Rescheduled – HuskyLEAD: Managing Organizational Conflict
Join us for a practical workshop on managing organizational conflict aimed to help you navigate conflict in any groups you’re a part of. Through guided discussion and real-life scenarios, you will explore strategies for addressing disagreements within their organizations, even when those conflicts involve friends. This session will equip you with tools to communicate effectively, manage tension, and strengthen relationships while working toward shared goals.
Note: This event was initially scheduled for Wednesday, February 18th, but was cancelled due to the University Closure.
New Date: Monday, March 16th
New Time: 4:00-5:00 PM
New Location: Fisher 132
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!
Student Leadership Award Nominations Close 3/9 @ 11:59 PM
Nominations are open to celebrate and recognize the individual and group efforts of students involved across campus at the 32nd Annual Student Leadership Awards! The nomination deadline for all awards is Monday, March 9th at 11:59 PM. Each week leading up to the nomination deadline, we will highlight awards for which you could nominate an outstanding member of our community!
This week we are highlighting our “Student Group” Awards! Student groups include Registered Student Organizations through Student Leadership and Involvement, house communities through Residence Education and Housing Services, or Enterprise groups.
- Exceptional Program of the Year: This award celebrates student groups whose programs go above and beyond to foster inclusion, enrich learning, and build connections within the Michigan Tech community. These programs create positive change and enhance the campus experience. Help us highlight the groups whose programs have made a meaningful difference. Nominate someone here.
- Most Improved Student Group: This award celebrates those who have faced difficulties head-on, making improvements in their operations, engagement, or initiatives. Through hard work, flexibility, and a commitment to progress, these groups not only survive challenges—they thrive and make a lasting impact on the Michigan Tech community. Nominate a student group today! Help us recognize the groups that have turned obstacles into opportunities for success. Nominate someone here.
- Student Group of the Year: This award recognizes student groups that not only meet their objectives but also contribute meaningfully to the campus environment. Through their dedication, collaboration, and hard work, these groups play an integral role in shaping the Michigan Tech community. Help us recognize the group that has shown exceptional leadership, innovation, and community impact. Nominate a standout student group today! Nominate someone here.
And, since we missed last week, we will also highlight awards for which you could nominate an outstanding member of our community!
- Clair M Donovan Award: The Clair M. Donovan Award honors a faculty or staff member, student, or an exceptional community member who has provided the most outstanding service during the preceding year. This prestigious award celebrates individuals who embody the spirit of service and leadership exemplified by Clair M. Donovan. As a Michigan Tech alumnus, national president of Blue Key, and a dedicated civil leader, Donovan’s contributions left a lasting legacy—and this award continues to recognize those who follow in his footsteps. Nominate a deserving individual today! Help us celebrate someone whose commitment and service have made Michigan Tech and the community a better place. Nominate someone here.
- Student Organization Advisor of the Year: The Student Organization Advisor of the Year Award honors an advisor of a Registered Student Organization who goes above and beyond to engage and motivate its members. This award recognizes advisors who actively participate, inspire, and guide student organizations toward success. Respected by the organization’s members, these advisors play a crucial role in fostering growth, leadership, and a sense of community within the group. Show your appreciation! Eligible recipients must be a registered advisor of a Registered Student Organization through Student Leadership and Involvement. Nominate an advisor who has made a lasting impact on your organization. Nominate someone here.
Find more information about all the awards and nomination forms on the Student Leadership Award webpage.
SoundGirls McRave
Get ready for McRave — the ultimate dance party taking over McArdle Theatre!
SoundGirls, MUB Board, and Late Night Programming are transforming McArdle into a full-on rave experience for one night only. With high-energy music, vibrant lights, and an electric atmosphere, McRave is your chance to let loose, hit the dance floor, and vibe with friends in a whole new way.
Why McRave? Because we’re bringing the rave to McArdle — and you do not want to miss it.
We’ll have light refreshments available to keep you fueled while you dance the night away. Whether you’re coming to show off your best moves or just soak in the energy, this is the place to be.
