving, managing credit, and making your money work for you. Whether you’re trying to stretch your meal plan, avoid debt, or plan ahead for big goals, this session will give you the tools to feel confident about your financial future!
Laptops required!
Confused by copays, deductibles, and what’s actually covered? You’re not alone. Join us for our Navigating Health Insurance Husky Hour, a fun event designed to help you make sense of navigating health insurance and your coverage. We’ll break down key terms, explain how to use your insurance, and help ease frustrations with understanding your policy.
Passionate about mental health? Looking for a way to make a difference on campus?
P.A.W.S. (Peer Awareness for Well-Being and Support) is accepting nominations for the Spring 2026 cohort! This program equips students with valuable training in active listening, empathy, and stress management while fostering a supportive community dedicated to mental health awareness. If you want to enhance your skills, connect with like-minded peers, and help create a culture of well-being at Michigan Tech, P.A.W.S. is the perfect opportunity. Nominate yourself or a friend today! Nominations close November 21st for Spring 2026!
College is stressful, we get it. Take 10 minutes to check in with yourself at our free Mental Health Screening Day. You deserve to feel your best.
Are you a current BL2010 student? The Biology Learning Center (BLC) is hosting an exam review session for your next exam! Come review with us in the Biology Learning Center (BLC), located in DOW 744, TOMORROW (Thursday 11/13) from 7-9pm. No need to RSVP, just show up and bring all your questions!
Stop by the BLC or email Micaela at mrgebork@mtu.edu if you have any questions about the review session.
Receive $40 to spend on food at the Calumet Cool Season Farmers Market! All you have to do is show your SNAP/EBT card at the market info table! There is a variety of local produce available.
Open Saturdays, 10am – 1pm, at the Copper Country Curling Club in Calumet.
Learn more at: [doubleupfoodbucks.org/bonus-bucks]
MTU students, staff, and members of the Houghton/Hancock community are invited to be a part of the Mining Survey created by the Quincy Mine team in AEE. The Quincy Mine team is working with Tom Wright, the Facilities Manager at the Quincy Mine Hoist Association, to understand perceptions of local non-operational mining sites, associated environmental concerns, and the possible utilization of existing mining sites for energy generation. The survey is anonymous and will only take 5-10 minutes to complete. The survey can be found here !
Join us for Stitching Sustainability with Women in Natural Resources. We will be having a relaxed evening of creativity, community, and conservation. Enjoy hot chocolate and cookies while you breathe new life into old clothing through embroidery and upcycling.
We’ll provide some clothing pieces and all the supplies you’ll need, or feel free to bring your own items to personalize. No experience required – just come to unwind, connect, and make something meaningful together.
Biomedical engineers often work with electronics to create tools that sense, measure, and interact with the human body. This workshop introduces students to the fundamentals of circuit design through a real-world example: a custom controller for lab instrumentation.
In this two-part series, participants will:
– Session 1 (Nov 14): Learn how to design a schematic from scratch, using best practices and validation techniques to ensure accuracy.
– Session 2 (Nov 17): Get hands-on with PCB layout tools to turn your schematic into a physical design. While we won’t fabricate the boards this semester, you’ll leave with a complete layout ready for future prototyping.
What is a PCB?
A Printed Circuit Board (PCB) is the physical platform that connects and supports electronic components. It’s essential in biomedical devices—from pacemakers to lab sensors—and knowing how to design one empowers engineers to prototype, troubleshoot, and innovate.
Who should attend?
This free workshop is open to all students interested in biomedical instrumentation, electronics, or hands-on design. No prior experience is required—just bring your curiosity and a laptop if you have one!
Registration for the first event of the Winter Carnival 2026 Winter Games has opened.
The first event is banner painting; each team will receive a blank banner that they will paint based on their interpretation of the theme, “Through Ice and Snow To Space We Go.” Registration ends Monday 11/17 at 5pm. If you have any questions, please email bkevents@mtu.edu or stop by the Blue Key office in Mub 106. For updates and to register check the Winter Carnival Website
Looking for a fun thing to do this weekend? Come join the Husky Amateur Lego Organization for a Lego Build-A-Thon! We will have tons of sets available for your building pleasure, as well as bins of bulk bricks so you can build whatever you want. We will also be be doing a raffle for giveaway lego sets!
Stop by the Wads Annex (G11) on Saturday, November 15th, anytime between 12pm and 4pm to relax and build some Legos!
Come get to know Green Campus Enterprise by playing Jeopardy with our teams!
Learn about our 9 subteams, meet our advisors, and learn how you can engineer a difference in campus sustainability. Subteams include Aquaponics, Bioretention, Campus Bike Lab, Composting, Carbon Footprint, SDH Heat Pump, Solar, Transportation, and Waste Heat. Green Campus is open to all majors and, for many, can be used as senior design or capstone requirement. Snacks will be provided! Please RSVP with the QR code provided.
Mu Beta Psi is dedicated to the promotion of music on campus and in the community, and to support music through service, recognition, and scholarship. The men and women of Mu Beta Psi are a diverse group with many interests, but with one thing in common: we share a love for music.
Superman (2025)
Superman must reconcile his alien Kryptonian heritage with his human upbringing as reporter Clark Kent. As the embodiment of truth, justice and the human way he soon finds himself in a world that views these as old-fashioned.
Superman (2025) is rated PG-13
Friday (11/14) 5:30pm 8:30pm 11:30pm
Saturday (11/15) 5:30pm 8:30pm 11:30pm
Sunday (11/16) 5:30pm 8:30pm
Located on Michigan Tech’s campus in Fisher 135. Free admission for tech students and $5 for community members. Concessions are $1.50 card is accepted. We hope to see you at the movie this weekend and have a great day.
Husky Hobbies: Shrinky Dinks is Nov. 18th from 7-9pm in the Alley Makerspace! Come make your own little charms! Shrinky dink paper will be provided and all experience levels are welcome. Please sign up for the event on Involvement Link! You can still register even if your event fills up.
My favorite thing to do is to look up art on Pinterest and then make charms based on it. Hopefully, I will see you there and can share art. -Sam, Craft Club Vice President
Currently enrolled MTU students are invited to be part of Michigan Tech’s first food security survey since 2018! Findings from this research will help to inform improvements to campus food access.
The survey is anonymous and only takes about 5-10 minutes to complete. When you finish the survey, you can choose to be entered to win one of sixteen $10 MTU gift cards.
We hope you take the time to help yourself and your fellow Huskies get better food access. Survey closes November 21, 2025.
Fill out the survey here! (https://michigantech.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eWMcBEvL62uF64e)
Didn’t have time to prep a meal? Want to help reduce food waste? Stop by the HuskyFAN food pantry Tuesday through Friday to grab a UFO meal! These pre-packaged meals are easy to just heat up in the microwaves in Fisher Hall, the library, or the MUB!
Upcycled Food Operations (UFO) delivers leftovers and ready to eat meals from Wadsworth Dining Hall directly to the HuskyFAN food pantry. UFO meals are free and available Tuesday through Friday on the first floor of Fisher Hall as supplies last.
Check the Sustainable MTU instagram highlights for the latest meal, and check the HuskyFAN calendar for pantry hours!
We at the Euchre Club are excited to bring our first euchre tournament of the 2025-2026 school year! Unlike our previous tournaments, this one will be hosted in Round Robin fashion, where every team will play 5 games. Although it may seem discouraging, a registration fee of $5 per person playing in the event is required. However, the winning team will be rewarded a cash pool prize, as well as a comically large check to go along with it.
This tournament will take place in the MUB Commons on Wednesday, November 19th at 6pm – 9pm. Please arrive at 5:45 for check-in.
To register, fill out this form here , or scan the QR code in the flyer.
The Douglass Houghton Hall Council at Michigan Tech is hosting a special event commemorating the 50th anniversary of the S.S. Edmund Fitzgerald this Saturday, November 15, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. in the DHH Ballroom.
This gala will honor the 29 crew members lost in the 1975 storm and celebrate the enduring legacy of the Great Lakes. Highlights of the event include the screening of a documentary, a playback of Gordon Lightfoot’s classic song “The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald,” as well as charcuterie and refreshments. It is gently encouraged that guest make the most out of this fun formal event by dressing somewhat semi-formal if able.
No strict dress code or RSVP will be enforced though, as is it intended to be a fun event above all else!
Meet us in MEEM 402 for the Acoustical Society of America Student Chapter’s first social event at 6 pm on November 20th. There will be ice cream! If you are interested in attending or learning more about the ASA Student Chapter please fill out this form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd6CJjG9lzCDQv9Kk_ScpLvoNhaoRb0PoEZ8TGT3nXRblCesw/viewform?usp=header).
Thank you, and we hope to see you there!
Join the Biskaabiiyaang Collective at Michigan Tech in making your own dreamcatcher this Thursday in the library, Room 243 from 1pm to 3pm. Materials will be provided!
Can we ask for 2 minutes of your time? The Undergraduate Student Government is going through our Special Budget Group review process, and we want to know YOUR opinion on these organizations and prior experiences! We’d love for you to fill out our SBG Review Public Comment form with your thoughts, regardless of whether you’re a current member of the organization or someone who has sometimes interacted with the organization on the side.
The current groups we are seeking public comment for are current Special Budget Groups or other organizations seeking the status in this review cycle. Please provide any and all feedback or insights that you can!
Please visit usg.mtu.edu/sbg-comments to submit your feedback, or reach out to the Undergraduate Student Government Treasurer at usg-treasurer@mtu.edu for more information. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
Hey robot enthusiasts and FIRST Alumni,
Copper Country Robotics at Michigan Tech is hosting the second year of Robot in 3 Days at Michigan Tech, where the most dedicated FIRST Robotics students will ideate, design, build, program, and market a robot from scratch in just 72 hours! Starting on January 10th, 2025 at 12:00PM, we will work as a group to pioneer these engineering challenges. This year’s FIRST Robotics Competition game: REBUILT, presents great challenges to high school teams across the world, and colleges throughout the midwest and beyond are ramping up to show our skills and expertise as a core pillar of robot ideation and design. We’re looking for students to join our crew and help us become an example across the entire Upper Peninsula for what a sound and beautiful robot looks like.
Students participating in the challenge don’t have to be engineers (or even good at building). We need all sorts of skills ranging from programming, marketing, electronics, streaming, and presenting to make this run. Half of the battle is streaming this across the nation on our social media platforms and highlighting the expertise and design that makes Michigan Tech special!
If you want to get involved, RSVP before December 1st on our Involvement Link. In addition, check out our 2025 Robot in 3 Days robot, Blizzard T. Robot
Questions? Email ccr-contact@mtu.edu to get in touch with our Executive Board and RI3D Committee. We look forward to seeing you on the team!
Hey students,
While the Winter Break Bus Tickets are initially sold out, the waitlist is still open to join. The Undergraduate Student Government contracts more buses if we can get enough interest in the appropriate waitlist, inviting those on the waitlist to purchase an additional ticket.
If you’d like a spot on the Lower Michigan or Wisconsin / Chicago Break Bus waitlist, please email breakbus@mtu.edu with your name, the bus that you’d like to join, and a note that you are joining the Winter Break Bus waitlist.
For more information on the Break Bus, please see usg.mtu.edu/break-bus, or contact breakbus@mtu.edu with any questions that you have. Hope to see you on the bus!
