June 13, 2025

The Michigan Tech McNair Scholars Program and Michigan College and University Partnership (MICUP) Scholars Program invite you to our Summer Undergraduate Research Symposium next Friday, June 20, from 1-4 p.m. at the Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts.

This summer's symposium showcases innovative research projects by students from across campus, including participants in McNair and MICUP, as well as the University's Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) and Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) programs.

Join us for an afternoon of engaging presentations, discussions, and a celebration of undergraduate research in diverse fields. This is a free event, open to the public. Light refreshments will be available.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Event Details:

• What: Summer Undergraduate Research Symposium
• When: Friday, June 20, from 1-4 p.m.
• Where: Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts (Lobby and Mezzanine)

Due to essential repairs to the Student Development Complex's main water line, the SDC will be closed on June 21 and June 22. As a result, University Images will also be closed during this time.

The Campus Store will remain open with adjusted weekend hours:

• Saturday, June 21, from 12-4 p.m.
• Sunday, June 22, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Can’t make it in? Shop online anytime at bookstore.mtu.edu.

University Images will reopen at 10 a.m. on June 23, and we will resume regular summer hours at that time.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support!

Ted Kearly, former Michigan Tech athletic director and head football coach, passed away on Sunday, June 8, at the age of 93. He served the University as AD for 17 years and head coach for four seasons.

Kearly guided the football team from 1969-72 and compiled a remarkable 29-7 (.806) record. During his tenure, the Huskies won three Northern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference titles and went undefeated at 6-0 in 1972.

Kearly took over as athletic director following the 1972 football season and spent 17 successful years in the position. Kearly guided the start of women's athletics into Tech's programs, founded the Michigan Tech Sports Hall of Fame, and saved the University's football program when the budget was cut by 76% in 1980.

Read more about Kearly's contributions to MTU and find a link to his full obituary at Michigan Tech Athletics.

Job Postings for Friday, June 13, 2025

Staff and faculty job descriptions are available on the Human Resources website. For more information regarding staff positions, call 906-487-2280 or email humanresources@mtu.edu. For more information regarding faculty positions, contact the academic department in which the position is posted.

​Postdoctoral Scholar, Applied Computing/Mathematical Sciences. Apply online.

​Pre-Award Manager, Sponsored Programs Office. Apply online.

​Senior Office Assistant #25154 (12 months, 40 hours), Financial Services and Operations (UAW posting dates June 13 to June 19, 2025 — external applicants are encouraged to apply; however, internal UAW applicants are given first consideration if they apply during the internal UAW posting dates). Apply online.

​Marketing Operations and Project Coordinator, University Marketing and Communications. Apply online.

Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Accommodations are available. If you require any auxiliary aids, services, or other accommodations to apply for employment, or for an interview, at Michigan Technological University, please notify the Human Resources office at 906-487-2280 or humanresources@mtu.edu.

Michigan Tech was mentioned in a story from Concentrate about the Demo Day held on June 6 at the American Center for Mobility (ACM) in Ypsilanti Township. MTU’s partnership with ACM was highlighted in the story, which also mentioned demonstrations hosted by MTU representatives at the event.

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WLUC TV6 mentioned Michigan Tech in a story about a proposed $2.4 billion state budget plan for higher education announced by Rep. Greg Markkanen.

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Progressive Railroading mentioned Michigan Tech in a story about IBM’s opening of a new Global Rail Innovation Center in Beijing. MTU was listed among the organizations with founding members on the center’s advisory board.

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PhD Defense: Kan Wang

Friday, June 13, 10–10 a.m. | H-STEM Complex, 248

Biomedical Engineering Advisor: Bruce Lee Design and Control of Reversible Adhesion: Switchable Adhesive Molecules and Electrochemical Approaches Attend Virtually: https://michigantech.zoom.us/j/2015349445

KISMA Volunteer Buckthorn Removal Event

Friday, June 13, 1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m. | Swedetown Trails trailhead and Chalet

Healthy Forests, Healthy Communities A new community-based approach to invasive species management Looking for a way to give back to your community, the environment, and protect a local recreation area? Invasive buckthorn is an environmental threat and recreational nuisance at The Swedetown Recreation Area in Calumet, and we’re looking for your help to remove it this summer! “Healthy Forests Healthy Communities” events: Every Friday1-3:30 pmJune 6 - August 15 Meet at the Swedetown Trails chaletFamily friendly and educationalTools and equipment provided