Fraternity and Sorority Life Award Winners
We are excited to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our Greek community members. On Sunday, January 26, we recognize the service, leadership, and hard work of our Greek award winners, who have made their mark in academics, volunteerism, philanthropy, and member development. Join us in honoring these individuals and organizations for their contributions!
Congratulations to all the 2025 winners!
Fraternity Member of the Year: Nolan Janeczko
Sorority Member of the Year: Mariah Mellendorf
Outstanding New Fraternity Member of the Year: Joey Steinl
Outstanding New Sorority Member of the Year: Avery Herman
Outstanding Chapter Advisor: Ellen Horsch
Outstanding Chapter President: Hunter Perry
Outstanding Leadership in a Greek Council: Seth Parrish
Spirit of Greek Leadership: Gracie Brownlow
Outstanding Staff Award: Travis Wakeham
Outstanding Faculty Award: Dr. Kyle Griffin
Outstanding Man Scholarship: Aidan Doyle
Fraternity Chapter of the Year: Lambda Chi Alpha
Sorority Chapter of the Year: Alpha Gamma Delta
Outstanding New Member Program: Delta Phi Epsilon
Outstanding Academic Program: Delta Phi Epsilon
Outstanding Risk Management Program: Alpha Gamma Delta
Outstanding Alumni Relations Program: Alpha Sigma Tau
Outstanding Community Service/Philanthropy Initiative: Delta Zeta
Outstanding Well-being Initiative: Alpha Gamma Delta
Outstanding Greek Relations: Phi Delta Chi
Outstanding Member Development Program: Alpha Gamma Delta
For more information about the awards, visit the Fraternity and Sorority Life Awards webpage.
Student Leadership Award Nominations Now Open!
Nominations are open to celebrate and recognize the individual and group efforts of students involved across campus at the 31st Annual Student Leadership Awards! The nomination deadline for all awards is Sunday, March 9th by midnight. Each week leading up to the nomination deadline, we will highlight two awards for which you could nominate an outstanding member of our community!
Percy Julian Award
The Percy Julian Award recognizes students whose leadership fosters an inclusive and equitable campus community. This award celebrates students who champion diversity and cultural awareness through their actions and accomplishments. These individuals play a vital role in creating a welcoming and supportive environment at Michigan Tech.
Celebrate a student making a difference! Nominate someone who embodies the values of equity, inclusion, and understanding. Your nomination helps us highlight the remarkable contributions of those who inspire positive change.
Outstanding Future Alumni Award
The Outstanding Future Alumni Award recognizes a student who has gone above and beyond to support the Alumni Engagement mission of “Celebrating Traditions. Creating Connections.” It honors students who make a meaningful difference by strengthening Michigan Tech traditions or creating new ones that unite the Husky community. These individuals contribute to a lasting legacy of pride, unity, and engagement through their dedication.
Help us recognize a student whose commitment to Michigan Tech traditions and connections deserves to be celebrated. Students eligible for this award must be actively involved in a Tech Tradition. Your nominee has the chance to win a $500 scholarship if selected. Nominate a future alumni leader today!
Find more information about all the awards and nomination forms on the Student Leadership Award webpage.
Are You Struggling To Retain Members of Your Organization?
Keeping members engaged and involved is crucial to the success of any group, including RSOs. Without proper engagement, retaining members can become a challenge. HuskyLEAD: Strategies for Member Engagement & Retention will teach proven techniques for boosting participation and maintaining long-term commitment within your group. Listed below are details about the event.
Date: Tuesday, February 11th
Time: 4:00-5:00 PM
Location: Fisher 125
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!
Tech Traditions & Connections Survey
Hey Huskies! The Office of Alumni Engagement wants to hear from you this Winter Carnival. Take the Tech Traditions & Connections Survey to share your favorite memories. Those who complete the survey will have the opportunity to receive a gift from the Office of Alumni Engagement during the All-Nighter!
Cocoa, Contraceptives, & Conduct
Stop by the Library Exhibit Space on Tuesday. February 4th from 11AM – 1:00PM for Free Hot Cocoa, contraceptives, and learn about the Good Samaritan Provision. Staff from the Office of Academic and Community Conduct, Public Safety and Police Service, Title IX, and Student Mental Health and Well-being will be on hand to chat and provide resources.
