Author: Emilie Sander

Student Leadership and Involvement is hiring! If you want to be involved in helping the community and join a welcoming office environment, apply here! The position specifically works with our community service Initiatives and supports GivePulse, but also serves in a general capacity in our office.

This is a Federal work-study position. Work-study is a source of financial aid that is awarded by the Financial Aid Office and is based upon unmet financial need and availability of funding. If you have work-study listed as part of your financial aid package, you are eligible to apply for all work-study positions, including this one, through Handshake.

Did you know there’s a Student Organization Office available for you to use?

Some groups utilize this space regularly and some don’t even know it exists. We would like your feedback on this space, known as MUB 106. The feedback from this survey will help us to create a better space for all RSOs that is both welcoming and functional. We invite anyone to complete this brief google form.

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

The Career Closet will be held on Saturday, February 18 from 1:00pm-5:00pm and Sunday, September 19 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.

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

Winter Carnival Banner Painting Voting Open Now!

We need your Vote! Banner Painting for Winter Carnival 2023 is open now and will end on February 10th. The voting form is attached below, and the banners are hung along the Art Rail 2nd floor in the Opie Library which is located next to the bridge that connects with Rehki, please stop by and check it out!

VOTE HERE

Winter Carnival Royalty Voting Open Now!

Voting is open for you to support your favorite Winter Carnival Royalty Candidate! Please follow the link below to vote:

https://www.involvement.mtu.edu/submitter/election/start/574516

Voting closes at 5:00 pm on Feb 3rd! Vote Now!

Also, make sure to go support all the candidates at the Royalty Coronation this Saturday, Feb. 4, starting at 7pm in the Rozsa Center for Performing Arts! Tickets are free for students, $5 for non-MTU students, and $10 for the general public.

Worried you are living in a social and political bubble and are not getting exposed to outside viewpoints despite being surrounded by a wonderfully diverse campus? Come to the first-ever International Student’s Forum at Michigan Tech to respectfully share your voice and listen to different perspectives at one of two forum options on Monday, January 30th, and Thursday, February 2nd at 5 pm in the Library East Reading Room. The event will begin with a moderated discussion including participants from the African Student Organization, Indian Student Organization, Bangladeshi Student Association, Nepalese Student Association, Graduate Student Government, among others. Pizza and refreshments will be provided as well as time for more casual conversations. 

All undergraduate and graduate students, of any nationality, are invited to the first-ever International Student’s Forum to respectfully share and hear the viewpoints of their diverse classmates about life, major issues, and culture all over the world.

This event was planned in partnership between the Van Pelt and Opie Library and the Social Sciences International Relations class to increase opportunities for students of varying backgrounds to interact. Registration is not required, but you can help us make sure we have enough pizza by registering for the Monday, Jan. 30th forum or the Thursday, Feb. 2nd forum. 

Date: Sunday, February 5th at 5:00 pm
Location: Walker 109

The Pokemon League at Michigan Tech will be holding a Scarlet and Violet tournament on Sunday the 5th in Walker 109. Registration will start at 5pm, and the tournament will start shortly after. The standard singles format will be used which is OU+the item clause. Matches will be 6v6, best of 1. End time will depend on the number of entrants. Beginners are welcome, and if you want help with team-building, feel free to ask in our discord at http://discord.gg/36RSMH.

Cookie Decorating with Phi Delta Chi

Join Phi Delta Chi tonight, February 1st from 7-8 pm at the PDC house for Valentine’s day themed cookie decorating! All women and nonbinary people are welcome!! The address is 601 Agate St, and rides leave from WADS by the front desk at 6:55 p.m.Hope to see you there, contact Josie Kalepp at 920.574.5386 with any questions 🙂

“Easter” egg painting with Phi Delta Chi

Join Phi Delta Chi this Monday, February 6th from 7-8 pm in the MUB Commons for “Easter” egg painting! All women and nonbinary people are welcome, contact Josie Kalepp at 920.574.5386 with any questions 🙂 We hope to see you there!

Free Chili, courtesy of the Alumni Engagement Office, USG and GSG

Wednesday, February 8 • 7 p.m. – chili runs out

Outside the Library front doors • All-Nighter

In partnership with USG and GSG, the Office of Alumni Engagement will be serving free chili starting at 7 p.m. until it is gone. Stop by and enjoy a free, warm meal during the All-Nighter festivities!

Join Triangle Fraternity on Thursday 2/2 from 7 pm – 9 pm at 1307 Ruby Ave! Come and hang out with the brothers!

Questions? Contact: triangle-rec@mtu.edu 

Chilled Out Karaoke

Sing along with your friends and enjoy some giveaways while you warm up during the Winter Carnival all-nighter! Mocktails will be provided by the Center for Student Mental Health and Well-Being!

Stuff-A-Husky

Join us for the 10th anniversary of this MUB tradition! You will have the opportunity to stuff a husky, giraffe, baby goat, dragon, or leopard!

Cookies and Coloring

De-stress with an afternoon of adult coloring and find out more about what the Center for Student Mental Health and Well-being has to offer! Cookies and Coloring is an informal place for students to connect with professionals and student professionals from our center! 

If Cookies and Coloring is not for you, you can always drop in to our low-stress, confidential consultations via our Let’s Talk zoom link! Learn more about the time and date availability for Let’s Talk on our website! Let’s Talk is especially helpful to those who are unsure about whether counseling is right for them, or if they are concerned about a peer and would like advice! 

Mocktails

The President’s Council for Health and Well-being is partnering with the Center for Student Mental Health and Well-being to bring mocktails to the Winter Carnival All-Nighter! Stop by the MUB after 7:00 PM on Wednesday, February 8th to grab a quick drink! 

Bigfoot Gloweshoe

Join us for the annual Bigfoot Glowshoe Event held up at the Michigan Tech Recreation Trials.  The event will be a glowing good time, complete with snowshoes, glowsticks, chili, and maybe even a Bigfoot sighting!  For registration information, please visit the Michigan Tech Central Ticket Office Website. You can also visit our events webpage to read more about our seasonal events!

Student registration is only $5 (includes snowshoe rental)!  We look forward to seeing you out there!

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!

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!

Join Mind Trekkers as we travel to Escanaba January 26th-27th, to host the Hidden Coast Festival!

Together with Bay College and area businesses and community organizations we will excite over 600 8th-grade students and showcase incredible opportunities and careers in STEM fields.  Transportation, lodging, and a daily stipend are provided! Mind Trekkers events also count towards service hour goals!

To learn more or to sign-up, please reach out to Mind Trekkers at mindtrekkers@mtu.edu.

