The Student Scoop

Help Welcome New International Students to Campus in August!

Are you and/or members of your student organization going to be in Houghton during the week of August 20^th-25^th before the fall semester begins? If so, please consider helping with the new international student arrivals! Airport pick-ups and events will be taking place throughout the week. If you’re interested and want to get on the volunteer list, email ipsarrivals@mtu.edu. We will send out details and sign-ups for shifts over the summer to those that express interest!

Time To Pick Up Cap, Gown and Tickets for Commencement

Spring 2018 Cap and Gown and Commencement ticket pickup at the bookstore in the MUB.

Monday, April 23rd – Friday, April 27th – 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.

Monday, April 30th – Thursday, May 3rd – 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.

For questions about cap and gown, please email: capandgown@mtu.edu

For questions about tickets, please contact the ticketing office at (906) 487-2073.

Dance with Nosotros!

Come Dance with Nosotros

Where: MUB ballroom

Time: 8-9 pm salsa lessons, 9-11 pm open floor

When: Friday 27th April

Cost: FREE!

All levels! No partner needed! Family friendly!

The Keweenaw Symphony Orchestra

The Keweenaw Symphony Orchestra (KSO), with Joel Neves, Conductor, began an exciting concert tour yesterday, appearing in their first performance of the tour in Crystal Falls, at the Crystal Theatre. The KSO performs Tchaikovsky’s triumphant Fifth Symphony, and Rimsky-Korsakov’s liturgical Russian Easter Festival Overture.  They will travel through April 22, with concerts at the Algoma Performing Arts Center, Algoma (WI), in Ironwood, at the Ironwood Theatre, and on to Minneapolis. They will then culminate their tour at the Rozsa Center on Saturday, April 28, at 7:30 pm.    

According to Neves, “Our orchestra tour provides a special opportunity to highlight the impressive quality of the arts at Michigan Tech to a wider community.  Our musicians embrace the chance to perform some of the greatest orchestral music to underserved communities in the U.P. and Wisconsin.”

Tickets for the Tchaikovovdky’s Fifth concert at the Rozsa Center are on sale now, $19 for adults, $6 for youth, and no charge for Michigan Tech students with the Experience Tech fee. Tickets are available by phone at (906) 487-2073, online at mtu.edu/rozsa, in person at the Central Ticketing Office in the Student Development Complex, or at the Rozsa Box Office the evening of the performance.  Please note the Rozsa Box Office only opens two hours prior to performances.

Dumpsters for Move-Out

The City of Houghton and Waste Management will be placing dumpsters in Lot 21 and also under the parking deck in downtown Houghton on Wednesday, May 2 for easy disposal of items as you are packing up for the summer.  The dumpsters will be removed on Monday, May 7.  If you have any questions, please contact the City Manager at eric@cityofhoughton.com

Photography Exhibition at Omega House

A team including Michigan Tech student co-curators Mads Howard and John Hughes, Omega House Marketing Coordinator Carol Pfefferkorn and Anne Beffel (VPA) are creating an exhibition of mindfulness-based photographs. The Omega House Hospice of Houghton will host a series of images by students of Beffel’s Art and Nature studio course now through May 2. A series of 32 photographs taken almost exclusively with cell phones, utilizing no zoom or editing, demonstrate the power of simply slowing down and paying attention to life as it unfolds from one moment to the next.

Michigan Tech Recreation Offers AppAudio    

Customers have two WiFi networks to choose from – MichiganTech and MichiganTechGuest.

For more information on how to set up AppAudio on your devices, see HowToAppAudio.

One Diet Does Not Fit All! 

Work together with our certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, Joan Kero, as she guides, supports, educates and motivates you to create goals that are in line with your dreams for greater health and vitality.

For more information, visit Personal Health Coaching or contact Joan Kero at jakero@mtu.edu.

It’s never too late to start your health journey. Get started RIGHT now!

Donation Bin Information

If your student organization or department is collecting donations, Facilities Management must be notified of any donation bins being placed on campus. Bins may only be placed in approved locations, for a list of approved locations please click here.

Only one bin is allowed per building at a time. Bins are allowed on a first “notify” first serve basis, so please submit your information to us early.

Student organizations or departments are responsible for:
-Notifying Facilities Management of bin placement at least 2 days prior to placing the bin
-Periodically emptying the bins
-Removing any donated items left outside of the bins
-Removal of the bin on the date reported

Facilities Management will monitor the bins and notify the student organization or department contact if:
-There is already a bin placed in the location you have requested during the same time period
-Bins are full
-Bins are located outside of the approved area
-Donation items have been left outside of the bin
-It is past the date that bin should have been removed

For additional information or to complete a “Donation Bin Notification Form” please click here.

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HuskiesFit Ultimate Session 8-Punch Cards are still available and good through May 4, 2018.

With so many options available, there is no better time like the present to Commit to be Fit! For more information visit Ultimate Session Punch Card .

Join a Student Organization

Looking for another student organization to join? Look no further! Walk around campus and visit the different student organizations that have set up booths and games to play. There are prizes for the best booths and giveaways! Hang out with your friends and fellow Huskies on campus! The rain location is the SDC Multipurpose Room. It all happens on Friday, April 20th 12 noon to 4 pm.

To register your student organization please go to this link by April 13th: http://bit.ly/2oHS49V

Live Music in MUB Commons

Do you love LIVE MUSIC? Join us in the MUB Commons as we host our last 906 Night of the year on Saturday, April 21st at 9:06 pm !

What’s 906 Night? Well, its music – live music – right here on campus, it’s free, and it’s starting at 9:06pm – of course! This month’s event is brought to you by MUB Board (Memorial Union Board), Late Night Programming, and Michigan Tech SLS.

Brother Brother plays indie rock on a banjo. Originally hailing from Sarasota, Florida, the energy of this sibling duo brings a fresh light to today’s roots music revival. Singer-songwriters Bradley and Brett Anderson have original harmonies and tunes ranging from Mumford-like melodies to Twenty-One Pilots-esque rhythms featured on acoustic and electric guitars, banjos, drums, and live MIDI

Korean Cuisine at Fridays Khana Khazana

By Khana Khazana

This week at the Memorial Union North Coast Grill and Deli, we are featuring a menu from Korea.

The menu features:         

• Jap Chae
• Vegetable Bibimbap
• Soon Du Bu Jigae (Korean Soft Tofu Stew)
• Chicken Bulgogi
• Korean Coffee Brownies

Serving is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday. The cost is $7.95 and includes a fountain beverage. Visit Khana Khazana on Facebook.

Michigan Tech Concert Choir “Beyond the Veil”

The Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts and Department of Visual and Performing Arts present a concert by the Michigan Tech Choirs: conscience: Michigan Tech Chamber Singers, and the Michigan Tech Concert Choir, on Friday, April 20, at 7:30 pm, in the Rozsa Center.  According to Jared Anderson, Chair, Visual and Performing Arts Department, and Choirs Director, “The choirs at Tech have been working hard to prepare a concert that includes a number of interesting themes.  The title of the concert, “Beyond the Veil”, refers to themes that seem to be opposites as if on two sides of a veil: love and loss, life and death, health and sickness, slavery and freedom, youth and old age.  There will be something for everyone at the concert this Friday—love songs, spirituals, folksongs, and sacred motets.”

Tickets for Beyond the Veil are on sale now, $13 for adults, $5 for youth, and no charge for Michigan Tech students with the Experience Tech fee, available by phone at (906) 487-2073, online at mtu.edu/rozsa, in person at the Central Ticketing Office in the Student Development Complex, or at the Rozsa Box Office the evening of the performance. Please note the Rozsa Box Office only opens two hours prior to performances.

The Campus Store Invites You to our Spring Fling Sale!

Today

Friday, April 20th.

Take an additional 50% off ALL clearance items.

PLUS! a  FREE GIFT with every apparel and souvenir purchase.

Lectures by Dr. Kevin Peil – Sunday April 22, 2018

“Noah’s Ark and the Flood”, April 22nd at 9:00 am, at Peace Lutheran Church:  Dr. Peil will give a bible class that discusses the Noah’s Ark and the flood from a scientific perspective.  It will cover details on the ark construction, the number and types of animals on the ark, the geological impact the flood had on the earth plus several more topics.

“The Case for Creation” Lecture, April 22nd at 3:00 pm, in DOW 642: The lecture will discuss how the doctrine of creation is foundational to the Christian faith.  This talk will cover all aspects of creation beginning with the six day creation week, fossils, and genetics.  It will also discuss where modern creation science research stands on a number of different topics.  The lecture will be about an hour long with time for questions afterward.  This event is free and open to all students and community members.  We hope to see you there!

About the Speaker: Kevin Peil is a PhD Chemical Engineer who has worked for The Dow Chemical Company for the last 28 years.  He is also the founder of Tri City Brewing.  Dr. Peil has spoken around the country on topics related to science and the Bible and presents a young-earth creation perspective.

Hosted by Lutheran Collegians at MTU

http://www.lutherancollegians.org/events/

Time To Pick Up Cap, Gown and Tickets for Commencement

Spring 2018 Cap and Gown and Commencement ticket pickup at the bookstore in the MUB.

Monday, April 23rd – Friday, April 27th – 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.

Monday, April 30th – Thursday, May 3rd – 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.

For questions about cap and gown, please email: capandgown@mtu.edu

For questions about tickets, please contact the ticketing office at (906) 487-2073

SIS Step Show Today

Please join the Society of Intellectual Sisters (SIS) at their STEP SHOW today to celebrate Spring Fling.  Stepping is an African-American collegiate tradition, and SIS has been stepping at Michigan Tech for decades.  Come see what the SISters of SIS have worked hard to prepare for the University Community.

(here’s the 2010 show: https://youtu.be/3GnVAq2qo8M)

SIS Vice President Logan McMillan (chemical engineering major) was awarded the 2018 Percy Julian Award yesterday!  The Percy Julian award is given to the student who best displays outstanding leadership accomplishments which promote diversity, social equality, or racial/ethnic and cultural understanding at Michigan Tech.

