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MUB Board Info Session

Have a cool event idea? Want to make it happen on campus FREE for students? Come to our info session and learn more about MUB Board, Michigan Tech’s event planning committee that plans iconic events like Stuff-a-Husky, Casino Night, and more! We have 5 subcommittees that work on everything from craft events to graphic design and marketing!
Hot cocoa will also be provided in this chill Q&A with MUB Board members.

Recess Revival! The Ultimate Gym Class Throwback

Join us in the SDC Multipurpose room for all your favorite elementary school games! We will have four-square, scooters, scoop ball, jump ropes, and even some newer games like spikeball. There will be giveaways, prizes, and even capri suns because who doesn’t have some Capri sun nostalgia! Come make some new friends Saturday the 19th!

Crunch Time Cereal Bar

It’s that time of the year! It’s time to finish the semester strong with CRUNCH TIME CEREAL BAR! On Tuesday, April 22nd MUB Board will be hosting a cereal bar for huskies hard at work in the library where they can fuel up on various cereals with their choice of milks. We know you’ve been working hard, so you’ve earned it. Hope to see you there!

Join us tomorrow, April 10 at 9 am at Hammar House for Donuts and Dialogue with Student Support and Mentorship Staff. Donuts are first come first serve. Contact Kaylam@mtu.edu if you have any questions about the event.

Make a splash with our inflatable pool obstacle course called the WIBIT! You can test your individual skills on the course or challenge a friend to a race across the obstacles. Our last session is Wednesday, April 9th, from 5:00-8:00pm.

REGISTER HERE

The course is set up in the deep water and requires users to be able to pass our swim test. A full list of WIBIT rules and swim test options as well as featured obstacle combinations can be found on the WIBIT page on our website. All WIBIT rules can be found here.

The event is open to current MTU Students and SDC Access Pass Holders (minimum 1-month). Student/Access Pass ID required upon entry (no pre-registration required).

Not a current student or SDC Access Pass Holder? Purchase a WIBIT Wednesday Pass. Capacity is limited. Receipt is required upon entry. Completion of a waiver and concussion awareness form is also required. No SDC day passes or action passes will be accepted for admission.

Featured pieces include:
The Step — This piece allows users to climb up onto the course.
The Cliff — Users must navigate either side of a slope using the handles and their balancing skills.
The Bridge — Users must navigate up and over an arched structure without falling through.
The Slope — Users must climb up a six-foot wall that leads to a slide into the pool water below!
The Base – Users must make their way across a horizontal surface. Be careful how fast you move as it can get slippery!
V-Connect – Users must use limited footing space to navigate across the horizontal structure.

See you at the pool!

Need guidance on a mental health concern? Visit Let’s Talk, where you can meet with a Michigan Tech counselor in a relaxed setting. This free program is designed for students seeking advice, support, or information about helpful resources.

Final exams got you feeling overwhelmed? Take a study break at Cookies and Coloring! Soothe your stress with cookies and let the colors melt your worries away. Perfect for a little self-care during finals week!

The Office of Alumni Engagement is hosting a brief New Alumni Welcome immediately before both the Graduate and Undergraduate commencement rehearsals on Thursday, April 24 in the SDC Multipurpose Room for our Spring 2025 graduates.

Be sure to arrive at your respective rehearsal a few minutes early to sign the class banner, receive your alumni welcome gift, and enjoy a treat!

Come compete in a Family Feud style competition with Alpha Gamma Delta! Do not need to be in Greek Life to participate. Each team of 5 people costs $25. Winning team is awarded a prize! This event is April 13th 1-4PM in the MUB Ballroom. All proceeds go towards helping the Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation fight hunger.
Sign up here

The Society of Medical Laboratory Scientists (SMLS) is hosting a blood drive on April 11th from 10am-3pm in Wadsworth G17/19W with UP Health System. One person alone can save up to 3 lives in only 1 hour just by donating! All blood stays local, so you’re saving lives directly in the UP. Last semester, we collected 60 bags of blood, which is a lot more than we’ve seen in a long time. Let’s keep this trend going and help out our community!

Before donating, you will complete a mini-physical and donor history questionnaire. If you donated through the American Red Cross in February, you ARE eligible to donate again at our blood drive.

Grab your buddies and see who can donate the quickest. Don’t forget to drink plenty of water and eat a snack beforehand. Appointments are prioritized using the link below, but walk-ins are welcome, too! Please spread the word. Contact Marissa Ritter (mjritter@mtu.edu) with any questions.

Here is the link to sign-up for an appointment

Looking to fill volunteer hours over the summer? The Keweenaw Roller Derby League is looking for volunteers!

We are an established 501(c)(3), flat track derby team based in the Copper Country and are dedicated to promoting local sportsmanship, inclusivity, athleticism, and recreation. Come help us celebrate our 11th season of roller derby by volunteering your time at one or more of our upcoming bouts! We are hosting four bouts this summer season at the historic Calumet Colosseum on May 24th, June 28th, August 2nd, and September 6th.

Volunteer positions include skater check-in, security, ticket, merch, and drink sales. All volunteers will receive a drink voucher and free admission while earning 3-4 volunteer hours at each event. We ask that volunteers arrive at the Calumet Colosseum at 4:30 pm the day of the bout.

Interested in volunteering? Fill out our Volunteer Form here!

Questions? Email us at info@keweenawrollerderby.com

Find more information about the Keweenaw Roller Derby League on our website: https://keweenawrollerderby.com/

Copper Shores Community Health Foundation will be holding a Puppy Parade on April 17th at Quincy Park in Hancock from 4-6pm. The event will be to make a safe and entertaining space for victims of abuse while also bringing together the community. Persons with publication concerns regarding identification via photography at the event are able to attain anti-publication decorations to remove concern about related matters (in regards to victims’ rights)

Feel free to swing by and visit to help cultivate a sense of safety and belonging in the community!

The Creative Writing Club invite you to Poetry Night! Attend to listen or come read your own work or a favorite poem aloud. 5pm on Thursday April 10th in the Writing Center! Creative Writing Club meeting will still take place after the reading.

Please join us in the library on April 9th and 10th for a Bake Sale! Proceeds will go towards non-profits and will also be used to support some MEDLIFE members on their upcoming Service Learning Trip in Peru! Please stop by the booth to support our causes, or to learn more about Greek Life and/or MEDLIFE. Thanks and hope to see you there!

Bring clothes that need repair, and our team will do their best to show you how!

Alley Manager Hiring!

To all interested makers:
It is our beloved Manager Chethan’s last semester. However, this does mean we are looking for a NEW MANAGER! This position is open for anyone to apply, especially those with past experience in any of the makerspaces on campus.

If interested please fill out this google form.

Applications close April 11th, midnight.

Makerspace Hours

Attention Makers!

The Makerspace will be closing until Fall 2025 semester after Thursday 4/17. If you have left a project in the space, please collect it before the closure. Any projects left behind will be taken apart for recycled materials or thrown away.

If you have further questions, you can reach out over the Alley Discord or email the Makerspace at makerspace@mtu.edu.

YCC-UP (Upper Penninsula Younger Chemist Committee) is having a career seminar titled “Navigating Career Transitions and Lessons Learned” and is scheduled for April 14th at 5 pm. Below are the details:

You are invited to a YCC Career Seminar series.

When: Apr 14, 2025 05:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

Register in advance for this meeting

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Hello MTU,

The Market Research team needs your input! We’re conducting a survey to uncover customer insights for tiny homes, helping Brockway Mini Homes, a local Keweenaw business, better understand their target market’s needs.

Your feedback is invaluable – and as a thank you, you’ll be entered for a chance to win a $25 gift card to La Catrina!

Take the survey now and help support Brockway Mini Homes.

The survey will be available until 04/09/2025.

Discover more about Brockway Mini Homes.

Come hang out with the sisters of Alpha Sigma Tau on Saturday, April 12th from 12 to 2 pm! There will be hot dogs and other snacks, bags/cornhole, and house tours!

The Iron Giant

A young boy befriends a giant robot from outer space that a paranoid government agent wants to destroy.

The Iron Giant is rated PG

Friday (4/11) 5:30pm 8:30pm 11:30pm
Saturday (4/12) 5:30pm 8:30pm 11:30pm

Located on Michigan Tech’s campus in Fisher 135. Free admission for tech students and $5 for community members. Concessions are $1.50 card accepted. We hope to see you at the movie this weekend and have a great day.

Join us for the 25th annual Design Expo on Tuesday, April 15, and experience the creativity, collaboration, and real-world problem solving of Michigan Tech students. Over 100 student teams from Enterprise, Senior Design, and Engineering Fundamentals will showcase their work tackling industry, community, and global challenges.

Student Showcase
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Van Pelt Opie Library (First Floor) & Memorial Union Building (Ballroom)

Reception
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Lobby, Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts

Closing Remarks & Awards
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Lobby, Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts

Come explore, ask questions, and be inspired by the next generation of innovators!

Learn more: mtu.edu/expo

The Hijab: Modesty in Style
Curious about the Hijab and what it represents?

Stop by our colorful and diverse Hijab collection and see how you’d look in one! A large mirror will be available so you can try it on and experience it for yourself.

Where: Library Exhibit Space, First Floor
When: 10 am – 3 pm, Monday, April 14th

Come meet representatives from the Muslim Student Association (MSA) and learn about the significance of the Hijab, its role in modesty, identity, and why many Muslim women choose to wear it.

All are welcome!

Temple Jacob invites all interested persons to a presentation by guest speaker Irene Miller, the author of the Historical Memoir ‘Into No Man’s Land’ [https://www.irenemillerspeaker.com/]. She will tell the story of her family’s survival after the escape from Poland ahead of the Nazi invasion. After being deserted in the fields between Nazi and Soviet forces her family struggled to survive in Soviet labor camps and endured separations and eventual reunions. She experienced additional hardships under the Soviets, 8 years in orphanages and eventual freedom in the USA. Ms. Miller is an active member of the Zekelman Holocaust Center in Farmington Hills, MI, and is a Docent at the Detroit Institute of Art.

Stressed about finals and looking for a way to unwind? Stop by Library room 244 on April 13th from 11am-1pm for a free chair massage from the Five Elements Integrative Therapy Academy students!

The sisters of Alpha Sigma Tau and Delta Phi Epsilon are teaming up to put on a three-day bake sale! Come get some delicious treats to help support our chapters and further our missions. We can’t wait to see you there!

Located on the first floor of the Van Pelt and Opie Library. April 16th to 18th, 12pm-3pm each day.

Click Here for More Info on Us

Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street—Thursday-Saturday, April 10-12, 2025

Rozsa Center | 7:30 p.m.

Michigan Tech Theatre Series

Don’t miss the final Michigan Tech Theatre Series performance of this season, Sweeney Todd: the Demon Barber of Fleet Street. This dark, witty and Tony Award-winning tale of love, murder and revenge is set against the backdrop of 19th century London. The musical tells the tale of a barber driven to madness by injustice. It’s filled with unforgettable songs and shocking twists.

Accompanied by the Keweenaw Symphony Orchestra the production features a talented cast of community members and Michigan Tech faculty, staff, and students. Director Nich Radcliffe says, “I think anyone who has seen the show before will have a terrific time with the unique elements in our production. And anyone who hasn’t seen the show before will have a wonderful first experience with this legendary piece from the musical theatre canon.”

Event Details

What: Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street – A Musical Thriller

When: 7:30 p.m. April 10-12, 2025

Where: Rozsa Center

Michigan Tech Students are eligible for FREE Student Rush Tickets, sponsored by Experience Tech Fee. How to reserve your Michigan Tech Student Rush Tickets.

Odyssey: Spring Student Art Showcase—April 11-15, 2025

Rozsa Art Galleries | Artist Reception—Friday, April 11 | 5-7 p.m.

Michigan Tech Art Series

Odyssey offers an artistic journey into the studio practice of Fiber Arts 2170, where students present artworks created during the spring 2025 semester at MTU. Featuring a diverse range of techniques, including crochet, felting, stitching, embroidery, and mixed media, this showcase promises an eclectic experience, inviting viewers to see the world through the unique perspectives of the participating students.

Gallery Director Terri Frew remarks, “It is truly a pleasure to introduce students to the world of fiber arts and craft that I’m personally so passionate about. In a world where discussions of generative AI and the arts are becoming commonplace, there is still room for the techniques developed by our ancient ancestors to produce art that is current and profound.”

This event is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be provided.

Event Details

What: Odyssey: Spring Student Art Showcase and Artist Reception

Exhibition: April 11-15, 2025

Artist Reception: Friday, April 11 | 5-7 p.m.

Where: Rozsa Art Galleries

Have an innovative design or interest in competing? Join a new competition team starting the Fall 25 semester. The H-STEM enterprise wants to compete in the Medtronic/BMES Competiton. We are looking for at least 2 more people, so encourage your friends! All majors are welcome. We would love a BME! This is great hands-on experience, can count toward senior-design credits, and an attractive addition to your resume. You could have the chance to travel to a conference, win a cash prize, and win an engraved trophy. Let us know if you have any questions!

Please reach out to Michalena Hamrick at mbhamric@mtu.edu
Visit our website for more info about H-STEM

Join us Monday, 4/14 as we hear from Ruben Peña, the Director Surface Transportation Integration of ENSCO! Peña, who majored in mechanical engineering, will be joining us in person.

Join us tonight at 6:30 PM in Fisher 328 for our final meeting of the semester. This will be the last time to join us before we kick of the Skison for Fall 25. If you are interested in joining us in the Fall this is the perfect time to learn more now, before the rush after summer.

Our meeting will go over current news, new equipment, upcoming events, elections, and big plans for the 2025 season and we hope you can join us.

We are a recreational and competitive sport student org always looking to get new members on the boat.

Follow us on Instagram @mtu.waterski to stay up to date.

Support the Design Expo!

The Design Expo is an opportunity for Enterprise and Senior Design teams to present their work and compete for awards. We are seeking volunteers for various roles, including event setup, teardown, and on-site support throughout the event.

Various Shifts – Tuesday, April 15th, 2025 from 6:00am to 5:00pm

Get ready for an unforgettable evening as the campus community comes together for the Campus Talent Show, hosted in partnership with Student Leadership and Involvement’s Late Night Program, Delta Zeta, and Sigma Phi Epsilon!

Come cheer on students as they showcase their incredible talents—music, singing, juggling, and more! In addition to enjoying the performances, you’ll have the opportunity to support philanthropic causes, making a difference while having fun.

Don’t miss this chance to celebrate local talent, give back, and enjoy a night of entertainment with friends. See you there!

Date: Friday, April 4
Time: 9 p.m.
Location: McArdle Theater in Walker Building, room 207 (second floor)
Contact for event details or accessibility: Amy Hjerstedt, ahjerste@mtu.edu

Show off your creativity in the Homecoming sock design competition! This year’s theme, “Where the Wild Huskies Are,” will inspire a unique sock for our Food for Sock Swap event.

The winning design will be featured on official Homecoming socks, given in exchange for food donations.

Details:

Theme: Homecoming: Where the Wild Huskies Are

Design: Artwork for a sock

Deadline: May 10, 2025

Prize: Your design printed on official socks

Submit your design and make your mark on Homecoming. Complete the form and upload your artwork to the Google Form.

Reach out to Student Leadership and Involvement with questions: activities@mtu.edu or stop by our office in MUB 112.

April 12, 2025
Join the OAP for our annual auction of used, surplus gear as we prepare to replace it with nice, new equipment!

Time
11:00am – 1:00pm

Location
MacInnes Student Ice Arena Concourse

Auction Guidelines
The Annual OAP Gear Auction will be held on Saturday, April 12th, 11am – 1pm, in the SDC Ice Arena. The Auction is open to everyone and is a silent/blind bid auction. Bidders will complete the provided bid slip for each item that they wish to bid on. The slip is placed into the bid box for the desired item and the highest bid wins.

No pre-registration is needed, however participants will be required to sign in when entering the auction with name, phone, and email.

When signing in you will also sign agreeing to our terms and conditions of the sale, listed below:

All bids are final and bidders are responsible for payment and pickup of items won, BE SURE OF YOUR BID BEFORE YOU WRITE IT DOWN!
All winning bids must be picked up on the day of the auction.
The auction runs from 11a – 1p, calls will be made to winning bidders between 1p – 2p.
– If there is a tie for the winning bid, we will utilize a coin toss in the event of two identical bids, or a random hat draw for more than two identical bids
– All submitted bids are final and items are sold in “as-is condition” with no refunds, exchanges or substitutions allowed.

Winning bidders are required to pick up and pay for their items on Saturday, April 12th between 2pm – 4pm in the same location as the auction. We can accept credit or debit card only. A 2.3% fee and tax is added onto all items in the sale.

We will not be accepting outdoor gear to sell on behalf of public sellers. This auction will only be for Athletics and Recreation Department items.

Equipment that will be available for sale this year will be updated soon!

Game on! Ready for a night of fun and friendly competition? Head over to Board Game Night to play your favorites or discover new games. Don’t miss out on a night packed with good times and new connections!

Final exams got you feeling overwhelmed? Take a study break at Cookies and Coloring! Soothe your stress with cookies and let the colors melt your worries away. Perfect for a little self-care during finals week!

Don’t miss this chance to be part of the Fall 2025 cohort of P.A.W.S.! If you’re passionate about mental health and peer support, this is your opportunity to join a dedicated group of students making a real impact on campus. Know someone who’d be a great fit? Or do you want to nominate yourself? Nominations close April 4th—act fast! Learn more and submit a nomination here

Interested in Mercury Marine? Join ASEM for an information session! All majors are welcome.

If interested, provide information on this form

Houghton Elementary School is now accepting applications for instructor positions with the after-school program. We offer a variety of activities daily for students, such as art and board games, crafts, Legos, Hot Wheels, gym classes, outdoor games, etc. We are seeking individuals who would be interested in leading activities and supervising students. Must be available for the first semester of the 2025/26 school year. Training and orientation available now. Please contact Amy Forsell at aforsell@hpts.us.

Are you passionate about student well-being and looking for a rewarding on-campus job? Health & Well-Being Ambassadors at Michigan Tech play a key role in promoting health and wellness through presentations, programs, and events. As a student employee, you’ll collaborate with a team, develop valuable leadership and communication skills, and make a real impact on campus. If you’re organized, motivated, and eager to support your peers, apply by April 9, 2025, for the 2025-2026 academic year! Learn more and apply here

The Office of Alumni Engagement is hosting a brief New Alumni Welcome immediately before both the Graduate and Undergraduate commencement rehearsals on Thursday, April 24 in the SDC Multipurpose Room for our Spring 2025 graduates.

Be sure to arrive at your respective rehearsal a few minutes early to sign the class banner, receive your alumni welcome gift, and enjoy a treat!

Student Bills will be unavailable from April 2 – April 4. This is in preparation for the Summer term bills.

If you need your Spring term bill printed, you must print this off prior to April 1st in order to print it in the current format. After this time, you will need to print the information from your Account Detail page in Experience.

If you have a Summer term bill, you will receive an email on April 4th, once the bills have been made available. If you are trying to pay your April rent or a previous balance during this time, you can pay via cash or check in-person at the Cashier’s office between 9:00 am – 3:00 pm.

We are in the midst of Greek Week 2025 and it’s looking incredible! Running from March 30th to April 6th, it features a packed schedule of fun activities and competitions:

Tuesday: Foosball Tournament, Human Hungry Hungry Hippos, and Human Pyramid Building
Wednesday: Pool/Billiards Tournament
Thursday: Dizzy Bats and Darts Tournament
Friday: Yard Games (Spikeball and Cornhole) and Guitar Hero Competition
Saturday: Packed with Hay Bale Toss, Golf Accuracy Competition, Cornhole Tournament, Tug-of-War, and Presidents’ Race
Sunday: Spring Cleanup (12-3pm)

What makes Greek Week at Michigan Tech particularly amazing is how it brings together all the fraternities and sororities for a week of friendly competition and community service. It’s a perfect blend of fun activities, team building, and giving back to the local community through both the fundraiser and the concluding cleanup event.

If you’re in Greek Life, feel free to come out and have fun!

Alpha Sigma Tau and Phi Kappa Tau invite you to join us on a 5k run/walk from the Phi Kappa Tau house to the Alpha Sigma Tau house in support of our philanthropies! Registration is $15, with the option to purchase a race shirt for $10. Scan the QR code on the flyer to register, all proceeds go towards Girls on the Run and SeriousFun Network. If 25 or more people register to run/walk, some ASTs will jump in the portage post-race!

Come compete in a Family Feud style competition with Alpha Gamma Delta! Do not need to be in Greek Life to participate. Each team of 5 people costs $25. Winning team is awarded a prize! This event is April 13th 1-4PM in the MUB Ballroom. All proceeds go towards helping the Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation fight hunger.
Sign up here

Come join the German Club at our upcoming meeting! Thomas Werner will be presenting on his experience living in former East Germany. All are welcome to join! We look forward to seeing you.