Next week on Tuesday, November 18th from 11 AM – 2 PM outside the Wads Dining Hall, the Maple Syrup Club will be having a tabling event where we sell maple flavored cotton candy made with our own maple syrup. If you want to stop by and say hi or maybe even buy some (they will only be $1), we would love to see you!
Please join Well-Being Advocates in writing letters for those who you are thankful for this Thursday 2-6pm in the library exhibit space. You can write a letter for a loved one, best friend, or to your future self!
You can also stop by for some mental health resources and a small sweet treat!
Do you have an unpaid parking citation? Looking for an easy way to clear it while supporting the campus community?
The Division of Student Affairs, HuskyFAN, and Transportation Services have teamed up for Can Your Citation, a food drive that allows you to pay off your tickets with non-perishable donations to the HuskyFAN food pantry!
How to “Can The Citation”
Donate non-expired, non-perishable food or personal care items between November 3rd and November 23rd at the Dean of Students Office (Administration Building).
Your donation will remove a citation from your account based on the following tiers:
– 1 Full Brown Grocery Bag = $25 citation removed from your account
– 8 12 oz cans = $25 citation removed from your account
– 4 12oz Cans = $10 citation removed from your account
Please note: A maximum of three citations are eligible for removal from your account during this donation period.
Bonus Raffle Entry!
Every person who donates will be entered into a raffle to win a FREE parking pass!
Don’t have a citation but still want to donate and be entered into the raffle? We welcome and appreciate all donations to help stock the HuskyFAN food pantry for our students.
Questions about the program can be directed to the Dean of Students Office at deanofstudents@mtu.edu.
Thank you for supporting HuskyFAN and our campus community!
It’s time to recognize excellence, leadership, growth, and civic engagement within our Fraternity & Sorority Life community!
Nominations for the 20th Annual Fraternity & Sorority Life Awards open November 1 and will close December 7th. Students, chapters, and governing bodies are encouraged to submit nominations to celebrate those who go above and beyond in our campus community. Nominations will close December 7th. Visit the Student Leadership and Involvement website to find the nomination forms.
Alternative Spring Break (ASB) is an experiential learning opportunity that promotes service-learning and community building. Students participate in education, direct service, and reflection in order to become engaged members of their communities.
Alternative Spring Break is open to any student in good academic and conduct standing at the University. You do not need previous experience in service or on campus to participate. Each trip seeks to have students from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences.
Student Leadership and Involvement is excited to host two Alternative Spring Break trips this year:
There is a program fee of $500 for each trip. This fee, which is subsidized by the Student Activity Fee, covers transportation during the trip, on-site lodging, meals, and coordination of service projects. Participants are responsible for personal expenses such as meals/snacks during travel, personal supplies, souvenirs, and any additional purchases.
To receive priority consideration, please submit your application by Wednesday, November 12th. After that date, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until all spots are filled. Apply here!
Please contact Student Leadership and Involvement at huskyhelpers@mtu.edu if you have any questions!
The Undergraduate Student Government is accepting applications for Registered Student Organizations that serve a large portion of the campus community to become Special Budget Groups as detailed by this webpage. Organizations that wish to apply must currently be registered with Student Leadership and Involvement and submit all materials as described by the submission form.
Any student on campus may also be a part of the committee that is determining the Special Budget Groups at the beginning of the Spring 2026 semester. Just send in an application before November 7th to the committee and we will get back to you shortly!
If you have any questions, please reach out to usg-treasurer@mtu.edu to set up a meeting to go over any details that you’d like clarified about this process. We can’t wait to see the applications that we receive!
Hey students,
Need a ride for Winter Break? The Undergraduate Student Government has you covered with the Winter Break Bus taking the Lower Michigan Route to East Lansing, MI and taking the Wisconsin / Chicago Route to O’Hare International Airport (ORD). We charter multiple buses to assist you in getting you where you need to go for break in both directions.
The ticket release for the Winter Break Bus will be this upcoming Monday, November 10th at 8:00AM. All tickets are sold through the Michigan Tech Ticketing Office online, but interested students and Support Packs should reference the latest information on the USG Break Bus Webpage, which will be updated with the latest direct links, announcements, and details as we move closer to the ticket release.
Some quick facts for you to reference before deciding whether or not you want to purchase a ticket.
If tickets sell out, then prospective riders may email breakbus@mtu.edu to join the waitlist for another bus or open spots. Any questions can be directed to breakbus@mtu.edu, where we are happy to assist you!
Hope to see you on the ride down!
New to the gym and looking for some guidance? Join us in the DHH Gym for a beginner-friendly workshop designed to help you build a solid foundation in strength training. Whether you’re new to lifting or just want to brush up on the basics, you’ll learn proper form, how to structure a workout, and tips for staying safe and consistent. No experience needed—just come ready to move and learn!
Board games > boredom. Whether you’re into strategy, silliness, or just want to hang out, Board Game Night is your go-to campus hangout. Join us on Wednesday, November 5th from 6-8pm, stop by the Wadsworth Hall Annex, (G11, the room attached to the Campus Cafe)!
Costa Rica summer 2026 study away program is a chance to earn 9-10 credits in almost 6 weeks abroad in summer Track A 2026. The focus is on sustainability applications in Costa Rica and on Latin American culture and immersion. All levels of Spanish speakers are welcome. Students live in homestays with local families in the Monteverde region (on top of a mountain in the cloud forest), and have opportunities to engage with students at the University of Costa Rica in San Jose. The program is based on experiential learning – with dozens of field trips, dozens of local speakers, and hands-on activities like reforestation activities, processing coffee and sugar cane, and collecting water quality data. There are significant focuses on conservation, tropical ecology, and renewable energy. This program is in partnership with the Monteverde Institute and supports local community initiatives in the Monteverde region.
Come to the Info Session Nov 11, 6-7pm in EERC 216. Pizza provided. Or contact Richelle Winkler, rwinkler@mtu.edu.
Interested in getting involved in winter sports or hitting the slopes? Meet the winter student organizations Wednesday November 11th 11 am to 2 pm at the MUB commons
Triangle Fraternity will be hosting a single elimination 8-ball pool tournament, on November 8th at the MUB commons pool table area. $5/person to register, and can be a team of up to 2 people, so bring a friend! Winner receives a $50 gift card to the Ambassador, and all proceeds will go to Western UP Food Bank. Contact us for more info, we hope to see you there!
Come hang out and celebrate National First-Gen College Student Day with us! We’ll kick things off around 11:30 a.m. by the Husky statue!
This event is dedicated to honoring the achievements, resilience, and contributions of first generation college students, staff, faculty and alumni. Everyone is welcome!
Upcycled Food Operations (UFO) delivers leftovers and ready to eat meals from Wadsworth Dining Hall directly to the HuskyFAN food pantry. UFO meals are free and available Tuesday through Friday on the first floor of Fisher Hall.
Check the Sustainable MTU instagram highlights for the latest meal, and check the HuskyFAN calendar for pantry hours!
We’re pleased to share that a new interdisciplinary course, SS/FW 2801 – Introduction to Global Climate Change, will be offered this coming spring semester. Designed primarily for first- and second-year students, this course is solutions-focused and provides a broad overview of the scientific, social, and policy dimensions of climate change.
Explore the practical and research-based solutions to the challenges posed by global climate change. Through a multidisciplinary lens, students will examine strategies from science, policy, technology, and society that address both the causes and consequences of climate change. Open to students from all academic backgrounds, this course provides a foundation for further study and informed engagement with one of the most important issues shaping our shared future.
This course fulfills the Essential Education First Year Experience: Foundations in the Human World requirement, counts toward the Sustainability Studies Minor Pathway, and was developed collaboratively by faculty across multiple disciplines.
Currently enrolled MTU students are invited to be part of Michigan Tech’s first food security survey since 2018! Findings from this research will help to inform improvements to campus food access. The survey is anonymous and only takes about 5-10 minutes to complete. When you finish the survey, you can choose to be entered to win one of sixteen $10 MTU gift cards. We hope you take the time to help yourself and your fellow Huskies get better food access. Survey closes November 14, 2025.
The annual Night Parking Ban goes into effect one minute after midnight on Saturday, November 1, and will remain in place through April 30, 2026.
During this time, parking is prohibited on campus between 2 a.m. and 7 a.m., except as noted below:
Individuals who need to request permission to park on campus beyond 2 a.m. must call Michigan Tech Public Safety and Police Services at 906-487-2216 after 1 a.m. to be assigned a designated parking space.
When making a request to remain parked overnight, please provide:
Those granted permission to park overnight will be directed to a designated lot or one of two designated metered areas. Note: Meters must be paid, and vehicles must be moved prior to 7 a.m. unless alternate arrangements have been approved.
The overnight parking ban is enforced regardless of snow conditions.
Visitor Parking Permits
Exceptions:
For further questions, email parking@mtu.edu.
Thank you, and have a safe winter season!
Paw Prints: The Michigan Tech Journal of First-Year Writing has updated submission deadlines!
We’re now accepting rolling submissions–you can submit your UN1015 journal article for consideration for publication at any time. Review of submissions is ongoing. Contact the editorial team at pawprints@mtu.edu with questions!
If you’re proud of your work in UN1015 and would like to see it in print, navigate to our submissions page here: Submissions | Paw Prints, fill out your information, and submit a link or upload the draft. It’s that easy!
The editorial board consists of advanced undergraduate MTU students; they will be reviewing and recommending pieces for inclusion in the journal.
If your article is accepted for publication, you will work with upper-division students on revising and editing your piece for appearance in the journal. Students who complete the suggested revisions will see their article through to publication.
There is a $100 publication scholarship for students whose articles are published!
In recognition of Veteran’s Day, join us on Monday, November 10th in Rekhi Hall Room G005 from 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm for a CommUnity Conversation featuring a panel of faculty, staff, students, and retirees who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. This event invites our campus community to come together to listen, learn, and reflect on the experiences of veterans within and beyond Michigan Technological University.
Through personal stories and open dialogue, our panelists will share insights about their time in service, the transition to civilian and academic life, and what it means to build supportive communities for veterans on campus. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and engage in meaningful discussion. Whether you’re a veteran, a supporter, or simply interested in learning more, this event offers a chance to deepen understanding, express gratitude, and strengthen our community connections.
Light refreshments will be provided. All are welcome.
The Society of Women Engineers at Michigan Tech will be awarding scholarships this 2025-26 school year! This scholarship is closing this Friday (11/07), so don’t delay!
If you have any questions, contact the SWE Scholarship Chair, Jade Swingrum (jlswingr@mtu.edu)
Are you interested in exploring Christianity? Do you have questions that nobody seems to be able to answer? InterVarsity Christian Fellowship will be hosting a guest speaker from November 11-13. There will be open Q&A during the second half of each session. Open to all people in all stages of faith. We hope to see you there!
Sessions:
As most of us know, SNAP benefits will be canceled on Nov. 1, meaning that many of our neighbors may go hungry, and there will be an increased demand on local food banks. A small group of MTU students felt frustrated about this, so we decided to do something – organize and host a community soup dinner! That’s where you come in – please join us on Nov. 9 from 5-8 pm at the Good Shepard Lutheran Church (1100 College Ave, Houghton, MI 49931) to eat soup and gather! For folks who are food insecure – please come eat for free! For folks who can donate, the recommended donation is $5 (though we are happy to receive more if you are willing and able!). All proceeds will go to the Western UP Food Bank!