Fundraiser for Copper Country Senior Meals on Wheels & HuskyFan

The sisters of Alpha Gamma Delta Women’s Fraternity will be holding a fundraiser to benefit the Copper Country Senior Meals on Wheels and HuskyFan on Wednesday, April 25 in the Library Cafe. All day Wednesday, April 25, 2018, 10 percent of total sales will be donated by Dining Services. In addition, Alpha Gamma Delta cash cards will also be on sale for $5. These cards have discounts for Michigan Tech Dining Services, Joey’s Seafood & Grill, Subway, Domino’s, McDonald’s, Culver’s, and more. An anonymous donor has generously offered to double all proceeds raised. Please drop by the Library Café and join the sisters of Alpha Gamma Delta in fighting hunger, locally, one sip at time!

Nach-O-Average Study Break

The MUB Board is hosting a Nach-O-Average Study Break in the MUB Ballroom B on Thursday, April 26th at 6 pm. There will be a free nacho bar, themed coloring and movies.

Come and relax and enjoy some time away, a study break.

Student Showcase – From There to Here

The Rozsa Center and the Department of Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) are excited to announce their semi-annual student showcase, titled From There to Here, featuring works of art created by Michigan Tech students who are participating in Project Learning Lab, an innovative arts classroom based inside of Rozsa gallery b. Work on display was created by students in Lisa Gordillo’s Traditional Sculpture, Advanced Sculpture, and 3D Design classes. Students from many campus disciplines are represented, including Materials Sciences, English, and Theatre Arts. The exhibition is in Rozsa gallery b, and runs April 18-20, 2018. A reception will be held Friday, April 20, from 5-6:30 pm. The reception is free and all are welcome.

Panhellenic Council Canvas Painting

Come join the Panhellenic Council for canvas painting and fruit punch on Wednesday, April 25th from 7-8 pm in the MUB Commons! Are you interested in joining a student organization that will promote your personal and professional growth? Has learning about what sorority life is all about ever crossed your mind? Painting with Panhellenic provides a comfortable, casual environment for those with questions to get them answered by sorority women. Come find out what the Fraternity and Sorority Life has to offer to you!!

If you have any questions, please feel free to email sororitylife@gmail.com

Superior Wind Symphony and Campus Performing Arts in Concert

The Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts and Department of Visual and Performing Arts present a concert by the Superior Wind Symphony and Campus Concert Band, titled “Right Now,” a celebration of music written by contemporary composers. They will perform this Saturday, April 21, at 7:30 pm, in the Rozsa Center.

Tickets for Right Now are on sale now, $13 for adults, $5 for youth, and no charge for Michigan Tech students with the Experience Tech fee, available by phone at (906) 487-2073, online at mtu.edu/rozsa, in person at the Central Ticketing Office in the Student Development Complex, or at the Rozsa Box Office the evening of the performance. Please note the Rozsa Box Office only opens two hours prior to performances.

For more information please contact Mike Christianson at mchristi@mtu.edu, 906-487-2825, or visit us online at mtu.edu/rozsa

Music for Medlife

Come check out Music for Medlife this Saturaday, April 21! Medlife is a student organization committed to providing Medicine, Education, and Development to countries around the world. Students in the organization are fundraising to volunteer in Peru Summer 2018 and 2019. Doors open at 7 pm, and the concert starts at 8 pm, at the Orpheum Theater featuring Soul Raga, Natty Daddy’s, and Highlight Reel. See the flier for more details!

Women’s Soccer Club Hosting Spring Training

The women’s club soccer team is hosting a spring training and conditioning to get women interested in playing the sport or for those who want to hang out with a good group of people and work out.

They will be hosting trainings on Mondays from 7-8 pm in the Wood Gym Until the end of the semester.

There will be weekend trainings at Sherman Field on these dates.

Sunday, April 22nd from 10 am – 12 pm.

Photography Exhibition at Omega House

A team including Michigan Tech student co-curators Mads Howard and John Hughes, Omega House Marketing Coordinator Carol Pfefferkorn and Anne Beffel (VPA) are creating an exhibition of mindfulness-based photographs. The Omega House Hospice of Houghton will host a series of images by students of Beffel’s Art and Nature studio course now through May 2. A series of 32 photographs taken almost exclusively with cell phones, utilizing no zoom or editing, demonstrate the power of simply slowing down and paying attention to life as it unfolds from one moment to the next.

Michigan Tech Recreation Offers AppAudio    

Customers have two WiFi networks to choose from – MichiganTech and MichiganTechGuest.

For more information on how to set up AppAudio on your devices, see HowToAppAudio.

One Diet Does Not Fit All! 

Work together with our certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, Joan Kero, as she guides, supports, educates and motivates you to create goals that are in line with your dreams for greater health and vitality.

For more information, visit Personal Health Coaching or contact Joan Kero at jakero@mtu.edu.

It’s never too late to start your health journey. Get started RIGHT now!

Donation Bin Information

If your student organization or department is collecting donations, Facilities Management must be notified of any donation bins being placed on campus. Bins may only be placed in approved locations, for a list of approved locations please click here.

Only one bin is allowed per building at a time. Bins are allowed on a first “notify” first serve basis, so please submit your information to us early.

Student organizations or departments are responsible for:
-Notifying Facilities Management of bin placement at least 2 days prior to placing the bin
-Periodically emptying the bins
-Removing any donated items left outside of the bins
-Removal of the bin on the date reported

Facilities Management will monitor the bins and notify the student organization or department contact if:
-There is already a bin placed in the location you have requested during the same time period
-Bins are full
-Bins are located outside of the approved area
-Donation items have been left outside of the bin
-It is past the date that bin should have been removed

For additional information or to complete a “Donation Bin Notification Form” please click here.

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HuskiesFit Ultimate Session 8-Punch Cards are still available and good through May 4, 2018.

With so many options available, there is no better time like the present to Commit to be Fit! For more information visit Ultimate Session Punch Card .

Comedian Brandon Vestal to Perform

Brandon is a must see comedian with his low key and deeply personal, honest style he’s sure to make you laugh. He has been featured on many comedy outlets such as NBC’s Last Comic Standing, Man Up Stand Up. He was winner of the Hollywood Comedy Festival. Brandon Vestal will perform in the MUB Commons on Friday, April 13th at 9 pm.  Come and be prepared to laugh.

Customer Appreciation Sale

Michigan Tech Campus Store and University Images would like to show our appreciation and thank you for your continued patronage by once again offering our annual Customer Appreciation Sale on Friday, April 13th from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Nearly everything in the stores will be 25% off. We have a great selection of sporting apparel, outerwear, school supplies and souvenirs. Our clearance racks are full! We look forward to you stopping by!

Feedback for Orca TV

Orca TV is new to Michigan Tech and would like to get your feedback on your social media use as well as how to expand Orca TV to the campus community. This survey will only take about 2 minutes to complete and in return, you will be entered into a contest for a chance to win a gift card!

Check out this video for more information and CLICK HERE to take the survey!

If this links do not work for you, I have copied them down below.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/apogeesocial

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bhEpw76mTiA&rel=0

If you have any questions, please contact rspencer@mtu.edu

Play Laser Tag

Head to the Wood Gym and play laser tag on Saturday, April 14th  from 7-11 pm! There will chances to play different styles of laser tag during the event. Don’t miss out on this exciting event! All you have to do is show up at the door and sign up, no reservations needed. There will be inflatable barriers to hide behind, along with masks, laser tag guns, and other playing equipment provided. You just need to bring yourself and your friends. Matches of 8v8. Remember to wear appropriate clothing since the gym can get warm.

Tech Theatre Presents “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”

Love abounds! Trickery and magic reveal lovers and fools. A Midsummer Night’s Dream brings together some of Shakespeare’s most memorable characters in a romantic and hilarious adventure. Tech Theatre presents the classic Shakespeare comedy of love, magic, and mixed signals, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, for three nights at the Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts. The play will run Thursday, April 12 -Saturday, April 14, at 7:30 pm each night.

Lysander loves Hermia, but Hermia loves Demetrius. The trouble is Demetrius loves Helena who believes she loves Lysander! This is what happens when a love potion gets into the wrong hands. How does it end? Happily, of course! But the mad romantic romp won’t end until magic restores the lovers’ senses. In Shakespeare’s words:

“Ay me! for aught that I could ever read,
Could ever hear by tale or history,
The course of true love never did run smooth.”

Play director Patricial Helsel describes the production, “A Midsummer Night’s Dream features actors from all across campus, as well as community and staff members. Christopher Schwartz, Lecturer in the Kinesiology and Integrative Physiology Department, plays Oberon, the King of the Fairies.  Mark Wilcox, News Writer for University Marketing and Communications joins the cast as Quince, leading the comedic troupe of artisans. The play features original music created by instructor, Libby Meyer, and student, Devin Deal.  The fairies sing beautiful harmonies and the show has lovely incidental music composed by Deal.  The forest comes alive with a robust ambiance created by student Sound Designer, Samantha Palumbo.  A Midsummer Night’s Dream is sure to delight with spectacle, sound, love, and humor.  Tickets for A Midusmmer Nigh’ts Dream are on sale now, $15 for adults, $6 for youth, and no charge for Michigan Tech students with the Experience Tech fee. Tickets are available by phone at (906) 487-2073, online at mtu.edu/rozsa, in person at the Central Ticketing Office in the Student Development Complex, or at the Rozsa Box Office the evening of the performance.  Please note the Rozsa Box Office is only open one hour prior to performances.

Join a Student Organization

Looking for another student organization to join? Look no further! Walk around campus and visit the different student organizations that have set up booths and games to play. There are prizes for the best booths and giveaways! Hang out with your friends and fellow Huskies on campus! The rain location is the SDC Multipurpose Room. It all happens on Friday, April 20th 12 noon to 4 pm.

To register your student organization please go to this link by April 13th: http://bit.ly/2oHS49V

5K Run/Walk to Raise Money for the Multiple Sclerosis Society

This event is a 5k run/walk to raise money to donate to the Michigan Chapter of the Multiple Sclerosis Society. The Physical Therapy Student Organization will the hosting the event, with volunteers from Finlandia, Walgreen’s, and the Pre-PT Club at MTU assisting (approximately 40 volunteers total). Faculty advisor, Dr. Cameron Williams (willi4ct@cmich.edu), will be present during the event. The run will take place on April 14, 2018, with registration beginning at 9 am, the running event starting at 9:30 am, and the walk beginning at 9:40 am. Volunteers will inspect the course the previous evening and will be on location at approximately 7 am to begin set-up for the race. The event will conclude no later than 1:00 pm, with clean-up following the event and concluding by 2:00 pm. Volunteers will ensure all trash (empty water bottles, paper, plates, napkins, etc.) has been placed in the proper trash and recycling bins, and all tables, markers, and other equipment are removed from the starting area and the course.

