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ENTERTAINMENT & ENRICHMENT

MUB Board Murder Mystery Event with Improv Comedians

Oct. 29, 2015
8:00 P.M.
MUB Ballroom A

Come on over to the MUB and find out who done it! You will be given a super secret identity and comete in a live action game of Clue for some fantastic campus swag. Dust off your magnifying glasses, clean your trench coats, and leave the pipes at home. But remember, nothing is as it seems.

Get there fast cause space is limited!

MUB Baord Halloween Dance

Oct. 30, 2015
8:00 P.M.
DHH Ballroom

Join MUB Board, IRHC, and DHHC for a fantastic night of dancing, food, fun, and prizes! So now’s the time to bust out your zombie blood or wizard robes and go all out! We wil have a green screen with your favorite Halloween backgrounds, a chocolate fountain, plus lots MORE!

A raffle will be held that includes multiple prizes including a Chromecast and bundle’s with some of your favorite Halloween movies. Door prizes will be included.
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Alpha Delta Alpha Hosting Pumpkin Carving

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Khana Khazana Serving Middle Eastern Cuisine

Aquila Theatre Presents a Minimal, Starkly Beautiful Romeo and Juliet

The story is so well known, star-crossed lovers who are doomed from the start, so why is this production special? This minimal adaptation is a joy of the senses: Simple, pared-down and shadowy, Aquila Theatre’s Romeo and Juliet, directed and adapted by Desiree Sanchez, is a completely new way to experience one of Shakespeare’s most iconic plays. Shakespeare’s eight plus actors are cut down to five, the original seventeen roles reduced to eight. The story is condensed, focused, and chiseled away at until it stands out in uncluttered relief.

According to a recent review by Sam Hall, of DC Metro Theater Arts, “This is a very real and very serious production, full of shadows and chiaroscuro light….We have here a remarkable fusion of design, text, and performance, of consciousness, scenery, sound, light, space, meaning, and movement. This is Romeo and Juliet as high tragedy, a balletic dream …. a grandeur of poetry and high art. It is beautiful and disturbing. Deeply moving, without a trace of sentimentality. ” 

Experience the beauty of Aquila Theatre’s new production of Romeo and Juliet, playing at the Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts next Thursday, October 22, 2015 at 8:00 PM. There will be a pre-performance discussion with Aquila Theatre tour members at 7:00 pm in the Rozsa lobby. Tickets for Romeo and Juliet are on sale now, $24 for adults, $10 for youth, and no charge for Michigan Tech students with the Experience Tech fee. Advance reserved seating is now available, please order tickets early!

For more details please see the attached press release. A photo is also attached, please credit Richard Termine.

Late Night Programming Presents Dakaboom on 11/7

Mark your calendars because you don’t want to miss this unique show on Saturday November 7 at 10:00 PM in the MUB Ballroom.

What is Dakaboom??

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 MEETINGS & WORKSHOPS

HuskyLEAD Session – Know your Role: Tips for Leading and Following in a Team

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ENTERTAINMENT &  ENRICHMENT

Make A Differene Day Registration Open

Interested in volunteering during Make a Difference Day – Saturday, October 24?  Register here: https://www.involvement.mtu.edu/form/start/83934

Food and Beer Pairing Hosted by MUB Board

Food and Beer paring is back! Come join MUB Board and Chef Eric Karvonen for night of food and beer on Friday, November 13th at 6 pm in the MUB Ballroom A. During this event, you will learn how to pair different types of beer with various foods. Pricing for tickets are $10 for students and $15 for non-students. Tickets can be purchased at www.mubfoodbeer.eventbrite.com and are on sale until November 6 at 5 PM. ​

For more information please contact Austin at ajnyenhu@mtu.edu.

Pumpkin Carving Hosted by MUB Board and Outdoor Adventure Program

​Join us for some good old fashioned Pumpkin Carving on Tuesday, October 20 from 7 – 9PM at the O’Connor House, 207 East St. Houghton. There will be free s’mores and apple cider, so bring your family and friends, but be quick because supplies are limited. Be sure to carve some time out of your schedule and come on down!​

For more information please contact Austin at ajnyenhu@mtu.edu.

Film Board Presents Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation

This weekend, Film Board presents Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation rated PG-13 with a run time of 131 min. Showings will be held Friday at 5:30, 8:30, 11:30 PM, Saturday at 2:30, 5:30, 8:30, 11:30 PM and Sunday at 2:30, 5:30 PM., in Fisher 135

Tickets are $3, Concessions are $1 each.

Alpha Delta Alpha Hosting Hungarian Falls Exploration

MU Beta Psi Chili Dinner to Benefit the Calumet Band Program

Come to a Chili Dinner at St. Al’s, 411 MacInnes Drive, Houghton, on October 24 from 4:00 – 7:00PM. All you can eat for $8.00 or $5.00 a bowl. For groups of five or more, $20 or all you can eat for $35.

Hosted by the Brothers of Mu Beta Psi. Proceeds to benefit the Calumet Band Program.

Khana Khazana Serving Hawaiian Cuisine

• October 23- Middle Eastern (Felafel, Shwarma, Warbat)
• October 30-  Thai
• Nov 6- Moroccan

“Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo” haunts the McArdle Theater

Michigan Space Grant Consortium Funding Opportunities

The Michigan Space Grant Consortium announces funding opportunities for Undergraduate and Graduate Fellowships.  Only US citizens are eligible to apply.

The internal Michigan Tech deadline is noon on Wednesday, November 11. Specific information regarding Michigan Tech’s requirements and submission procedures can be found HERE .

For more information contact Paige Hackney (phackney@mtu.edu or 487-4371) in the Pavlis Honors College.
To read announcements, submission requirements, and to submit a proposal following an internal review, visit the MSGC website.  Note— Proposals must be submitted electronically to MSGC only after being reviewed by the Pavlis Honors College and MTU’s Sponsored Programs Office.

Public Talk on African American History in Michigan

As part of the “Black Voices in the Copper Country” project, the Michigan Tech Archives and Copper Country Historical Collections will host a talk by Michelle S. Johnson, a community historian with the Michigan Historical Center in Lansing. The event will be held at 4:00PM October 27 at the Van Pelt and Opie Library.

The talk, “Exhibits for New Century: Researching the African American Experience in Michigan from the Copper Country to the Capital,” will explore the historical center’s Exhibits for a New Century project, which is an interpretive exhibit documenting the African American experience across the state.

This event is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served. More information can be found on the Michigan Tech Archives Blog.

CAREER SERVICES

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Get Paid For Your Old Appliances

Upper Peninsula Power Co. customers can recycle their old refrigerators, freezers and more Saturday and get paid for their trouble.

Efficiency UNITED is accepting working freezers, refrigerators, room air conditioners and dehumidifiers (sorry, no stoves or electronics) between 11:00AM to 4:00PM Saturday, at Dee Stadium.

**To participate, bring a recent UPPCO bill along with your clean, empty appliances to the Energy Show. You will receive $50 each for refrigerators and freezers and $15 for dehumidifiers and air conditioners.