For those wanting to do more than donate (aka make soup or volunteer), please see the poster below as to how you can help us pull off this event!
Come learn about sustainable living and a cool on-campus student-led project! We have many systems, such as composting, hydroponics, aquaponics, and more! Stop by on Sunday, November 9th, between 2:00-4:00 pm.
Parking is available at McNair Hall, or it’s a short walk/bike from campus.
If you have any questions, you can email us at sdh@mtu.edu
Hope to see you there!
Join us on Sunday, November 16, and soak up the good vibes of local Houghton band Cattle Dogs at WMTU’s first Tiny Booth Concert!
Can’t make it? No worries — listen live on 91.9 FM or watch on Twitch at twitch.tv/WMTU_Live!
Questions? Feel free to reach out on Instagram @wmtu.fm!
Need a productive space to prep for your next exam? Join BMES for our first-ever Study Night on Sunday, November 9 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM in the H-STEM Lobby.
We’ll be focusing on Circuits Exam 3, but feel free to bring materials for any class—this is an open study session for anyone who wants to get some work done in good company. Whether you’re reviewing notes, working through practice problems, or just looking for a quiet place to focus, we’ve got you covered.
Not a biomedical engineering major? No problem. If you’re in circuits—or know someone who is—they’re more than welcome to join us. Bring a friend, grab a seat, and let’s study together.
We hope to see you there!
Do you have an innovative idea? Turn your vision into a reality! Join Husky Innovate for our annual pitch competition—pitch your idea, and win! The deadline for registration is November 14th, so make sure you secure your spot!
There are Free Michigan Tech Student Rush Tickets available to see Talmi Entertainment’s NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet on Friday, December 5 at 7 p.m. While public tickets are nearly sold-out, Michigan Tech Students and a guest can still catch this renowned production!
See this beloved holiday classic, featuring award-winning dancers and a corps de ballet of 40 Vaganova-trained ballerinas and dancers, accompanied by our very own Keweenaw Symphony Orchestra (KSO).
Talmi Entertainment is renowned for delivering exceptional classics like Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, and Swan Lake. Their production of the NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet is no exception, featuring an international cast, whimsical puppetry, opulent costumes, and sets hand-crafted by Europe’s finest artisans.
Because this is a reserved seating show and a highly anticipated event, students need to reserve your seats in advance.
To reserve your tickets, email rozsa@mtu.edu with the subject line “Advance Student Rush” and include the following:
What: NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet – Rozsa Presenting Series
When: Friday, December 5, 2025 | 7 p.m.
Where: Rozsa Center
Tickets: Free Michigan Tech Student Rush Tickets
Obex
Conor Marsh’s secluded life disrupted when he plays OBEX game. His dog Sandy disappears, blurring reality and game. Conor enters OBEX world to rescue Sandy, navigating its strange realms.
Obex is rated NR
Friday (11/7) 9:30pm
Saturday (11/8) 7:30pm
Brick (2005)
A teenage loner pushes his way into the underworld of a high school crime ring to investigate the disappearance of his ex-girlfriend.
Brick is rated R
Friday (11/7) 7:30pm
Saturday (11/8) 10:00pm
Located on Michigan Tech’s campus in Fisher 135. Free admission for tech students and $5 for community members. Concessions are $1.50 card is accepted. We hope to see you at the movie this weekend and have a great day.
Join Young Americans for Freedom on Monday, November 10th in Fischer 230 at 7:00 pm to write letters and make artwork for the 3rd annual Military Care Package Drive. The letters and artwork will be shipped in care packages to deployed service members for the holiday season.
Design Ornaments, Decorate A Winter Tree
While Supplies Last!
Come check out the Alumni House, hangout with peers while designing and decorating, and decompress for a bit. Snacks Provided. Open 8-5 pm, stop by anytime. Everyone is welcome!
Where: Alumni House
When: November 10th – November 14th
Casino Night returns with some Golden Age Glam! Dress up in your finest wares; there will be a prize for the top outfit. Come test your luck at blackjack, craps, roulette, and poker! There will be an auction with many amazing prizes, including a Nintendo Switch, Lego sets, and Zamboni ride passes for hockey games! All free for MTU students! We hope to see you there.
You may know him online as youthpastorryan, internet personality and comedian Ryan Kelly is coming to MTU!
He was spiderman at Disneyland and has a master’s degree in homeland security, what more could you want from a comedian?
Join us at the Rozsa, students get in FREE through student rush. Community tickets can be found here
Are you interested in helping plan cool events like this one? Do you want insider information, a chance to hangout with people like Ryan Kelly, or a say in who to bring to campus next? Come join MUB Board at our general meetings every Wednesday at 5pm in the Alumni Lounge, or email mubboard@mtu.edu for more information on our committee meetings!
Help us raise awareness around food access on our campus by designing an idea for a statue made of cans to go in the MUB for Winter Carnival!
Click here to submit, see specs, and learn more!
Does your bike need some love? Want to learn some basics on how to keep your bike safe and efficient? Drop by the Campus Bike Lab popup, and we’ll help you fix your ride! We’ll be in the Fisher Hall lobby from 5-6pm every Monday and Wednesday until Fall Break.
Pro tip: add the MTU Sustainability Events Calendar to your Google Calendar for the most up to date schedule of all campus sustainability events!
The Math Learning Center will be hosting a review session for the Calculus I with Technology exam. This review will be held in the Wads Annex (G11, Wadsworth Hall) from 6 to 8pm on Monday, November 10th.
6 – 7pm:
Coaches will cover problems from sample exams for the large group, answering questions as they come up.
6 – 8pm:
Coaches answer individual questions while attendees work on the sample exams individually or in small groups.
The Math Learning Center will be hosting a review session for the Calculus II with Technology exam. This review will be held in the Wads Annex (G11, Wadsworth Hall) from 6 to 8pm on Sunday, November 9th.
6 – 7pm:
Coaches will cover problems from sample exams for the large group, answering questions as they come up.
6 – 8pm:
Coaches answer individual questions while attendees work on the sample exams individually or in small groups.
Noche de Baile is a free cultural event hosted by the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers.
It will take place in the DHH Ballroom on campus, making it easy for everyone to join.
We expect about 90–100 people to attend. This event is a fun way for students to relax, meet new people, and learn about Latino culture. There will be music, food, games, prizes, karaoke, glow in the dark face painting, and plenty of dancing!
Join us next Monday to hear from Canadian National’s Director of Reliability and Engineering in Mechanical Function: Gerardo Ramiro! He has extensive experience in CN’s Mechanical Department as well as operations and plant management at GE Transportation. Free food will be provided.
Swap stories and sips at Students for Sustainability’s book and mug swap next week on November 11th & 12th from 11am – 3pm on the library’s first floor. Bring a book or mug to trade (or just come browse, no trade required!) and find your new cozy favorite!
Looking for a fun way to relax, have fun, and play cards after working hard on school work? Come join the Euchre Club at Michigan Tech! We have meetings every Wednesday and Saturday from 2000 – 2200 in the Wadsworth Hall Cherry Room. Feel free to come alone, or with your friends. Any skill level is welcome, whether you are a seasoned veteran of the game or never played cards. If you are a beginner, we will help teach you the rules and how to play, allowing you to impress your friends the next time they want to play this Midwestern classic.
Calling all Indigenous Students and Allies: we are looking for new members to join Biskaabiiyaang Collective, the Indigenous registered student organization at Michigan Tech.
We will have a recruitment event next Tuesday, Nov. 11th at 6:30 PM in the Walker Writing Center (room 107) to share what we do as an org and have an open discussion for questions and other details. Pizza will be provided. If you can’t make it but are still interested, or if you would just like more information, feel free to email us at aises@mtu.edu or send an email to our president, Anna Lindgren, at amlindgr@mtu.edu. Hope to see you there!
Not sure if counseling is right for you? Try Let’s Talk on Tuesday, November 11th from 2-4pm in the Hamar House! This free, informal, and confidential service is a chance to chat with a Michigan Tech counselor about mental health questions or concerns. Available to all undergraduate and graduate MTU students—stop by and start the conversation!
Let’s Talk is not a substitute for formal counseling and does not constitute mental health treatment. Additionally, Let’s Talk is not designed to provide emergency or crisis support. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis or emergency, please contact emergency and crisis support at 1-877-376-7896.
Confused by copays, deductibles, and what’s actually covered? You’re not alone. Join us for our Navigating Health Insurance Husky Hour, a fun event designed to help you make sense of navigating health insurance and your coverage. We’ll break down key terms, explain how to use your insurance, and help ease frustrations with understanding your policy.
Passionate about mental health? Looking for a way to make a difference on campus? P.A.W.S. (Peer Awareness for Well-Being and Support) is accepting nominations for the Spring 2026 cohort!
This program equips students with valuable training in active listening, empathy, and stress management while fostering a supportive community dedicated to mental health awareness. If you want to enhance your skills, connect with like-minded peers, and help create a culture of well-being at Michigan Tech, P.A.W.S. is the perfect opportunity. Nominate yourself or a friend today! Nominations close November 21st for Spring 2026!
College is stressful, we get it. Take 10 minutes to check in with yourself at our free Mental Health Screening Day. You deserve to feel your best.
Thank you to everyone who volunteered at this year’s Make a Difference Day! Because of your hard work and commitment, we supported 72 service sites across the Keweenaw. This year’s event had 67 student groups and 659 student volunteers participate, which was our highest participation since 2016!
We’re incredibly proud of all that you accomplished and grateful for the positive impact you made in our community!
If you’re feeling inspired to keep giving back, check out the Events page on GivePulse for upcoming volunteer opportunities throughout the Keweenaw. And be sure to mark your calendars for next year’s Make a Difference Day which will take place on Saturday, October 17, 2026, with registration opening in late September through GivePulse.
Get ready, Huskies — HuskyGOLD is here! This new initiative celebrates your leadership, service, and involvement across campus and the community. As you take part in meaningful experiences, you’ll earn recognition, build real-world skills, and stand out as a Michigan Tech leader.
Want in?
To enroll, you’ll first need to attend one HuskyGOLD Information Session this fall.
Thursday, October 30 | 3:30–4:30 p.m. | MUB Alumni Lounge
Tuesday, November 4 | 5–6 p.m. | MUB Alumni Lounge
Fall Open Enrollment to join HuskyGOLD:
October 27–November 21, 2025
Learn more about HuskyGOLD before attending an information session.
Not able to make it to one of our infor sessions? Please email activities@mtu.edu and we will schedule a make-up session based on the availability of those interested.
Do you…
Then you might love The LeaderShape Institute.
The Institute is not a typical leadership retreat — it’s a transformative, 4 day experience built around exploring who you are, what you care about, and how you can make a difference. Throughout the Institute, participants dig into their personal values and learn how to lead with passion, integrity, and a healthy disregard for the impossible.
You’ll spend time connecting deeply with others, reflecting on what matters most to you, and building a vision for the kind of change you want to see in the world. It’s about discovering your authentic leadership style and learning how to use it to help create more caring, just, and equitable communities.
The Institute will take place Saturday, December 13 through Tuesday, December 16.