This is a casual, drop-in style event where students can learn about majors within the Social Sciences department, including: Anthropology, History, Policy and Community Development, Social Sciences, and Sustainability Science and Society. There will be pizza and snacks. Faculty and current students will be on hand to discuss options and share experiences. All current or future MTU students with some curiosity about any of these majors or the Social Sciences department are welcome! This is informal with no specific agenda so come for any period of time between 5:00-6:30.

January 19th, 5 to 6:30 pm, Library East Reading Room

Questions? Please contact Richelle Winkler, Social Sciences Undergraduate Director, rwinkler@mtu.edu.

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 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!

Just Dance with Phi Delta Chi

Join Phi Delta Chi tonight, January 18th from 8-9 pm in the DHH Ballroom for just dance! Bring your phone for point tracking, all women and nonbinary people are welcome!!

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

Frozen Yogurt Bar with Phi Delta Chi

Join Phi Delta Chi this Monday, January 23rd from 8-9 pm at the PDC house for a free frozen yogurt bar!

All women and nonbinary people are welcome, contact Josie Kalepp at 920.574.5386 with any questions 🙂

The address is 601 Agate St, and rides leave from WADS by the front desk at 7:55 p.m.Hope to see you there!

The student organization, SAVE, is hosting an event for Stalking Awareness Month. Students are invited to come to enjoy cookies, cocoa, and crafts while learning about stalking behaviors and resources. This event will take place on Wednesday, January 18th, at 6:00 p.m. in the WADS Annex Room. Dial Help will be there, offering volunteer hours. We can’t wait to see you there!

Starting on Monday, January 16, 2023, all graduate and undergraduate students over the age of 18 will be asked to participate in the National Sexual Misconduct Campus Climate Survey. This survey is anonymous and only takes about 15 minutes. Students will receive an email with a link to the survey and will have a chance to win prizes.

By completing this survey, it will provide Michigan Tech with important information on campus sexual misconduct prevalence and responses. Preventing and remedying sexual misconduct is essential to creating a safer and more inclusive campus. Title IX is dedicated to making sure that all students have the opportunity to participate in and benefit from our programs and activities.

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, February 22nd, March 297:30pm-9:30pm MTU Students Only
5pm-7pm SDC Access Pass Holders Only (minimum 1-month Access)

Come and experience the quintessential UP winter event: shoveling a roof! The Lutheran Collegians RSO is hosting a snow shoveling event and would love for you to share in the fun and enjoy a free meal, all while serving a local church! Details are listed on the graphic.

Come join the members of Turning Point USA for a bowling night this Thursday, January 19 at 6:30 pm. We will be meeting outside of Fisher 328 at 6:15 pm to coordinate transportation and bring $5 to cover shoe rentals.

If you have any questions, come visit us at our table this Wednesday in Fisher, or contact Braeden Beutz at bjbeutz@mtu.edu. We hope to see you all there!

7 Days of MUB

Join us January 18-25 for 7 Days of MUB! This is an opportunity to learn more about our organization, who we are, and how to get involved! It’s kicking off tomorrow with a Bake Not-Sale (free baked goods!) in the library from 1-3. We hope to see you there, and check out our socials @mubboard to stay up to date with the rest of the festivities!

Comedian Jeff Scheen

Jeff Scheen grew up in Northern Michigan surrounded by trees and dirt roads. That will make any kid a weirdo, and Jeff has no problem telling you about it! Join us in the MUB Ballroom this Saturday from 9-10pm for some great laughs!

Laser Tag

Join us, with help from local company Respawn, for some laser tag! Signups are at the door and include at least two 10-minute games of two teams of four. We hope to see you at the SDC Multipurpose Room on January 28 from 2-4! 

January 6-8, Sculptora Borealis, two-time national snow statue building champions, will be putting on a workshop on our campus!

They will build an 8x8x8 ft snow statue, while teaching techniques to save time, design amazing snow suspensions, and produce incredible finishes. Just look at this statue they built in just five days!

The workshop is free and open to the public. There are also 10 slots for students to sign up to work alongside Sculptora Borealis and get hands-on experience! 

As exciting as this opportunity is, announcing this during break is not ideal, nor is the fact that the workshop will take place the weekend before the semester starts in 2023, so we could really use your help!

Please share this message to help us spread the word, and for anyone who wants to get hands-on training, please fill out this form!

Don’t forget:

Month Long Statue Building begins January 1, 2023

All-Nighter Applications become available on January 9, 2023

To learn more about Winter Carnival, visit https://www.mtu.edu/winter-carnival/.

Glad the fall semester is finally over? Ready to celebrate your survival before heading home? Want to enjoy some greenery and a fun tropical holiday tree?

Join the Plant & Gardening Club as we host our first annual white elephant gift exchange! We hope you’ll join us to celebrate the end of the fall semester, the friends we’ve made, and the coming holidays. Anybody is welcome to come to the event which will be held inside The Bubble Greenhouse (between the MEEM and ChemSci building), however, we ask that if you want to receive a gift that you bring a gift. We’ll start at 6pm and end at 8pm!

Hot coffee, tea, cocoa, and food will be provided for the duration of the event! Other activities, such as coloring, card making, decoration creation, and board games, will be provided as well.

Some light guidelines for the gifts:

– We encourage a price cap of $20, if you choose to go over that is your choice, just do not expect a gift of equal value.

– We encourage plant-themed gifts, but they are not mandatory.

– No inappropriate gifts, please.

– No gift shaming, we shouldn’t have to expand on this.

– Have fun with this and be silly!

If you are planning on attending, please fill out this form.

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:

• 34th Annual Banquet Celebration – Monday, January 16th @ 5:30 PM (Doors open @ 5 PM)
• Reading Day Volunteers – Monday, January 16th (all day)
• Creative Competition – Submission due Saturday, December 17th
  • Upload your submission here: https://forms.gle/NueEArHxCG3gd2yBA
• Nominations for the Bayard Rustin Award, presented by MTU’s National Society of Black Engineers, are available.
  • Submit your nomination here: https://forms.gle/v1VKFJq4djE5qKko8

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/

The Mushing Club is hosting an event at our main kennel where we will be running dogs on sleds, having a bonfire, and socializing with the dogs and each other! Also, our wonderful Dean, Dr. Wallace Southerland III, will be joining us!

We will meet at the Rozsa Parking Lot to carpool to the kennel together. The end time is not fixed, people will return to campus giving rides at whatever time they would like. Hope to see you there!

Pizza will be provided to those that sign-up here: 12/4 Kennel Day Sign Up

Join Mind Trekkers on Tuesday, December 13th as we welcome 8th-grade students from across the Western UP to campus for the Copper Trail Festival! This event will feature hands-on STEM demonstrations to spark curiosity and showcase career opportunities. Departments, student organizations, and local businesses are invited to participate in the event as exhibitors and volunteers. Mind Trekkers demonstrations can be supplied for student organizations who would like to have a presence at the event!