“This is a great way to get rid of that energy-hogging appliance, especially if you are moving up to a new energy-efficient model,” said civil engineering senior Lauren Krueger, past president of the Michigan Tech chapter of Rotaract, which is co-sponsoring the event with the Houghton Energy Efficiency Team (HEET). “Old refrigerators use up to four times as much electricity as the latest ENERGY STAR brands.”

For more information, visit newpowertour.com/appliance.

MEETINGS & DISCUSSIONS

LGBTQ Heritage Month

Michigan Tech’s Center for Diversity and Inclusion is hosting Jason Robert Ballard for LGBTQ Heritage Month. Jason Robert Ballard, the CEO and Founder of Transculture Magazine, to speak about his success as a trans-man. The discussion will be Friday October 23 at 5:00PM in the Alumni Lounge. All are encouraged and welcome to attend.

Chemistry Department Seminar

“At the End of Chemistry,” will be presented by Donald Bergstrom, professor emeritus, Department of Medical Chemistry and Molecular Pharmacology, Purdue University, on Friday, October 16 at 3:00PM in ChemSci 101.

HEALTH, WELLNESS & SPORTS

Copper Country Track Club Glow Run

The Copper Country Track Club Glow Run is Saturday, October 17 at the Tech Trails, main trailhead off of Sharon Ave (ski stadium). The race start at 8:00PM with 3K and 6K distances (one or 2 laps of the course). It is $5 to register per person, glow in the dark wristbands and glow sticks are included.

Race day registration/check in starts at 7:00PM or you can pre-register using Google Form. For more information email Brent.

Awards are given to the top male and female in the 6K. There are no other official results. The course will be flat and good footing (no Hairpin or other lower loops). If you attend and are not a pass holder, consider donating to the Tech Trails.

Upcoming Intramural Events

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Cardboard Boats Shuttle Available

Homecoming Tailgate

Join us for our Homecoming Tailgate from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday on the Upper Soccer Field. Show your support for the Huskies, enjoy free food and lots of fun. The event is free for everyone with a student ID or a Homecoming Football Game ticket. Kickoff for the Homecoming game against Northwood is at 1 p.m. at Sherman Field. Menu includes a BBQ sandwich bar, BBQ Beef, Pulled Pork, Chicken Tinga, cookies, lemonade, hot chocolate and more. Alcohol will be available for purchase—bring your ID. Sponsored by University Dining Services. Additional support provided by Athletics, Family Weekend, Alumni Relations and Student Activities.

Khana Khazana Serving Iranian Cuisine

• October 16- Hawaia. (Cramy Potato Salad, Huli Huli Chicken, Fresh Corn Tomato Salad)
• October 23- Middle Eastern (Felafel, Shwarma, Warbat)
• October 30-  Thai
• Nov 6- Moroccan

What is a Violapalooza?

Lollapalooza with violas? Picture a host of young Kurt Cobains with violins. Playing classical music. And, instead of Nirvana, we’ll have the stars of the Keweenaw Symphony Orchestra, special guest artists, along with the emerging, talented violists of the Keweenaw region-all on stage together at the Rozsa! What is a viola you ask? According to Wikipedia: “The viola is a bowed string instrument that is slightly larger than a violin, with a lower and deeper sound.” The KSO’s Violapalooza this Saturday will feature many, many violas! Want to learn more? Come to the 4th Keweenaw String Festival this Saturday, October 10, 2015 at 7:30 PM, at the Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts, and find out!

CAMPUS NEWS

Domestic Violence Awareness Fundraiser

October is Dating and Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The Women’s Programming Committee will be giving out awareness ribbons and taking donations for a local shelter that provide support for victims of Dating and Domestic Violence. They will be set up outside of the MUB so feel free to stop by and show your support.

Friday, October 9 at 12:00-3:00PM, MUB Circle

Dining Services Seeks Student Feedback

Have you eaten in the Memorial Union Food Court, or another campus retail dining outlet this semester? If so, Dining Services would like your feedback on your experience. Please tell us about your experience by taking our online survey HERE. All comments are very much appreciated, and will help us improve our products and services.

Used Bikes and Kayaks Available for Purchase at the OAP

The Outdoor Adventure Program at 207 East Street is upgrading bikes and kayaks, which means gently used equipment for sale! They will be selling the following items:

• 2014 29″ Trek Fuel EX7 Full Suspension ($1200)
• Trek EX Caliber 9 Hardtail ($500)
• We have a limited number of bikes and sizes available.
• Widerness Systems Pungo 12ft.($150-$400) recreational kayaks

They will begin taking non-refundable deposits on Tuesday, October 6, 2015 at noon upon opening of the rental center.  A 50% deposit is required to hold the item, with the balance due on or before October 16. All items will be available for pick up after the season, October 16, 2015.

Items are available on a first come first served basis. Items are available for your inspection at the OAP Monday-Thursday, 12-5 PM, unless rented out. 

REMINDER: Flu Vaccine Clinics Announced

Portage Health will offer four flu vaccine clinics on campus this fall. The vaccine is by injection at a cost of $30 payable at the time of service. Cash, check or credit card will be accepted. Shots will be administered on a first-come, first-served basis; no appointment is necessary. Employees, retirees, family members and students are welcome to attend one of the flu clinics. Anyone under the age of 18 cannot be vaccinated without parental permission. A spouse and/or child may attend without the employee. Be prepared to show a picture ID and insurance card. If you are insured by Michigan Tech’s Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM) health plan, your vaccine is free of charge and will be billed to insurance if you present your BCBSM member ID card at the time of service. This does not include retirees that have Blue Cross insurance through MPSERS. Students with Michigan Tech’s United Health Care (UHC) student health plan can also have their vaccine billed to insurance with their UHC member ID card. The flu clinics are as follows: From noon to 4 p.m. October 21 during the Health Fair in the Memorial Union Isle Royale Ballroom. The will also be three additional clinics held in the Memorial Union Building:

• 4-7 p.m. October 28, in MUB Ballroom A1
• 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. October 30, MUB Ballroom B
• 4-7 p.m. November 3, MUB Ballroom B

Spirit Friday Sale at the Campus Bookstore

 MEETINGS, INFO SESSIONS & WORKSHOPS

Announcing Fall 2015 HuskyLEAD Series

Information Session- Summer Study Abroad Program in Senegal, West Africa

Join us on Monday, October 12 at 5:00 PM in M&M 722 to learn about courses, internships, and immersion experiences in Senegal offered through the Dakar Institute! Learn side-by-side with Senegalese peers in and out of the classroom. Study with African Studies scholars in a variety of disciplines. Come hear from Drs. Ibra Sene (President) and Barrel Gueye (Admissions Director) of the Dakar Institute. Event sponsored by the Pavlis Honors College

Peace Corp Information Session

Join us for an information session on Tuesday, October 13 at 5:00 PM in MUB Ballroom A1. For more information, please contact Brett Heimann at 312-353-8680 or email bheimann@peacecorps.gov

Info Session for Study Abraod – Summer 2016

Information Session: 5-6PM in AOB 201 Tuesday October 6 Wednesday October 14 Thursday, November 5 Wednesday, November 11 For more informauon contact Prof. Steven Walton at sawalton@mtu.edu or call 906-487-3272.

