August 11, 2026

Michigan Tech Ph.D. student Tagore Kosireddy (computer science) views artificial intelligence from dual vantages: as both a learning coach in the University’s highly acclaimed Building Adult Skills In Computing (BASIC) program at Portage Lake District Library and as a researcher.

Kosireddy, who earned his master’s degree in data science from Tech in 2025, is focusing his doctoral work in computer science with a concentration in AI. He’s advised by Assistant Professor Evan Lucas (CS). 

Kosireddy’s work with Lucas and with the Tech’s Computer Science Education Group (CS-ERG), led by Associate Professor Leo Ureel (CS), has centered his research on ways to make AI both safe and accessible.

Meet this Husky, described as a “wonderful and enthusiastic tutor” by BASIC founder and Professor Charles Wallace (CS), and learn more about his research and service in a Computing News Blog Q&A.

In an effort to streamline service and keep checkout quick and convenient, Velodrome Coffee Co. and the new MUB Grill (formerly Brkfst & Co) will be going cashless this week.

Both locations still accept Michigan Tech gift cards and major credit cards. MTU gift cards can be purchased in the Business Support Office (MUB 101) in the Memorial Union Building and the Campus Bookstore.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support of our campus dining locations.

Virginia’s WDBJ-TV7 mentioned Michigan Tech in a story about a new federal initiative aimed at strengthening the nation’s critical minerals workforce. Michigan Tech is one of 14 universities expected to benefit from the PROSPECT initiative, which will support education and workforce development in mining, minerals and related supply chain technologies. The story was picked up by MSN.

ClickOnDetroit mentioned Michigan Tech in a story about new research suggesting Great Lakes lake sturgeon may live significantly longer than previously thought. The study estimated that female lake sturgeon could live as long as 427 years.

Brkfst & Co Becoming MUB Grill

Yesterday, Aug. 10, the Brkfst & Co retail food option located in Michigan Tech’s Memorial Union Building switched brands to become the MUB Grill.

The MUB Grill is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday to better accommodate the evening hours of faculty, staff and commuter students. The menu introduces desired items such as salads, new sandwiches, boba tea and smoothies while also maintaining campus favorites. 

MUB Grill Menu Highlights:

• New drink options: boba tea, craft refreshers, tea fusion drinks, frosted fruit and bobachillers, all for $6.99 (option to customize sugar levels)

• New fresh salads: chef, chicken cobb and southwest chicken

• New grill options: grilled Reuben sandwich, quesadillas, Greek-style gyros and corn dog

• New build-your-own sandwiches

• Continuing popular menu items such as the breakfast burrito, burgers, sides and milkshakes

The MUB Grill menu will be available in the MUB and online at the Husky Eats website.

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New Casual Catering Menu Now Available

Carved and Crafted Catering at Michigan Tech is excited to announce the launch of a new pickup-only menu called Casual Catering. This new menu will offer a variety of special items ideal for smaller groups of under 25 people looking for an affordable ordering option.

The Casual Catering menu features a variety of items including:

• Breakfast buffet and individual breakfast bites
• Pastas, salads and sandwiches
• Vegetables/fruits and packs to go
• Hot entrees and nacho, taco and burrito bars
• Bakery options
• And more!

This menu offers the perfect solution for student groups or smaller campus gatherings and conveniently allows costs to be put on a department index. Orders can be picked up on the ground level of the Memorial Union Building at the designated counter of the MUB Grill.

Casual Catering Key Info:

• Ideal for groups under 25 people 
• Special menu for smaller groups
• Save on setup fees!
• Convenient pickup on campus at the MUB Grill
• Available for pickup Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. (after-hours pickup can be arranged with our team)

The Casual Catering menu launched yesterday, Aug. 10, and can be viewed on the Carved and Crafted Catering website.

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PhD Defense: Geeta Nain

Tuesday, August 11, 12–1 p.m. | Fisher Hall, 101

Atmospheric Sciences Advisor: Pengfei Xue TROPICAL CYCLONE WIND STRUCTURE FROM PARAMETRIC MODEL BIAS TO COUPLED PHYSICS AND PHYSICS-INFORMED MACHINE LEARNING Attend Virtually: https://michigantech.zoom.us/j/84793319200

Monthly HR Connect

Tuesday, August 11, 1–2 p.m.

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