The event will take place in the SDC Varsity Gym from 9 am – 2:30 pm. Lunch will be provided to all exhibitors and volunteers. It is the first of four festivals in the OneUP Mind Trekkers Tour, a collaboration with UP Michigan Works! and the MiSTEM Network.

To register a group to exhibit at the festival, please click here.

To sign up as an individual volunteer, please click here.

For more information about the event, please reach out to the Center for Educational Outreach at mindtrekkers@mtu.edu.

The annual forestry Club Christmas tree sale will be taking place Tuesday, December 6th from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. on lot 14 near the broomball courts.

It is highly recommended that you pre-order a tree using our Google form with the link below. Prices are listed on this form and the sale will be until supplies last.

Registration opens today for the December 10 MI Concealed Pistol License (CPL) course at the SDC Shooting Range! No experience necessary. Must be 20 or older. Class size is limited. 

Registration closes Dec. 7. Visit CPL for more information.

Ukrainian students on campus together with the Film Board invite you to the screening of the movie “Mr. Jones” which will take place in Fisher 135 on 11/30 at 5:30 PM and 8:30 PM, and 12/1 at 8:30 PM.

Free Admission!

The movie is based on the real story of a Welsh journalist, who went to the USSR to discover the horrible truth. The screening is dedicated to the Commemoration Day of the Holodomor Victims – the artificial famine caused by the Soviet regime in Ukraine in 1932-1933. 

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

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!

Everything Everywhere All At Once

When an interdimensional rupture unravels reality, an unlikely hero must channel her newfound powers to fight bizarre and bewildering dangers from the multiverse as the fate of the world hangs in the balance.

Everything Everywhere All At Once is rated R

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.

Chris grew up in a small town outside of Nashville, TN.  He was just a small guy with big dreams, but luckily for you, none of those dreams materialized and he decided to pursue stand-up comedy. Armed with a guitar, Chris’ humor has been described as “edgy and smart,” but that’s probably only because he likes wearing a sweater vest. Make no mistake though – Chris’ innocent and laid-back demeanor compounded with his aggressive hilarity consistently catches crowds off-guard.

Chris has worked with everyone from Last Comic Standing’s Jon Reep to SNL’s Collin Jost. His comedic songs, which often use acoustic melodies to launch into an array of satirical and self-deprecating lyrics, have been met with much approval from Chris’ rapidly growing fan base. Plus, there’s a rumor going around that catching one of Chris’ shows automatically makes you cooler. Maybe it’s just a rumor, but what if it isn’t? Are you really willing to risk it?

Date: Saturday, December 3rd

Time: 10:00 PM

Location: MUB Ballroom

As you may be aware, the initial LeaderShape Institute application deadline was Monday, November 14th. With a handful of LeaderShape Institute spots remaining, we have decided to extend the application deadline on a rolling basis. We will continue to accept applications until we have reached a full LeaderShape cohort for the January session. Apply now to save your spot for this life-changing leadership retreat!

Through this program you will strive to:

• Commit to identifying core personal values and act in ways that are congruent with those values
• Through self-awareness and reflection, identify the ways social positionality informs perspective, reactions, and interactions
• Develop relationships that honor the dignity of individuals and groups in the context of equity and social systems
• Create a community-oriented vision that addresses critical social and global issues, embracing a healthy disregard for the impossible.

Join us January 4-7th at the Ford Center to discover what it means to have a healthy disregard for the impossible!

At the latest, applications will remain open until November 27th.

Community Development – Chillos Valley, Ecuador

In collaboration with the Manna Project International, this year’s international alternative spring break trip will work with community organizers in a focus area selected by the group.

All programs seek to “create communities of young leaders that help break the cycle of poverty in underserved communities around the world.” Our group will be able to select a focus area that aligns with our group’s interests. Focus area options include education, health, sports and recreation, business, agriculture, and the environment.

This trip will depart on Friday, March 3, 2023, and fly to our destination for a Saturday arrival. Both lodging and food will be provided by our host organization. Cultural immersion experiences, educational opportunities, and group reflection will be incorporated throughout the week. The group will depart from Ecuador on Saturday, March 11th, and return to campus the following day.

This trip can accommodate up to eleven students. Due to support from the Student Activity Fee, this trip will only cost $825 per student which includes food, travel, accommodations, and program materials. Any individual expenses related to passports or other travel necessities will be the responsibility of the student.

In collaboration with the Highland Support Project and Partners in Service, this year’s domestic alternative spring break trip will travel to Pinetop-Lakeside, AZ to work with the Apache Nation. Their programs are primarily based on struggles for food, water, and housing sovereignty. Our group will specifically assist with agricultural projects pertaining to the tribe’s horticulture and produce enterprise, Ndee Bikiyaa, including the planning and building of infrastructures such as raised garden beds and cisterns.

This trip will depart on Friday, March 3, 2023, in a Michigan Tech 15-passenger van. Participants will stay in an Airbnb Cabin near the volunteer site. Most meals will be prepared and provided by the group itself. Cultural immersion experiences, educational opportunities, and group reflection will be incorporated throughout the week. The group will depart from Arizona on Saturday, March 11th, and return to campus the following day.

This trip can accommodate up to nine students. Due to support from the Student Activity Fee, this trip will only cost $350 per student which includes all food, travel, accommodations, and program materials.

The Student Development Complex Center will have shortened hours over Thanksgiving Break, November 18 – 27, 2022. Normal Building hours will resume on Monday, November 28.

Join Mind Trekkers on Tuesday, December 13th as we welcome 8th-grade students from across the Western UP to campus for the Copper Trail Festival! This event will feature hands-on STEM demonstrations to spark curiosity and showcase career opportunities. Departments, student organizations, and local businesses are invited to participate in the event as exhibitors and volunteers. Mind Trekkers demonstrations can be supplied for student organizations who would like to have a presence at the event!

The event will take place in the SDC Varsity Gym from 9 am – 2:30 pm. Lunch will be provided to all exhibitors and volunteers. It is the first of four festivals in the OneUP Mind Trekkers Tour, a collaboration with UP Michigan Works! and the MiSTEM Network.

To register a group to exhibit at the festival, please click here.

To sign up as an individual volunteer, please click here.

For more information about the event, please reach out to the Center for Educational Outreach at mindtrekkers@mtu.edu.

Join the Women’s Leadership Council in MUB Ballroom A at our annual yoga night on Wednesday, December 7th. It is free, so come and destress before finals with us! Make sure to bring a towel or yoga mat to practice on and water. Please register at this link so we know how many people are joining us!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe_j7kmpWE01UKb1EYZlRIzzVhGQFdj4L100SGi9t0amdOvfg/viewform?usp=sf_link

Each summer for over 50 years Michigan Tech Summer Youth Programs (SYP) has welcomed over a thousand youths from grades 6-11 to campus from across the country and around the world. We need your help to ensure they experience the Michigan Tech community we all know and love.