Waino Wahtera Center for Student Success – Academic Success Workshops: Fall 2015

Do you ever feel like you know the course material but can’t translate it to a successful exam grade? Learn effective preparation and test taking strategies. Come to MUB Ballroom B on October 13 at 5:00 PM for Testing, testing: 1, 2, 3, 4. For more information please contact Tori Connors at tconnors@mtu.edu

Railroad Engineering and Activities Second General Business Meeting

The Railroad Engineering and Activities will be having our second General Business Meeting of the semester on Tuesday (10/13) at 7:00 PM in Fisher 131. Club members that had internships over the summer will be sharing how they spent their time working in the rail industry. We will also be providing tips and tricks on how to build a good resume (just in time for Rail Day Expo). If you are interested in learning more about the club and our upcoming events, please stop in!

All majors are welcome to join us! FREE subs and pop!

Also, be on the lookout for Rail Night ticket sales around campus… The tickets are free and the event is a great networking opportunity!

COMMUNITY EVENTS

Community Outdoor Nature Programs for Families

Community Outdoor Nature Programs for Families are free and open to the public. Below are the upcoming sessions. 7:30 -11:00AM, Saturday—Trapping and observations of birds and small mammals, with Jesse Knowlton and Dan Haskell (SFRES). Find out what lives at the Marsin Nature Area. The Keweenaw Land Trust is looking for citizen scientists (no experience necessary) to help document observations of birds, small mammals, and other wildlife on the property. Guided hikes will leave the Retreat at 8 a.m., rain or shine. 6-7:30 PM., Monday—Making Apple Cider (bring your own apples and jugs to take home) with Chris Hohnholt (SFRES), at Nara Nature Center. What to Bring: Dress for the weather and wear good walking shoes. This program is funded by the Michigan Association of Environmental Professionals and coordinated by the Western U.P. Center for Science, Math and Environmental Education and the Michigan Tech Center for Science and Environmental Outreach. For more information, call 7-3341.

City of Houghton Night Parking Ban Begins November 1

The following is a description of our city ordinance concerning winter parking. This is pertinent information for the students.

Chapter 82 Sec. 82-68. Restricted times, locations.

It shall be unlawful for any person to stand or park a vehicle, or to cause to permit a vehicle to be parked or left unattended between the hours of 2:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. of any day on any of the streets or highways of the city, or in any city parking facility, during the period from November 1 through April 30. It shall be unlawful to park on Shelden Avenue from 2:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. on any day of the year. (Ord. No. 104, ‘ 8.25, 7-10-1996) Vehicles left during the restricted hours will be ticketed and may be towed during snow removal or road maintenance. Persons are allowed to park vehicles on a lawn or side yard when no other parking area is available during the period from November 1 through April 30 only. Parking on lawns and side yards during the period from May 1 through October 31 is prohibited.

For a full listing of our city ordinances, please visit: http://cityofhoughton.com/info-zoning.php

 HEALTH, WELLNESS, & SPORTS

Reward Yourself with Unplug!

An instructor will lead you through guided meditation and functional movement to improve concentration, circulation, mobility and productivity. Open to all students, faculty and staff.

Here’s the schedule for remaining sessions: Oct. 15, noon-1 p.m., MUB B001 Nov. 12, noon-1 p.m., MUB B001 Dec. 3, noon-1 p.m., MUB Ballroom B1 Dec. 10, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Wads Annex

Register Now: Fall Session 2 Adult & Youth HuskiesFit Programs

​ Fall Session 2 Adult and Youth HuskiesFit Programs begin their second session within the next few weeks. Sign yourself or your Little Husky up for one of the following today!

Adult Programs – Aikido, AquaFit, Adult Dance Mix, African Dance, Belly Dance for Fitness, Adult Skating and Rape Aggression Defense.

Youth classes – Swimming, Aikido, Ballet, Creative Movement, Jazz, Tumbling, Skating and Hockey FUNdamentals.

Michigan Tech benefits-eligible employees may use TechFit and T2 dollars to pay for HuskiesFit Programs. Discounts are also available for SDC annual members and siblings attending the same program.

For more information, visit HuskiesFit Programs. Commit to be HuskiesFit!

Upcoming Intramural Events

Entry Deadlines
Ice Hockey: Thursday, October 15 @ 5:00 PM
Racquetball Doubles: Monday October 19 @ 8:00 PM
Turkey Trot: Thursday, October 22 @ 12:00 PM (Event on October 22 @ 4:30 pm)
Tennis Singles: Thursday, October 22 @ 5:00 PM
Official’s Clinics
Basketball: Sunday, October 11 @ 12:00 PM
– Meet in Multi-Purpose room Court #1
Ice Hockey Officials Meeting: Tuesday, October 13 @ 6:00 PM
– Meet in Room 237
Ice Hockey Officials Meeting: Tuesday, October 15 @ 9:30 PM
– Meet in Ice Arena

Register your team at www.imleagues.com/MTU

CAREER SERVICES

Coming to You from Career Services

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ENTERTAINMENT & ENRICHMENT

Homecoming 2015 – Tech Apocalypse, Team Registrations are Open

Khana Khazana Serving New Orleans Cuisine

This Friday’s Khana Khazana menu will feature a taste of New Orleans Cuisine in the Memorial Union Building. Serving is from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The menu includes Louisiana red beans and rice, Creole shrimp and grits and summer gumbo.

Maria’s Macho Madness

Michigan Tech’s Center for Diversity and Inclusion is hosting Maria Costa for Hispanic Heritage Month on Friday, October 2 at 7:00 PM in the DHH Ballroom. Her award winning show, Macho Men and the Women Who Love Them has sold out the Kodak theater, toured in 16 cities in 6 countries worldwide – now she is setting campuses on fire across the country with “Macho“ – having performed on over 50 campuses and now Michigan Tech!! You do not want to miss this hilarious free event. FB event page link: https://www.facebook.com/events/1889931231232288/

Film Board Presents Inside Out

This weekend, Film Board will show Inside Out, rated PG with a run time of 94 minutes. Showtimes 5:30, 8:30 and 11:30PM on Friday, 2:30, 5:30, 8:30 and 11:30 PM on Saturday and 2:30 and 5:30 PM on Sunday in Fisher 135. Tickets are $3 and all concessions are $1. Next week’s feature is Ant-Man.

COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERING

Volunteer Tutors Needed at Jeffers High School

Do you have at least one hour each week to volunteer your time to tutor and/or mentor a Jeffers High School student during the fall/spring semester? Jeffers High School 7th – 12th students will be scheduled to meet with you during the day or after school in accordance with your MTU class schedule. For more information, please contact: Trish Sherman, Jeffers High School Guidance Counselor at 906-482-0599 ext.2126 or email, shermant@adams.k12.mi.us

MEETINGS & SESSIONS

Attend the 2015 Success Summit

The 2015 Success Summit offers an exciting array of sessions related to career development, self-management, leadership and academic success! Join us on October 3, 2015 from 10:00 AM-3:00 PM for conference style sessions including:  Creating healthy and satisfying meals on a budget.  The skills, habits and tendencies of a successful “modern” leader.  An insider’s habits and tips for excelling in your math classes.  A panel discussion with Q&A opportunities with young alumni. In total, there will be 3 presentation times with 12 unique sessions to choose from. This opportunity is open to all Michigan Tech students, but registration is limited to the first 125. Registration is located at: http://goo.gl/forms/WQC2XU0M6e . Lunch will be provided.

