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The Student Scoop- June 23, 2021

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Did you miss your chance to attend one of our previous summer programs? Worry not! We’ve got some really fun ones coming up. Make some room in your calendar because you’re not going to want to miss these!

1.Kindness Rocks: July 15, 2-4pm at the DHH Patio
Paint some fun, happy rocks with some of your inspirational quotes. Rocks and Paint provided!
2. Henna Happy Hour: July 19, 11-1pm at the MUB Circle
Henna tattoos and tasty iced coffee drinks for a fun afternoon
3. Magical Celebration: July 30, 1-3 pm at the MUB Commons
Lots of fun wizarding activities to prepare for Harry Potter’s Birthday!
4. Float On!: August 6, 1-3 pm at the MUB Circle
Celebrate National Root Beer Float Day with a sweet treat!

The Capture Your Adventure program is almost over, and it’s your last week to join in! All you have to do is follow @mtu_wellbeing on social media and start following the prompts! Posting this week using the hashtag will enter you into the drawing for some spectacular prizes such as a tent and sleeping bag, a bike, or an inflatable paddle board! This week’s prompt is landscape, so capture that beautiful photo of your favorite landscape to share and join in the summer fun! Have fun, get outside, and capture your adventure Huskies!!

Turning Care into Action

Givepulse is an online community enabling everyone from non-profit agencies to volunteers to work together and impact the community. Not only is it an opportunity for Students to help in our community, but it’s also an opportunity for non-profit organizations and groups to reach out for help!

Are you a Student looking for volunteer opportunities this year? Well, we have a tab dedicated to ‘service’ in Involvement link! You can find all the local opportunities here, as well as log your service hours!

If you’re part of an organization that would like to use Givepulse to reach out for Volunteers, click here for a step-by-step process on how to get started.

Have any questions? Email huskyhelpers@mtu.edu to find out more!

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The Student Scoop- June 16, 2021

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Pinterest Party

Join us on Monday, June 21st for a variety of fun crafts and projects- complete with lemonade and iced tea! We will have paracord bracelets and keychains, embroidery kits, birdhouses, and friendship bracelets for you to create.
*while supplies last

Upcoming Volunteering Opportunities

Copper Country’s Habitat for Humanity is looking for volunteers to help with their build in South Range:

Two volunteers are needed for Thursday, June 17 from 9 AM – 3 PM. Lunch will be provided. They will be working on the Ice n Water shield, porch roof, and hurricane brackets. 

On Saturday, June 19th, 5 volunteers are needed for Drywall nailers, foam board on exterior walls, finish porch roof, shingles.

On June 22 and 23, volunteers are needed to help assist with the construction of the new playground at Chassell Centennial Park. Lunch will be catered for both days. Please respond to this email if you are able to help!

You do not need to have experience in doing any of these tasks, there will be someone there showing you what will need to be done.  For Covid safety standards, Habitat is asking that all volunteers be vaccinated and be two weeks out for the safety of everyone volunteering. Contact Sandy at sandycch4h@gmail.com if you are interested.

The Capture Your Adventure program is underway, but it isn’t too late to join in! All you have to do is follow @mtu_wellbeing on social media and start following the prompts! Each week that you post using the hashtag enters you into the drawing for some spectacular prizes such as a tent and sleeping bag, a bike, or an inflatable paddle board! This week’s prompt is sunrise/sunset, so capture that beautiful photo and join in the summer fun! Have fun, get outside, and capture your adventure Huskies!!
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The Student Scoop- June 9, 2021

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Nominate your RSO for the Student Org Spotlight! The Spotlight is featured on Student Leadership & Involvement social media and webpage, highlighting your RSO to a large audience. Make sure you include any events coming up in the fall, fun facts about your org, and any accomplishments you’d like to highlight. Questions? Email rso@mtu.edu

The Capture Your Adventure program is underway, but it isn’t too late to join in! All you have to do is follow @mtu_wellbeing on social media and start following the prompts! Each week that you post using the hashtag enters you into the drawing for some spectacular prizes such as a tent and sleeping bag, a bike, or an inflatable paddle board! Have fun, get outside, and capture your adventure Huskies!!
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The Student Scoop- June 2, 2021

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TODAY! -Camping 101

Summer’s approaching fast! Come join us Wednesday, June 2 at 2 PM on Walker Lawn.
Hear all about the Leave No Trace principles and learn how to set up a tent, what supplies to bring, how to pack a backpack, planning meals, and more!

