The Student Scoop

Happy Summer! Together International Programs and Services and Student Leadership and Involvement will host a fun evening of s’mores and outdoors. Join the crew to learn about the Outdoor Adventure Program (OAP) and how students can rent outdoor equipment. Additionally, the registered student organization, Outdoor Venture Crew will share its mission about getting students outdoors exploring the outdoors simply and affordably. 

Join us Wednesday, July 17 from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. at Hillside Apartment outdoor fireplace. Presenters will arrive to share their expertise between 5:00 and 5:30 p.m.

Please send questions to Amy Hjerstedt (ahjerste@mtu.edu) and Mariana Nakashima (mnakashi@mtu.edu). To learn more about the event, visit Involvement Link.

Meditation — Mindfulness for Daily Living

Time/Day: Thursdays 12:10 – 12:30 p.m.

Location: 

Good Shepherd Lutheran Meditation Room

1100 College Ave, Houghton

Led by: Sarah Semmler Smith

About: Sarah Semmler Smith is completing her masters in Mindfulness-based Transpersonal Counseling at Naropa University, and is interning at the MTU Center for Mental Health & Well being in 2024-2025. 

Contact:  sassmith@mtu.edu

Cost: Free, & open to all MTU students, community members, & friends

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

We are an established 501(c)(3), flat track derby team based in the Copper Country and are dedicated to promoting local sportsmanship, inclusivity, athleticism, and recreation. Come help us celebrate our 10th season of roller derby by volunteering your time at one or more of our upcoming bouts!  We are hosting four bouts this summer season at the historic Calumet Colosseum on May 25th, June 22nd, July 13th, and August 31st.

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

Interested in volunteering? Fill out our Volunteer Form here!

Questions? Email us at info@keweenawrollerderby.com

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

Follow us on Instagram @keweenawrollerderby 

Summer is on its way and so is GSG’s summer softball league! This no-holds-bar extreme slow-pitch Softball League will be held over the Summer Semester between June and August! Registrations are now open on the GSG Softball website.

Don’t have any softball equipment you say? Well, no worries here! GSG will provide bats, balls, and gloves for every registered player. Of course, if you do have your own equipment, you are more than welcome to use them. Also, feel free to start recruiting for your team. Those who are not affiliated with a team but are interested in playing are welcome to register solo. We will find a team for you. If you don’t have enough players for a team, still register! We will help you to fill your team with available solo players.

Moving out but don’t have room for everything? Give it a new home with Husky Exchange!

Throughout Final Exam Week and Move-Out Weekend, MTU’s Office of Sustainability and Resilience is hosting its annual Husky Exchange program where students donate unwanted items that will then be redistributed to next year’s residents. As long as your items are clean and useful, look for the Husky Exchange logo and leave them at any residence hall drop-off locations.

Welcomed Items: Pool Noodles, clothing, food, houseware, furniture, broomball sticks, small appliances, etc.

Rule of Thumb: If it’s clean and useful, leave it with Husky Exchange!

Follow @sustainablemtu on Instagram for future updates.

Camp STAR is looking for volunteers! This is a 3-night bereavement camp for kids and teens, aged 8-17, that have experienced the death of a significant person in their life. It takes place at Bay Cliff Health Camp in Marquette, MI. With this camp being Thursday – Sunday, with lodging and food provided, we encourage volunteers from the Upper Peninsula and lower Michigan to join us for the weekend! Dates are Thursday August 8- Sunday August 11. The 8th is a full day of training for volunteers. Kids and teens arrive on August 9th.

Each child (camper) is paired with a volunteer buddy for one-on-one support and companionship throughout the weekend. Each camper and buddy are part of a small group of other campers and buddies lead by volunteer leaders and co-leaders. All volunteers are trained and supported by trained professionals and volunteers throughout the weekend. 

Volunteer positions available:

25 Buddies

10+ Leaders and co-leaders

Activities assistants

2 Nurses

Photographer

Videographer 

Please post in your volunteer centers or provide to students that may be interested. 

Visit our site for more information:

STAR Children’s Bereavement Services – No child grieving alone (starcbs.org)

Volunteer information and application here Get Involved – STAR Children’s Bereavement Services (starcbs.org)

DEA Drug Takeback

The DEA Take Back day is this Saturday, April 27th! Please turn in any unused prescription medication to MTU Public Safety and they will ensure that it is disposed of safely. Do your part to ensure that prescription drugs don’t end up back in your community or environment!

Capture Your Adventure

It’s that time of the year again! Our online social media challenge kicks off in May and we can’t wait to see what you are all up to this summer! Learn more on our website about how to participate, or stay tuned for more information! 

https://www.mtu.edu/well-being/get-involved/cya/

The semester is nearly done and finals are coming up, so we’re letting loose in our pajamas! Join us on Saturday, April 20th at 8 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. for a Late Night Program and Film Board Pajama Party at Fisher Hall 135 and 132.

Come as you are or wear your favorite pajamas, slippers, and/or robe. Bring a stuffed animal to show off. There will be gluten-free and vegan snacks available and copious amounts of popcorn. Monsters University (2013) will play (for FREE!) in Fisher 135 and there are board games in Fisher 132 for all players. Bring your friends and have some downtime in your p.js watching a movie, eating snacks, and playing games.

Join us this Saturday to learn about cooking, eating, and growing mushrooms! Attending the event is free! Oyster mushroom grow kits will be available for $5 each, and ready-to-fruit kits are $15 each. 

Moving out but don’t have room for everything? Give it a new home with Husky Exchange!

Throughout Final Exam Week and Move-Out Weekend, MTU’s Office of Sustainability and Resilience is hosting its annual Husky Exchange program where students donate unwanted items that will then be redistributed to next year’s residents. As long as your items are clean and useful, look for the Husky Exchange logo and leave them at any residence hall drop-off locations.

Welcomed Items: Pool Noodles, clothing, food, houseware, furniture, broomball sticks, small appliances, etc.

Rule of Thumb: If it’s clean and useful, leave it with Husky Exchange!

Follow @sustainablemtu on Instagram for future updates.

Monsters University

A look at the relationship between Mike Wazowski and James P. “Sully” Sullivan during their days at Monsters University, when they weren’t necessarily the best of friends.

Monsters University is rated G

Friday (4/19) 8:30pm

Saturday (4/20)  8:00pm FREE during Late Night Programming’s Pre-Final Pajama Party!

Located on Michigan Tech’s campus in Fisher 135. Tickets are $3 and concessions are $1. We hope to see you at the movie this weekend and have a great day.

Mosaic for Earth Presented by Michigan Tech Music

7:30 PM | April 20, 2024

In the Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts

The Keweenaw Symphony Orchestra and Michigan Tech Choirs, conducted by Jared Anderson, close the Rozsa’s 2023/2024 season with the spectacular Great Lakes premiere — and second performance ever — of Dwight Bigler’s “Mosaic for Earth.”

Over 150 musicians — students, faculty, staff, and community members — will gather on the Rozsa stage for this awe-inspiring performance. 

Throughout the 100-minute concert, audiences can expect to be swept away by breathtaking visual scenes designed to accompany the music. Together, they showcase the beauty of our planet and our responsibility to protect it.

The choirs and orchestra are joined by the Houghton Area Children’s Chorus and guest soloists Soren Schmidt, Lara Neves, Kathryn Summersett, and Drake Dantzler.