Location: Fisher 130
Date: Thursday, April 3, 2025
Time: 6pm

If you have any questions, contact the German Club germanclubeboard-I@mtu.edu

The College of Business, the Michigan Tech Finance Club, and the Library are all collaborating to encourage student use of the campus Bloomberg Terminal. By entering into a stock-picking contest students stand to win cash prizes. The first-place winner will receive $500, second place, $300, and third place, $100. An additional $100 prize will be awarded to a randomly selected participant. The competition is open to any student currently enrolled at Michigan Tech.
In order to compete students are asked to make a Bloomberg account on the Michigan Tech Bloomberg Terminal. The Bloomberg Terminal is a financial tool that can be found on the second floor of the library. Terminals like Tech’s give financial data, news, and analytical tools for smarter investment.
For more information or to sign up visit the Newsblog

Come join the Log Rolling Club on Sundays from 6:00 to 7:30 PM in the SDC Lap Pool! Test your balance and endurance while competing against friends in matches. No experience is necessary to attend. Bring swimwear and clean water shoes if you’d like, although the shoes are not required. Free for all Tech students.

International Programs and Services has received nearly 400 photos from students in our annual Study Away Photo Contest, and we’d like your help in choosing a Winner!

We’ve narrowed the field to 30 final photographs which you can view and submit your vote for in this linked Google Form.

This contest highlights the diverse and enriching experiences of your peers during their study away programs, capturing moments of cultural immersion, academic exploration, and personal growth.

Voting will be open through Sunday, April 6th.

We also encourage you to consider participating in future study away programs. Engaging in a study away experience can profoundly impact your academic and personal development. For more information on available programs and application details, please visit the MTU Study Away website.

Thank you for contributing to this celebration of global learning. Your involvement not only supports your peers but also enriches our university’s commitment to fostering international understanding.

Join the Keweenaw Youth for Climate Action for our 4th Annual Earth Month Art and Music Festival! There will be local artists presenting and selling their work, live music, crafts, and food! The event will be held in the MUB Ballroom on Saturday, April 5th from 1 pm until 6 pm.

Please join the Black Student Association (BSA) and the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) for our 6th Annual Ebony Gala! Come join us as we celebrate our graduating members and member accomplishments. Food, Dance, & music provided. You can RSVP by scanning the QR Code or visiting this link

*All guests must be in business professional/casual attire. Limited capacity seating.

Have a cool event idea? Want to make it happen on campus FREE for students?

Come to our info session and learn more about MUB Board, Michigan Tech’s event planning committee that plans iconic events like Stuff-a-Husky, Casino Night, and more!

We have 5 subcommittees that work on everything from craft events to graphic design and marketing!
Hot cocoa will also be provided in this chill Q&A with MUB Board members.

Check out the A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum, we have minerals from around the world, and the best part: it’s free with a valid Tech ID! We are open 9am to 5pm, Monday through Saturday. The gift shop also has a wide selection of items, including jewelry, mineral specimens, and more – come by and see what we have to offer!

We are located across from the ATDC. We have parking right in front of the museum and can be reached via the Husky Campus Shuttle.

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM). Title IX and the student group S.A.V.E. will host several events over the next few weeks to raise awareness. One of our primary events is Denim Day. Since 1999, Peace Over Violence has run an inspiring and powerful campaign to practice solidarity and support survivors by renewing the commitment to exposing harmful behaviors and attitudes surrounding sexual violence. Denim Day is recognized on a Wednesday in April in honor of Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Denim Day began after the Italian Supreme Court overturned a rape conviction, arguing that because the victim wore tight jeans, she must have helped remove them—implying consent.

Do you have jeans taking up space in your closet? It’s time to give them up. We are holding a denim drive from March 31 to April 3. On April 3, students, staff, and community members are invited to paint denim with messages of support for sexual assault survivors. We will display the denim on Walker Lawn from April 4 to April 30.

Denim Drop-off Locations:
Admin Building, 1st floor (Wahtera Center)
Admin Building, 3rd floor (Title IX Office)
Campus collection dates:
April 1 – Library from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
April 3 – Wads Lobby from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Painting Event: Paint with us!
Where: Superior Room, MUB
When: April 3, 5–7 PM

Mark your calendars for April 30, 2025. Wear denim to show solidarity with women around the world and to bring awareness to victim blaming and destructive myths that surround sexual violence.

Gala Latina is hosted annually by the Society of Hispanic Professionals in Engineering. This year’s theme is Western/Vaquero so come with your boots or semi-formal is fine (we’re not strict on the dress code). Gala Latina is a free cultural event, open to the community, located on campus in the DHH ballroom, making it easily accessible for residents. This event is meant to be a de-stress opportunity for students to let loose and create a sense of community for everyone while also learning something new about our Latino culture. There will be music of various cultures and dancing will be strongly encouraged. We will provide food, music, and prizes like Lego sets, nerf guns, a snow cone machine, and a telescope. Check out our Involvement link and Instagram: SHPE_mtu for more details!

Come join TPUSA in welcoming Will Witt to Michigan Tech! Will Witt is a world-renowned conservative comedian who is known for his love of a good conspiracy theory. Come have a laugh and enjoy a good time with him and get to learn about some funny conspiracy theories!

Passionate about Transit?

Want to help improve transit in Houghton and Hancock?

Join the Transit Equity Advocates!! At this week’s meeting we will be electing our new E-Board and discussing our regular meeting procedures for following semesters.

Are you ready to make an impact this fall and be part of something extraordinary? The CPM Enterprise invites you to an exciting Project Spotlight Info Session this Friday at 2 PM in Wads G17!

CPM Enterprise hosts eight diverse projects that bring together chemical, biomedical, and mechanical engineers to tackle real-world challenges. But guess what? We welcome students of all majors to join the team! This info session will feature the MARC Prosthetic Project—a groundbreaking initiative focused on the design and manufacturing of cutting-edge prosthetics.

We’re especially in need of electrical engineers, whose skills are vital to the success of this project. If you’re an electrical engineer—or curious about how you can contribute—don’t miss this chance to explore your role in shaping the future of prosthetics.

Have questions? Curious about CPM Enterprise or our projects? This session is open to everyone, and our team will be on hand to provide answers and insights.
Make your mark on engineering innovation—join us this Friday. We can’t wait to meet you!

Transformers One

The untold origin story of Optimus Prime and Megatron, better known as sworn enemies, but who once were friends bonded like brothers who changed the fate of Cybertron forever.

Transformers One is rated PG

Friday (4/4) 5:30pm 8:30pm 11:30pm
Saturday (4/5) 5:30pm 8:30pm 11:30pm

Located on Michigan Tech’s campus in Fisher 135. Free admission for tech students and $5 for community members. Concessions are $1.50 card accepted. We hope to see you at the movie this weekend and have a great day.

The Creative Writing Club invite you to Poetry Night! Attend to listen or come read your own work or a favorite poem aloud. 5pm on Thursday April 10th in the Writing Center! Creative Writing Club meeting will still take place after the reading.

Want to learn more about sorority life? Join the sisters of Alpha Gamma Delta for mirror painting on Tuesday, April 8, from 6 to 7 p.m. in Fisher 131!

Give Back to the Pack Kick-Off & Celebration

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

Join us for the on-campus celebrations below:

Tuesday, April 8: 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. at the Library

Kick off the first day of Give Back to the Pack! Stop by to share what you’re most grateful for at Michigan Tech and add it to our gratitude board.

Wednesday, April 9: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at the MUB Commons

Celebrate the final hours of the challenge! Sign thank-you cards for our generous donors and see the impact of our Husky community coming together.

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

Visit giveback.mtu.edu to learn more and join the celebration of Husky generosity. 

Make a splash with our inflatable pool obstacle course called the WIBIT! You can test your individual skills on the course or challenge a friend to a race across the obstacles. Our last session is Wednesday, April 9th, from 5:00-8:00pm.

REGISTER HERE

The course is set up in the deep water and requires users to be able to pass our swim test. A full list of WIBIT rules and swim test options as well as featured obstacle combinations can be found on the WIBIT page on our website. All WIBIT rules can be found here.

The event is open to current MTU Students and SDC Access Pass Holders (minimum 1-month). Student/Access Pass ID required upon entry (no pre-registration required).
Not a current student or SDC Access Pass Holder? Purchase a WIBIT Wednesday Pass. Capacity is limited. Receipt is required upon entry. Completion of a waiver and concussion awareness form is also required. No SDC day passes or action passes will be accepted for admission.

Featured pieces include:
The Step — This piece allows users to climb up onto the course.
The Cliff — Users must navigate either side of a slope using the handles and their balancing skills.
The Bridge — Users must navigate up and over an arched structure without falling through.
The Slope — Users must climb up a six-foot wall that leads to a slide into the pool water below!
The Base – Users must make their way across a horizontal surface. Be careful how fast you move as it can get slippery!
V-Connect – Users must use limited footing space to navigate across the horizontal structure.

See you at the pool!

Please join us in the library on April 9th and 10th for a Bake Sale! Proceeds will go towards non-profits and will also be used to support some MEDLIFE members on their upcoming Service Learning Trip in Peru! Please stop by the booth to support our causes, or to learn more about Greek Life and/or MEDLIFE. Thanks and hope to see you there!

Join us to discuss a new potential Cornhole Club at Michigan Tech! We will be meeting in the DHH Ballroom this Friday at 7:15pm. We will have boards set up to play as well. Hope to see you there!

Bring clothes that need repair, and our team will do their best to show you how!

Michigan Tech is hosting the 2025 ASCE EGL Regionals Symposium Competitions! Over 400 students from 20 universities across Michigan and Ohio will be in Houghton to compete in different civil, environmental, and construction management competitions. Come out and support our Michigan Tech teams! Can’t support our teams when they compete, but still want to help out? Become a volunteer! Without you, we would not be able to run our events smoothly! 

Sign up here to become a volunteer today: ASCE Eastern Great Lakes – Volunteer Sign Up 

Concrete Canoe

Presentations – 4/10   1:00-3:30PM   ATDC (MTU @ 1:45PM)

Stands and Display – 4/11   8:00-10:00AM   Gates Tennis Center

Swamp Testing and Races* – 4/11  12:00-5:00PM   Chutes and Ladders

*Canoe races are weather-dependent 

Construction Institution

Competition – 4/10   12:30-4:00PM  MUB Superior Room

Steel Bridge

Display – 4/12   8:00-9:00AM   Gates Tennis Center

Construction – 4/12   9:30AM-6:00PM   Gates Tennis Center

Surveying

Presentations/Display – 4/10   12:00-3:00PM   GLRC 202 (MTU @ 12:45)

Competition – 4/11   8:00AM-4:00PM   Mont Ripley

Timber Strong

Construction – 4/10   1:30-3:00PM   Gates Tennis Center 

Judging – 4/10   3:00-4:00PM   Gates Tennis Center

Water Treatment 

Presentations – 4/10   1:00-1:30PM   Gates Tennis Center

Construction – 4/10   1:30-3:00PM   Gates Tennis Center

To all interested makers:
It is our beloved Manager Chethan’s last semester. However, this does mean we are looking for a NEW MANAGER! This position is open for anyone to apply, especially those with past experience in any of the makerspaces on campus.

If interested please fill out this google form.

Applications close April 11th, midnight.

Worship Ambiance

Chi Alpha Christian Fellowship at Michigan Tech invites you to Worship Ambiance, a powerful night of praise, worship, and prayer in God’s presence!

Date: Thursday, April 3, 2025
Time: 7:00 – 8:30 PM
Location: MTU Wadsworth G42W

Come expecting:
Uplifting Worship
Powerful Prayer
Christian bonding

For more info, contact: 906-370-6035
chialphaofficer@mtu.edu
www.chialpha.mtu.edu

Come ready to experience God!

Join Students for Sustainability for a fun craft night of upcycling old CD cases and containers into suncatchers and planters! We will provide most of the supplies, but if you have a plastic bottle or aluminum/tin can to upcycle, please bring it! We will also have succulents for people to take, but supplies are limited!

The event will be hosted in Fisher 125 from 6 to 7 pm. We hope to see you there 🙂

Please join us in our fight for medicine, education, and development for low-income communities everywhere!

Snacks will be provided!

Meeting will be about our upcoming Service Learning Trip to Peru and E-Board Elections

Looking for more members for next year. We are a fairly small club, so we have lots of room to grow! Many opportunities for leadership within the club, as well as volunteering locally or abroad, if you’d like in the future. Bring your friends! Those interested in volunteering, studying/volunteering abroad, or both, are very welcome and would be interested in our club.

Email hnrussel@mtu.edu for questions.

Come join Engineers Without Borders as we welcome Jennifer Frakes, a Michigan Tech alum and current President of the Detroit Professional Chapter. She will be speaking via zoom with the MTU’s EWB student chapter on Monday, April 7, from 4-5 pm in Dow 804. Be sure to stop by and take this opportunity to ask a professional any questions you may have about humanitarian work.

Support the Design Expo!

The Design Expo is an opportunity for Enterprise and Senior Design teams to present their work and compete for awards. We are seeking volunteers for various roles, including event setup, teardown, and on-site support throughout the event.

Various Shifts – Tuesday, April 15th, 2025 from 6:00am to 5:00pm

Calling all singers, dancers, comedians, and performers—this is your final chance to sign up for the campus Talent Show! Registration closes this Friday, so don’t miss out on your opportunity to shine on stage and win exciting prizes.

Participants will have a shot at winning gift cards, free parking passes, and finals’ snack-attack goodie bags—perfect for getting through final exam week! Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just looking to have some fun, this is your moment to showcase your talents.

Don’t wait—register now before it’s too late!

Talent Show is Friday, April 4 at McArdle Theater in Walker. Join us at 9 p.m. for a great show!

Game on! Ready for a night of fun and friendly competition? Head over to Board Game Night to play your favorites or discover new games. Don’t miss out on a night packed with good times and new connections!

Feeling drained but not sure why? Join us for our Laziness vs. Burnout Husky Hour to explore the differences, complete an energy audit, and gain tools to recharge effectively. Learn how to recognize burnout and develop strategies to prevent it. Our energy audit activity will help you identify where you’re spending your mental and physical energy and how to make changes that support well-being.

The Class Tribute Program offers new graduates a unique opportunity to publicly recognize those who have supported their journey at Michigan Tech, while simultaneously supporting the next generation of Huskies through the Class Tribute Scholarship Fund.

With a donation of $20.25 or more in honor of the 2025 graduation year, you can celebrate your graduation day by creating a personalized message that will be displayed on the video scoreboard during Spring Commencement. From parents and grandparents, to friends, to a favorite professor or classmate, this is a great opportunity to thank those who have helped you succeed. Your gift will support first year students as they begin their journey at Michigan Tech.

Place your class tribute here

The Student Success Council and the Committee for Accessible and Affordable Learning Materials invite you to share your feedback in a student focus group on:

• The Inclusive Access program for obtaining learning materials
• The accessibility and affordability of course materials
• Your experiences using Canvas for instructional materials, assignments, quizzes, exams, and grades
Your input may help shape future improvements, and as a thank-you, all participants will receive a gift card!
Spots are limited—register now to secure your spot!

Focus Group Sessions:
• Wednesday, March 26 | 3:00–4:00 PM (Register)
• Thursday, March 27 | 10:00–11:00 AM (Register)
Location: Library 243

The Undergraduate Student Government is changing its Constitution, with the potential to involve members of the Student Assembly into important processes. To approve the Constitution, we must have 15% of the Student Assembly vote on the Constitutional Amendments (that’s over 900 students!). Afterwards, the Constitution must be passed by the Michigan Tech Board of Trustees.

Some highlights include:
– Adding 2 Student Assembly members to the Ways and Means Committee that handles Purchase Requests, Opportunity/Reserve Fund requests, and the entirety of Budget Hearings!
– Allowing for greater representation of the student body as the campus population increases
– Increasing internal oversight and member review requirements

Learn more about each of the amendments at https://usg.mtu.edu/vote25. If you’re all set and ready to vote, visit our Involvement Link election! We are asking you to vote on each grouping of amendments, so please read the amendments to see what you are voting on!

Don’t miss this chance to be part of the Fall 2025 cohort of P.A.W.S.! If you’re passionate about mental health and peer support, this is your opportunity to join a dedicated group of students making a real impact on campus. Know someone who’d be a great fit? Or do you want to nominate yourself? Nominations close April 4th—act fast! Learn more and submit a nomination here!

Please join DHHC in the DHH Ballroom at 8pm on March 29th for the return of the PITBULL PARTY! This year will feature a root beer keg, lemonade, snacks, party favors, and a live appearance from Pitbull himself.

Join MUB Board, Keweenaw Co-op, and Husky Eats for an evening full of cheese tastings with additional paired foods and beverages all guided by a local cheese expert. All aspiring cheese connoisseurs and charcuterie enthusiasts can purchase their tickets from the Ticketing Office, it is bound to be a wonderfully cheesy night. You must be 21+ to attend and IDs will be checked at the door.

The African Students Organization here at Michigan Tech is inviting everyone to their annual 2025 African Cultural and Variety Night.
Join us for a vibrant celebration of African Night. Experience a rich tapestry of food, music, and cultural dance as we showcase our unique traditions and culture. Delight your taste buds with delicious cuisine, immerse yourself in captivating rhythms and melodies, and witness stunning cultural dress displays. Each performance and presentation offers a glimpse into the heart of African culture, making this an unforgettable journey!
Use this link to sign up and get your ticket (https://mtu.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?id=7575)

Come to the Alley Makerspace on March 27th from 6-7pm for an entrepreneurship seminar!

Interested in:
– Learning how to start a company?
– Make your first sale?
– Hiring people and growing a business?
– Financial independence and retiring early?
– Making meaningful change in your community
and beyond?
Learn from someone who’s done it before! All of this material will be covered and more on March 27th, 6-7pm, in the Alley Makerspace under the MUB.

Interested in Mercury Marine? Join ASEM for an information session! All majors are welcome.

If interested, provide information on this form

Prepare for Design Expo and other term-end presentations the right way – with peer support and help from dedicated library and university staff! You’re invited to these instructional work sessions to help you create compelling videos, visuals, and pitches for the projects you have dedicated so much time to! Registration is required.

Video Creating & Editing
We’ll provide basic info on recording, available tools, and tricks to make your production more professional and accessible. The last half of the hour will be devoted to questions and open work time. Handouts and a compilation of resources will be available to take with you!

Thursday, March 27, 2025
2:00-3:00 pm
Library 244
Register Here

The Finishing Touches
Refresh on details about how to present your work for Design Expo and other end of year presentations. Get last minute feedback for a winning project and work on the final details of your project and video with company! Snacks and refreshments provided.

Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025
2:00-3:00 pm
Library East Reading Room
Register Here

Head to the Enterprise website to check out all the workshops that we have to offer.

Houghton Elementary School is now accepting applications for instructor positions with the after-school program. We offer a variety of activities daily for students, such as art and board games, crafts, Legos, Hot Wheels, gym classes, outdoor games, etc. We are seeking individuals who would be interested in leading activities and supervising students. Must be available for the first semester of the 2025/26 school year. Training and Orientation available now.

Please contact Amy Forsell at aforsell@hpts.us.

Are you passionate about student well-being and looking for a rewarding on-campus job? Health & Well-Being Ambassadors at Michigan Tech play a key role in promoting health and wellness through presentations, programs, and events. As a student employee, you’ll collaborate with a team, develop valuable leadership and communication skills, and make a real impact on campus. If you’re organized, motivated, and eager to support your peers, apply by April 9, 2025, for the 2025-2026 academic year! Learn more and apply here: https://www.mtu.edu/well-being/get-involved/wellbeing-internships/

Student Bills will be unavailable from April 2 – April 4. This is in preparation for the Summer term bills.

If you need your Spring term bill printed, you must print this off prior to April 1st in order to print it in the current format. After this time, you will need to print the information from your Account Detail page in Experience.

If you have a Summer term bill, you will receive an email on April 4th, once the bills have been made available. If you are trying to pay your April rent or a previous balance during this time, you can pay via cash or check in-person at the Cashier’s office between 9:00 am – 3:00 pm.

Rush Hour

A loyal and dedicated Hong Kong Inspector teams up with a reckless and loudmouthed L.A.P.D. detective to rescue the Chinese Consul’s kidnapped daughter, while trying to arrest a dangerous crime lord along the way.

Rush Hour is rated PG-13

Friday (3/14) 5:30pm 8:30pm 11:30pm
Saturday (3/15) 5:30pm 8:30pm 11:30pm

Located on Michigan Tech’s campus in Fisher 135. Free admission for tech students and $5 for community members. Concessions are $1.50 card accepted. We hope to see you at the movie this weekend and have a great day.

Join the Keweenaw Youth for Climate Action for our 4th Annual Earth Month Art and Music Festival! There will be local artists presenting and selling their work, live music, crafts, and food! The event will be held in the MUB Ballroom on Saturday, April 5th from 1 pm until 6 pm.

