Author: Emilie Sander

Learn about campus academic and support services at CDI’s Part of the Pack event TODAY @ 12:30 PM! Join us for a chance to win prizes and hear a keynote address from Jailynn Johnson, Class of ’22.

The CDI is excited to welcome you to our Husky Family!

(This event is intended for first-year students. Contact cdi@mtu.edu for questions.)

An Afternoon on the Town is an opportunity for local businesses and organizations to welcome you to the Keweenaw and show you what they have to offer.  Starting on campus, down College Avenue, and throughout the downtown Houghton area on Shelden Avenue there will be music, refreshments, and giveaways for participants.

Over $3,000 in prizes are also available to participating students! To enter to win one of more than 80 raffle prizes, simply tap your ID at BOTH tapper locations on the route. The first tap-in station and start of the route will be located on the north side of the Memorial Union Building. The second tap location will be located downtown on the south side of Shelden Avenue in front of the Quality Inn and Suites. 

Check out our 2023 participating groups on the map below! The Walking Map shows where they will be for An Afternoon on the Town, while the Business Map shows the group’s permanent locations. Explore the Map

Ahoy there, husky! Welcome aboard the SS Michigan Tech. Get ready to set sail on a sea of fun and adventure, where every day has a new horizon to explore. Don’t be a landlubber, go check out our Welcome Week programs for a sea-riously good time! Batten down the hatches and grab a friend to navigate the waters of exploration together! Arrr you ready?

As you set sail on a new academic year, the Alumni Engagement Office welcomes you to kick off the school year with a sweet treat and a memorable first-day-of-class photo. Join us on Monday, August 28, 2023, between 9:30-11:30 a.m. in front of the Husky Statue to strike a pose with your crew and commemorate the start of your next adventure at Michigan Tech.

Student Leadership and Involvement is looking for K-Day volunteers! Volunteering for K-Day is not just about giving back to your campus community; it’s also a fantastic way to gain leadership skills, make new friends, and create lasting memories. Volunteering roles include: set up, check-in, floaters, food and swag distributors, risk management, and tear down.

Ready to be a part of this incredible experience? Signing up as a K-Day volunteer is easy. Just follow this link to access the sign-up form on GivePulse. Select your preferred role(s), choose your shifts, and get ready to have an unforgettable day!

Michigan Collegiate Student Advisory Task Force returns for 2023-2024

Department of State now accepting applications from students looking to engage voters on campus

LANSING, Mich. – Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson today announced the application period to serve on the 2023-2024 Michigan Collegiate Student Advisory Task Force is now open to college and university students across the state. The task force is a nonpartisan initiative of the Michigan Department of State (MDOS) in partnership with Campus Vote Project (CVP), a project of the Fair Elections Center, a national, nonpartisan voting rights organization. The student task force will work through the 2024 election cycle to improve youth voter engagement. Applications will be accepted through Sept. 15.  

“It’s critical that today’s young voters are also informed voters, and this task force helps young people better understand the process and truly engage in our democracy,” said Secretary Benson. “We look forward to hearing directly from the new class of task force members on the best ways to support and empower students at Michigan colleges and universities, help them fully understand our state’s new voting rights laws, and know exactly how to exercise their rights.”

The task force, first established by Benson in 2019, brings together students from across the state who are passionate about civic engagement. Task force members will serve as liaisons between MDOS, their student body, school administrators, and peers. The group will advise on the unique experiences and barriers for student voters, helping to ensure the voices of young people are heard in our state’s elections. 

Appointed students will serve on the task force with optional enrollment in a paid CVP Democracy Fellowship from September 2023 through December 2024. As a Democracy Fellow, students will be provided the tools to turn their civic engagement ideas into action. Democracy Fellows will work to remove on-campus voting barriers, to educate their peers about elections, and to build a campus coalition to support student voter engagement.

“The Campus Vote Project team is excited to partner with Secretary Benson to provide more opportunities for student leaders who are committed to expanding voting access for their peers,” said Landon Myers, Michigan Coordinator for CVP. “If Michigan is going to maintain the nation’s highest youth voter turnout in 2024, we must continue empowering students to organize their campus communities and remove barriers to voting.”

Applicants must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student in a college or university in Michigan and demonstrate a commitment to voting and enthusiasm for voter engagement through their past experience, answers to application questions, and an interview. A total of 20 to 30 students from around the state will be selected to serve, with no more than two students representing any one school. Students set to graduate during the tenure of the task force will not be considered.

