Author: Danielle Meirow

Student Org Budgeting

Thursday, January 26th at 6 PM

MUB Ballroom A1

It is officially budget season for Student Organizations! You’ve attended the mandatory budget hearing session, now what? Join the Student Leadership and Involvement RSO Coordinator, Leah Joy, to learn more about creating and maintaining an organizational budget, the policies and procedures that impact you, and additional ways to fund your organization’s activities! We hope to see you then in MUB Ballroom A1!

Supporting Your Peer’s Mental Health

Tuesday, January 31st at 6 PM

MUB Ballroom A1

For too many students, mental health is the leading reason they struggle in school or don’t graduate. We know our community wants to help, but you may not always know how. Join Brianna Kratz, Assistant Director of Residence Education and Mental Health First Aid trainer, to learn how to:

• promote self-care with your peers 
• support individual and group mental health
• create a safe space to discuss mental health concerns
• recognize signs that someone might need help
• access other useful resources and training

We hope you will join our campus community in supporting well-being!

Black History Month is among us! It is a time of learning, observance, and, most of all…celebration! Please join the Black Students Association (BSA) in celebrating BHM by contributing to the exhibit in the library. This exhibit will be up all month starting February 1st, and all members of the Michigan Tech community are invited and encouraged to submit any form of art (painting, poem, drawing, poster, etc.) to be included in the exhibit. The theme is all things Black Excellence, Innovation, & Joy. The exhibit is meant to be uplifting, and the theme is intentionally broad to inspire creativity. Don’t worry about being an artist! Just have fun. Submissions can be made to the CDI weekdays from 9 am to 5 pm either anonymously or by leaving your first and last name for credit.

The Deadline to submit is Monday, January 30th. Not sure what to submit? Please join us on Thursday, January 26th, from 6 – 8 pm at the library (room 244), where we will provide free canvases, paint, poster boards, markers, and construction paper for those interested. Hope to see you there!”

For any questions, please get in touch with Arlethia Bell at agbell@mtu.edu or Chris Sanders at cjsande1@mtu.edu.

Earn your MI Concealed Pistol License (CPL) through this one-day course brought to you by Michigan Tech Recreation, the SDC Shooting Range, and 906 Tactical. This is the course you must take to get your Michigan Concealed Pistol License (CPL). This is the premier course in the state of Michigan. The Michigan Coalition of Responsible Gun Owners (MCRGO) course covers what you need to carry a loaded weapon safely in open spaces. Rental equipment is available for an additional fee. Students will receive a copy of the course material on the day of class. No experience is necessary. Class size is limited.

Four dates to choose from. Registration opens January 18, 8:00am.

• Saturday, February 4 (registration closes February 1, 11:59pm)
• Saturday, February 18 (registration closes February 15, 11:59pm)
• Saturday, March 25 (registration closes March 22, 11:59pm)
• Saturday, April 22 (registration closes April 19, 11:59pm)
• Saturday, May 20 (registration closes May 17, 11:59)

Location

SDC Shooting Range and SDC Classroom 238Cost

• $150/person (with own equipment )
• $185/person (with rental equipment 9mm pistol)

Special Requirements

• Minimum age 20 years old
• Individuals are responsible for supplying their own ammunition (100 rounds).
• There will be a firearms proficiency test and a written test that students will have to pass to complete the course.
• Students agree to comply with all commands issued on the range and in the classroom.

Learn More

Looking for a great study abroad opportunity? Look no further than the Summer Track B 2023 Crossing Borders: Study Abroad in Cumbria, UK. This four-week program takes in the history and archaeology of northwestern England and Southern Scotland and includes six credits of (HASS) coursework. See the program poster for dates on upcoming program info sessions and a QR code link to the application form.

Questions? email Dr. Dan Trepal at djtrepal@mtu.edu.

You are cordially invited to a potluck social gathering! Come join us for a fun evening of food, drinks, and good company.

Bring your favorite dish to share with the group, and we’ll provide the rest.

We can’t wait to see you there!

Date: January 28

Time: 6:00-10:00 pm

Location: 1800 Woodmar Dr, Houghton MI 49931

Join us, on February 6th at 7:30pm, on Zoom for a snow statue-building course hosted by Sculptora Borealis, the reigning national snow statue-building champions!

In this course, you will learn tips, tricks, and best practices for making elaborate snow sculptures with limited time. You’ll learn how to plan your cuts to improve the integrity of your structure. You’ll learn what tools you can find in the area (or make yourself) so you can work smarter and not harder. This event is free and everyone is welcome to participate. RSVP yes and join us to get ready for the All-Nighter!