Alpha Sigma Tau and Phi Kappa Tau invite you to join us on a 5k run/walk from the Phi Kappa Tau house to the Alpha Sigma Tau house in support of our philanthropies! Registration is $15, with the option to purchase a race shirt for $10. Scan the QR code on the flyer to register, all proceeds go towards Girls on the Run and SeriousFun Network. If 25 or more people register to run/walk, some ASTs will jump in the portage post-race!

Come join the German Club at our up coming meeting! Thomas Werner will be presenting on his experience living in former East Germany. All are welcome to join! We look forward to seeing you.

Location: Fisher 130
Date: Thursday, April 3, 2025
Time: 6pm

If you have any questions, contact the German Club germanclubeboard-I@mtu.edu

The College of Business, the Michigan Tech Finance Club, and the Library are all collaborating to encourage student use of the campus Bloomberg Terminal. By entering into a stock-picking contest students stand to win cash prizes. The first-place winner will receive $500, second place, $300, and third place, $100. An additional $100 prize will be awarded to a randomly selected participant. The competition is open to any student currently enrolled at Michigan Tech.
In order to compete students are asked to make a Bloomberg account on the Michigan Tech Bloomberg Terminal. The Bloomberg Terminal is a financial tool that can be found on the second floor of the library. Terminals like Tech’s give financial data, news, and analytical tools for smarter investment.
For more information or to sign up visit the Newsblog.

Come join the Log Rolling Club on Sundays from 6:00 to 7:30 PM in the SDC Lap Pool! Test your balance and endurance while competing against friends in matches. No experience is necessary to attend. Bring swimwear and clean water shoes if you’d like, although the shoes are not required. Free for all Tech students.

International Programs and Services has received nearly 400 photos from students in our annual Study Away Photo Contest, and we’d like your help in choosing a Winner!

We’ve narrowed the field to 30 final photographs which you can view and submit your vote for in this linked Google Form.

This contest highlights the diverse and enriching experiences of your peers during their study away programs, capturing moments of cultural immersion, academic exploration, and personal growth.

Voting will be open through Sunday, April 6th.

We also encourage you to consider participating in future study away programs. Engaging in a study-away experience can profoundly impact your academic and personal development. For more information on available programs and application details, please visit the MTU Study Away website.

Thank you for contributing to this celebration of global learning. Your involvement not only supports your peers but also enriches our university’s commitment to fostering international understanding.

The Society of Medical Laboratory Scientists (SMLS) is hosting a blood drive on April 11th from 10am-3pm in Wadsworth G17/19W with UP Health System. One person alone can save up to 3 lives in only 1 hour just by donating! All blood stays local, so you’re saving lives directly in the UP. Last semester, we collected 60 bags of blood, which is a lot more than we’ve seen in a long time. Let’s keep this trend going and help out our community!

Before donating, you will complete a mini-physical and donor history questionnaire. If you donated through the American Red Cross in February, you ARE eligible to donate again at our blood drive.

Grab your buddies and see who can donate the quickest. Don’t forget to drink plenty of water and eat a snack beforehand. Appointments are prioritized using the link below, but walk-ins are welcome, too! Please spread the word. Contact Marissa Ritter (mjritter@mtu.edu) with any questions.

Sign-up for an appointment

Don Keranen Weekend Jazz Festival—Friday & Saturday, March 28-29, 2025

McArdle Theatre | Weekend Lineup

Michigan Tech Jazz

The Annual Jazz Fest pays tribute to the founder of the Michigan Tech Jazz Studies Program, Don Keranen. The weekend includes three unique performances, a professional guest artist, and a masterclass led by Jazz Studies Director Adam Meckler.

The weekend will feature guest artist Steven Hobert, whose repertoire spans jazz, world music, and more. Hobert performs on piano, accordion, & vocals as a soloist, and works with Sirclesound, FireFlyForest, and Oudyano alongside renowned oud player Issam Rafea.

Concert Schedule:

Friday 7:30 p.m.

Saturday 6 p.m.

Saturday 8 p.m.How to reserve your Free Michigan Tech Student Rush Tickets.

Join Us for a Mental Health & Well-Being Event!

Struggling with stress, anxiety, or school pressure? Join SWE & Mental Health and Well-Being for an insightful session on “How to Take Care of Your Mental Health.”

Date: Thursday, March 27th
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: ChemSci 101

Topics include:
• Handling pressure and anxiety
• Staying positive in school
• Managing stress during exams

All students are welcome! Plus, snacks and drinks will be provided.

Take a break, connect with others, and learn valuable strategies to support your well-being. See you there!

Please join the Black Student Association (BSA) and the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) for our 6th Annual Ebony Gala! Come join us as we celebrate our graduating members and member accomplishments. Food, Dance, & music provided. You can RSVP by scanning the QR Code or visiting this link

*All guests must be in business professional/casual attire. Limited capacity seating.

The Physics Learning Center is hiring physics coaches for Fall 2025! Undergraduate students with a background in math and physics are encouraged to apply! Applicants must have completed PH2100 or PH1160 and PH2200 or PH2260.

More information on the hiring process is included in the application. Please don’t hesitate to contact our Faculty Coordinator Dr. Robert Weidman (weidman@mtu.edu) or Head Coach Lily Kurmaniak (lrkurman@mtu.edu) with any questions.

Click here to Apply

We’re currently hiring camp counselors for our July 12-19, 2025 session and would love to connect with students at Michigan Technological University who may be interested.

Our free, one-week camp at Presbytery Point Camp in Michigamme, Michigan, serves youth (ages 9-14) with an incarcerated or formerly incarcerated loved one. We’re looking for responsible individuals (18+) to lead and supervise campers, ensure their safety, and create a supportive environment.

This is a great hands-on experience for students passionate about working with youth!

Sign yourself or your team up on IMleagues.com! Please email imsports@mtu.edu with any questions.

The last day for ALL students to drop a class with a “W” is March 21, 2025. First-year students need to complete this form and email it to schedule@mtu.edu. All other students can email schedule@mtu.edu to indicate which classes they want to drop.

Courses dropped between the 4th and 10th weeks will earn a ‘W’ grade (withdrawn). A ‘W’ appears on the student’s transcript which indicates that the student dropped the course. ‘W’ marks do not affect GPA calculations, but the credits dropped are included in attempted credit hours for financial aid purposes (satisfactory academic progress).

Got questions? Email your advisor or deanofstudents@mtu.edu

The Undergraduate Student Government is changing its Constitution, with the potential to involve members of the Student Assembly into important processes. To approve the Constitution, we must have 15% of the Student Assembly vote on the Constitutional Amendments (that’s over 900 students!). Afterwards, the Constitution must be passed by the Michigan Tech Board of Trustees.

Some highlights include:
– Adding 2 Student Assembly members to the Ways and Means Committee that handles Purchase Requests, Opportunity/Reserve Fund requests, and the entirety of Budget Hearings!
– Allowing for greater representation of the student body as the campus population increases
– Increasing internal oversight and member review requirements

Learn more about each of the amendments at https://usg.mtu.edu/vote25. If you’re all set and ready to vote, visit our Involvement Link election! We are asking you to vote on each grouping of amendments, so please read the amendments to see what you are voting on!

Student Commission will be meeting this week at 4:00 pm on Thursday, March 20th in the MUB Superior Room. Transportation Services will be our guest speaker.

All are welcome to attend. The Student Commission is a broad-based group of students and staff that work together to enrich the student experience for everyone at the University. Students are welcome to bring any concerns or suggestions to the group.

In Student Leadership and Involvement, we often hear from groups that had a “bad transition” between student organization leaders. They lack historical knowledge, miss deadlines they weren’t familiar with, and have to spend valuable time recreating what should already exist. Are you looking to ensure your organization’s leadership doesn’t end up in this challenging position?

Attend HuskyLEAD: Effective Leadership Transitions to learn effective strategies for:

-Retaining digital documents

-Carrying on consistent relationships with campus partners

-Sharing necessary information with incoming officers

-Hosting effective transition meetings

A variety of resources and sample documents will be shared. Time will be provided throughout the workshop for attendees to take action steps on transition planning. It is recommended that multiple organization leaders attend together and that they bring laptops with access to any relevant organizational documents. 

Date: Wednesday, March 19th

Time: 4:00-5:00 PM

Location: Fisher 129

If you are interested in attending, please register here. Additionally, if you have any questions about this event, please email Student Leadership & Involvement at activites@mtu.edu. We hope to see you there!

You’ve got talent and we want to see it! Late Night Programming, co-hosted with Delta Zeta and Sigma Phi Epsilon, is hosting a Talent Show! All talents are welcome – whether it’s the performing arts, a comedy skit, or anything else that sets you apart! Sign up on the registration form. Most Talents will win a prize!

Please refer questions about the talent show or accommodations to Amy Hjerstedt — ahjerste@mtu.edu

Are you in need of some new clothing? Consider checking out the Husky Closet Collective for some new clothes! We offer a wide selection of t-shirts, sweatshirts, pants, coats, and shoes. All of the items within the closet are completely FREE for all Michigan Tech students! Come check it out located in Wadsworth Hall room G04W right next to the radio station! We are open Monday through Friday from 8am – 5pm.

Don’t forget to follow our Instagram @husky.closet.collective for more information about free clothing resources. If you have any questions, feel free to email us at huskycloset@mtu.edu.

Are you passionate about mental health and supporting your peers? P.A.W.S. (Peer Awareness for Well-Being and Support) is now accepting nominations for the Fall 2025 program! As a member of PAWS, you’ll join a network of students dedicated to promoting mental health awareness, building resilience, and offering compassionate peer support on campus. Gain hands-on training in areas like active listening, stress management, and empathy, while making a lasting impact within the campus community. Ready to strengthen your skills and foster well-being? Nominate yourself or a friend today

The Indigenous student organization, Biskaabiiyaang Collective (formerly AISES at Michigan Tech) and Keweenaw Bay Ojibwa Community College are co-hosting a powwow.

Come join us at the Gates Tennis Center on March 22nd. Everybody is welcome! First Grand Entry dance is at noon, Deadliest Uncles and Aunties competition at 3pm, and second Grand Entry is at 6pm.

This event is open to all students wanting to learn how to pose! If you have ever thought about bodybuilding now is your chance to try it out! There will be knowledgeable coaches there to answer all your bodybuilding questions! If you have any questions please reach out to: anturner@mtu.edu

The Young Americans for Freedom chapter at Michigan Technological University will host Ian Haworth for a speaking event in the Fisher Hall, Room 139, on March 20th. Doors will open at 6 pm, the event will start at 7 pm! This event is free and open to the public and is sponsored by Young Americas Foundation as part of the Preserving American Liberty & Freedom Lecture Series. Following his speech, Ian will participate in a Q&A discussion with members of the audience.

Ian is a conservative writer, speaker and podcast host. Originally from the United Kingdom, Ian moved to the United States after graduating from Oxford University with a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Computer Science. Before entering the world of political commentary, Ian worked in Silicon Valley as a Software Engineer. During this time, Ian spent almost four years working at Facebook, including on their “Misinformation” team as part of the “Fact-Checking” organization.

Ready to turn your love for the outdoors into a way to make some extra cash this summer? Join the Outdoor Adventure Program team! We’re all about epic gear rentals and hosting unforgettable adventures like hiking, canoeing, and kayaking. Dive in and help us make every adventure an experience to remember!
Instructions: Fill out the application form. Make sure to select “Outdoor Adventure Program Staff” and “Summer Semester” for your application to be received!

Experience the glitz and the glamour of Las Vegas – right at home in Houghton! McNair Hall Association is hosting the 2025 MHA Vegas Night in collaboration with Film Board! We’re looking for volunteers to help us put on one of the biggest residence hall events of the year on March 22nd. Volunteers would be able to run games, serve as bankers or floaters, and help with set up and tear down. More information can be found at the 2025 MHA Vegas Night GivePulse event.

Volunteers must attend one of our mandatory training sessions so everyone knows the cards they’re being dealt.

If you’re not interested in volunteering, you’re more than welcome to stop by and play games like Blackjack, Texas Hold’em, Poker, Euchre, Bingo, and Roulette! There’s also some incredible prizes to win – like an XBox Series X, a Nintendo Switch, Airpods, self care bundles, laundry bundles, and more!

Film Board will also be showing the movie “Jurassic Park” during Vegas Night, and has partnered with MHA to provide popcorn and water to moviegoers. Attending Vegas Night is a great way to show support to two hard-working student orgs… and who knows, maybe you’ll be the one to win big!

Come join the German Club at our up coming meetings! At our next meeting, we will be watching a film. All are welcome to join! We look forward to seeing you.

Location: Fisher 130
Date: Thursday, March 20, 2025
Time: 6pm

If you have questions, reach out to germanclub-l@mtu.edu

Students for Sustainability will be hosting our spring mug and book swap on Friday, March 21 from 1:00-4:00 p.m. in the exhibit space in the library on the first floor. Please stop by with some books or mugs to exchange for new ones to expand your personal library or mug collection! If you have any questions, please email Students for Sustainability (s4s@mtu.edu) or reach out to us on our instagram @s4s_mtu.

In its commitment to providing academic and professional development opportunities for its members and MTU graduate students, the African Students Organization (ASO) at MTU invites you to the Student Development Forum this Spring;

Theme: Engaging with the Dean of Students and Director of IPS
Date: March 24, 2025 (Monday)
Time: 5-7pm
Location: Fisher 135

Refreshments will be provided.

Curious About Research? Check Out URSS!

Ever wondered what kind of groundbreaking research your fellow Huskies are working on? The Undergraduate Research & Scholarship Symposium (URSS) is your chance to find out! Stop by the Rozsa Lobby on Friday, March 21, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. to explore cutting-edge projects from students across campus.

Whether you’re already involved in research or just starting to think about it, URSS is a great opportunity to see the possibilities at Michigan Tech. Chat with presenters, ask questions about their work, and get inspired by the incredible projects happening right here. Plus, if you’re considering getting involved in research yourself, this event is the perfect way to see what’s possible and make connections with faculty and fellow students.

Don’t miss this chance to support your peers, explore fascinating research, and maybe even spark an idea for your own future project. See you at URSS!

The Break Room: Pop-Up Rage Room

Stop by our pop-up break room to de-stress and SMASH something! Grab a plate and write down all your current worries and then shatter it to bits! Supplies and safety equipment will all be provided, so take a second between classes to find us near the husky statue! FREE for ALL STUDENTS While Supplies Last!

The Havarti Party

Join MUB Board, Keweenaw Co-op, and Husky Eats for an evening full of cheese tastings with additional paired foods and beverages all guided by a local cheese expert. All aspiring cheese connoisseurs and charcuterie enthusiasts can purchase their tickets from the Ticketing Office. It is bound to be a wonderfully cheesy night. You must be 21+ to attend and IDs will be checked at the door.

Don’t forget the upcoming Friends of the Library Annual Book Sale in the MUB.
• Tuesday March 25 from 5-7 (members only but STUDENTS ENTER FOR FREE with ID)
• Wednesday March 26 from 10-4.
——> Prices from 50¢ to $2 per book. Bag sale at 3pm on Wednesday: all the books you can fit in a brown paper grocery bag for only $5! Thousands of used books on topics to please readers of all kinds, including kids! All proceeds benefit the library.

Join MTU EMS!

Michigan Tech EMS is recruiting for 2025-26!
ALL majors and employees are welcome!

This is an opportunity to become a licensed EMT. Through our course you will become Nationally Registered and registered in the State of Michigan. Licensed EMTs can respond on ambulances, work in emergency departments, continue on to other medical careers.

Joining MTU EMS means joining an amazing community, the ability to be a leader, and opportunities for service!

Attend an info session to learn more!
Course schedule and requirements will be reviewed at the info session. 25 students will be invited to register for BL3001 following review of qualifications and interest. This course is only offered for credit and may be applied to essential education or other requirements and electives. Visit www.mtu.edu/ems or email EMS@mtu.edu for more information.

Upcoming info sessions are on:
* Thursday 3/13 at 4:30-5:30 PM in Wads G17/19
* Wednesday 3/19 at 6:00-7:00 PM in Wads G17/19
We hope to see you there!

Spring FLARE is coming up on Thursday March 20th from 6-9pm! We are looking for student orgs, local groups, and vendors who would like to host a table. If you have any interest, please fill out the form linked here or scan the QR code!

Feeling drained but not sure why? Join us for our Laziness vs. Burnout Husky Hour to explore the differences, complete an energy audit, and gain tools to recharge effectively. Learn how to recognize burnout and develop strategies to prevent it. Our energy audit activity will help you identify where you’re spending your mental and physical energy and how to make changes that support well-being.

The Class Tribute Program offers new graduates a unique opportunity to publicly recognize those who have supported their journey at Michigan Tech, while simultaneously supporting the next generation of Huskies through the Class Tribute Scholarship Fund.

With a donation of $20.25 or more in honor of the 2025 graduation year, you can celebrate your graduation day by creating a personalized message that will be displayed on the video scoreboard during Spring Commencement. From parents and grandparents, to friends, to a favorite professor or classmate, this is a great opportunity to thank those who have helped you succeed. Your gift will support first year students as they begin their journey at Michigan Tech.

Place your class tribute here

The Student Success Council and the Committee for Accessible and Affordable Learning Materials invite you to share your feedback in a student focus group on:

• The Inclusive Access program for obtaining learning materials
• The accessibility and affordability of course materials
• Your experiences using Canvas for instructional materials, assignments, quizzes, exams, and grades
Your input may help shape future improvements, and as a thank-you, all participants will receive a gift card!
Spots are limited—register now to secure your spot!

Focus Group Sessions:
• Wednesday, March 26 | 3:00–4:00 PM (Register)
• Thursday, March 27 | 10:00–11:00 AM (Register)
Location: Library 243

Ocean’s Eleven

Danny Ocean, a gangster, rounds up a gang of associates to stage a sophisticated and elaborate casino heist which involves robbing three Las Vegas casinos simultaneously during a popular boxing event.

Ocean’s Eleven is rated PG-13

Friday (3/21) 5:30pm 8:30pm 11:30pm
Saturday (3/22) 9pm – Casino Night

Located on Michigan Tech’s campus in Fisher 135. Free admission for tech students and $5 for community members. Concessions are $1.50 card accepted. We hope to see you at the movie this weekend and have a great day.

Passionate about transit? Want to help improve transit around Houghton and Hancock? Join the Transit Equity Advocates! Meetings are biweekly on Fridays at 3:20pm in Fisher 127. This week’s meeting will be discussing the results from our Shuttle Suggestion Survey!

Please join DHHC in the DHH Ballroom at 8pm on March 29th for the return of the PITBULL PARTY! This year will feature a root beer keg, lemonade, snacks, party favors, and a live appearance from Pitbull himself.

The African Students Organization here at Michigan Tech is inviting everyone to their annual 2025 African Cultural and Variety Night.
Join us for a vibrant celebration of African Night. Experience a rich tapestry of food, music, and cultural dance as we showcase our unique traditions and culture. Delight your taste buds with delicious cuisine, immerse yourself in captivating rhythms and melodies, and witness stunning cultural dress displays. Each performance and presentation offers a glimpse into the heart of African culture, making this an unforgettable journey!
Use this link to sign up and get your ticket

Date: March 29th 2025
Time: 6pm to 11:59pm
Venue: MUB Ballroom

Come register for the National Marrow Donor Program (formerly Be The Match) on 3/25 and 3/26! NMDP provides treatment and support to help patients with blood cancer, blood disorders and beyond who may not have other options. Joining the bone marrow/stem cell registry takes only a cheek swab and 5 minutes; becoming a match and donating can save someone’s life.

Sign yourself or your team up on IMleagues.com! Please email imsports@mtu.edu with any questions.

Support the Biskaabiiyaang Collective at Michigan Tech!

The Biskaabiiyaang Collective at Michigan Tech is seeking volunteers to support their spring Pow Wow event. A Pow Wow is a traditional gathering with drumming, dances, and singing.

Various Shifts – Friday, March 21st from 6:00pm to Saturday, March 22nd, 2025 10:00pm

Support the McNair Hall Association!

Experience the glitz and the glamour of Las Vegas – right at home in Houghton! Volunteers at this event will help run games, serve as bankers, and offer general event support. Sponsored by McNair Hall Association.

Various Shifts – Saturday, March 22nd from 4:30pm to Sunday, March 23rd, 2025 12:00am

Support the Friends of the Michigan Tech Library!

The Friends of the Michigan Tech Library is holding its annual BIG Annual Book Sale at the end of the month, Tuesday and Wed. March 25–26 in the Memorial Union Building (MUB) Ballroom. To pull it off, we need your help (and you and your RSO can get your volunteer hours in!).

Setup – Tuesday, March 25th, 2025 from 12:00pm to 4:00pm

Cashiers – Wednesday, March 26th, 2025 from 10:00am to 5:00pm

Clean Up – Wednesday, March 26th, 2025 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm

In Student Leadership and Involvement, we often hear from groups that had a “bad transition” between student organization leaders. They lack historical knowledge, miss deadlines they weren’t familiar with, and have to spend valuable time recreating what should already exist. Are you looking to ensure your organization’s leadership doesn’t end up in this challenging position?