There will be 3-4 tables set up (rented from Superior Rentals) for registration, t-shirt pick-up, raffle prizes, multiple sclerosis information, and post-race refreshments (bottled water, muffins, fruit, etc.). A DJ will be present, using a generator to power his equipment to provide music before the race, during the race start, and as the runners are crossing the finish line. The tables will be located on the sidewalk behind Lot 14, where the starting line of the race will be. Volunteers will be marking the course with brightly colored flags and follow the course outlined in the image below. Volunteers will be stationed at all intersections with orange shirts and stop signs to halt traffic and provide participants with directions to stay on course. Participants will be provided with a course map prior to the race.

This event involves physical activity, either running or walking on paved sidewalks or crosswalks. There is a low risk of musculoskeletal injury, such as sprains, strains, abrasions, or bruises, or other exercise-associated illnesses (heat illness, etc). Event organizers will work diligently to prevent such injuries by maintaining a clear race course, posting crossing guards at all intersections, and monitoring participants during the event. All PTSO volunteers are CPR/AED certified, and have completed Blood Borne Pathogen training. There will be a certified athletic trainer covering the event, and there are several other volunteers with first aid training. These volunteers will be spread out along the race course and placed at the starting/finishing line to assist runners. EMS services have also been requested for the event. Prior to the event, participants will be required to sign a liability waver.

In the event that an injury or illness occurs, these previously mentioned volunteers will provide assistance within their scope of ability. Volunteers will have radios to contact EMS or the athletic trainer for assistance with more serious injury or illness. If a serious emergency occurs, EMS will be activated (911 will be called and EMS will be flagged down).

The event will be held even if inclement weather occurs, including rain or snow. However, if weather conditions pose a serious threat (lightning, heavy rain fall, dangerous temperatures, tornado, etc.), the event will be cancelled, and tickets refunded, or the event will be rescheduled for the following weekend.

Lectures by Dr. Kevin Peil – Sunday April 22, 2018

“Noah’s Ark and the Flood”, April 22nd at 9:00 am, at Peace Lutheran Church:  Dr. Peil will give a bible class that discusses the Noah’s Ark and the flood from a scientific perspective.  It will cover details on the ark construction, the number and types of animals on the ark, the geological impact the flood had on the earth plus several more topics.

“The Case for Creation” Lecture, April 22nd at 3:00 pm, in DOW 642: The lecture will discuss how the doctrine of creation is foundational to the Christian faith.  This talk will cover all aspects of creation beginning with the six day creation week, fossils, and genetics.  It will also discuss where modern creation science research stands on a number of different topics.  The lecture will be about an hour long with time for questions afterward.  This event is free and open to all students and community members.  We hope to see you there!

About the Speaker: Kevin Peil is a PhD Chemical Engineer who has worked for The Dow Chemical Company for the last 28 years.  He is also the founder of Tri City Brewing.  Dr. Peil has spoken around the country on topics related to science and the Bible and presents a young-earth creation perspective.

Hosted by Lutheran Collegians at MTU

http://www.lutherancollegians.org/events/

Student Showcase – From There to Here

The Rozsa Center and the Department of Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) are excited to announce their semi-annual student showcase, titled From There to Here, featuring works of art created by Michigan Tech students who are participating in Project Learning Lab, an innovative arts classroom based inside of Rozsa gallery b. Work on display was created by students in Lisa Gordillo’s Traditional Sculpture, Advanced Sculpture, and 3D Design classes. Students from many campus disciplines are represented, including Materials Sciences, English, and Theatre Arts. The exhibition is in Rozsa gallery b, and runs April 18-20, 2018. A reception will be held Friday, April 20, from 5-6:30 pm. The reception is free and all are welcome.

Blue Key Logo Contest

Blue key would like to announce the WC2019 Theme and logo contest in the student news briefs. Please include the following text:

Though there is still snow on the ground from this last winter, we are already looking forward to Winter Carnival 2019!  Blue Key Honor Society is proud to announce the theme for Winter Carnival 2019: ‘Years of innovation STEM from this snowy situation‘.

We are looking for your help in creating the logo to fit the theme. The chosen logo will be featured on all Winter Carnival merchandise and will dictate the overall mood of Winter Carnival.

Both hand drawings and digital designs are welcome!  Designs are to be completed using the attached contest form and following the instructions included.  Submissions are due by Friday, April 20th at 11:59pm and can be sent to bluekey@mtu.edu.

Live Music in MUB Commons

Do you love LIVE MUSIC? Join us in the MUB Commons as we host our last 906 Night of the year on Saturday, April 21st at 9:06 pm !

What’s 906 Night? Well, its music – live music – right here on campus, it’s free, and it’s starting at 9:06pm – of course! This month’s event is brought to you by MUB Board (Memorial Union Board), Late Night Programming, and Michigan Tech SLS.

Brother Brother plays indie rock on a banjo. Originally hailing from Sarasota, Florida, the energy of this sibling duo brings a fresh light to today’s roots music revival. Singer-songwriters Bradley and Brett Anderson have original harmonies and tunes ranging from Mumford-like melodies to Twenty-One Pilots-esque rhythms featured on acoustic and electric guitars, banjos, drums, and live MIDI sampling.

Check out more of their music here: http://brotherbrothermusic.com/

Women’s Soccer Club Hosting Spring Training

The women’s club soccer team is hosting a spring training and conditioning to get women interested in playing the sport or for those who want to hang out with a good group of people and work out.

They will be hosting trainings on Mondays from 7-8 pm in the Wood Gym Until the end of the semester.

There will be weekend trainings at Sherman Field on these dates.

Saturday, April 14th from 12 pm – 1 pm.

Sunday, April 22nd from 10 am – 12 pm.

Michigan Tech Recreation Offers AppAudio

Michigan Tech Recreation now offers AppAudio, a free mobile app available in and around the SDC Fitness Center. Simply download the app to your mobile device, and you’ll be able to listen to any one of the 8 Fitness Center TV’s from anywhere within the Fitness Center while you’re working out.

Customers have two WiFi networks to choose from – MichiganTech and MichiganTechGuest.

For more information on how to set up AppAudio on your devices, see HowToAppAudio.

One Diet Does Not Fit All! 

Work together with our certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, Joan Kero, as she guides, supports, educates and motivates you to create goals that are in line with your dreams for greater health and vitality.

For more information, visit Personal Health Coaching or contact Joan Kero at jakero@mtu.edu.

It’s never too late to start your health journey. Get started RIGHT now!

UPCOMING INTRAMURAL SPORTS

Volleyball 2’s:       Deadline on April 16th @ 5:00 pm
                               Tournament will start on April 19^th

Register your team at www.imleagues.com/MTU

– For more information:  E-mail imsports@mtu.edu

Donation Bin Information

If your student organization or department is collecting donations, Facilities Management must be notified of any donation bins being placed on campus. Bins may only be placed in approved locations, for a list of approved locations please click here.

Only one bin is allowed per building at a time. Bins are allowed on a first “notify” first serve basis, so please submit your information to us early.

Student organizations or departments are responsible for:
-Notifying Facilities Management of bin placement at least 2 days prior to placing the bin
-Periodically emptying the bins
-Removing any donated items left outside of the bins
-Removal of the bin on the date reported

Facilities Management will monitor the bins and notify the student organization or department contact if:
-There is already a bin placed in the location you have requested during the same time period
-Bins are full
-Bins are located outside of the approved area
-Donation items have been left outside of the bin
-It is past the date that bin should have been removed

For additional information or to complete a “Donation Bin Notification Form” please click here.

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HuskiesFit Ultimate Session 8-Punch Cards are still available and good through May 4, 2018.

With so many options available, there is no better time like the present to Commit to be Fit! For more information visit Ultimate Session Punch Card .

Comedian Brandon Vestal to Perform

Brandon is a must see comedian with his low key and deeply personal, honest style he’s sure to make you laugh. He has been featured on many comedy outlets such as NBC’s Last Comic Standing, Man Up Stand Up. He was winner of the Hollywood Comedy Festival. Brandon Vestal will perform in the MUB Commons on Friday, April 13th at 9 pm.  Come and be prepared to laugh.

Extra Life Charity Event

Triangle Fraternity and MUB Board are hosting this year’s Extra Life Charity Event Saturday, April 7th from 8 pm-2 am in the Wadsworth Dining Hall, and want you to join us! This event includes gaming of all kind (PC, console, board games) in order to help raise money for Children’s Miracle Network. We will also have free food from Jimmy John’s, free coffee from Biggby, and Campus Café discounts. Want to compete? You’re in luck! We have tournaments running in Euchre (8:30), Smash (9:30), LoL (10:30), and Halo 3 (11:30)! But wait, there’s more. We will also be offering open play in Rock Band/Guitar Hero, Smash, Jackbox games, Halo, Euchre, Minecraft, and Rocket League! We hope to see you there!

Are you unable to attend the event, but still want to donate? Follow this link to do so https://bit.ly/2I7GbkN

Feedback for Orca TV

Orca TV is new to Michigan Tech and would like to get your feedback on your social media use as well as how to expand Orca TV to the campus community. This survey will only take about 2 minutes to complete and in return, you will be entered into a contest for a chance to win a gift card!

Check out this video for more information and CLICK HERE to take the survey!

If this links do not work for you, I have copied them down below.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/apogeesocial

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bhEpw76mTiA&rel=0

If you have any questions, please contact rspencer@mtu.edu

There will be a “New Orleans” themed spring dance held in the basement of St. Albert the Great Church on Saturday, April 7th hosted by St. Al’s and InterVarsity Christian Fellowship.  Swing dance lessons by the MTU Swing Dance Club will be available from 7-8 pm and the dance will be from 9 pm-12 am. There will be snacks, dancing, and lots of fun!”  