Remember the guy who hypnotized Howie Mandel on America’s Got Talent?!
Remember the guy who hypnotized Howie Mandel on America’s Got Talent?!
Chris Jones is a hypnotist, comedian, and the host of the prank series Double Take on Facebook Watch. In each episode of the new series, Jones conspires with a different celebrity (from John Cena to Pamela Anderson and NeNe Leakes) to give one adoring fan the surprise of a lifetime: meeting and interacting with their idol in a range of crazy circumstances, though – under hypnosis – unable to recognize them.
Friday, February 7 at 10 p.m. in the Varsity Gym in the SDC. Brought to you by Blue Key National Honor Society, Inter-Residence Housing Council (IRHC), MUB Board, and Student Leadership and Involvement’s Late Night Program. Join us for a FREE Friday night show where you’ll have a chance to get hypnotized!
For more details, go to Involvement Link!
Winter Carnival Volunteering
With Winter Carnival right around the corner, Blue Key is looking for volunteers from the student body and community to help staff our events. By signing up to usher, or staff firepits, you are helping to guarantee a continuation of beloved Winter Carnival events and earning service hours in the process! Please consider signing up using the GivePulse links below for Stage Revue and Royalty Ushering. Additionally, there is a sign-up for staffing fire pits by the pier during the fireworks and torchlight parade. With your help, we can make this Winter Carnival full of KNIGHTS to remember!
Wanted: Peer Mentors
The Center for Diversity and Inclusion is hiring undergraduate Peer Mentors for the Fall 2025 semester for the Husky Connect Peer Mentor Program. Become a mentor and help support first-year students in their transition to MTU.
Apply Today! to be one of our undergraduate peer mentors for next fall. Application review will begin mid-February.
For more information, contact kaylam@mtu.edu, visit our website, or stop in to CDI.
Michigan Tech Recreation
Ladies Night at the Shooting Range!
Ready, Aim, Fire! Join us for an exciting and educational evening at Ladies Night at the Shooting Range. Whether you’re a seasoned shooter or a first-timer, this event is designed to introduce you to the fundamentals of pistol shooting in a fun, safe, and supportive atmosphere. Come learn proper safety and handling techniques, try out a variety of pistols, and find the one that feels right for you—all while having a great time with other women at the range!
Event Details:
Where: SDC Indoor Range
When: February 13th, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Cost: $15 (Includes 50 rounds of .22 LR ammo)
What You Get:
Introductory pistol shooting experience
50 rounds of .22 LR ammo
Opportunity to try out different pistols
Instruction on safety and shooting techniques
Chance to purchase 9mm or other ammo after your first 50 rounds
What to Bring:
Your best aim and a willingness to learn!
Comfortable clothing (closed-toe shoes recommended)
We’ll provide the rest: firearms, ammo, targets, and instruction.
Registration closes February 12th at 11:59pm
WIBIT Wednesday
Come make a splash with our inflatable pool obstacle course called the WIBIT! You can test your individual skills on the course or challenge a friend to a race across the obstacles.
The course is set up in the deep water and requires users to be able to pass our swim test. A full list of WIBIT rules and swim test options as well as featured obstacle combinations can be found on the WIBIT page on our website. All WIBIT rules can be found here.
Dates:
Wednesday, January 29th | 5:00 – 8:00pm
Wednesday, March 5th | 5:00 – 8:00pm
Wednesday, April 9th | 5:00 – 8:00pm
The event is open to current MTU Students and SDC Access Pass Holders (minimum 1-month). Student/Access Pass ID required upon entry (no pre-registration required).
Not a current student or SDC Access Pass Holder? Purchase a WIBIT Wednesday Pass. Capacity is limited. Receipt is required upon entry. Completion of a waiver and concussion awareness form is also required. No SDC day passes or action passes will be accepted for admission.
Featured pieces include:
The Step — This piece allows users to climb up onto the course.
The Cliff — Users must navigate either side of a slope using the handles and their balancing skills.
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!
The Base – Users must make their way across a horizontal surface. Be careful how fast you move as it can get slippery!
V-Connect – Users must use limited footing space to navigate across the horizontal structure.
See you at the pool!