Attend HuskyLEAD: Effective Leadership Transitions to learn effective strategies for:

-Retaining digital documents

-Carrying on consistent relationships with campus partners

-Sharing necessary information with incoming officers

-Hosting effective transition meetings

A variety of resources and sample documents will be shared. Time will be provided throughout the workshop for attendees to take action steps on transition planning. It is recommended that multiple organization leaders attend together and that they bring laptops with access to any relevant organizational documents. 

Date: Wednesday, March 19th

Time: 4:00-5:00 PM

Location: Fisher 129

If you are interested in attending, please register here. Additionally, if you have any questions about this event, please email Student Leadership & Involvement at activites@mtu.edu. We hope to see you there!

You’ve got talent and we want to see it! Late Night Programming, co-hosted with Delta Zeta and Sigma Phi Epsilon, is hosting a Talent Show! All talents are welcome – whether it’s the performing arts, a comedy skit, or anything else that sets you apart! Sign up on the registration form. Most Talents will win a prize!

Please refer questions about the talent show or accommodations to Amy Hjerstedt — ahjerste@mtu.edu

Nourish to Flourish Husky Hour

Ditch the diet culture and discover a healthier, more balanced relationship with food! Join us for an insightful event on intuitive eating, where we’ll explore how to listen to your body, trust your hunger cues, and enjoy food without guilt. This is a great opportunity to learn how to develop a more positive relationship with eating and we’ll be making salads in a jar for you to take home!

March 13, 4pm-5pm

Wadsworth Hall Eatery

March Cookies and Coloring

Stressed out? Find your calm at Cookies and Coloring! This laid-back event is all about slowing down, enjoying some sweet snacks, and taking a moment to breathe and create.
Friday, March 14, 2-4pm
Hamar House

March Let’s Talk

Let’s Talk offers a convenient way for Michigan Tech students to get mental health support. These one-on-one consultations with a counselor are free, confidential, and informal—perfect for addressing a specific concern or exploring your options for support.
Monday, March 17 from 1-3 pm
Hamar House

Healthy Relationships Husky Hour

Join us for a powerful and interactive training about building healthy relationships in partnership with the One Love Foundation. Whether you’re navigating romantic relationships, friendships, or family dynamics, this training will help you identify the signs of healthy vs. unhealthy relationships and teach you how to create boundaries, communicate effectively, and foster respect. With a combination of videos, handouts and engaging discussion, students will leave this Husky Hour feeling empowered and with the skills to better navigate their relationships.

About the Book:
A shy, introspective boy from the plains of Bengal and a free-spirited girl from a mountain town in India—both in their early twenties, both dreamy and daring—find their paths entwined while pursuing PhDs at a picturesque university in the USA.

She, a researcher immersed in rainforest biodiversity, moves through life with effortless grace, her radiant smile captivating many. He, lost in the mysteries of astrophysics, quietly drowns in the depths of his unspoken love. While he hesitates, she, with an elegant maturity, navigates the affections of admirers, unknowingly becoming the muse of his silent longing.

Their story begins on a golden summer evening at a professor’s riverside pub. From that moment, their journey unfolds like a mountain river—meandering through valleys, over loops and rocks, through rugged terrains and soft meadows, braving thick and thin woods—until, one day, it vanishes into the dark unknown.

But when she finally reaches for his hand, he finds his voice—not in words, but in music. To You and Why Do You Love Me So Much become the melodies of his heart, echoing a love both profound and fleeting.

As she earns her doctorate and disappears into an untraceable horizon, he is left with nothing but his verses—poems born of longing, love, and loss.

This collection is his diary, a testament to a love that burned bright and slipped away, leaving behind only poetry.

Author’s Brief Bio:
Pritam Mandal hails from Tisha, a village near Kolkata in Hooghly district, West Bengal, India. He earned his PhD in Physics in the USA after completing an M.Sc. in Physics from IIT Bombay, India, and later pursued postdoctoral research at KAUST, Saudi Arabia.

His debut novel, Rains from a Smoky Sky (2017), is written as the diary of a village girl navigating a world where science, technology, and human resilience intersect to combat pollution and inspire hope. Currently under revision, the book is not available for purchase.

Beyond academia, Pritam has served as the founding principal of an undergraduate college in India and has taught Physics at both high school and university levels. He currently teaches Physics at Michigan Technological University in Houghton, Michigan, where he lives with his wife, Libia, and their daughter, Isha.

An avid reader, traveler, and explorer, Pritam finds solace in poetry, storytelling, and cricket while delving into the mysteries of the universe through physics and verse. He weaves emotions into words that resonate across time and space, driven by a deep desire to help build a sustainable society and a thriving Earth for all species.

Connect with him on Facebook: @EternalTravelerPritam

Dear Poetry Lovers and Book Enthusiasts,

Dr. Pritam Mandal, Adjunct Assistant Professor of Physics at Michigan Tech, is thrilled to announce the publication of his first poetry book, Mist of Magic: 30 Heartfelt Poems on Love and Loss!
Written during his PhD journey, this collection is deeply personal, capturing the raw emotions of love, longing, and loss that shape our lives. Each poem reflects moments of beauty, pain, and the resilience of the human heart. If you appreciate poetry that speaks to the soul, this book may resonate with you.

“Thank you in advance for your support! I’d love to hear your thoughts—your reviews and reflections would mean the world to me.” — Dr. Pritam Mandal

Mist of Magic is now available on Amazon:
USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DXRVT2VF

India: https://www.amazon.in/dp/B0DXRVT2VF
Available worldwide on Amazon in respective regions.

Dr. Mandal also shares his passion for creative writing and its connection to science:
“I believe poetry and creative writing can enhance our ability to visualize and communicate complex ideas. Expressing emotions and thoughts through words refines our imagination—an essential skill in both literature and science. Translating abstract ideas into vivid imagery is central to both poetry and physics.”
For further details, feel free to reach out:

Dr. Pritam Mandal
Adjunct Assistant Professor, Physics, Michigan Technological University
PhD in Physics, Kent State University, OH, USA
pmanda2@mtu.edu

#Poetry #NewBook #MistOfMagic #LoveAndLoss #CreativeWriting #PhysicsAndPoetry #BookLovers #PoetryCommunity #MTU

Students in grades K-6 are invited to join the Michigan Tech Dance Team for a fun dance clinic and performance! Participants will learn a short pom routine alongside team members on March 28th from 5-7 PM at the SDC, then showcase their moves the next day at our annual Spring Showcase. The $25 registration fee includes a team shirt. We encourage early sign-ups, as the event may be canceled due to low interest.

For registration, visit this link.
Additionally, please send any questions to the dance team email (danceteam@mtu.edu).

Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to dance with the team!

The LEAP program is designed to support students in their first-year engineering courses and if you have a passion for helping students, you should consider applying.

We are so excited to have Heather Wright Wendel joining us to share her expertise on permaculture and small-scale, regenerative growing. We will share conversations around permaculture, garden planning, and sustainable food practices, with plenty of opportunity for Q and A. We will also be assembling plant starts for the Wadsworth and SDH gardens.

The house will be available for observation, including all of the systems that are present for our open houses. One of our tenants will be happy to give a guided tour if there is interest. Our systems include:
– Solar panels and batteries
– Vermicompost, bokashi compost, three-bin outdoor compost
– Hydroponics (two kinds!)
– Aquaponics
– Waste, water, and electricity tracking and reduction
– Energy and water efficient appliances

This is a free event, open to everyone!

Are you passionate about mental health and supporting your peers? P.A.W.S. (Peer Awareness for Well-Being and Support) is now accepting nominations for the Fall 2025 program! As a member of PAWS, you’ll join a network of students dedicated to promoting mental health awareness, building resilience, and offering compassionate peer support on campus. Gain hands-on training in areas like active listening, stress management, and empathy, while making a lasting impact within the campus community. Ready to strengthen your skills and foster well-being? Nominate yourself or a friend today!

The Indigenous student organization, Biskaabiiyaang Collective (formerly AISES at Michigan Tech) and Keweenaw Bay Ojibwa Community College are co-hosting a powwow.

Come join us at the Gates Tennis Center on March 22nd. Everybody is welcome! First Grand Entry dance is at noon, Deadliest Uncles and Aunties competition at 3pm, and second Grand Entry is at 6pm.

Dive deep into the world of surface chemistry at the upcoming XPS Workshop hosted by Women in Physics. Perfect for those interested in the cutting-edge of material analysis, this workshop held on March 20th, 1 PM – 4 PM, offers an introductory yet comprehensive look at XPS techniques. The lecture will be held in M&M 607, followed by a hands-on demo in M&M 633. Act fast to secure your spot, as the workshop is limited to only 20 participants for the lecture, with a special opportunity for the first 9 registrants to participate in the demo lab. Don’t miss out on this unique educational experience! Secure your spot now by scanning the QR code on the flyer or registering through the provided link.

This event is open to all students wanting to learn how to pose! If you have ever thought about bodybuilding now is your chance to try it out! There will be knowledgeable coaches there to answer all your bodybuilding questions! If you have any questions please reach out to: anturner@mtu.edu

The Young Americans for Freedom chapter at Michigan Technological University will host Ian Haworth for a speaking event in the Fisher Hall, Room 139, on March 20th. Doors will open at 6 pm, the event will start at 7 pm! This event is free and open to the public and is sponsored by Young Americas Foundation as part of the Preserving American Liberty & Freedom Lecture Series. Following his speech, Ian will participate in a Q&A discussion with members of the audience.

Ian is a conservative writer, speaker and podcast host. Originally from the United Kingdom, Ian moved to the United States after graduating from Oxford University with a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Computer Science. Before entering the world of political commentary, Ian worked in Silicon Valley as a Software Engineer. During this time, Ian spent almost four years working at Facebook, including on their “Misinformation” team as part of the “Fact-Checking” organization.

Please contact asfeys@mtu.edu for questions regarding the event.

Ready to turn your love for the outdoors into a way to make some extra cash this summer? Join the Outdoor Adventure Program team! We’re all about epic gear rentals and hosting unforgettable adventures like hiking, canoeing, and kayaking. Dive in and help us make every adventure an experience to remember!
Instructions: Fill out the application form. Make sure to select “Outdoor Adventure Program Staff” and “Summer Semester” for your application to be received!

Experience the glitz and the glamour of Las Vegas – right at home in Houghton! McNair Hall Association is hosting the 2025 MHA Vegas Night in collaboration with Film Board! We’re looking for volunteers to help us put on one of the biggest residence hall events of the year on March 22nd. Volunteers would be able to run games, serve as bankers or floaters, and help with set up and tear down. More information can be found at the 2025 MHA Vegas Night GivePulse event.

Volunteers must attend one of our mandatory training sessions so everyone knows the cards they’re being dealt.

If you’re not interested in volunteering, you’re more than welcome to stop by and play games like Blackjack, Texas Hold’em, Poker, Euchre, Bingo, and Roulette! There’s also some incredible prizes to win – like an XBox Series X, a Nintendo Switch, Airpods, self care bundles, laundry bundles, and more!

Film Board will also be showing the movie “Jurassic Park” during Vegas Night, and has partnered with MHA to provide popcorn and water to moviegoers. Attending Vegas Night is a great way to show support to two hard-working student orgs… and who knows, maybe you’ll be the one to win big!

Come join the German Club at our upcoming meetings! At our next meeting, we will be watching a film. All are welcome to join! We look forward to seeing you.

Location: Fisher 130
Date: Thursday, March 20, 2025
Time: 6pm

If you have questions, reach out to germanclub-l@mtu.edu

Interested in photonics, embedded systems, biomedical application, or power?

Want some free pizza?

Never seen a 1.2F capacitor?

Join the Wireless Communication Enterprise (WCE) tomorrow (3-13-25) at 7pm in DOW 641 (that’s the ground floor when coming from campus)! Learn more about who we are, what we do, and what you can do within WCE — and, of course, enjoy some free pizza! See/request more information here or email us at wce@mtu.edu!

Prepare for Design Expo and other term-end presentations the right way – with peer support, pizza, and help from dedicated library and university staff! You’re invited to these instructional work sessions to help you create compelling videos, visuals, and pitches for the projects you have dedicated so much time to! Registration is required.

Explain Your Project to Anybody Workshop
Practice talking about your design in a concise, easy to understand way. This will help you solidify content for your video and develop a short elevator pitch that you can share at your booth the day of the Expo. Come prepared to talk about your design and answer a few questions about it!

Thursday, March 13, 2025
2:00-3:00 pm
Library 244
Register Here

Posters, Images & Visualizations
We’ll cover principles you can use to ensure your posters and the images and data you display in them are readable and appealing and run through tools you can use to design supporting images. The second half of the session will be devoted to questions and open work time. Pick our brains as you think through how to best share your research.

Wednesday, March 19, 2025
2:00-3:00 pm
Library 244
Register Here

Head to the Enterprise website to check out all the workshops that we have to offer.

Students for Sustainability will be hosting our spring mug and book swap on Friday, March 21 from 1:00-4:00 p.m. in the exhibit space in the library on the first floor. Please stop by with some books or mugs to exchange for new ones to expand your personal library or mug collection! If you have any questions, please email Students for Sustainability (s4s@mtu.edu) or reach out to us on our instagram @s4s_mtu.

Come join us as CSX Director Engineering Standards and Capital Planning Joshua Marschke as he discusses data technology in the rail industry! Little Caesar’s will be served.

Masquerade Ball

Join us this Friday, March 14th, for a night at the Masquerade Ball! Feel free to dress up on theme, and as formal as you wish! The event is free for all students.

The Break Room: Pop-Up Rage Room

Stop by our pop-up break room to de-stress and SMASH something! Grab a plate and write down all your current worries and then shatter it to bits! Supplies and safety equipment will all be provided, so take a second between classes to find us near the husky statue! FREE for ALL STUDENTS While Supplies Last!

In its commitment to providing academic and professional development opportunities for its members and MTU graduate students, the African Students Organization (ASO) at MTU invites you to the Student Development Forum this Spring;

Theme: Engaging with the Dean of Students and Director of IPS
Date: March 24, 2025 (Monday)
Time: 5-7pm
Location: Fisher 135

Refreshments will be provided.

Join us for the Holi Celebration hosted by the Indian Students’ Association (ISA) on Saturday from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Walker Lawn A/B. Holi, the festival of colors, is a time of joy, unity, and celebration. Come experience the vibrant festivities with music, colors, and delicious food!

Tickets can be purchased in advance through the ticketing link (https://mtu.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?id=7626) or food items can be bought separately at the festival.

We invite everyone to be a part of this exciting event and make unforgettable memories!

For more details, visit the ISA website (https://isa.mtu.edu/).

Interstellar

When Earth becomes uninhabitable in the future, a farmer and ex-NASA pilot, Joseph Cooper, is tasked to pilot a spacecraft, along with a team of researchers, to find a new planet for humans.

Interstellar is rated PG-13

Friday (3/14) 5:30pm 8:30pm 11:30pm
Saturday (3/15) 5:30pm 8:30pm 11:30pm

Located on Michigan Tech’s campus in Fisher 135. Free admission for tech students and $5 for community members. Concessions are $1.50 card accepted. We hope to see you at the movie this weekend and have a great day.

Don’t forget the upcoming Friends of the Library Annual Book Sale in the MUB.
• Tuesday March 25 from 5-7 (members only but STUDENTS ENTER FOR FREE with ID)
• Wednesday March 26 from 10-4.
——> Prices from 50¢ to $2 per book. Bag sale at 3pm on Wednesday: all the books you can fit in a brown paper grocery bag for only $5! Thousands of used books on topics to please readers of all kinds, including kids! All proceeds benefit the library.

Volunteer opportunity with Friends of Library Book Sale

The Friends of the Michigan Tech Library is holding its annual BIG Annual Book Sale at the end of the month, Tuesday and Wed. March 25–26 in the Memorial Union Building (MUB) Ballroom. To pull it off, we need your help (and you and your RSO can get your volunteer hours in!).

On Tuesday we need set-up help from 12-4pm and at the end of the sale Friday 4-6pm we will be breaking down the sale and need some help again. We also need cashiers throughout the day on Friday (hour-long slots from 10-4. All these volunteer opportunities are on GivePulse.

Would you consider joining us? We so appreciate you! (And as a sweetener, setup volunteers get the first look at all the books and sometimes one of our donors will buy a few for you then… can’t promise, but just sayin…)

Register for the Cultural Resources Management Virtual Career Fair taking place on Tuesday, March 18 from 12-5 pm! This virtual fair is specially designed to help students studying for applied careers in cultural resources, including Anthropology and Archaeology, Geography, Sociology, Preservation, Architectural History, Planning, and allied fields.

With 19 employers and over 49 schools attending, this multi-school and multi-company fair creates a large pool of companies and students to maximize recruiting opportunities.

Sign up to attend today!

Are you an engineer, IT person, or architect? This special dance dive into Tango may be for you! All over the world, individuals in these careers as well as those who just love dance are drawn to Tango. Come and find out why!

Spring FLARE is coming up on Thursday March 20th from 6-9pm! We are looking for student orgs, local groups, and vendors who would like to host a table. If you have any interest, please fill out the form linked here or scan the QR code!

99 Striped Balloons-Huskies Pep Band Concert—Tomorrow, March 13, 2025

Rozsa Center | 7:30 p.m.

Michigan Tech Music Series

The Huskies Pep Band will raise the decibels with their annual concert at the Rozsa, featuring their classic upbeat jams and entertaining skits.

Available to watch in person, or on livestream.

RESCHEDULED – Zarna Garg Stand Up Comedy Tour—NEW DATE: Friday, February 6, 2026

This event has been rescheduled due to a conflict with the production schedule of Zarna Garg’s new television series currently in development. For more information, please read the frequently asked questions. 

All ticket holders have been contacted, and all tickets will be held in reserve for the new performance date unless a refund is requested by Friday, March 21st, 2025.

If you have reserved tickets that need to be refunded or have questions, please get in touch with the Rozsa Box Office.

Don K Weekend Jazz Festival—Friday & Saturday, March 28-29, 2025

McArdle Theatre | Weekend Lineup

Michigan Tech Jazz

The Annual Don K Weekend pays tribute to the founder of the Michigan Tech Jazz Studies Program, Don Keranen. The weekend includes three unique performances, a professional guest artist, and a masterclass led by Jazz Studies Director Adam Meckler.

The weekend will feature guest artist Steven Hobert, whose repertoire spans jazz, world music, and more. Hobert performs on piano, accordion, & vocals as a soloist, and works with Sirclesound, FireFlyForest, and Oudyano alongside renowned oud player Issam Rafea.

Concert Schedule:

Friday 7:30 p.m.

Saturday 6 p.m.

Saturday 8 p.m.How to reserve your Free Michigan Tech Student Rush Tickets.

The Huskies Pep Band loudly – proudly presents their 2025 concert titled “99 Striped Balloons” at the Rozsa Center on Thursday, March 13 at 7:30pm. Hearing protection advised. Admission is free for students!

There were many things about the MTU community that the late Darrell Sleeman would’ve loved. He really enjoyed school and being around friends. As a celebration of our community and the disabled community, there will be a showing of the Netflix documentary Crip Camp. Crip Camp discusses a disability-inclusive summer camp and the disability rights movement. This is a free event.

Give pop painting a try. Free for everyone, all supplies included. Come by the Alley Makerspace anytime from 6-8pm tonight.

Sign yourself or your team up on IMleagues.com! Please email imsports@mtu.edu with any questions.

Support the Biskaabiiyaang Collective at Michigan Tech!

The Biskaabiiyaang Collective at Michigan Tech is seeking volunteers to support their spring Pow Wow event. A Pow Wow is a traditional gathering with drumming, dances, and singing.

Various Shifts – Friday, March 21st from 6:00pm to Saturday, March 22nd, 2025 10:00pm

All first-year students (<24 credits) should receive midterm grades. Students with 2 or more “U” or unsatisfactory grades will be asked to meet with a staff member to make a plan moving forward.

The last day for ALL students to drop a class with a “W” is March 21, 2025. First-year students need to complete a form and email it to schedule@mtu.edu. All other students can email schedule@mtu.edu indicating which classes they want dropped.

Don’t forget to practice healthy habits to avoid getting sick by regularly washing your hands with soap and water or use hand sanitizer. Make sure you get enough sleep, maintain a balanced diet rich in fruits and vegetables, and stay hydrated. If you will miss three or more days of class, you may need an excused absence, follow the absence policy and email your instructors.

In Student Leadership and Involvement, we often hear from groups that had a “bad transition” between student organizations leaders. They lack historical knowledge, miss deadlines they weren’t familiar with, and have to spend valuable time recreating what should already exist. Are you looking to ensure your organization’s leadership doesn’t end up in this challenging position?