RSVP Here

WHAT: A showcase of Enterprise, Senior Design, and Capstone projects

WHO: Enterprise and Senior Design Teams

WHEN: Tuesday, April 18, 2023 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

WHERE: The Van Pelt and Opie Library (first floor) and the Memorial Union Building (ballroom)

HOW: Go to www.mtu.edu/expo before 3/3/23

Students for Sustainability are starting out the semester with the Winter 2023 Clothing Swap! If you are looking for a chance to clean out your closet, get some new clothes, or get FREE clothing, The Clothing Swap is a fantastic way to get rid of your unwanted clothes and get new clothes in an environmentally conscious way. The Clothing Swap is completely FREE through the use of donations. You do not have to donate to participate!

To donate, please bring any used clothing to any of the provided bins in Wads, DHH, McNair, the Library, and the MUB. Check out s4s_mtu on Instagram for clothing bin locations. Donations are also accepted on the days of the event as well.

Everyone is welcome to stop by the Library between 11am-3pm on Thursday, January 26th, and Friday, January 27th to find some new free clothes!

IT’S WIBIT WEDNESDAY!!
Come make a splash with our new inflatable pool obstacle course called the WIBIT! You can test your individual skills on the course or challenge your friend to a race across the obstacles. Events will be held this spring for current MTU Students and SDC Access Pass Holders (minimum 1-month). Student/Access ID is required to be presented upon entry into the pool area and a swim test is required before accessing the obstacle. 

WIBIT Wednesdays: January 25th (TODAY!), February 22nd, March 297:30pm-9:30pm MTU Students Only
5pm-7pm SDC Access Pass Holders Only (minimum 1-month Access)

DOGHOUSE TOURNAMENT

Registration for our 2023 Doghouse Classic 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament is OPEN!!
Our Doghouse Tournament will take place Saturday, April 22, 2023 and includes Men’s and Women’s Open groups who would like to compete in this exciting basketball tournament!
This tournament is an excellent opportunity to have some fun playing 3-on-3 basketball in a friendly yet competitive environment. Prizes for division champs and event swag for all participants!

Registration and tournament information can be found at michigantechrecreation.com

Billiards with Triangle Fraternity

Join Triangle Fraternity this Saturday from 1 pm to 3 pm at MUB Commons for Billiards. Come and meet the brothers! 

Triangle Fraternity Presents: Triangle Tuesday

Join Triangle Fraternity on Tuesday 1/31 from 6 pm – 8 pm at 1307 Ruby Ave! Come and hang out with the brothers! Grilled Cheese Sandwiches and Beverages are provided!

Questions? Contact: triangle-rec@mtu.edu 

The Bad Guys

To avoid prison, a gang of notorious animal criminals pretend to seek being rehabilitated, only for their leader to secretly find that he genuinely wants to change his ways.

The Bad Guys is rated PG

Friday (1/27) 5:30, 8:30, 11:30

Saturday (1/28) 5:30, 8:30, 11:30

Located on Michigan Tech’s campus in Fisher 135. Tickets are $3 and concessions are $1. We hope to see you at the movie this weekend and have a great day.

Feeling comfortable around large groups can be really difficult! We would like to offer you a safe space in the form of a workshop to explore your social anxiety. In this workshop, you can expect to learn healthy coping strategies and meet people who experience similar feelings to you! Register prior to attending. We can’t wait to see you there!

Learn more on our workshop website

When: Fridays 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. – 01/27, 02/03, 02/17 & 02/24

“Budget Hearings” is the process we use to determine how much money each open Registered Student Organization will receive for the next year. If you do not participate in budget hearings, you will not receive a budget for the 2023-24 school year.

You need to attend a Mandatory Budget Hearing Information Session. Attendance will be taken. There is a budget penalty for not attending.

• Wednesday, January 11th, 8:30 PM – 9:30 PM (Fisher 139)
• Thursday, January 12th, 3PM – 4PM (Fisher 139)
• Friday, January 13th, 5PM – 6PM (Fisher 139)

Calling Volunteers for Martin Luther King, Jr. Reading Day!

This year’s MLK Reading Day is coming up fast! On January 16, 2023 (MLK Day), Michigan Tech will continue a long-standing tradition of reading to local grade school classes about the life and legacy of MLK.

If you or a group are interested in reading, sign up HERE: https://forms.gle/R9W4QGoZWYwDKx5y5.

MLK children’s books will be provided for readings.

Personal transportation is required, but we can arrange carpool options. If you have any questions, please get in touch with the CDI, cdi@mtu.edu, anytime!

34th Annual MLK Banquet

Annually, the Center for Diversity and Inclusion and the Michigan Tech chapter of the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) host a celebratory banquet with community fellowship and a keynote speaker. This year’s banquet will be held in the Rozsa Center Lobby, on January 16, 2023 at 5:30 pm. 