DoD Career Opportunities Info Session

Opportunities are waiting for you, as a part of one of America’s largest, oldest and most successful employers! Please join representatives from the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) at our Information Session on Monday, September 28th to learn more about civilian careers and scholarships with the DoD! Who: Civilian representatives from the Department of Defense & YOU! What: Department of Defense Career Opportunities Information Session When: Monday, September 28th at 4 p.m. (The day prior to the Fall 2014 Career Fair) Where: Chemical Sciences and Engineering Building – Room 101 In the Department of Defense, nearly 800,000 civilian employees in more than 700 occupations play the important role of providing support to keep our Armed Services equipped and supplied for their vital mission. In locations world-wide, civilians perform jobs in engineering, science, procurement, IT, intelligence analysis, accounting, auditing, human resources, advanced research, security, transportation, supply chain management, maintenance, and many other fields! There’s a world of possibilities waiting for you; come help ensure American’s security today! To learn more about DoD civilian careers, how to begin your Federal job search, and resources/scholarships that are available to students, we encourage you to attend this info session! If you are unable to join us, stop by our booth at the Fall 2015 Career Fair! Please do not hesitate to contact Michigan Tech’s on-campus DoD recruiter, Ms. Kaila Pietila, for any additional information. Ms. Pietila can be reached at kaila.pietila.civ@mail.mil, kspietil@mtu.edu or by stopping by the Career Services Department in Room 220 of the Administration Building.

Quiz Bowl Club Meeting

The Quiz Bowl Club is beginning its weekly matches, they will be held at 7 PM every Wednesday in Chem Sci 104A. Join us for some fun trivia as we practice for our debut on the national tournament scene!

Democratic Debate Viewing

Come join us to watch the democratic nominees debate live in EERC 103, time TBD. Community members and students are welcome to attend. Learn more about the candidates and connect with other like-minded folks in the area! Bring your own food and non-alcoholic drinks to enjoy! Feel free to bring promotion items, swag, bumper stickers, signs, etc. supporting your favorite candidate to share with others.

HEALTH, WELLNESS & SPORTS

Baseball Club Hosting GVSU at Home

The Baseball Club at Michigan Tech will be hosting GVSU at our home field in Kearsarge in a double header starting at 12:00 pm on September 26th, and a single game starting at 10:00 AM on September 27. The field is located at the intersection of School St. and Church St. in Kearsarge.

Pi Mile, a 5k to Support the UP Food Bank

The Triangle Fraternity is hosting a 5k Walk/Run on October 4 at 10:00 AM and proceeds support the UP Food Bank. At the end of the 5k you will get a chance to pie a Triangle Fraternity Brother and Alpha Gamma Delta will be selling homemade pies. You can also win pies as prizes for doing well in the 5k. Registration is $10 online or $15 at the event. You can register at pimile.mtutriangle.org For more information please visit the Facebook Page.

MTEFCU Members Save with Select HuskiesFit Programs

​For more information, visit HuskiesFit MTEFCU discounts.

Upcoming Intramural Events

CAREER SERVICES

Coming to You from Career Services

Women’s Career Fair Attire – FREE

DID YOU KNOW?

Mind Trekkers Travels All Over the States

Are you interested in traveling, meeting new people, and sharing your passion for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) with K-12 students across the country?  Mind Trekkers brings hands-on, interactive demonstrations that allow students to learn about STEM concepts and career opportunities, but in a fun and upbeat atmosphere.  Mind Trekkers are a group of diverse student volunteers of varying majors and years.  We have traveled coast to coast across the country and we aren’t slowing down any time soon.  Our upcoming trips this fall include Livonia, MI, October 8-10, and Eveleth, MN, October 22-24 and we still have spots available for you to join us.  For more information check out our Facebook page and email our President Joe Kaus at jgkaus@mtu.edu to sign up today.

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ENTERTAINMENT & ENRICHMENT

Homecoming 2015 – King and Queen Nominations Open

Khana Khazana Serving Chinese Cuisine

Chinese cuisine is on the menu for Friday’s Khana Khazana in the Memorial Union Building. Serving is from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The menu features P.F. Chang’s Chicken Lettuce Wraps—seasoned ground chicken, mushroom, peas, water chestnuts and onion seasoned and served in lettuce leaves (Vegetarian version with tofu available); Chinese Grilled Chicken—Chicken, coated with honey, hoisin sauce, lemon, garlic, soy sauce and ginger and grilled to perfection; and Chinese Fried Rice— Rice, egg, carrots, peas, green onion and bean sprouts seasoned and fried.

2015 Keweenaw Color Run: Sept 20, 2015

This event is meant to bring students and community members from different backgrounds and cultures together for hours of entertainment and fitness. With the purchase of your ticket, you will receive a free T-shirt at the beginning of the event in front of the MUB. After that, you may choose whether to partake in either a 2.5k or 5k filled with more color powder than you can handle. Once the run is finished, we will be celebrating with post race food and music.

Registration cost: $15 for Tech Students, $18 for Non-Students

Register Online @ www.Keweenawcolor.eventbrite.com, or in person as scheduled below. Event will be capped at 600 Participants, so register before it is too late. All proceeds will be donated to the Barbara Kettle Gundlach Shelter in Houghton.

Saturday, Sept 19: MUB Circle
4:00PM-6:00PM: EARLY REGISTRATION, Check-in and bib pick-up

Sunday, Sept 20: MUB Circle
8:00AM-9:30AM: Registration, Check in & Bib Pickup
10:00AM: Run/Walk Start
10:00AM-1:00PM: Festivities at the Finish Line
11:20AM: Raffle Announcement, must be present to win

St. Al’s Barn Dance Open to the Public

Everyone is welcome to the Barn Dance on September 25 from 8:00 PM – 12:00 AM at the Chassell Pavilion. Dance lessons begin at 8:00 PM and the dance begins at 9:00 PM.

For more information please contact Rachelle at rmwiegan@mtu.edu or Richard at richard.fitzpatrick@focus.org

The Rozsa Gallery Transformed: Project Learning Lab Introduces Two New Art Spaces

Michigan Tech’s Rozsa Center and The Department of Visual and Performing Arts announces Project Learning Lab, an innovative arts classroom for Michigan Tech students and the community.

Project Learning Lab turns the Rozsa Gallery into two spaces: A professional gallery, A-Space, which presents its first professional exhibition from September 25 – November 14, Senses of Land; and gallery b: An active learning classroom, gallery b, is a cutting-edge Visual Arts experiment that takes place within the Rozsa gallery. There will be an opening reception and gallery discussion in A-Space for Senses of Land from 6:00 – 7:00 PM on October 10.