Engineers Without Borders Annual Band Benefit

The Engineers Without Borders Annual Band Benefit raises funds for our

current rural water improvement projects in Guatemala and Panama. For $5, come to the MUB ballroom A on Sunday, April 8th between 4 and 7 pm to hear live music, dance, enjoy refreshments, and put in to win some raffles. Ben and the Bamboozlers, Momentum, and the Naddy Daddie will be playing for you, with sound provided by WMTU. See you there!

Play Laser Tag

Head to the Wood Gym and play laser tag on Saturday, April 14th from 7-11 pm! There will chances to play different styles of laser tag during the event. Don’t miss out on this exciting event! All you have to do is show up at the door and sign up, no reservations needed. There will be inflatable barriers to hide behind, along with masks, laser tag guns, and other playing equipment provided. You just need to bring yourself and your friends. Matches of 8v8. Remember to wear appropriate clothing since the gym can get warm.

Blue Key Logo Contest

Blue key would like to announce the WC2019 Theme and logo contest in the student news briefs. Please include the following text:

Though there is still snow on the ground from this last winter, we are already looking forward to Winter Carnival 2019!  Blue Key Honor Society is proud to announce the theme for Winter Carnival 2019: ‘Years of innovation STEM from this snowy situation‘.

We are looking for your help in creating the logo to fit the theme. The chosen logo will be featured on all Winter Carnival merchandise and will dictate the overall mood of Winter Carnival.

Both hand drawings and digital designs are welcome!  Designs are to be completed using the attached contest form and following the instructions included.  Submissions are due by Friday, April 20th at 11:59pm and can be sent to bluekey@mtu.edu.

Women’s Soccer Club Hosting Spring Training

The women’s club soccer team is hosting a spring training and conditioning to get women interested in playing the sport or for those who want to hang out with a good group of people and work out.

They will be hosting trainings on Mondays from 7-8 pm in the Wood Gym Until the end of the semester.

There will be weekend trainings at Sherman Field on these dates:

Sunday, April 8th from 10 am – 12 pm.

Saturday, April 14th from 12 pm – 1 pm.

Sunday, April 22nd from 10 am – 12 pm.

UPCOMING INTRAMURAL SPORTS

Tennis Doubles: Deadline on April 11th @ 5:00 pm

                             Tournament will start on April 13^th

Volleyball 2’s:       Deadline on April 16th @ 5:00 pm
                               Tournament will start on April 19^th

Register your team at www.imleagues.com/MTU

– For more information:  E-mail imsports@mtu.edu

High School Yoga

High school athletes, join certified instructor Joan Kero for a Yoga class just for you! No matter what sport you participate in, this yoga class will assist you in improving your flexibility, alignment, balance, core stability, strength, agility, endurance, lung capacity and mobility, thus dramatically affecting your athletic performance. Learn techniques that you can use to calm your nerves, steady your mind and improve your focus. Please bring your own mat if you have one.

Donation Bin Information

If your student organization or department is collecting donations, Facilities Management must be notified of any donation bins being placed on campus. Bins may only be placed in approved locations, for a list of approved locations please click here.

Only one bin is allowed per building at a time. Bins are allowed on a first “notify” first serve basis, so please submit your information to us early.

Student organizations or departments are responsible for:
-Notifying Facilities Management of bin placement at least 2 days prior to placing the bin
-Periodically emptying the bins
-Removing any donated items left outside of the bins
-Removal of the bin on the date reported

Facilities Management will monitor the bins and notify the student organization or department contact if:
-There is already a bin placed in the location you have requested during the same time period
-Bins are full
-Bins are located outside of the approved area
-Donation items have been left outside of the bin
-It is past the date that bin should have been removed

For additional information or to complete a “Donation Bin Notification Form” please click here.

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5K Run/Walk to Raise Money for the Multiple Sclerosis Society

This event is a 5k run/walk to raise money to donate to the Michigan Chapter of the Multiple Sclerosis Society. The Physical Therapy Student Organization will the hosting the event, with volunteers from Finlandia, Walgreen’s, and the Pre-PT Club at MTU assisting (approximately 40 volunteers total). Faculty advisor, Dr. Cameron Williams (willi4ct@cmich.edu), will be present during the event. The run will take place on April 14, 2018, with registration beginning at 9 am, the running event starting at 9:30 am, and the walk beginning at 9:40 am. Volunteers will inspect the course the previous evening and will be on location at approximately 7 am to begin set-up for the race. The event will conclude no later than 1:00 pm, with clean-up following the event and concluding by 2:00 pm. Volunteers will ensure all trash (empty water bottles, paper, plates, napkins, etc.) has been placed in the proper trash and recycling bins, and all tables, markers, and other equipment are removed from the starting area and the course.

There will be 3-4 tables set up (rented from Superior Rentals) for registration, t-shirt pick-up, raffle prizes, multiple sclerosis information, and post-race refreshments (bottled water, muffins, fruit, etc.). A DJ will be present, using a generator to power his equipment to provide music before the race, during the race start, and as the runners are crossing the finish line. The tables will be located on the sidewalk behind Lot 14, where the starting line of the race will be. Volunteers will be marking the course with brightly colored flags and follow the course outlined in the image below. Volunteers will be stationed at all intersections with orange shirts and stop signs to halt traffic and provide participants with directions to stay on course. Participants will be provided with a course map prior to the race.

This event involves physical activity, either running or walking on paved sidewalks or crosswalks. There is a low risk of musculoskeletal injury, such as sprains, strains, abrasions, or bruises, or other exercise-associated illnesses (heat illness, etc). Event organizers will work diligently to prevent such injuries by maintaining a clear race course, posting crossing guards at all intersections, and monitoring participants during the event. All PTSO volunteers are CPR/AED certified, and have completed Blood Borne Pathogen training. There will be a certified athletic trainer covering the event, and there are several other volunteers with first aid training. These volunteers will be spread out along the race course and placed at the starting/finishing line to assist runners. EMS services have also been requested for the event. Prior to the event, participants will be required to sign a liability waver.

In the event that an injury or illness occurs, these previously mentioned volunteers will provide assistance within their scope of ability. Volunteers will have radios to contact EMS or the athletic trainer for assistance with more serious injury or illness. If a serious emergency occurs, EMS will be activated (911 will be called and EMS will be flagged down).

The event will be held even if inclement weather occurs, including rain or snow. However, if weather conditions pose a serious threat (lightning, heavy rain fall, dangerous temperatures, tornado, etc.), the event will be cancelled, and tickets refunded, or the event will be rescheduled for the following weekend.

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HuskiesFit Ultimate Session 8-Punch Cards are still available and good through May 4, 2018.

With so many options available, there is no better time like the present to Commit to be Fit! For more information visit Ultimate Session Punch Card .

Student Activities announces the Spring 2018 HuskyLEAD series.  HuskyLEAD is a series of hour-long workshops that help Michigan Tech students develop personal, professional, academic and organizational leadership skills.  The workshops are free and open to everyone.  All sessions will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. in the Memorial Union Alumni Lounge A.

Faculty and staff are encouraged to pass this information along to students.  Attendance is taken at the workshops and can be forwarded to faculty who assign them as a supplement to their curriculum.

The Spring 2018 schedule is as follows: 

Thursday, April 5 – “Mindfulness 101:  Improve Focus and Reduce Stress Before Finals.”  Learn the basics of mindfulness to help you reduce stress and increase your focus for final exams.  The practice of mindfulness can be applied to starting a new job or internship, or just reducing daily stress and living more fully in the present.  The presenter is Joan Kero,health coach and yoga instructor.

For more information, visit the HuskyLEAD website at http://www.mtu.edu/student-activities/leadership/huskylead/.  If you have any questions or comments about the workshops, email Rochelle Spencer at raspence@mtu.edu, or Maryann Wilcox at mawilcox@mtu.edu, or call 7-1963.

Take 5 for Sexual Assault Awareness Month

April is Sexual Assault Awareness month. The Michigan Tech community is invited to “Take 5” to help prevent sexual assault. For 5 minutes a day for 5 days, there are opportunities for sexual assault awareness, support, education, and action that can strengthen the CommUNITY of Michigan Tech.

Every 98 seconds, another American is sexually assaulted. (rainn.org)  Giving 5 minutes for 5 days during this week is a step closer to changing this statistic.

From April 2-6 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., visit the first floor of the library, and learn more about the theme for that day:

Take 5 to Know the Stats

Take 5 to Take Action and Recognize – It’s On Us

Take 5 to Support your Fellow Huskies

Take 5 to Meet Public Safety

Take 5 to Speak Up

At the end of the week, the big event will be featuring Kyla Lacey’s Slam Poetry in a campus Open Mic Night presented by the WHSA Coffee House. Lacey’s work is the perfect conclusion to this week, as her profile describes her as having, “an innate ability to balance heavy issues with her biting humor.” Open Mic Night will be in the Wadsworth Annex (G11) from 9pm-12am. There will be free coffee, tea, and snacks, and italian soda; plus, the first 40 people receive a free mug!

Thank you to the following departments for sponsoring Kyla Lacey and the Open Mic Night: Academic and Community Conduct, Housing and Residential Life, Center for Diversity and Inclusion, Counseling Services, Late Night Programming, Student Wellness, Institutional Equity and Inclusion, and Visiting Women and Minority Lecture/Scholar which is funded by a grant to the Office of Institutional Equity and Inclusion from the State of Michigan’s King-Chavez-Parks Initiative.

There will be a “New Orleans” themed spring dance held in the basement of St. Albert the Great Church on Saturday, April 7th hosted by St. Al’s and InterVarsity Christian Fellowship.  Swing dance lessons by the MTU Swing Dance Club will be available from 7-8 pm and the dance will be from 9 pm-12 am. There will be snacks, dancing, and lots of fun!”  

