Student Scoop - October 7, 2026

Get into the Spooky Spirit at Husky Halloween!

Grab your friends and your favorite costume for Husky Halloween on Thursday, October 15, in the Memorial Union Building! Enjoy an evening of pumpkin carving, trick-or-treating, mini golf, crafts, and Late Night Bingo.

From 6–9 p.m., explore these activities throughout the MUB:

Pumpkin Carving and Seed Roasting: Join MUB Board and Husky Eats in the MUB Commons to create your Halloween masterpiece.
Haunted Halls Trick-or-Treating: Visit the first floor for treats with the MUB Bubs, Student Leadership and Involvement, and the Campus Store.
Mini Golf: Challenge your friends to a round with Undergraduate Student Government on the first floor.
Movie and Crafts: Get creative and enjoy a movie in the Alley Makerspace.

Then, head to the MUB Ballroom from 9–10:30 p.m. for Late Night Bingo! Play for prizes, including AirPods, and enjoy water and lemonade while you play. Complete your Pumpkin Pass for an extra bingo card!

Don’t forget to dress up—students who wear a costume can enter the costume giveaway for a chance to win Beats headphones!

Whether you’re here for the pumpkins, treats, or prizes, join us for a night of Halloween fun with your fellow Huskies!

Apply for the LeaderShape Institute!

Do you…

Miss summer camp?
Like connection?
Want to improve your leadership skills?
Get bored over holiday breaks?

Then you might love The LeaderShape Institute.

The Institute is not a typical leadership retreat — it’s a transformative, 4 day experience built around exploring who you are, what you care about, and how you can make a difference. Throughout the Institute, you will dig into your personal values and learn how to lead with passion, integrity, and a healthy disregard for the impossible.

You’ll spend time connecting deeply with others, reflecting on what matters most to you, and building a vision for the kind of change you want to see in the world. It’s about discovering your authentic leadership style and learning how to use it to help create more caring, just, and equitable communities.

The Institute will take place Wednesday, January 6th through Saturday, January 9th, 2027 at the Ford Center.

You can apply now! Apply by November 1st at 11:59 PM for priority consideration. Afterwards, applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

If you have any questions about the Institute, please contact Student Leadership & Involvement at activities@mtu.edu.

National Voter Education Week: Researching Candidates and Issues

This week is National Voter Education Week! So far, we have talked a lot about how to vote, but we also want to ensure you know who and what you want to vote for amongst the many different candidates and issues on the ballot during the 2026 General Election.

What’s On Your Ballot

The first step in becoming an informed voter is finding out what’s on your ballot. Use the links below to generate your sample ballot and understand the scope of candidates up for election and the issues on your ballot this November.

Michigan – Wisconsin – Illinois – Minnesota – General (Any State)

Learn About the Candidates and Issues

Once you figure out what’s on your ballot, you can begin researching the actual candidates and issues. We recommend non-partisan resources to get you started. Check out:

Vote411 – “Voters deserve to hear directly from all candidates running for office in their communities. Every election, the League of Women Voters produces nonpartisan voter guides designed to help voters understand where candidates stand on the issues voters care most about. To make our guides, we ask candidates about voters’ most pressing questions and share their answers word for word. These guides empower voters with the information they need to choose who will best represent them.”

Ballotpedia – “Ballotpedia is the digital encyclopedia of American politics, and the nation’s premier resource for unbiased information on elections, politics, and policy. We provide our readers curated content on all levels of U.S. politics that is relevant, reliable, and available for all. In addition, Ballotpedia’s policy content and assets are a gateway to learning about public policy and an unparalleled resource for clear, comprehensive, and factual information on key policy areas. We are firmly committed to neutrality in all our content.”

VoteSmart – “Unlike other groups, Vote Smart is completely unbiased. No endorsements. No political advocacy or lobbying for a cause. Our sole mission is to provide free, factual, unbiased information to Americans every day of every year. Our pledge to you is that we check our politics at the door every day we come into work. We couldn’t ask for your trust any other way.”