Learn More | Free Tickets

Last chance to provide your input! 

As requested by students, Women in Physics and the Chemistry Graduate Safety Committee have made a survey to better understand the usage and quantity of those who would purchase a women’s lab coat. The questions cover needed sizes, lab coat specifications, etc., and will help provide information that is needed to get them in stock at the Chemistry Store.

If you are in support of this change, and would like to provide your input, please fill out the survey below! 

https://forms.gle/KQvEi1yDeSdGSPuW6

The S-STEM Husky PAWS (Pathways for Academic Wellness and Success) Scholarship Program awards one-year finishing scholarships for Pell students (determined by the Federal Pell Grant Program) majoring in the College of Engineering, College of Computing or in physics/applied physics who are completing their bachelor’s degrees or accelerated master’s degrees. This scholarship is awarded for one year, up to $15,000 for bachelor’s students and $20,000 for master’s students.

These scholarships are made possible through funding from the National Science Foundation’s Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (S-STEM) program, which seeks to support the recruitment, retention and graduation of academically talented low-income students. 

Students can apply for an S-STEM finishing fellowship by completing the S-STEM Finishing Fellowship Husky PAWS Scholarship Application. This application is due April 26 by 5 p.m. EDT.

In addition to the financial scholarship support, Husky PAWS includes a variety of professional development programming throughout the academic year to support student graduation and career success.

Please reach out to Adrienne Minerick (ChE) at minerick@mtu.edu with any questions.

Hello! Women in Natural Resources will be holding our annual Plant Sale TODAY and TOMORROW (April 17th and 18th), from 10am-2pm! This event will be held in the atrium of the U.J. Noblet Forestry building, just up the road from the main campus. We will be selling houseplants, succulents, herbs, pots, handmade macrame, and more! Items will be available for purchase in person during the time of the event. Hope to see you there!

Join Women in Physics as we host guest speaker Dr. Elise Rosky on April 24th at 4 PM in Fisher 130. Dr. Rosky will share her remarkable journey from completing her PhD to her current postdoctoral studies, highlighting her research in atmospheric physics and the exciting world of cloud particles. Be inspired by Dr. Rosky’s story and her contributions to the field. Don’t miss out on this special event!

Date: Wednesday,  April 24th

Time: 4 p.m.

Location– Fisher Hall 130

Please use the form to register for the talk: Sign up form

Or the QR Code attached to the flyer.

Food and refreshments will be provided!

It’s that time of the year again! Our online social media challenge kicks off in May and we can’t wait to see what you are all up to this summer! Learn more on our website about how to participate, or stay tuned for more information! 

https://www.mtu.edu/well-being/get-involved/cya/

The semester is nearly done and finals are coming up, so we’re letting loose in our pajamas! Join us on Saturday, April 20th at 8 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. for a Late Night Program and Film Board Pajama Party at Fisher Hall 135 and 132.

Come as you are or wear your favorite pajamas, slippers, and/or robe. Bring a stuffed animal to show off. There will be gluten-free and vegan snacks available and copious amounts of popcorn. Monsters University (2013) will play (for FREE!) in Fisher 135 and there are board games in Fisher 132 for all players. Bring your friends and have some downtime in your p.js watching a movie, eating snacks, and playing games.

This year, Michigan Tech celebrates the 2nd Annual Sustainability Month with a variety of events put on by our very own Students for Sustainability, Keweenaw Youth for Climate Action, the Sustainability Demonstration House, and the Office of Sustainability and Resilience. Check out the events below to join us in celebrating Earth Month!

For additional sustainability updates from Michigan Tech, follow the Office of Sustainability and Resilience on Instagram, @sustainablemtu, or check out the ‘Michigan Tech Sustainability Blog’.

Celebrate the Earth with us at the 3rd annual KYCA Art & Music Festival!

We will have live music throughout the day and a pop-up art show. There will be (limited) food handouts and concessions later in the night.

April 13, 2:30 to 7:30 pm

Rozsa Center 

Hello! Women in Natural Resources will be holding our annual Plant Sale on April 17th and 18th, from 10am-2pm! This event will be held in the atrium of the U.J. Noblet Forestry building, just up the road from the main campus. We will be selling houseplants, succulents, herbs, pots, handmade macrame, and more! Items will be available for purchase in person during the time of the event, or you may pre-order on our website starting April 10th at  https://womeninr.wixsite.com/winrplantsale or by clicking the link in our Instagram bio (@winr_at_mtu). Hope to see you there!

Spring Fling

Date: Friday, April 12th

Time: 12 – 4 pm

Location: All Over Campus! Husky Statue

Rain Location: SDC Multi-Purpose Room

Spring Fling is coming up soon!! Come see many of the registered student organizations and what they have accomplished this year. There will be all sorts of activities including tie-dying & caricatures, free catered food, plenty of giveaways, and more! Don’t miss out on this Tech Tradition!

Sips and Succulents

Date: Thursday, April 18th

Time: 6 – 8 pm

Location: MUB Commons

Join us for one last event before finals! Take a break from the chaos and come paint a clay pot, then plant one of a variety of succulents inside! Located in the MUB commons, there will also be refreshments available, WHILE SUPPLIES LAST!

Once again the library will be putting pictures of your pets on our digital displays during finals week. Sharing pet photos helps everyone smile and will hopefully remind you of all the fun you’ll have with your pets once this semester is in the books. Share images with us using this form by April 12th to have your pet included. 

Consumer Product Manufacturing Enterprise, a multidisciplinary group consisting of multiple projects, is holding an info session for interested students on Wednesday, April 17th from 6-6;30pm in the Wadsworth Annex (Room G11). Students are able to work on a variety of projects, ranging from creating sustainable biofuel, developing process improvements for corporate sponsors, and engineering a below-knee prosthesis. Attend to learn more about how CPM operates, their current projects, and how you can get involved.

As requested by students, Women in Physics and the Chemistry Graduate Safety Committee have made a survey to better understand the usage and quantity of those who would purchase a women’s lab coat. The questions cover needed sizes, lab coat specifications, etc., and will help provide information that is needed to get them in stock at the Chemistry Store.

If you are in support of this change, and would like to provide your input, please fill out the survey below! 

https://forms.gle/KQvEi1yDeSdGSPuW6

Experience the rejuvenating world of barre, a fusion of the grace of ballet and the fun energy of cardio fitness. This class is thoughtfully designed to provide a comprehensive, low-impact workout suitable for all skill levels, regardless of your dance background. With a diverse range of music, you’ll have the opportunity to discover the transformative benefits of movement, build strength, and enhance flexibility.

Sunday, 6:00 – 6:50 pm

SDC Fitness Studio

Class Day Pass $10

HuskiesFit Ultimate Punch Card

MTU Student 8-punch card $33, 16-punch card $50

Join Michigan Tech Athletics, Recreation, and Outdoor Adventure Program (OAP) at the annual silent gear auction. The Gear Auction will be held on Saturday, April 13th, 11am – 1pm, in the SDC Ice Arena, on the concourse. The Auction is open to everyone and is a silent/blind bid auction. No pre-registration is needed, however participants will be required to sign in when entering the auction with name, phone, and email.