UPCOMING INTRAMURAL SPORTS

Spring Soccer:     Still accepting teams on the wait list
Wait list Deadline on April 2 @ 8:00 am

Ultimate Frisbee: Still accepting teams on the wait list
Wait list Deadline on April 2 @ 8:00 am

Tennis Doubles: Deadline on April 11th @ 5:00 pm
                             Tournament will start on April 13^th

Volleyball 2’s:       Deadline on April 16th @ 5:00 pm
                               Tournament will start on April 19^th

Register your team at www.imleagues.com/MTU

– For more information:  E-mail imsports@mtu.edu

Come support Omega House by attending the Kentucky Derby themed Charity Ball put on by the Houghton-Hancock Rotaract Club and Circle K! Attendees will enjoy dancing, performances by the Swing Team and the MTU Dance Team, a live band, a DJ, hors d’oeuvres, cash bar, giveaways, a professional photo booth, and much more! Tickets are $10 for students and $15 for community members, and all ticket proceeds go to the Omega House! So put on your sundress, grab a mint julep, and have a great time while giving back!

Customer Appreciation Sale

Michigan Tech Campus Store and University Images would like to show our appreciation and thank you for your continued patronage by once again offering our annual Customer Appreciation Sale on Friday, April 13th from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Nearly everything in the stores will be 25% off. We have a great selection of sporting apparel, outerwear, school supplies and souvenirs. Our clearance racks are full! We look forward to you stopping by!

MUB Board Presents Tech Arts Festival 2018

Come join MUB Board for this year’s food themed Tech Arts Festival!

Food Photography Competition (4/2/18 – 4/6/18 @ 5 pm)
Throughout the week, you can submit a photo for the Food Photography Competition to mubboard@mtu.edu. Photographs can either be of food or reminds you of food. We are accepting submissions starting April 2nd and ending April 6th at 5 pm. The top 3 submissions will be selected by MUB Board to win a $25 gift card to either Joey’s, The Library, and The Ambassador. An audience choice will also be selected through Facebook to win a $50 Amazon gift card. Winners will be announced April 9th. 

College Cooking Competition (4/3/18, 6-8 PM)
If cooking is your thing come join us on Tuesday, April 3rd for a College Cooking Competition in the MUB Commons from 6-8 pm. The challenge is to make your best version of College Ramen (supplies will be provided). The best recipe will receive a trophy. Arrive early, spots are limited!

Creative Glasses and Cookie Decorating (4/5/18, 6-8 PM)
Join us on Thursday, April 5,  from 6-8pm, there will be creative glasses and cookie decorating in the Alley Makerspace (Basement of the MUB). Be creative while painting your glasses and decorating your cookies! Glasses, cookies, paint, and decorations will be provided. Supplies are limited.

Final Meeting for American Society for Engineering Management

The American Society for Engineering Management (ASEM) will be having their final meeting on Monday, April 2nd at 6 p.m. in Chem Sci 104B. If you are interested in joining or knowing about our plans for the 2018-2019 school year, please contact Emma LaFleur at ealafleu@mtu.edu to stay in the loop. Pizza and pop will be provided!

Yoga

High school athletes, join certified instructor Joan Kero for a Yoga class just for you! No matter what sport you participate in, this yoga class will assist you in improving your flexibility, alignment, balance, core stability, strength, agility, endurance, lung capacity and mobility, thus dramatically affecting your athletic performance. Learn techniques that you can use to calm your nerves, steady your mind and improve your focus. Please bring your own mat if you have one.

Buti Yoga
Join instructor Natasha for a new HuskiesFit adult group fitness class – Buti Yoga! Classes start soon!

Buti Yoga Basics Express – Perfect for the beginner and open to all fitness levels; anyone who wants to blast through their Friday lunch hour.

Buti Yoga Intensive – An 80-minute calorie-scorching workout open to all fitness levels and perfect for those with a basic knowledge of Yoga. If you’re looking for a way to finish your weekend strong, this intensive class will be exactly what you need!

Commit to Be HuskiesFit with Buti Yoga!

HuskiesFit Adult Group Fitness – Round 2!

• Little Huskies Boys Spring Camp – Grades 2-6
• Little Huskies Girls Basketball Spring Camp – Grades 2-5
• Little Huskies Football Camp -Grades 4-6
• Little Huskies Volleyball Spring Camp – Grades 2-6
• Youth Tennis Lessons (begin April 3) – Ages 5-17
• Track & Field Clinic – Grades 7-12
• Middle/High School Volleyball Position Clinics – Grades 6-12

5K Run/Walk to Raise Money for the Multiple Sclerosis Society

This event is a 5k run/walk to raise money to donate to the Michigan Chapter of the Multiple Sclerosis Society. The Physical Therapy Student Organization will the hosting the event, with volunteers from Finlandia, Walgreen’s, and the Pre-PT Club at MTU assisting (approximately 40 volunteers total). Faculty advisor, Dr. Cameron Williams (willi4ct@cmich.edu), will be present during the event. The run will take place on April 14, 2018, with registration beginning at 9 am, the running event starting at 9:30 am, and the walk beginning at 9:40 am. Volunteers will inspect the course the previous evening and will be on location at approximately 7 am to begin set-up for the race. The event will conclude no later than 1:00 pm, with clean-up following the event and concluding by 2:00 pm. Volunteers will ensure all trash (empty water bottles, paper, plates, napkins, etc.) has been placed in the proper trash and recycling bins, and all tables, markers, and other equipment are removed from the starting area and the course.

There will be 3-4 tables set up (rented from Superior Rentals) for registration, t-shirt pick-up, raffle prizes, multiple sclerosis information, and post-race refreshments (bottled water, muffins, fruit, etc.). A DJ will be present, using a generator to power his equipment to provide music before the race, during the race start, and as the runners are crossing the finish line. The tables will be located on the sidewalk behind Lot 14, where the starting line of the race will be. Volunteers will be marking the course with brightly colored flags and follow the course outlined in the image below. Volunteers will be stationed at all intersections with orange shirts and stop signs to halt traffic and provide participants with directions to stay on course. Participants will be provided with a course map prior to the race.

This event involves physical activity, either running or walking on paved sidewalks or crosswalks. There is a low risk of musculoskeletal injury, such as sprains, strains, abrasions, or bruises, or other exercise-associated illnesses (heat illness, etc). Event organizers will work diligently to prevent such injuries by maintaining a clear race course, posting crossing guards at all intersections, and monitoring participants during the event. All PTSO volunteers are CPR/AED certified, and have completed Blood Borne Pathogen training. There will be a certified athletic trainer covering the event, and there are several other volunteers with first aid training. These volunteers will be spread out along the race course and placed at the starting/finishing line to assist runners. EMS services have also been requested for the event. Prior to the event, participants will be required to sign a liability waver.

In the event that an injury or illness occurs, these previously mentioned volunteers will provide assistance within their scope of ability. Volunteers will have radios to contact EMS or the athletic trainer for assistance with more serious injury or illness. If a serious emergency occurs, EMS will be activated (911 will be called and EMS will be flagged down).

The event will be held even if inclement weather occurs, including rain or snow. However, if weather conditions pose a serious threat (lightning, heavy rain fall, dangerous temperatures, tornado, etc.), the event will be cancelled, and tickets refunded, or the event will be rescheduled for the following weekend.

 Jazz Festival

Join us at the Michigan Tech Jazz Festival to celebrate “50 Plus Years Of Great Jazz At Michigan Tech.” The Rozsa Center presents three days of events on Thursday, March 22  through Saturday, March 24, including a film about contemporary jazz piano great Fred Hersch, the annual Don Keranen Memorial Jazz Concert, and headlining the festival, see the legendary Grammy-nominated Fred Hersch Trio.

SCHEDULE

The Ballad of Fred Hersch
Thursday, March 22, 2018  7:30 PM

Master Class with Fred Hersch
Friday, March 23, 2018 3:00 PM

Don Keranen Memorial Jazz Festival
Friday, March 23, 2018 7:30 PM

Reception in Honor of Mike Irish
Friday, March 23, 2018 9:30 PM (following the concert)

Coming Out: My Coma Dreams
Saturday, March 24, 12:00 PM

The Fred Hersch Trio
Saturday, March 24, 7:30 PM

Children of Metropolis

Scrap Arts Music, Canadian-born and globally enjoyed, has performed in over fifteen countries on five continents for audiences of all backgrounds, with a family-friendly presentation of music and movement. Innovation. Energy. Rhythm. If you’re looking for a feel-good, adrenaline-packed experience – look no further. Take some scrap, transform it through the arts with welding, sculpture, and choreography, and then – with five extraordinary and athletic percussionists – create beautiful music. The result? Musical works that are intricate, playful and powerful, and that delight the eyes and the ears.  The Rozsa Center is proud to present the U.S. debut of their latest production, new in 2018: Children of Metropolis, on Wednesday, March 28, 2018, at 7:30 pm.   

Undergraduate Research Internship Program (URIP) Applications Due March 28

The Pavlis Honors College would like to remind undergraduate students that URIP 2018-19 applications are due March 28, 2018.

The internship program is open to any undergraduate student on campus. Students are welcome to apply with faculty with whom they are already working.

The program consists of a 20-week internship (mid-September through mid-March) as well as professional development activities centered on academic research and scholarship.

The Pavlis Honors College will provide $800 in funding for the student intern, with the expectation that faculty will provide matching funds to be dispensed concurrently, resulting in a total of $1600 (or $10/hr for 8 hours per week for a period of 20 weeks). Faculty may make use of research funds, IRAD, startup packages, or consult their chairs, deans or center/institute management to identify the source of their match.

Details regarding the Undergraduate Research Internship Program (URIP) application process can be found at mtu.edu/honors/research/urip/application.html.

The Undergraduate Research Internship Program is made possible by generous donations from the Portage Health Foundation and with the support of the Pavlis Honors College.

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Applications Now Open for the ICE House!

Spring HuskyLEAD Series

Student Activities announces the Spring 2018 HuskyLEAD series.  HuskyLEAD is a series of hour-long workshops that help Michigan Tech students develop personal, professional, academic and organizational leadership skills.  The workshops are free and open to everyone.  All sessions will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. in the Memorial Union Alumni Lounge A.

Faculty and staff are encouraged to pass this information along to students.  Attendance is taken at the workshops and can be forwarded to faculty who assign them as a supplement to their curriculum.