SYP students come for week-long, hands-on, experiential learning in one (or more) of our 50+ week-long explorations in STEM, Humanities, and Law. During their time at SYP, students gain confidence in their ability to be successful in college as they experience residential life, responsibility in arriving to class on time, and exploring the beauty of the Keweenaw Peninsula. 

We’re looking for passionate individuals who enjoy working with youth and want to inspire the next generation of doers and makers. Each year we hire 50+ undergraduate and graduate students for a variety of rewarding experiences enabling them to build their capacity in leadership, communication, and critical interpersonal skills. 

If you or someone you know are interested in learning more about being a member of the SYP team, we encourage you to attend our hiring sessions or email us at outreach@mtu.edu. 

Hiring Information Session Dates:

• Wednesday, Nov. 16 – 6pm-7pm | MUB Alumni Lounge A
• Tuesday, Nov. 29 – 2pm-3pm | MUB Alumni Lounge A
• Wednesday, Nov. 30 – 7pm-8pm | Wadsworth Hall Cherry Room

Hello Students! 

It is that time of the year again! As you head home for Thanksgiving break, take 30-minutes to renew your FAFSA for the 2023-24 academic year. 

Filing your FAFSA will allow you to be considered for federal, state, and university grants & scholarships, loans, and work-study positions. 
You can file your FAFSA online at studentaid.gov.

To file your FAFSA, you and your parent/guardian will need your FSA ID, 2021 tax information, and assets at the time of FAFSA filing. Michigan Tech’s federal school code is 002292.

Financial Aid is happy to help with any questions that you may have.  Contact us by phone at 906-487-2622 or by email at finaid@mtu.edu.

The LeaderShape Institute is back for its 27th year at Michigan Tech and YOU could join the community of over 1,000 alumni who have participated in this life-changing leadership retreat!

Applications are open now for the four-day Institute which will be held January 4th-7th at the Ford Center in Alberta, MI. Not a typical leadership retreat, the Institute is grounded in helping individuals identify the values they hold that lead to making a difference in the communities around them. By leading with passion, integrity, and a healthy disregard for the impossible, participants explore who they are and the impact that they want to have on communities working towards a more caring, just, and equitable society.

Sixty students will be selected to participate in this year’s Institute. Apply by November 14th to be considered. More information, including the application link, can be found on the Student Leadership and Involvement website.

Community Development – Chillos Valley, Ecuador

In collaboration with the Manna Project International, this year’s international alternative spring break trip will work with community organizers in a focus area selected by the group.

All programs seek to “create communities of young leaders that help break the cycle of poverty in underserved communities around the world.” Our group will be able to select a focus area that aligns with our group’s interests. Focus area options include education, health, sports and recreation, business, agriculture, and the environment.

This trip will depart on Saturday, March 4, 2023, and fly to our destination for a Sunday arrival. Both lodging and food will be provided by our host organization. Cultural immersion experiences, educational opportunities, and group reflection will be incorporated throughout the week. The group will depart from Ecuador on Saturday, March 11th, and return to campus the following day.

This trip can accommodate up to eleven students. Due to support from the Student Activity Fee, this trip will only cost $825 per student which includes food, travel, accommodations, and program materials. Any individual expenses related to passports or other travel necessities will be the responsibility of the student.

Are you interested but have more questions? Join SLI and representatives from the Manna Project to learn more at our Information Session on Tuesday, November 15th at 4 PM on Zoom.

Indigenous Sovereignty and Horticulture – White Mountain Apache Reservation, AZ

In collaboration with the Highland Support Project and Partners in Service, this year’s domestic alternative spring break trip will travel to Pinetop-Lakeside, AZ to work with the Apache Nation. Their programs are primarily based on struggles for food, water, and housing sovereignty. Our group will specifically assist with agricultural projects pertaining to the tribe’s horticulture and produce enterprise, Ndee Bikiyaa, including the planning and building of infrastructures such as raised garden beds and cisterns.

This trip will depart on Friday, March 3, 2023, in a Michigan Tech 15-passenger van. Participants will stay in an Airbnb Cabin near the volunteer site. Most meals will be prepared and provided by the group itself. Cultural immersion experiences, educational opportunities, and group reflection will be incorporated throughout the week. The group will depart from Arizona on Saturday, March 11th, and return to campus the following day.

This trip can accommodate up to nine students. Due to support from the Student Activity Fee, this trip will only cost $350 per student which includes all food, travel, accommodations, and program materials.

Are you interested but have more questions? Join SLI and reps from the Highland Project for an Information Session on Tuesday, November 15th at 6 PM on Zoom.

Thinking about participating in Design Expo? Make life for future-you easier by ensuring that all of the data, documentation, pictures, video clips, and more that you need to make a stellar Design Expo presentation are at your fingertips this spring. We’ll share tips, tricks, and tools that you can leverage to collect and organize materials as your project is in progress.

Date: Wednesday, November 9, 2022
Time: 2:00pm – 3:00 pm
Location: Library 244

Registration link: https://mtu.libcal.com/event/9850433

There is a new simple way to get “the Dean” out to your event – hat and all! If you are interested in having Dr. Southerland participate in your club sports practice, attend your hall tradition, or speak at an event, let us know by completing this simple form. Let’s HuskyUP and make it happen!

Dr. Southerland (a/k/a “Dean of Huskies”) is committed to meeting with as many Huskies and attending as many events as possible! Requests will be considered in the order in which they are received. Because of his demanding schedule, Dr. S. may not be able to attend every event; however, we will try to accommodate as many requests as possible. In consideration of Dr. S.’s time and the desire of other groups to host him at events, please limit your group’s requests to once a semester and to using only this form instead of his @mtudeanofhuskies Instagram.

Ideally, requests should be submitted at least four weeks in advance.

Recognizing the need for a space on campus for Indigenous Peoples and allies from all walks of life to come together in solidarity, AISES would love to relaunch the American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) chapter here at Michigan Tech. AISES is a national, non-profit organization which nurtures the building of community by bridging science and technology with traditional Native values. Through its educational programs, AISES provides opportunities for Indigenous Peoples and allies to pursue studies in science, engineering, business, and other academic arenas. AISES provides professional development training so that our student leaders become technologically-informed within Indigenous spaces. Won’t you be the catalyst for the advancement of Indigenous Peoples with us? 

When: Wednesday, November 9^th, 2022 from 5:30-7:00 PM 

Where: Fisher 326

Register: QR code on our flyer to get free pizza and stay in the loop!

Join us for a panel discussion celebrating entrepreneurship with 3 female entrepreneurs who have made a difference in their communities on November 10th, from 4:00 – 5:30 over Zoom.  They will share about their businesses, what inspired them to start their journey, what they’ve learned, and advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.
 