Learn to Dance with the MTU Swing Dance Club
Date: Every Sunday and Wednesday
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Venue: Douglass Houghton Patio (Rain Location: DHH Connector Space)
Step into a night of Swing Dancing Fun hosted twice a week!!
Lesson Starts at 7:00 PM
FREE FREE FREE!!!
No Partner Necessary
No Experience Required
DJ Dance Party at 8:00 PM
DJed Swing Music
Practice what you learned at the Lesson!
Follow us on Instagram @mtu_swing for updates and exciting details!
Mark your calendar and get ready for a swinging good time! Whether it is Wednesday or Sunday, our dance floor is waiting for you!
In preparation of this year’s SnoBall, the Swing Club will be hosting a crash course. Want to brush up on some skills or learn a new dance style? We will have lessons covering East Coast Swing, Waltz, and Polka! No partner or experience needed.
*There will be water breaks between lessons!
Crash Course
Thursday, February 6, 2025
2 – 5 p.m.
DHH Ballroom, Michigan Tech.
2 p.m. – East Coast Swing
3 p.m. – Waltz
4 p.m. – Polka
MUB Board Presents:
MUB Board is looking to change Spring Fling this year! Spring Fling is a Tech Tradition that is meant to be a celebration of the semester and ending said semester on a high note. Over the years though, we feel that we have lost that original intent and have settled into a rhythm out of obligation, not in celebration. In efforts to correct this as well as improve our communication with participants, here are some of the current updates.
Spring Fling will no longer be a table-ing based event. Between K-Day and Spring Involvement Fair, a third recruitment/table-ing event has become redundant, especially at the end of the year when students are not trying to join new organizations.
Spring Fling will be activity based: The goal is to have little events happening around campus; these activities will follow the theme for this year (wild west) and provide students with things to do on campus that are fun, engaging, and can be done between classes. We as MUB board have already started brainstorming activities that will be listed in the form but you are more than welcome to come up with your own. Additionally, all the options that will be listed may not all happen, it really depends on what participating orgs want, how many want to participate, and what Michigan Tech will allow.
If your org wants to participate: Please fill out this general interest form. You don’t have to know what activity your org would like to host to fill it out. This is to gauge how many orgs are interested so that we can start planning early as well as confirm a main method of communication. We would like to have a headcount of participating orgs by February 2nd so start talking with your teams.
If you have questions, please feel free to reach out to mubboard@mtu.edu.
Join us in the SDC Multipurpose Room on Sunday, February 2nd for laser tag with Respawn Tactical Laser Tag! Games will be in teams of 5, so bring friends or make some there!
Need something fun to do during the Winter Carnival All-Nighter? Bring your friends over to the MUB Commons from 8pm – midnight to sing some Karaoke!
Stuff-a-Husky
It’s here folks! Our 12th Annual Stuff-a-Husky is back! Join us in the MUB Commons on February 11th where you can claim your very own plush Husky, Chicken, Capybara, Baby Goat, or Sting Ray while supplies last! Remember to bring a valid Tech ID!
Ferris Bueller’s Day Off
This Week Film Board Presents:
Ferris Bueller’s Day Off
A brash, cocky high school senior, tired of skipping school to spend a boring day at home, is determined to enjoy an epic day roaring around his favorite Chicago sites, enlisting his best friend and girlfriend to join him on the adventure.
Ferris Bueller’s Day Off is rated PG-13
Friday (1/31) 5:30pm 8:30pm 11:30pm
Saturday (2/1) 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 accepted. We hope to see you at the movie this weekend and have a great day.
Fashion Show- Threading Empathy
Welcome to Threading Empathy:
Where Fashion, Technology, and Culture Collide
In a world driven by innovation, Threading Empathy emerges as a groundbreaking fashion show and competition. This isn’t just a showcase of style—it’s a bold exploration of how empathy can be woven into the very fabric of our wearable creations.
Imagine smart textiles and 3D-printed couture that embrace inclusivity and sustainability, or wearable tech that connects us to the world in meaningful ways. Threading Empathy is where these possibilities come to life.
The Competition: Showcase Your Creativity, Innovation, and Empathy
At the heart of Threading Empathy lies an exciting competition. Each creation in the fashion show will be judged for their ingenuity, craftsmanship, and ability to embody the spirit of empathy through the lens of technology and fashion.