Project Learning Lab is open M-F, 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM., and on Saturdays from 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM. It is free and open to the public.

Dr. Henry Pollack’s Lecture and Multimedia installation A World Without Ice

Michigan Technological University’s Rozsa Center in collaboration with The Department of Visual and Performing Arts, The Provost’s Office, and The Great Lakes Research Center present Dr. Henry Pollack’s lecture and multimedia installation A World Without Ice. The lecture will take place on Thursday, September 24, at 7:30 PM at the Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts. The lecture is free, but due to limited seating reserved tickets are required.

The multimedia installation will take place in the McArdle Theatre, on the second floor of the Walker Center, on Friday, Sept. 25 – Tuesday, September 29, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM daily. The installation is free, and open to the public, tickets are not required. A variety of additional lectures, classes, and campus forums will also take place as a part of this event, including a panel lecture and discussion at the Forestry Friday Forum in the Forestry Building, on Friday September 25th, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Film Board Showing Jurassic World

NOSOTROS Hosting Salsa Lessons

Nosotros is hosting free dance lessons on Saturday, September 19 from 8:00 – 11:00 PM in MUB Ballroom A. No partner needed and open to all levels.

For more information please contact Anika at akuczyns@mtu.edu

MEETINGS

Student Commission Meetings

Ever notice something about Michigan Tech that could be improved? Have you had a great idea that would have a positive effect on other students?

If yes, you are invited and encouraged to join us at the Student Commission meetings. We look to break down the barriers that impede student’s success, and to improve Michigan Tech’s campus environment.

You’ll get the chance to have your ideas heard by staff, faculty, university officials, and most importantly other students. We work together to act on your idea and make changes. Past accomplishments of the Student Commission include:

• Female Business Attire – Supported the initiative to sell female business attire at the Campus Bookstore.
• Library Services – Staff from the Library regularly attend meetings to request input about their services. If possible they implement ideas/suggestions.
• Transportation Services/Facilities Management Updates – Facilities Management is regularly invited to the Student Commission to provide updates, information, and answer any questions the group may have.
• Tobacco, Smoke, Vapor Free Campus – The tobacco free campus policy was instituted in the 2013-14. The policy was revised to include vapor in January 2015.
• Water Bottle Filling Stations – 18 buildings have water bottle filling stations.
• Shuttle Service – Collaboration with Facilities Management to improve shuttle service for students
• Student Commission Website – a website has been created http://www.mtu.edu/student-affairs/administration/vp/committees/student-commission/
• USG and GSG Chairs – The Vice Presidents from USG and GSG will co-chair meetings with the Vice President for Student Affairs
• Services in Dining Halls – Addressed and resolved issues of services available in dining halls
• Sustainability on Campus – Recycling continues to be improved and expanded on campus
• Value Statement
• Relocation of Broomball Rinks
• Designated Memorial Garden
• Princess Point Rehab and Upgrade
• Experience Tech Fee Initiative

Anyone is welcome to attend upcoming meetings.

Please check out the Student Commission website for more information. http://www.mtu.edu/student-affairs/administration/vp/committees/student-commission/

2015 Fall Meeting Dates
• Thursday, September 24, 2015, 2:00 pm, MUB, Ballroom B2&B3
• Thursday, October 8, 2015, 2:00 pm, MUB, Ballroom A1
• Thursday, October 22, 2015, 2:00 pm MUB, Ballroom B2&B3
• Thursday, November 12, 2015, 2:00 pm, MUB, MUB, Ballroom B2&B3
• Thursday, December 10, 2015, 2:00 pm. MUB, MUB, Ballroom B2&B3

WORKSHOPS & FAIRS

Academic Success Workshops Hosted by Waino Wahtera Center for Student Success

All sessions are at 5:00 PM in the Memorial Union Building

September 22 (MUB Alumni Lounge)
Testing, testing: 1, 2, 3, 4
Do you ever feel like you know the course material but can’t translate it to a successful exam grade?
Learn effective preparation and test taking strategies.

Study Abroad Fair

Study Abroad Fair takes place Wednesday, September 23, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM in Fisher Hall lobby. You can speak with study abroad program reps, study abroad alumni, and exchange students. to learn more about our 150 + locations. The first 30 students who attend the fair will receive a FREE passport photo courtesy of Michigan Tech International Programs and Services!!

 HEALTH, WELLNESS & SPORTS

Unplug with Meditation Practices

Take a breather from studying and de-stress for 20 minutes. The next Unplug session will be on Thursday, September 24 from 6:30 – 7:30 PM at the Wads Annex (ground floor near the WMTU office.)

For more information on the Unplug series contact Whitney Boroski at 906.487.2560.

Upcoming Intramural Events

CAREER SERVICES

Coming to You from Career Services

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Cashiers/Financial Aid Services Unavailable on Friday, 9/18

In observance of Marie Ryding’s funeral on Friday, September 18, the Student Financial Services staff will be unavailable. Although no cashiering, billing or financial aid transactions can be processed, there will be other Student Affairs and Advancement staff on hand for general inquiries.

USG First Year Representative Nominations Now Open

Nominations for your 2015-2016 Undergraduate Student Government (USG) First Year Representatives are now available! Please click HERE to nominate fellow classmates or yourself for the position of First Year Representative on the USG body.

Nomination period ends at 9:00 PM September 23, 2015. Don’t let this opportunity to select your future leaders pass you by. Additional information will be provided after you submit your nomination.

THE MICHIGAN TECH LODE STUDENT NEWSPAPER

Click the link to see your student newspaper’s first issue of the year!

http://issuu.com/michigantechlode/docs/09_10_2015

ENTERTAINMENT & ENRICHMENT

Film Board Showing Avengers: Age of Ultron

This weekend (9/11 – 9/13), Film Board will be showing Avengers: Age of Ultron in Fisher 135.

Showtimes:
Friday, Sept. 11 – 5:30, 8:30, 11:30
Saturday, Sept. 12 – 2:30, 5:30, 8:30, 11:30
Sunday, Sept. 13 – 2:30, 5:30
Tickets are $3, concessions are $1 each.

Next week is Jurassic World.

New Zealand Earth and Environmental Study Abroad Info Session

On Monday, September 14 from 5PM-6PM in the MUB Ballroom A2, Pavlis Honors Institute will host a New Zealand Earth and Environmental Study Abroad Info Session.

Frontiers Abroad offers field and research intensive study abroad programs for geology, biology, and environmental science students. Our programs combine a six-week field camp with a campus semester at the University of Canterbury, New Zealand. Central to the program is a research methods course which incorporates data collected during field camp into a semester research project.This course is offered only for Frontiers Abroad students. To learn more about the program please come to the informational session. Summer programs also available.

For more information please contact Kari Henquinet at kbhenqui@mtu.edu.

Free Bus Shuttles to K-Day

Today from Noon – 4:00 the annual K-Day event will take place at McLain State Park. Student Organizations will be showcasing what they have to offer so this is a great opportunity to join an org. or two! There will also be complimentary food and refreshments.