You can apply now here! The priority application deadline is Sunday, November 2. Then additional applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.
If you have any questions about the Institute, please contact Student Leadership & Involvement at activities@mtu.edu.
Substance use is often surrounded by myths, stereotypes, and misinformation. Behind the Buzz is an interactive event that goes beyond the headlines to explore the real impacts of alcohol, cannabis and other substances on health, decision-making, and college life. Through engaging activities and practical strategies, participants will gain tools to navigate social pressures, make informed choices, and support peers in healthier ways. We’ll be providing food, giveaways and engaging discussion with guest speaker, Licensed Social Worker Savanna Weber.
Board games > boredom. Whether you’re into strategy, silliness, or just want to hang out, Board Game Night is your go-to campus hangout. Join us on Wednesday, November 5th from 6-8pm, stop by the Wadsworth Hall Annex, (G11, the room attached to the Campus Cafe)!
Come join the log rolling club at Michigan Tech Sundays from 6:30 to 8:00 pm in the SDC lap pool! Have fun rolling on the logs while listening to music. Compete against friends to see who has the best balance and endurance.
No experience is necessary. All you will need is to wear swimwear and bring your Tech ID to tap in. If you choose to wear shoes while log rolling make sure they are designated swimming shoes (nothing dirty!).
P.A.W.S. (Peer Awareness for Well-Being and Support) is accepting nominations for the Spring 2026 cohort! P.A.W.S. is a program designed to foster mental health awareness and peer support education. By joining, students become part of a community dedicated to promoting well-being, building resilience, and supporting one another. Through training and engagement, P.A.W.S. members gain valuable skills in active listening, empathy, and stress management while making a positive impact on campus. Whether you’re looking to enhance your mental health knowledge, connect with others, or support your peers, P.A.W.S. offers a meaningful way to get involved!
Love being outside? Have some cool photos to share with others? Look no further than our photo contest
Details below:
• There are three different categories to enter: wildlife, scenery, and outdoor recreation. Participants are more than welcome to enter more than one category but please specify which one you are entering with each photo
• The contest will run from today to the end of the semester with winners announced in January
• Submit submissions to our email (oap@mtu.edu) or DM us them on instagram
• Post your photos with the hashtag #mtuadventure if you would like to share them
• All photo contest winners must be following us on instagram
We are so excited to see what outdoor adventures everyone is having!
Join the OAP for a spooky open climb! Open to all students and SDC pass members with gear provided. Costumes are encouraged, and a prize will be given out to the best costume.
Sustainability Fest is TODAY!
Join us for a celebration of all things green and sustainable tonight from 5:30–7:00 PM in the Library East Reading Room.
Including:
Come for the Legos, stay for the good vibes – and leave with new ideas, cool connections, and maybe even a fridge pickle.
Undergraduates, now’s your chance to share your voice in important funding decisions made by the Undergraduate Student Government! Want to be on the other side of the table for budget hearings? This is the way! We need people to join our committee to review all Special Budget Groups (SBGs).
Every two years, we must review every Special Budget Group (USG, SLS, WMTU, The Lode, Film Board, MUB Board) along with any club that wants to become an SBG. This involves auditing financial records, reviewing events and inventory, and ultimately making a decision on what organizations remain/become SBGs for 2027 and 2028!
Student Assembly members of this committee will be asked to:
Questions can be sent to David at usg-treasurer@mtu.edu, and all submissions are due by November 7th!
Heading home for Thanksgiving break and don’t have a ride? The MTU Break Bus has you covered! This convenient service gives MTU students a safe and comfortable way to travel home and back to campus. Whether you’re traveling downstate or to Chicago, the Break Bus makes getting home easier for all students that ride it. This year, we have added an additional stop at the Marquette Airport, allowing for more students to be able to branch off of the main route into areas previously unreachable. Seats tend to fill up quickly, so be sure to reserve your spot early and make your break travel worry-free. We also have a waitlist that may add an additional bus if enough students are on it so don’t feel discouraged if you don’t get a ticket immediately. Additional information can be found at the USG Break Bus website.
Ticket release date: Monday, October 27th, 2025 at 8:00am
If you have any questions, email our new Break Bus email breakbus@mtu.edu or call our office directly at (906) 487-2406.
Enroll now for SS/FW 2801 – Intro to Global Climate Change. This new course launching spring 2026 digs into practical and research-based solutions to the challenges posed by global climate change. This course is open to students of all different majors and is (remove the second “is”) intended for first and second year students.
This course fulfills the following requirements:
Questions about the course? Email Dr. John McCarty
Greetings Michigan Tech and Keweenaw community,
Young Americans for Freedom at Michigan Tech in partnership with Hubbell VFW Post 4624 invite you to participate in their 3rd annual Military Care Package Drive. The drive will run from Monday, October 27th – Friday, November 14th. It will send care packages containing food, hygiene products, and entertainment items, as well as handmade letters and artwork, to deployed service members. We aim to bring hope, joy, and the comforts of home to deployed troops throughout the holiday season. The following are ways you can contribute:
If you are interested in working with us to help support our troops, please contact us at amleagje@mtu.edu for additional information or with questions. We would love to share more information with you, and meet either virtually or in-person.
Thank you for your support, and let’s make this drive a success together, supporting those who risk their lives for our freedom, and thanking them for their service.
Sincerely,
Abigail Leagjeld and the YAF at Michigan Tech Students
As the leaves change colors and the gales of November turn gloomy, the season brings in another year of Taste of Fall. Students over 21 can partake in an autumn themed 4 course dinner with a corresponding beverage for each. Purchase your ticket on the MUB Linktree or here. Limited spaces are available so get your ticket NOW!
TICKETS ARE SOLD OUT!
Rocky Horror Picture Show
A rain-soaked couple take refuge in the castle of a transvestite mad scientist from outer space who is about to unveil his greatest creation.
Rocky Horror Picture Show is rated R
Saturday (11/1) 8:30pm
Located on Michigan Tech’s campus in Fisher 135. Free admission for tech students and $5 for community members. Concessions are $1.50, card is accepted. We hope to see you at the movie this weekend and have a great day.
Come hang out and meet the brothers of Triangle at our upcoming events. We’ll be hosting a board game night tomorrow, and Triangle Tuesday next week. It will be a ton of fun, and we hope to see you there!
BOO! The Swing Club at MTU is hosting our second annual Halloween Dance at the Calumet Theatre, and we want YOU to join us!
The dance will occur on November 1st from 6:00PM to 9:00PM, and will be accompanied by live music from the Michigan Tech. Jazz Lab Band.
Admission if free, and costumes are encouraged! Hope to see you there!
For more information, see our Instagram.
Do you have an unpaid parking citation? Looking for an easy way to clear it while supporting the campus community?
The Division of Student Affairs, HuskyFAN, and Transportation Services have teamed up for Can Your Citation, a food drive that allows you to pay off your tickets with non-perishable donations to the HuskyFAN food pantry!
How to “Can The Citation”
Donate non-expired, non-perishable food or personal care items between November 3rd and November 23rd at the Dean of Students Office (Administration Building).
Your donation will remove a citation from your account based on the following tiers:
– 1 Full Brown Grocery Bag = $25 citation removed from your account
– 8 12 oz cans = $25 citation removed from your account
– 4 12oz Cans = $10 citation removed from your account
Please note: A maximum of three citations are eligible for removal from your account during this donation period.
Bonus Raffle Entry!
Every person who donates will be entered into a raffle to win a FREE parking pass!
Don’t have a citation but still want to donate and be entered into the raffle? We welcome and appreciate all donations to help stock the HuskyFAN food pantry for our students.
Questions about the program can be directed to the Dean of Students Office at deanofstudents@mtu.edu.
Thank you for supporting HuskyFAN and our campus community!
Costa Rica summer 2026 study away program is a chance to earn 9-10 credits in almost 6 weeks abroad in summer Track A 2026. The focus is on sustainability applications in Costa Rica and on Latin American culture and immersion. All levels of Spanish speakers are welcome. Students live in homestays with local families in the Monteverde region (on top of a mountain in the cloud forest), and have opportunities to engage with students at the University of Costa Rica in San Jose.
The program is based on experiential learning – with dozens of field trips, dozens of local speakers, and hands-on activities like reforestation activities, processing coffee and sugar cane, and collecting water quality data. There are significant focuses on conservation, tropical ecology, and renewable energy. This program is in partnership with the Monteverde Institute and supports local community initiatives in the Monteverde region.
Come to the Info Session Nov 11, 6-7pm in EERC 216. Pizza provided. Or contact Richelle Winkler, rwinkler@mtu.edu.
Come to the library THIS SATURDAY, Nov. 1, from 10–2 for the Fall Friends of the Library books sale.
Hundreds and hundreds of books for $2 or less. Bring your roomates; family in town for the game? Bring them too!!
Great for your own leisure reading or for holiday presents for friends and family. Come find a deal on quality used books on many topics (not so much textbooks at this sale; for that come to our big on in March!). All proceeds support the library.
The 2026 Winter Carnival Royalty Application is closing soon! The application will close on October 31st at 5:00pm and can be submitted using this form. Along with your application a headshot of the candidate must be emailed to bkroyalty@mtu.edu by Oct. 31st. Additionally, a $20 sponsorship check from the sponsoring organization must be delivered/mailed to the Blue Key office located at MUB 106 by Oct. 31st by 5 PM.
Given the tight deadline, if you are interested in applying, but cannot get everything submitted by Oct. 31st, please email bkroyalty@mtu.edu and the committee can work with you to extend the deadline!
Join the SoundGirls Michigan Tech Chapter in Walker 210 on Thursday, October 30th at 7pm for some spooky karaoke! Costumes are encouraged but not required.
Interested in getting involved in winter sports or hitting the slopes? Meet the winter student organizations Wednesday November 11th 11 am to 2 pm at the MUB commons
The Douglass Houghton Hall Council at Michigan Tech is hosting Spooky Mac Night on October 30th at 10:00 PM in the DHH kitchenette. This event is the perfect way to get into the Halloween spirit while enjoying mac and cheese, candy, chips, and drinks.
There will also be a costume contest with three mystery judges, so come dressed to impress, and you might just win some prizes. The event promises a festive atmosphere where residents can relax, socialize, and celebrate the spooky season together. Whether you’re in it for the costumes, decorations, music, or just the mac and cheese, Spooky Mac Night is going to be an absolute blast again this year. Grab your friends, plan your costumes, and head to the DHH kitchenette on Thursday, October 30th at 10 PM!
Come hang out and celebrate National First-Gen College Student Day with us! We’ll kick things off around 11:30 a.m. by the Husky statue on November 7th!
This event is dedicated to honoring the achievements, resilience, and contributions of first generation college students, staff, faculty and alumni. Everyone is welcome!
Inviting everyone to the Michigan Tech Indoor Range Ladies Night Thursday, November 13th. Curious about guns? Have a partner who has guns and you want to feel more comfortable knowing how to use them and/or disarm them? Have you only seen guns in the movies or on the news and want to understand what all the fuss is about? Do you have a pistol but haven’t practiced much because it can be a little intimidating when the range is full of people who seem like they know what they are doing?
