Tech Tea – April 1, 2026

Join for a campus-wide event of detective-mystery-themed fun! In a celebration of student organizations and involvement, there will be tables around campus with organizations showing off what they have accomplished this year!

There will also be many fun things for students to do. Free food, a campus-wide mystery game, prize wheel, and even an INFLATABLE!! Take a walk through campus to experience all of the fun there is to have in this classic spring tradition. 

We are proud to announce that the band almost monday will be play AT MTU! Saturday, April 11th, join us in the SDC Varsity Gym, free for students!!

There will also be an opening act from local band Star Dawg, make sure to get your tickets here! (Sign in for student deal!)

Late Night Laser Tag is coming to the Memorial Union Building from 9:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. Join us for three simultaneous laser tag arenas running throughout the night, with two games set up in the Ballroom and one in the Alumni Lounge.

Participants must sign up in advance for a 10-minute time slot. Each arena accommodates up to six players per session, and additional participants may join open spots if available. Check in at the Commons prior to your scheduled game time for a required mission and safety briefing.

This event is free for students and space is limited, so reserve your spot early. Closed-toe shoes are required. All participants must follow event guidelines to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.

Bring your friends, plan your strategy, and get ready for a high-energy late night in the MUB!

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 BEFORE April 6th!!

Looking for a chill way to spend the evening? Board Game Night is the perfect chance to unplug, recharge, and connect one game at a time.

We invite you to join our safe and judgment-free space every Thursday where students can share, listen, and support each other around substance use and recovery. You are welcome here.

Balancing classes, projects, or personal stress? Let’s Talk, in partnership with the College of Business, is a no-pressure, confidential conversation with a Michigan Tech counselor. Get guidance for yourself, support a friend, and learn about mental health resources, all in a friendly, informal setting. All students welcome!

Take a study break and tap into your creative side! Join us and WMTU for a calming paint night using recycled vinyl records.

Design your own piece to take home or contribute to a community art display for WMTU.

Music, art, and stress relief, all in one space. Perfect way to recharge before finals.

What we eat plays a big role in how we feel, focus, and function each day. Join us for Nourish to Flourish Husky Hour, where you’ll build a salad-in-a-jar and learn more about simple, realistic healthy eating habits. Come for the hands-on activity, leave with ideas to support your energy and well-being. (registration required)

Register here

End-of-semester stress? We’ve got you. Swing by Cookies & Coloring for a little escape. Snacks, coloring, and a chance to unwind before finals take over.

Didn’t have time to prep a meal? Want to help reduce food waste? Try a UFO meal! These pre-packaged meals are easy to just heat up in the microwaves across campus!

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.

NOW FIND FROZEN MEALS IN THE SDC! Available at all times in the freezer in the second floor lounge (while supplies last, usually restocked on Tuesdays).

Check the Sustainable MTU instagram highlights for the latest meal, and check the HuskyFAN calendar for pantry hours!

Are you passionate about tackling climate change and ready to develop the skills to make a real difference? The NextGen Climate Leaders Fund offers Michigan Tech students a unique opportunity to invest in their future as climate changemakers.

Thanks to a generous alumni donation, this fund supports current full-time Michigan Tech students at any academic level who want to build networks, develop competencies, and strengthen their leadership capacity around climate change solutions.

Use this link to find details about the award and the application process!

Looking for ideas? Check out a list of conferences and professional development opportunities on the MTU Sustainability Blog .

Happy Earth Month! Join us for a whole month of fun and sustainable events!

Join us at enough events to fill out the Earth Month Bingo Card and have the chance to win a Velodrome gift card!

Speed Racer

Young driver, Speed Racer, aspires to be champion of the racing world with the help of his family and his high-tech Mach 5 automobile.

Speed Racer is Rated PG

Friday (04/03) 7:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m.
Saturday (04/04) 7:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m.
Sunday (04/05) 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.

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.

Hey you! 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 this weekend 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!

You are invited to take part in a research study examining the link between food access and behaviors. This survey is administered by Dr. Kelly Kamm and undergraduate research assistant Lauren Ossenheimer in collaboration with Copper Shores.

The goal of this research study is to examine food access and behaviors within the Michigan Technological University’s student population. By participating in this study, you will contribute valuable insights into student food access, helping shape future resources and programs on campus.

To be eligible to participate in this study, you must be 18 years of age or older, be a current student at Michigan Technological University, and live off campus (not in any of the following: McNair Hall, Wadsworth Hall, Douglas Houghton Hall, or East Hall).