Additional information, as well as the task force application, can be found at Michigan.gov/SOSStudentTaskForce. Students can also email Secretary@Michigan.gov with questions or comments. The application period will close on Friday, Sept. 15 at 11:59 p.m.

Join the Huskies Pep Band at their annual Band Camp! Meet returning members, learn our music, and make a lot of noise. Please bring a bottle of water and your instrument. Music will be provided during both days.

Day One:

Friday, August 25, 5-7:30pm

@ McArdle (second floor of Walker)

Hot dogs will be provided for dinner, courtesy of Mu Beta Psi.

Saturday, August 26, 12:30-3:30pm

@ Sherman Field (visit mtu.edu/transportation/options/shuttle/ to view the bus schedule from the MUB to the SDC)

Like Pizza? Cheese Bread? Maybe even cookies? Starting today and for the next 3 weeks, MTU’s Collegiate DECA chapter is selling Little Caesars Pizza Kits and In-Store Meal Deals to raise money for our members to attend our first DECA Engage Conference in Kansas City this year. To reach our goal of selling 84 kits, we need everyone’s help. This is a digital fundraiser and so all orders are placed online and kits will be shipped to buyers via FedEx with the exception of In-Store Meal Deals being able to be picked up from local Little Caesars near you. Kits are easy to make, requiring just the spread of toppings, and ready to be placed in the oven. These kits would be perfect for dinner if you’re looking for something quick to make. It could even be a fun activity for families to participate in! Every kit or In-Store Meal Deal sold, the MTU DECA earns $6 in profits, and that makes a HUGE impact! Please consider sharing with family, friends, and anyone you think may be interested. This fundraiser is open to all. 

To view our kits and place an order, follow this link here or scan the QR Code in the flyer attached to this email. This fundraiser ends September 13th so be sure to purchase your kits before then! For any questions about our fundraiser, contact deca@mtu.edu.

The MTU DECA team thanks you for your support!

Local bookstore and homegrown celebrity team up for a fun-filled geektastic charity event! 

Co-founders Shana Porteen, owner of Black Ice Comics & Books in Houghton, MI, and Patricia Summersett, actor/voice actor from L’anse, MI, are proud to announce the 5th Annual GeekU.P. to be held September 9^th at Michigan Tech’s Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts in Houghton, MI.  GeekU.P., which will be 12pm to 7pm, is a mini-con charity event celebrating geek culture offering an artists’ alley, vendors, cosplay contest, celebrity Q&A’s, autograph sessions, and more!

This year’s charity recipient is Unite Mental Health and Wellness, located in Houghton, MI.  Unite Mental Health and Wellness is a nonprofit mental health service organization committed to helping individuals in our community connect to non-emergency mental healthcare.  Partnering with providers both locally and remotely, they support professionals and services currently available in our community while filling in the gaps where care may be lacking. 

GeekU.P. has an exciting celebrity guest line-up this year and they will take part in Q&A sessions and autograph signings for attendees: 

Colleen O’Shaughnessey is a voice actor who can be heard in numerous animated series and features, video games, commercials and toys. She is best known for her roles as “Tails” in Cartoon Network’s animated series, Sonic Boom, as well as in the Sonic the Hedgehog Movie, “Wasp” in Avengers-Earth’s Mightiest Heroes, “Jazz” in Nickelodeon’s Danny Phantom, and “Sora” in the anime series, Digimon & Digimon Adventure Tri. Other noted voice roles for fans of anime include “Ino” and “Konohamaru” in Naruto, “ChoCho” in Boruto: Naruto Next Generations, “Kelsey/Glitter Sunny” in The Glitter Force, “Anna” in K Return of Kings, and “Nel” in Bleach.

Roger Craig Smith is a prolific voice actor who has voiced some of the most iconic characters in entertainment.  Over the course of his illustrious career, one of Roger’s notable credits include the voice of “Sonic the Hedgehog” not only in video games, but also in the Disney film series, Wreck-It Ralph, and in Cartoon Network’s animated series, Sonic Boom.  Other notable credits include the voice of “Batman” in the video game Arkham Origins as well as in the DC animated films Batman Ninja and Superman: Red Son, the voice of “Ezio Auditore da Firenze” in the Assassin’s Creed Franchise, and the voice of “Claggor” in Netflix’s award-winning animated series Arcane. Anime fans will know Roger as the voice of “Deidara” from the worldwide hit Naruto, “Shinji Hirako” in Bleach, and “Minoru Okabe” in the blockbuster, Suzume.

