The Student Scoop – April 20, 2022


MUB Board Presents…

Are you a tired college student? Stop by the MUB Commons on April 21 from 6-8pm to unwind before exam week! There will be supplies for a variety of crafts including string art, origami, macrame, and bracelets. You just need to bring yourself and have fun. Don’t miss your last chance to relax before finals!


K-Day Registration is OPEN

Sunny days are heading your way! Grab your flip-flops and sunglasses because we are heading to the beach!! K-Day Registration is officially open, so reserve your spot now! Space and resources are limited, so do not delay!  This year’s theme will have you soaking up the fun at K-Day!  Organizations can get creative with this beach vibes-themed student organization fair!

K-Day, or Keweenaw Day, is an annual tradition that will be held on Friday, September 9 beginning at noon. Students head to Chassell Centennial Park for an afternoon of food, fun, and music – it’s like a day at the beach!  K-day typically sees 3000-4000 students so this is an important recruitment opportunity for your organization.  Please have your organization’s event finalized before registering HERE.  

Keep in mind, the person you list as the primary contact for your organization’s registration will be the one receiving all communications.  They will need to keep an eye out for emails during the summer in case of any changes that are made to K-Day due to any updates we may need to make in regards to our campus Healthy and Safety Levels. 

Questions about K-Day can be directed to Rochelle Spencer at raspence@mtu.edu or call 906-487-1963.


Earth Day Dinner

Join us on April 22nd, 4-7 pm for the 2nd annual Earth Day Dinner! 90% of the food served in the McNair Dining Hall will be plant-based and 100% of the food and paper waste generated at the dinner will be diverted from the landfill. Some menu items include Buffalo Chickpea Quesadillas, Red Lentil Curry, and Portabella Mushroom Burgers. Wads will have more plant-based options and a waste diversion station. Students with a meal plan are encouraged to donate any remaining guest passes to be used by off-campus students, faculty, and staff.


Swing on By!

Need a break from studying? Come to the MUB Alumni Lounge from 6 pm – 9 pm on Sunday, April 24th to get your blood pumping while listening to jazzy tunes by the Backroom Boys. This free Swing sponsored event is open to the Michigan Tech community and general public. No dance experience necessary and $5 donations are greatly appreciated. Hope you’ll swing by!



It’s National Volunteer Appreciation Week!

Each year, Michigan Tech students give their time and talent to benefit our community through campus programs like Make a Difference Day and Alternative Spring Breaks, as well as independent community service. In the past calendar year, 772 volunteers tracked their service on our volunteer management software, GivePulse. Together they have given 10,948 hours of service to our community. Thank you to each of those volunteers and all of the volunteers here in the Keweenaw who make our community stronger together!

Haven’t tracked your own service hours yet? Login to GivePulse using your Michigan Tech SSO today to add your impact! Creating your account is simple!

Want to get more involved in service? Login to GivePulse to find local and remote opportunities to give back.


Film Board Presents…

Join us this weekend for a special double showing of the amazing films Batman (1989) and The Dark Knight

Batman 1989 showtimes:
Friday Apr 22nd: 5:30,8:30,11:30

The Dark Knight showtimes:
Saturday Apr 23rd: 5:30,8:30,11:30

Batman 1989 is Rated PG-13 for language, some nudity, and violence 
The Dark Knight is rated PG-13 for sequences of violence and some menace

Located on Michigan tech’s campus in Fisher 135. Tickets are 3$ and concessions are 1$. We hope to see you at the movie this weekend and have a great day.

5:30 Showtimes are to be shown with subtitles now!


The end of the semester often comes with a lot of stress. The Library wants to help! Along with campus partners, we are planning things to help ease that stress, encourage much needed breaks, and help you ace your exams. 

  • Pause with Paws: Apr 21, 1-3pm —  Come hang out with library staff members’ adorable pets to dole out scratches and get some fresh air! Rovano Plaza 
  • Stress-Free Finals Massages: Apr 23, 1-5pm  — Melt away the stress of finals week – no appointment needed! Student Mental Health and Well-Being, Library 103 and Staff Lounge (first floor)
  • Pet Therapy: Apr 24, 1-3pm  — Spend time with trained therapy dogs for adorable destressing. Student Mental Health and Well-Being, Main Exhibit Hallway (first floor)
  • Pancake Breakfast: Apr 24, 7-10pm  —  Up late studying? Grab some pancakes and bacon served up by the university administrators. Library Cafe 
  • Snack Attacks: Apr 25, 26, & 27, after 6pm —  Stay fueled up during the final push with free snacks. Student Mental Health and Well-Being, Library

All Week

  • See your pets while you study! — We’re compiling your pet photo submissions into a slideshow that will run on the library TVs during finals week.
  • Brain Break Stations — give your brain some time off with games, coloring, and other odds and ends to fidget with. First and Second Floors
  • VPOL Unplugged Space — Take a calm and quiet break from your screens and papers while relaxing in our comfiest chairs. East Reading Room, starting Apr 21 after 4pm

Admissions is Hiring!

Are you staying in the Keweenaw this summer? Are you looking for more hours for work? Apply to be a tour guide or desk worker with Admissions!

Requirements: Must be an undergraduate student (or May Grad) who has completed two (2) semesters at Michigan Tech. Must have a 2.5 cumulative GPA and be in good academic and social standing.