Fun and educational evening on the introductory to pistol shooting in a fun safe atmosphere. Come learn Proper safety and handling techniques and have the ability to try out a bunch of different pistols to see which one you shoot best. Includes 50 rounds of .22 ammo. Opportunity to purchase 9mm or other to use after the first 50 rounds.
November 13, 2025
Thursday, 7:00-10:00pm
Min age 18 yrs old
Entry Fee $15.00
Registration Closes: November 10 @ 11:59pm
This is the course you need to take to get your Michigan Concealed Pistol License. This is the Premier course in the state of Michigan. The Michigan Coalition of Responsible Gun Owners course covers what you need to know for carrying in open spaces, not just what to do in your home, but what to do in the parking lot, in the alley, etc. But we also add in things we teach our other courses that we feel you are going to need to know. Doing our best to help prepare you to prevail in any encounter. Rental equipment available for additional fee. Individuals responsible for supplying own ammunition (100 rounds).
November 8, 2025
Saturday: 8a-12p (Classroom), 12-3p (Shooting Range), 3-5p (Classroom)
Min age 20 yrs old, no experience necessary
$150/person (participant has their own equipment)
$185/person (w/ rental equipment provided by 906 Tactical – 9mm pistol @ $35).
Registration Closes: November 5th
Upcycled Food Operations (UFO) delivers leftovers and ready to eat meals from Wadsworth Dining Hall directly to the HuskyFAN food pantry. UFO meals are free and available Tuesday through Friday on the first floor of Fisher Hall.
Check the Sustainable MTU instagram highlights for the latest meal, and check the HuskyFAN calendar for pantry hours!
We’re pleased to share that a new interdisciplinary course, SS/FW 2801 – Introduction to Global Climate Change, will be offered this coming spring semester. Designed primarily for first- and second-year students, this course is solutions-focused and provides a broad overview of the scientific, social, and policy dimensions of climate change.
Explore the practical and research-based solutions to the challenges posed by global climate change. Through a multidisciplinary lens, students will examine strategies from science, policy, technology, and society that address both the causes and consequences of climate change. Open to students from all academic backgrounds, this course provides a foundation for further study and informed engagement with one of the most important issues shaping our shared future.
This course fulfills the Essential Education First Year Experience: Foundations in the Human World requirement, counts toward the Sustainability Studies Minor Pathway, and was developed collaboratively by faculty across multiple disciplines.
Michigan Tech Theatre is thrilled to announce the cast for Men on Boats, a play by Jacklyn Backhaus, directed by Nich Radcliffe.
Men On Boats tells the ‘mostly’ true story of ten explorers who set off in 1869 to chart the Green and Colorado Rivers under the guidance of John Wesley Powell, a one-armed Civil War Veteran.
This satirical retelling of historical events is made even more interesting by the author’s insistence that all characters are to be played by anyone except white males, who made up the entirety of the actual expedition. This casting twist puts the words and actions of the characters into a different context, providing plenty of laughs as well as extremely touching moments.
“I hope the audience leaves the theatre laughing,” says Radcliffe, “And I hope that laughter makes it easier to be honest with themselves, about the world, and about the place and the voice everyone deserves in it.”
The production features a talented cast of Michigan Tech students:
John Wesley Powell – Paige Harsevoort
William Dunn – Celia Peters
John Colton Sumner – Zoe Oetjens
Old Shady – Leona Lins
Bradley – Ysa Cerbo
O. G. Howland – Sebastian Dash
Seneca Howland – Drew Karimi
Frank Goodman – Lexi Meyer
Hall – Abby Pilon
Hawkins – Alyssa Johnson
MEN ON BOATS
by Jacklyn Backhaus
Playwrights Horizons, Inc. and Clubbed Thumb produced
MEN ON BOATS in New York City, 2016
Initially developed and produced by Clubbed Thumb in 2015
Details
What: Men on Boats, a play by Jacklyn Backhaus
When: 7:30 p.m. | Thurs-Sat, November 18-21, 2025
Where: McArdle Theatre
Tickets
Pay As You’re Able Tickets for this event are available online or in person at the Rozsa Box Office. This event is eligible for free Michigan Tech Student Rush Tickets.
Currently enrolled MTU students are invited to be part of Michigan Tech’s first food security survey since 2018! Findings from this research will help to inform improvements to campus food access. The survey is anonymous and only takes about 5-10 minutes to complete. When you finish the survey, you can choose to be entered to win one of sixteen $10 MTU gift cards. We hope you take the time to help yourself and your fellow Huskies get better food access. Survey closes November 14, 2025.
The annual Night Parking Ban goes into effect one minute after midnight on Saturday, November 1, and will remain in place through April 30, 2026.
During this time, parking is prohibited on campus between 2 a.m. and 7 a.m., except as noted below:
Individuals who need to request permission to park on campus beyond 2 a.m. must call Michigan Tech Public Safety and Police Services at 906-487-2216 after 1 a.m. to be assigned a designated parking space.
When making a request to remain parked overnight, please provide:
Those granted permission to park overnight will be directed to a designated lot or one of two designated metered areas. Note: Meters must be paid, and vehicles must be moved prior to 7 a.m. unless alternate arrangements have been approved.
The overnight parking ban is enforced regardless of snow conditions.
Visitor Parking Permits
Visitor permits can be purchased Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Transportation Services (Administration Building, Room 100) or online via the Michigan Tech Parking Portal.
If arriving after 4 p.m., please purchase an overnight permit dated for the next day to allow for parking past midnight. Visitors will be assigned a designated parking location, typically Lot 24, depending on the dates of the visit and on-campus events.
Exceptions:
For further questions, email parking@mtu.edu.
Thank you, and have a safe winter season!
The Society of Medical Laboratory Scientists will be hosting our semesterly blood drive in partnership with UP Health Systems. This blood drive makes sure that all donated blood stays local in the Upper Peninsula, supporting our community’s needs.
It will be in the MUB Ballroom from 10am to 3pm on October 30th.
If you are able to donate, please consider! You can use the QR code on the poster or go directly to the sign up sheet (https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054FAAAB2DA0F5C70-58289643-blood?useFullSite=true#/). If you don’t sign up, we still have walk-in space! Please remember to eat something beforehand and drink your water.
We’ve spaced the blood drive eight weeks since the last, so that you will be able to donate if you donated previously this semester. This does not apply to power red donations, which require a sixteen week grace period.
The Society of Medical Laboratory Scientists is hosting our semesterly bake sale! The bake sale will be in the library on October 31st from 10am-3pm. We will have many sweet treats, including gluten free options!
Payments are donation based, so pay what you can. We are raising money for the ASCLS conference that our club attends in the spring for professional development.
The Women in Physics Annual Physics Bowl is back: a thrilling trivia challenge just in time for Halloween! Think you can handle the spookiest physics questions? Or ready to conquer your fears this season?Put your knowledge to the test for a chance to win fun prizes and the title of Physics Bowl Champion!
Got a scary or creative costume? Wear it to the Physics Bowl and compete for the Best Halloween Costume prize!
Free pizza to fuel your brainpower!
McScare Bash is happening in the West McNair Glass Lounge from 8:30-10:00 PM on October 31st! There will be Donuts and Cider, a dance floor, and a costume competition. To participate in the costume competition, click here. We hope to see you there!
Do you want to make a different in the walkability of campus? Join the Transit Equity Advocates! This week we’ll be hold our vacancy E-Board Elections! Meetings are biweekly on Mondays 6-7pm in Fisher 101.
Join us for WIBIT Wednesday on Wednesday, October 29th, 5:00pm-8:00pm!
Test your individual skills on the course or challenge your friend to a race across the obstacles.
Current MTU students and SDC Members (minimum 3-month) participate for free! (No registration required. Student/Member ID required for admission.)
Not a current student or SDC member? Purchase a WIBIT Wednesday Pass!
Receipt is required upon entry. No SDC day pass or action pass will be accepted for admission. A waiver of liability and concussion awareness form are required to be completed prior to participation. All participants under 12 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Adults must have event access (MTU student/SDC member/WIBIT Wednesday Pass holder).
Potential featured pieces include:
– The Step — This piece allows users to climb up onto the course.
– The Base — Users must make their way across a horizontal surface. Be careful how fast you move, as it can get slippery!
– The Cliff — Users must navigate either side of a slope using the handles and their balancing skills.
– V-Connect — Users must use limited footing space to navigate across the horizontal structure.
– The Bridge — Users must navigate up and over an arched structure without falling through.
– The Slope — Users must climb up a six-foot wall that leads to a slide into the pool water below!
October 29th combination | Step, Cliff, V-Connect, Slope
Can’t make it? Come visit us next time!
– Wednesday, December 3, 5:00-8:00 pm | Step, Bridge, Cliff, Slope
Questions? Contact Aquatics Manager Annie Boyle at ambengry@mtu.edu or 906-487-2995.
See you at the pool!
New to the gym and looking for some guidance? Join us in the DHH Gym for a beginner-friendly workshop designed to help you build a solid foundation in strength training. Whether you’re new to lifting or just want to brush up on the basics, you’ll learn proper form, how to structure a workout, and tips for staying safe and consistent. No experience needed—just come ready to move and learn!
Register for Intramurals before it’s to late!
Billiard Doubles
Registration Closes: October 31 at 12:00pm.
3-on-3 Basketball
Registration Closes: October 31 at 8:00am.
Join Student Leadership and Involvement on Saturday, November 1st from 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM in MUB Ballroom A1 for GRIT: A Leadership Workshop. GRIT is an interactive, half-day leadership workshop designed to help you develop in the areas of motivation, perseverance, habit formation, and goal-setting. Through self-assessments, peer-to-peer conversations, and large group activities, each individual will come to understand more about themselves and how they can achieve individual success. The skills learned can aid students in working towards any aspiration – from leading their student organization to increasing their GPA to running a marathon. Come join your peers as together we gain resilience and inspire tenacity!
Limited space is available. Please RSVP on Involvement Link by Monday, October 27th. Every participant will receive free program materials, snacks, and a gift.
Sing your heart out at Late Night Karaoke! Join Student Leadership and Involvement for a night of fun, laughter, and music. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or a first-time singer, everyone is welcome!
Saturday, October 25th, 2025
9:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Memorial Union Building Commons (Cafe area)
Bring your friends, grab a drink, and get ready to take the mic—it’s your time to shine!
Sponsored by Late Night Programming and Student Leadership & Involvement.
Alternative Spring Break (ASB) is an experiential learning opportunity that promotes service-learning and community building. Students participate in education, direct service, and reflection in order to become engaged members of their communities.
Alternative Spring Break is open to any student in good academic and conduct standing at the University. You do not need previous experience in service or on campus to participate. Each trip seeks to have students from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences.
Student Leadership and Involvement is excited to host two Alternative Spring Break trips this year:
There is a program fee of $500 for each trip. This fee, which is subsidized by the Student Activity Fee, covers transportation during the trip, on-site lodging, meals, and coordination of service projects. Participants are responsible for personal expenses such as meals/snacks during travel, personal supplies, souvenirs, and any additional purchases.
To receive priority consideration, please submit your application by Wednesday, November 12th. After that date, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until all spots are filled. Apply here!
Please contact Student Leadership and Involvement at huskyhelpers@mtu.edu if you have any questions!