April Clarke – Co-Founder and Co-owner, Xpress NEMT, Inc.
With a background in brand & product strategy, her talk will focus on recognizing opportunities for impact in your community, taking that first step, how passion and personal commitment to customers, and the right mindset can lead to success in your endeavor. 
 
Briana Tucker – Co-Founder and Co-Owner of Refill U.P., the Upper Peninsula’s first low waste refillery
Refill U.P. started as a New Year resolution and a personal desire to have sustainable, safe products for her home and family. Within a year, she scaled from two area Farmer Markets to a Brick and Mortar location in Hancock, MI.  As a business, they focus on small, individual actions that lead to a more thoughtful and responsible community and world. 
 
Angela Price – Co-founder of Unite Mental Health & Wellness
Self-employed accounting and business consultant with 18 years of experience helping business to grow and thrive. Angela formed her nonprofit with a mission to unite individuals in rural communities with quality mental health care while also supporting the professionals who provide it.

Register Here!

Thinking about participating in Design Expo? Make life for future-you easier by ensuring that all of the data, documentation, pictures, video clips, and more that you need to make a stellar Design Expo presentation are at your fingertips this spring. We’ll share tips, tricks, and tools that you can leverage to collect and organize materials as your project is in progress.

The workshop will be held this Wednesday, Nov. 9 at 2 pm in Library 244. Keep an eye out for more workshops geared towards students participating in Design Expo and working on term projects in the spring semester.

Please register so we don’t order too much, or worse, too little pizza!   

The job market is a very important place to be prepared for well ahead of time. It is a time of expectation even when one’s resume has been submitted. Often, it is a time of the unknowns. The question is what should one expect during this period? The African Students Organization is organizing a panel of three speakers from diverse industries to help provide some real-life answers to these questions based on personal experiences as job seekers and recruiters. Whether you intend to seek a job now or later, or you’ll prefer to be a job recruiter yourself; you don’t want to miss this.

Date: Friday, November 11, 2022

Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm

Location: Fisher 131

Join Phi Delta Chi this Monday, November 14th at 8 pm at the Phi Delta Chi house (601 Agate St, Houghton) for some breakfast for dinner!! Dressing comfy is HIGHLY encouraged, all women and nonbinary people are welcome!!

Rides will meet in Wads by the front desk at 7:45 p.m.!

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

Join us for Casino Night!! There will be all sorts of card games from Blackjack to Texas Hold’em to classics like roulette. Cash in for chances to win all sorts of prizes! Games will occur from 6 to 8pm, and drawings will start at 8. We hope to see you there!

Date: 11/12/2022

Time: 6-9 pm

Place: MUB Ballroom

Join us at lunchtime for some free live music! This semester’s Live @ Lunch will be featuring Jackie Verna, a country singer in West Chester, PA. The Zoca Modern Mexican Cuisine bar will be having a Taco Tuesday deal in honor of the event! For just $5.95, you could purchase (2) tacos, loaded nachos, or a burrito with a fountain beverage.

Date: 11/15/2022

Time: 12-1 pm

Place: MUB Commons

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

November is National Writing Month (NaNoWriMo)! Join the Portage Lake District Library and the Van Pelt and Opie Library all month on Wednesdays from 5-7:30 p.m. in PLDL’s cozy Michigan Room for dedicated writing space, warm beverages, and snacks. Take your mind off of school or work as you participate in this global program that celebrates creative writing!

For inspiration, to officially register and for more information on NaNoWriMo, check out the NaNoWriMo website.

Registration is now open for “Business Model Bootcamp”, a virtual workshop that introduces the fundamentals of a business model.  Please share information about this workshop with future Bob Mark Business Model Pitch Contestants and entrepreneurial-minded students who may be interested.  This workshop includes important content for anyone who wants to compete at the Bob Mark Business Model Pitch Competition.  We will meet on 11/14 from 4 – 6:00 pm on Zoom.

Register Now!

Come to our general meeting on Monday, November 14, 2022, at 7:00 pm in Fisher 133.

You will get to meet our first-year scholarship winners and find out about upcoming scholarships. All majors are welcome!

The LeaderShape Institute is back for its 27th year at Michigan Tech and YOU could join the community of over 1,000 alumni who have participated in this life-changing leadership retreat!

Applications are open now for the four-day Institute which will be held January 4th-7th at the Ford Center in Alberta, MI. Not a typical leadership retreat, the Institute is grounded in helping individuals identify the values they hold that lead to making a difference in the communities around them. Through self-assessment, intensive small group discussions, team-building challenges, and more, participants will develop a vision for something they care about. 

By leading with passion, integrity, and a healthy disregard for the impossible, participants explore who they are and the impact that they want to have on communities working towards a more caring, just, and equitable society.

Sixty students will be selected to participate in this year’s Institute. Apply by November 13th to be considered. More information, including the application link, can be found on the Student Leadership and Involvement website.

Applications Open!

Apply to live at the Sustainability Demonstration House! The deadline to apply is Monday, November 7th at noon. A QR code to the application is included in the attached flyer. Please email your applications to sdh@mtu.edu. We encourage you to apply and share this application with anyone who is interested.

Open House

If you would like to learn more, we will be hosting an open house on Friday, November 4th from 6-8 pm. Come see our bee hive, composting systems, hydroponics, aquaponics, solar panels, zero-waste lifestyle, and much more. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, feel free to reach out to us at sdh@mtu.edu. 

Taste of Fall

“Only $10 gets me a four-course meal??? Tell me more!”

That’s right! Salad, two entrees, and dessert, each served with a splash of the orchard. Come celebrate the end of the fall season before it’s gone for good!

Follow this link to see the full menu (with pairings) and get your tickets before we’re sold out!

You must be 21 to purchase a ticket and attend the event. 

Casino Night

Join us for Casino Night!! There will be all sorts of card games from Blackjack to Texas Hold’em to classics like roulette. Cash in for chances to win all sorts of prizes! Games will occur from 6 to 8pm, and drawings will start at 8. We hope to see you there!

Date: 11/12/2022

Time: 6-9 pm

Place: MUB Ballroom

Jackie Verna Live Music

Join us at lunchtime for some free live music! This semester’s Live @ Lunch will be featuring Jackie Verna, a country singer, in West Chester, PA. The Zoca Modern Mexican Cuisine bar will be having a Taco Tuesday deal in honor of the event! For just $5.95, you could purchase (2) tacos, loaded nachos, or a burrito with a fountain beverage.

Date: 11/15/2022

Time: 12-1 pm

Place: MUB Commons

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

Join us for a panel discussion celebrating entrepreneurship with 3 female entrepreneurs who have made a difference in their communities on November 10th, from 4:00 – 5:30 over Zoom.  They will share about their businesses, what inspired them to start their journey, what they’ve learned, and advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.