On the Ballot in Michigan

Two proposals will be on the ballot this year for all Michigan voters:

Proposal 2026-1: A proposal to convene a constitutional convention for the purpose of drafting a general revision of the state constitution
- Shall a convention of elected delegates be convened in 2027 to draft a general revision of the State Constitution for presentation to the state’s voters for their approval or rejection? Yes/No
Proposal 2026-2: A proposed initiated law to prohibit campaign contributions from certain regulated utilities and government contractors and apply campaign finance laws and regulations to additional types of political communications
- The proposal would:
  - Prohibit regulated electric and gas utilities, contractors with over $250,000 annually in
    government contracts, and people and organizations with substantial connections to
    these utilities/contractors from making direct or indirect campaign contributions to
    those who run for or hold offices that impact them.
  - Expand laws regulating spending on political communications, including those requiring
    disclosing donor information, to apply to communications clearly identifying candidates
    or ballot questions, even if they do not expressly advocate voting for/against them.
  - Expressly apply the law requiring disclosure of who paid for political communications to
    internet political communications.
- Should this proposal be adopted? Yes/No

Don’t know how you would vote on these proposals yet? Check out the Ballotpedia info pages on Prop 1 and Prop 2 to learn more about their background, who supports/opposes them, and so much more!

SafeHouse!

Since 1988, the Inter-Residence Housing Council has sponsored SafeHouse, a Halloween event that invites local children to come to campus to trick-or-treat and participate in Halloween-themed activities.

This year, we are inviting other student organizations to join in the fun! To participate, please complete the registration form. If you need us to purchase supplies for your organization, you will need to complete the form by noon on Friday, October 9.

Euchre Tournament with Euchre Club

Wednesday, October 14th, 2026 @ 6:30 pm (Check-in at 6:15 pm) – MUB Commons

Open to all students, this is a night to show off your Euchre skills or to just have fun playing cards with friends. Join Euchre Club at Michigan Tech for a night of fun at a Euchre Tournament!

We will begin the event at 6:30 pm by going over the format and game rules for the tournament, with the rounds starting soon after. Each round will last until one team has 10 points, and rounds are capped at 25 minutes each. Once the round is over, the leaderboard will be updated, and the next round will start. It will be hosted as a Round-Robin style event; instead of a bracket system, 5 games will be played, and whatever team wins the most games will be crowned the winner.

In the end, one team will be taking home the cash pool. Do you have what it takes?

Interested in playing more euchre? Pop into Euchre Club for a casual game–or several. All levels of experience are welcome, and we meet on Wednesdays from 8- 10 p.m. in Fisher 126.

NOW HIRING: Orientation Executive Staff

Do you want the opportunity to have a Keweenaw summer, help First Years transition to college, and work with the most fun students on campus?

Well, you’re in luck! Orientation Executive Staff is hiring for these positions for 2027 Fall & Summer Orientation:

Communications Coordinator
Training Coordinator
Programming Coordinator

Must have completed one full year at Michigan Tech; Orientation Team Leader or Summer Session Ambassador experience preferred.

Apply Here

HuskyEATS presents

Teaching Kitchen: Fridge Pickles

Join HuskyEats and Sustainable MTU for Fridge Pickle making on October 7th at 5:30PM in the Van Pelt and Opie Library East Reading Room. Pre-registration is required.

First Year Eats: Game Night With Jim!

Hey First Years! Join Jim on Wednesday, October 7th, for an evening of fun and games! Snacks provided by HuskyEats.

DIY: Pumpkin Seed Roasting

Join HuskyEats for DIY: Pumpkin Seed Roasting on Thursday, October 15th, from 6- 8 p.m. in the MUB Commons.

Brain Foods and Winter Wellness

Join our Campus Dietitian for a HuskyHour on Brain Foods and Winter Wellness in Library Room 244 on Tuesday, October 20th, from 4- 5 p.m. in the Van Pelt & Opie Library.

Credit & Your Financial Future: How to Build It, Use It, & Protect It

Breakwater Federal Credit Union, in partnership with the Michigan Tech Muslim Students Association (MSA), is returning to Michigan Tech on Thursday, October 8, 2026, for the second workshop in an ongoing financial education series designed to help students feel more confident building their financial future.

The upcoming workshop, “Credit & Your Financial Future,” will focus on establishing credit, understanding credit reports and scores, factors that can impact credit, and using credit responsibly. Students will learn how building and maintaining a strong credit history can play an important role in future financial decisions, from renting an apartment or purchasing a vehicle to eventually financing a home.