We are honored to have Dr. Tayloria Adams, an Assistant Professor of Chemical Engineering at the University of California at Irvine this year as our keynote speaker. In 2014, she became the first African-American woman to obtain a PhD in Chemical Engineering at Michigan Technological University.

For more information visit our MLK website. To register for the banquet use the following link: https://forms.gle/yNMNx2366hMEjRobA

This program is partially sponsored by the Visiting Professor Program which is funded by a grant to the Office of the Provost from the State of Michigan’s King-Chavez-Parks Initiative. 

Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

This year for the 34th Annual MLK Celebration,  The Van Pelt and Opie Library will be featuring an MLK exhibit on display along the curved wall in the Opie Reading Room. Last year, student organizations were encouraged to submit posters in honor of Dr. King’s life and legacy. This year, all students are invited to create a digital or art poster to be displayed in the exhibit. 

The exhibit will also feature an interactive “I have a dream” poster, as well as a dedicated service space for students to write letters to a local community organization and Letters of Love, a nonprofit organization that provides support for families who have been displaced by the turmoil in Ukraine. 

The Center for Diversity and Inclusion will be hosting a craft day on Wednesday, January 11 from 8am-7pm. Students are encouraged to stop by and create their posters for the MLK exhibit. We’d love for you to come join us!!

Michigan Tech is proud to announce that we are now a certifying organization for the President’s Volunteer Service Award! The President’s Volunteer Service Award recognizes the important role of volunteers in America’s strength and national identity. This award honors individuals whose service positively impacts communities in every corner of the nation and inspires those around them to take action, too. Eligible students who record a qualifying number of verified community service hours on GivePulse in the 12-month period between Monday of Week 10 of consecutive Spring semesters will automatically be certified for recognition. Students can learn more about how to qualify on our website.

Due to our status as a certifying organization and previous inconsistencies, we have created a new comprehensive guide on what SLI classifies and will verify as service hours. These guidelines apply to all service hour submissions received on or after January 1, 2023 regardless of when the service hours were performed. The most important addition is that “Submissions must include a detailed description of the service performed as well as a phone number or email address of a verification contact.” To meet the requirements of the PVSA, we must be able to verify all hour completions. We hope with a better understanding of these requirements, students will continue to have a meaningful and significant impact on our communities

January 17-20th, the second week of the spring semester, Husky Innovate will host innovation-themed talks and events including the Bob Mark Business Model Pitch Competition.  Started by Michigan Tech’s University Innovation Fellows (UIFs) in 2015, Innovation Week is a celebration of innovation across our Tech Community.  Students, faculty, staff, and community are invited.  

Check out our lineup here.  Register early for locations and Zoom links. 

Hello from the Center for Educational Outreach!

We are looking for passionate Michigan Tech students who want to make an impact on middle and high school youth through educational outreach and service by joining us for our 2023 Mind Trekkers Alternative Spring Break trip to Detroit. Tentative dates are March 4-11, 2023 and all transportation, lodging, some meals and activities, and daily stipend are provided. Options include joining us for the entire week or a portion. To find out more, please request more information via the QR code on the attached flyer or here.

We hope you’ll join us in the Motor City!

Join Phi Delta Chi this Thursday, January 12th from 7-8 pm in WADS G17/19W to play Trivia!

Free candy for the winning team, all women and nonbinary people are welcome!!

Hope to see you there, contact Josie Kalepp at 920.574.5386 with any questions 🙂

How To Train Your Dragon

A hapless young Viking who aspires to hunt dragons becomes the unlikely friend of a young dragon himself, and learns there may be more to the creatures than he assumed.

How to train your dragon is rated PG

Friday:  5:30, 8:30, 11:30

Saturday: 5:30, 8:30, 11:30

Located on Michigan Tech’s campus in Fisher 135. Tickets are $3 and concessions are $1. We hope to see you at the movie this weekend and have a great day.

The Alley Makerspace is preparing to open for the spring semester and we want you to join our team!

The Alley is a student-led makerspace in the Memorial Union Building. Sponsored by Husky Innovate and Pavlis Honors College, the space was made to be a completely free resource for everyone at MTU to create and innovate. The Alley depends on volunteer coaches to help run the space, train and guide makers, and host fun events for students to learn more about creating. In exchange for dedicating a few hours a week to the space, coaches receive tap access to enter the Alley when it might be closed to other students. The tools in the space that coaches are trained to use include 3-D printers, an electronics/soldering station, sewing machines, a Cricut, a CNC, and woodworking equipment such as a table saw, miter saw, scroll saw, drill press, jigsaw, and basic hand tools.

If you’re interested in joining the team, please fill out this Google form!