Register Here!

April Clarke – Co-Founder and Co-owner, Xpress NEMT, Inc.
With a background in brand & product strategy, her talk will focus on recognizing opportunities for impact in your community, taking that first step, and how passion and personal commitment to customers and the right mindset can led to success in your endeavor. 

Briana Tucker – Co-Founder and Co-Owner of Refill U.P., the Upper Peninsula’s first low waste refillery

Refill U.P. started as a New Year resolution and a personal desire to have sustainable, safe products for her home and family. Within a year, she scaled from two area Farmer Markets to a Brick and Mortar location in Hancock, MI.  As a business, they focus on small, individual actions that lead to a more thoughtful and responsible community and world.

Angela Price – Co-founder unite Mental Health & Wellness

Self-employed accounting and business consultant with 18 years of experience helping business to grow and thrive. Angela formed her nonprofit with a mission is to unite individuals in rural communities with quality mental health care while also supporting the professionals who provide it.

Just Dance Rush with Phi Delta Chi

Join Phi Delta Chi this Thursday, November 3rd at 8 pm in the DHH ballroom to play Just Dance! Make sure you bring your phone, all women and nonbinary people are welcome!!

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

Board and Card Games Rush with Phi Delta Chi

Join Phi Delta Chi this Monday, November 7th at 7 p.m. in the WADS Cherry Room to play some board and card games, all women and nonbinary people are welcome!!

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

Women in Physics in collaboration with the physics department are hosting a seminar by Dr. Yoke Khin Yap titled “Fundamentals of Journal Paper Writing and the Implication for Proposal and Report Development“. We welcome anyone who needs tips for academic writing.

The event is on November 3 from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm EST in Fisher hall 139. Light refreshments will be provided.

Thinking about participating in Design Expo? Make life for future-you easier by ensuring that all of the data, documentation, pictures, video clips, and more that you need to make a stellar Design Expo presentation are at your fingertips this spring. We’ll share tips, tricks, and tools that you can leverage to collect and organize materials as your project is in progress.

Date: Wednesday, November 9, 2022
Time: 2:00pm – 3:00 pm
Location: Library 244

Registration link: https://mtu.libcal.com/event/9850433

Beta Sigma Theta is hosting their 2nd Annual Protect Your Pumpkin Carving. Prices are dependent on pumpkin supplies and carving tools/paint will be provided. All proceeds go towards mental health facilities! 

This year the event will have two locations:

MUB Alumni Lounge C from 3-6 PM

1210 College Ave from 8-10 PM.

We hope to see you there and join in on the fun Halloween festivities!

Come join the African Students Organization for the first-of-its-kind evening of great African music and taste.

Rhythm Afrikana will take place on Friday, October 28th from 7pm to 10pm in the MUB Commons.

There will be African food available for sale.

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. There are still a few spots available in the upcoming Michigan Concealed Pistol License Courses on October 29 and November 5! Sign up today!

Winter Carnival 2023 Stage Review Application

Winter Carnival 2023: Tasty Foods for Wintry Moods is coming! Stage Review is a great way to be involved in the festivities! 

Applications will be accepted starting on October 21, 2022, at 9:00 AM and are DUE by Friday, November 18, 2022, at 5:00 PM. A $20 sponsorship fee, in check form only, MUST be turned in to the Blue Key Office by November 18, 2022, before 5:00 PM. Please make checks payable to “Blue Key” and clearly write the organization’s name on the subject line.

You must send at least one representative to the audition meeting/drawing, which will be at 8 PM on Thursday, December 1, 2022, in Fisher 130. Groups with duplicate themes will be informed at this event or prior. This event will be used to answer questions and draw audition times.

Winter Carnival 2023 Royalty Coronation Applications

We are excited to have you apply for candidacy for the 2023 Winter Carnival Royalty Competition! Before applying please be aware of some of your duties and time commitments as a candidate.

Preliminary interviews will be held on Saturday, December 3rd in MUB Ballroom B. If you are not selected by the judges to be a finalist, your responsibilities will end at this time.

If you are selected as a finalist, you will have the opportunity to meet and work with many new people. There is a sizable time commitment to be met with this position, especially during the month of January. The entire process involves interviews, luncheons, rehearsals, and Carnival Week appearances. The finalists meeting on Thursday, December 8th at 7pm, will more fully explain the duties and time commitments of the finalists.

You will be notified the week before Thanksgiving Break of your interview time and location. We hope that you will consider it an honor to be applying as a candidate for the 2023 Winter Carnival Royalty Competition. We look forward to working with you!

The application will close at 5 pm on November 4th.

Commit to be HuskiesFit this Fall with the HuskiesFit Ultimate Punch Card and gain a variety of group fitness classes to choose from! The Fall class schedule begins today, October 20!

The HuskiesFit Ultimate Punch Card is good for one year from the date of purchase, comes in 8- or 16-punch options, AND allows you to attend a great selection of classes that are open to anyone 16 years of age or older. Class day passes are also available for $10.

We’re excited to announce that SDC access holders (minimum one-month) may now attend HuskiesFit group fitness classes for FREE as a new benefit of membership! Just present your access ID for entry to class.

HuskiesFit rowing classes begin next week as well! Sign up today for Get Your Erg On! Join members of the MTU Rowing Club as they guide you through basic rowing techniques. OR sign up for The Erginator and hone your rowing skills! Both Get Your Erg On! and The Erginator are session-based classes and are not included in the HuskiesFit Ultimate Punch Card (and not free for SDC access holders).

Visit HuskiesFit Programs for more information. Commit to be HuskiesFit today!

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 fall 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: October 26th, November 30th

7:30pm-9:30pm MTU Students Only

5pm-7pm SDC Access Pass Holders Only (minimum 1-month Access)

Saturday Splash!: December 10th 12pm-4pm SDC Access Pass Holders (minimum 1-month) & MTU Students Only

Join the Society of Medical Laboratory Scientists to celebrate Halloween by donating blood at our UP Regional Blood Drive! The Blood Drive will be on Friday, October 28th from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm in the DHH Ballroom. Schedule your appointment to donate here or by using the QR code. If the best time for you is already filled, walk-ins are also welcome!

3MT Competition

Participating in the 3MT can be a way for you to develop important communication and research skills, and to participate in the building of research culture at Michigan Tech. Cash prizes are also available to the top competitors and the people’s choice. In addition, the winners of the local 3MT competition are given a chance to represent Michigan Tech at the next level of competition, and potentially even national and international 3MT competitions, which provides an excellent networking and professional development opportunity.

Cash Prizes:

1st place: $300 l 2nd place: $150 l People’s Choice: $100

Conflict Resolution Workshop

Do you ever wish you knew how to handle different types of conflict better? Are you interested in learning new strategies?