Attend HuskyLEAD: Effective Leadership Transitions to learn effective strategies for:

-Retaining digital documents

-Carrying on consistent relationships with campus partners

-Sharing necessary information with incoming officers

-Hosting effective transition meetings

A variety of resources and sample documents will be shared. Time will be provided throughout the workshop for attendees to take action steps on transition planning. It is recommended that multiple organization leaders attend together and that they bring laptops with access to any relevant organizational documents. 

Date: Wednesday, March 19th

Time: 4:00-5:00 PM

Location: Fisher 129

If you are interested in attending, please register here. Additionally, if you have any questions about this event, please email Student Leadership & Involvement at activites@mtu.edu. We hope to see you there!

Get ready to groove at Club MUB on Saturday, March 8th from 9:30-11:30 p.m.! We are going to light up the night in the MUB Ballroom for this black light DJ dance party. This event is filled with good company, the latest beats, and the tastiest mocktails. Featuring DJs from Sound Girls, you’ll be sure to be bumping on the dancefloor all night, so don’t miss out! Don’t forget to wear colors that jam with black lights!

Have a favorite song? Send your request now (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdofg6ZECGJXT5tbSHHabo1fi_JfPCehO0yWUZbfdp4ckDXOA/viewform?usp=header) to Sound Girls and they’ll bring it to life at Club MUB.

Mark your calendars, put on your neon, and get ready for a night to remember–Saturday, March 8 at 9:30 p.m. in the MUB Ballroom. Free!

The deadline ​to enroll in the UnitedHealthcare (UHC) Student Health Insurance Plan for Spring semester, with coverage from 01/09/2025 through 05/07/2025, is Sunday, March 9th.

A​re you already enroll​ed in ​the UnitedHealthcare ​Student ​Health ​Insurance ​Plan and need your ID card? UHC does not send ID cards via mail or email. You can access your account by going to https://www.uhcsr.com/ and navigating to “Login to My Account.”

Visit Michigan Tech’s Student Insurance webpage, https://www.mtu.edu/hr/students/insurance/, for more information on the 2024-2025 United Healthcare plan design and rates​ and instructions for enrollment​.

For any questions, email studentinsurance@mtu.edu or call 906-487-1088.

On behalf of Student Affairs and Transportation Services, we are deeply grateful for the incredible compassion and generosity through our first annual parking citations forgiveness and food donation program, Can the Citation. The remarkable efforts made a profound impact on our community and the Michigan Tech HuskyFan.

Through this initiative, we were able to:
– Collect nearly 700 pounds of food to donate to the Michigan Tech HuskyFan
– Have 75 Individuals donate
– Have $2,395 worth of parking citations forgiven for 100 individuals
– See individuals donate who did not have any citations

This program is more than just numbers. It represents a community that cares. For each forgiven citation and every pound of food donated represents support and real assistance for our Husky community. We look forward to offering Can the Citation semesterly to continue to foster a community of support, inspiration, and care.

Join The Performance Club on March 10th from 5:00pm to 5:50pm in Walker 144 for a Shakespeare Workshop led by Nich Radcliffe!

Who doesn’t love a fun trivia competition? Even better, a trivia competition that supports speech, hearing, and animal charities? Delta Zeta will be hosting Hear me Out: A Trivia Night Fundraiser on Friday, March 7th from 6:00 to 8:00 pm in Fisher 139.

This will include six rounds of trivia with ten questions per round. Groups of four are welcome to participate for $12 per group. Please bring this amount in cash upon arriving to the event.

All proceeds from this event go towards our philanthropy partners: Starkey Hearing Foundation, American Society for Deaf Children, and Copper Country Humane Society.

The prize for participation is a gift card basket valued at $75!

For questions or more information, please contact Erin Loeschmann by email or text: ekloesch@mtu.edu, (262) 271-3531.

National Student Exchange is a consortium of ~180 universities across the US, Canada, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands. As a consortium member, Michigan Tech’s students have the opportunity to spend a semester or academic year at any of the other participating universities! Visit the National Student Exchange website (https://nse.org/) to learn where you can go!

You would be billed just as you normally would for a semester at MTU, and you would be able to maintain any MTU scholarships you regularly receive!

Want to learn how it all works? Schedule an appointment with MTU’s Study Away and Abroad Manager, Casey Nelson, from the links below.

Schedule an in-person appointment
Schedule an appointment over Zoom

NSE’s Priority Placement Expo takes place March 5th, so be sure to submit your application by then to give yourself the best chance of being placed at your top-choice of university!

Need more time to think it over? No worries! Many participating universities will still be accepting applicants after Priority Placements.

Michigan Tech Recreation invites you to participate in our Indoor Triathlon on Wednesday, April 2nd, at 7:00 PM in the SDC Pool & Multipurpose Room. This event is open to MTU students and SDC Access Pass holders (minimum 1-month membership required).

Unlike a traditional triathlon, this event focuses on distance covered within a set time rather than fixed distances. Participants will complete a 10-minute swim, 15-minute bike ride, and 10-minute run, with transition time provided between each segment. All experience levels are welcome!

Event Details:
Date: Wednesday, April 2nd, 7:00 PM
Location: SDC Pool & Multipurpose Room
Cost: Free (registration required) *must be a current student or SDC member*

Registration Information:
Opens: February 19th at 8:00 AM
Closes: March 25th at 11:59 PM

Register HERE

Participant Requirements:
Must be an MTU student or SDC Access Pass holder (minimum 1-month membership)
Must be 16 years or older

Spots are limited, so be sure to register early. We look forward to seeing you at the event!

Nourish to Flourish Husky Hour

Ditch the diet culture and discover a healthier, more balanced relationship with food! Join us for an insightful event on intuitive eating, where we’ll explore how to listen to your body, trust your hunger cues, and enjoy food without guilt. This is a great opportunity to learn how to develop a more positive relationship with eating and we’ll be making salads in a jar for you to take home!
March 13, 4pm-5pm
Wadsworth Hall Eatery

Introduction to Strength Training Workshop

Ready to feel stronger and more confident in the gym? Join us for one of our Introduction to Strength Training Workshops, a beginner-friendly workshop tailored for those who are new to working out or looking to build confidence in a supportive environment. You’ll learn proper techniques, develop a personalized approach to fitness, and leave with tips to make your workout journey empowering and enjoyable. All fitness levels are welcome—this is your first step toward feeling great in the gym! Register here.
Saturday, March 8. Session 1 10-11:30am, Session 2 2-3:30pm
QuadCore Gym, Wadsworth Hall

March Cookies and Coloring

Stressed out? Find your calm at Cookies and Coloring! This laid-back event is all about slowing down, enjoying some sweet snacks, and taking a moment to breathe and create.
Friday, March 14, 2-4pm
Hamar House

March Board Game Night

Beat the Winter Blues with some board games! Join Jim, his student workers, and Board Gamers Anonymous for some fun and friendly competition
Wednesday, March 5, from 6-8pm
Wadsworth Hall Annex (G11)

March Let’s Talk

Let’s Talk offers a convenient way for Michigan Tech students to get mental health support. These one-on-one consultations with a counselor are free, confidential, and informal—perfect for addressing a specific concern or exploring your options for support.

Monday, March 17 from 1-3 pm

Hamar House

Healthy Relationships Husky Hour

Join us for a powerful and interactive training about building healthy relationships in partnership with the One Love Foundation. Whether you’re navigating romantic relationships, friendships, or family dynamics, this training will help you identify the signs of healthy vs. unhealthy relationships and teach you how to create boundaries, communicate effectively, and foster respect. With a combination of videos, handouts and engaging discussion, students will leave this Husky Hour feeling empowered and with the skills to better navigate their relationships.

Chemistry Learning Center Coach
The Chemistry Learning Center (CLC) is hiring coaches and weekly review leaders for 2025-26. Applications are available here. Coaches answer questions and provide guidance related to introductory chemistry courses at Michigan Tech. The CLC is a team environment where coaches regularly look to each other to answer questions and problem solve. The CLC also has a weekly meeting where upcoming course content is reviewed. Typically, coaches work between 4-8 hours per week. Weekly review leaders typically work around 7 hours per week. Applicants for CLC positions will need to have completed University Chemistry II (or equivalent) prior to fall 2025.

Spots remain on this summer’s Study Away program: Wales 2025 Community Transformations. From national museums to national parks, experience how the Welsh Government has forged its own globally recognized path for environmental and cultural sustainability. Connect with community members and managers of World Heritage Sites to better understand the challenges of a lost industrial economy and the shift towards tourism. Earn up to 10 credits in Summer B to fulfill HASS requirements, add a minor, or start progress toward an Accelerated MS degree. Apply today or reach out to Director Dr. Mark Rhodes (marhodes@mtu.edu) with questions ahead of the March 7th deadline.

It’s that time of year! The Doghouse Classic is an original Michigan Tech event that saw its beginnings over 30 years ago under the direction of Kevin Borseth, head women’s basketball coach at the time.

The tournament will take place in the SDC Multipurpose Room on six competition courts. The number of teams registered will determine the number of divisions and the tournament format for each division. The preferred format will be a double-elimination bracket. Tournament brackets will not be available until the day of the tournament.

REGISTER NOW

Tournament Details:

Divisions: Boys and girls divisions for grade levels 4-8, JV, Varsity, and Men’s and Women’s Opens.

Cost: $120 per team (four players per team)

Registration Closes: March 31, 2025

This tournament is an excellent opportunity to have some fun playing 3-on-3 basketball in a friendly yet competitive environment. Prizes will be awarded for division champs, and event swag will be available for all participants!

Visit Michigan Tech Recreation’s Doghouse Classic Spring 2025 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament page to learn more and sign up.

Students in grades K-6 are invited to join the Michigan Tech Dance Team for a fun dance clinic and performance! Participants will learn a short pom routine alongside team members on March 28th from 5-7 PM at the SDC, then showcase their moves the next day at our annual Spring Showcase. The $25 registration fee includes a team shirt. We encourage early sign-ups, as the event may be canceled due to low interest.
For registration, visit this link.
Additionally, please send any questions to the dance team email (danceteam@mtu.edu).
Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to dance with the team!

Looking for a fun evening with friends? Come tubing with IRHC on Wednesday, March 5th! Tickets are free and a shuttle will be provided! Please RSVP here!

Please note this event is intended for students currently living in the residence halls.

Join us for WIBIT Wednesday – Registration for our March 5th session is open! Test your individual skills on the course or challenge your friend to a race across the obstacles.

REGISTER HERE

Potential featured pieces include:
The Step — This piece allows users to climb up onto the course.
The Base — Users must make their way across a horizontal surface. Be careful how fast you move, as it can get slippery!
The Cliff — Users must navigate either side of a slope using the handles and their balancing skills.
V-Connect — Users must use limited footing space to navigate across the horizontal structure.
The Bridge — Users must navigate up and over an arched structure without falling through.
The Slope — Users must climb up a six-foot wall that leads to a slide into the pool water below!

Can’t make it? Come visit us next time!
Wednesday, April 9, 5:00-8:00 pm | Step, Cliff, Bridge, Slope

For more information, visit our website | www.michigantechrecreation.com

YAMATO: The Drummers of Japan World Tour—Saturday, March 8

Rozsa Center | 7:30 p.m.

Rozsa Presenting Series

Witness the staggering display of physical strength that has captivated over 6 million people across 54 countries.

Their brand new show, “Hito no Chikara—The Power of Human Strength,” pushes the performers to their limits as they use their entire bodies to produce thunderous music that will leave you exhilarated by the spectacular, high-energy, and explosive performance.

Michigan Tech Students are eligible for free Student Rush Tickets, sponsored by Experience Tech Fee.

How to reserve your Free Michigan Tech Student Rush Tickets.

Learn to crochet with Craft Club! Come make a leggy frog on Tuesday, March 11th from 7-9pm in the Makerspace (MUB Basement). All supplies and instructions included, and all skill levels welcome. RSVP on our Involvement Link!

Dear Poetry Lovers and Book Enthusiasts,

Dr. Pritam Mandal, Adjunct Assistant Professor of Physics at Michigan Tech, is thrilled to announce the publication of his first poetry book, Mist of Magic: 30 Heartfelt Poems on Love and Loss!
Written during his PhD journey, this collection is deeply personal, capturing the raw emotions of love, longing, and loss that shape our lives. Each poem reflects moments of beauty, pain, and the resilience of the human heart. If you appreciate poetry that speaks to the soul, this book may resonate with you.

“Thank you in advance for your support! I’d love to hear your thoughts—your reviews and reflections would mean the world to me.” — Dr. Pritam Mandal

– Mist of Magic is now available on Amazon:

– USA: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DXRVT2VF
– India: https://www.amazon.in/dp/B0DXRVT2VF
– Available worldwide on Amazon in respective regions.

Dr. Mandal also shares his passion for creative writing and its connection to science:
“I believe poetry and creative writing can enhance our ability to visualize and communicate complex ideas. Expressing emotions and thoughts through words refines our imagination—an essential skill in both literature and science. Translating abstract ideas into vivid imagery is central to both poetry and physics.”
For further details, feel free to reach out:

Dr. Pritam Mandal
Adjunct Assistant Professor, Physics, Michigan Technological University
PhD in Physics, Kent State University, OH, USA
pmanda2@mtu.edu

#Poetry #NewBook #MistOfMagic #LoveAndLoss #CreativeWriting #PhysicsAndPoetry #BookLovers #PoetryCommunity #MTU

About the Book:
A shy, introspective boy from the plains of Bengal and a free-spirited girl from a mountain town in India—both in their early twenties, both dreamy and daring—find their paths entwined while pursuing PhDs at a picturesque university in the USA.

She, a researcher immersed in rainforest biodiversity, moves through life with effortless grace, her radiant smile captivating many. He, lost in the mysteries of astrophysics, quietly drowns in the depths of his unspoken love. While he hesitates, she, with an elegant maturity, navigates the affections of admirers, unknowingly becoming the muse of his silent longing.

Their story begins on a golden summer evening at a professor’s riverside pub. From that moment, their journey unfolds like a mountain river—meandering through valleys, over loops and rocks, through rugged terrains and soft meadows, braving thick and thin woods—until, one day, it vanishes into the dark unknown.

But when she finally reaches for his hand, he finds his voice—not in words, but in music. To You and Why Do You Love Me So Much become the melodies of his heart, echoing a love both profound and fleeting.

As she earns her doctorate and disappears into an untraceable horizon, he is left with nothing but his verses—poems born of longing, love, and loss.

This collection is his diary, a testament to a love that burned bright and slipped away, leaving behind only poetry.

Author’s Brief Bio:
Pritam Mandal hails from Tisha, a village near Kolkata in Hooghly district, West Bengal, India. He earned his PhD in Physics in the USA after completing an M.Sc. in Physics from IIT Bombay, India, and later pursued postdoctoral research at KAUST, Saudi Arabia.

His debut novel, Rains from a Smoky Sky (2017), is written as the diary of a village girl navigating a world where science, technology, and human resilience intersect to combat pollution and inspire hope. Currently under revision, the book is not available for purchase.

Beyond academia, Pritam has served as the founding principal of an undergraduate college in India and has taught Physics at both high school and university levels. He currently teaches Physics at Michigan Technological University in Houghton, Michigan, where he lives with his wife, Libia, and their daughter, Isha.

An avid reader, traveler, and explorer, Pritam finds solace in poetry, storytelling, and cricket while delving into the mysteries of the universe through physics and verse. He weaves emotions into words that resonate across time and space, driven by a deep desire to help build a sustainable society and a thriving Earth for all species.

Connect with him on Facebook: @EternalTravelerPritam

The LEAP program is designed to support students in their first-year engineering courses and if you have a passion for helping students, you should consider applying.

Have you ever utilized a HuskyFAN (Husky Food Access Network) resource or volunteered at the HuskyFAN pantry? We would love to hear about your experience. Consider joining us on March 12 from 12:30 to 1:30 PM for a focus group led by the HuskyFAN Student Coordinator and a student research team! The feedback we receive in this focus group will influence what we include in an upcoming campus food security assessment survey, and daily operations in the HuskyFAN.

Lunch will be provided from the Keweenaw Co-op, and $10 Velodrome gift cards will be given to those who attend.

Please RSVP at this link. The first 15 people who RSVP will be registered for the focus group. Questions can be directed to huskyfan@mtu.edu. If you are unable to attend but would still like to contribute, please use the same link to add any comments.

This is a part of a larger research project studying campus food access at Michigan Tech University supervised by Dr. Angie Carter, Department of Social Sciences.

Thanks for your consideration,

Maggie Denney, Katherine Loff-Peterson, and Ellie Rizk

We are so excited to have Heather Wright Wendel joining us to share her expertise on permaculture and small-scale, regenerative growing. We will share conversations around permaculture, garden planning, and sustainable food practices, with plenty of opportunity for Q and A. We will also be assembling plant starts for the Wadsworth and SDH gardens.

The house will be available for observation, including all of the systems that are present for our open houses. One of our tenants will be happy to give a guided tour if there is interest. Our systems include:
– Solar panels and batteries
– Vermicompost, bokashi compost, three-bin outdoor compost
– Hydroponics (two kinds!)
– Aquaponics
– Waste, water, and electricity tracking and reduction
– Energy and water efficient appliances

This is a free event, open to everyone!

Hey Huskies!
Looking for the ultimate summer gig? Summer Youth Programs is hiring! Spend your summer gaining hands-on experience, building leadership skills, and making a real impact—all while having a blast.
We need energetic, passionate team players to help us create an unforgettable summer. Whether you love working with kids, leading fun activities, or just want to be part of something meaningful, this is your chance to make a difference. You’ll work with an awesome crew, develop skills that look great on a resume, and show off everything that makes our campus and community special.
Ready for a summer you won’t forget? We’d love to have you on board! Learn more and apply today
Got questions? Stop by our office (Admin 217), email us at outreach@mtu.edu, or give us a call at 906-487-2219—we’re happy to chat!

The Graduate Student Government wishes to invite you to participate in the Graduate Research Colloquium (GRC) 2025, an excellent opportunity to showcase your research, enhance your presentation skills, and engage with the university community.
To present as a graduate student, register via https://forms.gle/gV5SBFNX5YbFXm7C8
For faculty and staff who want to volunteer as judges, register via https://forms.gle/NuvDXEnsdjsiznYM6
Important Dates:
• March 7: Registration Closes
• March 14: Posters and Abstracts Due
• March 25 (9 AM – 2 PM): Oral Presentations (MUB Alumni Lounge)
• March 25 (5 PM – 8 PM): Poster Presentations (Rozsa Lobby)
• March 26 (5 PM – 8 PM): Annual GRC Awards Banquet (Rozsa Lobby)
Participation Benefits:
• Awards: Compete for cash prizes—$300 for first place, $200 for second, and $100 for third in both oral and poster categories.
Eligibility:
All graduate students are encouraged to participate, whether through oral presentations, poster presentations, or both.
For any questions, visit the GSG website at https://gsg.mtu.edu/grc/, or contact gsg-research@mtu.edu.
We look forward to your participation in making GRC 2025 a success.

Elphaba, a young woman ridiculed for her green skin, and Galinda, a popular girl, become friends at Shiz University in the Land of Oz. After an encounter with the Wonderful Wizard of Oz, their friendship reaches a crossroads.

Wicked is rated PG

Friday (3/7) 5:30pm 8:30pm 11:30pm
Saturday (3/8) 5:30pm 8:30pm 11:30pm

Located on Michigan Tech’s campus in Fisher 135. Free admission for tech students and $5 for community members. Concessions are $1.50 card accepted. We hope to see you at the movie this weekend and have a great day.

Join the Transit Equity Advocates for our second meeting on Friday at 3:20pm in Fisher 127! We’re an advocacy group for better transportation options on campus and will be discussing our ongoing project. Anyone is free to join!

Dive deep into the world of surface chemistry at the upcoming XPS Workshop hosted by Women in Physics. Perfect for those interested in the cutting-edge of material analysis, this workshop held on March 20th, 1 PM – 4 PM, offers an introductory yet comprehensive look at XPS techniques. The lecture will be held in M&M 607, followed by a hands-on demo in M&M 633. Act fast to secure your spot, as the workshop is limited to only 20 participants for the lecture, with a special opportunity for the first 9 registrants to participate in the demo lab. Don’t miss out on this unique educational experience! Secure your spot now by scanning the QR code on the flyer or registering through the provided link.

We are excited to share that the Michigan Tech Collegiate DECA chapter has qualified to attend the International DECA Conference in San Francisco, CA! This is an incredible opportunity for our students to compete, network with industry leaders, and represent Michigan Tech on a global stage.

However, to make this experience possible, we need your support! Any donation, big or small, will help our 4 students attending cover travel, lodging, and conference fees. Your generosity will help equip these future business leaders with the skills and experience needed to succeed in the global marketplace.

You can donate at the link below:
https://gofund.me/08ab27bf

Sign yourself or your team up on IMleagues.com! Please email imsports@mtu.edu with any questions.