Providing voice and full performance capture for several video games, Patricia Summersett is known as the first official voice of “Princess Zelda” in Nintendo Video Games for: The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, and Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity. Other top voice credits include Rainbow Six: Siege, Star Wars: Squadrons, and the Assassin’s Creed Franchise. She has also appeared in several films and television series. Patricia was raised in L’anse, MI, and graduated from Houghton High School before pursuing her acting career in L.A. and Montreal.

Contact: 
906-523-7500

Social links:

GeekU.P.

Facebook.com/geekup906

Official Website: GeekUP906.com

Official Hashtag: #GeekUP906

Shana Porteen

Inst/twitter @blackicecomics

https://www.blackicecomics.com/

Facebook.com/blackicecomicshop

Patricia Summersett

Inst/twitter @summersett_

Facebook.com/patriciasummersett

Need a good laugh now that school is nearly back in session? Join Student Leadership and Involvement’s Late Night Program for a night of laughs before heading into Orientation Week!

We’re excited to host Jessi Campbell at the Rozsa Center this Saturday, August 19th at 9:30 P.M. Jessi is a high-energy, likable comedian that brings her relatable stories to the stage. She takes mundane events in her life and turns them into hilarious bits. Traditional stand-up comedy with no bells and whistles needed, Jessi makes crowds laugh with one microphone and a spotlight. She was the Campus Activities Magazine Female Performer of the Year and has performed at over 1,000 colleges nationwide. She has performed all over the world and has two Dry Bar Comedy specials. Get a sneak peek at one of Jessi’s earlier shows here. 

This is a free event and the public is welcome to attend!

Join us Wednesday, August 23rd for the O-Week Concert starring Grayson DeWolfe! Grab your friends and meet us outside of Fisher Hall prepared to rock out all evening!

Rain Location: SDC Varsity Gym at 7pm.

The Army ROTC Cadets are hosting their annual Orientation Week BBQ on Tuesday, August 22nd @ 2:00pm on the lawn in front of the ROTC building. All new and returning students are welcome to attend and enjoy FREE food. 

Cadets from most MTU majors will be present to discuss their experience in ROTC and answer any questions you may have about participation in the military science program. 

Did you know, participating in ROTC/Military Science as a first or second-year student requires no commitment? ROTC Cadets are students first and can make the decision to complete ROTC up to their third year. Those who choose to complete, can commission as an Army Officer and serve full-time on Active Duty or Part-Time in the National Guard or Army Reserves.  

If you are already a Tech student, it’s not too late!  2yr and 3yr Full-Tuition Scholarships are available for eligible students. Connect with us here or email njpiazza@mtu.edu for more information. We hope to see you there! 

The clock is ticking, so don’t delay! Re-registration is a simple yet crucial task that ensures your organization’s continuity. By completing this process, you’re taking a proactive step toward a successful year filled with enriching activities and impactful initiatives.

Re-registration is available on Involvement Link as well as through the link on the email you have received.

Remember, your dedication as RSO officers and advisors is what keeps the org thriving, and re-registration is the first step in that journey. Let’s work together to make this academic year one to remember!

All RSO officers and advisors must complete the re-registration process by September 18th at 8 AM. Missing this deadline will lead to a deduction of funds allocated to your org. We understand that time is precious, but acting promptly is crucial to maintaining your org’s active status.

If you have any questions or encounter any issues during the re-registration process, don’t hesitate to reach out to rso@mtu.edu or stop in our office, MUB 112. We’re here to assist you every step of the way.

Here’s to another fantastic year of collaboration, growth, and achievement. Happy re-registering!

As summer winds down and the campus prepares to start an exciting new year, take a break from training and planning at Trivia Night! Join Student Leadership and Involvement for an evening of fun and relaxation (or competition, whichever your soul needs)! Teams will be capped at five players. 

Doors open at 7:30 PM and appetizers (BBQ Meatballs, Mozzarella Sticks, and Veggies) will be ready and waiting, so come early to grab a snack and find a seat! Trivia will start promptly at 8:00 PM. 

Bring your thinking caps – giveaways will be awarded throughout and the top team will win Michigan Tech gift cards!

MOVE-IN VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES FOR FALL 2023

by Center for Student Success, Residence Education, and Housing Services

Welcoming new students and their families is one of the most exciting times on campus. Student organizations are invited to help welcome incoming students during move-in on Friday and Saturday, August 18 and 19. Your group can sign up for one shift or multiple shifts. This is a great service opportunity for your organization!