Join GSG and Rob Bishop, Director of Academic Conduct in an interactive workshop where you will learn conflict resolution strategies and who to talk to for help, and how to engage in restorative dialogues to resolve interpersonal conflicts.

Light refreshments will be provided!

Session 2 registration for Adult and Huskies Tennis Lessons is underway!

For ages 17 and up, Gates Tennis Center offers lessons for adults looking to improve their tennis games with beginner or intermediate classes. Each class will include technique and games to develop skills that will improve their hitting session and match play on their own!

Sign up at https://michigantechrecreation.com/amenities/tennis-center/adult-lessons/index

Barbell Club is hosting High-Performance Nutrition for College Students. The speaker will be Jamie Phillips. Jamie will be discussing the science and application of eating for health, performance, and body composition during college. Guests will learn basic nutrition principles and advanced strategies to help them succeed in any discipline.

Date: Thursday, October 27th

Time: 7:30 pm

Location: Fisher 138

Summoning Spirits!

Join us in the MUB Ballroom for a seance-meets-magic show that is written and performed by top college touring act Andrew Silver! Summoning Spirits brings to life old legends and haunted stories live on stage, for your delight…and fright. We hope to see you there on Friday at 10pm!

Have you ever wanted an opportunity to express your creativity? Well here is the perfect way for you to do that! We are the marketing team behind MUB Board’s events and we want to invite you to come hang out with us! We meet every Monday at 5pm in MUB 106. Our committee focuses on utilizing marketing strategies to promote the events happening on campus. We create posters, table tents, social media posts, and many more marketing materials.

The best part? No prior experience is required! You can come and learn how to use Adobe Creative Suite, perform data analytics, utilize Canva, and more! If you are already familiar with any of the above software, that’s even better!

Come hang out with our fun crew of students developing creative marketing materials!

Women in Physics is hosting our annual Physics Bowl on October 28th and we were hoping that it could be included in the Student Scoop. The questions will cover basic under-grad physics questions and require teams of two or more.

It is Halloween-themed.  Participants are encouraged to wear their favorite costume. We will be giving out candy and the winner gets physics-themed giveaways. 

Event Details:Location: Fisher 133Time: 6:00 pm to 7:30 pmDate: October 28 (Friday)

Spread the word, with your students, colleagues, friends, and family. And don’t forget to EAT SOME BRAINS. YOU MIGHT NEED IT.

IRHC Housing Town Hall

When: October 27th from 7pm to 8pm

Where:  https://michigantech.zoom.us/j/82433961039

Inter-Residence Hall Council (IRHC) is hosting a virtual town hall for Residence Education and Housing to share some updates on the upcoming dorm hall to be built. Additionally, Housing would also like to engage with students and get feedback on the new hall being built.

Those who attend will be entered into a raffle to win gift cards!

For more information, reach out to irhc@mtu.edu

Safehouse

When: October 29th from 1pm to 4pm

Where: Walker Lawn

Inter-Residence Hall Council (IRHC) is hosting its annual SafeHouse, inviting kids in the community for a day of thrills, tricks, and treats! Various events will be put on throughout the dorm halls: “Haunted Hallway” in Wadsworth Hall, Bonfire & Smores with Hillside Place, Underwater Waterland in Douglas Houghton Hall, & fun activities in West McNair. They’ll even be Broomball, Hot Cocoa, & more!

Looking to get involved? Sign up to be a volunteer to ensure a fun day for community members through Givepulse

P.S. Just like trick-or-treating, costumes are more than welcome!
For more information, reach out to irhc@mtu.edu

DEA Drug Takeback

This Saturday Michigan Tech’s Department of Public Safety and Police Services will be participating in a National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Stop by the Public Safety department (206 MacInnes Drive) to drop off any unused or unwanted prescription drugs!

Check In With Yourself

How are you doing? Like for real, how are you doing? The Center for Student Mental Health and Well-being will be holding the Check In With Yourself event on Thursday, October 27th from 10 AM to 2 PM.    

Where: The Rock Dog (1st Floor Library Exhibit Space in the case of rain)

American Ballet Theatre Studio Company || Oct 27 & 28 | 7:30 p.m. | Rozsa

Presented by the Rozsa

The American Ballet Studio Company will perform a variety of dances showing the versatility and astonishing power and range of the evolving world of ballet.

Learn More

Arabesque Artist Reception || Oct 28 | 5-7 p.m. | Rozsa Galleries A-Space

Presented by Rozsa Galleries

Enjoy refreshments. Meet artists Tomas Co and Clement Yeh for the Arabesque artist reception in advance of the Rozsa’s presentation of American Ballet Theatre Studio Company. See spectacular art.

Learn More

The Rocky Horror Picture Show || Oct 29 | Rozsa Galleries A-Space

Presented by the Rozsa

Keweenaw Young Professional’s Pre-show Party 10 p.m.

Film starts at 11 p.m.

Let’s do the time warp again! Audience participation and costumed debauchery are strictly encouraged for the annual screening of our favorite cult classic.

Learn More

41 North Film Festival || Nov 3-6 | Rozsa

The 41 North Film Festival showcases recent independent films and filmmakers from around the region, country, and world.

Learn More

Have you ever been in a situation — in a job interview, meeting, or even a social situation — where you had to talk about your achievements? It’s not easy, is it? Many of us struggle when it comes to talking about our own accomplishments. Cultural and gender modesty norms as well as impostor syndrome can prevent anyone from acknowledging their remarkable attributes and expressing their achievements.

#IamRemarkable is a Google initiative empowering women and other underrepresented groups to celebrate their achievements in the workplace and beyond. The program has two goals:

1. Improve the self-promotion motivation and skills of women and underrepresented groups
2. Challenge the social perception around self-promotion

Trained facilitators Liz Fujita and Gretchen Hein will lead this impactful workshop for a small group of students on Tuesday, October 25th at 6 PM in the MUB Superior Room. Participants are encouraged to register in advance on Involvement Link as space is limited.

The LeaderShape Institute is back for its 27th year at Michigan Tech and YOU could join the community of over 1,000 alumni who have participated in this life-changing leadership retreat!

Applications are open now for the four-day Institute which will be held January 4th-7th at the Ford Center in Alberta, MI. Not a typical leadership retreat, the Institute is grounded in helping individuals identify the values they hold that lead to making a difference in the communities around them. Through self-assessment, intensive small group discussions, team-building challenges, and more, participants will develop a vision for something they care about. 

By leading with passion, integrity, and a healthy disregard for the impossible, participants explore who they are and the impact that they want to have on communities working towards a more caring, just, and equitable society.

Sixty students will be selected to participate in this year’s Institute. Apply by November 13th to be considered. More information, including the application link, can be found on the Student Leadership and Involvement website.