All items start at $50 or more. The auction will take place from 11am to 1pm and will include used and surplus outdoor and sports gear. Calls will be made to winning bidders between 1pm and 2pm. Winners are required to pay and pick up items between 2pm and 4pm on Saturday, April 13th.

We will also be accepting outdoor and recreational gear for commission in the gear auction starting Monday, April 8th through Friday, April 12th. You determine the starting price for each of your items, however, items less than $50 will not be accepted. We are taking a $10 commission fee for each item sold.
Visit https://www.michigantechrecreation.com/oap/trips-events/gear-auction/index for more.

Join us for a free MATLAB Session Tutorial hosted by Women in Physics! 

Date– Friday, April 12th

Time– 5 – 6 pm

Location– Fisher Hall 101

MATLAB is a useful programming language used in various fields like engineering and data analysis. This tutorial is designed to arm you with essential MATLAB skills, setting a sturdy groundwork for your future endeavors.

Please use the form to register for the class: Sign up form

Or the QR code attached to the flyer.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to expand your skills! Hope to see you there!

Purple Hearts Presented by Michigan Tech Theatre

7:30 PM | April 10-13, 2024

In the McArdle Theatre

Opening tonight! Get your tickets to the suspenseful, thought-provoking (and sometimes funny) 4-show run of Purple Hearts by C.S. Wallace performed by Michigan Tech Theatre in McArdle Theatre. See performances tonight through Saturday, April 10, 11, 12, and 13, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. in McArdle Theatre.

This play marks the director’s debut production at Michigan Tech; while this is his first here, Nich has directed over 50 plays, operas, and musicals in Chicago and across the United States. The play also represents the final curtain call for five graduating seniors this semester; meet the full cast in the digital program. 

Set in the wake of the attack on Pearl Harbor, Purple Hearts tells the story of three soldiers who were trapped aboard the sunken USS West Virginia, and the loved ones who await them back home. Based on true events, the play imagines what may have happened during the weeks they were trapped inside the ship’s compartment.

Learn More | Free Tickets

Spring Fling Reception Hosted by Michigan Tech Art

5-7 PM | April 12, 2024

At the Rozsa Art Galleries

Stop by the Rozsa Art Galleries for a showcase of student artworks from the Spring ’24 Fiber Arts and World Sculpture Traditions Classes. The drop-in Artist Reception will be from 5-7 p.m., featuring a variety of works in different media, including fibers and textiles, painting, sculpture, mixed media, and more. Students from many different majors at MTU, including (but not limited to) Engineering, Biology, Computer Science, Theatre, Entertainment Technology, and Physics, are presenting their art in this eclectic show. The showcase will be open in the Rozsa Art Galleries through April 16. 

Learn More | Free Event

The Greatest Movie and Video Game Music Presented by Michigan Tech Music

7:30 PM | April 14, 2024

In the Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts

The Superior Wind Symphony and Campus Concert Band join together for an epic concert of movie and video game music. Music will include: Star Wars, The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, Halo, The Incredibles, Back to the Future, James Bond, Disney/Pixar’s UP, Disney’s Moana, and more. 

Learn More | Free Tickets

Student Art Exhibition Reception Hosted by Michigan Tech Art

6 – 7:30 PM | April 15, 2024

In the Wadsworth Hall Studio G04W

Join students from across campus at the exhibition of their artworks. See photographs made from a contemplative point of view in nature spaces. Explore drawings informed by the study of mindfulness and human perception.

Light refreshments provided.

Learn More | Free Event

LOOKING AHEAD!

Mosaic for Earth Presented by Michigan Tech Music

7:30 PM | April 20, 2024

In the Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts

The Keweenaw Symphony Orchestra and Michigan Tech Choirs celebrate Earth Day with a presentation of Dwight Bigler’s Mosaic for Earth. Over 150 students, professors, and community members come together to perform the new 14-movement work celebrates the wonders of nature and explores humanity’s impact on the environment and our responsibility towards it. 

Learn More | Free Tickets

Join IRHC (and Alexandra) Thursday, April 18th, at 11:00 PM at McNair Glass Lounge for a Taylor Swift party! There will be coffee shop deserts, T-Swift Trivia, Friendship Bracelets, and listening to her new album together! If you would like to feel free to dress in all black and white to add to the “Tortured Poets” Theme!

Do you want to design next year’s Winter Carnival Logo? Now’s your chance! Submit it to bluekey@mtu.edu before Noon on Sunday, April 14th to have a chance of having your logo picked for next year!

Cookies & Coloring

Join us to eat cookies, color, and destress on Friday, April 12th from 1:30-3:30 in the CDI Basement! 

Capture Your Adventure

It’s that time of the year again! Our online social media challenge kicks off in May and we can’t wait to see what you are all up to this summer! Learn more on our website about how to participate, or stay tuned for more information! 

https://www.mtu.edu/well-being/get-involved/cya/

Join Student Leadership and Involvement’s fun outdoor app scavenger hunt for Michigan Tech clues and answer riddles. You’ll dive into fun facts and culture and hopefully learn something new during your fun campus adventure. Meet us at the Memorial Union Building in the Commons (cafe area) at 8 p.m. on Thursday, April 4th. Check out Involvement Link for more details

Michigan Tech EMS is looking for our next class of EMTs for the 2024-2025 class. The class will run from October until early April. We are looking for any major to apply. All we ask is for a love for helping people and the ability to work on a team. Applications open Monday, 3/25, and be open until Friday, April 5th at 22:00. To apply all we ask is for a resume and cover letter to be sent to amlamere@mtu.edu or ems@mtu.edu. Along with the resume and cover letter, we also require that you attend one of our informational sessions. These will be hosted on 3/25, 3/27, and 4/1 all at 18:00 in Wads Annex (G11W). During the informational sessions, we will go over an overview of our agency, agency structure, class expectations, and class structure.

If you have any questions about our agency or the class before the informational sessions please feel free to contact me at the above email address.

The Office of Alumni Engagement is hosting a brief New Alumni Welcome immediately before both the Graduate and Undergraduate commencement rehearsals on Thursday, April 25 in the SDC Multipurpose Room for our Spring 2024 graduates. 

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

Title IX is hosting a Guest Speaker for Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Briana Hansen created Sex Rules as a new way to have an age-old conversation. It’s an entertaining, interactive educational lecture that helps people better understand consent, communication, and connection. Join us on April 11 from 6:30- 8:00 pm in M&M Building Room U115.

Lego Build-Off

Date: Saturday, April 6th

Time: 12 – 2 pm

Location: MUB Ballroom

Bring a team of up to 5 people to compete in an ultimate LEGO Build-Off!! Teams will be given 90 minutes and 800 pieces to create something spectacular, and there will be LEGO set prizes for the top 3 winning teams! No registration required, just show up with your team ready to go!

Spring Fling

Date: Friday, April 12th

Time: 12 – 4 pm

Location: All Over Campus! Husky Statue

Rain Location: SDC Multi-Purpose Room

Spring Fling is coming up soon!! Come see many of the registered student organizations and what they have accomplished this year. There will be all sorts of activities including tie-dying & caricatures, free catered food, plenty of giveaways, and more! Don’t miss out on this Tech Tradition!

P.A.W.S

Nominate a peer or yourself to participate in the Fall 2024 cohort for P.A.W.S! Earn a free hoodie after completing the six sessions, learn helpful strategies, and be a part of a great group of students who strive to make a difference on campus through mental health advocacy!