Support The Great Bear Chase Ski Marathon!

It’s full steam ahead for the 2025 UP Health System Great Bear Chase, which takes place on March 8. Over 100 volunteers are needed to make the 2025 race happen! There are opportunities that take place prior to the race, as well as lots of help needed race day. You can see a list of volunteers needed, descriptions and shifts as well as sign up to volunteer on our website.

Saturday, March 8th, 2025 from 1:15am to 10:30am

Transportation Services has announced two additional shuttle routes.
Husky Shadow – a second shuttle to the Husky Campus Route that will alternate at peak times to transport more members of the campus community.
Daniell Heights Express – a dedicated shuttle from the MUB Stop directly to Daniell Heights and then directly back (also at peak times).
For more detailed information, check out our website and as always, for the most updated information, download the TripShot app.

Spring Break is next week! Remember no homework, tests, or quizzes over Spring Break. Make sure to have fun and relax!

Mid-term grades will be out the week after Spring Break (for first-year students only).

Get ready to groove at Club MUB on Saturday, March 8th from 9:30-11:30 p.m.! We are going to light up the night in the MUB Ballroom for this black light DJ dance party. This event is filled with good company, the latest beats, and the tastiest mocktails. Featuring DJs from Sound Girls, you’ll be sure to be bumping on the dancefloor all night, so don’t miss out! Don’t forget to wear colors that jam with black lights!

Have a favorite song? Send your request now to Sound Girls and they’ll bring it to life at Club MUB.

Mark your calendars, put on your neon, and get ready for a night to remember–Saturday, March 8 at 9:30 p.m. in the MUB Ballroom. Free!

Spring 2025 Michigan Tech Aquatics – PADI Open Water Scuba Course

Dive in with us – Registration for our PADI Open Water SCUBA Course opens January 30, 2025 at 8:00am!

This PADI Open Water Diver Course is conducted over two weekends and includes: 10 hours of academic instruction (some coursework to be completed independently), 10 hours of confined water training (SDC Pool) and 4 certification dives in Lake Superior (Marquette). Upon registration, students will be given all required reading material and paperwork to complete prior to the start of the course. Class size is limited.

Course Dates:
March 14
5:00pm-8:00pm – SDC Room 238
8:00pm-10:00pm – SDC Pool
March 15
7:00am-9:00am – SDC Pool
12:00pm-4:00pm – SDC Room 238
5:00pm-10:00pm – SDC Pool
March 16
8:00am-10:00am – SDC Pool
10:00am-12:00pm – SDC Room 238
April 5-6 or April 12-13
Open Dives in Marquette

REGISTER HERE

Questions? Contact Annie Bengry, Aquatics Manager, at 906-487-2995 or email ambengry@mtu.edu.

Michigan Tech Recreation | SDC Spring Break Open Rec Hours

For more information, visit www.michigantechrecreation.com.

Register for the Michigan Tech Rec Indoor Triathlon

Michigan Tech Recreation invites you to participate in our Indoor Triathlon on Wednesday, April 2nd, at 7:00 PM in the SDC Pool & Multipurpose Room. This event is open to MTU students and SDC Access Pass holders (minimum 1-month membership required).

Unlike a traditional triathlon, this event focuses on distance covered within a set time rather than fixed distances. Participants will complete a 10-minute swim, 15-minute bike ride, and 10-minute run, with transition time provided between each segment. All experience levels are welcome!

Event Details:
Date: Wednesday, April 2nd, 7:00 PM
Location: SDC Pool & Multipurpose Room
Cost: Free (registration required) *must be a current student or SDC member*

Registration Information:
Opens: February 19th at 8:00 AM
Closes: March 25th at 11:59 PM

Register HERE

Participant Requirements:
Must be an MTU student or SDC Access Pass holder (minimum 1-month membership)
Must be 16 years or older

Spots are limited, so be sure to register early. We look forward to seeing you at the event!

The Summer 2025 Financial Aid Application is now available and must be completed to be considered for any financial assistance. The application is available here or in the Financial Aid Office. Completed applications may be submitted to finaid@mtu.edu. Feel free to contact us at finaid@mtu.edu or 906-487-2622 with any questions.

Join the Railroad Engineering & Activities Club for our February general meeting! Hear from Union Pacific VP of Mechanical, Jeremy Givens. Domino’s pizza will be served, courtesy of Union Pacific.

Who doesn’t love a fun trivia competition? Even better, a trivia competition that supports speech, hearing, and animal charities?

Delta Zeta will be hosting Hear Me Out: A Trivia Night Fundraiser on Friday, March 7th from 6:00 to 8:00 pm in Fisher 139. This will include six rounds of trivia with ten questions per round.

Groups of four are welcome to participate for $12 per group. Please bring this amount in cash upon arriving at the event.

All proceeds from this event go towards our philanthropy partners: Starkey Hearing Foundation, American Society for Deaf Children, and Copper Country Humane Society.

The prize for participation is a gift card basket valued at $75!

For questions or more information, please contact Erin Loeschmann by email or text: ekloesch@mtu.edu, (262) 271-3531.

National Student Exchange is a consortium of ~180 universities across the US, Canada, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands. As a consortium member, Michigan Tech’s students have the opportunity to spend a semester or academic year at any of the other participating universities! Visit the National Student Exchange website to learn where you can go!

You would be billed just as you normally would for a semester at MTU, and you would be able to maintain any MTU scholarships you regularly receive!

Want to learn how it all works? Schedule an appointment with MTU’s Study Away and Abroad Manager, Casey Nelson, from the links below.

Schedule an in-person appointment
Schedule an appointment over Zoom

NSE’s Priority Placement Expo takes place March 5th, so be sure to submit your application by then to give yourself the best chance of being placed at your top-choice of university!

Need more time to think it over? No worries! Many participating universities will still be accepting applicants after Priority Placements.

Ready to feel stronger and more confident in the gym? Join us for one of our Introduction to Strength Training Workshops, a beginner-friendly workshop tailored for those who are new to working out or looking to build confidence in a supportive environment. You’ll learn proper techniques, develop a personalized approach to fitness, and leave with tips to make your workout journey empowering and enjoyable. All fitness levels are welcome—this is your first step toward feeling great in the gym! Register here!
Saturday, March 8. Session 1 10-11:30am, Session 2 2-3:30pm
QuadCore Gym, Wadsworth Hall

Beat the Winter Blues with some board games! Join Jim, his student workers, and Board Gamers Anonymous for some fun and friendly competition
Wednesday, March 5, from 6-8pm
Wadsworth Hall Annex (G11)

Hello Students!

As you head home–or perhaps somewhere warmer–for spring break, take 30-minutes to file your FAFSA for the 2025-2026 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, 2023 tax information, and assets at the time of FAFSA filing. Michigan Tech’s school code is 002292.

Financial Aid is happy to help with any questions that you may have. Contact us by phone at 90-487-2622 or by email at finaid@mtu.edu.

-The Michigan Tech Financial Aid Staff

HELP NEEDED! We are looking to fill some pretty important positions, and we need your help in doing so! Please look below on the immediate needs and make sure to visit <https://copperdog.org/volunteer/> to sign up! Already did? Sign up for another slot! Know someone? Get ’em to help and be part of our Volunteer Army!

It takes a village to put on CopperDog and there is absolutely no better way to participate! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR HELPING!

And don’t forget that the Volunteer Training for the 2025 event is happening this coming Friday at 5:30 PM at The Official Calumet High School! New to the race? It’s a must you come! Veteran? We would love to go over things again! And here is what we need filled (as of now);

Friday Night

Banner Installation Helper 8:30AM-Noon
#380 Copper City Rd 7:00PM-9:42PM
#219A Sotala Rd 8:20PM-12:22AM
#234 Gay-Lac La Belle 8:58PM-12:17AM
#219C Sotala Rd/US 41 9:12PM-1:10AM
#312 Trail 3/Lac La Belle Rd 9:19PM-12:58AM

Saturday

Dog Handlers in Copper Harbor, 11:30AM-4:00PM
Dog Handlers in Copper Harbor for the CD15 departure 2:30PM-4:00PM
Dog Handlers in Copper Harbor for the CD15 arrival 4:20-PM-7:00PM

Sunday

Dog Handling in Copper Harbor 8:30AM-10:00AM
#285 Copper Harbor US41 8:41AM-10:20AM
#410 Start of Brockway Mtn 8:42AM-10:25AM
#411 US41/Mandan 9:30AM-11:52AM
#312 Trail 3/Lac La Belle 9:40AM-12:21PM
#380 Copper City Rd 11:06AM-3:12PM
#390 Mayflower Rd 11:13AM-3:27PM
#20 Waterworks St 11:24AM-3:48PM
#10 Spruce St 11:25AM-3:50PM
Calumet Cleanup 4:00PM-6:00PM

Chemistry Learning Center Coach

The Chemistry Learning Center (CLC) is hiring coaches and weekly review leaders for 2025-26. Applications are available here. Coaches answer questions and provide guidance related to introductory chemistry courses at Michigan Tech. The CLC is a team environment where coaches regularly look to each other to answer questions and problem-solve. The CLC also has a weekly meeting where upcoming course content is reviewed. Typically, coaches work between 4-8 hours per week. Weekly review leaders typically work around 7 hours per week. Applicants for CLC positions will need to have completed University Chemistry II (or equivalent) prior to fall 2025.

The Alley Makerspace has left over scrap, and wants it gone! We have a table in the back with old 3D printer parts as well as bolts and fasteners. Please come and give our stuff a new life! Anything still on the table after spring break will be recycled/trashed.

Join the sisters of Alpha Gamma Delta for our Sunglass Decorating Outreach Event on Thursday, February 20th, from 6-7pm in Fisher 127

If you’re interested in learning more about our chapter and getting to know our sisters, join us in decorating sunglasses to get ready for spring break!

Worship Ambiance – A Night of Worship & Encounter!

Chi Alpha Christian Fellowship at Michigan Tech invites you to Worship Ambiance, a powerful night of praise, worship, and prayer in God’s presence!

Date: Tuesday, February 20, 2024
Time: 7:00 – 8:30 PM
Location: MTU Wadsworth G42W

Come expecting:
Uplifting Worship
Powerful Prayer
Spiritual Renewal

For more info, contact: 906-370-6035
chialphaofficer@mtu.edu
www.chialpha.mtu.edu

Come ready to experience God!

Spots remain on this summer’s Study Away program: Wales 2025 Community Transformations. From national museums to national parks, experience how the Welsh Government has forged its own globally recognized path for environmental and cultural sustainability. Connect with community members and managers of World Heritage Sites to better understand the challenges of a lost industrial economy and the shift towards tourism. Earn up to 10 credits in Summer B to fulfill HASS requirements, add a minor, or start progress toward an Accelerated MS degree. Apply today or reach out to Director Dr. Mark Rhodes (marhodes@mtu.edu) with questions ahead of the March 7th deadline.

Do you have questions and need answers? Are you struggling to figure out Involvement Link and need help? Have you stopped by our office and the person who could answer your questions was in a meeting?

Student Leadership and Involvement is now offering walk-in hours! If you have any questions or need help, you can come to see the staff member best suited to your needs. Below are the topics each of our staff members can help with:

Danielle Meirow – University Policies, Risk Management, and General RSO Support

Amy Hjerstedt – Fraternity/Sorority life, Late Night Program Partnerships, Risk Management, Governance, Fundraising, Involvement Link, Marketing on campus, Event planning

Taylor Piering – RSO Support (budgets, officer transitions, starting a new RSO, etc), Event planning, and Involvement Link

Emilie Sander – RSO Travel, Involvement Link, and General RSO Budgets

Walk-in Hours

Danielle – Sign up for an appointment

Amy – Wednesdays from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm, Thursday and Friday from 10:00 am to 11:00 am

Taylor – Mondays from 9:30 am to 12:00 pm, Thursdays from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm, and Fridays from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
*These hours will begin after March 4th due to budget hearings

Emilie – Sign up for an appointment

Please note: We will still be open as normal from 8:00 am to 5:00 Monday through Friday.

Creating a world that is sustainable, prosperous, and just presents a monumental challenge, and one that humans haven’t been particularly successful at achieving. During HuskyLEAD: Leading the Charge for a Sustainable Future, you can join in a conversation with the Office of Sustainability and Resilience to learn more about the most vexing issues and what you can do to make a difference.

Date: Monday, February 17th

Time: 4:00-5:00 PM

Location: MUB Alumni Lounge B

If you are interested in attending, please register here. Additionally, if you have any questions about this event, please email Student Leadership & Involvement at activites@mtu.edu. We hope to see you there!

Join Student Leadership and Involvement on Sunday, March 23rd from 1:00-4:30 PM in MUB Alumni Lounge C for GRIT: A Leadership Workshop. GRIT is an interactive, half-day leadership workshop designed to help you develop in the areas of motivation, perseverance, habit formation, and goal-setting. Through self-assessments, peer-to-peer conversations, and large group activities, each individual will come to understand more about themselves and how they can achieve individual success. The skills learned can aid students in working towards any aspiration – from leading their student organization to increasing their GPA to running a marathon. Come join your peers as together we gain resilience and inspire tenacity!

Limited space is available. Please RSVP on Involvement Link by Monday, March 17th. Every participant will receive free program materials, snacks, and a gift.

The Student Affairs CommUNITY Education Team and the Black Student Association (BSA) invite you to a fun evening of trivia in recognition and support of Black History Month.

The event will be held on Thursday, February 13, from 5-7pm in Rekhi G006. Prizes will be awarded to the top teams and light refreshments will be served. We hope to see you there!

If you have questions regarding the event or need any accommodations, reach out to kaylam@mtu.edu

Are you in need of some new clothing? Consider checking out the Husky Closet Collective for some new clothes! We offer a wide selection of t-shirts, sweatshirts, pants, coats, and shoes. All of the items within the closet are completely FREE for all Michigan Tech students! Come check it out located in Wadsworth Hall room G04W right next to the radio station! We are open Monday through Friday from 8am – 5pm.

Don’t forget to follow our Instagram @husky.closet.collective for more information about free clothing resources. If you have any questions, feel free to email us at huskycloset@mtu.edu.

February Let’s Talk

Not sure if counseling is right for you? Try Let’s Talk! This informal and confidential service is a chance to chat with a Michigan Tech counselor about mental health questions or concerns. Available to all students—stop by and start the conversation!

February Cookies and Coloring

Need a little relaxation in your day? Drop by Cookies and Coloring! Treat yourself to cookies and let your creativity flow with a variety of coloring pages. No artistic skills needed—just come and enjoy!

The Society of Medical Laboratory Scientists (SMLS) is hosting a Valentine’s Day bake sale in the Library from 10am-3pm on February 14th. We will be selling baked goods and science-themed Valentine’s with candy. Everyone needs a sweet treat on Valentine’s Day, and what better way to show your love to friends and partners with quirky Valentine’s? Gluten, nut, and egg-free items will be offered to those with allergies and sensitivities, too!

Proceeds go to supporting our students in furthering their education at the American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science (ASCLS) conference in April. This will help cover travel, hotel, and food costs.

Dive in with us – Registration for our PADI Open Water SCUBA Course opens January 30, 2025 at 8:00am!

This PADI Open Water Diver Course is conducted over two weekends and includes: 10 hours of academic instruction (some coursework to be completed independently), 10 hours of confined water training (SDC Pool) and 4 certification dives in Lake Superior (Marquette). Upon registration, students will be given all required reading material and paperwork to complete prior to the start of the course. Class size is limited.

Course Dates:
March 14
5:00pm-8:00pm – SDC Room 238
8:00pm-10:00pm – SDC Pool
March 15
7:00am-9:00am – SDC Pool
12:00pm-4:00pm – SDC Room 238
5:00pm-10:00pm – SDC Pool
March 16
8:00am-10:00am – SDC Pool
10:00am-12:00pm – SDC Room 238
April 5-6 or April 12-13
Open Dives in Marquette

REGISTER HERE

Questions? Contact Annie Bengry, Aquatics Manager, at 906-487-2995 or email ambengry@mtu.edu.

Register for Michigan Tech Spring Aquatics Programs

Registration for Session 2 of Spring 2025 Michigan Tech Aquatics programs is open!

Swimming programs are offered at the SDC for all ages and ability levels. We hope to see you at the pool!

Adult Huskies Swim Training (18 or older)
Adult Huskies Swim Lessons (18 or older)
Huskies Group Swim Lessons Parent & Child Aquatics (ages 6 months to 3 years)
Huskies Group Swim Lessons Preschool Aquatics (ages 4-5 years)
Huskies Group Swim Lessons Learn to Swim Levels 1-5 (ages 6-17 years)
Huskies Swim Training (ages 6-17 years)
Private & Semi-Private Lessons

Questions? Contact Aquatics Manager Annie Bengry at ambengry@mtu.edu or 906-487-2995.

If the class you are looking for is full, please fill out the waitlist form found here or contact Annie Bengry, Aquatics Manager, at ambengry@mtu.edu / 906-487-2995. We will try to add additional sections based on level demand.

No matter where you are in your journey, we want you to know that you are not alone. Our support group is a safe space for people of all identities to find community, share experiences, and support one another.

Whether you’re navigating coming out, dealing with challenges, or simply looking for a supportive space, we’re here for you. Stop by the Hamar House on February 13th from 4-5pm to be part of our passionate and supportive community.

Join us for the Spring 2025 Enterprise Day!
Date: Thursday, February 13, 2025
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Location: MUB Ballroom

Are you interested in learning more about Enterprise at Michigan Tech? Maybe you are thinking about joining Enterprise, but are not sure which team is right for you? Learn more by talking with program staff and students from various Enterprise teams, all in one place!

Participants are able to visit in-person between 6 – 8 p.m. During this time, participants may move between multiple tables to ask questions, check out current projects, and network with team representatives. Learn more about our Enterprise Teams, and check us out on Instagram!

Do you like math? Do you enjoy helping others learn math? Have you been told that you’re good at teaching people? Then you should apply to work for the Math Learning Center!
The MLC is currently hiring new coaches to start work in Fall 2025.

Prospective coaches must be planning to complete or have completed the following courses: Calc 1-3, Linear Algebra, and Differential Equations. Any level of statistics is beneficial but not required.

All applicants must take the Basic Skills Test, which designed to identify applicants with strong algebraic foundations. The test will be administered on February 12th and 13th from 6-7pm in Fisher 130. Applicants only need to attend one session. If you cannot make either date, please email mlc@mtu.edu. More information on the Basic Skills Test can be found on the application.

Send your completed application as a pdf to mlc@mtu.edu by February 14th at 11:59pm.

If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, please email mlc@mtu.edu.

Join us for an architectural adventure! Model dinosaurs will be hidden in the snow around campus and will be marked with X’s, find them and bring them to the MUB table in the library! Watch out though because not every marked spot will lead to a dino! Those that find the most dinos will be awarded a dinosaur costume. Make sure to remember where you found each dino, the search begins at 9 am! Stay tuned on our social media for updated counts of how many dinos are left!

Fisher 138 will be jamming with some Music Trivia on February 19th! We will be hosting two rounds of one-hour games, each hour filled with a game of Kahoot and a game of Jeopardy. There will be prizes for the top five in each Kahoot game, and the top four will move on to a game of Jeopardy! Game 1 is set to start at 6pm, and Game 2 is set to start at 7pm.

HuskyEats will be hosting another week of celebrations for their Joyful Series, this one called Delightful, during the week of February 10th -14th.

The week is action packed with events and activities for students to participate in while enjoying a meal in the dining halls. The mission of joyful is to create moments of joy through food and delightful also encourages students to carry out random acts of kindness (like sending a Thank You card). You can find more resources to spread kindness at our events listed below:

Monday 2/10: Send A Thank You Card to Someone | The Food Hall at Wadsworth Hall

Tuesday 2/11: DIY Overnight Oats | The Food Hall at Wadsworth Hall, Lunchtime

Wednesday 2/12: Action Station Crepes | The Food Hall at DHH, 7-9am

Thursday 2/13: Palentine’s Day Menu | The Eatery At McNair, 4:30-7:30pm

Friday 2/14: Join Jim | The Eatery At McNair, 11-1:30PM

(Dineoncampus.com/mtu)

For any questions about the event: wgc@mtu.edu

Come help Blue Key recap Winter Carnival 2025 on Thursday, Feb. 13th 7pm in Rekhi Hall G002! Anyone who participated in Winter Carnival 2025 is welcome to come! What went well? What could be improved for Winter Carnival 2026? Come with constructive feedback and help make next year even better!

Not feeling the Valentine’s Day vibe? Or just want an excuse to smash some piñatas? Heart Breakers is the event for you!

What’s Happening?
Piñatas – take out your stress in the sweetest way!
Cookie decorating – because even heartbreak tastes better with frosting.
LEGO raffle – win some awesome bricks to build (or break) your own creations!

The magically long-haired Rapunzel has spent her entire life in a tower, but now that a runaway thief has stumbled upon her, she is about to discover the world for the first time, and who she really is.