If you have any questions about the coach role or the Alley in general, contact makerspace@mtu.edu

Come hang out with the sisters of Delta Zeta! The next week will be filled with many fun activities from Jeopardy to PJs and Pancakes!

Have any questions? Contact eljadin@mtu.edu for more information!

Bowling Night

Join Triangle Fraternity this Saturday, 1/14 for bowling! Rides are provided and will leave Wadsworth Hall Main Lobby at 6:45 pm. Hope to see you guys there! 

Questions? Contact Wei Weng at (646)-515-4851 or email weweng@mtu.edu

Join the Center for Diversity and Inclusion as we reflect on the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Annually, the CDI and the Michigan Tech Chapter of the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) host a celebration featuring a keynote speaker, volunteer opportunities, and a creative competition.

See the details below for this year’s celebration:

– 34^th Annual Banquet Celebration – Monday, January 16^th @ 5:30 PM (Doors open @ 5 PM)

-Reading Day Volunteers – Monday, January 16^th (all day)

-Creative Competition – Submission due Saturday, December 17th
Upload your submission here: https://forms.gle/NueEArHxCG3gd2yBA

For more information, check out the MLK Celebration page on the MTU Website: https://www.mtu.edu/diversity-center/get-involved/programs/martin-luther-king/

How much do you know about the African continent? What about the people? Are there exciting things going on in this continent? What constitutes African diversity? All and many of these questions would be answered. Come one, come all!

Date: Friday, December 9, 2022

Time: 6.00 – 8.00 pm

Venue: Room 131, Fisher Hall

Zoom: https://bit.ly/asomitech

This event is open to the general public. African food will also be served.

January 17-20th, the second week of the spring semester, Husky Innovate will host innovation-themed talks and events including the Bob Mark Business Model Pitch Competition.  Started by Michigan Tech’s University Innovation Fellows (UIFs) in 2015, Innovation Week is a celebration of innovation across our Tech Community.  Students, faculty, staff, and community are invited.  

Check out our lineup here. Register early for locations and Zoom links.   

The end of the semester often comes with a lot of stress. The Library wants to help! Along with campus partners, we are planning things to help ease that stress, take much-needed breaks, and tackle your studies. 

• See your pets while you study! Share your favorite pictures of your pets by Dec. 8. We’ll compile your submissions into a slide show that will run on the library TVs during finals week.
• Brain Break Stations: give your brain some time off with games, coloring, snacks, and other odds and ends to fidget with. – First and Second Floors
• Pet Therapy: Spend time with trained therapy dog team Finney and Robin for adorable destressing. Dec. 9 & 11, 2-4 pm – First Floor
• Pancake Dinner: Up late studying? Grab some pancakes served up by campus administrators. Dec. 11, 7 pm – MUB Commons
• Snack Attacks: With Student Mental Health and Well-being to keep you fueled and your brain powered up. Dec.12, 14, & 15, evenings – All Floors

And as always, check out our productivity tools to keep things going, we have calculators, chargers, protractors, headphones, and so much more to get you through your final push!

Give your pet a few minutes of fame at the library this finals season! Share your favorite pictures of your pets by midnight Thursday, Dec. 7 using this form. We’ll compile your submissions into a slide show that will run on the library TVs during finals week.

DC League of Super Pets

Krypto the Super-Dog and Superman are inseparable best friends, sharing the same superpowers and fighting crime side by side in Metropolis. However, when the Man of Steel and the rest of the Justice League are kidnapped, Krypto must convince a ragtag group of animals to master their own newfound powers for a rescue mission.

DC League of Super Pets is rated PG

Friday  5:30, 8:30, 11:30

Saturday 5:30, 8:30, 11:30

Located on Michigan Tech’s campus in Fisher 135. Tickets are $3 and concessions are $1. We hope to see you at the movie this weekend and have a great day.

Crepes and Coloring

Join us for a tasty stress reliever!! Take a break from finals studying and join us for fresh crepes made right in front of you with a filling of your choice, and color some themed sheets to take your mind off of things. Crepes will be provided and so will crayons and coloring sheets while supplies last!  

Date: 12/07/2022

Time: 7:30-9:30 pm

Place: MUB Commons

Rage Room

Come to the MUB Ballroom next Friday and take your mind off of finals! Write any worries you have on a plate and then smash it at our rage room. Come with friends or come make new ones before you spend all weekend studying!

Date: 12/09/2022

Time: 12-3 pm

Place: MUB Ballroom

Interested in planning events like this? Email us at mubboard@mtu.edu to get more information on how you can join our awesome crew!

SoundGirls are having a fundraiser bingo party! This event is $5 for entry, games, fun, and more!