Nominate your RSO for the Student Org Spotlight! The Spotlight is featured on Student Leadership & Involvement social media and webpage, highlighting your RSO to a large audience. Make sure you include any events coming up in the fall, fun facts about your org, and any accomplishments you’d like to highlight. Questions? Email rso@mtu.edu

The Capture Your Adventure program is underway, but it isn’t too late to join in! All you have to do is follow @mtu_wellbeing on social media and start following the prompts! Each week that you post using the hashtag enters you into the drawing for some spectacular prizes such as a tent and sleeping bag, a bike, or an inflatable paddle board! Have fun, get outside, and capture your adventure Huskies!!

S’more than a Feeling

Take a break and enjoy some time around the fire! We will be making s’mores and learning more about the Green Bandanna Project.

June 8th from 2-4 pm (Rain day June 9th from 2-4 pm) at Hillside Fire Ring

Students, faculty, staff, RSO’s, and all Michigan Tech community members and their families are welcome!

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The Student Scoop- May 26, 2021

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Plant-A-Palooza

Bring a friend (or two!) and join us for our fifth annual Plant-A-Palooza!!

You can plant a succulent and take it home. Wednesday, May 26 at 2 PM on Walker Lawn. We will be featuring a HUGE variety of succulents to choose from!! 

Plants, dirt, and pots will be provided – while supplies last!

Nominate your RSO for the Student Org Spotlight! The Spotlight is featured on Student Leadership & Involvement social media and webpage, highlighting your RSO to a large audience. Make sure you include any events coming up in the fall, fun facts about your org, and any accomplishments you’d like to highlight. Questions? Email rso@mtu.edu

Camping 101

Summer’s approaching fast! Come join us Wednesday, June 2 at 2 PM on Walker Lawn.
Learn how to set up a tent, what supplies to bring, how to pack a backpack, planning meals, and more!

S’more than a feeling

Take a break and enjoy some time around the fire! We will be making s’mores and learning more about the Green Bandanna Project.

June 8th from 2-4 pm (Rain day June 9th from 2-4 pm) at Hillside Fire Ring

Students, faculty, staff, RSO’s, and all Michigan Tech community members and their families are welcome!

Husky Emergency Assistance Fund

The Husky Emergency Assistance Fund was established in 2020 to help members of our campus community who are experiencing financial hardship. All current students, faculty and staff who have incurred emergency or crisis-related expenses and can demonstrate need are welcome to apply.

The fund is supported by donations from Michigan Tech alumni and friends.

To get more information or complete an application for financial assistance, visit the Husky Emergency Assistance Fund website, send an email to heaf@mtu.edu or call 906-487-1567.

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The Student Scoop- May 19, 2021

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Nominate your RSO for the Student Org Spotlight! The Spotlight is featured on Student Leadership & Involvement social media and webpage, highlighting your RSO to a large audience. Make sure you include any events coming up in the fall, fun facts about your org, and any accomplishments you’d like to highlight. Questions? Email rso@mtu.edu

Plant-A-Palooza!

Bring a friend (or two!) and join us for our fifth annual Plant-A-Palooza!!

You can plant a succulent and take it home. Wednesday, May 26 at 2 PM on Walker Lawn. We will be featuring a HUGE variety of succulents to choose from!! 

Plants, dirt, and pots will be provided – while supplies last!

Turning Care into Action

Givepulse is an online community enabling everyone from non-profit agencies to volunteers to work together and impact the community. Not only is it an opportunity for Students to help in our community, but it’s also an opportunity for non-profit organizations and groups to reach out for help!

Are you a Student looking for volunteer opportunities this year? Well, we have a tab dedicated to ‘service’ in Involvement link! You can find all the local opportunities here, as well as log your service hours!

If you’re part of an organization that would like to use Givepulse to reach out for Volunteers, click here for a step-by-step process on how to get started.

Have any questions? Email huskyhelpers@mtu.edu to find out more!

Michigan STEM Forward

Attention College of Business students! We have exciting news for you! Are you or a fellow classmate looking for an internship this upcoming summer or school year? If so, Michigan Tech has teamed up with STEM Forward to create that opportunity for you. Apply here.

What is the STEM Program?
STEM stands for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The program allows you to choose one of those specific categories you would be interested in and align you with a company that offers an internship in that category. Students who are interested in this program are able to choose a region in MICHIGAN they want to work in and also have a desire to live in MICHIGAN after graduation. There are both part-time and full-time internship opportunities.