Free bus shuttles will be leaving every half hour from the MUB bus stop starting at 11:30 AM.

Parade of Nations Chicago Getaway Giveaway

PON is giving away a two night stay to Chicago for a family of 4! The package includes round trip airfare from CMX Airport (Hancock), hotel accommodations, and Chicago GOCards (3 attractions).
All you need to do is make a poster that says, “I Heart PON,” and hold it high on the parade route on Saturday, September 19, 11:00 AM. Look for the blue “love bug” to receive your ticket to be entered into the giveaway.
You must be present at the Multicultural Festival at 1:00 PM to win.

Constitution Day Activities

There will also be a display of Constitution related holdings in the main hall of the J. Robert Van Pelt and John and Ruanne Opie Library.

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Annual Poster Sale Hosted by MUB Board

The annual poster sale starts next week! Check it out in the MUB Basement every day from 9 am – 5 pm. 

Those blank walls gotcha down? Have no fear, the Annual Poster Sale is here!

The selection of posters is huge! Get a poster of your favorite characters from TV Shows like The Walking Dead, Doctor Who, Parks and Recreation, Game of Thrones, Sherlock, Breaking Bad, and so much more! For the sports fans out there, check out the variety of materials from the NFL, NBA, MLB, etc! Feeling like you need to recreate the Louvre in your room? Poster versions of famous paintings can help you start your own curated collection!

Make sure to stop by and check out everything there!

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NOSOTROS Hosting Salsa Lessons

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CAMPUS NEWS

 

Watch the Republican Presidential Debates

WEDNESDAY, September 16

Room 139 Fisher Hall

6:00 PM  First Round:  Perry, Santorum, Jindal, Pataki, Graham

8:00 PM  Second Round:  Trump, Bush, Walker, Huckabee, Carson Cruz, Rubio Paul Christie, Kasich, and Fiorina

Sponsored by the College Republicans at MTU

HEALTH, WELLNESS, AND SPORTS

HuskiesFit Adult Programs

​Change up your fitness routine or get started with a new one – get HuskiesFit!

HuskiesFit Programs offers a wide variety of classes to suit your needs and interest. They’re also a great way to introduce your Little Husky to a lifetime of health and wellness – and they’re fun too! Check out these great classes starting as early as next week!

Adult Programs
Adult Skating Workshop – For the beginner through intermediate adult ice skater.

African Dance – A combination of rigorous steps and routines from across the African continent accompanied by contemporary Afro-pop beats.

Belly Dance – Shake, shimmy and roll in this energetic cabaret-style belly dance class.

RAD – Master self-defense tactics and safety techniques in this comprehensive course designed specifically for women.

Adult Dance Mix – Get in the groove and try a dance class! Workshops on ballet, jazz, belly dance and more will be offered throughout the semester. See web site for detailed schedule.

Youth Programs
Tumbling

Dance – Grab a pair of ballet slippers or jazz shoes and get ready to dance! Currently offered: Ballet, Creative Movement and Jazz.

Aikido – A great way for children and teens to gain confidence, practice focus and concentration, and learn non-violent strategies for self-defense.

Swimming – It’s never to early – or to late – to learn to swim! Classes are available for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. Group swim classes are available in six levels, ranging from introductory, fundamental, and stroke development to refinement and fitness swimming.

Skating – Lessons that teach the fundamentals by age group, preschool (3-5 years) and basic (ages 6 and up).

Registration is now open for the fall session. Employees may use their TechFit benefit for HuskiesFit Programs. SDC membership discounts and sibling discounts are also available.

For complete class information, schedules and more, visit HuskiesFitPrograms.

Commit to be HuskiesFit this fall!

Upcoming Intramural Events

MEETINGS

WMTU 91.9 Hosting DJ Signups

CAREER SERVICES

Coming to You From Career Services

DID YOU KNOW?

Michigan Tech’s Outdoor Adventure Program Rents Gear

ENTERTAINMENT & ENRICHMENT

Welcome Week Concert Featuring Dean Alexander

Come finish out Welcome Week with a night of live country music outside on Walker Lawn! Admission is free and open to everyone.

Music was the driving force that would soon pull Alexander to Nashville, where he moved in 2006 with nothing, not knowing anyone. And now, music is his life: He’s in the studio working on a debut full-length for Elektra Nashville. And Alexander still can’t quite believe his luck. Or maybe, as you’re bound to conclude once you hear Alexander’s heartfelt, comforting, and deeply country sound, just inevitable.

Check out his music video for “Live a Little” here: https://goo.gl/IugxEl
Follow him on Facebook here: https://goo.gl/H6wHJo

Film Board Showing Mad Max: Fury Road

Free Salsa Lessons with NOSOTROS

CAREER SERVICES

Coming to YOU from Career Services

General Motors is Coming to Michigan Tech

CAMPUS NEWS

BlizzFeed, News You Can Use

To be sure you don’t miss an opportunity that could set your course over the next few years, we’re hosting Blizzfeed Class Meetings—News You Can Use—for first years, second/third years, and seniors (and beyond). In addition to getting great information, by attending you’ll have a chance to win free stuff like a Fast Pass that will get you to the front of the line at the Career Fair, and a chance to watch Michigan Tech play Northern from the President’s Box in the Ice Area.
1st Year Students—Orientation Pulse: 8 More Things You Need to Know About College. Like Now.
Sunday, September 13 6:00 PM or Tuesday, September 15, 6:00 PM, Rozsa Center
2nd and 3rd Year Students—Les Cook’s Guide to Maximizing Your Potential #tenacity
Wednesday, September 16, 6:00 PM or 7:30 PM, Fisher 135

Seniors and Beyond— Will Life After Tech be Like a Hunger Games Adventure?
Wednesday, September 9, 6:00 PM, Fisher 135

Constitution Day Activities

Constitution Day Essay Contest

As part of the Constitution Day Celebration, there will be an essay contest for students with three prizes of campus bookstore gift cards in the amounts of $100, $75, and $50.

Essays should be sent as attached Word or PDF files to hthiner@mtu.edu by noon on Thursday, September 10. An essay of no more than 500 words on the following topic:
…………………………………………………………………..

* The Mass Surveillance Debate: National Security v. Privacy*

How does your understanding of the Constitution, particularly the First and
Fourth Amendment, apply to the question of whether the Government may
conduct mass surveillance of email and other electronic communications. It
is well established that the government may get a warrant to intercept and
store a specific individual’s information, but the question facing the
country and the courts is whether or not governmental agencies such as the
NSA should be allowed to intercept and store private citizen emails on a
massive scale without a specific court order/warrant for current or future
use. Issues you might consider addressing include: Are there times when
such a practice would be acceptable and times when it should not? What is
the value of privacy – that is why might individuals who are not “doing
anything wrong” want to keep their electronic communications private from
governmental oversight? Do the Fourth and/or Fourteenth Amendment to the
Constitution guarantee individuals a right to private electronic
communications? Should officials need to get approval from congress or a
special court to conduct electronic surveillance on a large scale?