Learn How to Write Award Winning Nominations
Want to recognize someone who’s (or yourself!) making a difference at Michigan Tech, but not sure how to write a strong award nomination? Join Staff Council for a panel discussion on Wednesday, October 29, at 12:00 p.m. in the MUB Alumni Lounge to learn how to craft compelling nominations.
Panelists from across campus—including faculty, the Writing Center, the Fraternity and Sorority Life Advisor, and Staff Council award judges—will share tips on what makes a nomination stand out, how to clearly show a nominee’s impact, and common mistakes to avoid.
This is a great opportunity to build your professional writing skills and learn how to make sure your or your peers’ outstanding contributions get the recognition you and they deserve.
All Huskies are welcome!
For more details and to RSVP, visit Involvement Link: [https://www.involvement.mtu.edu/event/11326990]
For questions about accessibility of the event, please contact Amy Hjerstedt, ahjerste@mtu.edu
Do you…
Then you might love The LeaderShape Institute.
The Institute is not a typical leadership retreat — it’s a transformative, 4 day experience built around exploring who you are, what you care about, and how you can make a difference. Throughout the Institute, participants dig into their personal values and learn how to lead with passion, integrity, and a healthy disregard for the impossible.
You’ll spend time connecting deeply with others, reflecting on what matters most to you, and building a vision for the kind of change you want to see in the world. It’s about discovering your authentic leadership style and learning how to use it to help create more caring, just, and equitable communities.
The Institute will take place Saturday, December 13 through Tuesday, December 16.
You can apply now here! The priority application deadline is Sunday, November 2. Then additional applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.
If you have any questions about the Institute, please contact Student Leadership & Involvement at activities@mtu.edu.
Get ready, Huskies — HuskyGOLD is here! This new initiative celebrates your leadership, service, and involvement across campus and the community. As you take part in meaningful experiences, you’ll earn recognition, build real-world skills, and stand out as a Michigan Tech leader.
Want in?
To enroll, you’ll first need to attend one HuskyGOLD Information Session this fall.
Tuesday, October 28 | 12–1 p.m. | MUB Alumni Lounge
Thursday, October 30 | 3:30–4:30 p.m. | MUB Alumni Lounge
Tuesday, November 4 | 5–6 p.m. | MUB Alumni Lounge
Fall Open Enrollment to join HuskyGOLD:
October 27–November 21, 2025
Learn more about HuskyGOLD before attending an information session.
THIS FRIDAY!!
Join for a fun night of dancing and embracing the cultural communities here at Tech! Come learn some of the popular dances from around the world, and feel free to teach any dance moves you may have in your culture as well. Refreshments will be provided, so bring your friends to this night of fun or come make some new ones. We hope to see you there!
As the leaves change colors and the gales of November turn gloomy, the season brings in another year of Taste of Fall. Students over 21 can partake in an autumn themed 4 course dinner with a corresponding beverage for each. Purchase your ticket on the MUB Linktree or here. Limited spaces are available so get your ticket NOW!
Sign in to the ticket site to get student pricing of $10.
Hamilton
The real life of one of America’s foremost founding fathers and first Secretary of the Treasury, Alexander Hamilton. Captured live on Broadway from the Richard Rodgers Theater with the original Broadway cast.
Hamilton is rated PG-13
Friday (10/24) 5:30pm 8:30pm 11:30pm
Saturday (10/25) 5:30pm 8:30pm 11:30pm
Located on Michigan Tech’s campus in Fisher 135. Free admission for tech students and $5 for community members. Concessions are $1.50 card is accepted. We hope to see you at the movie this weekend and have a great day.
Come join the log rolling club at Michigan Tech Sundays from 6:30 to 8:00 pm in the SDC lap pool! Have fun rolling on the logs while listening to music. Compete against friends to see who has the best balance and endurance.
No experience is necessary. All you will need is to wear swimwear and bring your Tech ID to tap in. If you choose to wear shoes while log rolling make sure they are designated swimming shoes (nothing dirty!).
Join a crew of 6 MTU students working to live sustainably and share our sustainable solutions with the surrounding community! The extended deadline to apply is Monday, November 3rd!
To apply, visit our website.
Email us with questions at: sdh@mtu.edu
Career Fair opportunities at Michigan Tech just got even better! On Oct. 23 (Thursday), the College of Business will host its first career event for Huskies across all business disciplines. The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the Memorial Union Building Ballroom on the Michigan Tech campus.
More details are available on the College of Business Newsblog.
Date: Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025
Time: 11:00am-3:30pm ET
Location: Memorial Union Building Ballroom
Come join us for a talk by Stephanie Carpenter (HU) on her recent novel, Moral Treatment and her thoughts on research she has done about the women in the circle of Alexander Agassiz, who started exploring for copper up here in 1866 and ran Calumet & Hecla in Calumet from 1871–1910. Carpenter will be talking about where sparks for story ideas come from (or don’t) and is fascinated by these people but not sure how or whether she’ll write about them.
Come join us to hear this Friends of the Library Annual lecture in the Library East Reading Room, Thursday Oct. 23 at 4:30pm. Refreshments (and Halloween candy!) will be served.
ASME is happy to be hosting an internship panel again this year! Tuesday, October 28th in Dow 641. Get a chance to have your internship questions answered by current students who have gone through the application and internship process. Jimmy Johns will be provided!
Sustainability Fest, a celebration of all things green and sustainable! Join us on Wednesday, Oct 29 from 5:30–7:00 PM in the Library East Reading Room.
Including:
Come for the Legos, stay for the good vibes – and leave with new ideas, cool connections, and maybe even a fridge pickle.
Join us in celebrating Campus Sustainability Month this October! Groups on campus will be hosting events all month followed by the annual Sustainability Fest on October 29th with fun activities from different organizations on campus including Husky Eats and the Husky Closet Collective!
Check out the Sustainable MTU Instagram for more information, and join the Sustainability Events Calendar to stay up to date on events. We hope to see you there!
Come to the Wads Garden and help put the beds to rest for the winter! We will be pulling plants, moving compost, covering the beds, and more. Make sure to bring friends!
Although the October 19 deadline for the required campus training regarding Title IX has passed it will remain accessible online. First-year and transfer students are required to complete all three United Educators training modules and the rest of campus is encouraged to participate.
The modules can be accessed utilizing your Michigan Tech sign-on information: https://learn.ue.org/mtu
Thanks for taking time to participate in ongoing efforts to support a safe campus community free from discrimination, harassment and sexual misconduct. It is our goal to provide knowledge to understand Title IX and sexual misconduct, as well as the risks associated with alcohol consumption, and indicators of hazing.
Questions? Contact eoctraining@mtu.edu or click any Support Portal link on the site.
Upcycled Food Operations (UFO) delivers leftovers and ready to eat meals from Wadsworth Dining Hall directly to the HuskyFAN food pantry. UFO meals are free and available Tuesday through Friday on the first floor of Fisher Hall.
Check out the Sustainable MTU Instagram for more information, and join the Sustainability Events Calendar to stay up to date on events. We hope to see you there!
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a sweet twist! Join the CommUNITY Education Team and the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers for a fun-filled cookie decorating event, where we’ll honor vibrant traditions and enjoy tasty treats together.
All are welcome—come get creative and celebrate culture through cookies!
Check out our Group Fitness Classes over at the SDC!
Tech Students get a discounted rate for our Semester Passes, or just get your feet wet with a Day Pass!
Our wide variety of classes have something for everyone! From Yoga and Zumba to Spin and HIIT. We can’t wait to see you there!
P.A.W.S. (Peer Awareness for Well-Being and Support) is accepting nominations for the Spring 2026 cohort! P.A.W.S. is a program designed to foster mental health awareness and peer support education. By joining, students become part of a community dedicated to promoting well-being, building resilience, and supporting one another. Through training and engagement, P.A.W.S. members gain valuable skills in active listening, empathy, and stress management while making a positive impact on campus. Whether you’re looking to enhance your mental health knowledge, connect with others, or support your peers, P.A.W.S. offers a meaningful way to get involved!
You’re Invited: Halloween Open House
Student Support and Mentorship and the Thompson Scholar Program have a new home in the Alumni House, and we’re hosting a party to celebrate!
Join us for a Halloween-themed Open House on Monday, October 27, from 1 to 4 p.m.
Come and see the newly updated, student-centered space featuring comfortable areas perfect for studying and connecting with friends. We invite all students, faculty, and staff to stop by for:
We look forward to seeing you there!
Questions? Contact us at mentorship@mtu.edu.
Love being outside? Have some cool photos to share with others? Look no further than our photo contest
Details below:
• There are three different categories to enter: wildlife, scenery, and outdoor recreation. Participants are more than welcome to enter more than one category but please specify which one you are entering with each photo
• The contest will run from today to the end of the semester with winners announced in January
• Submit submissions to our email (oap@mtu.edu) or DM us them on instagram
• Post your photos with the hashtag #mtuadventure if you would like to share them
• All photo contest winners must be following us on instagram
We are so excited to see what outdoor adventures everyone is having!
Join the OAP for a spooky open climb! Open to all students and SDC pass members with gear provided. Costumes are encouraged, and a prize will be given out to the best costume.
Celebrate the Festival of Lights with the Indian Students’ Association (ISA)!
Join us for Diwali Night 2025 on Saturday, October 25, from 6:00–9:00 PM in the MUB Ballroom, followed by a lively DJ Afterparty.
The evening will feature cultural performances, Indian music, dance, and authentic Indian food, bringing together the vibrant spirit of the community for one of the most anticipated celebrations of the year.
Bring your friends, dress in festive Indian attire, and experience a night full of color, rhythm, and joy!
Learn more about ISA and our events through our Involvement Link
For questions, contact us at isacomm@mtu.edu
Ever felt unsafe at night, at a party, or in a busy city? Interested in learning basic self defense techniques? Join Husky Taekwondo on 10/24 at 7pm in the ROTC gym for a free self defense seminar! All are welcome!
Undergraduates, now’s your chance to share your voice in important funding decisions made by the Undergraduate Student Government! Want to be on the other side of the table for budget hearings? This is the way! We need people to join our committee to review all Special Budget Groups (SBGs).
Every two years, we must review every Special Budget Group (USG, SLS, WMTU, The Lode, Film Board, MUB Board) along with any club that wants to become an SBG. This involves auditing financial records, reviewing events and inventory, and ultimately making a decision on what organizations remain/become SBGs for 2027 and 2028!
Student Assembly members of this committee will be asked to:
Questions can be sent to David at usg-treasurer@mtu.edu, and all submissions are due by November 7th!
Heading home for Thanksgiving break and don’t have a ride? The MTU Break Bus has you covered! This convenient service gives MTU students a safe and comfortable way to travel home and back to campus. Whether you’re traveling downstate or to Chicago, the Break Bus makes getting home easier for all students that ride it. This year, we have added an additional stop at the Marquette Airport, allowing for more students to be able to branch off of the main route into areas previously unreachable. Seats tend to fill up quickly, so be sure to reserve your spot early and make your break travel worry-free. We also have a waitlist that may add an additional bus if enough students are on it so don’t feel discouraged if you don’t get a ticket immediately. Additional information can be found at the USG Break Bus website.
Ticket release date: Monday, October 27th, 2025 at 8:00am
If you have any questions, email our new Break Bus email breakbus@mtu.edu or call our office directly at (906) 487-2406.