Friday, March 13th. Starts at 7pm in McArdle Theatre.
Bring your friends. Bring the energy. Let’s rave.
Spring Blood Drive Success!
Order of Omega would like to take a moment to highlight the AMAZING results from last week’s Blood Drive through The American Red Cross!
Between both days of the drive, 359 donors were able to donate 355 units of blood– enough to save up to 723 lives!
We would like to thank all of our participating members in the MTU community for coming out to Give Blood, especially in the midst of a blood shortage. It’s because of generous donors like yourselves that we’re able to help our community and save lives!
Additionally, a big thank you goes out to all of our volunteers who stepped up to help run the drive itself. Your hard work and generosity does not go unnoticed!
Thank you again sincerely for a fantastic blood drive this spring, and we hope you’re able to join us again for our drive next fall!
ASME Company Tour
Interested in learning more about Enstrom Helicopter and Marinette Marine? Join ASME on a company tour March 19th, 2026. This opportunity is open to all students and you can show your interest by submitting this form. We hope to see you there!
We are hiring!
The Outdoor Adventure Program is hiring for Summer 2026! If you love going outside, meeting new people, and exploring new places, we might be a great fit for you! Fill out the attached QR code attached if you are interested or email oap@mtu.edu
Become an EMT!
Michigan Tech EMS is recruiting for the 2026-27 cycle and will host info sessions for students interested in becoming EMTs.
The sessions will cover the training course, application process, and what it’s like to serve with campus EMS – from hands-on patient care to being part of a close-knit team.
All majors, class years, and employees are welcome, and anyone even slightly curious about emergency medicine or campus service is encouraged to come learn more! Those who cannot attend can still reach out to ems@mtu.edu to learn more about getting involved.
MTU’s Study Away Annual Photo Contest is here!
We’re excited to announce the opening of our Annual Study Away Photo Contest! Please follow this link to submit up to 10 photos to be considered for up to 6 categories. We will be accepting entries through March 15th.
1) #HuskiesAway – Photos featuring Michigan Tech Apparel
2) Best Group Photo
3) Live like a Local – Favorite spots in town, homestays and housing, food, cultural traditions and holidays
4) Humans and the Environment – Conservation efforts in action, sustainable infrastructure, native (or invasive) wildlife and plants, connection to local landscapes
5) Global Classroom – Fieldwork, site visits, research labs or projects, internship sites, campus events and buildings, student organizations
The Committee will also select 10-20 finalist images for the following category which will be submitted for public voting.
6) People’s Choice
All winners will receive a Michigan Tech Study Away Nalgene water bottle and a framed copy of their photograph.
We’re excited to see your photos!
Dean Panel with SWE
Come join the Society of Women Engineers for a special discussion with three of MTU’s Deans! This is a great opportunity to hear leadership perspectives, ask questions, and connect with others across campus.
This event is open to everyone as part of E-Week events on campus.
This event will be on Wednesday, Feb. 25, at 6 pm, located in Dow 641. We hope to see you there!
Engineering Week
Celebrate Engineering Week with a full week of professional development events, hands‑on activities, and competitions all across campus. From the Career Pathway Gallery Walk and Snowball Slingshot to the Dean’s Panel, geodesic builds, and E‑Week cupcakes, explore what it means to be an engineer at Tech! To explore the full schedule and get involved visit.
2026 Keweenaw Bike Tour!
We’re planning a week-long bike-packing trip at the start of the Fall 2026 semester, August 22nd – 28th, beginning in Houghton, MI, and looping around the Copper Harbor region. The route will feature scenic stretches along Lake Superior, forested backroads, and plenty of opportunities for camping, exploring small towns, and enjoying the Keweenaw’s trails and views. Feel free to fill out our interest form and come to one of our informational meetings if you are interested. All experience levels are welcome—final details will depend on group size and interest.
Now Hiring LEAP Leaders for Fall 2026
Come join us at our informational session!