Most importantly, whether or not you think the Constitution allows for
warrantless mass collection of electronic communications, what do you think
is the best policy on this issue that would balance the need for national
security and individual privacy.

HEALTH, WELLNESS & SPORTS

Upcoming Intramural Events

Change up your fitness routine and get HuskiesFit!

THE MICHIGAN TECH LODE STUDENT NEWSPAPER

http://issuu.com/michigantechlode/docs/final_10012015

STUDENT ORGANIZATION NEWS

Re-registration is Due TODAY (10/2/) at 5:00 PM

Registered Student Organization Re-registration includes:  Completion of the RSO Checklist, Advisors & Presidents RSO online Canvas training, and an online re-registration through Involvement Link.  The Checklist also states that you must update your officers and roster on Involvement Link, update your inventory list, and obtain your advisor(s) signature.  If you have any questions, call Maryann in Student Activities at 906-487-2402 or email mawilcox@mtu.edu.

ENTERTAINMENT & ENRICHMENT

Homecoming 2015 – Events Schedule

Sunday, October 4

• Pi Mile 5k hosted by Triangle – Walker Lawn, 10:00AM – Register here: http://pimile.mtutriangle.org/

• Soccer vs. Malone – 12:00PM, Sherman Field

• Kickball Tournament – Fields 1-4, 2:00-4:00PM • Window Painting – SDC, 4:00-6:00PM

Monday, October 5

• Outdoor Movie – World War Z – Walker Lawn, 9:00PM

Tuesday, October 6

• Water Balloon Dodgeball & Tug-of-War– Walker Lawn, 4:00PM

Wednesday, October 7

• Spotlight Night – Homecoming Talent Show – 8:00PM, MUB Ballroom A

Thursday, October 8

• Trails Relay – Tech Trails, 4:30PM

• Homecoming Court Dinner – Great Lakes Research Center 202, 6:00PM

Friday, October 9

• Cardboard Boat Races – Houghton Waterfront Park, 4:00PM

• Volleyball vs. Walsh – 5:00PM, Varsity Gym

• Hockey vs. Laurentian – 7:00PM, MacInnes Ice Arena

Saturday, October 10

• SWEat Homecoming Spirit Sprint – A 5k for charity – Walker Lawn, 9:00AM – Register here: swe.students.mtu.edu

• Homecoming Tailgate – Upper Soccer Field, 11:00AM-1:00PM

• Football vs. Northwood – Sherman Field, 1:00PM

• Volleyball vs. Malone – 4:00PM, Varsity Gym

• Hockey vs. Laurentian – 7:00PM, MacInnes Ice Arena

• Midwest Dueling Pianos – MUB Ballroom, 8:00-11:00PM

#mtuhomecoming

MUB Board Hosting Spotlight Night

Show us your talents at this years Spotlight Night on Wednesday, October 7 at 8:00PM in the MUB Ballroom! Spotlight Night is an annual talent show started last year to celebrate Homecoming week! Earn homecoming points by either taking part in the event or by coming to enjoy the show!

We have a special emcee this year, comedian Michael Harrison! Michael’s natural talent and infectious energy has supplied him with a strong following all over North America. He has earned glowing reviews for his festival appearances in New York, Las Vegas, Sudbury and Calgary. Michael came in 1st place at the Hamilton Great Canadian Laugh Off and was featured in his own national comedy special on the Comedy Network!

Register to perform at https://goo.gl/OTUk4G.

See all the fun we had last year:  [youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dc3_21igAYQ&list=PLXc–XSLK3xS0aeIJ9I57UvL0UlZAX8LE[/youtube]

#mtuhomecoming

Khana Khazana Serving Indian Cuisine

The second dish is Chicken Tawa Fry for non-vegetarians and Masala Chole for vegetarians. Masala Chole is made of chickpeas, tomatoes, spices, and many other ingredients that makes a perfect texture and tastes delicious. Chicken Tawa Fry is a very common dish which is made of Boneless Chicken with spices and yogurt and is deep fried. Both the dishes are garnished with Cilantro, onions, and lemon. Serving is from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM in the MUB Food Court. The whole meal is $8 and includes a fountain soda or $2.50 for each item.

Mont Ripley Chair Lift Color Tour

Mont Ripley is hosting a chair lift fall colors tour on October 2-4 and October 9-11. The times are 3:00 PM to dusk on Fridays and 10:00 AM to dusk on Saturdays and Sundays. Cost is $5 for adults, $4 for MTU students, and free for children under 12. Proceeds benefit the Mont Ripley Ski Patrol and the Mont Ripley Race Team.

Husky FAN Spaghetti Dinner Sunday

A Spaghetti Dinner is being held to raise money and donations for HuskyFAN, an organization on campus working to reduce the stress of food insecurity at Michigan Tech. For more information find the event on Facebook. The Spaghetti Philanthropy Dinner will be held from 4 – 6 p.m. Sunday at St. Albert the Great. Organizers ask those attending bring a non perishable food, personal item or monetary donation. Did you know that in a survey this past spring, 26 percent of students responded yes to the question: “In the last 30 days, were you every hungry but did not eat because you couldn’t find food?” As a result of this survey, the Husky Food Access Network (Husky FAN) was created. A food pantry is now accessible in the basement of the Hamar House and other resources are available by visiting here.

Choirs, Wind Symphony and Jazz, Oh My!

A Musical Samper will whet your eclectic musical taste buds! Ever wonder what the choirs at Michigan Tech sound like? Want to mash up an evening of Jazz and Wind Symphony? This Saturday night at the Rozsa, you have your chance to sample a bit of each all in one evening: Michigan Technological University’s Department of Visual and Performing Arts presents A Musical Sampler, a celebration of music at Michigan Tech.  The concert will feature the Jazz Lab Band, the Superior Wind Symphony, Concert Choir, conScience, and the jazz ensemble AstroSax. The show will be at the Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts on Saturday, October 3, at 7:30 PM.

Rozsa October Events

For tickets or more details, or if this image fails to load, please visit www.rozsa.mtu.edu.

Film Board Presents Ant-Man

This weekend, Film Board will show “Ant-Man” rated PG-13
with a runtime of 117 min. Showtimes 5:30, 8:30 and 11:30 p.m. today, 2:30, 5:30, 8:30 and 11:30 p.m. tomorrow and 2:30 and 5:30 p.m. on Sunday in Fisher 135.

Tickets are $3 and all concessions are $1.