The survey takes about 20–30 minutes to complete. As a thank-you, the first 400 students who complete the survey will receive $10, though all students are encouraged to participate. Your name and email will be stored separately from your survey responses. By completing this survey, you are voluntarily agreeing to participate. If you choose to participate in this survey, your responses will be anonymous and compiled with others to assess and inform food access programs and projects on our campus.

A list of compensation recipients will be provided to MTU Financial Services for tax reporting purposes in accordance with MTU’s human research compensation policy. Recipients will be mailed a check to the given mailing address.

Your participation in this survey is not necessary to use campus food access resources now or in the future. There is no cost to participate in this survey. There is no direct personal benefit to participating in this study. The MTU Institutional Review Board has reviewed our request to conduct this research project. If you have any concerns or questions about your rights in this study, please contact the Michigan Tech IRB at 906-487-2902 or email irb@mtu.edu. Please contact Dr. Kelly Kamm at kbkamm@mtu.edu if you have general survey questions.

You can learn more about MTU’s available food access resources through the Husky Food Access Network.

If you have understood this information and agree to take part in this survey, please scan the QR code or visit the link.

Join Alpha Sigma Tau and Phi Kappa Tau as we come together to support our local and national philanthropies!

Sign up to run or walk in our annual 5K — or make a donation to support the cause. The race kicks off at the Phi Kappa Tau house in Hancock (1209 W. Quincy St.) and finishes at the Alpha Sigma Tau house in Houghton, making it a fun and meaningful way to connect our communities.

April 11, 2026
11:00 AM Start Time
Starting Line: Phi Kappa Tau House, Hancock

Be sure to order your race T-shirt by March 27th to guarantee you’ll have it in time for race day!

Whether you’re running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, we can’t wait to see you there and make a difference together!

Join Mind Trekkers, a nationally acclaimed traveling STEM roadshow powered by Michigan Tech students, for a festival of hands-on science, curiosity, and community connection!
Event Details
– Location: Hemlock High School, Hemlock, MI
– Trip Date: Depart campus on Thursday, April 10th at 7:30 am, return to campus at 12:30 am Sunday, April 12th (Saturday night)

As a volunteer, you’ll guide youth through unforgettable STEM experiences—stepping inside a giant bubble, skewering a balloon without popping it, or making music on a piano made of bananas—all while showing students the excitement and possibilities of STEM in action.

Why volunteer?
• Transportation provided to and from campus
• Local to Hemlock? You’re welcome to visit friends and family during the trip’s free time
• Lodging and meal stipends included
• Build leadership and communication skills while making a real impact

Be the reason a student falls in love with science, let’s make a difference!

Learn more and register by April 3rd

Questions? Contact us at mindtrekkers@mtu.edu

Join Well-Being Advocates and SAVE (Sexual Assault and Violence Education) to make tie blankets for the Barbara Kettle Gundlach Shelter in Calumet.

This event can count towards service hours via GivePulse, please sign up with the QR code on the flyer.

April 6
5-8pm in the Makerspace

Join Mu Beta Psi for a fun night of Karaoke! Feel free to come and go as you please throughout the night! Admission is free to all students, staff, and community members, so please invite anyone you’d like!

When: Friday April 3rd 6pm-8pm (show up whenever you’d like!)
Where: Fisher 138
Why? We like to spread music around campus, provide great experiences to students, and fundraise money to support local music programs.

Join us Saturday night as Mu Beta Psi hosts their annual Jazz Cafe!

Come and enjoy a hot cup of coffee, hot cocoa, and other refreshments as three jazz combos perform through the night! Along with this, there will be a bake sale where all money raised goes towards helping us continue projects like this, and supporting local music programs!

Feel free to come and go as you please throughout the night! Admission is free to all students, staff, and community members, so please invite anyone you’d like!

When: Saturday, April 11th from 6pm-9pm (show up whenever you’d like!)

Where: DHH Ballroom

Why? We would like to spread music around campus, provide great experiences to students, and fundraise money to support local music programs.

We hope to see you there!

Join the OAP for our annual auction of used, surplus gear as we prepare to replace it with nice, new equipment!
Time:
11:00am – 1:00pm

Location:
MacInnes Student Ice Arena Concourse

We heard you were hungry for live music…
Good thing WMTU is serving up Keweenawesomefest 2026 (K-Fest) on Friday, April 3rd!

Browse the lineup menu and pick your favorite “dish” — from local flavor to headliner specials — with each set served fresh all night long.

This year’s specials include headliners TUK and The Go Rounds!

Free for students | Pay-what-you-can for the community. Get your tickets here!