The series was developed in partnership with MSA to provide relevant financial education for international students and families who may be navigating the U.S. financial system for the first time. While it was created with the needs of international students in mind, students from all backgrounds can benefit from learning more about credit. All Michigan Tech students are invited to attend.

The workshop will take place from 5:00–6:00 p.m. in the MUB Alumni Lounge B. Families are welcome, and activities for children and refreshments will be provided.

Those planning to attend are kindly asked to register in advance so we can prepare enough refreshments and materials for everyone.

Advance registration requested

Hosted by the Michigan Tech Muslim Students Association with Breakwater Federal Credit Union as the community partner and educational presenter.

Interested In Law School? Meet MSU Law recruiter Oct 13

MSU Law School recruiter will be visiting here at Michigan Tech on Tues Oct 13 from 11-2 to take your questions about Law School in general, funding, applications, and requirements. Open meetings in AOB 204. (AOB is the same Building as the Business School). If you have questions, reach out to pre-law advisor Susanna Peters at speters@mtu.edu.

ASA Student Chapter: HEAR US OUT!

The Acoustical Society of America Student Chapter is hosting its first technical talk of the semester!

Join us Thursday, October 8th at 5:00 PM in MEEM 302 to hear from Dr. Olivia Park, a professor from the University of Hartford. Her talk is titled: “Introducing the Hartford Engineering Acoustics & Auditory Research (HEA^2R) Laboratory: Exploring the Engineering & Human Aspects of Sound”

We’ll be serving pizza and pop for everyone who shows up, so feel free to bring a friend who’s interested in acoustics, or just pizza!

Join our Discord!

IRHC Broomball is HIRING!

Looking for a seasonal on-campus job? IRHC Broomball is hiring referees, rink staff, and helmet hut employees for the 2027 season. Pay starts at $15/hr, and you would work for only 8 weeks. Email bbchair@mtu.edu with any questions

Check out available positions and apply here before October 31st!

ICE SCRAPERS WANTED!

Do you enjoy going to Tech hockey games, hate waiting in line at the door, and want to watch the action up close?

You should scrape the ice at the hockey games this season! The Figure Skating Club is looking for help clearing the ice during games.

Scrapers must know how to skate, stay for the entire game, and wear a helmet/concussion band. You do not need to join the FSC to scrape! This is just how the club earns income to reduce our weekly practice fee. Scrapers can use rental skates, helmets, and concussion bands from the SDC rental center.

Film Board Presents: The Shawshank Redemption

The Shawshank Redemption

After a banker is sentenced to life in Shawshank Prison, he forms an unlikely friendship with a seasoned inmate and clings to hope amid cruelty and corruption.

The Shawshank Redemption is rated R

Friday (10/09): 7 p.m. and 10 p.m.
Saturday (10/10): 7 p.m. and 10 p.m.
Sunday (10/11): 4 p.m. and 7 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; cards are accepted. We hope to see you at the movie this weekend and have a great day.

Fear can hold you prisoner.
Hope can set you free.

Barktoberfest: Crafting for Canines

Stop by the Alumni House for a week of crafts and snacks! Student Support and Mentorship is hosting a drop-in craft event October 12–16, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily. We’ll be making dog and cat toys for the Copper Country Humane Society. Drop in anytime to make a difference for our furry friends. Supplies and instructions are provided, and everyone is welcome!

REAC GBM 10/12

Come join us at REAC as we welcome Curtis from BNSF as he gives us details of what being at a Class 1 Railroad is like.

Monday, October 12th at 7 pm in Fisher 125

Food will be provided.

S4S Clothing Swap

Looking to refresh your wardrobe or clear out your closet?

Join us for a free pop-up thrift store in the MUB Commons from 11 AM – 3 PM on Wednesday, October 7th and Thursday, October 8th.

This clothing swap is a great chance to find new-to-you clothes completely free of charge. No donation is required to participate, but it is recommended and very appreciated!

Interested in donating? We’re accepting gently used clothing and accessories (excluding swimsuits, undergarments, or pajamas). Day-of donations or exchanges are encouraged!

Come thrift, swap, and support sustainable fashion on campus!

Circle K International Trivia Night

Think you know your stuff? Join Circle K International for Trivia Night! Grab your friends, form a team, and test your knowledge across a mix of fun categories. Prizes will be awarded to the top teams, so bring your A-game. Everyone is welcome, whether you’re a member or just looking for a fun night out.