The Spring 2018 schedule is as follows: 

Thursday, April 5 – “Mindfulness 101:  Improve Focus and Reduce Stress Before Finals.”  Learn the basics of mindfulness to help you reduce stress and increase your focus for final exams.  The practice of mindfulness can be applied to starting a new job or internship, or just reducing daily stress and living more fully in the present.  The presenter is Joan Kero, health coach and yoga instructor.

For more information, visit the HuskyLEAD website at http://www.mtu.edu/student-activities/leadership/huskylead/.  If you have any questions or comments about the workshops, email Rochelle Spencer at raspence@mtu.edu, or Maryann Wilcox at mawilcox@mtu.edu, or call 7-1963.

Funding Available for your Organization

Do you have a great idea that would benefit Tech students, but your organization doesn’t have the funding to support it?

The Tech Parents Annual Fund may be able to help!

Registered student organizations (RSO), University departments, and those representing new campus initiatives intended to benefit the students of Michigan Technological University may request support from the Tech Parents Annual Fund for an event, program, travel, or equipment purchase.

For more information or to submit a Parents Fund request visit: https://www.mtu.edu/success/parents-family/annual-fund/requests/ .

What is BonzAI Brawl?

The BonzAI Brawl is an all day artificial intelligence programming competition where teams design autonomous agents capable of overcoming challenges and out-performing their opponents. Teams have eight hours to craft, tweak, and perfect their strategy before their AIs are entered in to the Brawl.

BonzAI Brawl will take place on April 7th, 2018. Check-in begins at 9am. Register here to reserve your place! The deadline to register is March 27th.

ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS GRADUATING IN MAY 2018:

The Michigan Tech Student Foundation (MTSF) and the Student Philanthropy Council invite you to make your upcoming commencement day even more meaningful by participating in the Class Tribute Program.  For $10, your tribute to them will be printed in the commencement program and displayed on the arena videoboard. Your contribution also supports student scholarships at Michigan Tech.

Just go to http://www.mtu.edu/classtributes  for program and participation details.  The deadline for tribute submissions is Tuesday, April 3rd.

For questions, contact Adam Portmann at 487-2542 or aportman@mtu.edu.

UPCOMING INTRAMURAL SPORTS

Battleship:         Deadline on March 23^nd @ 12:00 pm
Tournament will take place on Sunday, March 25^th starting at 5:00 pm

Swim Meet:             Deadline on March 26^th @ 5:00 pm
The meet will take place on Tuesday, March 27^th starting at 5:00 pm

Spring Soccer:       Deadline on March 27th @ 8:00 am

Ultimate Frisbee: Deadline on March 27th @ 8:00 am

Tennis Doubles:   Deadline on April 11th @ 5:00 pm
Tournament will start on April 13^th

Tennis Doubles:   Deadline on April 16th @ 5:00 pm
Tournament will start on April 19^th

Register your team at www.imleagues.com/MTU

– For more information:  E-mail imsports@mtu.edu

High school athletes, join certified instructor Joan Kero for a Yoga class just for you! No matter what sport you participate in, this yoga class will assist you in improving your flexibility, alignment, balance, core stability, strength, agility, endurance, lung capacity and mobility, thus dramatically affecting your athletic performance. Learn techniques that you can use to calm your nerves, steady your mind and improve your focus. Please bring your own mat if you have one.

Buti Yoga
Join instructor Natasha for a new HuskiesFit adult group fitness class – Buti Yoga! Classes start soon!

Buti Yoga Basics Express – Perfect for the beginner and open to all fitness levels; anyone who wants to blast through their Friday lunch hour.

Buti Yoga Intensive – An 80-minute calorie-scorching workout open to all fitness levels and perfect for those with a basic knowledge of Yoga. If you’re looking for a way to finish your weekend strong, this intensive class will be exactly what you need!

Commit to Be HuskiesFit with Buti Yoga!

HuskiesFit Adult Group Fitness – Round 2!

• Little Huskies Boys Spring Camp – Grades 2-6
• Little Huskies Girls Basketball Spring Camp – Grades 2-5
• Little Huskies Football Camp -Grades 4-6
• Little Huskies Volleyball Spring Camp – Grades 2-6
• Youth Tennis Lessons (begin April 3) – Ages 5-17
• Track & Field Clinic – Grades 7-12
• Middle/High School Volleyball Position Clinics – Grades 6-12

5K Run/Walk to Raise Money for the Multiple Sclerosis Society

This event is a 5k run/walk to raise money to donate to the Michigan Chapter of the Multiple Sclerosis Society. The Physical Therapy Student Organization will the hosting the event, with volunteers from Finlandia, Walgreen’s, and the Pre-PT Club at MTU assisting (approximately 40 volunteers total). Faculty advisor, Dr. Cameron Williams (willi4ct@cmich.edu), will be present during the event. The run will take place on April 14, 2018, with registration beginning at 9 am, the running event starting at 9:30 am, and the walk beginning at 9:40 am. Volunteers will inspect the course the previous evening and will be on location at approximately 7 am to begin set-up for the race. The event will conclude no later than 1:00 pm, with clean-up following the event and concluding by 2:00 pm. Volunteers will ensure all trash (empty water bottles, paper, plates, napkins, etc.) has been placed in the proper trash and recycling bins, and all tables, markers, and other equipment are removed from the starting area and the course.

There will be 3-4 tables set up (rented from Superior Rentals) for registration, t-shirt pick-up, raffle prizes, multiple sclerosis information, and post-race refreshments (bottled water, muffins, fruit, etc.). A DJ will be present, using a generator to power his equipment to provide music before the race, during the race start, and as the runners are crossing the finish line. The tables will be located on the sidewalk behind Lot 14, where the starting line of the race will be. Volunteers will be marking the course with brightly colored flags and follow the course outlined in the image below. Volunteers will be stationed at all intersections with orange shirts and stop signs to halt traffic and provide participants with directions to stay on course. Participants will be provided with a course map prior to the race.

This event involves physical activity, either running or walking on paved sidewalks or crosswalks. There is a low risk of musculoskeletal injury, such as sprains, strains, abrasions, or bruises, or other exercise-associated illnesses (heat illness, etc). Event organizers will work diligently to prevent such injuries by maintaining a clear race course, posting crossing guards at all intersections, and monitoring participants during the event. All PTSO volunteers are CPR/AED certified, and have completed Blood Borne Pathogen training. There will be a certified athletic trainer covering the event, and there are several other volunteers with first aid training. These volunteers will be spread out along the race course and placed at the starting/finishing line to assist runners. EMS services have also been requested for the event. Prior to the event, participants will be required to sign a liability waver.

In the event that an injury or illness occurs, these previously mentioned volunteers will provide assistance within their scope of ability. Volunteers will have radios to contact EMS or the athletic trainer for assistance with more serious injury or illness. If a serious emergency occurs, EMS will be activated (911 will be called and EMS will be flagged down).

The event will be held even if inclement weather occurs, including rain or snow. However, if weather conditions pose a serious threat (lightning, heavy rain fall, dangerous temperatures, tornado, etc.), the event will be cancelled, and tickets refunded, or the event will be rescheduled for the following weekend.

Seeking Nominations for the 24th Annual Student Leadership Awards

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Children of Metropolis

Scrap Arts Music, Canadian-born and globally enjoyed, has performed in over fifteen countries on five continents for audiences of all backgrounds, with a family-friendly presentation of music and movement. Innovation. Energy. Rhythm. If you’re looking for a feel-good, adrenaline-packed experience – look no further. Take some scrap, transform it through the arts with welding, sculpture, and choreography, and then – with five extraordinary and athletic percussionists – create beautiful music. The result? Musical works that are intricate, playful and powerful, and that delight the eyes and the ears.  The Rozsa Center is proud to present the U.S. debut of their latest production, new in 2018: Children of Metropolis, on Wednesday, March 28, 2018, at 7:30 pm.   

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Undergraduate Research Internship Program (URIP) Applications Due March 28

The Pavlis Honors College would like to remind undergraduate students that URIP 2018-19 applications are due March 28, 2018.

The internship program is open to any undergraduate student on campus. Students are welcome to apply with faculty with whom they are already working.

The program consists of a 20-week internship (mid-September through mid-March) as well as professional development activities centered on academic research and scholarship.

The Pavlis Honors College will provide $800 in funding for the student intern, with the expectation that faculty will provide matching funds to be dispensed concurrently, resulting in a total of $1600 (or $10/hr for 8 hours per week for a period of 20 weeks). Faculty may make use of research funds, IRAD, startup packages, or consult their chairs, deans or center/institute management to identify the source of their match.

Details regarding the Undergraduate Research Internship Program (URIP) application process can be found at mtu.edu/honors/research/urip/application.html.

The Undergraduate Research Internship Program is made possible by generous donations from the Portage Health Foundation and with the support of the Pavlis Honors College.

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Applications Now Open for the ICE House!

The Innovation Center for Entrepreneurship (ICE) House’s mission is to promote innovation through group collaboration. Live in a house where you share in challenges and success, pool knowledge and expertise and live with a common purpose. The deadline for this is March 30th, 2018.

Amenities include:

• On Campus

• No Meal Plan Required

• Professional Kitchen

• Flat Screen TVs

• Mentorships

• Access to Venture Capitalists

• Competition Opportunities

• Entrepreneurship Guidance

• Already have a housing contract? Transfer it to the ICE House!

Who knows, the next Facebook might be born here!

Apply Today!

(http://bit.ly/ICEHouseApply)

More Information

(http://bit.ly/ICEHouseInfo)

Pictures

(https://bit.ly/ICEHousePics)

Questions?

agweber@mtu.edu or jhjay@mtu.edu

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Funding Available for your Organization

Do you have a great idea that would benefit Tech students, but your organization doesn’t have the funding to support it?

The Tech Parents Annual Fund may be able to help!

Registered student organizations (RSO), University departments, and those representing new campus initiatives intended to benefit the students of Michigan Technological University may request support from the Tech Parents Annual Fund for an event, program, travel, or equipment purchase.

For more information or to submit a Parents Fund request visit: https://www.mtu.edu/success/parents-family/annual-fund/requests/ .

Registration is now open for BonzAI Brawl!

What is BonzAI Brawl?