On Saturday, April 13, the Sustainability Demonstration House is hosting our 5th annual Waste Reduction Drive from 9am to 3 pm. This event will be located at the SDC University Images entrance. We will be collecting empty deodorant tubes, makeup products, old socks, razors, dental products, and egg cartons. 

Please see the flyer for more detailed collection information and contact sdh@mtu.edu with any questions. 

Celebrate the Earth with us at the 3rd annual KYCA Art & Music Festival!

We will have live music throughout the day and a pop-up art show. There will be (limited) food handouts and concessions later in the night.

April 13, 2:30 to 7:30 pm

Rozsa Center 

Video Game Jazz Ensemble Presented by Michigan Tech Music

7:30 PM | April 5, 2024

At the Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts

Join the Video Game Jazz Ensemble for the last Backstage Jazz performance of the 2023/24 season with their energetic evening of video game jazz covers. Student-led by Sam Kalkman!

Learn More | Free TIckets

LOOKING AHEAD!

Purple Hearts Presented by Michigan Tech Theatre

7:30 PM | April 10-13, 2024

In the McArdle Theatre

Purple Hearts, by C.S. Wallace, is the heartbreaking, inspiring, and sometimes funny story of three men who, in the wake of the attack on Pearl Harbor, find themselves trapped aboard the now-sunken USS West Virginia. In this intimate story, we explore these men’s relationships and character as they fight for the lives they hope to live and wrestle with the lives they’ve lived thus far. Their loved ones and the impact of the events on them also play a critical role in the piece. Based on true events, this play is the Michigan Tech debut for director Nich Radcliffe and the final bow for five graduating seniors in the cast.

Learn More | Free Tickets

Campus Barber Shop

Reserve your spot now for the on-campus barber shop appointment at the SDC on April 15! Book your appointment by using this link.

CDI’s Pre-Exam Jam

Ready to brush away your pre-exam stress?
Come join us at our Indoor Painting Picnic! Take a break from studying and come enjoy some food and de-stress at CDI on Friday April 19th at 3-5pm.
CDI is the perfect place to unwind.

Join the Railroad Engineering and Activities Club on Monday 4/15 at 7pm to hear from the Steam Railroading Institute!

 Dean Pyers and Steve Wheeler from SRI have come to share their expertise in steam locomotives as well as the history behind the Chicago & North Western 175 and its operations in the UP including right here in Houghton/Hancock.

The meeting will be in Fisher 101, Taco Bell will be served!

Support Design Expo!

Design Expo is a chance for student projects to display all of their hard work. We are looking for volunteers to help with the day. There are various shifts throughout the day.

Tuesday, April 16th, 2024 from 7:00am to 5:00pm

Wager on your women’s history knowledge in Wads G42W on Friday, March 29, from 6-9pm, for a chance to win awesome prizes. Bring a friend, test your knowledge, and fill up on food and women’s trivia. Don’t miss out on this fun-filled night hosted by CDI.

Neurodiversity Workshop

Join the Student Affairs DEIS Team on Tuesday (April 2) from 1:30-3 p.m. in MUB Ballroom A for a discussion about neurodiversity.

Christy Oslund, coordinator of Student Disability Services, will discuss the science and history of neurodiversity and guide the audience through some tabletop scenarios focused on supporting neurodiverse students.

Everyone is welcome! Snacks will be provided.

The Great Game Outdoor Adventure is still on! The Late Night Program was moved but not canceled. Join Student Leadership and Involvement’s fun outdoor app scavenger hunt for Michigan Tech clues and answer riddles. You’ll dive into fun facts and culture and hopefully learn something new during your fun campus adventure. Meet us at the Memorial Union Building in the Commons (cafe area) at 8 p.m. on Thursday, April 4th. Check out Involvement Link for more details

Tech Arts Festival

The Tech Arts Fest is this week! Multiple events are happening throughout!

Arts Competition in the Library

There is art up in the library posted for our art competition! Make sure to stop by and vote on your favorite submissions!

Cookie Decorating: Thursday March 28th @ 6 pm, MUB Commons

Join us in the MUB Commons for Cookie decorating from 6-8 pm! While supplies last!

Painting with a Twist

Date: Friday, March 29th 

Time:  6 – 8 pm

Location: MUB Commons

Be treated to a painting course from a local artist on canvas, accompanied by charcuterie snacks and drinks! It is sure to be a good time, so make sure to get your tickets while you can! Find more information about the event at this link, and buy your tickets here too! MUST BE 21 OR OLDER TO ATTEND

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Michigan Tech EMS is looking for our next class of EMTs for the 2024-2025 class. The class will run from October until early April. We are looking for any major to apply. All we ask is for a love for helping people and the ability to work on a team. Applications open Monday, 3/25, and be open until Friday, April 5th at 22:00. To apply all we ask is for a resume and cover letter to be sent to amlamere@mtu.edu or ems@mtu.edu. Along with the resume and cover letter, we also require that you attend one of our informational sessions. These will be hosted on 3/25, 3/27, and 4/1 all at 18:00 in Wads Annex (G11W). During the informational sessions, we will go over an overview of our agency, agency structure, class expectations, and class structure.

If you have any questions about our agency or the class before the informational sessions please feel free to contact me at the above email address.

Innovative Global Solutions enterprise is looking for new members! if you’re interested in learning more about what we do, come join us at our info session Thursday, March 28th!

Joining an enterprise is a great alternative to senior design. It gives members the flexibility to choose the project they work on and it allows them to become more familiarized with the project as the work is spread out over a two-year timeframe. Unlike senior design where students dedicate 15-20 hours a week to project work, with Innovative Global Solutions enterprise, only 3.5 hours/week are required during the first year and 7 hours/week during the second year. Being a part of an enterprise also allows for more team bonding opportunities and the flexibility to experience new teams within the enterprise realm!

This Week Film Board Presents:

Kung Fu Panda 2

Po and his friends fight to stop a peacock villain from conquering China with a deadly new weapon, but first the Dragon Warrior must come to terms with his past.

Kung Fu Panda 2 is rated PG

Friday (3/29) 5:30 8:30 11:30pm

Saturday (3/30)  5:30 8:30 11:30pm

Located on Michigan Tech’s campus in Fisher 135. Tickets are $3 and concessions are $1. We hope to see you at the movie this weekend and have a great day.

Attend the LGBTQIA Campus Social!

The Student Success Council Sense of Belonging group invites you to attend an LGBTQIA campus social! This event is open to students, faculty, and staff. This is an opportunity to meet and network with others on campus who are in and support the LGBTQIA community. All are welcome. Refreshments will be provided.

The social will take place in Wadsworth Hall G42 on Wednesday, March 27 from 5-7pm. This event is informal, so feel free to stop by for a few minutes, or stay for the entire two hours! Please RSVP.

The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) at Michigan Tech proudly announces our Spring 2024 Internship Panel. This panel is designed to assist you in preparing for your Summer Internship by providing an opportunity to ask questions to students with internship experience. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to take your career to new heights!