MSA Annual Grand Iftar Dinner
Spring Euchre Tournament presented by Euchre Club and Husky Eats
Calling all Euchre Players! Euchre Club is partnering with Husky Eats for yet another Euchre Tournament, happening March 18th from 6-9 pm. Sign up with a team or by yourself and compete against fellow euchre-lovers to win the competition and grand prize. All experience levels are welcome. To learn how to play, brush up on your euchre skills, or just enjoy some more euchre, join Euchre Club Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8-10pm in Wads Cherry Room!
Center for Student Mental Health and Wellbeing presents
Board Game Night
Swap your notes for a game card and join us for Board Game Night. Bring friends or come solo, there’s always a seat at the table in the Wads Annex from 6 – 8 pm.
Cookies & Coloring
Spring is almost here, treat yourself! Join us in the Alumni House for Cookies & Coloring for a cozy break: enjoy cookies, relax with coloring, and reset your mind before the end-of-semester crunch.
Behind the Buzz
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 nicotine.
Writing Center Has Asynchronous Appts!
The MTU Writing Center (located in 107 Walker) now offers asynchronous appointments. What does this mean?
Students can attach a document to an appointment slot and get feedback via tracked changes and comment bubbles.
While most often documents will be reviewed during the appointment slot, the Writing Center will have all documents completed by 5pm the day of the appointment. If you’d like some friendly, effective feedback on something due before Spring Break (or after), try out an asynchronous (or live, or virtual!) appointment this week! Just select “asynchronous” when you create the appointment and be ready to attach your file.
Questions? writingcenter@mtu.edu
The Office of Sustainability and Resilience Presents
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 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!
Leaving campus for spring break? Here are some steps you can take to get your spaces ready!
Want to gain leadership experience, earn some cash, and help make Michigan Tech’s campus more sustainable? The Office of Sustainability and Resilience is hiring a Waste Reduction and Food Security Coordinator to join our collaborative and impactful team for the 26-27 academic year!
Click this link to learn more and apply! Applications due Friday, February 27th.
Michigan Tech Dance Team Kids Clinic
Join us for the Michigan Tech Dance Team Kids Clinic at Michigan Technological University! Student-aged participants are invited to learn a fun pom routine with our team on March 20th from 5:00–7:00 PM at the SDC Wood Gym.
All clinic participants will then have the exciting opportunity to perform the routine at our Annual Spring Showcase on March 21st!
The cost is $25, which includes a team clinic T-shirt.
Please note: the clinic may be canceled if minimum registration numbers are not met.
Upcoming BMES Events
Looking to get involved, learn something new, or connect with other students in the BME community? Here are the upcoming events hosted by the Biomedical Engineering Society (BMES)!
CCHS Volunteering with BMES
WHEN: Saturday, March 14 from 1:00–2:00 PM
WHERE: Copper Country Humane Society
Spend an hour supporting the Copper Country Humane Society through hands‑on service! Volunteers will help with essential behind‑the‑scenes tasks like cleaning, organizing, and assisting with kennel or supply movement to support the animals’ daily care. Depending on staff availability, volunteers may briefly meet some of the animals after the work is done.
RSVP on Involvement Link is required .
Battle of the Medicines: BMES × SMLS Jeopardy Show‑Off
WHEN: Tuesday, March 18 from 6:00–7:00 PM
WHERE: Fisher 231
Test your knowledge (or just enjoy the chaos) at our healthcare‑ and science‑themed Jeopardy game night with the Society of Medical Laboratory Scientists (SMLS)! Categories include Medical Laboratory Science, Bio Basics, Lore & Legends, Human Body 101, and Biomedical Engineering. All students are welcome — undergrads, grad students, and anyone curious about medicine or science. Prizes will be awarded to the winning team.
Volunteer for McNair Vegas Night!
McNair Vegas night is coming up, and we need volunteers. Volunteers get free tickets. Fill out this form to volunteer today!
Spring 2026 SWE Underclassmen Scholarship
The Society of Women Engineers at Michigan Tech will be awarding two $1,000 scholarships this Spring (to be used for Fall 2026 semester) for two underclassmen! Scan the qr code for more details!