For further questions about the program, please contact ekmackay@mtu.edu

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The Student Scoop- May 12, 2021

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Get Involved with #captureyouradventureMTU

The Capture Your Adventure program has already begun, but it isn’t too late to join in! All you have to do is follow @mtu_wellbeing on social media and start following the prompts! Each week that you post using the hashtag enters you into the drawing for some spectacular prizes such as a tent and sleeping bag, a bike, or an inflatable paddle board! Have fun, get outside, and capture your adventure Huskies!

Pop-up Painting Party

Take a break and join us as we channel our inner Bob Ross!  Canvases, paints, and brushes provided – no creativity required.  

Thursday, May 13 from 2-4 pm in the MUB Commons

Plant-A-Palooza!

Bring a friend (or two!) and join us for our fifth annual Plant-A-Palooza!!

You can plant a succulent and take it home. Wednesday, May 26 at 2 PM on Walker Lawn. We will be featuring a HUGE variety of succulents to choose from!! 

Plants, dirt, and pots will be provided – while supplies last!

Michigan STEM Forward

Attention College of Business students! We have exciting news for you! Are you or a fellow classmate looking for an internship this upcoming summer or school year? If so, Michigan Tech has teamed up with STEM Forward to create that opportunity for you. Apply here.

What is the STEM Program?
STEM stands for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The program allows you to choose one of those specific categories you would be interested in and align you with a company that offers an internship in that category. Students who are interested in this program are able to choose a region in MICHIGAN they want to work in and also have a desire to live in MICHIGAN after graduation. There are both part-time and full-time internship opportunities.

For further questions about the program, please contact ekmackay@mtu.edu

Looking for Volunteering Opportunities?

Check out this website for additional opportunities, here’s what’s coming up:

Copper Country Habitat for Humanity

The building schedule will be starting on Thursday, May 20th from 9-3 pm in South Range.
Thursday, May 20th  looking for  2-3 volunteers 9am til 3pm
Saturday, May 22 looking for 4 volunteers – 9am til 3pm
Thursday, May 27 looking for 2 volunteers – 9am til 3pm
Saturday, May 29 looking for 2 volunteers – 9 am til 3 pm

There will be lunch provided for each of these workdays.

Please remember we are working according to the safety guidelines with Covid
Please wear your mask and social distance.  

Please contact Sandy Michael, sandycch4h@gmail.com, if you are interested in any of these dates.

WUPHD Vaccine Clinic

Volunteers are needed to assist with the Western Upper Peninsula Health Department vaccine clinic on May 13 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Student Development Complex.

Those interested in volunteering an hour or several hours are asked to fill out this form.

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The Student Scoop- May 5, 2021

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Pop-up Painting Party

Take a break and join us as we channel our inner Bob Ross!  Canvases, paints, and brushes provided – no creativity required.  

Thursday, May 13 from 2-4 pm in the MUB Commons

MUB Event Survey

Did you attend any of our awesome events such as Stuff-a-Husky, the Drive-In Movie, or Spring Fling? Well now’s your chance to suggest your ideas for events you would like to see on campus in the future!

Scan the QR code, or click this link to take the survey.

Givepulse Student Survey

Have you been an active volunteer this year? Did you utilize GivePulse, our new database for tracking impact in the community? Then, take the time to fill out this survey so we can make it even better! 

Take the survey here.

Plant-A-Palooza!

Bring a friend (or two!) and join us for our fifth annual Plant-A-Palooza!!

You can plant a succulent and take it home. Wednesday, May 26 at 2 PM on Walker Lawn. We will be featuring a HUGE variety of succulents to choose from!! 

Plants, dirt, and pots will be provided – while supplies last!

Adult Huskies Tennis Lessons

An additional session of group tennis lessons has been added to spring programming at Gates Tennis Center.

Adult Huskies Group Tennis Lessons are for ages 17 and up who are looking to learn more about the game of tennis. Each class will include technique and games to learn and develop skills that will improve their workouts and match play on their own. The next session begins May 17 and ends June 10. Registration closes May 15. Session cost (4 weeks, 1 day/week) $50. See Adult Tennis Lessons for days/times.

Private lessons are also available.

