Student Scoop – January 14, 2026

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!

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!

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.

We are looking for new coaches this semester! Fill out the QR code to join.

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

Make Matcha with HuskyDining! All of our classes this semester are scheduled. Sign up now to save your spot.

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

View the Full 2025/26 Season

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 join us at the Writing Center (Walker 107) from 7:00pm to 8:00pm on Thursday, 1/22!

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!

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.

Various Opportunities – Tuesday, January 20th from 9:00am to Saturday, January 24th, 2026 12:00pm