@wmtu.fm
https://wmtu.fm/kfest2026

Do you need to fulfill Essential Ed or Gen Ed credits? Do it this summer! All Social Sciences summer courses are online, so you can do them from anywhere on a flexible schedule.

Click here or on the image to see course descriptions, instructors and which requirements they fulfill.

Email socialsciences@mtu.edu with any questions!

The Waino Wahtera Center is hiring!
Up north for the summer? Consider becoming a Summer Session Ambassador! No housing? We’ll work with you! Want to have a last taste of Houghton summer? Consider becoming an OTL!

For more information click here

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.

Looking for some items for a new-to-you wardrobe? Stop by the Clothing Closet to thrift some items for free. The Clothing Closet is in Wads G04W and can be accessed M-F, 8am-5pm, when Wadsworth Hall is unlocked.

Please note, due to another event, the closet will be temporarily relocated to Wads G17/19 from April 3-April 17.

Questions? Email huskycloset@mtu.edu

Spanish Club at Michigan Tech is starting a new volunteer partnership with Portage Lake Distract Library and we need your help!

As a trial run before the program launches next fall, we’re planning a preview day on Tuesday April 14, from 6-7pm. We’ll be reading a variety of bilingual picture books to local kids in order to boost their language learning skills.

Interested in joining or hearing more?

Contact erandres@mtu.edu or visit us on involvement link!

Come join us for our annual pottery painting social event!
SWE will cover ~$10 per person (will change depending on how many people sign up), but if you choose to paint a more expensive piece, you can cover the difference. Pottery will be glazed and fired and returned to us about 2 weeks later.

Sign up on this spreadsheet

Come help us make easter baskets for the residents at the Bluffs retirement home!
Today at 6pm in the DOW!

Calling all Huskies! Don’t miss the on-campus festivities planned for our annual Giving Day – Give Back to the Pack. Through the power of collective giving, this 24-hour challenge unites alumni, friends, faculty, staff, and students in philanthropic support of Michigan Tech.

Join members of the Advancement & Alumni Engagement department as we kick off the first day of Give Back to the Pack 2026 on Tuesday, April 7, from 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. at the Van Pelt and Opie Library.

Grab a sticky note and write what you’re most grateful for at Michigan Tech to display on our Gratitude Board. Also, there will be an opportunity to celebrate our gracious donors by signing thank you cards.

We’ll have goodies to hand out, photo ops, and lots of fun. See you there!

The Associate Provost for Undergraduate Education has received over 100 photos from students in our annual Study Away Photo Contest, and we’d like your help in choosing a winner for the People’s Choice category!

We’ve narrowed the field to 13 final photographs, which you can view and submit your vote for at the Study Away Photo Contest 2026 Public Voting form

This contest showcases the diverse and enriching experiences our students have encountered during their study away programs, capturing moments that reflect cultural immersion, academic exploration, and personal growth.

Thank you for your time and commitment to enhancing our students’ educational experiences! Your participation as a judge not only honors their efforts but also underscores the importance of global learning within our University community.

Voting will be open through Thursday, April 2nd.

You better aca-believe it! Sing your heart out with a group or maybe alone and compete to win a grand mystery prize. Like the movie Pitch Perfect, the theme you’ll be singing is 2000’s Pop (Bonus points if you dress up)!

Groups/solo singers must sign up here and submit songs in order to participate. The event starts Sunday, April 12, 4-6 pm in the DHH Ballroom.

Email Gail Sisomphane gssisomp@mtu.edu for any questions!

Join us for our last meeting of the semester where we look back at what we’ve accomplished as our first year as an RSO!
Time: Monday, April 6th, 6-7pm
Location: Fisher 101

We have our last workshop this Sunday! Sign up for the Orchid Workshop with DHHC. We have a 1PM group and a 2PM group.

This will be hosted in the DHH Ballroom, RSVP is required.

Join ASME in welcoming guest speaker from CTech on April 14th from 6-7:30pm in MEEM112!

Come listen and get in some networking, we hope to see you there!

The Acoustical Society of America Student Chapter will be hosting a board game night on Thursday, April 9th at 5pm in ChemSci B002. Board games will be provided but feel free to bring your own!

Join our Discord & Involvement Link

Michigan Tech’s annual Design Expo is coming up on Tuesday, April 14, and we’re looking for student volunteers to help make this year’s showcase run smoothly.

Design Expo features more than 70 Enterprise, Senior Design, and capstone projects from across campus. It’s a high‑energy day full of creativity, problem solving, and hands-on innovation, and volunteers play a huge role in creating a great experience for teams, judges, and guests.

