July 15, 2025

Michigan Tech’s College of Sciences and Arts (CSA) welcomes Rodica Curtu as the new Department of Mathematical Sciences chair, effective July 1. Curtu comes to Michigan Tech from the University of Iowa. She earned her Ph.D. in Mathematics from the University of Pittsburgh in 2003.

“As the new chair of mathematical sciences, Curtu leads a department with a strong record of accomplishments in research and teaching,” said LaReesa Wolfenbarger, dean of the College. “I look forward to working with Rodica as she leverages her skills and experience with interdisciplinary and multi-institution research collaborations to lead the department to even greater accomplishments as MTU moves forward as an R1 institution.”

“I love working on interdisciplinary teams,” said Curtu. “In order to solve complicated problems we need to talk more with each other and share perspectives from different fields. Michigan Tech is a great place to come for that collaboration.”

Get to know Curtu at the College of Sciences and Arts Newsblog.

No matter where you are in life — just getting started or planning for retirement — a session with a financial consultant can help you create a plan for your goals. And, there's no cost for a consultation as a part of your retirement plan. You’ll get answers to these questions and more:

• Am I invested in the right mix of investments to help meet my goals?
• Am I saving enough to create the retirement income I need?
• How do I take income from my retirement account once I stop working?

Matthew Bunch from the Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association of America (TIAA) will be available on Michigan Tech's campus for one-on-one sessions from Aug. 4 through Aug. 8. MTU employees can schedule time slots with Bunch at the Lakeshore Center (Conference Room 201) and at the MUB Datolite Room (MUB 100) during his time here.

RSVP today, as space is limited. You can register for sessions with TIAA directly by logging in to your TIAA or guest account, then searching for "Michigan Tech" in the Institution field. When asked how you would like to meet, select "In Person at My Employer."

You can also register for a meeting by calling TIAA at 800-732-8353 on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET.

A Banner production system maintenance window is scheduled for July 27 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. The following production services will be unavailable during that time:

• apps.mtu.edu
• Banner
• Banner Self Service
• Degreeworks
• Experience
• MyMichiganTech
• ASPIRE
• Course Tools
• OAP Rental System
• Oracle Reports
• UC4/Appworx
• Virtual Cashiering
• WebFocus

If you have any questions or concerns, we can help. Email IT at it-help@mtu.edu or call 906-487-1111.

Job Postings for Tuesday, July 15, 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.

Academic Advisor II, ​College of Business (applicants are encouraged to apply by July 23, 2025, for ensured consideration). Apply online.

A​dministrative Aide, Business Support Center (UAW posting dates July 15 to July 21, 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.

HVAC Tech, Facilities Management (AFSCME posting dates July 15 to July 21, 2025 — external applicants are encouraged to apply; however, internal AFSCME applicants are given first consideration if they apply during the internal AFSCME posting dates). 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.

Caryn Heldt (ChE/HRI/IMP) is the principal investigator on a project that has received a $344,118 research and development grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services/National Institutes of Health.

This potential one-year project is titled "Bio Atomic Force Microscope."

The A. E. Seaman Mineral Museum was featured in a Family Destinations Guide story that highlighted the museum's impressive collection of over 25,000 specimens, including fluorescent minerals and renowned Lake Superior copper.

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102.1 WLEW-FM in Bad Axe mentioned Michigan Tech as the leader of a $7 million federally funded project to advance connected and autonomous vehicle (CAV) technology. The initiative, which focuses on energy efficiency and real-world applications, involves collaboration with General Motors, national laboratories and the American Center for Mobility.

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WLUC TV6 mentioned Michigan Tech alum Zacharias Mills ’19 (B.S. Electrical Engineering) in a story about his third-place finish in the Run the Keweenaw Carl Olson Memorial Adventure Run, a 25K race in Copper Harbor.

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