Date: Saturday, December 10th

Time: 7:00 – 9:00 PM

Location: Walker 210

Songs for the Moon

7:30 p.m. Friday, December 9

Join the Michigan Tech choirs for a concert that celebrates the beauty of moonlight and wintertime. The concert will include performances by the Michigan Tech Concert Choir and conScience: Michigan Tech Chamber Singers.
Learn More | Reserve Free Tickets

Rachmaninoff Piano Concert No. 2

7:30 p.m. Saturday, December 10

The Keweenaw Symphony Orchestra performs an eclectic array of British symphonic music, Black Sabbath metal, and a premiere by Jazz Professor Emeritus Mike Irish. Featuring Adam Meckler on trumpet and flugelhorn. Headlined by history’s most romantic piano concerto: Rachmaninoff’s Second with Lindsay Garritson as soloist.
Learn More | Reserve Free Tickets

TUBACHRISTMAS

7 p.m. Sunday, December 11

This annual December event occurs around the world in honor of the first truly great tuba virtuoso, William “Bill” Bell who was born on Christmas Day. Tubists gather yearly in mass numbers around the globe to play songs of the season in performances free to the public. TUBACHRISTMAS concerts are presented with permission from the Harvey Phillips Foundation, Inc.
Learn More

Come and be served by campus administrators at the Evening Pancake and Bacon Breakfast!

Date: Sunday, December 11, 2022

Location: MUB Commons

Time: 7:00 PM until food is gone

The Office of Alumni Engagement is offering free professional headshots for students at the Fall Career Fair.  A photographer from Brockit Inc. will be taking photographs on September 21, 2022, from 2-6 p.m. in the SDC.  

Photos will be taken first come, first served. Each student will take (1) test shot and then will have a limit of (3) posed shots.

Please sign up if you intend to utilize this free service. The deadline to sign up is 4 p.m. on Tuesday, September 20, 2022.

The Career Closet is a giveaway of gently worn business clothing possible to assist students in preparing for Career Fair.

The Career Closet will be held on Saturday, September 17 from 1:00pm-5:00pm (with 1:00-3:00pm designated for graduate students and seniors), and Sunday, September 18 from 10:00am-2:00pm. This event will take place in the Superior Room and Makerspace in the Memorial Union Building.

If you would like to volunteer at the event, please sign up through GivePulse or email aemarsh1@mtu.edu.

Homecoming Registration Now Open!

Join us in celebrating 100 years of football here at Michigan Tech! This year’s homecoming celebration will include much of our usual fanfare including a royalty court, team competition, tailgate, and cardboard boat races! Register your team or a court nominee below. All registrations are due September 22nd by noon.

Homecoming Court Registration

Homecoming Team Registration

BLACK and GOLD never gets OLD!

Parade of Nations

Since 1989, the Houghton and Hancock communities have been celebrating the rich cultural diversity of the Keweenaw through the Parade of Nations and the Multicultural Festival that follows. We are excited to continue that tradition in 2022.

Volunteers are the driving force behind this event. They help with event set up, walk in the parade, serve as parade marshals, and provide support at the multicultural festival. Explore the volunteer positions and shifts available and sign up for the one that best fits your interests! Event organizers will be in contact as the event approaches to share additional instructions and event details.

September 17th between 9 AM and 3 PM.

Sign up here!

Career Closet

The Career Closet is a giveaway of gently worn business clothing possible to assist students in preparing for the Career Fair. The event will be held on Saturday, September 17, and Sunday, September 18. We will need a lot of volunteers to make it a successful event!

Sign up here!

Usher at the Rozsa

As a Volunteer Usher, you play a critical role in creating a joyful experience at arts events. Led by Rozsa staff, you and other Ushers work together to greet guests, admit folks into the theater, assist with seating and wayfinding, connect guests to venue accommodations, and support effective crowd flow and emergency procedures. Usher roles will be decided as a team at the beginning of the volunteer shift.

September 19th at 6:30 PM

Sign up here!

The Alley Makerspace is now open to all MTU students, staff, and faculty. No reservations required and all supplies and tools are completely free to use! Stop by the Makerspace in the MUB Basement from 3-9pm, Monday through Thursday for the rest of the fall semester.

If you’re interested in learning more about the Alley or becoming a volunteer coach at the Makerspace, email makerspace@mtu.edu.

Athletics is looking for student organizations to help collect parking fees during home Women’s and Men’s Basketball games. 75% of the collected fees go to the org.

Fee collection begins 75 minutes prior to game start and until either the start of the second half of a single game or the beginning of the second game of a doubleheader. Safety vests and hand warmers are provided however, students should dress appropriately for the weather. Eight people are needed per shift.

If you have any questions or are interested, email Joel Isaacson jdisaacs@mtu.edu.

