Student Affairs

Jessica came to Michigan Tech just one year ago. How time flies! She previously worked for the Houghton-Portage Township Schools for 11 years as the Secretary to the Principal in the High School Office.

Jessica feels that coming to Michigan Tech provided an opportunity for her to grow both personally and professionally. She also welcomes the professional environment and the chance to be a part of an ever-changing, future-focused community. She looks forward to continuing to work with students, parents, faculty, staff and administration to help make Michigan Tech a valuable and memorable experience for all.

Kyle’s favorite aspect of interacting with students is the opportunity it offers all of us to see the fantastic future our world is moving toward . “The students (both current and prospective) literally have HUGE dreams, and it's exciting see this.” The coolest part of the process? When they see Michigan Tech as a place that can get them the tools they need accomplish often larger than life goals.

Tara often thinks of herself as fortunate enough to be welcomed into the Michigan Tech family last year to continue her passion working with students through admissions. One of her favorite aspects of working with students is their enthusiasm and their motivation. She believes the students she works with are dedicated to their future and to Michigan Tech’s; they are motivated and enthusiastic in their studies and reaching their goals in life through education.

One thing Mike Monette enjoys about his role is the variety; he will move from fixing kitchen appliances to providing maintenance on heating and ventilation units. A resident of Houghton, Mike has been at Michigan Tech for over 30 years. Outside of work he enjoys fishing, hunting, and is an avid gardner. If you happen to catch him in a generous mood, you might get him to reveal his favorite mushroom picking spots (although, good luck with that).

One of Amy’s favorite aspects of working with the students is seeing the fear and anxiety disappear from their faces when they are reassured that things will be ok and everyone is here to help them. She also admits that talking with the student’s parents is something that she truly enjoys.

Besides being an Assistant Director in Housing and Residential Life at Tech, Joe is also the instructor for a UN1010 course and the Broomball class. 

When Joe isn't busy helping students in the residence halls or at the Broomball rinks, he also likes to snowshoe, play disc golf, grill out, and enjoy all the unique adventures the Keewenaw has to offer.

Danny really enjoys interacting with international students to help them make one of the biggest decisions of their lives—traveling from their home countries to study at Michigan Tech. He also enjoys teaming up with colleagues in various departments to walk the students through the process (from the first email or phone call to them arriving on campus). Danny is a believer that “They are amazing people to work with.“