The event will take place on Friday, March 29th, from 6-8 PM, in DOW 0641. During the event, we will be hosting a raffle featuring various items from local businesses. Attendees will also be offered free sandwiches and beverages. Additionally, panelists will receive $20-25 gift cards to either Walmart or Amazon. If you would like to be an attendee please fill out our Attendee Sign-Up Form. If you would like to be a panelist please fill out our Panelist Sign-up Form. This event has a cap of 80 guests and 6 panelists so sign up soon! An email to confirm your spot will be sent out on 3/27 with an itinerary of the event. If you have any questions about the event details, please contact Destiny Klinkhammer (dfklinkh@mtu.edu). Don’t miss this golden opportunity to advance your career!

Waterski and Wakeboard Club General Meeting

The Waterski and Wakeboard Club General meeting is open to anyone who may be interested in learning/practicing waterskiing, wakeboarding, Trick skiing, etc. in the Fall. All those interested are strongly encouraged to attend as the meeting will cover information important for the start of the ski season.

New Alumni Welcome

The Office of Alumni Engagement is hosting a brief New Alumni Welcome immediately before both the Graduate and Undergraduate commencement rehearsals on Thursday, April 25 in the SDC Multipurpose Room for our Spring 2024 graduates.

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

Join Michigan Tech Athletics, Recreation, and Outdoor Adventure Program (OAP) at the annual silent gear auction. The Gear Auction will be held on Saturday, April 13th, 11am – 1pm, in the SDC Ice Arena, on the concourse. The Auction is open to everyone and is a silent/blind bid auction. No pre-registration is needed, however, participants will be required to sign in when entering the auction with their name, phone, and email.

All items start at $50 or more. The auction will take place from 11am to 1pm and will include used and surplus outdoor and sports gear. Calls will be made to winning bidders between 1pm and 2pm. Winners are required to pay and pick up items between 2pm and 4pm on Saturday, April 13th.

We will also be accepting outdoor and recreational gear for commission in the gear auction starting Monday, April 8th through Friday, April 12th. You determine the starting price for each of your items, however, items less than $50 will not be accepted. We are taking a $10 commission fee for each item sold.
Visit https://www.michigantechrecreation.com/oap/trips-events/gear-auction/index for more.

Ryan O’Connell: Inclusive by Design Presented by the Rozsa

March 28, 2024

At the Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts

A Rozsa Presenting Series and Van Evera Distinguished Lecture Series Event

Michigan Tech’s own Darnishia Morris, instructor and manager of global engagement programs with the Pavlis Honors College, sits down with Emmy-nominated speaker Ryan O’Connell to break down what systemic ableism is, and discuss how to build inclusivity into classrooms, buildings and communities in ways that go beyond ADA compliance. They’ll dig into why representation matters now more than ever and tell us what we can do about it. Attendees should expect some adult language.

O’Connell is an American writer, actor, director, comedian, LGBTQ activist, and disability advocate. He is known for his 2015 memoir, “I’m Special: And Other Lies We Tell Ourselves,” which tells about his life as a gay man with cerebral palsy. O’Connell adapted the memoir into the television series “Special,” which premiered in April 2019 on Netflix.

Reserve your seats for this free event through the Rozsa Box Office online 24/7, or on weekdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in person or by calling 906-487-1906.

Learn More 

FINAL WEEK!

Simple Machines: Poetry, Letterpress, and the Art of the Little Magazine Presented by Michigan Tech Art

Exhibit Open February 2-March 30, 2024

In the Rozsa Galleries A-Space

Simple Machines is a two-edition, international, letterpress poetry magazine founded and edited by Michigan Tech’s M. Bartley Seigel, funded through a Research Excellence Fund—Scholarship & Creativity Grant, produced in collaboration with designer/printers at the Copper Country Community Arts Center, and TYPA Letterpress & Paper Art Center, Tartu, Estonia, and featuring original poetry from a diverse array of national and international poets.

Learn More | Free Exhibit

H2O Cardio Blast

What you put into a class is what you will get out of it, so make the water work for you! Come find your depth. Whether you prefer the deep or the shallow end, you won’t be in over your head. Use the water for a workout that is low on impact but high in resistance, that will get your heart pumping and leave you feeling energized.

Tuesday 5:00 – 6:00 pm

SDC Pool

Class Day Pass $10

HuskiesFit Ultimate Punch Card

MTU Student 8-punch card $33, 16-punch card $50

AIPG Pizza Sale

Help support the American Institute of Professional Geologists by doing what you love; shopping online and eating pizza! By purchasing Little Caesar Pizza kits, you will help AIPG fund networking events, club supplies, and trips. Kit options include frozen pizza, cookie dough, meal coupons, and more. Best part; everything will be shipped right to your door! No need to talk to a salesperson!

Either scan the QR Code or click here to order now!

Thank you for your support! You rock!

The Great Game is Rescheduled for Thursday, April 4th at 8 p.m. We look forward to seeing you at the rescheduled event and hope you enjoy all the other fun happenings occurring tonight. Go Huskies! 

Remember the fun times playing Pokemon Go? Join Student Leadership Involvement’s Late Night Program for a fun Outdoor Adventure where participants use an app similar to our favorite childhood game on their phone. Meet us in the Memorial Union Building at 8 p.m. in the Commons (cafe area) to get directions and the link to the app. 

The gameplan: teams will break a secret code at Husky Plaza, see floating letters in augmented reality above an Engineering Building, and decipher a Morse code message sent by a secret witness near Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts. Everyone on campus competes on one leaderboard for the fastest time – and it is all self-guided.

Free to play. Bring your friends. This is sure to be an outdoor adventure with fun and laughs!

Houghton-Portage Twp. School District is seeking qualified candidates for the following positions:

After School Care Instructors

(3:00 pm – 5:30 pm)

Description and Qualifications:

Houghton Elementary School is now accepting applications for instructor positions with the after-school program.  We offer a variety of activities daily for students, such as art and board games, crafts, legos, Hot Wheels, gym games, outdoor games, etc.  We are seeking individuals who would be interested in leading activities and supervising students.  Must be available for at least the first semester of the 2024/25 school year.  Training and orientation available now.

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and possess good communication and interpersonal skills.  Leadership and education experience is preferred.  All staff will be required to have an initial TB test, Livescan Fingerprints, and Morpho Fingerprints taken as a condition of employment.  After working two pay periods, reimbursement for the fingerprints will be paid. Competitive wage. 

Interested candidates may submit a letter of application and resume to:

Mrs. Amy Forsell

Houghton Elementary School

203 West Jacker Avenue

Houghton, MI 49931

Or to:

aforsell@hpts.us

Deadline:  May 1, 2024

It is the policy of the Houghton –Portage Township Schools that no person, on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, weight or height, shall be discriminated against in employment, educational programs, or admissions.  Questions or concerns regarding the non-discrimination policies should be directed to Mrs. Sara Marcotte, Business Manager, Houghton-Portage Township School District, 1603 Gundlach Road, Houghton, MI 49931.

Looking to add a major or a minor? Then come to the ALLEY Makerspace on March 25, 2024, from 4-5:30 pm to learn about all the options the College of Sciences and Arts has to offer. You’ll get to do some fun maker projects, eat some snacks, ask questions, and get valuable information. See you there!

Come close to the glamour and glitz of Las Vegas- right in Houghton! MHA’s annual Vegas Night will be happening on March 23rd from 8pm-11pm on the first floor of Fisher Hall. Some of our prizes this year include a PlayStation 5, a VR headset, and an 8 person tent! All MTU students are welcome to attend! 