Cash prizes:
- 1st Place: $500
- 2nd Place: $250
- 3rd Place: $100
Honorable mentions will be awarded for innovative approaches and exceptional creativity.
Participation and Design Guidelines
Threading Empathy invites participants of all skill levels to bring their unique visions to life. Whether you’re a seasoned designer or a curious novice, this is your chance to explore uncharted territory.
Ways to participate:
- Empathy Through Design: Create a garment or accessory that captures the essence of empathy as it relates to human connection, inclusivity, or shared experience.
- Innovative Textiles and Technologies: Experiment with smart fabrics, conductive threads, or 3D printing to merge craftsmanship with cutting-edge technologies.
- Robotic Fashion: Design garments or accessories for robots, combining futuristic aesthetics with functional innovation.
And here’s the best part: No prior experience in sewing, coding, or designing is required. The only limits are your creativity and imagination.
Complete this form to participate.
Join the Movement
Threading Empathy is more than a fashion show—it’s a conversation about the future of fashion and its power to inspire connection. By participating, you become part of a visionary community redefining style, sustainability, and technology.
Whether you’re showcasing your design on the runway or cheering from the audience, you’re contributing to a collective celebration of empathy, artistry, and limitless possibility.
Mark your calendars and prepare to witness fashion reimagined. Let’s thread empathy into the future—one design at a time.
What: Fashion Show: Threading Empathy
Where: McArdle Theatre
When: February 13-15, 2025 at 7:30 p.m.
Get tickets to attend or sign up to participate by visiting events.mtu.edu/event/mtt-fashionshow
Survey of Generative AI use within the College of Computing
My name is Rose Siebigteroth, and I’m currently working under Dr. Leo Ureel and Dr. Briana Bettin for research into the use of and outlook on generative artificial intelligence (AI) by College of Computing students.
I have prepared a short (5 minute) survey on individual experience with generative AI, such as ChatGPT, Notebook LLM, and Microsoft Copilot. Participation is completely voluntary and anonymous, and will help gather insight on student use of generative AI with coding.
If you are interested in taking this survey, it can be found here: https://forms.gle/PAvCn3haGbt57Gft9
Please contact rmsiebig@mtu.edu for any questions. Thank you!
Husky Hour: Body Neutrality
Let’s shift the narrative about our body image! Join us for an empowering presentation on body neutrality—a healthy approach to how we view and treat our bodies. Come relax and make a collage while you learn more about what body neutrality is and why it matters, how to focus on what your body can do and walk away with practical tips on building a healthier relationship with yourself.
Cocoa and Chill: Beat the Winter Blues
Struggling with the winter blues? Drop by our informal Winter Blues Workshop for a cozy, stress-free way to learn about Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Enjoy a cup of hot cocoa with toppings, try out light therapy lamps, and chat one-on-one with a mental health professional about managing winter-related mood changes. No registration needed—just stop by, warm up, and take away tips to boost your well-being this winter!
Can the Citation
Do you have a parking citation that hasn’t been paid? Looking for a way to get rid of that citation without paying? We have a solution for you that also helps our campus community. The Division of Student Affairs, HuskyFAN, and Transportation Services have teamed up to Can your Citations and support the HuskyFAN food pantry!
Donate non-expired, non-perishable food items or personal care items to the HuskyFAN.
Donation Information:
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
Donations will be accepted between February 3rd and February 23rd at the Dean of Students Office.
All who donate will be entered into a parking pass raffle.
While numerous donations are appreciated, a maximum of three citations are eligible for removal from your account during the donation period.
Questions can be directed to deanofstudents@mtu.edu.
Fundraiser for the Special Olympics!
To cap off Winter Carnival ’25, the brothers of the Gamma Chi Chapter will brave the ice and snow in their underwear in the name of charity! Any donations received will go directly towards the Special Olympics. Each donation counts as one ‘sponsor’ of our runners, which allows you to choose one picture or phrase to be drawn on a brother. This event will take place Friday, February 7th at 10 a.m. The brothers will start the 0.8 mile run at Michigan Tech’s Walker Arts Building and end at our house at 1020 College Ave. Please make your donations at (https://sigtau.crowdchange.co/46196), and thank you very much!