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The Student Scoop- April 28, 2021

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MUB Event Survey

Did you attend any of our awesome events such as Stuff-a-Husky, the Drive-In Movie, or Spring Fling? Well now’s your chance to suggest your ideas for events you would like to see on campus in the future!Scan the QR code above, or click this link to take the survey.

Givepulse Student Survey

Have you been an active volunteer this year? Did you utilize GivePulse, our new database for tracking impact in the community? Then, take the time to fill out this survey so we can make it even better! 

Take the survey here.

Title IX Upcoming Events

Dial Help TEAL Survivor Support Group
Date: April 28
Time: 6pm – 7pm
Location: Zoom – Contact Paige with for the Zoom link and free art supplies at 
482-9077 or psetter-hallwachs@dialhelp.org
Description: Free, safe, and non-judgmental phone support group for anyone who experienced sexual violence past or present, including childhood abuse. You are not alone. Funded by: Division of Victim Services

Denim Day
Date: April 28
Time: All Day
Description: Michigan Tech Title IX invites you to proudly wear denim with a purpose on Wednesday, April 28, 2021 for International Denim Day to support survivors and educate our community about the forms of sexual violence as a part of  Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Tag us on Facebook and Instagram (@MichiganTechSpeakUp) in a post to social media with a photo of yourself wearing denim and tell us why you chose to wear denim for #DenimDay. #CopperCountrySAAM #MichiganTechSpeakUp

You can find more information about Denim Day at https://www.denimdayinfo.org/.

Camp K-day Registration is Open!

It’s that time of year again, K-Day registration time!! K-Day Registration is officially open, so reserve your spot now! Space and resources are limited, so do not delay!  This year’s theme will have you wanting s’more at Camp K-Day!  Organizations can get creative with this summer camp-themed student organization fair!

K-Day, or Keweenaw Day, is an annual tradition that will be held on Friday, September 10 beginning at noon. Students head to Chassell Centennial Park for an afternoon of food, fun, and music – it’s like a week of summer camp all in one afternoon!  K-day typically sees 3000-4000 students so this is an important recruitment opportunity for your organization.  Please have your organization’s event finalized before registering HERE.  

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

Questions about K-Day can be directed to Rochelle Spencer at raspence@mtu.edu

Interested in Joining the Tech Traditions Committee? The Tech Traditions Committee is looking for new members!  We help plan and run events for things like Welcome Week and Homecoming!  We also help select performers for Late Night Programming.  If you’re interested, please fill out this form!

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The Student Scoop- April 21, 2021

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Want to work with Student Leadership & Involvement?

We are looking for motivated students to work in our office this summer and potentially the next school year.  You would help with our summer programs, fall planning, and day-to-day office activities like answering the phones and emails. We would like someone with leadership qualities such as good communication skills, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.  Also, someone who would represent Student Leadership & Involvement and Michigan Tech in a professional manner.  Applicants need a 2.5 minimum grade point average.  If you are interested, fill out this application!

Photo: Erika Raxworthy

Women in Natural Resources Club Plant Sale

The Women in Natural Resources Club plant sale will be April 21-22. Plants and other items can be reserved online or purchased in the CFRES atrium (in the forestry building) 10am-4pm.We have a great selection of garden plants, house plants and macrame plant hangers. Sale website: https://womeninr.wixsite.com/winrplantsale

Short-term study abroad virtual info session

April 22nd, 5:00 – 6:45 pm | Zoom link: bit.ly/FacLed22

It’s not too early to start making plans for spring and summer 2022. Step out of your comfort zone and try something different…

  • Learn Spanish and hike Machu Picchu in Peru
  • Explore castles and museums in England
  • Zipline over the Cloud forest of Costa Rica
  • Walk in the footsteps of famous artists of Ireland
  • Serve communities in Bolivia, Guatemala, and Panama
  • Research aquatic life in the Bahamas
  • Learn about international business in Germany

Attend this virtual info session to learn more about Michigan Tech’s short-term study abroad programs led by Michigan Tech faculty. 

Center for Student Mental Health and Well-being Upcoming Workshops

Interested in other workshops or groups from the Center for Student Mental Health & Well-being? Check them out here: 
Workshops: click here
Groups: click here

Canterbury House Food Pantry

Let us help you alleviate the burden of purchasing food. We offer COVID safe pick-up and delivery of groceries and toiletries to the Michigan Tech Community in the Houghton and Hancock area. To place an order, fill out the Google Form at any time. Once an order has been placed, we will reach out to arrange a time for pick-up or delivery.

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