If you have any questions, contact the SWE Scholarship Chair, Jade Swingrum (jlswingr@mtu.edu)
Keweenaw Youth for Climate Action and Campus Climate Network Free Training
Keweenaw Youth for Climate Action and our partner organization Campus Climate Network are offering 4 free trainings! The trainings are Power and Self Interest, Campaign Planning, Canvassing and Outreach, and Leadership Development. Two trainings will be on March 14th and the next to will be on March 15th with a lunch provided between each of the trainings. If you are interested in signing up or learning more, please take a look at our RSVP form . We would love to see you there! If you have any questions feel free to reach out to KYCA at kyca@mtu.edu.
Circle K International x HuskyFAN Canned Food Drive
Canned Food Drive — HuskyFAN and Circle K are teaming up to collect donations for our community from March 16–20! Drop off your items anytime at our collection buckets outside Fisher 135, Library, Wadsworth Front Desk, DOW, and East Hall.
We welcome fresh produce, canned and shelf-stable foods, and hygiene products—especially high-need items like peanut butter, canned meats, beans, canned fruits and vegetables, mac & cheese, rice or other grains, baking essentials, and feminine hygiene products. Every donation counts!
Art and Music Fest Artist Sign Up
Do you make art or play music and want to share it with others?
You can do so at KYCA’s 5th Annual Art and Music Fest.
This event will be held from 1-6 on April 11th. This event is to showcase and share our compassion for the Earth in the month of April. If you are interested in signing up or want to learn more, please take a look at our artist sign up form. We hope to see you there!
AAAA Presents the Doohickey Corporation Thingamabob Convention
Hey you! Feeling bored and wishing you had something to do over Spring Break? Want to make something but don’t want to deal with the long process of finding an end goal? Have spare parts lying around, including (but not limited to) that ENG1101 parts kit you’ve been holding on to, but can’t bring yourself to throw away?
Look no further than the Doohickey Corporation’s Thingamabob Convention hosted by AAAA, the annual competition to see who can make the best convoluted and pointless contraption!
Come on down to Wads G42W on Saturday, April 4th with any and all of the following items to show off what you’ve made!
– Doohickeys
– Contraptions
– Mechanisms
– Thingamabobs
– Whatchamacallits
– Widgets
– Doodads
– Gizmos
– Gadgets
– and more!
Last year, contestants brought items like a pear wiggler, a model train motor, and a modified videogame. What will you bring this time? Check out the form and rules here to submit your thingamajig and/or confirm your attendance, even if you’re just stopping by.
Don’t have anything to bring? No problem! Feel free to simply check out the doodads and vote on your favorite thingamabob!
Keweenaw’s Got Talent
Inspired by America’s Got Talent, adults will perform and be judged by our panel of community judges for a variety of prizes, including: a $500 grand prize! Other awards will include Crowd Favorite (audience vote), Most Likely to Go Viral, Most Unique Talent and Best Belly Laugh!
Auditions are due by March 1 and are easy to submit – complete the Performer Entry Form and upload a video there showing us the jist of your act.
More information on the event can be found on our website.
We can’t wait to see your talent!
Intramurals
Registration closes soon for several of our Intramurals! Register now before it’s too late!
Registration Closes: 3/13 @ 12pm
- Co-Rec Regular Season
- Men’s/Open Regular Season
- Women’s Regular Season
Coming Up on GivePulse
Support Men’s 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 the UP Health System!
The Great Bear Chase offers cross country ski races to skiers of all abilities and ages, and is known for its laid-back, friendly atmosphere. Races are held at the Swedetown ski trails in Calumet, Michigan, which receives more than 230 inches of snow each year. Participants enjoy a post-race pasty luncheon, a Great Bear Chase hat, overall and age-group awards, door prizes, and other swag.
Volunteers are needed for a wide variety of tasks such as packet pickup, course marking, course marshals, result printer, and donning the bear costume itself!