Fans in the Stands
Winter welcome back programming is wrapping up with a Fans in the Stands event supporting the Men’s and Women’s Basketball Teams as they are take on the Lakers of Grand Valley State University! We will have drawings for awesome swag bags during both games so come out and support your Huskies! Tip off is at Noon for the women’s game and 2 pm for the men’s games!
Applications for SURF are Now Open!
Are you interested in gaining valuable research experience? Applications for the Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) are NOW OPEN!
Don’t wait—connect with faculty to discuss potential research projects for this summer or reach out to us for help finding a research mentor. This opportunity is a great way to build skills, work on cutting-edge projects, and enhance your resume – while doing amazing research!
SURF applications are due on February 7th at 5 pm.
Learn more by visiting the SURF website. Questions? Please contact Chris Hohnholt at cahohnho@mtu.edu
BigFoot Glowshoe Volunteers Needed!
Volunteer Opportunity: BigFoot Glowshoe Event
Hosted by the Outdoor Adventure Program & the Center for Student Mental Health and Wellbeing
Date: February 6, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Location: Outdoor Adventure Program Rental Center
Join us for an unforgettable evening of glow-snowshoeing under the stars! Participants will enjoy two illuminated trails of varying lengths, with snowshoes provided as part of the registration fee. To make this event a success, we’re seeking additional volunteers to assist in a variety of roles.
Volunteer Positions:
● Snowshoe Assistance: Help participants strap on and remove snowshoes. (5:30 PM – 8:15
PM)
● Fire Pit & S’mores Station: Oversee the propane fire pit and assist with hot cocoa & s’more
making. (5:30 PM – 8:30 PM)
● Trail Traffic Coordination: Direct participants along the trails. (5:30 PM – 9:00 PM)
● Trail Decoration: Set up lights along the trails before the event. (12:00 PM – 5:00 PM)
● Trail Teardown: Remove trail lights after the event. (9:00 PM – 10:30 PM)
● Shuttle Service: Operate a campus shuttle to and from the Outdoor Adventure Program.
(5:30 PM – 8:00 PM)
How to Volunteer:
If you’re available to assist in any of these roles, even for a short time, we would greatly appreciate your help!
Please contact us at:
● Outdoor Adventure Program: oap@mtu.edu
● Center for Student Mental Health and Wellbeing: eahumes@mtu.edu or
smwoodru@mtu.edu
Thank you for helping us make this event a glowing success!
Calling All Student Innovators: Design Expo 2025 Registration is Open!
Calling All Student Innovators: Design Expo 2025 Registration is Open!
Get ready to showcase your creativity and hard work at Michigan Tech’s 25th Design Expo on Tuesday, April 15, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Van Pelt and Opie Library and the MUB Ballroom.
What is Design Expo?
It’s the perfect opportunity to highlight your Enterprise or Senior Design/Capstone projects to the campus and community. This year, projects from all areas of campus are welcome—whether you’re in Business, Computing, Engineering, or Forest Resources and Environmental Science.
Why Participate?
- Share your innovation with peers, faculty, industry professionals, and the public.
- Gain valuable feedback from distinguished judges.
- Compete for $3,500 in cash prizes!
Register Your Team Today!
Senior Design and Enterprise teams are encouraged to sign up now. Registration closes Friday, March 7, so don’t wait! Learn more and register on the Design Expo student registration page.
Michigan Tech Intramural Sports
Register for MTU Intramurals! Sign up today on http://imleagues.com.
**NOTE: Billiards Tournament has been
RESCHEDULED for this Saturday, February 1st, at 10:00am!**
Coming Up on GivePulse
Support the Community!
We are looking for eager volunteers who are willing to do some hands-on tasks! You might find yourself building something with wood, sewing something, or another activity. Come with a positive attitude and excitement to help the community!
Support Blue Key and Winter Carnival!
Royalty is tradition that Blue Key hosts each year to let students show off their excellence within the university and the community. Ushers play a key role in providing a warm and welcoming environment for attendees, assisting with seating, guiding guests to the appropriate areas, and answering any questions they may have. Volunteers will need to meet in the Rozsa Lobby at 6 pm and stay until the end of the show, approx. 9 pm. Ushers will also be able to watch and enjoy the show!