MHA is still looking for volunteers for this event! If you are interested in volunteering, check us out on GivePulse here: https://mtu.givepulse.com/event/434586-2024-MHA-Vegas-Night

If you are volunteering for this event, you MUST also attend one of the mandatory training sessions either on Friday, March 22 from 4pm- 5pm OR Saturday, March 23rd from 11am-Noon. Training will be held in the West McNair Glass Lounge (G003 West McNair)

If you cannot make either of those times, please reach out to akstraub@mtu.edu for alternative arrangements.

Whether you are attending, volunteering, or both – we look forward to spending Vegas Night with you

The Iranian community at Michigan Tech celebrates Nowruz to share the Iranian New Year tradition at Michigan Tech. Our event is on March 24th, from 5 to 9 pm, including a one-hour after-party. Everyone is invited to join us to celebrate the beginning of spring together. Our event includes an Iranian banquet, Iranian live music by a multicultural band, and stand-up comedy by Tehran, a comedian coming from California. 

Tickets will be available at MUB Commons from March 20th until March 22nd, from 11 am to 2 pm, or until we sell out. You can also get your tickets online through this link. Please get your ticket earlier.MTU students can get tickets for $15, and non-student tickets are $25.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at ircom@mtu.edu.

Gala Latina: Saturday, March 23rd from 6 – 9pm in the DHH ballroom

“In Rio’s rhythm, feathers take flight, dance with us, under the carnival lights.”

The Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE) invites all to join for a night of dancing, food, and fun! Along with bachatas, cumbias, and salsa, there will also be a raffle for prizes given throughout the night. To be a part of the raffle, all you need to do is check in and be present.

The Society of Medical Laboratory Scientists will be putting on a blood drive on Friday, April 5th from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM in DHH Ballroom. All of the blood donated will stay in the UP!

If you donated blood in the Red Cross Blood Drive you ARE able to donate blood again in this one.

Scan the QR code or click the link to sign up!! Walk-ins are also welcome until 2:15 PM!!

Elections for USG Representative positions are open! Please cast your votes here. 

Feel free to stop by our booth in Fisher Hall on Thursday, March 21st from 9AM-5PM to pick up an “I voted” sticker and spin our prize wheel! Stickers will also be available at our office (MUB 113, across from the bookstore) while elections are open. 

Elections are open until Sunday, March 24th at 5PM. Thank you for electing your future campus leadership! For more information about USG, visit our website, follow us on Instagram, and join our discord!

It’s that time of year again: Earth Day is coming up. To celebrate the Earth, Keweenaw Youth for Climate Action is hosting our 3rd Annual Art and Music Festival!

We are currently looking for artists and musicians who care about the environment. Please sign up to share your art with us on April 13th. See the flyer attached for more information and the sign-up form. 

Don Keranen Jazz Festival ft. Kris Johnson

Presented by Michigan Tech Music

March 22-23, 2024

At the Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts

The Annual Don Keranen Jazz Festival pays tribute to the founder of the Michigan Tech Jazz Studies Program. The weekend will feature former Count Basie Big Band trumpeter and Detroit native Kris Johnson. Watch Kris on YouTube.

Here’s this year’s lineup:

FRIDAY 7:30 PM PERFORMANCE
DURATION | Approx. 2 hours
Video Game Jazz Ensemble and the R&D Band feat. guest artist Kris Johnson.

SATURDAY 6 PM PERFORMANCE
DURATION | Approx. 90 minutes
Lab Band with Kris Johnson, Trumpet

SATURDAY 9 PM PERFORMANCE
DURATION | Approx. 2 hours
JazTec and Workshop Brass Band

Learn More | Reserve Free Tickets

Ryan O’Connell: Inclusive by Design Presented by the Rozsa

March 28, 2024

At the Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts

In Inclusive by Design, speaker Ryan O’Connell will break down what systemic ableism is, discuss how to build inclusivity into spaces [classrooms, buildings, communities] in ways that go beyond ADA compliance, and talk about why representation matters now more than ever (and tell us what we can do about it). This event will be a facilitated discussion between Ryan and Darnishia Morris, Instructor and Manager of Global Engagement Programs with Pavlis Honors College.

Learn More | Reserve Free Tickets

Simple Machines: Poetry, Letterpress, and the Art of the Little Magazine Presented by Michigan Tech Art

Exhibit Open February 2-March 30, 2024

In the Rozsa Galleries A-Space

Simple Machines is a two-edition, international, letterpress poetry magazine founded and edited by Michigan Tech’s M. Bartley Seigel, funded through a Research Excellence Fund—Scholarship & Creativity Grant, produced in collaboration with designer/printers at the Copper Country Community Arts Center, and TYPA Letterpress & Paper Art Center, Tartu, Estonia, and featuring original poetry from a diverse array of national and international poets.

Learn More | Free Exhibit

The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) at Michigan Tech proudly announces our Spring 2024 Internship Panel. This panel is designed to assist you in preparing for your Summer Internship by providing an opportunity to ask questions to students with internship experience. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to take your career to new heights! The event will take place on Friday, March 29th, from 6-8 PM, in DOW 0641. During the event, we will be hosting a raffle featuring various items from local businesses. Attendees will also be offered free sandwiches and beverages. Additionally, panelists will receive $20-25 gift cards to either Walmart or Amazon. If you would like to be an attendee please fill out our Attendee Sign-Up Form. If you would like to be a panelist please fill out our Panelist Sign-up Form. This event has a cap of 80 guests and 6 panelists so sign up soon! An email to confirm your spot will be sent out 3/27 with an itinerary of the event. If you have any questions about the event details, please contact Destiny Klinkhammer (dfklinkh@mtu.edu). Don’t miss this golden opportunity to advance your career!

Are you interested in improving both the environment and the physical facilities in the Quad Core Fitness Centers? Are you interested in helping your fellow Huskies learn more about physical fitness and mental wellbeing? Do you want to be more involved on campus, have a voice in determining future changes and improvements to the Quad Core, and/or gain experience overseeing fitness facilities? If you answered yes to any of those questions, apply to be a Quad Core Fitness Center Student Supervisor starting in the Fall 2024 semester! Applications are open until 10:00AM on Monday, 25 March. The full position description, responsibilities, and qualifications can be found here.

Interested in Greek Life and joining a sisterhood? Alpha Gamma Delta is hosting a “candy salad bar” this Thursday (3/21/24) at 6:30 pm! The event will be at the Alpha Gamma Delta house, rides are available from Wads and leaving at 6:25 pm. Contact VP Recruitment Maci Dostaler at agdrecruitment@mtu.edu

Husky Hour

Join guest speakers at various times throughout the semester to engage in an hour of hands-on learning. Discuss with your peers, learn from our professional staff, and learn from our community partners. We can’t wait to see you there! To learn more about topics and locations, please visit our Husky Hour website!

Anxiety Screenings 

Have you been feeling anxious, nervous or on-edge lately? The CSMHW will be offering free anxiety screenings on Thursday, March 21st from 10-2pm in Library 244. Take the screening and chat with a clinical counselor about resources and additional information.You can participate on a walk-in basis or schedule a time slot using the link below.

 
https://calendar.google.com/calendar/u/0/appointments/schedules/AcZssZ34WYRNuKsj0VRBWuJeNJ9z6ZIbY39k2BLEyZ566_pEWJ3kHETT_fBAM721jTquzAeT80QiYU4C

P.A.W.S Program

Nominate a peer or yourself to participate in the Fall 2024 cohort for P.A.W.S! Earn a free hoodie after completing the six sessions, learn helpful strategies, and be a part of a great group of students who strive to make a difference on campus through mental health advocacy!