Tangled is rated PG

Friday (2/14) 5:30pm 8:30pm 11:30pm
Saturday (2/15) 5:30pm 8:30pm 11:30pm

Located on Michigan Tech’s campus in Fisher 135. Free admission for tech students and $5 for community members. Concessions are $1.50 card accepted. We hope to see you at the movie this weekend and have a great day.

The Summer 2025 Financial Aid Application is now available and must be completed to be considered for any financial assistance. The application is available on our website or in the Financial Aid Office. Completed applications may be submitted to finaid@mtu.edu. Feel free to contact us at finaid@mtu.edu or 906-487-2622 with any questions.

The Black Student Association (BSA) is hosting our annual Soul Train Night this Saturday (2/15) from 7-9pm. Join us for a fun night of music and dancing! Food will offered until supplies last. Hope to see you there!

Interested in improving local transit in Houghton and Hancock? Join the Transit Equity Advocates for our first meeting on Friday, February 14th at 3:30pm in Fisher 127! Meetings will be held biweekly, where we will discuss ongoing advocacy projects and any relevant events. Note that this is an unofficial club (for now!) and we are looking for more members!

Join The Performance Club on February 17th from 5:00pm to 5:50pm in Walker 144 for an Acting 1 Workshop led by Nich Radcliffe!

Hello there!
Grad SWE happy to announce our First Social Gathering this Spring semester! Please, join to our Round Table Painting and will spend Valentine’s Day with friends.
We will be happy to have you there!

Fashion Show: Threading Empathy – Michigan Tech Theatre—Thursday-Saturday, Feb. 13-15

McArdle Theatre | 7:30 p.m.

Michigan Tech Theatre Series

Threading Empathy features a dynamic runway show with a gallery space and a competition for participants. This year’s theme explores techno-fashion and empathy. This event features futuristic designs that integrate elements like interactive LED walls and… robot models.

Isle Royale 85th Anniversary – Keweenaw Symphony Orchestra and Art Exhibit—Saturday, Feb. 15
Rozsa Center | 5-7 p.m. Artist Reception | 7:30 p.m. Concert

Michigan Tech Music Series

Celebrate Isle Royale National Park’s 85th anniversary with a symphony and gallery exhibit at the Rozsa. View works by Artists-in-Residence, talk with park rangers, then, the Keweenaw Symphony Orchestra premieres the Isle Royale inspired work by composer Libby Meyer. The program also includes Anton Bruckner’s Symphony No. 7 in E Major, first movement, and Aaron Copland’s Four Dance Episodes from Rodeo.

5-7 p.m. – Isle Royale Artist-in-Residence Exhibit Reception

6:30-7:30 p.m. – Chat with park rangers amid Isle Royale Exhibits

6:45 p.m. – Meet Composer Libby Meyer with live poetry by M. Bartley Seigel

7:30 p.m. – Keweenaw Symphony Orchestra Concert

Music for a Sacred Space—Saturday, Feb. 15
St. Joseph Church, Lake Linden | 7:30 p.m.

Michigan Tech Music Series

conScience: Michigan Tech Chamber Singers and Michigan Tech Concert Choir join in a concert of sacred music at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Lake Linden. Free admission, donations appreciated at the door. Proceeds from this concert go to support the Society of St. Vincent de Paul.

Michigan Tech Students are eligible for free Student Rush Tickets, sponsored by Experience Tech Fee. How to reserve your Free Michigan Tech Student Rush Tickets.

Join the German Club for our second meeting ever! We will be having a game night playing games such as Catan, Werwolf, Sächsischer Schweiz Monopoly, and any other German-based games people are willing to bring. All are welcome to join! We look forward to seeing you.

Location: Fisher 133
Date: Thursday, February 13, 2025
Time: 6pm

If you have any questions, reach out to germanclub-l@mtu.edu

Please join the Husky Amateur Lego Organization this Saturday (February 15th) for a build-a-thon. Drop by the Alley Makerspace (MUB Basement) anytime between Noon and 4 pm for some cozy and relaxing lego-building time. We have lots of Lego sets and bulk Lego to choose from. Light refreshments will be provided.
Date: Saturday – 2.15.25
Time: Noon – 4PM
Location: The Alley Makerspace (MUB Basement)

Thursday, February 13, 2025
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Wadsworth Hall – Room G42W

Enjoy fellowship, joy, and meaningful conversations in a welcoming space. Come connect with friends, grow in faith, and experience the love of Jesus together!

Visit https://chialpha.mtu.edu/index.php/event/friends-of-jesus-hangout-6/ for details.

It’s Winter Carnival time! Yesterday you received an email from me with the subject: Winter Carnival Safety Message. Please read it, it has important information to keep in mind while enjoying Winter Carnival. Remember, we want everyone to have fun but also stay safe!

Just a reminder, there should be no exams during Winter Carnival, but homework is okay as long as it was assigned ahead of time.

Remember the guy who hypnotized Howie Mandel on America’s Got Talent?!

ChrisJones is a hypnotist, comedian and the host of the prank series Double Take on Facebook Watch. In each episode of the new series, Jones conspires with a different celebrity (from John Cena to Pamela Anderson and NeNe Leakes) to give one adoring fan the surprise of a lifetime: meeting and interacting with their idol in a range of crazy circumstances, though – under hypnosis – unable to recognize them.

Friday, February 7 at 10 p.m. in the Varsity Gym in the SDC. Brought to you by Blue Key National Honor Society, Inter-Residence Housing Council (IRHC), MUB Board, and Student Leadership and Involvement’s Late Night Program. Join us for a FREE Friday night show where you’ll have a chance to get hypnotized!

For more details, go to Involvement Link: https://www.involvement.mtu.edu/event/10746242

Winter Carnival is this week, and Blue Key is still looking for 3 more volunteers from the student body and community to help staff one of our events. By signing up to staff firepits, you are helping to guarantee a continuation of a beloved Winter Carnival event and earning service hours in the process! Please consider signing up using the GivePulse link below for staffing fire pits by the pier during the fireworks and torchlight parade. With your help, we can make this Winter Carnival full of KNIGHTS to remember!

Firepits Link

Keeping members engaged and involved is crucial to the success of any group, including RSOs. Without proper engagement, retaining members can become a challenge. HuskyLEAD: Strategies for Member Engagement & Retention will teach proven techniques for boosting participation and maintaining long-term commitment within your group. Listed below are details about the event.

Date: Tuesday, February 11th

Time: 4:00-5:00 PM

Location: Fisher 125

If you are interested in attending, please register here. Additionally, if you have any questions about this event, please email Student Leadership & Involvement at activites@mtu.edu. We hope to see you there!

Creating a world that is sustainable, prosperous, and just presents a monumental challenge, and one that humans haven’t been particularly successful at achieving. During HuskyLEAD: Leading the Charge for a Sustainable Future, you can join in a conversation with the Office of Sustainability and Resilience to learn more about the most vexing issues and what you can do to make a difference.

Date: Monday, February 17th

Time: 4:00-5:00 PM

Location: MUB Alumni Lounge B

If you are interested in attending, please register here. Additionally, if you have any questions about this event, please email Student Leadership & Involvement at activites@mtu.edu. We hope to see you there!

An exclusive long-sleeve shirt will be offered for the donors at our drive only! Come donate blood and get a limited-edition shirt!

The Spring 2025 Blood Drive will be on February 11th and 12th from 10 AM until 4 PM in the Memorial Union Building Ballroom.

The American Red Cross recommends everyone make an appointment, however, walk-ins are welcome based on availability. To Schedule an appointment please call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or make an appointment online prior to the drive. 

Learn more on the American Red Cross Website:

1. Eligibility Requirments

2. Type of Blood Donations

3. How Blood Donations Help

4. Common Concerns

Join the Daily Bull tonight in “protesting” whatever silliness comes to mind! Want more brooms and less balls? More balls and less brooms? Voice it with the rest of us as we march around campus with cardboard signs and no real movement besides that of our appendages. Need a refresher of the ABCs? Yeah, we can probably chant that, too.

Note: This is Winter Carnival, so we do have to keep it PG — we would not like to end up in the penalty box

Feel free to contact bull@mtu.edu (or join our Discord) for more information!

Ready, Aim, Fire! Join us for an exciting and educational evening at Ladies Night at the Shooting Range. Whether you’re a seasoned shooter or a first-timer, this event is designed to introduce you to the fundamentals of pistol shooting in a fun, safe, and supportive atmosphere. Come learn proper safety and handling techniques, try out a variety of pistols, and find the one that feels right for you—all while having a great time with other women at the range!

Event Details:
Where: SDC Indoor Range
When: February 13th, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Cost: $15 (Includes 50 rounds of .22 LR ammo)

What You Get:
Introductory pistol shooting experience
50 rounds of .22 LR ammo
Opportunity to try out different pistols
Instruction on safety and shooting techniques
Chance to purchase 9mm or other ammo after your first 50 rounds

What to Bring:
Your best aim and a willingness to learn!
Comfortable clothing (closed-toe shoes recommended)
We’ll provide the rest: firearms, ammo, targets, and instruction.

Registration closes February 12th at 11:59pm

REGISTER HERE

In preparation of this year’s SnoBall, the Swing Club will be hosting a crash course. Want to brush up on some skills or learn a new dance style? We will have lessons covering East Coast Swing, Waltz, and Polka! No partner or experience needed.

*There will be water breaks between lessons!

Crash Course
Thursday February 6, 2025
2 – 5 p.m.
DHH Ballroom, Michigan Tech.
2 p.m. – East Coast Swing
3 p.m. – Waltz
4 p.m. – Polka
Visit our Facebook Page: (https://www.facebook.com/share/1BZcLwDPWe/)

The Swing Club is hosting SnoBall, funded by Blue Key, to celebrate Winter Carnival and this beautiful year that we have had. Join us for three-hours of live music from the Michigan Tech Jazz Lab Band, directed by Adam Meckler. They will feature many swing, waltz, and polka songs.
*Free Admission, Snacks, and Cash Bar. No experience or partner is required. Nice dress encouraged, but not required!

If you need to brush up, or learn any of these three styles, we will be hosting a Crash Course on Thursday February 6, 2025 from 2 – 5 p.m. in DHH Ballroom.

SnoBall 2025
Saturday February 8, 2025
9 p.m. – 12 a.m.
MUB Ballroom, Michigan Tech. University

Let’s shift the narrative about our body image! Join us for an empowering presentation on body neutrality—a healthy approach to how we view and treat our bodies. Come relax and make a collage while you learn more about what body neutrality is and why it matters, how to focus on what your body can do and walk away with practical tips on building a healthier relationship with yourself.

Struggling with the winter blues? Drop by our informal Winter Blues Workshop for a cozy, stress-free way to learn about Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Enjoy a cup of hot cocoa with toppings, try out light therapy lamps, and chat one-on-one with a mental health professional about managing winter-related mood changes. No registration needed—just stop by, warm up, and take away tips to boost your well-being this winter!

Do you have a parking citation that hasn’t been paid? Looking for a way to get rid of that citation without paying? We have a solution for you that also helps our campus community. The Division of Student Affairs, HuskyFAN, and Transportation Services have teamed up to Can your Citations and support the HuskyFAN food pantry!

Donate non-expired, non-perishable food items or personal care items to the HuskyFAN.

Donation Information:
1 Full Brown Grocery Bag = $25 citation removed from your account
8 12 oz cans = $25 citation removed from your account
4 12oz Cans = $10 citation removed from your account

Donations will be accepted between February 3rd and February 23rd at the Dean of Students Office.

All who donate will be entered into a parking pass raffle.

While numerous donations are appreciated, a maximum of three citations are eligible for removal from your account during the donation period.

Questions can be directed to deanofstudents@mtu.edu.

Need something fun to do during the Winter Carnival All-Nighter? Bring your friends over to the MUB Commons from 8pm – midnight to sing some Karaoke!

Stuff-A-Husky

It’s here folks! Our 12th Annual Stuff-a-Husky is back! Join us in the MUB Commons on February 11th where you can claim your very own plush Husky, Chicken, Capybara, Baby Goat, or Sting Ray while supplies last! Remember to bring a valid Tech ID!

Dino Dig, A Campus-Wide Adventure!

Join us for an architectural adventure! Model dinosaurs will be hidden in the snow around campus and will be marked with X’s, find them and bring them to the MUB table in the library! Watch out though because not every marked spot will lead to a dino! Those that find the most dinos will be awarded a dinosaur costume. Make sure to remember where you found each dino, the search begins at 9 am! Stay tuned on our social media for updated counts of how many dinos are left!

MUB Board Music Trivia

Fisher 138 will be jamming with some Music Trivia on February 19th! We will be hosting two rounds of one-hour games, each hour filled with a game of Kahoot and a game of Jeopardy. There will be prizes for the top five in each Kahoot game, and the top four will move on to a game of Jeopardy! Game 1 is set to start at 6pm, and Game 2 is set to start at 7pm.

To cap off Winter Carnival ’25, the brothers of the Gamma Chi Chapter will brave the ice and snow in their underwear in the name of charity! Any donations received will go directly towards the Special Olympics. Each donation counts as one ‘sponsor’ of our runners, which allows you to choose one picture or phrase to be drawn on a brother. This event will take place Friday, February 7th at 10 a.m. The brothers will start the 0.8 mile run at Michigan Tech’s Walker Arts Building and end at our house at 1020 College Ave. Please make your donations at https://sigtau.crowdchange.co/46196, and thank you very much!

Are you interested in gaining valuable research experience? Applications for the Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) are NOW OPEN!

Don’t wait—connect with faculty to discuss potential research projects for this summer or reach out to us for help finding a research mentor. This opportunity is a great way to build skills, work on cutting-edge projects, and enhance your resume – while doing amazing research!
SURF applications are due on February 7th at 5 pm.

Learn more by visiting the SURF website. Questions? Please contact Chris Hohnholt at cahohnho@mtu.edu

Are you in need of some new clothing? Consider checking out the Husky Closet Collective for some new clothes! We offer a wide selection of t-shirts, sweatshirts, pants, coats, and shoes. All of the items within the closet are completely FREE for all Michigan Tech students! Come check it out located in Wadsworth Hall room G04W right next to the radio station! We are open Monday through Friday from 8am – 5pm.

Don’t forget to follow our Instagram @husky.closet.collective for more information about free clothing resources. If you have any questions, feel free to email us at huskycloset@mtu.edu.

Not sure if counseling is right for you? Try Let’s Talk! This informal and confidential service is a chance to chat with a Michigan Tech counselor about mental health questions or concerns. Available to all students—stop by and start the conversation!

Volunteer Opportunity: BigFoot Glowshoe Event
Hosted by the Outdoor Adventure Program & the Center for Student Mental Health and Wellbeing

Date: February 6, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Location: Outdoor Adventure Program Rental Center

Join us for an unforgettable evening of glow-snowshoeing under the stars! Participants will enjoy two illuminated trails of varying lengths, with snowshoes provided as part of the registration fee. To make this event a success, we’re seeking additional volunteers to assist in a variety of roles.

Volunteer Positions:
● Snowshoe Assistance: Help participants strap on and remove snowshoes. (5:30 PM – 8:15 PM)
● Fire Pit & S’mores Station: Oversee the propane fire pit and assist with hot cocoa & s’more
making. (5:30 PM – 8:30 PM)
● Trail Traffic Coordination: Direct participants along the trails. (5:30 PM – 9:00 PM)
● Trail Decoration: Set up lights along the trails before the event. (12:00 PM – 5:00 PM)
● Trail Teardown: Remove trail lights after the event. (9:00 PM – 10:30 PM)
● Shuttle Service: Operate a campus shuttle to and from the Outdoor Adventure Program.
(5:30 PM – 8:00 PM)

How to Volunteer:
If you’re available to assist in any of these roles, even for a short time, we would greatly appreciate your help!

Please contact us at:
● Outdoor Adventure Program: oap@mtu.edu
● Center for Student Mental Health and Wellbeing: eahumes@mtu.edu or
smwoodru@mtu.edu

Thank you for helping us make this event a glowing success!

This Friday, February 7th, MTU is hosting visitors from our new exchange partner university, Kyungpook National University (Daegu, South Korea).

This exchange partnership was started within MTU’s department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, but is open to students of all areas of study.

Join us for an info session from 12pm-1pm in EERC 501 to meet our visiting representatives from KNU and learn how you can spend a semester studying in South Korea!

Pizza will be provided.

Visit KNU’s exchange program webpage to learn more!

Need a little relaxation in your day? Drop by Cookies and Coloring! Treat yourself to cookies and let your creativity flow with a variety of coloring pages. No artistic skills needed—just come and enjoy!

My name is Rose Siebigteroth, and I’m currently working under Dr. Leo Ureel and Dr. Briana Bettin for research into the use of and outlook on generative artificial intelligence (AI) by College of Computing students.

I have prepared a short (5 minute) survey on individual experience with generative AI, such as ChatGPT, Notebook LLM, and Microsoft Copilot. Participation is completely voluntary and anonymous, and will help gather insight on student use of generative AI with coding.

If you are interested in taking this survey, it can be found here: https://forms.gle/PAvCn3haGbt57Gft9

Please contact rmsiebig@mtu.edu for any questions. Thank you!

Stop by anytime from 12pm – 2pm to learn more about the SDH project and sustainable living. Free pizza and hot chocolate will be available!

Walk through the house at your own pace to observe our systems, or ask us for a guided tour!

Please help the sisters of Delta Phi Epsilon as we teeter-totter for 36 hours non-stop to raise money for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Cystic Fibrosis is a life-threatening genetic disease that damages the lungs and digestive system. More than 100,000 people worldwide are living with this disease, and the money raised will directly impact those affected with treatments and research for life-saving technology.

We have been hosting this event since 1994, with the goal of raising $2,000 to contribute to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation each year. Back then, this number represented the average lifespan of someone suffering from cystic fibrosis, but today this number represents how far research and medicine regarding CF has improved. As of 2021, the average life expectancy of an individual suffering from cystic fibrosis has increased to 58 years.

We will be outside of the Michigan Tech Library taking donations and teeter-tottering from 8:00am Wed. 2/5/2025 to 8:00pm Thurs. 2/6/2025, and we would love it if you stopped by!

The Wahtera Center is hiring! We are looking for creative, compassionate students who are interested in providing a great experience to the incoming Huskies! In addition to our traditional positions of OTLs, ExSEL peer mentors, Success Coaches, and Success Course TAs, we have added two new opportunities during the summer. We are looking for current Huskies who will be around the Houghton-Hancock area this summer to help with our Summer Session Ambassador positions and Summer Session RA roles. The summer sessions will be held during a two-week period. Two sessions will be held from June 22 to June 27, and two sessions will be held from July 13 to July 18. We are willing to work with you if you are not able to do both weeks. Please talk with us about your availability. Visit our website for more information.

If you have questions, please come see us. We will be tabling at Wads on February 11 from 11 to 2 pm and on March 4 from 11 to 2 pm. Additionally, we will be at the Library on February 20 from 12 to 3 pm and March 14 from 12 to 3 pm. Or email us at orientation@mtu.edu.

Dive in with us – Registration for our PADI Open Water SCUBA Course opens January 30, 2025 at 8:00am!

This PADI Open Water Diver Course is conducted over two weekends and includes: 10 hours of academic instruction (some coursework to be completed independently), 10 hours of confined water training (SDC Pool) and 4 certification dives in Lake Superior (Marquette). Upon registration, students will be given all required reading material and paperwork to complete prior to the start of the course. Class size is limited.

Course Dates:
March 14
5:00pm-8:00pm – SDC Room 238
8:00pm-10:00pm – SDC Pool
March 15
7:00am-9:00am – SDC Pool
12:00pm-4:00pm – SDC Room 238
5:00pm-10:00pm – SDC Pool
March 16
8:00am-10:00am – SDC Pool
10:00am-12:00pm – SDC Room 238
April 5-6 or April 12-13
Open Dives in Marquette

REGISTER HERE

Questions? Contact Annie Bengry, Aquatics Manager, at 906-487-2995 or email ambengry@mtu.edu.

No matter where you are in your journey, we want you to know that you are not alone. Our support group is a safe space for people of all identities to find community, share experiences, and support one another.

Whether you’re navigating coming out, dealing with challenges, or simply looking for a supportive space, we’re here for you. Stop by CDI on February 13th from 4-5pm to be part of our passionate and supportive community.

Join us for the Spring 2025 Enterprise Day!
Date: Thursday, February 13, 2025
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Location: MUB Ballroom

Are you interested in learning more about Enterprise at Michigan Tech? Maybe you are thinking about joining Enterprise, but are not sure which team is right for you? Learn more by talking with program staff and students from various Enterprise teams, all in one place!

Participants are able to visit in-person between 6 – 8 p.m. During this time, participants may move between multiple tables to ask questions, check out current projects, and network with team representatives. Learn more about our Enterprise Teams, and check us out on Instagram!