Please fill out the Google Form to sign up to volunteer. The form will close on Monday, August 14 at 5 p.m. so be sure to register soon.

Register Here!

Liability/Risk Statement

Please share the Liability/Risk Statement that can be downloaded and reviewed at mtu.edu/success/orientation/pdfs/liability-statement.pdf with each member of your organization who will be volunteering. All volunteers will sign that they have read and understand the Liability/Risk Agreement Statement upon check-in on move-in day.

On August 11, GSG (https://gsg.mtu.edu) will be hosting a kayaking event at Prince’s Point in collaboration with the Outdoor Adventure Program. Friends and family are welcome, but be sure to register ASAP, as spots are limited!

Please contact Trevor Wavrunek at gsg-social@mtu.edu for questions or if you need to change your reservation.

Hope to see you there!

Register Here: https://gsg.mtu.edu/events/kayaking-with-gsg/

Re-registration is coming soon! Make sure to keep an eye on your email when it goes out on August 9th.

Register for K Day on Involvement Link! Registration must be in by Friday, Sept. 1st by noon however there is limited room so the sooner the better (we are almost halfway full). If you need a risk management plan, your activity is not confirmed until your plan is in compliance so submit it as soon as possible. 

If you have a beloved memory or positive testimonial of your time with an organization, we’d love to hear it! Check out our form to see a couple of examples.

MOVE-IN VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES FOR FALL 2023

by Center for Student Success, Residence Education, and Housing Services

Welcoming new students and their families is one of the most exciting times on campus. Student organizations are invited to help welcome incoming students during move-in on Friday and Saturday, August 18 and 19. Your group can sign up for one shift or multiple shifts. This is a great service opportunity for your organization!

Please fill out the Google Form to sign up to volunteer. The form will close on Monday, August 14 at 5 p.m. so be sure to register soon.

Register Here!

Liability/Risk Statement

Please share the Liability/Risk Statement that can be downloaded and reviewed at mtu.edu/success/orientation/pdfs/liability-statement.pdf with each member of your organization who will be volunteering. All volunteers will sign that they have read and understand the Liability/Risk Agreement Statement upon check-in on move-in day.

Ever wanted to know what it takes to become a beekeeper? Maybe you’re interested in raising bees, but not sure what equipment to get or how much everything will cost?

Whatever your interest level, the Sustainability Demonstration House invites you to join us next week for our Beekeeping 101 course! Registration for this ~2-hour course is free and will run on a first-come-first-serve basis. 

Please email sdh@mtu.edu with any questions you may have. We hope to see you there!

Note: We will be running the same class 3 nights in a row, so participants will only attend one of the 3 days. 

If your organization has not yet updated its officers on Involvement Link, it’s time to take action. Failing to do so may result in training being allocated to the wrong individuals during the re-registration process, affecting your budget if finished late.

Ahoy there! Are you ready to set sail? If so, then it’s time to grab your captain’s hat because K-Day Registration is officially open!

Reserve your spot now! Space and resources are limited, so do not delay!  This year’s theme will have you sailing around at K-Day!  Organizations can get creative with this nautical-themed student organization fair!

K-Day, or Keweenaw Day, is an annual tradition that will be held on Friday, September 8 beginning at noon. Students head to Chassell Centennial Park for an afternoon of food, fun, and music – it’s like a day out at sea!  K-day typically sees 3000-4000 students so this is an important recruitment opportunity for your organization.  Please have your organization’s event finalized before registering HERE.  

Keep in mind, the person you list as the primary contact for your organization’s registration will be the one receiving all communications.  They will need to keep an eye out for emails during the summer, in case of any changes that are made to K-Day due to any updates we may need to make.

Questions about K-Day can be directed to Leah Joy at rso@mtu or call 906-487-1963.

Join Student Leadership & Involvement and REHS for a Juneteenth celebration! We invite you to come and commemorate this significant day in history. There will be an array of exciting activities for everyone to enjoy, including delicious food, refreshing drinks, engaging outdoor games, and a thrilling trivia contest with fantastic prizes. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to celebrate and learn more about Juneteenth. Mark your calendars and join us for a memorable event!

Date: Monday, June 19th

Time: 2 to 4 pm

Location: DHH Patio

Ahoy there! Are you ready to set sail? If so, then it’s time to grab your captain’s hat because K-Day Registration is officially open!