When the manic Dr. Robotnik returns to Earth with a new ally, Knuckles the Echidna, Sonic and his new friend, Tails, are all that stand in their way.

Sonic the Hedgehog 2 is rated PG.

Friday (9/16): 5:30*, 8:30, and 11:30

Saturday (9/17): 5:30*, 8:30, and 11:30

Located on Michigan Tech’s campus in Fisher 135. Tickets are $3 and concessions are $1. We hope to see you at the movie this weekend and have a great day!

*5:30 Showtimes are to be shown with subtitles now!

Come out for a nice night on the lawn filled with classic carnival games and fun! Other exciting activities include snacks, prizes, music with WMTU, and even a Henna artist! We hope to see you there!

Date: 09/23/2022

Time: 6 pm – 9 pm

Interested in planning events like this? Email us at mubboard@mtu.edu to get more information on how you can join our awesome crew!

The flyer says it all! Come on out to Soumi’s and help the Rowing Club at Michigan Tech fundraise with a classic Soumi meal! If you can’t make it from 12-2, you can still drop by at a different time as a portion of the profit for the entire day will be donated to the club. Just make sure to mention us when you order!

National Voter Registration Day is September 20th. Need to register? Don’t worry! There will be tables throughout campus where you can register between 10am and 3pm.

The Office of Alumni Engagement is offering free professional headshots for students at the Fall Career Fair.  A photographer from Brockit Inc. will be taking photographs on September 21, 2022, from 2-6 p.m. in the SDC.  

Photos will be taken first come, first served. Each student will take (1) test shot and then will have a limit of (3) posed shots.

Please sign up if you intend to utilize this free service. The deadline to sign up is 4 p.m. on Tuesday, September 20, 2022.

The Center for Diversity and Inclusion (CDI) and the J. Robert Van Pelt and John and Ruanne Opie Library (VPOL) are working together this semester to promote academic excellence. The library will hold open library research help hours every other Tuesday and Wednesday, from 2-5 pm starting on September 6th in Library 244. Librarians will be available during these study sessions and look forward to helping students make the most of the library’s resources.

All students are encouraged to attend to build community, support one another academically, and achieve academic success.

For more information please contact cdi@mtu.edu or library@mtu.edu.

The Center for Diversity and Inclusion and Student Leadership and Involvement have teamed up to host the Calling All Huskies to the U[Pizza] event. It will be a showcase of the many identity-based student organizations on campus as well as a chance to eat some FREE Ambassador pizza. 

It will be located on the CDI lawn this Friday, Sept. 2nd from 2-4 PM. If it rains, it will be moved to the DHH ballroom. We hope to see you all there!

It’s time to re-register!

Every Registered Student Organization must complete re-registration in order to remain an active RSO at Michigan Tech and receive funding from the Student Activity Fee. Instructions were sent via email to all e-board members as listed on Involvement Link.

Haven’t received the email? Forgot to update your e-board? Email us at rso@mtu.edu for assistance!

The deadline to complete the required RSO training and other steps for re-registration without the loss of funds is September 28th, 2022.

Ghostbusters (1984)

Three parapsychologists forced out of their university funding set up shop as a unique ghost removal service in New York City, attracting frightened yet skeptical customers.

Ghostbusters is rated PG 

Friday and Saturdays at 5:30, 8:30, and 11:30

Located on Michigan Tech’s campus in Fisher 135. Tickets are 3$ and concessions are 1$. We hope to see you at the movie this weekend and have a great day.

5:30 Showtimes are to be shown with subtitles now!

Labor Day Film: The Wobblies

FREE Movie Showing brought to you by the Keweenaw Socialists @ MTU and Filmboard.

As the labor movement continues to see a renaissance in the United States with notable strikes, including John Deere, Kellogg’s, and Warrior Met Coal, and groundbreaking unionization efforts at Starbucks, Amazon, and many other companies, we take a look at the history of one of the most influential labor unions in history, the Industrial Workers of the World or IWW.

Monday, September 5th at 3:00pm in Fisher 135

Flu Shot Clinic

Mark your calendars! Flu shot clinics will be returning to campus in October! More information and a sign-up portal will be available to students on the Center for Student Mental Health and Well-being website by the end of the week. Bring your Be Well card along and get it stamped!   

When and where:     

October 4th, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM, Rozsa     October 11th, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, Rozsa     October 18th, 4:00 AM – 6:00 PM, SDC     October 25th, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, Rozsa

Please contact wellness@mtu.edu with any questions. 

Let’s Taco ‘Bout It

Do you like free tacos and fun conversations? Come join us at “Let’s Taco ‘Bout It” on September, October 13th! Come hang out in the MUB Commons from 6-7 PM. Bring your Be Well card along, or pick one up and get it stamped during the event!    