The BonzAI Brawl is an all day artificial intelligence programming competition where teams design autonomous agents capable of overcoming challenges and out-performing their opponents. Teams have eight hours to craft, tweak, and perfect their strategy before their AIs are entered in to the Brawl.

BonzAI Brawl will take place on April 7th, 2018. Check-in begins at 9am. Register here to reserve your place! The deadline to register is March 27th.

ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS GRADUATING IN MAY 2018:

The Michigan Tech Student Foundation (MTSF) and the Student Philanthropy Council invite you to make your upcoming commencement day even more meaningful by participating in the Class Tribute Program.  For $10, your tribute to them will be printed in the commencement program and displayed on the arena videoboard. Your contribution also supports student scholarships at Michigan Tech.

Just go to http://www.mtu.edu/classtributes  for program and participation details.  The deadline for tribute submissions is Tuesday, April 3rd.

For questions, contact Adam Portmann at 487-2542 or aportman@mtu.edu.

Buti Yoga
Join instructor Natasha for a new HuskiesFit adult group fitness class – Buti Yoga! Classes start soon!

Buti Yoga Basics Express – Perfect for the beginner and open to all fitness levels; anyone who wants to blast through their Friday lunch hour.

Buti Yoga Intensive – An 80-minute calorie-scorching workout open to all fitness levels and perfect for those with a basic knowledge of Yoga. If you’re looking for a way to finish your weekend strong, this intensive class will be exactly what you need!

Commit to Be HuskiesFit with Buti Yoga!

HuskiesFit Adult Group Fitness – Round 2!

• Little Huskies Boys Spring Camp – Grades 2-6
• Little Huskies Girls Basketball Spring Camp – Grades 2-5
• Little Huskies Football Camp -Grades 4-6
• Little Huskies Volleyball Spring Camp – Grades 2-6
• Youth Tennis Lessons (begin April 3) – Ages 5-17
• Track & Field Clinic – Grades 7-12
• Middle/High School Volleyball Position Clinics – Grades 6-12

5K Run/Walk to Raise Money for the Multiple Sclerosis Society

This event is a 5k run/walk to raise money to donate to the Michigan Chapter of the Multiple Sclerosis Society. The Physical Therapy Student Organization will the hosting the event, with volunteers from Finlandia, Walgreen’s, and the Pre-PT Club at MTU assisting (approximately 40 volunteers total). Faculty advisor, Dr. Cameron Williams (willi4ct@cmich.edu), will be present during the event. The run will take place on April 14, 2018, with registration beginning at 9 am, the running event starting at 9:30 am, and the walk beginning at 9:40 am. Volunteers will inspect the course the previous evening and will be on location at approximately 7 am to begin set-up for the race. The event will conclude no later than 1:00 pm, with clean-up following the event and concluding by 2:00 pm. Volunteers will ensure all trash (empty water bottles, paper, plates, napkins, etc.) has been placed in the proper trash and recycling bins, and all tables, markers, and other equipment are removed from the starting area and the course.

There will be 3-4 tables set up (rented from Superior Rentals) for registration, t-shirt pick-up, raffle prizes, multiple sclerosis information, and post-race refreshments (bottled water, muffins, fruit, etc.). A DJ will be present, using a generator to power his equipment to provide music before the race, during the race start, and as the runners are crossing the finish line. The tables will be located on the sidewalk behind Lot 14, where the starting line of the race will be. Volunteers will be marking the course with brightly colored flags and follow the course outlined in the image below. Volunteers will be stationed at all intersections with orange shirts and stop signs to halt traffic and provide participants with directions to stay on course. Participants will be provided with a course map prior to the race.

This event involves physical activity, either running or walking on paved sidewalks or crosswalks. There is a low risk of musculoskeletal injury, such as sprains, strains, abrasions, or bruises, or other exercise-associated illnesses (heat illness, etc). Event organizers will work diligently to prevent such injuries by maintaining a clear race course, posting crossing guards at all intersections, and monitoring participants during the event. All PTSO volunteers are CPR/AED certified, and have completed Blood Borne Pathogen training. There will be a certified athletic trainer covering the event, and there are several other volunteers with first aid training. These volunteers will be spread out along the race course and placed at the starting/finishing line to assist runners. EMS services have also been requested for the event. Prior to the event, participants will be required to sign a liability waver.

In the event that an injury or illness occurs, these previously mentioned volunteers will provide assistance within their scope of ability. Volunteers will have radios to contact EMS or the athletic trainer for assistance with more serious injury or illness. If a serious emergency occurs, EMS will be activated (911 will be called and EMS will be flagged down).

The event will be held even if inclement weather occurs, including rain or snow. However, if weather conditions pose a serious threat (lightning, heavy rain fall, dangerous temperatures, tornado, etc.), the event will be cancelled, and tickets refunded, or the event will be rescheduled for the following weekend.

Seeking Nominations for the 24th Annual Student Leadership Awards

Applications Now Open for the ICE House!

The Innovation Center for Entrepreneurship (ICE) House’s mission is to promote innovation through group collaboration. Live in a house where you share in challenges and success, pool knowledge and expertise and live with a common purpose. The deadline for this is March 30th, 2018.

Amenities include:

• On Campus

• No Meal Plan Required

• Professional Kitchen

• Flat Screen TVs

• Mentorships

• Access to Venture Capitalists

• Competition Opportunities

• Entrepreneurship Guidance

• Already have a housing contract? Transfer it to the ICE House!

Who knows, the next Facebook might be born here!

Apply Today!

(http://bit.ly/ICEHouseApply)

More Information

(http://bit.ly/ICEHouseInfo)

Pictures

(https://bit.ly/ICEHousePics)

Questions?

agweber@mtu.edu or jhjay@mtu.edu

Spring HuskyLEAD Series

Student Activities announces the Spring 2018 HuskyLEAD series.  HuskyLEAD is a series of hour-long workshops that help Michigan Tech students develop personal, professional, academic and organizational leadership skills.  The workshops are free and open to everyone.  All sessions will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. in the Memorial Union Alumni Lounge A.

Faculty and staff are encouraged to pass this information along to students.  Attendance is taken at the workshops and can be forwarded to faculty who assign them as a supplement to their curriculum.

The Spring 2018 schedule is as follows:   

Thursday, March 22 – “Leading with Inclusivity:  How to impact Your World with Intentional and Inclusive Actions, Language and Purpose.”  This workshop will raise your awareness and understanding of how to recognize how our conscious and subconscious actions affect others and how we can shift our behaviors to create a more welcoming and inclusive community.  The presenter is Amy Howard from the Center for Diversity and Inclusion.

Thursday, April 5 – “Mindfulness 101:  Improve Focus and Reduce Stress Before Finals.”  Learn the basics of mindfulness to help you reduce stress and increase your focus for final exams.  The practice of mindfulness can be applied to starting a new job or internship, or just reducing daily stress and living more fully in the present.  The presenter is Joan Kero, health coach and yoga instructor.

For more information, visit the HuskyLEAD website at http://www.mtu.edu/student-activities/leadership/huskylead/.  If you have any questions or comments about the workshops, email Rochelle Spencer at raspence@mtu.edu, or Maryann Wilcox at mawilcox@mtu.edu, or call 7-1963.

 Funding Available for your Organization

Do you have a great idea that would benefit Tech students, but your organization doesn’t have the funding to support it?

The Tech Parents Annual Fund may be able to help!

Registered student organizations (RSO), University departments, and those representing new campus initiatives intended to benefit the students of Michigan Technological University may request support from the Tech Parents Annual Fund for an event, program, travel, or equipment purchase.

For more information or to submit a Parents Fund request visit: https://www.mtu.edu/success/parents-family/annual-fund/requests/ .

Registration is now open for BonzAI Brawl!

What is BonzAI Brawl?

The BonzAI Brawl is an all day artificial intelligence programming competition where teams design autonomous agents capable of overcoming challenges and out-performing their opponents. Teams have eight hours to craft, tweak, and perfect their strategy before their AIs are entered in to the Brawl.

BonzAI Brawl will take place on April 7th, 2018. Check-in begins at 9am. Register here to reserve your place! The deadline to register is March 27th.

Circle K Hosting a Shoe Drive

Michigan Tech’s Circle K is hosting a used shoe drive from Monday, March 19 through Friday, March 23. Collection bins will be located in MUB 106, first floor of the Admin building, and first floor of Fisher Hall. We are looking for every kind of used shoe imaginable to send to developing countries. For each pair of shoes donated, the local Kiwanis will receive a small donation to support their charitable work in the local community as well.

Please consider putting your old shoes to good use, both for our local community and the global community. We are deeply grateful for your support.

ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS GRADUATING IN May 2018:

The Michigan Tech Student Foundation (MTSF) and the Student Philanthropy Council invite you to make your upcoming commencement day even more meaningful by participating in the Class Tribute Program.  For $10, your tribute to them will be printed in the commencement program and displayed on the arena videoboard. Your contribution also supports student scholarships at Michigan Tech.

Just go to http://www.mtu.edu/classtributes  for program and participation details.  The deadline for tribute submissions is Tuesday, April 3rd.

For questions, contact Adam Portmann at 487-2542 or aportman@mtu.edu.

Buti Yoga
Join instructor Natasha for a new HuskiesFit adult group fitness class – Buti Yoga! Classes start soon!

Buti Yoga Basics Express – Perfect for the beginner and open to all fitness levels; anyone who wants to blast through their Friday lunch hour.

Buti Yoga Intensive – An 80-minute calorie-scorching workout open to all fitness levels and perfect for those with a basic knowledge of Yoga. If you’re looking for a way to finish your weekend strong, this intensive class will be exactly what you need!

Commit to Be HuskiesFit with Buti Yoga!

2018 Summer Sports Camps

Registration for 2018 Michigan Tech Summer Sports Camps officially opens today! We are offering 15 programs in 8 different sports for youth of all ages.

Sign your #futurehuskies up today!

For more information and to register, visit Summer Sports Camps.

GO HUSKIES!

HuskiesFit Adult Group Fitness – Round 2!

Undergraduate Research Internship Program (URIP) Applications Due March 28

The Pavlis Honors College would like to remind undergraduate students that URIP 2018-19 applications are due March 28, 2018.

The internship program is open to any undergraduate student on campus. Students are welcome to apply with faculty with whom they are already working.