Reserve your spot now! Space and resources are limited, so do not delay!  This year’s theme will have you sailing around at K-Day!  Organizations can get creative with this nautical-themed student organization fair!

K-Day, or Keweenaw Day, is an annual tradition that will be held on Friday, September 8 beginning at noon. Students head to Chassell Centennial Park for an afternoon of food, fun, and music – it’s like a day out at sea!  K-day typically sees 3000-4000 students so this is an important recruitment opportunity for your organization.  Please have your organization’s event finalized before registering HERE.  

Keep in mind, the person you list as the primary contact for your organization’s registration will be the one receiving all communications.  They will need to keep an eye out for emails during the summer, in case of any changes that are made to K-Day due to any updates we may need to make.

Questions about K-Day can be directed to Leah Joy at rso@mtu or call 906-487-1963.

The Clothing Closet is open this summer! Looking for a new-to-you summer wardrobe? Come check us out. 

We have limited hours in the summer. We will be open on the following dates: 

Friday, May 19, 10am-noon

Tuesday, May 30, 10am-noon

Friday, June 16, 2pm-4pm

By appointment – email huskycloset@mtu.edu to schedule an appointment

Sign up now to register a team or to register as an individual. Individuals without a team will be assigned a team for the season. All MTU and community members are welcome, the only stipulation is that 50% of the team is MTU students, faculty, or staff.

Registration closes at 11:59 p.m. on May 23rd. League will run from Thursday nights starting June 1st and ending on Saturday, July 29th with a picnic and playoff tournament. All are welcome to play as we will have a preseason Softball clinic and Captain’s meeting to go over the rules and techniques of softball.

Ahoy there! Are you ready to set sail? If so, then it’s time to grab your captain’s hat because K-Day Registration is officially open!

Reserve your spot now! Space and resources are limited, so do not delay!  This year’s theme will have you sailing around at K-Day!  Organizations can get creative with this nautical-themed student organization fair!

K-Day, or Keweenaw Day, is an annual tradition that will be held on Friday, September 8 beginning at noon. Students head to Chassell Centennial Park for an afternoon of food, fun, and music – it’s like a day out at sea!  K-day typically sees 3000-4000 students so this is an important recruitment opportunity for your organization.  Please have your organization’s event finalized before registering HERE.  

Keep in mind, the person you list as the primary contact for your organization’s registration will be the one receiving all communications.  They will need to keep an eye out for emails during the summer, in case of any changes that are made to K-Day due to any updates we may need to make.

Questions about K-Day can be directed to Leah Joy at rso@mtu or call 906-487-1963.

Sign up now to register a team or to register as an individual. Individuals without a team will be assigned a team for the season. All MTU and community members are welcome, the only stipulation is that 50% of the team is MTU students, faculty, or staff.

Registration closes at 11:59 p.m. on May 23rd. League will run from Thursday nights starting June 1st and ending on Saturday, July 29th with a picnic and playoff tournament. All are welcome to play as we will have a preseason Softball clinic and Captain’s meeting to go over the rules and techniques of softball.

Ahoy there! Are you ready to set sail? If so, then it’s time to grab your captain’s hat because K-Day Registration is officially open!

Reserve your spot now! Space and resources are limited, so do not delay!  This year’s theme will have you sailing around at K-Day!  Organizations can get creative with this nautical-themed student organization fair!

K-Day, or Keweenaw Day, is an annual tradition that will be held on Friday, September 8 beginning at noon. Students head to Chassell Centennial Park for an afternoon of food, fun, and music – it’s like a day out at sea!  K-day typically sees 3000-4000 students so this is an important recruitment opportunity for your organization.  Please have your organization’s event finalized before registering HERE.  

Keep in mind, the person you list as the primary contact for your organization’s registration will be the one receiving all communications.  They will need to keep an eye out for emails during the summer, in case of any changes that are made to K-Day due to any updates we may need to make.

Questions about K-Day can be directed to Leah Joy at rso@mtu or call 906-487-1963.

Are you graduating this semester? Consider donating your cap and gown to future graduates! The Husky Closet Collective is starting a Gowns for Grads program. This will allow students who cannot purchase a cap and gown to walk in the Commencement ceremony. There will be donation bins at Commencement, or you can drop your cap and gown off at the Housing Office (153W Wads) any time. 

Don’t forget to follow our Instagram at @husky.closet.collective for more information about free clothing resources on campus.