Date: 10/08/2026
Time: 5:00-6:00 pm
Location: Fisher 126

Housing Fair at Michigan Tech

Michigan Tech Housing Fair 2026

A fun & interactive way to check out local properties, meet property managers & enter giveaways.

Location: Library East Reading Room

Date: Wednesday, October 14th

Time: 10 am – 2 pm

East Hall REN-Fair

Looking for something fun to do this Saturday? Come to the East Hall Renaissance Fair on October 10th.

Join us on the East Hall Lawn for club activities, dice making, arts and crafts, costume contests, karaoke, mocktails, and more.

Costumes encouraged. Bring your friends and come enjoy a night of fun, creativity, and medieval chaos.

Society of Women Engineers presents

SWE Fall Colors Tour

Join SWE for a chairlift ride over Mont Ripley to see the beautiful Keweenaw Fall Colors!

Mont Ripley is offering a discounted ticket price of $11 per person, and SWE will cover half ($6). You can bring cash when you arrive and give it to Katie Bugbee or Lily Montgomery.

To sign up, please put your name on this spreadsheet.

Friday, October 9th at 4 pm

Meet at the MUB Circle for rides at 3:45 pm.

Glass Painting with SWE/WIE

Location: Wads G42
Date: 10/15/2026
Time: 7:30 pm

SWE is collaborating with the Women in Engineering Hall! We will have mugs and glasses to be painted! Join us for a fun, chill painting night!

Snacks will be provided!

Make sure to sign up on the spreadsheet.

SWEster Speed Dating

Location: Chem Sci 104
Date: TODAY
Time: 6 pm

Get to know your fellow SWEsters speed-dating style!

Minecraft Club In-game Bingo

Join the Minecraft Club this Saturday as we play bingo in-game! Collect items to score points before anyone else does. You can attend our meeting in Rekhi G05 or join virtually. Join our Discord for more information!

Meeting time: Saturday 10/10, 6 PM
Meeting location: Rekhi G05

ASME Internship Panel Panelist

Interested in sharing your internship and interview experience in a panel-like setting? ASME is hosting an Internship Panel Q&A, and we are looking for panelists!

We are looking for students with more than two internships and/or a co-op to answer questions about internships and interviews!

The panel will be on November 5th from 6 to 7:30pm in Fisher 138.

You will be notified by 5pm on October 12th if you are selected as a panelist

Thompson Scholar Pumpkin Carving Event

The Thompson Scholar Association is hosting a pumpkin carving event on October 14th at 7pm in the Alumni House. To RSVP, fill out this form.

IRHC S’mores

Join IRHC at Hillside Courtyard for S’mores.

Tuesday, October 13th from 7 – 9 pm

Center for Student Mental Health and Wellbeing presents

October Board Game Night

Cool weather calls for cozy games and good company! Stop by Board Game Night for an evening of friendly competition, teamwork, and fun. Grab some friends or come solo and join a table; you might just discover your new favorite game.

On-Campus Flu Shot Clinic

Flu season is around the corner, and staying healthy starts with prevention. The campus flu shot clinic is coming up soon, offering quick, easy, and low‑cost vaccinations right on campus. Protect yourself, your friends, and your semester by getting your flu shot.

Important Information:

All flu shot clinics are walk-in friendly
Please fill out the 2026 Influenza Vaccination Authorization form prior to attending the clinic and bring it with you.
Please bring your valid insurance card or a picture/copy of the front and back of your insurance card.

Cash/check/credit card payments will be accepted for self-pay clients or those without insurance. The cost for self-pay will be $40.

P.A.W.S Pop-Up: Financial Literacy Workshop

Financial literacy: by huskies, for huskies. Learn how you can take action to attain financial freedom; from credit to savings, insurance to investing, join us for an all-encompassing financial workshop and take a step towards your financial future!

P.A.W.S. is Accepting Nominations for Spring 2027!

The program involves 1-hour-long sessions for seven weeks and seeks to involve students from multiple backgrounds and experiences who are natural, key peer supporters on campus. After participating, students felt more confident and comfortable recognizing signs and talking about topics such as mental health and suicide. They also found the program to be practical, engaging, and a safe space for talking about difficult topics.