When: 6:00 – 7:00 PM, 2nd Tuesday of each month     

Where: The MUB Commons

Please contact wellness@mtu.edu with any questions. 

Health Hut
The Well-Being Advocates are hosting the first Health Hut of the semester! Stop by their table in the library for resources, tips, and a chance to chat with students who are passionate about well-being and health.    

When: 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 1st Wednesday of each month

Where: Library Exhibit Hall, 1st Floor 

Please contact Jillian Cyrus (jmcyrus@mtu.edu) with any questions. 

SWE would like to welcome ALL students to attend our largest networking event of the year, Evening with Industry (EWI). EWI is a free networking event where MTU students have the opportunity to connect with company recruiters the night before career fair. This event is sponsored by companies, includes a free meal, and is open to all MTU students regardless of gender or major!

Saturday, August 27
An Afternoon on the Town – 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Downtown
Welcome Week Broomball – 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM, Ice Arena
Party on the Patio with DHHC – 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM, DHH Patio
Comedian Tommy Ryman – 10:00 PM, Rozsa

Sunday, August 28
Volleyball Tournament with Club Volleyball 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Sand Volleyball Courts
Ultimate Frisbee with Disco Tech and Superior Ma’s 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM, Soccer Fields

Monday, August 29
Back to School Binders – 11:00 AM, MUB Circle
Intro to Rock Hunting in the Keweenaw with the Geology Club – 6:00 PM, Rock Garden

Tuesday, August 30
Ice Cream with MUB Board – 1:00 PM, Walker Lawn
Game Night with Gamers Anonymous – 7:00 PM, Fisher 129

Wednesday, August 31
American Red Cross Blood Drive – 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM, MUB Ballroom
Snack Break – 1:00 PM, MUB Circle

Thursday, September 1
American Red Cross Blood Drive – 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM, MUB Ballroom
Lawn Games with St. Al’s – 3:30 – 5 PM, Walker Lawn
Sorority Life Info Session and Craft Night – 6:00 PM, MUB Commons
Football VS Wisconsin Platteville – 6:00 PM, Kearly Stadium

Friday, September 2
Welcome to the UP[izza] with Student Leadership & Involvement and the Center for Diversity and Inclusion – 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM, Hamar House Lawn
Soccer VS Minnesota Crookston – 5:00 PM, Kearly Stadium
WMTU Welcome – 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM, Walker Lawn
Blackout Dance with Black Student Association – 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM, Walker Lawn

Sunday, September 4
Soccer VS Bemidji State – 12:00 PM, Kearly Stadium

Do you enjoy making things? Do you want access to free tools? Could you use some great experience for your resume? Consider becoming a coach at the Alley Makerspace! The Alley is a student-led makerspace in the Memorial Union Building. Sponsored by Husky Innovate and Pavlis Honors College, the space was made to be a completely free resource for everyone at MTU to create and innovate. The Alley depends on volunteer coaches to help run the space, train and guide makers, and host fun events for students to learn more about creating. In exchange for dedicating a few hours a week to the space, coaches receive tap access to enter the Alley when it might be closed to other students. The tools in the space that coaches are trained to use include 3-D printers, an electronics/soldering station, sewing machines, a Cricut, a CNC, and woodworking equipment such as a table saw, miter saw, scroll saw, drill press, jigsaw, and basic hand tools. If you’re interested in joining the team, please fill out this Google form! If you have any questions about the coach role or the Alley in general, contact marotole@mtu.edu
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSesvJOTP0T_Axk7Al-rIWaQhIvAgJIkAI0Vkdc0RNS22fwlGA/viewform?usp=sf_link 

Shrek 1 & 2

Join us this Thursday 8/25 on Walker lawn for a special double showing of the amazing films Shrek 1 & 2

The Show Starts at 9 pm

Tickets are free for this event!

Shrek 1 & 2 are rated pg for mild language and crude humor

The Parade of Nations planning committee is excited to announce registration for the 33rd annual Parade of Nations is now open!

Since 1989, the Houghton and Hancock communities have been celebrating the rich cultural diversity of the Keweenaw. We are excited to continue that tradition on September 17th! This year’s parade begins at 11 a.m. in Hancock, crosses the Portage Lift Bridge, and ends at the Dee Stadium. This amazing celebration of unity and culture is open to the entire community, and we hope you will consider participating!

Any individual is invited to request a flag of any country that they wish to represent by completing the Flag Request Form. One flag and one sign will be provided per nation. Everyone is welcome to walk in the Parade of Nations with any of the represented countries.