The Inter-Residence Housing Council is bringing back SafeHouse! A Michigan Tech Halloween tradition since 1988! We are inviting kids in the community to come to campus to trick-or-treat and enjoy some activities put on by residence hall students. Wear your costume and come to campus for an afternoon of fun with community members and students alike. Many residence hall communities will be working together to put on this event, so be on the lookout for more information from RAs! We’re also looking for volunteers for the event, so if you need volunteer hours, this is a great event for you!
When: Sunday, October 26
3:00 – 5:00 PM
Where: DHH, Wads, McNair, Hillside, and East Hall
See you there!
Join the Ski and Snowboard club for our on campus Night of the Living shred Rail Jam/ Costume contest/ raffle on October 25th at walker lawn 2pm until the snow melts!!
Join Husky Innovate as we hear from a guest speaker from sky sushi! Learn what it takes to start and run a business as well as know more about the future of sky sushi. This event will be hosted on October 27th, 6:30-7:30pm, Wadsworth Hall G42. Visit our website to learn more.
Enroll now for SS/FW 2801 – Intro to Global Climate Change. This new course launching spring 2026 digs into practical and research-based solutions to the challenges posed by global climate change. This course is open to students of all different majors and is (remove the second “is”) intended for first and second year students.
This course fulfills the following requirements:
Questions about the course? Email Dr. John McCarty
Greetings Michigan Tech and Keweenaw community,
Young Americans for Freedom at Michigan Tech in partnership with Hubbell VFW Post 4624 invite you to participate in their 3rd annual Military Care Package Drive. The drive will run from Monday, October 27th – Friday, November 14th. It will send care packages containing food, hygiene products, and entertainment items, as well as handmade letters and artwork, to deployed service members. We aim to bring hope, joy, and the comforts of home to deployed troops throughout the holiday season. The following are ways you can contribute:
If you are interested in working with us to help support our troops, please contact us at amleagje@mtu.edu for additional information or with questions. We would love to share more information with you, and meet either virtually or in-person.
Thank you for your support, and let’s make this drive a success together, supporting those who risk their lives for our freedom, and thanking them for their service.
Sincerely,
Abigail Leagjeld and the YAF at Michigan Tech Students
Come join Biskaabiiyaang Collective for a nature walk next Tuesday, the 28th! We’re planning to meet at the Husky statue at noon, then walk to Prince’s Point. Biskaabiiyaang Collective (formerly AISES) is the Indigenous student RSO on campus. If you have questions about this event or the org in general, feel free to email us at aises@mtu.edu. Hope to see you there!
Join us for WIBIT Wednesday on Wednesday, October 29th, 5:00pm-8:00pm!
Test your individual skills on the course or challenge your friend to a race across the obstacles.
Current MTU students and SDC Members (minimum 3-month) participate for free! (No registration required. Student/Member ID required for admission.)
Not a current student or SDC member? Purchase a WIBIT Wednesday Pass!
Receipt is required upon entry. No SDC day pass or action pass will be accepted for admission. A waiver of liability and concussion awareness form are required to be completed prior to participation. All participants under 12 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Adults must have event access (MTU student/SDC member/WIBIT Wednesday Pass holder).
Potential featured pieces include:
– The Step — This piece allows users to climb up onto the course.
– The Base — Users must make their way across a horizontal surface. Be careful how fast you move, as it can get slippery!
– The Cliff — Users must navigate either side of a slope using the handles and their balancing skills.
– V-Connect — Users must use limited footing space to navigate across the horizontal structure.
– The Bridge — Users must navigate up and over an arched structure without falling through.
– The Slope — Users must climb up a six-foot wall that leads to a slide into the pool water below!
October 29th combination | Step, Cliff, V-Connect, Slope
Can’t make it? Come visit us next time!
– Wednesday, December 3, 5:00-8:00 pm | Step, Bridge, Cliff, Slope
Questions? Contact Aquatics Manager Annie Boyle at ambengry@mtu.edu or 906-487-2995.
See you at the pool!
New HuskiesFit Group Fitness Programs are here!
Healthy Backs | November 13 – December 11
Thursdays 4:15pm – 5:05pm
This class focuses on understanding and addressing holding patterns in the body that can lead to pain, movement restrictions, and compensatory behaviors. Participants will explore how these patterns affect daily activities and overall physical performance.
Yoga Sculpt | November 10 – December 8
Mondays 4:15pm – 5:05pm
Yoga Sculpt is a dynamic class that blends traditional yoga postures with the use of light weights. This combination enhances the practice by introducing resistance training combined with stretches. muscle development. This aides in developing long, lean muscles.
Serve up some fun at Gates Tennis Center!
Open Rec Hours
Sign up for intramurals before it’s to late!
Pickleball Doubles Tournament
-Deadline: Oct. 24 @ 12:00 pm
Basketball 3-on-3 Tournament
-Deadline: Oct. 31 @ 8:00 am
-Tournament dates: Nov. 4 & 5
Billiards Doubles
-Deadline: Oct.31 @ 12:00 pm
-Tournament Date: Nov. 1 @ TBA
Support Late Night Programming!
We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to support our upcoming Karaoke Night, hosted by Student Leadership & Involvement’s Late Night Programming. Whether you’re great with tech, love organizing, or enjoy hyping up a crowd — we’ve got a role for you!
Support your Residence Halls!
IRHC’s annual Halloween event! Each year, IRHC invites the local community to come trick-or-treat and have some Halloween fun in the residence halls. Volunteers are needed to help set up events, provide directions to community members, and help families cross US-41.
Join Student Leadership and Involvement on Saturday, November 1st from 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM in MUB Ballroom A1 for GRIT: A Leadership Workshop. GRIT is an interactive, half-day leadership workshop designed to help you develop in the areas of motivation, perseverance, habit formation, and goal-setting. Through self-assessments, peer-to-peer conversations, and large group activities, each individual will come to understand more about themselves and how they can achieve individual success. The skills learned can aid students in working towards any aspiration – from leading their student organization to increasing their GPA to running a marathon. Come join your peers as together we gain resilience and inspire tenacity!
Limited space is available. Please RSVP on Involvement Link by Monday, October 27th. Every participant will receive free program materials, snacks, and a gift.
When coursework, meetings, and extracurricular commitments pile up, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. This HuskyLEAD offers realistic, actionable approaches to help you navigate your academic and leadership responsibilities with greater clarity and control. This session is designed to help you lead with purpose while maintaining your personal balance. You’ll leave equipped with practical strategies you can confidently apply to bring structure, focus, and sustainability to your college experience.
Date: Tuesday, October 21st
Time: 4:00-5:00 PM
Location: MUB Alumni Lounge A & B
If you are interested in attending, please register here. Additionally, if you have any questions about this event, please email Student Leadership & Involvement at activites@mtu.edu. We hope to see you there!
Hey Huskies! Start With 10 is still active and ongoing. Start With 10 is an event where any MTU student new to GivePulse (created an account on or after 11/1/24) who logs 10 hours of volunteer service on GivePulse can earn an MTU Fanny Pack and a special sticker.
A great upcoming opportunity to gain some of those hours is Make A Difference Day, which takes place on Saturday, October 25th! You can register for Make A Difference Day on GivePulse. Please note that Start With 10 concludes on Friday, October 31st, and all hours must’ve been completed after the start of the Fall semester.
Every fall, Huskies come together to make a real impact, and this year is no different. On Saturday, October 25, join Student Leadership & Involvement for Make a Difference Day, the largest national day of community service. Students, faculty, and staff will team up to support local organizations, agencies, and community members through meaningful volunteer projects.
Volunteer registration closes Monday, October 20 at 8:00 AM. These are the final days to sign up, so don’t wait. Visit GivePulse to register and be part of one of Michigan Tech’s biggest service traditions. Please note that if you’re participating with an organization or group, everyone must still register individually.
Projects will vary depending on community needs and may include painting, weeding, planting, raking, organizing, cleaning, and more. It’s a great opportunity to meet new people while making a visible difference in just one day!
All volunteers must check in between 8:30 and 9:00 AM on October 25 in the Commons on the ground floor of the MUB. Information packets will be handed out at check-in, and groups will head to their assigned service locations. Some sites may require driving, so plan accordingly.
This is your chance to get involved, make connections, and support your community in a big way. Let’s make this Make a Difference Day the best one yet.
If you have any questions about Make a Difference Day, please contact Student Leadership & Involvement at huskyhelpers@mtu.edu.
Sing your heart out at Late Night Karaoke! Join Student Leadership and Involvement for a night of fun, laughter, and music. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or a first-time singer, everyone is welcome!
Saturday, October 25th, 2025
9:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Memorial Union Building Commons (Cafe area)
Bring your friends, grab a drink, and get ready to take the mic—it’s your time to shine!
Sponsored by Late Night Programming and Student Leadership & Involvement.
Alternative Spring Break (ASB) is an experiential learning opportunity that promotes service-learning and community building. Students participate in education, direct service, and reflection in order to become engaged members of their communities.
Alternative Spring Break is open to any student in good academic and conduct standing at the University. You do not need previous experience in service or on campus to participate. Each trip seeks to have students from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences.
Student Leadership and Involvement is excited to host two Alternative Spring Break trips this year:
There is a program fee of $500 for each trip. This fee, which is subsidized by the Student Activity Fee, covers transportation during the trip, on-site lodging, meals, and coordination of service projects. Participants are responsible for personal expenses such as meals/snacks during travel, personal supplies, souvenirs, and any additional purchases.
To receive priority consideration, please submit your application by Wednesday, November 12th. After that date, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until all spots are filled. Apply here!
Please contact Student Leadership and Involvement at huskyhelpers@mtu.edu if you have any questions!
Learn How to Write Award Winning Nominations
Want to recognize someone who’s (or yourself!) making a difference at Michigan Tech, but not sure how to write a strong award nomination? Join Staff Council for a panel discussion on Wednesday, October 29, at 12:00 p.m. in the MUB Alumni Lounge to learn how to craft compelling nominations.
Panelists from across campus—including faculty, the Writing Center, the Fraternity and Sorority Life Advisor, and Staff Council award judges—will share tips on what makes a nomination stand out, how to clearly show a nominee’s impact, and common mistakes to avoid.
This is a great opportunity to build your professional writing skills and learn how to make sure your or your peers’ outstanding contributions get the recognition you and they deserve.
All Huskies are welcome!
For more details and to RSVP, visit Involvement Link:
For questions about accessibility of the event, please contact Amy Hjerstedt, ahjerste@mtu.edu
Trying to leave their troubled lives behind, twin brothers return to their hometown to start again, only to discover that an even greater evil is waiting to welcome them back.
Sinners is rated R
Friday (10/17) 5:30pm 8:30pm 11:30pm
Saturday (10/18) 5:30pm 8:30pm 11:30pm
Located on Michigan Tech’s campus in Fisher 135. Free admission for tech students and $5 for community members. Concessions are $1.50 card is accepted. We hope to see you at the movie this weekend and have a great day.
We are happy to announce the completion of a brand-new parking lot on campus.
Based on student demand, comments, and suggestions, Lot 19, located on Woodland Road to the west of Wadsworth Hall, is now open and available for use. The lot offers 24-hour parking through ParkMobile digital meters and provides 28 spaces for anyone paying through the ParkMobile digital meters.