Cookies & Coloring

Come destress with our team at the CDI on March 29th with some cookies and adult coloring activities! We look forward to seeing you there!

G.R.I.T. is an interactive, half-day leadership workshop designed to help you develop in the areas of motivation, perseverance, habit formation, and goal setting. Through a variety of activities, each individual will come to understand more about themselves and how they can achieve individual success. The skills learned can aid students in working towards any aspiration – from leading their student organization to increasing their GPA to running a marathon. Come join your peers as together we gain resilience and inspire tenacity!

G.R.I.T. is held once a semester. The spring session will be held on Sunday, March 24th, 2023, from 1:00 PM-4:30 PM. Limited space is available as every participant will receive free program materials, snacks, and a gift.

Please RSVP here by March 18th!

Remember the fun times playing Pokemon Go? Join Student Leadership Involvement’s Late Night Program for a fun Outdoor Adventure where participants use an app similar to our favorite childhood game on their phone. Meet us in the Memorial Union Building at 8 p.m. in the Commons (cafe area) to get directions and the link to the app. 

The gameplan: teams will break a secret code at Husky Plaza, see floating letters in augmented reality above an Engineering Building, and decipher a Morse code message sent by a secret witness near Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts. Everyone on campus competes on one leaderboard for the fastest time – and it is all self-guided.

Free to play. Bring your friends. This is sure to be an outdoor adventure with fun and laughs!

Are you in search of a summer job? The Outdoor Adventure Program is looking to hire adventure guides and rental desk attendants for the 2024 summer season! If you love sharing your passion for the outdoors with others, consider joining our awesome team. Scan the QR code on the flyer to easily apply today! Prior outdoor/wilderness experience is encouraged but not required

Interested in working at the front desk in Wads, McNair, and/or DHH? Look no further! Deskie applications for the 2024-2025 academic year are now LIVE and can be found HERE.

Applications will NOT be accepted after 10:00AM on March 18.

Michigan Tech will host Minnesota State in the CCHA Mason Cup Semifinal on Saturday at 5:07 p.m. at the John MacInnes Student Ice Arena. Tickets for the game are on sale now through the SDC Central Ticket Office. Season ticket holders have until 5 p.m. on Tuesday to purchase tickets and claim their seats. 

Tickets can be purchased in person at the Central Ticket Office in the Student Development Complex, online at BuyHuskiesTickets.com, or via phone by calling 906-487-2073. Ticket prices are as follows: Rail 555: $55, Adult: $30, and Youth: $20. Michigan Tech students can enter the game at the Experience Tech entrance as usual.

For information on skybox and platform pricing and availability, email suites@mtu.edu.

No. 3 seed Michigan Tech advanced with a sweep of Bowling Green in the CCHA Quarterfinal and the Mavericks swept Northern Michigan in Mankato as the No. 4 seed. No. 6 Lake Superior State will travel to No. 1 Bemidji State in the other semifinal. The CCHA Mason Cup Championship is scheduled for Friday, March 22.

The excitement is real as the Michigan Tech Huskies gear up to face the Minnesota State Mavericks in a highly anticipated CCHA Semifinal clash. Scheduled for Saturday, March 16, 2024, at 5:07 PM, the stage is set at the MacInnes Ice Arena for what promises to be a riveting encounter in college hockey. The stakes are high, and the energy of the crowd is expected to reach feverish levels as the Huskies look to secure their spot in the Mason Cup final. 

In a grand gesture of support, the Athletic Department has sponsored 750 tickets for students to thank them for their unwavering support throughout the season. This move underscores the community spirit and the strong bond between the team and its supporters. As the team prepares, they call upon the Husky faithful to “pack the MacInnes Ice Arena on Saturday” to create an electrifying atmosphere that will boost their enthusiasm.

Houghton-Portage Twp. School District is seeking qualified candidates for the following positions:

After School Care Instructors

(3:00 pm – 5:30 pm)

Description and Qualifications:

Houghton Elementary School is now accepting applications for instructor positions with the after-school program.  We offer a variety of activities daily for students, such as art and board games, crafts, legos, Hot Wheels, gym games, outdoor games, etc.  We are seeking individuals who would be interested in leading activities and supervising students.  Must be available for at least the first semester of the 2024/25 school year.  Training and orientation available now.

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and possess good communication and interpersonal skills.  Leadership and education experience is preferred.  All staff will be required to have an initial TB test, Livescan Fingerprints, and Morpho Fingerprints taken as a condition of employment.  After working two pay periods, reimbursement for the fingerprints will be paid. Competitive wage. 

Interested candidates may submit a letter of application and resume to:

Mrs. Amy Forsell

Houghton Elementary School

203 West Jacker Avenue

Houghton, MI 49931

Or to:

aforsell@hpts.us

Deadline:  May 1, 2024

It is the policy of the Houghton –Portage Township Schools that no person, on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, weight or height, shall be discriminated against in employment, educational programs, or admissions.  Questions or concerns regarding the non-discrimination policies should be directed to Mrs. Sara Marcotte, Business Manager, Houghton-Portage Township School District, 1603 Gundlach Road, Houghton, MI 49931.

The Young Americans for Freedom chapter at Michigan Technological University will host Yeonmi Park for a free event in the Minerals and Materials Engineering Building, Room U115. This event is free and open to the public and is hosted by YAF’s Center for Entrepreneurship & Free Enterprise as part of the Preserving American Liberty & Freedom Lecture Series. Following her speech, Yeonmi will participate in a Q&A discussion with members of the audience.

Born in North Korea, human rights activist and YAF Speaker Yeonmi Park grew up in a punishing society devoted to the worship of Kim Jong-Il. But at the age of 13, she and her family made a daring escape to China in search of a life free of tyranny.

An insightful and candid speaker, Park is fast becoming a leading voice of oppressed people around the world.

Learn more here: https://www.involvement.mtu.edu/event/9723764

The MTU Rowing club will be hosting Erg-a-Thon the week of March 18th. Our rowers have pledged over 500,000 meters and are looking forward to raising money for our club. 

Help support us in any way you can by donating at mturowingclub.com!!

Wager on your women’s history knowledge in Wads G42W on Friday, March 29, from 6-9pm, for a chance to win awesome prizes. Bring a friend, test your knowledge, and fill up on food and women’s trivia. Don’t miss out on this fun-filled night hosted by CDI.

The Dance Team at Michigan Tech is hosting our annual dance showcase on Sunday 3/17! Come join us at this free event and enjoy performances by the Dance Team, MTU Swing Club, and the NMU Dance Team! Doors open at 1:30pm in the SDC Wood Gym, and the showcase begins at 2pm.

There are still a few appointments available for the Campus Barber Shop on this Monday, March 18th. Appointments are open for all Michigan Tech students, faculty, and staff. Don’t miss out, book today!

https://getsquire.com/booking/book/the-good-life-hair-studios-marquette/barber/michigan-tech/services

Wonka

With dreams of opening a shop in a city renowned for its chocolate, a young and poor Willy Wonka discovers that the industry is run by a cartel of greedy chocolatiers.

Wonka is rated PG

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

Saturday (3/16)  5:30 8:30 11:30pm

Sunday (3/17) 5:30 8:30pm

Located on Michigan Tech’s campus in Fisher 135. Tickets are $3 and concessions are $1. We hope to see you at the movie this weekend and have a great day.

Submission deadline is March 22, 2024.

The Pocket Gallery is a new art zine and is dedicated to lifting the artistic voices of the students at MTU. Having your work published with us will help your voice be heard within the community.

We are looking for submissions to publish in the first ever edition this semester! The zine will be printed in color and available around campus in April.

Please see the flyer for additional details and the updated QR code for questions and submissions.

Form for questions and submissions: https://forms.gle/pDoQyThH9F31sViJ9

Canterbury House Food Pantry is back! Let us help you alleviate the burden of purchasing food. We offer contactless and anonymous pick-up of groceries and toiletries to the Michigan Tech Community at The Canterbury House at 1405 E. Houghton Ave. To place an order and select a pick-up time, fill out the Google Form at any time. Supplies may run out, but we will try our best to meet your needs. Feel free to stop inside and meet our students as well! Our house hours are 10-4pm Monday-Thursday.

The brothers of Sigma Phi Epsilon are hosting our 4th Annual Polar Plunge at Chutes and Ladders park from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM on March 16th, 2024. This event raises money for a local charity, this year once again being for ‘Little Brothers Friends of the Elderly’. This organization provides services for the elderly community here in the Keweenaw and across the Upper Peninsula. Whether it’s companionship, combating loneliness, medical equipment, doctor appointments, or basic human needs, Little Brothers Friends of the Elderly offers their support and aid.
Last year, SigEp’s polar plunge raised a record breaking amount of $2,034 for LBFE. Please join us in achieving our goal of raising $3,000 this year!

Please submit donations through the Legacy Financial link here. One SigEp brother will jump for every $25 raised. Any member of the community is able to jump themselves on the day of the event for a $5 donation. 

Come close to the glamour and glitz of Las Vegas- right in Houghton! MHA’s annual Vegas Night will be happening on March 23rd from 8pm-11pm on the first floor of Fisher Hall. Some of our prizes this year include a PlayStation 5, a VR headset, and an 8 person tent! All MTU students are welcome to attend! 

MHA is still looking for volunteers for this event! If you are interested in volunteering, check us out on GivePulse here: https://mtu.givepulse.com/event/434586-2024-MHA-Vegas-Night

If you are volunteering for this event, you MUST also attend one of the mandatory training sessions either on Friday, March 22 from 4pm- 5pm OR Saturday, March 23rd from 11am-Noon. Training will be held in the West McNair Glass Lounge (G003 West McNair)

If you cannot make either of those times, please reach out to akstraub@mtu.edu for alternative arrangements.

Whether you are attending, volunteering, or both – we look forward to spending Vegas Night with you

Whether you’re a fitness lover, a busy mom, or a 9-5er, you’ll benefit from my all-new 30-minute class. We’ll be exploring flexibility, breathwork, and mobility exercises to help you move better, longer. It’s also set to music and healing tones to help your mind focus. Plus, it’s all backed by science! I can’t wait to have you join me for some time to check in with your physical and mental selves, chill out, and keep your body moving. See you there!”

Sunday 5:00-5:50 pm, Tuesday 12:00-12:30 pm.

SDC Fitness Studio

Class Day Pass $10

HuskiesFit Ultimate Punch Card

MTU Student 8-punch card $33, 16-punch card $50

Zoot Suit Pi-it Presented by Michigan Tech Music

7:30 p.m. March 14, 2024

At the Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts

Join the Huskies Pep Band for a Pi Day concert of loud and proud music! Just like pi, the band’s love for MTU and the Keweenaw is never-ending.

Learn More | Reserve Free Tickets

Don Keranen Jazz Festival ft. Kris Johnson Presented by Michigan Tech Music

March 22-23, 2024

At the Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts

The Annual Don Keranen Jazz Festival pays tribute to the founder of the Michigan Tech Jazz Studies Program. The weekend will feature former Count Basie Big Band trumpeter and Detroit native Kris Johnson. Watch Kris on YouTube.

Here’s this year’s lineup:

FRIDAY 7:30 PM PERFORMANCE
DURATION | Approx. 2 hours
Video Game Jazz Ensemble and the R&D Band feat. guest artist Kris Johnson.

SATURDAY 6 PM PERFORMANCE
DURATION | Approx. 90 minutes
Lab Band with Kris Johnson, Trumpet

SATURDAY 9 PM PERFORMANCE
DURATION | Approx. 2 hours
JazTec and Workshop Brass Band

Learn More | Reserve Free Tickets

Come hang out and paint your own pottery to keep! 

The event, in collaboration with local business Magic Kiln Studio, is sure to be a fun and relaxing time. Any pottery you paint will be brought to the kiln and fired to keep your pottery durable, and can be picked up at the Grad Commons a few days after the event.

Meet us at the MUB Commons after 6PM on Thursday, 3/21 to participate. 

[RSVP here]

Interested in the arts, humanities, sciences, and social sciences? Looking to add a major or a minor? Then come to the ALLEY Makerspace on March 25, 2024, from 4-5:30 pm to learn about all the options the College of Sciences and Arts has to offer. You’ll get to do some fun maker projects, eat some snacks, ask questions, and get valuable information. See you there

Ivan Pecel

Date: Friday 03/15

Time: 7 – 8 pm

Location: The Rosza Center

Join us at the Rosza for a spectacular show, full of juggling, jokes, and more! Ivan Pecel comes from California to give you some excitement this weekend!

Pool Party with the WIBIT

Date: Saturday 3/23

Time: 4 – 7 pm

Location: SDC Pool

THE WIBIT IS BACK next week Saturday, an inflatable obstacle course in the pool! Along with this, there will be water basketball, swimming, and other fun pool activities! This will be open only to MTU students, so make sure to bring your ID! We hope to see you there!

Tech Arts Festival

The Tech Arts Fest makes its return! There will be multiple events happening that week, but Art Competition submissions will be due March 22nd at 5 pm! Anyone can enter, and the theme this year is “Make Someone Smile.” Submit your art at the form submission here, also check it out to see more details about the competition!

Join the Railroad Engineering and Activities Club on Thursday 3/14 from 3-5pm for our first bake sale!

Show your support by taking home some delicious MTU themed cookies! Get one for $2.50 or 2 for $4. 

Don’t wait, they won’t last long!

Anxiety Screenings 

Have you been feeling anxious, nervous or on-edge lately? The CSMHW will be offering free anxiety screenings on Thursday, March 21st from 10-2pm in Library 244. Take the screening and chat with a clinical counselor about resources and additional information.You can participate on a walk-in basis or schedule a time slot using this link. 
https://calendar.google.com/calendar/u/0/appointments/schedules/AcZssZ34WYRNuKsj0VRBWuJeNJ9z6ZIbY39k2BLEyZ566_pEWJ3kHETT_fBAM721jTquzAeT80QiYU4C

Husky Hour

Join guest speakers at various times throughout the semester to engage in an hour of hands-on learning. Discuss with your peers, learn from our professional staff, and learn from our community partners. We can’t wait to see you there! To learn more about topics and locations, please visit our Husky Hour website!