Do you like math? Do you enjoy helping others learn math? Have you been told that you’re good at teaching people? Then you should apply to work for the Math Learning Center!
The MLC is currently hiring new coaches to start work in Fall 2025.

Prospective coaches must be planning to complete or have completed the following courses: Calc 1-3, Linear Algebra, and Differential Equations. Any level of statistics is beneficial but not required.

All applicants must take the Basic Skills Test, which designed to identify applicants with strong algebraic foundations. The test will be administered on February 12th and 13th from 6-7pm in Fisher 130. Applicants only need to attend one session. If you cannot make either date, please email mlc@mtu.edu. More information on the Basic Skills Test can be found on the application (tinyurl.com/MLCapp25).

Send your completed application as a pdf to mlc@mtu.edu by February 14th at 11:59pm.

If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, please email mlc@mtu.edu.

Create and decorate a paper heart with us for FREE in the MUB Commons from 4:30-6:30 pm on Monday, February 10th! Come and hangout with students currently in the Consumer Product Manufacturing enterprise and learn about what we have to offer. We have several interesting projects and we’re open to all majors.

Gladiator II

After his home is conquered by the tyrannical emperors who now lead Rome, Lucius is forced to enter the Colosseum and must look to his past to find strength to return the glory of Rome to its people.

Gladiator II is rated R

Friday (2/7) 5:30pm 8:30pm 11:30pm
Saturday (2/8) 5:30pm 8:30pm 11:30pm

Located on Michigan Tech’s campus in Fisher 135. Free admission for tech students and $5 for community members. Concessions are $1.50 card accepted. We hope to see you at the movie this weekend and have a great day.

The Student Affairs CommUNITY Education Team and the Black Student Association (BSA) invite you to a fun evening of trivia in recognition and support of Black History Month.

The event will be held on Thursday, February 13, from 5-7pm in Rekhi G006. Prizes will be awarded to the top teams and light refreshments will be served. We hope to see you there!

If you have questions regarding the event or need any accommodations, reach out to kaylam@mtu.edu

Come stop by AST house over winter carnival all-nighter for some delicious hot dogs and hot chocolate. It’s the perfect way to power up for some statue-building fun, and to check out the AST statue. We will be selling hot dogs for $2 or even better $3 for TWO hot dogs, from 8pm-12am.

Experience the magic of dance this Winter Carnival!

Water Street Dance Milwaukee, a globally renowned company, brings their captivating performances to the Keweenaw for one night only! Known for their cutting-edge performances that tour the globe, Water Street Dance Milwaukee pushes the boundaries of contemporary dance.

The company is currently on their North American tour and making only one stop in the Upper Peninsula. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to experience world-class dance right here on campus during Winter Carnival. There are two showtimes that fit into your Winter Carnival weekend schedule: 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.

Details

What: Water Street Dance Milwaukee – Winter Carnival Event

When: Saturday, February 8, 2025 | 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.

Where: Rozsa Center

The Friends of the Michigan Tech Library will be holding our annual Winter Carnival Book Sale in the lobby of the Van Pelt and Opie Library on Saturday, Feb. 8, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Hundreds of books will be available at $2 or less each — along with free hot chocolate and snacks. Come in and warm up while visiting the statues.

Cash, cards and checks accepted. All sales benefit the library. Happy Winter Carnival!

HuskyEats will be hosting another week of celebrations for their Joyful Series, this one called Delightful, during the week of February 10th -14th.

The week is action packed with events and activities for students to participate in while enjoying a meal in the dining halls. The mission of joyful is to create moments of joy through food and delightful also encourages students to carry out random acts of kindness (like sending a Thank You card). You can find more resources to spread kindness at our events listed below:

Monday 2/10: Send A Thank You Card to Someone | The Food Hall at Wadsworth Hall

Tuesday 2/11: DIY Overnight Oats | The Food Hall at Wadsworth Hall, Lunchtime

Wednesday 2/12: Action Station Crepes | The Food Hall at DHH, 7-9am

Thursday 2/13: Palentine’s Day Menu | The Eatery At McNair, 4:30-7:30pm

Friday 2/14: Join Jim | The Eatery At McNair, 11-1:30PM

(Dineoncampus.com/mtu)

The Audio Engineering Society (AES) at MTU is hosting live DJ’s at the clubs snow speaker statue! Get ready for live mixing from 7p-12a in front of the M&M. The DJ roster includes BeardedBeats, Poolboy, Conway, DJ VRN, and J Man. Good luck to the all-nighter participants and we’ll see you out there.

Thursday Worship Ambiance – Winter Carnival Recess Special

We’re inviting you to the Worship Ambiance – Winter Carnival Recess Edition!

Date: Thursday, February 6, 2025
Time: 7:00 – 8:30 PM
Location: Wadsworth G42W

Utilize the break and step into a refreshing atmosphere of worship, prayer, and reflection as we honor God in this special season.

Key Expectations:
Powerful Worship – Opportunity to lift your voice in praise and adoration
Heartfelt Prayer – Come talk to God with Biblical understandings
Scriptural Reflection – Embrace His love, be encouraged and renewed

So, come as you are and be a part of this special time of encounter in God’s presence.

You don’t wanna miss it!

We are excited to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our Greek community members. On Sunday, January 26, we recognize the service, leadership, and hard work of our Greek award winners, who have made their mark in academics, volunteerism, philanthropy, and member development. Join us in honoring these individuals and organizations for their contributions!

Congratulations to all the 2025 winners!

Fraternity Member of the Year: Nolan Janeczko
Sorority Member of the Year: Mariah Mellendorf
Outstanding New Fraternity Member of the Year: Joey Steinl
Outstanding New Sorority Member of the Year: Avery Herman
Outstanding Chapter Advisor: Ellen Horsch
Outstanding Chapter President: Hunter Perry
Outstanding Leadership in a Greek Council: Seth Parrish
Spirit of Greek Leadership: Gracie Brownlow
Outstanding Staff Award: Travis Wakeham
Outstanding Faculty Award: Dr. Kyle Griffin
Outstanding Man Scholarship: Aidan Doyle
Fraternity Chapter of the Year: Lambda Chi Alpha
Sorority Chapter of the Year: Alpha Gamma Delta
Outstanding New Member Program: Delta Phi Epsilon
Outstanding Academic Program: Delta Phi Epsilon
Outstanding Risk Management Program: Alpha Gamma Delta
Outstanding Alumni Relations Program: Alpha Sigma Tau
Outstanding Community Service/Philanthropy Initiative: Delta Zeta
Outstanding Well-being Initiative: Alpha Gamma Delta
Outstanding Greek Relations: Phi Delta Chi
Outstanding Member Development Program: Alpha Gamma Delta

For more information about the awards, visit the Fraternity and Sorority Life Awards webpage.

Keeping members engaged and involved is crucial to the success of any group, including RSOs. Without proper engagement, retaining members can become a challenge. HuskyLEAD: Strategies for Member Engagement & Retention will teach proven techniques for boosting participation and maintaining long-term commitment within your group. Listed below are details about the event.

Date: Tuesday, February 11th

Time: 4:00-5:00 PM

Location: Fisher 125

If you are interested in attending, please register here. Additionally, if you have any questions about this event, please email Student Leadership & Involvement at activites@mtu.edu. We hope to see you there!

Hey Huskies! The Office of Alumni Engagement wants to hear from you this Winter Carnival. Take the Tech Traditions & Connections Survey to share your favorite memories. Those who complete the survey will have the opportunity to receive a gift from the Office of Alumni Engagement during the All-Nighter!

Stop by the Library Exhibit Space on Tuesday. February 4th from 11AM – 1:00PM for Free Hot Cocoa, contraceptives, and learn about the Good Samaritan Provision. Staff from the Office of Academic and Community Conduct, Public Safety and Police Service, Title IX, and Student Mental Health and Well-being will be on hand to chat and provide resources.

Remember the guy who hypnotized Howie Mandel on America’s Got Talent?!

Chris Jones is a hypnotist, comedian, and the host of the prank series Double Take on Facebook Watch. In each episode of the new series, Jones conspires with a different celebrity (from John Cena to Pamela Anderson and NeNe Leakes) to give one adoring fan the surprise of a lifetime: meeting and interacting with their idol in a range of crazy circumstances, though – under hypnosis – unable to recognize them.

Friday, February 7 at 10 p.m. in the Varsity Gym in the SDC. Brought to you by Blue Key National Honor Society, Inter-Residence Housing Council (IRHC), MUB Board, and Student Leadership and Involvement’s Late Night Program. Join us for a FREE Friday night show where you’ll have a chance to get hypnotized!

For more details, go to Involvement Link!

With Winter Carnival right around the corner, Blue Key is looking for volunteers from the student body and community to help staff our events. By signing up to usher, or staff firepits, you are helping to guarantee a continuation of beloved Winter Carnival events and earning service hours in the process! Please consider signing up using the GivePulse links below for Stage Revue and Royalty Ushering. Additionally, there is a sign-up for staffing fire pits by the pier during the fireworks and torchlight parade. With your help, we can make this Winter Carnival full of KNIGHTS to remember!

Stage Revue Link
Royalty Link
Firepits Link

The Center for Diversity and Inclusion is hiring undergraduate Peer Mentors for the Fall 2025 semester for the Husky Connect Peer Mentor Program. Become a mentor and help support first-year students in their transition to MTU.

Apply Today! to be one of our undergraduate peer mentors for next fall. Application review will begin mid-February.

For more information, contact kaylam@mtu.edu, visit our website, or stop in to CDI.

Ladies Night at the Shooting Range!

Ready, Aim, Fire! Join us for an exciting and educational evening at Ladies Night at the Shooting Range. Whether you’re a seasoned shooter or a first-timer, this event is designed to introduce you to the fundamentals of pistol shooting in a fun, safe, and supportive atmosphere. Come learn proper safety and handling techniques, try out a variety of pistols, and find the one that feels right for you—all while having a great time with other women at the range!

Event Details:
Where: SDC Indoor Range
When: February 13th, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Cost: $15 (Includes 50 rounds of .22 LR ammo)

What You Get:
Introductory pistol shooting experience
50 rounds of .22 LR ammo
Opportunity to try out different pistols
Instruction on safety and shooting techniques
Chance to purchase 9mm or other ammo after your first 50 rounds

What to Bring:
Your best aim and a willingness to learn!
Comfortable clothing (closed-toe shoes recommended)
We’ll provide the rest: firearms, ammo, targets, and instruction.

Registration closes February 12th at 11:59pm

REGISTER HERE

WIBIT Wednesday

Come make a splash with our inflatable pool obstacle course called the WIBIT! You can test your individual skills on the course or challenge a friend to a race across the obstacles.

REGISTER HERE

The course is set up in the deep water and requires users to be able to pass our swim test. A full list of WIBIT rules and swim test options as well as featured obstacle combinations can be found on the WIBIT page on our website. All WIBIT rules can be found here.

Dates:
Wednesday, January 29th | 5:00 – 8:00pm
Wednesday, March 5th | 5:00 – 8:00pm
Wednesday, April 9th | 5:00 – 8:00pm

The event is open to current MTU Students and SDC Access Pass Holders (minimum 1-month). Student/Access Pass ID required upon entry (no pre-registration required).
Not a current student or SDC Access Pass Holder? Purchase a WIBIT Wednesday Pass. Capacity is limited. Receipt is required upon entry. Completion of a waiver and concussion awareness form is also required. No SDC day passes or action passes will be accepted for admission.

Featured pieces include:
The Step — This piece allows users to climb up onto the course.
The Cliff — Users must navigate either side of a slope using the handles and their balancing skills.
The Bridge — Users must navigate up and over an arched structure without falling through.
The Slope — Users must climb up a six-foot wall that leads to a slide into the pool water below!
The Base – Users must make their way across a horizontal surface. Be careful how fast you move as it can get slippery!
V-Connect – Users must use limited footing space to navigate across the horizontal structure.

See you at the pool!

Date: Every Sunday and Wednesday

Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Venue: Douglass Houghton Patio (Rain Location: DHH Connector Space)

Step into a night of Swing Dancing Fun hosted twice a week!!

Lesson Starts at 7:00 PM

FREE FREE FREE!!!

No Partner Necessary

No Experience Required

DJ Dance Party at 8:00 PM

DJed Swing Music

Practice what you learned at the Lesson!

Follow us on Instagram @mtu_swing for updates and exciting details!

Mark your calendar and get ready for a swinging good time! Whether it is Wednesday or Sunday, our dance floor is waiting for you!

In preparation of this year’s SnoBall, the Swing Club will be hosting a crash course. Want to brush up on some skills or learn a new dance style? We will have lessons covering East Coast Swing, Waltz, and Polka! No partner or experience needed.

*There will be water breaks between lessons!

Crash Course
Thursday, February 6, 2025
2 – 5 p.m.
DHH Ballroom, Michigan Tech.
2 p.m. – East Coast Swing
3 p.m. – Waltz
4 p.m. – Polka

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MUB Board is looking to change Spring Fling this year! Spring Fling is a Tech Tradition that is meant to be a celebration of the semester and ending said semester on a high note. Over the years though, we feel that we have lost that original intent and have settled into a rhythm out of obligation, not in celebration. In efforts to correct this as well as improve our communication with participants, here are some of the current updates.

Spring Fling will no longer be a table-ing based event. Between K-Day and Spring Involvement Fair, a third recruitment/table-ing event has become redundant, especially at the end of the year when students are not trying to join new organizations.

Spring Fling will be activity based: The goal is to have little events happening around campus; these activities will follow the theme for this year (wild west) and provide students with things to do on campus that are fun, engaging, and can be done between classes. We as MUB board have already started brainstorming activities that will be listed in the form but you are more than welcome to come up with your own. Additionally, all the options that will be listed may not all happen, it really depends on what participating orgs want, how many want to participate, and what Michigan Tech will allow.

If your org wants to participate: Please fill out this general interest form. You don’t have to know what activity your org would like to host to fill it out. This is to gauge how many orgs are interested so that we can start planning early as well as confirm a main method of communication. We would like to have a headcount of participating orgs by February 2nd so start talking with your teams.

If you have questions, please feel free to reach out to mubboard@mtu.edu.

General Interest Form

Join us in the SDC Multipurpose Room on Sunday, February 2nd for laser tag with Respawn Tactical Laser Tag! Games will be in teams of 5, so bring friends or make some there!

Need something fun to do during the Winter Carnival All-Nighter? Bring your friends over to the MUB Commons from 8pm – midnight to sing some Karaoke!

Stuff-a-Husky

It’s here folks! Our 12th Annual Stuff-a-Husky is back! Join us in the MUB Commons on February 11th where you can claim your very own plush Husky, Chicken, Capybara, Baby Goat, or Sting Ray while supplies last! Remember to bring a valid Tech ID!

This Week Film Board Presents:

Ferris Bueller’s Day Off

A brash, cocky high school senior, tired of skipping school to spend a boring day at home, is determined to enjoy an epic day roaring around his favorite Chicago sites, enlisting his best friend and girlfriend to join him on the adventure.

Ferris Bueller’s Day Off is rated PG-13

Friday (1/31) 5:30pm 8:30pm 11:30pm
Saturday (2/1) 5:30pm 8:30pm 11:30pm

Located on Michigan Tech’s campus in Fisher 135. Free admission for tech students and $5 for community members. Concessions are $1.50 card accepted. We hope to see you at the movie this weekend and have a great day.

My name is Rose Siebigteroth, and I’m currently working under Dr. Leo Ureel and Dr. Briana Bettin for research into the use of and outlook on generative artificial intelligence (AI) by College of Computing students.

I have prepared a short (5 minute) survey on individual experience with generative AI, such as ChatGPT, Notebook LLM, and Microsoft Copilot. Participation is completely voluntary and anonymous, and will help gather insight on student use of generative AI with coding.

If you are interested in taking this survey, it can be found here: https://forms.gle/PAvCn3haGbt57Gft9

Please contact rmsiebig@mtu.edu for any questions. Thank you!

Let’s shift the narrative about our body image! Join us for an empowering presentation on body neutrality—a healthy approach to how we view and treat our bodies. Come relax and make a collage while you learn more about what body neutrality is and why it matters, how to focus on what your body can do and walk away with practical tips on building a healthier relationship with yourself.

Struggling with the winter blues? Drop by our informal Winter Blues Workshop for a cozy, stress-free way to learn about Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Enjoy a cup of hot cocoa with toppings, try out light therapy lamps, and chat one-on-one with a mental health professional about managing winter-related mood changes. No registration needed—just stop by, warm up, and take away tips to boost your well-being this winter!

Do you have a parking citation that hasn’t been paid? Looking for a way to get rid of that citation without paying? We have a solution for you that also helps our campus community. The Division of Student Affairs, HuskyFAN, and Transportation Services have teamed up to Can your Citations and support the HuskyFAN food pantry!

Donate non-expired, non-perishable food items or personal care items to the HuskyFAN.

Donation Information:
1 Full Brown Grocery Bag = $25 citation removed from your account
8 12 oz cans = $25 citation removed from your account
4 12oz Cans = $10 citation removed from your account

Donations will be accepted between February 3rd and February 23rd at the Dean of Students Office.

All who donate will be entered into a parking pass raffle.

While numerous donations are appreciated, a maximum of three citations are eligible for removal from your account during the donation period.

Questions can be directed to deanofstudents@mtu.edu.

To cap off Winter Carnival ’25, the brothers of the Gamma Chi Chapter will brave the ice and snow in their underwear in the name of charity! Any donations received will go directly towards the Special Olympics. Each donation counts as one ‘sponsor’ of our runners, which allows you to choose one picture or phrase to be drawn on a brother. This event will take place Friday, February 7th at 10 a.m. The brothers will start the 0.8 mile run at Michigan Tech’s Walker Arts Building and end at our house at 1020 College Ave. Please make your donations at (https://sigtau.crowdchange.co/46196), and thank you very much!

Winter welcome back programming is wrapping up with a Fans in the Stands event supporting the Men’s and Women’s Basketball Teams as they are take on the Lakers of Grand Valley State University! We will have drawings for awesome swag bags during both games so come out and support your Huskies! Tip off is at Noon for the women’s game and 2 pm for the men’s games!

Are you interested in gaining valuable research experience? Applications for the Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) are NOW OPEN!

Don’t wait—connect with faculty to discuss potential research projects for this summer or reach out to us for help finding a research mentor. This opportunity is a great way to build skills, work on cutting-edge projects, and enhance your resume – while doing amazing research!
SURF applications are due on February 7th at 5 pm.

Learn more by visiting the SURF website. Questions? Please contact Chris Hohnholt at cahohnho@mtu.edu

Volunteer Opportunity: BigFoot Glowshoe Event
Hosted by the Outdoor Adventure Program & the Center for Student Mental Health and Wellbeing

Date: February 6, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Location: Outdoor Adventure Program Rental Center

Join us for an unforgettable evening of glow-snowshoeing under the stars! Participants will enjoy two illuminated trails of varying lengths, with snowshoes provided as part of the registration fee. To make this event a success, we’re seeking additional volunteers to assist in a variety of roles.

Volunteer Positions:
● Snowshoe Assistance: Help participants strap on and remove snowshoes. (5:30 PM – 8:15
PM)
● Fire Pit & S’mores Station: Oversee the propane fire pit and assist with hot cocoa & s’more
making. (5:30 PM – 8:30 PM)
● Trail Traffic Coordination: Direct participants along the trails. (5:30 PM – 9:00 PM)
● Trail Decoration: Set up lights along the trails before the event. (12:00 PM – 5:00 PM)
● Trail Teardown: Remove trail lights after the event. (9:00 PM – 10:30 PM)
● Shuttle Service: Operate a campus shuttle to and from the Outdoor Adventure Program.
(5:30 PM – 8:00 PM)

How to Volunteer:
If you’re available to assist in any of these roles, even for a short time, we would greatly appreciate your help!

Please contact us at:
● Outdoor Adventure Program: oap@mtu.edu
● Center for Student Mental Health and Wellbeing: eahumes@mtu.edu or
smwoodru@mtu.edu

Thank you for helping us make this event a glowing success!

Register for MTU Intramurals! Sign up today on http://imleagues.com.

**NOTE: Billiards Tournament has been
RESCHEDULED for this Saturday, February 1st, at 10:00am!**

http://michigantechrecreation.com

Support the Community!

We are looking for eager volunteers who are willing to do some hands-on tasks! You might find yourself building something with wood, sewing something, or another activity. Come with a positive attitude and excitement to help the community!

Saturday, February 1st, 2025 from 11:00am to 3:00pm

Support Blue Key and Winter Carnival!

Royalty is tradition that Blue Key hosts each year to let students show off their excellence within the university and the community. Ushers play a key role in providing a warm and welcoming environment for attendees, assisting with seating, guiding guests to the appropriate areas, and answering any questions they may have. Volunteers will need to meet in the Rozsa Lobby at 6 pm and stay until the end of the show, approx. 9 pm. Ushers will also be able to watch and enjoy the show! 

Saturday, February 1st, 2025 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm