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ENTERTAINMENT & ENRICHMENT

An Afternoon on the Town

On Saturday, August 29 from 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, join your fellow classmates for An Afternoon on the Town. This annual Michigan Tech event spans from campus, down College Ave., and through the downtown Houghton business district. Area businesses and services will be participating and handing out food, coupons, and other giveaways to showcase what they have to offer. This is a great opportunity to get acquainted with the area and make you feel at home with the community.

You will also have the opportunity to enter into our prize giveaway! The grand prize this year is a GoPro with several other great prizes from area businesses!

For more information please contact Student Activities at activities@mtu.edu or call 906-486-1963.

Late Night Programming Presents Comedian, Tracey Ashley

Join in the laughs on Saturday, August 22 at 9:00 PM at the Rozsa Center to see comedian, Tracey Ashley.

You know what they say about a person with two first names? Well…who knows? People say a lot of stuff. When it comes to Tracey Ashley people are saying the same thing “This woman is funny!” Tracey was a semi-finalist on NBC’s Last Comic Standing Season 5, has appeared as a Co-host on TVLANDS Prime Movies, and performs in comedy clubs and on college campuses across the country!

This event is sponsored by Student Activities Late Night Programming.

MUB Board Hosting, Throwback Time Machine

On Wednesday, August 26 from 9:00 -11:59 PM, Walker Lawn, join our DJ as they push ‘the big red button’ and launch the Throwback Time Machine, the craziest video dance party this side of the 21st Century. You’ll be transported back in time by our resident spinner as he drops the biggest tracks and the most memorable pop videos from the past five decades. Throwback Time Machine delivers a night like no other to kick off the year at Michigan Tech.

This event is brought to you by student organization, Memorial Union Board (MUB Board).

Late Night Programming Presents Comedian, Eric Schwartz

Come out to see comedian, Eric Schwartz, Saturday, August 29 from 10:00 PM to 11:00 PM at the Rosza Center.  An unassuming nerd unleashes a mind-blowing show filled with musical comedy, physical antics, multicultural satire and social commentary.  Eric Schwartz is one of the most creative and original comedians working today, earning the description, “everything there is to love about entertainment.” With appearances on The Tonight Show, Showtime, Comics Unleashed, BET and more, this comedian’s stand up, songs and characters are spreading worldwide!

(Show contains college humor.)

Sponsored by Late Night Programming and MUB Board.

McNair Hall Dance

Join the McNair Hall Association for an informal dance inside of the West McNair square on Thursday, August 27 from 10:00 PM – 11:59 PM. Bring your new college friends and dance the night away!

Photo Scavenger Hunt & Cookout

Explore the Keweenaw and connect with Cru and other first years on an adventurous photo scavenger hunt on Saturday, August 29 from 4:00 – 8:00 PM. Meet in front of Wadsworth Hall at 4:00 PM to begin the hunt and join in the cookout at the Hancock Beach afterwards. For those who cannot make the scavenger hunt, meet in front of Wadsworth Hal at 6:20 for rides to the cookout. There will be beach volleyball, swimming, and food!

For more info and updates check http://mtucru.webs.com/

Center for Diversity and Inclusion Open House

Stop by the Center for Diversity and Inclusion (CDI) located in the Hamar House (#13) to meet some great people, learn about what we do on campus, on August 25 from 10 AM – 1 PM.

Students from the African Student Organization (ASO), American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES), Keweenaw Pride (KP), National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), Society of African American Men (SAAM), Society of Intellectual Sisters (SIS), Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE), Women’s Leadership Council (WLC), and Women’s Programming Committee (WPC) will be around to talk to you about their organizations and all the great programming and events they plan throughout the year.

Khana Khazana features Thai Food

Khana Khazana will feature a menu of Thai food from 11:00 – 2:00 PM today in the MUB circle. The menu includes Yum-Aranya, a seasonal salad served with sour and spicy sauce and Kai Yang, a rich herb chicken grilled with sweet tamarind sauce and served with rice.

TRAINING SESSIONS

Parade of Nations Food Booth Training Sessions

COMMUNITY EVENTS

AFSP Out of the Darkness Community Walk

It is that time of year again when we join the AFSP Out of the Darkness Community Walk. This year, the Baraga County Walk is on Saturday, September 12, beginning with Registration at 10:00 am at the L’Anse Waterfront Park, please consider joining us to create awareness and help eliminate suicide! It is a great fundraiser, with the goal of ending Suicide! It doesn’t get much better than that! As you know I walk in Memory of my Daughter Cami Rose, my personal goal is to help keep one person from having to make this journey. I have gained much knowledge and support from this event/group, it has been amazing, helpful and even healing, just knowing we are not in this alone. Any and all donations are of greatly appreciated.

Thank you again for your continued support! Follow the LINK, it’s easy, it’s safe and tax deductable. Not to mention a great cause.

HEALTH & WELLNESS

SDC Building Hours

SDC building hours for the academic year will begin Sunday, August 23 and remain in effect until April 30, 2016. Reduced  hours will be posted during University holidays and spring break. The SDC will be open Labor Day, September 7.

New this fall, public skating will start at 6:30 p.m. on Sundays and will continue to be free for SDC members and Michigan Tech students. All others can skate with the purchase of a day pass or $3 for skating only.

Visit SDC building hours to view the full schedule.

DID YOU KNOW?

Get Involved – Join a Student Organization this Fall

Did you know that Michigan Tech has over 240 student organizations? Whatever your passion may be, you can find like minded individuals and either join an existing student org or create your own! To see a complete list of campus organizations visit Involvement Link! There you will find contact info for the organizations and also see what they have planned in the way of events! Not seeing what you are looking for and want to start your own organization? Go to the Student Activities website and learn how to become a registered student organization.

For more information on Student Organizations, contact Student Activities at activities@mtu.edu.

REMINDERS

K-Day Goes Americana and Registration is Open

Student Activities is accepting registration applications for K-Day 2015. Please use this LINK to get to the online form.

For more information please contact Jessie at 906.487-1963 or email activities@mtu.edu.

ENTERTAINMENT & ENRICHMENT

Late Night Programming Presents Comedian, Tracey Ashley

Join in the laughs on Saturday, August 22 at 9:00 PM at the Rozsa Center to see comedian, Tracey Ashley.

You know what they say about a person with two first names? Well…who knows? People say a lot of stuff. When it comes to Tracey Ashley people are saying the same thing “This woman is funny!” Tracey was a semi-finalist on NBC’s Last Comic Standing Season 5, has appeared as a Co-host on TVLANDS Prime Movies, and performs in comedy clubs and on college campuses across the country!

This event is sponsored by Student Activities Late Night Programming.

MUB Board Hosting, Throwback Time Machine

On Wednesday, August 26 from 9:00 -11:59 PM, Walker Lawn, join our DJ as they push ‘the big red button’ and launch the Throwback Time Machine, the craziest video dance party this side of the 21st Century. You’ll be transported back in time by our resident spinner as he drops the biggest tracks and the most memorable pop videos from the past five decades. Throwback Time Machine delivers a night like no other to kick off the year at Michigan Tech.

This event is brought to you by student organization, Memorial Union Board (MUB Board).

Dance Team Auditions

Do you love school spirit? Do you love to dance? Want to support our Huskies sports teams?

Well don’t miss an opportunity to be involved on campus with a team that supports and performs at most home Huskies sporting events! Auditions will be held on Sunday, August 30 at the SDC Wood Gym. Check-In will start at 12:30 PM with auditions formally starting at 1:00 PM!

Come dressed in clothes you can dance in and be sure to bring water and a light snack! Also, make sure to bring your class schedule!

If you have questions, please email mtudanceteam@gmail.com.

MEETINGS & SEMINARS

Chemistry Career Talk: Patent Agent

Join the Chemistry Department for a career talk with Adrian Pishko on August 17 at 11:00 AM in Chem Sci 215. Adrian graduated with her PhD in analytical chemistry from Michigan Tech in 2002 and completed a postdoctoral internship at Savannah River National Laboratory before pursuing a career as a patent agent at 3M.

Talk is open to all majors and degree levels, a question and answer session will follow. FOr more information please contact Chelsea Nikula at cjgrawn@mtu.edu.

BACK TO SCHOOL

Order Your Textbooks Online Now

The Campus Bookstore is now accepting web orders for Textbooks! Order your Fall semester books HERE.

For more information contact the Campus Bookstore at 906.487.2410.

DID YOU KNOW?

The Campus Bookstore Now Offering Women’s Business Apparel

Did you know that women’s business apparel is now available for purchase at the Campus Bookstore, 1st Floor of the Memorial Union Building (MUB)? Stop in to check out the classic and trendy styles for your next interview or presentation!

Visit the website to get a listing of their hours and current deals.

TRAINING SESSIONS

Parade of Nations Food Booth Training Sessions

NEWS

Food Drive to Support Michigan Tech’s Food Pantry

Husky Food Access Network (Husky FAN) is holding a food drive to gather non-perishable goods for our campus food pantry, which is currently in development. There are drop boxes located in the Admin Building (by the elevators), Library (by the Library Cafe), MUB (by the Campus Bookstore), and SDC (by the Main Desk). If you have any questions about Husky FAN, or would like to volunteer, please contact huskyfan@mtu.edu.

Most Needed Items:

• Peanut Butter & Jelly
• Rice
• Canned Chicken and Fish
• Canned Soups
• Flour and Sugar
• Baking Soda and Powder
• Canned and Dry Beans
• Noodles
• Spaghetti Sauce
• Cereal and Oatmeal
• Canned Fruits and Veggies
• Mac & Cheese/Pasta Mixes
• Personal Hygiene Items
• Bread Mix

HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Summer Fitness Opportunities

Michigan Tech Community Programs has a wide variety of classes to fit your summer fitness needs and style. Check out the following great classes!

4-Week Learn to Skate Program

ENTERTAINMENT & ENRICHMENT

Rozsa Center and Visual and Performing Arts 2015-16 Season

Michigan Technological University’s Rozsa Center and Visual and Performing Arts 2015-16 season presents a little something for everyone this year! The season includes over 39 events, encompassing film, lectures, music, theater, art gallery, dance, and more. From Shakespeare and ballet to comedy and jazz, Rozsa shows will entertain all tastes and all ages. The season even includes an exciting opportunity for local youth dancers to perform alongside professional ballet dancers in The Nutcracker! Flexible discount season ticket packages are on sale from August 1 through August 31. Single tickets go on sale September 1. 

For more details, please contact Bethany Jones  bjones@mtu.edu for more information.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Community Programs for Adults

Community Programs for Children

The last round of youth community programs for the summer begins soon! Sign your child up now for one of the following great classes!

Swimming

• Next session begins August 3
• Parent/child (ages 6 months to 4 years)
• Preschool (ages 4 to 5 years)
• Levels 1-6
• Register by July 29

Huskies Hockey Challenge Night

• 4-week program begins August 10
• Mites, Squirts and PeeWees (2014-15 level of play)
• Fast-paced, small area games

Huskies Total Skills and Power Skating

• Power skating
• Off ice skills
• Mites, Squirts, PeeWees and Bantams (2014-15 level of play)
• Next session begins August 3

Learn to Skate

• Next session begins August 11
• Ages 3 to adult welcome

For more information, visit www.michigantechrecreation.com.

Commit your child to be HuskiesFit this summer!

Summer Open Swim and Public Skating Hours

The SDC Swimming Pool is a great place to perfect your favorite swim stroke or just splash around & cool off. Single day passes & group rates are available.

Summer open swim hours are:
Monday-Friday, 6:00-9:00am, 12:00-1:30pm and 4:30-8:00pm
Saturday & Sunday, 12:00-5:00pm
Adult Lap Swim: Monday-Friday, 1:30-2:30pm

Summer Public Skating
The John MacInnes Student Ice Arena offers public skating sessions twice weekly this summer. It is free to SDC members and Michigan Tech students (present ID for entry). It is also included in Friday and Sunday SDC day passes, or you can pay $3/person for skating only.

Summer public skating hours are:
Sundays, 5:00-5:50pm
Fridays, 2:00-2:50pm
For exact dates, please visit Public Skating.

For more information about the SDC and other available recreational programs, visit www.michigantechrecreation.com.

Commit to be HuskiesFit this summer!

REMINDERS

K-Day Goes Americana and Registration is Open

Student Activities is now accepting registration applications for K-Day 2015. Please use this LINK to get to the online form.

For more information please contact Jessie at 906.487-1963.

DID YOU KNOW?

New Online GPA Estimator

Did you know, the Registrar’s Office website now hosts a GPA estimator. The tool may be used to estimate semester and cumulative GPAs and run various scenarios by entering the expected letter grade and credit hour for each class.

http://www.mtu.edu/registrar/students/advising/gpa-calculator/

ENTERTAINMENT and ENRICHMENT

Sunset Cruise #2 Sign Up and Summer Snack

Come over to the Outdoor Adventure and Wellness Programs house (207 East St. Across the highway from the MTU Library) on Thursday, July 23 from 1:00-3:00 PM for the second sunset cruise sign up. This sunset cruise is to be held on August 7 in Copper Harbor. The cost is $5.00 with your student ID.

There will also be a summer snack of avocado potato salad as well as raspberry sorbet served during this time.

This event is sponsored by Student Activities, Housing and Residential Life, and Dining Services.

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Rozsa Pocket Calendar Available

New this year, the Rozsa has convenient, handy, “pocket calendars” – Great for your desk, at work or home, take with you or keep by the phone! Features the big event each month. Available around town or at the Rozsa this week, then look for your full-size Rozsa calendar, coming the last week of August.

More details, events and tickets at www.rozsa.mtu.edu.

VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES

Volunteers Needed to Test out Driving Simulator

COMMUNITY PROGRAMS

Lake Superior Day in Copper Harbor

The beauty and bounty of Lake Superior will be celebrated Sunday, July 26 at the Third Annual Lake Superior Day in Copper Harbor. Community volunteers, along with the Lake Superior Stewardship Initiative, are organizing the festival with lots of special activities at the 6th Street Dock along the Copper Harbor Boardwalk.

Activities include:

Community picnic ($5 donation suggested)
Canoe races and kayak demonstrations
Interactive art (paint the model freighter)
Remotely-Operated-Vehicle demonstrations by Tech’s Great Lakes Research Center
Presentation on the health of Lake Superior by Great Lakes scientist Martin Auer (CEE)
Live music, poetry and more!
From 1-4 PM a special highlight is the opportunity for festival attendees to find out how scientists study the Great Lakes by taking a 40-minute scientific excursion aboard Michigan Tech’s research vessel, Agassiz. The excursions are part of the Ride the Waves Program funded by a grant from General Motors. The Agassiz will depart every 45 minutes from the Isle Royale Queen dock beginning at 1 p.m. Participants must be at least seven years old, and children must be accompanied by an adult. All participants should wear closed-toe shoes. Space is limited and those interested may pre-register by calling 7-3341 or email Lloyd Wescoat at lwescoat@mtu.edu. Lake Superior Day is celebrated throughout the Lake Superior basin on or close to the third Sunday in July in many communities around Lake Superior. Learn more about Lake Superior Day events around the lake.

Keweenaw Alumni and Friends Chapter 5K Walk/Run for Scholarships

Friday July 24 is the last day to register for the Keweenaw Alumni and Friends Chapter 5K Walk/Run for scholarships. The event will be held Saturday, August 8 on the Michigan Tech Trails. Registration begins at 7:30 AM with the walk to start at 8:30 AM and the run beginning at 9 AM.  Awards will be handed out at 10 AM.

Cost is $15 for those with a Tech Trail pass, $20 for those who need a pass (includes a discounted $5 day pass). T-shirts are included with advanced registration!

Register online today!
For more information, or to register contact jlfuller@mtu.edu.

DID YOU KNOW?

Involvement Link has a New Look!

Involvement Link has just launched an updated platform! The home page has a new look as well as an easy to use toolbar where you can search for upcoming events, a list of organizations, and campus website links to Student Activities, USG, the Student Disclosure, and the weekly News Briefs.

Student Organizations take note: You can now customize your page with a cover photo, create photo albums that illustrate your organizations activities, and write up a news article on what your organization has been up to!

Check it out HERE!

ENTERTAINMENT AND ENRICHMENT

Sunset Cruise #2 Sign Up and Summer Snack

Come over to the Outdoor Adventure and Wellness Programs houses (207 East St. Across the highway from the MTU Library) on Thursday, July 23 from 1:00-3:00 PM for the second sunset cruise sign up. This sunset cruise is to be held on August 7 in Copper Harbor. The cost is $5.00 with your student ID.

There will also be a summer snack of avocado potato salad as well as raspberry sorbet served during this time.

This event is sponsored by Student Activities, Housing and Residential Life, and Dining Services.

Food From Vietnam at Khana Khazana

Tomorrow’s Khana Khazana at the MUB Food Truck will feature food from Vietnam. Featured items include Bun Cha, Vietnamese pork meatball and noodle salad, Pho Ga, Vietnamese chicken noodle soup and Soda Chang, fresh limeaid soda. Serving is from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the MUB Circle.

 DID YOU KNOW?

Join a Student Organization

Did you know there are more than 240 student organizations on campus? There are several categories that these organizations fall under such as academic, arts & culture, club sports, faith based, Greek, service, and social just to name a few. If you are interested in joining a club check out Involvement Link to find your fit. If you don’t see what you are looking for, consider starting your own organization.

For information on starting your own organization visit the Student Activities website or stop into Student Activities, MUB 112, and talk to Maryann Wilcox, Coordinator of Register Student Organizations.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Group Fitness Instructors Needed

Love fitness? We do too! Michigan Tech Community Programs is looking for group fitness instructors that are as passionate about health and fitness as we are. We offer a wide range of regularly scheduled programs, including high impact TRX, boot-camp and spinning conditioning classes to low impact yoga and youth programming. All types of instructors/trainers are encouraged to apply. For current programming options, visit us at www.michigantechrecreation.com/programs.

Community Programs hourly instructors are responsible for preparing and conducting 50-minute fitness classes, and for the maintenance and care of Michigan Tech fitness equipment and facilities. All instructors are required to be CPR/First Aid certified (certification provided) and must be 18 years of age or older. Hourly instructor compensation is calculated based on training, certifications, and years of experience.

All applicants are required to provide:

• Current contact information, including copy of government issued ID, e-mail, phone number and home address.
• Current resume, including all fitness and instructing experience
• Copies of any/all fitness/instructor certifications
• Proposed class description and class outline (upon request)

Applicants will be required to teach a sample class for the Recreation Director and current Community Programs instructors (upon request).

For more information, please email communityprograms@mtu.edu.

Last Chance to Register for Sports Camps

Football, skating, soccer, tennis and volleyball camps are just around the corner! There is still time to register! Football

Step off the sidelines and into the game with Michigan Tech’s renowned football camps. We offer Little Huskies for grades 3-5 and Development for grades 6-8. Skating

Master one of the most artful and athletic ice sports. Featuring a figure skating program for all ages and a learn-to-skate camp for grades K-5, we have opportunities for everyone. Soccer

Michigan Tech’s Soccer Skills Camp is designed to teach fundamental playing skills to younger players. Open to grades K-8. Tennis

The Michigan Tech Tennis camp at Gates Tennis Center offers a balance of instruction, competition, and tactical skill building to take your game to the next level. Volleyball

Develop your serving, passing, setting, attacking, blocking, and digging skills with tips and pointers from the Michigan Tech volleyball coaching staff and team players. Choose from Little Huskies for grades 2-6, All Skills Grades 7-9 or All Skills Grades 10-12.

For more information or to register, visit Michigan Tech Sports Camps.

 ENTERTAINMENT AND ENRICHMENT

Paddle the Portage Hosted by OAP

Come down to Prince’s Point on Thursday, July 16 from 5:00 – 8:00 PM to join in a leisurely paddle open to all skill levels. The cost is $20 per person and pre-registration is required.

Contact the Outdoor Adventure Program to sign up at 906.487-2290 or visit their location at 207 East Street, across the highway from the MTU Library.

Intro to Golf, Space Available

If you are interested in learning the basics of golf and would like to take part in a group lesson with other students, Student Activities along with Mark Moroste from the Portage Lake Golf Course, is hosting a small group lesson on Monday, July 20. Transportation is provided from the Outdoor Adventure Program to the golf course and back. Pick up is at 3:30 and the lesson is from 4-5PM.

Please come to Student Activities, MUB 112, with a $5.00 deposit and your student ID to sign up. If you have any questions please call 906.487-1963 or email activities@mtu.edu.

DID YOU KNOW?

Recycle your Batteries at the Campus Bookstore

Did you know that the Campus Bookstore in the Memorial Union Building recycles batteries? Bring in your used batteries and they will recycle them for you. They take AA, AAA, C, D, and 9V.

ENTERTAINMENT & ENRICHMENT

Raptor Rescue Presentation with LIVE Birds

Student Activities is hosting a very special event that showcases live birds of prey. The Chocolay Raptor Center, who was recently featured on TV6 News for their work with rehabilitating a male owl that was shot in Marquette, MI, will be conducting a presentation on their work as a rescue, rehab, and environmental education facility. To see the episode that aired about the owl click HERE. Please come over to the Outdoor Adventure Program backyard (207 East St. Across the highway from the MTU Library) on Thursday, July 9. The event starts at 2:00 PM so please come early to get a good spot for viewing the birds.  This event is free to attend! For more information please contact Student Activities at 906.487-1963 or email activities@mtu.edu.

Copper Harbor Sunset Cruise Sign Up

Back by popular demand, the Copper Harbor Sunset Cruises aboard the Isle Royale Queen IV brought to you by Student Activities. Join us from 1-2 on Thursday, July 9 PM at the Outdoor Adventure Program (207 East St, across the highway from the MTU Library) to sign up for the Copper Harbor Sunset Cruise scheduled for the evening of Friday, July 17. Transportation leaves from the MUB at 6:30 PM, returns at approximately 10:30 PM, and is included in the $5.00 cost. Please bring your student ID to sign up.

If you are unable to make it at this time please contact Student Activities at activities@mtu.edu or call 906.487-1963.

Paddle Board and Kayak Demos with OAP

Have some fun learning how to paddle board and kayak at Prince’s Point on Thursday, July 9 from 2-4 PM. This event is $5.00 per person. Please contact the Outdoor Adventure Program for more information at 906.487-2290 (noon -5PM) or email oap@mtu.edu.

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Want to win a paddle board?

The Biggest Mover Competition is 5 weeks long (July 6-August 8) and highlights physical activity, stress reduction practices, and healthy eating. If you are interested in joining the competition you must register no later than July 5 to participate.

To Register go to mtu.2act.co

The competition starts on Monday, July 6! A paddle board and many other awesome prizes are available!

Good luck!

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Michigan Tech Community Programs

In addition to several classes that run all summer long, Michigan Tech Community Programs announces upcoming classes beginning soon that will run through the end of the summer.

Adult Classes

Belly Dance for Fitness – Shake, shimmy and roll in this energetic cabaret-style belly dance class offered Thursdays, 5:15-6:05 p.m., in the SDC Studio July 9 – August 20. Spin Express – Rev it up and burn some calories fast in this 40 minute power spin class offered Mondays and Wednesdays, 12:10-12:50 p.m., in the SDC Studio July 6 – August 19. Enrollment in Adult Community Program classes is rolling and walk-in’s are always welcome!

Youth Classes

Aikido (Age 5 & up) – A great way for children and teens to gain confidence, practice focus and concentration, and learn non-violent strategies for self-defense. Classes begin July 10 and meet Fridays at 6:30 p.m. in the SDC Studio. Creative Dance (Ages 3-6) – Students develop basic dance skills as they interact with their peers in this fun and engaging class! Class meets Saturdays, 11:00-11:45 a.m. July 11 – August 22 in the SDC Studio. Ballet/Jazz (Age 7 & up) – This intro class covers the basics of each dance form including footwork, arm-work and vocabulary. The final session is a unique workshop to explore dance theater and performance technique. 7 and 8 year olds meet Tuesdays, 4:15-5:05 p.m. in the SDC Studio July 7 – August 18. Ages 9 and up meet Thursdays, 4:15-5:05 pm. in the SDC Studio July 9 – August 20. Swimming (Age 6 months & up) – There is still room in the 3rd and 4th sessions of Swimming! Classes meet Monday-Friday for a two-week period in the SDC Pool. Third session – July 20-31, fourth session – August 3-14. Visit www.michigantechrecreation.com for a complete listing of all Summer Community Programs. Commit to be HuskiesFit this summer!

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COMMUNITY EVENTS

Local Fireworks Displays & Parades

Lake Linden: July 3, Parade at 9:30 AM, Fireworks at Dusk

Copper Harbor: July 4, Parade at 10:00 AM followed by BBQ and activities, Fireworks at Dusk

South Range: July 4, Childrens Games at 4:30 PM, Fireworks at Dusk

Volunteers Needed for an Obstacle Team Race

ENTERTAINMENT & ENRICHMENT

Intro to Mountain Biking Hosted by the Outdoor Adventure Program

Put your mountain biking skills to the test on the Copper Harbor trails on Saturday, June 30 at 3:00PM. Transportation and shuttle will be included in the cost of $25 per person. Please sign up in advance by calling 906.487-2290 or by emailing oap@mtu.edu.

Khana Khazana Serving Iranian Cuisine

The Dining Services food trailer will be parked on campus Friday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will serve Iranian Cuisine. The featured dish is Beef Roll which is egg and coriander rolled up and seasoned with pomegranate then  cooked in a special tomato sauce and served with rice.  Also serving Potato Kuku, an egg based Persian vegetarian dish, flavored with shredded potatoes, onion, saffron, and garlic chives; serves in a special tomato sauce and rice.  And for dessert Mille-Feuille also know as the Nepoleon, made up of three layers of puff pastry alternating with layers of whipped cream.

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Dog Therapy Dates at the Outdoor Adventure Program and Wellness Center

COMMUNITY EVENTS

2k of 5k Frun Trail Walk/Run

The Chassell Lions present their second annual Fun Trail Walk/Run to benefit the ‘Simple Kindness of Youth’ program. The run will take place at the Chassell trails behind the Chassell Heritage Building on Saturday, July 11 at 8:00 AM Register here! You may register the day of the event. Free t-shirt with paid registration (guaranteed with registration by 6/30)

If you have questions please contact Pam at pfhiltunen@gmail.com.

REMINDERS

Participate in the 2015 Parade of Nations

African Dance Sessions at the SDC

ENTERTAINMENT & ENRICHMENT

Intro to Golf Sign Up and OAP Backyard Event

Summer Programming event hosted by Student Activities will take place on Thursday, June 25 at the Outdoor Adventure Program Backyard from 1-3:00 PM. Try a healthy snack of Avocado Black Bean Dip served with Corn Chips. A tasty summer snack!

Also, sign up for the upcoming Intro to Golf event will take place during this time. Its just a $5.00 deposit that will be refunded to you once the group lesson is complete. The dates of the Golf event will be on July 13 and 20 from approximately 3:30 -5:30. Transportation is provided from the OAP to the Portage Golf Course at which time a group Golf lesson with Course Manager, Mark Maroste, will take place. This is a great opportunity to learn the basics of Golf for free!

For more information on this event and others please contact Student Activities at activities@mtu.edu or call 487-1963.

Participate in the 2015 Parade of Nations

African Dance Sessions at the SDC

African Dance Sessions are running running every Saturday at 11:00 am in the SDC dance studio. African dance combines rigorous steps and movements accompanied with contemporary Afro-beats. It is a fun way to get active and break some sweat. The cost is $7 per session. This session is open to everyone.

Interested people can reach Efe via email, efplange@mtu.edu .

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Outdoor Adventure Program Adventure Package Options

Check out the adventure package options available this summer through the Outdoor Adventure Program. Choose form High Ropes COurse, Kayak Rentals, Portage Paddle, and a Surgeon River Conoe Trip.

Call the OAP at 906.487-2290 for more information.

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HEALTH & WELLNESS

Dog Therapy Dates at the Outdoor Recreation and Wellness Center

–June 22 from 1-3:00 pm at the Outdoor Recreation and Wellness Center

–July 8 from 1-3:00 pm at the Outdoor Recreation and Wellness Center

–July 20 from 1-3:00 pm at the Outdoor Recreation and Wellness Center

Want to know when the Dogs will be at the Outdoor Recreation and Wellness Center?  Like Michigan Tech’s Outdoor Adventure Program and Michigan Tech Student Activities on Facebook!

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Registration Open for the The Biggest Mover Competition

Register by July 5 at MTU.2ACT.co for the Biggest Mover Competition to challenge yourself with fun activities that promote a healthy lifestyle. Incentives will be available throughout the competition as well as a Grand Prize of an Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Board after the competition closes! The competition runs for 6 weeks starting on July 6 and ending on August 14.

To be eligible for this competition you must:

• Be an active Michigan Tech Student (Enrolled in courses for Fall 2015)

• Have a Michigan Tech email

• Have a Michigan Tech M#

• Have Internet Access

There are 350 Points Possible each week that consist of Physical Activity, Healthy Eating, De-stressing Activity, and a Bonus Activity.

Prizes:

• The first 25 participants to join the challenge  will receive a Travel Cup  for salad, veggies, etc.

• Participants who obtain 200 or more points after week 1 will receive a water bottle

• Participants who obtain 800 or more points after week 3 will receive a Cinch Sack/Back pack

• Participants who obtain 1350 points after week 5 will be entered into thedrawing for a Stand up Paddle Board (1 available valued at a $750 value )

*Prizes may differ than the examples pictured above*

*All prizes must be picked up from the Outdoor Recreation and Wellness Center by August 31, 2015.

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Ready. Set. Summer! with Michigan Tech Recreation

Make plans for summer fun in the pool, ice arena, multipurpose room and trails.

Looking for a way to beat the heat or the rainy day blues? Open hours are available for public swimming, skating, indoor track running, basketball and volleyball. Single day passes and group rates are available. You can also take advantage of the great trail system for a family ride or aerobic adventure.

For more information, visit www.michigantechrecreation.com.  See you at the SDC!

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NEWS

 

Little Huskies Scholarship Application Deadline Set for July 17

Please be aware that Little Huskies Child Development Center has scholarships available to families through the Access to High Quality Early Childhood Education Scholarship Fund. Families are welcome to apply for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.

The purpose of the scholarship fund is to remove financial roadblocks to allow Michigan Tech’s most needy families access to high-quality early childhood education at Little Huskies. The focus demographics are undergraduate, graduate and low-income employee families. Their success at Michigan Tech is a guiding principle. Please go to Michigan Tech Childcare for more information and an application form.

A completed application and all required materials must be submitted and received no later than 5:00 p.m. on July 17, 2015 for the 2015-2016 academic year. Materials may be sent electronically to eva-marie.hatfield@gretchenshouse.com or mailed to: Eva-Marie Hatfield, Little Huskies Child Development Center, 500 MacInnes Drive, Houghton, MI 49931.