CAMPUS NEWS

Flu Vaccine Clinics Announced

Portage Health will offer four flu vaccine clinics on campus this fall. The vaccine is by injection at a cost of $30 payable at the time of service. Cash, check or credit card will be accepted. Shots will be administered on a first-come, first-served basis; no appointment is necessary. Employees, retirees, family members and students are welcome to attend one of the flu clinics. Anyone under the age of 18 cannot be vaccinated without parental permission. A spouse and/or child may attend without the employee. Be prepared to show a picture ID and insurance card. If you are insured by Michigan Tech’s Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM) health plan, your vaccine is free of charge and will be billed to insurance if you present your BCBSM member ID card at the time of service. This does not include retirees that have Blue Cross insurance through MPSERS. Students with Michigan Tech’s United Health Care (UHC) student health plan can also have their vaccine billed to insurance with their UHC member ID card. The flu clinics are as follows: From noon to 4 p.m. Oct 21 during the Health Fair in the Memorial Union Isle Royale Ballroom. The will also be three additional clinics held in the Memorial Union Building: 4-7 p.m. October 28, in MUB Ballroom A1 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. October 30, MUB Ballroom B 4-7 p.m. November 3, MUB Ballroom B

MEETINGS & WORKSHOPS

The Success Summit is TOMORROW 10/3 

We still have some spots open–you can register * here: http://goo.gl/forms/Z5Wi10wR9x.

Copyright Workshop

Who owns the copyright to my dissertation? When using an image from another work, do I need copyright permission? If I do, how much does it cost? What are the benefits of making my thesis open access? Get the answers to these and other questions at the library workshop, “Copyright and Your Thesis or Dissertation.” The workshop will examine the role U.S. copyright law plays in the thesis or dissertation writing and publishing processes. The use of copyrighted material, publishing agreements and the role of the Digital Commons @ Michigan Tech repository will be explored. The workshop begins a 1 p.m. Tuesday, in room 242 of the library. No registration is required. For questions, contact Nora Allred at nsallred@mtu.edu or 7-3208.

MBA Info Session

Come and learn about how the Tech MBA© combines business with technology and innovation in a collaborative educational setting. Admissions, faculty, and students will be available to answer questions. Wednesday, October 7, 2015 at 5:00PM, Academic Office Bldg (AOB) room 201 Please email Karen Foltz to RSVP fsfoltz@mtu.edu For more information, visit www.mba.mtu.edu

Law School Information Session

Alicia Lane, a Law School admissions representative from MSU College of Law will be visiting our campus on Monday Oct 5 from 7-8:30 pm. She will be in the MUB Room 107B fielding questions and giving students an overview of the law school admissions process as well as specific about MSU’s offerings and scholarships. Please come! This is an excellent opportunity to meet her and learn first hand what the Law School Admissions process is like and what the Law Schools are looking for. Bring your personal questions about admissions, essays, financing, preparation, the LSAT etc. This session will help you with the Law School application process no matter what school you might want to attend. She also will be buying Pizza as an inducement… so you can eat! For questions contact Susanna Peters (speters@mtu.edu)

Entrepreneurs Club Recruiting

An Entrepreneurs Club recruiting event will be at 4 p.m. tomorro in EERC 501. Students with an interest in entrepreneurship are invited to join the entrepreneurs club. The club has openings for executive roles. The meeting will be held to ascertain club programming for 2015-2016. Incubator tours, company tours, entrepreneur speaker series and film series are potential activities. However, the main function of the club is to form new ventures and to compete in business plan and elevator pitch competitions nationally, regionally and within the university (e.g., Bob Mark Elevator Pitch Competition Nov 12). Please join us for the opportunity of leadership roles and free pizzas. We are looking forward to seeing you.

11th Annual Railroad Night Event

For the next two weeks, REAC members will be “selling” tickets for the 11th Annual Railroad Night event held on October 20th in the MUB Ballroom. The night is a perfect opportunity to meet several representatives from the rail industry while getting to know more about the many opportunities the industry has to offer.

To pick up your free ticket to the event, stop by a ticket sales booth during one of the following times: Friday 10/2 – MEEM – 10 AM – 12 PM Monday 10/5 – Dillman – 10 AM – 2 PM Wednesday 10/7 – MUB – 12 PM – 2 PM Thursday 10/8 – Wadsworth – 4 PM – 6 PM Friday 10/9 – MEEM – 10 AM – 12 PM Friday 10/9 – MUB – 12 PM – 2 PM Saturday 10/10 – Wadsworth – 11 AM – 1 PM Monday 10/12 – Dillman – 10 AM – 2 PM Tuesday 10/13 – Wadsworth – 11 AM – 1 PM Wednesday 10/14 – Dow Lobby – 10 AM – 2 PM Thursday 10/15 – Wadsworth – 4 PM – 6 PM For more information on Rail Night, go to the WEBSITE.

Info Session for Studey Abraod – Summer 2016

Information Session: 5-6PM in AOB 201 Tuesday October 6 Wednesday October 14 Thursday, November 5 Wednesday, November 11 For more informauon contact Prof. Steven Walton at sawalton@mtu.edu or call 906-487-3272.

CAREER SERVICES

Coming to You from Career Services

HEALTH, WELLNESS & SPORTS

SWEat 5k Homecoming Spirit Sprint

Entry Deadlines

Official’s Clinics

ENTERTAINMENT & ENRICHMENT

Welcome Week Events 8/29-9/7

REMINDER: 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.

REMINDER: 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.

Khana Khazana Serves Mexican Food

Mexican cuisine is on the menu at Friday’s Khana Khazana Food Truck in the MUB Circle. Serving is from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM. On Friday’s menu is Pollo Borracho (drunken chicken); chicken, raisins, almonds and green olives cooked in sherry and served over basmati rice; black bean and corn salad, black beans, corn, tomato, red pepper and avocado with red wine vinegar and cilantro; and chilaquiles—a casserole of tortilla chips mixed with eggs and salsa, topped with cheese and served with re-fried beans.

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Keweenaw Color Run Seeking Volunteers

We want you to help us kick off this years Pride Week at Michigan Tech with the 2015 Keweenaw Color Run! This event is meant to bring students and community members from different backgrounds and cultures together for hours of entertainment and fitness.

The Event is on Sunday September 20th and we are expecting 600 participants to take to the streets to celebrate Fun and Fitness.

We need six Organizations to step up and provide at least six volunteers each for the event in order to sponsor a color station. We expect the six spots to fill up quickly, so if you are part of an organization that is interested, let us know as soon as possible to get a spot.

The Details:

Date: 9/20/2015
Time 9:30 till cleaned up (Around 11:45AM)
Cost: FREE if you volunteer!

What you get: Free Cookies, Free event shirts, the opportunity to throw 100’s of pounds of color powder on students and community, Volunteer hours, Satisfaction etc.  

If interested, Please email Kyle McGurk; kpmcgurk@mtu.edu with your name, organization, phone number and estimate on how many people you think will help out. If you want to help, but don’t think your organization can provide at least six people: fill out this form and we will find a role for you!

Welcome Week Concert featuring, Dean Alexander

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Upcoming Intramural Events

Husky Tae Kwon Do Club Practice

Meeting times:

• Monday, Wednesday and Friday 5:30-7:00pm ROTC Gym (room 100)
• Saturdays:  4-6pm SDC Dance Room

Our current club practice schedule can be found HERE.

We are a non-profit Student Organization, so all dues get rolled back into the club one way or another (tournament travel expenses, equipment, uniforms…).  If you have any questions please feel free to contact any time. Ms. Amber Kemppainen, amber@mtu.edu.

Come and check us out! First practice is Monday August 31! No experience needed.

Self-Defense Seminar

Dollar Days, Try a Class for $2

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.