Come join Students for Sustainability at our Fall Craft Night! We will be making glass jar lanterns and upcycled planters out of tin cans.  Please use the QR Code to let us know if you are coming. Bring any of your own craft materials and a good crafting spirit! 

Do you like to garden, forage for mushrooms, grow herbs on your patio, visit the farmers markets, or preserve foods? Are you a farmer, angler, hunter, or local foods advocate?

If so, we invite you to share your experiences and knowledge in a community photo project sharing stories about local foods in our area. Sign-up is open! We live in an area with a vibrant culture of hunting, foraging, fishing, gathering, and growing a diversity of foods. This project will celebrate these while informing next steps in new food systems initiatives, such as a pilot farm-to-school program. 

Participants will take part in several small-group meetings in Houghton/Hancock throughout Fall 2022 to share their local food photos and stories, with opportunities to share these in a collective program or exhibit if participants choose. No previous photography or writing experience is necessary.

This research project is part of a larger initiative led by Western UP Food Systems Collaborative partners and funded by the Michigan Health Endowment Fund.

This community research project is open to adults in the Copper Country area who are 18 years and older and who speak English. There is no cost to participate. To learn more, please contact Dr. Angie Carter, ancarter@mtu.edu, 906-487-1431 or email our team at WUPlocalfoodstories@gmail.com.

The Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers is having a dance to celebrate the end of Hispanic Heritage Month. The event is open to everyone in the Michigan Tech Community and will be held this Saturday, October 22nd, in Wadsworth G42W from 8-11pm. Everyone is welcome to join us for a night full of dancing and food

Women in Physics is hosting our annual Physics Bowl on October 28th! The questions will cover basic physics questions and require teams of two or more.

It will be from 6pm to 7:30 pm in Fisher 133 and is Halloween-themed. Participants are encouraged to wear their favorite costumes. We will be giving out candy.

Interested in participating in Sustainability activities on campus and throughout your community?

Sustainability month offers a variety of fun opportunities! From craft nights, award-winning documentary viewings, community tree identification, and more! Follow us on Instagram @sustainablemtu for individual event details.

The Swing Club at MTU and the Black Students Association will be hosting an entertaining and educational showing of the 1939 film “Keep Punching” which famously features an extended swing dance number choreographed and danced by Frankie Manning, the Ambassador of Lindy Hop.

The showing will be Sunday, October 23rd at 5pm in the DHH Ballroom. Snacks will be provided.

Join us for a Halloween classic! Just show up and carve a pumpkin while eating some cinnamon donuts. Pumpkins and supplies will all be provided while supplies last, we hope to see you there!

Date: 10/20/2022

Time: 6 pm – 8 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!

Mindful Yoga

Fresh Coast Yoga is visiting campus this week to provide students with a FREE hour of mindful yoga on Thursday, October 20th from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM. The class will be held in the WADS Annex G11W. Mats and equipment are provided. Participation will be available on a first-come-first-serve basis. 

Flu Shot Clinics

MTU is offering ongoing flu shot clinics during the month of October in partnership with UP Health Systems. The last clinic is scheduled for October 25th, from 11 AM – 2 PM. Flu shots are FREE to students provided that a student’s insurance covers the cost of the shot. Otherwise, flu shots are $40 per student, payable by cash, check, or credit card. There is no need to make an appointment as all clinics are walk-in friendly.

Please take a look at our events webpage for more information regarding how to prepare for your clinic experience. 

Let’s Talk and Color

Are you wondering if counseling services are right for you? Perhaps you are feeling extra stressed because of school, or maybe you are concerned about a friend. The CSMHW is hosting Let’s Talk and Color, an informal setting where students can color, distress, and talk to one of our licensed clinicians about the services that our center offers. Students can visit the CDI on October 27th from 1 PM to 3 PM to participate!

For more information please visit our Let’s Talk webpage or contact Sarah Woodruff, CRC, LPC at smwoodru@mtu.edu.

Diwali Night is one of the mega events hosted by ISA, and it is widely acclaimed around Michigan Tech and the Houghton area in general. We would like you to be a part of this event, to celebrate and enjoy our most well-known festival. We will be having delicious Indian cuisine at MUB Commons and MUB Ballroom at 5 PM. We will also have a Cultural Show in Rozsa Center at 7 PM.

Event: ISA Diwali Night 2022

Date: October 23, 2022

Time: 5:00 – 6:45 PM ET (Dinner) and 7:00 – 9:00 PM ET (Cultural performances)

Location: MUB commons and MUB Ballroom (Dinner) and Rozsa Center (Performances), Michigan Technological University

We proudly invite you to join us and enjoy a grand Dinner Buffet at MUB and a complete stage show with engaging performances such as Dance, Music, and more.
Ticketing Link: https://mtu.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?id=4988

R.U.R. || Oct 20-22 | 7:30 p.m. | McArdle Theatre

by Karel Čapek | Adapted for Audio Drama by Lee Eric Shackleford

Presented by Michigan Tech Sound, Michigan Tech Music, and Robot101

R.U.R. (which stands for Rossum’s Universal Robots) imagines a dystopian world where synthetic humanoid beings do virtually all work humans used to do.

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Backstage Jazz || Oct 21 & 22 | 7:30 p.m. | Rozsa Backstage

Presented by Michigan Tech Music

Friday: R&D Jazz Band, Video Game Music Jazz Ensemble, and Workshop Brass Band
Saturday: Jazz Lab Band

This superb concert recreates the feeling of a jazz club with you on stage with the musicians. The concert, emceed by Director of Jazz Studies Adam Meckler, will be performed by Michigan Tech Jazz Ensembles.
Learn More

American Ballet Theatre Studio Company || Oct 27 & 28 | 7:30 p.m. | Rozsa

Presented by the Rozsa

The American Ballet Studio Company will perform a variety of dances showing the versatility and astonishing power and range of the evolving world of ballet.

Learn More

Arabesque Artist Reception || Oct 28 | 5-7 p.m. | Rozsa Galleries A-Space

Presented by Rozsa Galleries

Enjoy refreshments. Meet artists Tomas Co and Clement Yeh for the Arabesque artist reception in advance of the Rozsa’s presentation of American Ballet Theatre Studio Company. See spectacular art.

Learn More

The Rocky Horror Picture Show || Oct 29 | Rozsa Galleries A-Space

Presented by the Rozsa

Keweenaw Young Professional’s Pre-show Party 10 p.m.

Film starts at 11 p.m.

Let’s do the time warp again! Audience participation and costumed debauchery are strictly encouraged for the annual screening of our favorite cult classic.

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41 North Film Festival || Nov 3-6 | Rozsa

The 41 North Film Festival showcases recent independent films and filmmakers from around the region, country, and world.

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