Behind the Buzz

Substance use is often surrounded by myths, stereotypes, and misinformation. Behind the Buzz is an interactive event that goes beyond the headlines to explore the real impacts of alcohol, cannabis, and other substances on health, decision-making, and college life. Through engaging activities and practical strategies, participants will gain tools to navigate social pressures, make informed choices, and support peers in healthier ways. We’ll be providing food, giveaways, and engaging discussion with guest speaker, Licensed Social Worker Savanna Weber.

Thursday, October 15th
5-6:30 pm
MUB Alumni Lounge

Brain Foods & Winter Wellness Husky Hour

With the change of the seasons, what do you do to support yourself and your body’s needs? Join us for our Brain Foods & Winter Wellness – Adjusting to the Change in Seasons Husky Hour on Oct. 20th from 4-5 P.M. in Library 244, where we’ll do a full-spectrum light demo, learn about and sample brain foods from HuskyEats, and talk about how to support yourself and your friends during the season.

Medicine Pouch Making Workshop

Biskaabiiyaang Collective is hosting a medicine pouch making workshop! Make your own medicine pouch and learn about the cultural relevance behind them!

Tuesday, October 13th
Walker 107 (Writing Center)
6-7:30 pm

The Office of Sustainability and Resilience Presents

Sustainability Fest is TODAY! Join us from 5:30–7:00 PM in the Library East Reading Room to learn more about sustainable orgs on campus, eat some snacks, get a chance to win a Velodrome gift card, and be part of a Teaching Kitchen hosted by Husky Eats! Register here to learn how to make fridge pickles!

Come out to the HuskyFAN Food Pantry on the first floor of Fisher Hall on Wednesdays from 4-5pm to get a great selection of fresh produce from Wads Garden. You can also join us for harvesting in the Wads Garden from 3-4pm!

This will continue until the weather does not allow for produce anymore. Hope to see you all there!

Does your bike need some love? Want to learn some basics on how to keep your bike safe and efficient? Drop by the Campus Bike Lab outdoor pop-up outside the library 4- 6 pm on Mondays and Wednesdays, and we’ll help you fix your ride!

Pro tip: add the MTU Sustainability Events Calendar to your Google Calendar for the most up-to-date schedule of all campus sustainability events!

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 heat up in the microwaves across campus!

Upcycled Food Operations (UFO) delivers leftovers and ready-to-eat meals from Wadsworth Dining Hall directly to HuskyFAN food pantry locations. UFO meals are free and available in the Fisher Hall food pantry, the SDC Community Fridge, and the Library Cupboard as supplies last.

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

Alpha Phi Omega Rush Event – Gaming and Drinking Apple Cider

Join Alpha Phi Omega on Wednesday, October 7, for gaming and apple cider at Fisher 130 from 6:00 – 8:00 PM! Games that will be available are Chess, Magic: The Gathering, Ouija, and Catan.

If you would like more information about this event, future events, or APO, please email Ethan O’Clair at Ejoclair@mtu.edu

Info Sessions for the Aerospace Enterprise at Michigan Tech

The Aerospace Enterprise recruiting process has opened! We are looking for students who want to become prominent engineers and leaders in the Aerospace industry for the Spring 2027 semester. There will be information sessions on Wednesday, October 7th and Tuesday, October 13th. Both sessions will be hosted from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM in M&M U115. Please attend at least one info session!

The Aerospace Enterprise, founded in 2001 by Dr. Lyon King, Professor of Space Systems, has aided in providing several skill sets and leadership experience to the hundreds of members who have gone through the program. The program allows you to earn senior design credit while gaining valuable skills and networking.

The Aerospace Enterprise is currently developing and testing two spacecraft missions: Auris and Stratus. Auris, sponsored by the U.S. Air Force Research Labs, determines and characterizes spatial locations and radio-frequency emissions of unknown geostationary satellites. Stratus, sponsored by N.A.S.A., characterizes cloud coverage over various Earth regions to determine optimal solar-farm placement.
Additionally, within the past few semesters, the Aerospace Enterprise has added two new missions: Connexus and Descensus. Connexus is a server database focused on connecting the entire enterprise using various organizational methods and data management. Descensus is a mission for the NASA Cansat competition that changes mission requirements annually to help solve real-world problems while testing aerospace vehicles.

For any inquiries, further information, or schedule conflicts with both information sessions, email aerospace@mtu.edu.

Disclaimer: The Aerospace Enterprise is only permitted to recruit U.S. citizens.