The program consists of a 20-week internship (mid-September through mid-March) as well as professional development activities centered on academic research and scholarship.

The Pavlis Honors College will provide $800 in funding for the student intern, with the expectation that faculty will provide matching funds to be dispensed concurrently, resulting in a total of $1600 (or $10/hr for 8 hours per week for a period of 20 weeks). Faculty may make use of research funds, IRAD, startup packages, or consult their chairs, deans or center/institute management to identify the source of their match.

Details regarding the Undergraduate Research Internship Program (URIP) application process can be found at mtu.edu/honors/research/urip/application.html.

The Undergraduate Research Internship Program is made possible by generous donations from the Portage Health Foundation and with the support of the Pavlis Honors College.

The Rozsa Center and VPA

gallery b is part of “Project Learning Lab,” a cutting-edge Visual Arts experiment that takes place within the Rozsa gallery. Students in 3D Design and Sculpture use the Rozsa Gallery as an active and alternative classroom, transforming the space into a real-time work of art during the semester. Student work will be shown twice each semester. A mid-semester showcase will open the gallery for our community to see work in-progress; the end of semester exhibition will welcome community into a fully transformed space.  As part of Project Learning Lab, our Visual Arts Faculty are working alongside our students as Resident Art Fellows.

Also ongoing is the Rozsa Gallery A-Space exhibition Always Room for Rain, presenting the work of artists Raquel Alvizures and Ross Chaney. The public welcome to experience the progress of visiting artist-in-residence Raquel Alvizures, who is painting a mural for the Rozsa Center during the week. She is working in the Rozsa North Mezzanine, and visitors are welcome to spend time with her while she works. Several of our students from VPA are helping with the mural.

Visit with Ms. Alvizures while she works today, Friday, March 9th from 1 pm – 4 pm.

Gallery hours are Monday – Friday 8 am – 8 pm and Saturday from 1 pm – 8 pm.

 Seeking Nominations for the 24th Annual Student Leadership Awards

At Michigan Tech we are blessed with students that are crazy smart, motivated and adventurous. As faculty and staff, we partner with these students to inspire community, scholarship, possibilities, accountability and tenacity. We realize how lucky we are to be able to work alongside them in their academic and career pursuits.

Now is the time to recognize these students for their commitment, enthusiasm and leadership. On behalf of the University, we are seeking nominations for the President’s Award for Leadership, Vice President for Student Affairs and Advancement Award for Service, and various other student leadership awards. The recipient of each award will be honored at the 24th Annual Student Leadership Awards Ceremony at 6 p.m. Friday, April 20  in the Memorial Union Ballroom.

The nomination process is simple. All awards and information about each can be found online. For each individual award, simply click on the award title, then complete and submit the nomination form.

Nominations for the President’s Award for Leadership and the Vice President for Student Affairs and Advancement Award for Service are due by 5 p.m. Friday, March 9.  Nominations for all other Student Leadership Awards are due by 5 p.m. Wednesday, March 23. Questions concerning the awards can be directed to Student Activities.

Take a minute to nominate a student or colleague today!

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Turkish Cuisine at Fridays Khana Khazana

By Khana Khazana

This week at the Memorial Union North Coast Grill and Deli, we are featuring a menu from Turkey.

The menu features:                     

• Beyti Kebab
• Menemen
• Pilaf
• Baklava

Serving is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.(TODAY), Friday, March 2nd. The cost is $7.95 and includes a fountain beverage. Visit Khana Khazana on Facebook.

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Tech Theatre Presents “When You Comin’ Back Red Ryder”

Tech Theatre presents When You Comin’ Back Red Ryder, a play by Mark Medoff. The employees and customers of Foster’s Diner in Hope, New Mexico, 88250, experience a terrorizing examination their personal desires and dreams when Teddy, a disillusioned biker, calls them on living in made-up worlds. Some pretend nothing happened, but others find a new direction for their lives. Emotionally charged and unpredictably brutal, the play plunges from the mundane to frightening. Please note: This play uses adult language, simulated violence, and a gunshot from a theatrical firearm will be discharged during this production. The play will run Thursday – Saturday, for two weeks, Thursday, February 22 -Saturday, February 24, and Thursday, March 1 – Saturday, March 3, at 7:30 pm each night, in the McArdle Theatre.

Applications Now Open for the ICE House!

Blue Key Survey

Blue Key would like to send a warm note of thanks for all the organizations and individuals who helped to make Winter Carnival great this year.  We could not do it without each and every one of you.

Every year, Blue Key sends out a survey asking for feedback on the competition and other events happening during Winter Carnival in order to know where we can improve and make the event even better for next year.  Please take a few minutes to fill out this survey to share your thoughts.  Direct messages regarding Winter Carnival can also be addressed to bluekey@mtu.edu.

Survey ends March 18, 2018.

Survey URL: https://baseline.campuslabs.com/mtu/wintercarnival2018“

Last chance at Course Material Survey!

We’re almost there! We are on the last couple days of the Spring 2018 Course Material Survey. For those that have participated, we thank you tremendously! For those that still have yet to complete the survey, your opinions are important and we’d like to hear them. The survey is being fielded nationwide and your answers will help other participating universities and colleges as well as the Michigan Tech Campus Store.

Please check your email for the link to the survey. If you’ve misplaced the email with the link, please feel free to reach out to the Campus Store at campusstore@mtu.edu. As an added incentive, several gift cards will be available for winning!

Deadline for this survey is March 3, 2018.

Lean and Continuous Improvement Information Session

The students from the Office of Continuous Improvement will be holding a Lean and Continuous Improvement information session. This semester’s topic will be on 5S. What is 5S you may ask? Well 5S stands for sort, set in order, shine, standardize, and sustain. 5S is used to identify and reduce waste using the red-tag technique which helps create a more efficient workspace or area. It can be applied in many different areas like the workplace, study space, or even in your own home! Come find out more about how to 5S your life! We can’t wait to see you there!

Where: Library East Reading Room

When: Thursday, March 8^th

Time: 6-7 PM

*Food and Refreshments will be available!!*

Spring HuskyLEAD Series

Student Activities announces the Spring 2018 HuskyLEAD series.  HuskyLEAD is a series of hour-long workshops that help Michigan Tech students develop personal, professional, academic and organizational leadership skills.  The workshops are free and open to everyone.  All sessions will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. in the Memorial Union Alumni Lounge A.

Faculty and staff are encouraged to pass this information along to students.  Attendance is taken at the workshops and can be forwarded to faculty who assign them as a supplement to their curriculum.

The Spring 2018 schedule is as follows:   

Thursday, March 22 – “Leading with Inclusivity:  How to impact Your World with Intentional and Inclusive Actions, Language and Purpose.”  This workshop will raise your awareness and understanding of how to recognize how our conscious and subconscious actions affect others and how we can shift our behaviors to create a more welcoming and inclusive community.  The presenter is Amy Howard from the Center for Diversity and Inclusion.

Thursday, April 5 – “Mindfulness 101:  Improve Focus and Reduce Stress Before Finals.”  Learn the basics of mindfulness to help you reduce stress and increase your focus for final exams.  The practice of mindfulness can be applied to starting a new job or internship, or just reducing daily stress and living more fully in the present.  The presenter is Joan Kero, health coach and yoga instructor.

For more information, visit the HuskyLEAD website at http://www.mtu.edu/student-activities/leadership/huskylead/.  If you have any questions or comments about the workshops, email Rochelle Spencer at raspence@mtu.edu, or Maryann Wilcox at mawilcox@mtu.edu, or call 7-1963.

Become an Agent for Innovative Change at Michigan Tech:

Apply to be a University Innovation Fellow!

As a fellow, you will:

– gain skills, tools, and a national network of peers      

– hone in on your leadership and communication skills

– broaden your understanding of design thinking

– attend a 4-day retreat at Stanford University and Google

– impact student innovation and entrepreneurship at Michigan Tech

The application can be found here: bit.ly/MTU-UIFApplication We will be accepting applications until Wednesday, March 21st at 11:59pm. If you are interested in learning more information, info sessions will be held on Tuesday, March 6th at 5 pm in EERC 103, or Wednesday, March 7th at 7 pm in Fisher 125.

 Funding Available for your Organization

Do you have a great idea that would benefit Tech students, but your organization doesn’t have the funding to support it?

The Tech Parents Annual Fund may be able to help!

Registered student organizations (RSO), University departments, and those representing new campus initiatives intended to benefit the students of Michigan Technological University may request support from the Tech Parents Annual Fund for an event, program, travel, or equipment purchase.

For more information or to submit a Parents Fund request visit: https://www.mtu.edu/success/parents-family/annual-fund/requests/ .

Buti Yoga
Join instructor Natasha for a new HuskiesFit adult group fitness class – Buti Yoga! Classes start soon!

Buti Yoga Basics Express – Perfect for the beginner and open to all fitness levels; anyone who wants to blast through their Friday lunch hour.

Buti Yoga Intensive – An 80-minute calorie-scorching workout open to all fitness levels and perfect for those with a basic knowledge of Yoga. If you’re looking for a way to finish your weekend strong, this intensive class will be exactly what you need!

Commit to Be HuskiesFit with Buti Yoga!

2018 Summer Sports Camps

Registration for 2018 Michigan Tech Summer Sports Camps officially opens today! We are offering 15 programs in 8 different sports for youth of all ages.

Sign your #futurehuskies up today!

For more information and to register, visit Summer Sports Camps.

GO HUSKIES!

HuskiesFit Adult Group Fitness – Round 2!

Get Certified As A Lifeguard

Earn your lifeguard certification @ the SDC on March 3 & 4! Get a jump on summer employment now! Class size limited. http://ow.ly/G8me30iahsV #lifeguard #arc#huskiesfit

• Little Huskies Boys Spring Camp – Grades 2-6
• Little Huskies Girls Basketball Spring Camp – Grades 2-5
• Little Huskies Football Camp -Grades 4-6
• Little Huskies Volleyball Spring Camp – Grades 2-6
• Youth Tennis Lessons (begin April 3) – Ages 5-17
• Track & Field Clinic – Grades 7-12
• Middle/High School Volleyball Position Clinics – Grades 6-12