Groups are invited to apply to enter a float, and our contest returns this year! Every registered float has the chance to win prize money ($300 for 1st place, $200 for 2nd place, and $100 for 1st place). All floats must be designed according to this year’s Parade of Nations theme: The World is One. A float can be a decorated vehicle, a vehicle pulling a decorated trailer, or other motorized or non-motorized conveyance that serves as a platform for a decorated display, exhibit, and/or performance. Complete the Float Application to sign up!

Grants are available to support Student Organizations in purchasing supplies for their float. The grant application is included as part of the float application process. Organizations are eligible for up to $100 in funding.

You do not have to be a multicultural organization to sign up! Consider how your club, organization, or group is influenced by diverse cultures. For example, how do sports connect people across the globe? How does community service benefit our global society? How does climate change impact all nations? You are invited to explore how your group’s purpose is influenced by our global society and share that through a float entry.

Need service hours? Volunteers are the driving force behind this event. They help with event set-up, walk in the parade, serve as parade marshals, and provide support at the multicultural festival. Explore the volunteer positions and sign up for the one that best fits your interests.

For more information, please visit the Parade of Nations website or contact the Parade of Nations committee at paradeofnations@mtu.edu.

Residence Education and Housing Services and the Waino Wahtera Center for Student Success are still seeking volunteers to assist with this important task! Sign up today for one (or more) of the available shifts on GivePulse, our volunteer management website. (Select single sign-on, indicate Michigan Technological University as your login provider, and then login with your MTU credentials)

Assistance is needed for:

Orientation Set-Up (Thursday, August 18th 2-5 PM)

New Student Move-In (Friday & Saturday, August 19th & 20th throughout the day)

Orientation Tear Down (Saturday, August 20th at 2:30 PM)

A Taste of Tech Traditions (Friday, August 26th 1-5 PM)

The Parade of Nations planning committee is excited to announce registration for the 33rd annual Parade of Nations is now open!

Since 1989, the Houghton and Hancock communities have been celebrating the rich cultural diversity of the Keweenaw. We are excited to continue that tradition on September 17th! This year’s parade begins at 11 a.m. in Hancock, crosses the Portage Lift Bridge, and ends at the Dee Stadium. This amazing celebration of unity and culture is open to the entire community, and we hope you will consider participating!

Any individual is invited to request a flag of any country that they wish to represent by completing the Flag Request Form. One flag and one sign will be provided per nation. Everyone is welcome to walk in the Parade of Nations with any of the represented countries.

Groups are invited to apply to enter a float, and our contest returns this year! Every registered float has the chance to win prize money ($300 for 1st place, $200 for 2nd place, and $100 for 1st place). All floats must be designed according to this year’s Parade of Nations theme: The World is One. A float can be a decorated vehicle, a vehicle pulling a decorated trailer, or other motorized or non-motorized conveyance that serves as a platform for a decorated display, exhibit, and/or performance. Complete the Float Application to sign up!

Grants are available to support Student Organizations in purchasing supplies for their float. The grant application is included as part of the float application process. Organizations are eligible for up to $100 in funding.

You do not have to be a multicultural organization to sign up! Consider how your club, organization, or group is influenced by diverse cultures. For example, how do sports connect people across the globe? How does community service benefit our global society? How does climate change impact all nations? You are invited to explore how your group’s purpose is influenced by our global society and share that through a float entry.

Need service hours? Volunteers are the driving force behind this event. They help with event set-up, walk in the parade, serve as parade marshals, and provide support at the multicultural festival. Explore the volunteer positions and sign up for the one that best fits your interests.

For more information, please visit the Parade of Nations website or contact the Parade of Nations committee at paradeofnations@mtu.edu.

Welcome Week Binder Stuffing

Welcome Week Binders are back but we need your help to make them a reality! We have 1200 binders that will be distributed to students on the first day of classes with a wealth of information from our partners around campus. Come hang out with us to snap that information into place!

Shifts are available on Thursday, August 18th, 2-4 PM and Tuesday, August 23rd, 3-5 PM.

Parade of Nations 2022

Since 1989, the Houghton and Hancock communities have been celebrating the rich cultural diversity of the Keweenaw through the Parade of Nations and the Multicultural Festival that follows. We are excited to continue that tradition in 2022.

This year’s theme is The World is One and we need your help to make it a reality! Volunteers are the driving force behind this event. They help with event set up, walk in the parade, serve as parade marshals, and provide support at the multicultural festival. Explore the volunteer positions and shifts available and sign up for the one that best fits your interests! Event organizers will be in contact as the event approaches to share additional instructions and event details.

Shifts are available throughout the day on September 17th.

We’re celebrating National Root Beer Float Day early this year!

Join Student Leadership and Involvement and a dedicated crew of volunteers from Residence Education, TODAY, August 4th from 1-3 PM in the MUB Circle for your annual treat!

Floats are free while supplies last!

We hope to see you there!