Volunteer roles include:
– Event setup and teardown (shifts available between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m.)
– Name tag and judge check‑in
– Giveaway coordination
– General event support

Volunteering is a fun way to get involved, meet industry professionals, support your peers, and be part of one of Michigan Tech’s biggest academic events. Whether you can help for an hour or a full shift, your contribution makes a difference.

Sign Up to Volunteer: Here!

Thank you for helping us celebrate student innovation and achievement!

The Society of Medical Laboratory Scientists is hosting our semesterly blood drive on Friday, April 17th, in the MUB Ballroom from 10am to 3pm! All of the blood collected will stay right here in the UP, supporting our rural community who is in great need of blood.

The drive is scheduled over 8 weeks out from the previous drive, so if you’ve donated this semester, you can donate again!

To sign up, scan the QR code on the flier, or go to this link.

Craft Club presents the next Husky Hobbies event: crochet flowers or octopi. It will be on Tuesday, April 7th from 7 pm to 9 pm. Supplies will be provided!

Please RSVP on Involvement link. We will ask people who didn’t sign up to wait for a little bit at the start of the event so we can confirm everyone who signed up got their materials. No prior experience needed!

Women in Physics is excited to invite you to an Astrophotography Workshop led by Ogetay Kayali, an award-winning astrophotographer and PhD candidate. He also serves as a guest editor and outreach specialist for NASA’s Astronomy Picture of the Day (APOD). Here is his website for more information

Whether you’re completely new or already interested in Astrophotography, this workshop will give you practical skills and insight into how stunning space images are created.
Dates: April 8 & 9
Time: 5:00 – 6:30 PM
Location: Rekhi 214 (April 8th) & Rekhi G009( April 9th) & Zoom
What to expect:

Work with real, award-winning astrophotography data
Learn astrophotography processing step-by-step
Session 1: Foundations of astrophotography
Session 2: Hands-on image processing
This workshop is designed to be interactive and hands-on, giving you a chance to actively work with real Astrophotography data, and by the end of the session, you will be able to do your own image processing.

Please register for the workshop using the link :

We hope to see you there!

BMES is excited to announce a special virtual industry experience with Boston Scientific, one of our students’ top‑requested companies for industry visits.

Since BMES was unable to travel to Minneapolis this year, Boston Scientific has generously offered to host a virtual lab and line tour exclusively for our chapter during our general meeting next week.

Date: Wednesday, April 8
Time: 4:00 PM EST
Location: ChemSci 102 (BMES General Meeting)

Students will have the opportunity to:
– Explore Boston Scientific’s labs and manufacturing lines (extrusion, molding, and more)
– Learn about medical device development and production
– Hear from engineers and staff working across R&D and operations
– Ask questions about internships, co‑ops, and full‑time roles

This is a fantastic chance to engage with a leading medical device company and gain insight into real‑world biomedical engineering environments.

All students are welcome! No prior BME knowledge or BMES involvement required.

The Women in Natural Resource Club is hosting a Sustainable Forest Use Walk and Talk through the Women Owning and Appreciating Woodlands Network on April 11th. There will be speakers discussing managing forests for invasive species, climate resilience in northern hardwoods, and sustainable crafts and dyes.

If you’re interested in attending, please fill out the registration form linked here by April 8th. The event is from 2pm-5pm at the Ford Center in Alberta and is free to attend. Please reach out to winrmtu@gmail.com with any questions.

Want a souvenir of your college experience?

A fun photo of you and your friends?

Come to our photo booth fundraiser in Fisher and the Library for a picture worth a thousand words! Pictures will be taken on a Polaroid camera and given to you on the spot.

Come check out our Group Fitness Classes at the SDC! With activities like yoga to get your zen on, all the way to H.I.I.T. to really burn those calories, there’s something for everyone! Check out our website to learn more about our classes!

SDC Members (3 month or annual) – FREE, must have ID present for entry to class

Class day pass $10

HuskiesFit Group Fitness Semester Pass
MTU Student semester pass $65
General Public semester pass $105

The HuskiesFit Semester Pass gives unlimited access to HuskiesFit Group Fitness classes for the Spring 2026 Semester only, EXPIRES on 4/23/2026. and will not be exchanged or refunded due to classes not being offered on a consistent basis. Customers are responsible for keeping their cards.

Support Keweenawesomefest!

We’re looking for a few extra ushers for K-fest this Friday. K-fest runs from 5pm (usher call time) to 1am (expected end time) and will have a lot of bands. Ushers can expect breaks as needed, and enjoy the show. If working the whole time, food will be provided.

Fri, Apr 3, 2026 5pm – Sat, Apr 4, 2026 1am