While the lot is open, you may notice some caution tape or cones blocking certain spaces as final touches are completed, including the installation of signage and lighting.
If you have any questions, please feel free to email, call, or stop by Transportation Services.
Michigan Tech Transportation Services
Love being outside? Have some cool photos to share with others? Look no further than our photo contest
Details below:
• There are three different categories to enter: wildlife, scenery, and outdoor recreation. Participants are more than welcome to enter more than one category but please specify which one you are entering with each photo
• The contest will run from today to the end of the semester with winners announced in January
• Submit submissions to our email (oap@mtu.edu) or DM us them on instagram
• Post your photos with the hashtag #mtuadventure if you would like to share them
• All photo contest winners must be following us on instagram
We are so excited to see what outdoor adventures everyone is having!
Join the OAP for a spooky open climb! Open to all students and SDC pass members with gear provided. Costumes are encouraged, and a prize will be given out to the best costume.
Thank you, Huskies!
Undergraduates have successfully reached the 900-vote threshold on the USG Constitution Amendments. This important milestone reflects the strong engagement of our student body in the shaping the future of student governance at Michigan Tech.
The next step is for the Board of Trustees to review and vote on the amendments before they can take effect. USG thanks all students who participated in this process and encourages anyone with questions to reach out at usg.mtu.edu.
Join us on Tuesday, October 21st in the MUB commons to celebrate fall with pumpkin carving! Enjoy warm apple cider, donuts, and roast your own pumpkin seeds with Husky Eats. Drop in anytime during the event — supplies are limited, so don’t wait too long! There will be prizes for the top pumpkin carved designs as well!
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Join for a fun night of dancing and embracing the cultural communities here at Tech! Come learn some of the popular dances from around the world, and feel free to teach any dance moves you may have in your culture as well. Refreshments will be provided, so bring your friends to this night of fun or come make some new ones. We hope to see you there!
You check your grades, why not check your mental health? Our screening days offer a simple way to see how you’re doing emotionally, and what support might help. Join us Wednesday, October 22nd in the Hamar House from 2-4pm for free and confidential mental health screenings, run by our clinical counselors.
Substance use is often surrounded by myths, stereotypes, and misinformation.
Behind the Buzz is an interactive event that goes beyond the headlines to explore the real impacts of alcohol, cannabis and other substances on health, decision-making, and college life. Through engaging activities and practical strategies, participants will gain tools to navigate social pressures, make informed choices, and support peers in healthier ways. We’ll be providing food, giveaways and engaging discussion with guest speaker, Licensed Social Worker Savanna Weber.
The Society of Medical Laboratory Scientists will be hosting our semesterly blood drive in partnership with UP Health Systems. This blood drive makes sure that all donated blood stays local in the Upper Peninsula, supporting our community’s needs.
It will be in the MUB Ballroom from 10am to 3pm on October 30th.
If you are able to donate, please consider! You can use the QR code on the poster or go directly to the sign up sheet. If you don’t sign up, we still have walk-in space! Please remember to eat something beforehand and drink your water.
We’ve spaced the blood drive eight weeks since the last, so that you will be able to donate if you donated previously this semester. This does not apply to power red donations, which require a sixteen week grace period.
Hello! Miles for Music is back for a 4th year, and we would love to see you all there. This year the proceeds are going to Hancock Public School’s music program. The race will be on October 25, with sign-up at 9am and race start at 10am. You can register now!
If you can’t show up but still want to help, please spread the word to others.
Join us in celebrating Campus Sustainability Month this October! Groups on campus will be hosting events all month followed by the annual Sustainability Fest on October 29th with fun activities from different organizations on campus including Husky Eats and the Husky Closet Collective!
Check out the Sustainable MTU Instagram for more information, and join the Sustainability Events Calendar to stay up to date on events. We hope to see you there!
Sustainability Fest, a celebration of all things green and sustainable! Join us on Wednesday, Oct 29 from 5:30–7:00 PM in the Library East Reading Room.
Including:
Come for the Legos, stay for the good vibes – and leave with new ideas, cool connections, and maybe even a fridge pickle.
Follow Sustainable MTU on Instagram and add the MTU Sustainability Events Calendar to your Google calendar to stay up to date on all things sustainability at Michigan Tech!
Want to learn more about CPM Enterprise? Come to our info session on Wednesday, October 22nd, from 6pm to 7pm in ChemSci 102! We will be discussing our projects, answering your questions, and painting pottery pieces.
We currently have 7 projects running, and we are looking for all majors!
Join a crew of 6 MTU students working to live sustainably and share our sustainable solutions with the surrounding community! The extended deadline to apply is Monday, November 3rd!
To apply, visit our website.
Email us with questions at: sdh@mtu.edu
Career Fair opportunities at Michigan Tech just got even better! On Oct. 23 (Thursday), the College of Business will host its first career event for Huskies across all business disciplines. The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the Memorial Union Building Ballroom on the Michigan Tech campus.
More details are available on the College of Business News blog.
Date: Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025
Time: 11:00am-3:30pm ET
Location: Memorial Union Building Ballroom
Come join us for a talk by Stephanie Carpenter (HU) on her recent novel, Moral Treatment, and her thoughts on research she has done about the women in the circle of Alexander Agassiz, who started exploring for copper up here in 1866 and ran Calumet & Hecla in Calumet from 1871–1910. Carpenter will be talking about where sparks for story ideas come from (or don’t) and is fascinated by these people but not sure how or whether she’ll write about them.
Come join us to hear this Friends of the Library Annual lecture in the Library East Reading Room, Thursday Oct. 23 at 4:30pm. Refreshments (and Halloween candy!) will be served.
Get ready for some festive magic because Talmi Entertainment’s NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet is coming to the Rozsa Center! This isn’t just any performance, it’s a world-class production that has been selling out shows from coast to coast, and it’s one of the unique cultural benefits you get as a Michigan Tech student.
Mark your calendars for Friday, December 5, 2025, at 7 p.m. You have the opportunity to see this beloved holiday classic, featuring award-winning dancers and a corps de ballet of 40 Vaganova-trained ballerinas and dancers, accompanied by our very own Keweenaw Symphony Orchestra (KSO).
Talmi Entertainment is renowned for delivering exceptional classics like Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, and Swan Lake. Their production of the NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet is no exception, featuring an international cast, whimsical puppetry, opulent costumes, and sets hand-crafted by Europe’s finest artisans.
Because this is a reserved seating show and a highly anticipated event, students need to reserve your seats in advance.
As a Michigan Tech student, you’re entitled to one free ticket for yourself and one free ticket for a plus one to accompany you.
To reserve your tickets, email rozsa@mtu.edu with the subject line “Advance Student Rush” and include the following:
What: NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet – Rozsa Presenting Series
When: Friday, December 5, 2025 | 7 p.m.
Where: Rozsa Center
Tickets: Free Michigan Tech Student Rush Tickets
ASME is happy to be hosting an internship panel again this year! Tuesday, October 28th in Dow 641. Get a chance to have your internship questions answered by current students who have gone through the application and internship process. Jimmy Johns will be provided!
Upcycled Food Operations (UFO) delivers leftovers and ready to eat meals from Wadsworth Dining Hall directly to the HuskyFAN food pantry. UFO meals are free and available Tuesday through Friday on the first floor of Fisher Hall.
Check the Sustainable MTU instagram highlights for the latest meal, and check the HuskyFAN calendar for pantry hours!
Join us on Tuesday, October 21 from 6-8pm in the library cafe to learn how to embroider your clothes! Embroidery supplies are included, just bring a shirt or jeans that could use a refresh!
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a sweet twist! Join the CommUNITY Education Team and the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers for a fun-filled cookie decorating event, where we’ll honor vibrant traditions and enjoy tasty treats together. All are welcome—come get creative and celebrate culture through cookies!
Check out our Group Fitness Classes over at the SDC!
Tech Students get a discounted rate for our Semester Passes, or just get your feet wet with a Day Pass!
Our wide variety of classes have something for everyone! From Yoga and Zumba to Spin and HIIT. We can’t wait to see you there!
Passionate about transit?
Want to help improve walkability around campus?
Join the Transit Equity Advocates! At our next meeting, we’ll be discussing our walkability audit from last week, and going over the procedures for our upcoming vacancy election. Our next meeting is Monday the 20th at 6pm in Fisher 101!
Registration for Session 2 of Fall 2025 Michigan Tech Aquatics programs closes TODAY!
Explore our programs for all ages and abilities:
– Huskies Group Swim Lessons Parent & Child Aquatics (ages 6 months to 3 years)
– Huskies Group Swim Lessons Preschool Aquatics (ages 4-5 years)
– Huskies Group Swim Lessons Learn to Swim Levels 1-5 (ages 6-17 years)
– Huskies Swim Training (ages 6-17 years)
– Adult Huskies Swim Lessons (18 or older)
– Adult Huskies Swim Training (18 or older)
– Private and Semi-Private Swim Lessons
We’re excited to announce that beginning with Fall 2025 program registration, we will be transitioning to a NEW RECREATION PROGRAM REGISTRATION SYSTEM designed to better support our youth and family programming.
As part of this upgrade, there is an important change to how you will register your child for youth programs:
Important Information for Parents/Guardians:
To register your child for aquatics programs this coming fall, you’ll need to:
1. Create your account *Note: Due to system constraints, only current students, faculty, and staff may use an MTU email. All others must use or create a different email address to create an account.
2. Add your children as your affiliates (with their date of birth)
3. Register your child through their affiliate profile (profile options in top right corner), not your own, for any program with an age requirement
This ensures accurate participant info and correct age group placement.
Create your accounts early to be ready!
– Additional information on how to create your user account
– Additional information on how to create your child’s affiliate account
Thank you for your support as we make this exciting transition! We’re confident this new system will offer a more user-friendly and efficient experience for all.
Questions? Contact Aquatics Manager Annie Boyle at ambengry@mtu.edu or 906-487-2995.
See you at the pool!
Sign up for intramurals before it’s to late!
Ice Hockey
-Team Entry Deadline: Oct. 22 @ 8:00 am
Pickleball Doubles Tournament
-Deadline: Oct. 24 @ 12:00 pm
Basketball 3-on-3 Tournament
-Deadline: Oct. 31 @ 8:00 am
-Tournament dates: Nov. 4 & 5
Billiards Doubles
-Deadline: Oct.31 @ 12:00 pm
-Tournament Date: Nov. 1 @ TBA
Support Michigan Tech Hockey!
Based on position, use ticket scanners (hand-held device to validate ticket admission), stampers (used to validate patrons entered with a valid ticket if they leave through the gates and come back for re-entry), or serve wristbands (put wristbands on patrons with valid tickets for Suite area) for entrance to the event.
Support your Local Community!
Every fall the Student Leadership and Involvement office hosts “Make a Difference Day,” the largest national day of community service, in which students, faculty, and staff come together to serve our community. This year’s event will take place on Saturday, October 25th.
Volunteer projects will vary based on the needs of local agencies and community members. Painting, weeding, planting, digging, raking, cleaning, organizing, and moving are all likely projects that we have seen in the past.
Support Late Night Programming!
We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to support our upcoming Karaoke Night, hosted by Student Leadership & Involvement’s Late Night Programming. Whether you’re great with tech, love organizing, or enjoy hyping up a crowd — we’ve got a role for you!