Campus Tour Guide: Show prospective Michigan Tech students and their families around campus while sharing your own amazing student experience to help them with their college decision. Shifts are available Monday through Friday from 9:00-10:30 a.m., 10 a.m.-1 p.m., 11:30-1:00p.m., and 2-4 p.m. These shifts include both our am and pm tours as well as front desk visitor check-in.

Apply on Handshake!


Women in Physics Presents…

MTU alumni Dr. Binita Hona will be talking about her research as well as her journey as a student at Michigan Tech. She is a postdoctoral research associate at the University of Utah. Her research title is “Periodic Emission from a Gamma-ray Binary”.
Please join us for a virtual interactive seminar brought to you by the Women in Physics if you want to; 1) Learn about High-Energy Astrophysics2) Ask questions about the postdoc application process3) Hangout with us and enjoy free snacks 

Time: 5:30 – 7 pm
Date: April 21, 2022Place: GLRC 202Event type: Hybrid
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://zoom.us/j/94108112278?pwd=T1dHT2FvRzh3aGpzUU5sVGI5MWVMUT09


The Center for Student Mental Health and Well-being Presents…

Join Jade and Cat at the husky statue Saturday night at 11:45pm to decompress before finals with snacks and screaming with friends right at midnight! Hope to see you there!


What you put into a class is what you will get out of it, so make the water work for you! Come find your depth. Whether you prefer the deep or the shallow end, you won’t be in over your head. Use the water for a workout that is low on impact but high in resistance, which will get your heart pumping and leave you feeling energized.


Apply for University Innovation Fellows!

The UIF program can empower you to become an agent of change! You will learn about human-centered design through Stanford’s d.school and get the chance to go to a conference in Silicon Valley, California! Applications are due by April 21st at 5pm.


As we come to the end of the 2022 spring semester at Michigan Tech, we have a few important updates to share regarding planned maintenance and general projects in the SDC as we make the transition to summer beginning April 30.

Friday, April 29 – Last day of Spring Semester building operations.
Saturday, April 30 – MTU Spring Commencement (SDC CLOSED)

Sunday, May 1 – Sunday, May 8 (SDC CLOSED)

Facilities that will be open
Gates Tennis Center: Monday-Friday 9 am-7 pm, Saturday & Sunday 9:00 am-5:00 pm
Michigan Tech Nordic Trails
University Images
April 30, 8:00 am-5:00 pm and May 1st, 10:00 am-5:00 pm
May 2-15; Monday-Friday 10:00 am-5:00 pm, Saturday Noon-5:00 pm, Closed on Sunday

Monday, May 9 – Sunday, May 15

Facilities that will be open
Gates Tennis Center
Monday-Friday 9 am-7 pm, Saturday & Sunday 9:00 am-5:00 pm
Michigan Tech Nordic Trails
OAP Rental Center
Monday-Friday 2:00 pm-6:00 pm, Saturday & Sunday Noon-6:00 pm
Fitness Center (Temporarily reduced hours)
Monday-Friday 7:00 am-11:00 am & 3:00 pm-7:00 pm, Saturday & Sunday Noon-5:00 pm
Racquetball Courts (Temporarily reduced hours)
Monday-Friday 3:00 pm-7:00 pm, Saturday & Sunday Noon-5:00 pm
Locker Rooms 104, 105, 109, 109F, 109G, 107, 207B
Monday-Friday 6:30 am-7:30 pm, Saturday & Sunday 11:30 am-5:30 pm
Recreation Office
Monday-Friday 8:00 am-4:00 pm
Ticket Office
Monday-Friday 8:00 am-7:00 pm, Saturday & Sunday Noon-5:00 pm
University Images
Monday-Friday 10:00 am-5:00 pm, Saturday Noon-5:00 pm, Closed on Sunday

Monday, May 16

Facilities that will be re-open
Climbing Wall
Pool
Locker Room 110
Multipurpose Room and Varsity Gym
Shooting Range
Planned maintenance and general projects that will take place during the SDC closure include:

SDC: Annual campus steam shutdown (no heat or hot water)
Ice Arena: Water Lines Replacement (no water)
SDC: Tile floor wax resurfacing (2nd floor)
Shooting Range: Trap, filters, and ductwork cleaning
Fitness Center: Upholstery Replacement, Additional Hallway Benches/Coat Racks
Recreation Office: Carpet replacement
Climbing Wall: OAP Staff Certification Training
Pool: Staff training, restricted access due to construction in SDC locker room 110
Locker Room 110: Sauna Renovation
Multipurpose Room and Varsity Gym: Floor Refinishing

Thank you for your patience during this short interruption as we work through these much-needed projects. For current SDC members, please accept complimentary access to Gates Tennis Center and the Michigan Tech Trails from April 30 to May 15. In addition, select areas in the SDC have been made available on a reduced schedule, therefore requests for SDC membership extension will not be accepted. We view this temporary shutdown as a way to make a positive impact on multiple areas of the facility without causing the need for further/additional/unplanned closures and disruptions. We stand by our commitment to make improvements to our facility that will benefit our users today and into the future.

The SDC will reopen fully on Monday, May 16, with summer hours in place through Sunday, August 29. Please note that the SDC and the Gates Tennis Center will be closed on May 30 and July 4 for University recognized holidays.