September 17, 2025

Join Michigan Tech's Homecoming tradition! This year's theme is “Where the Wild Huskies Are” and you don't want to miss three exciting events yet to come:

• Lip Sync Battle
  Thursday, Sept. 18, from 7-10 p.m.
  Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts
  Come witness the campus come alive in a spectacle of performance art sans actual singing. Student teams deliver outrageous choreography, wild costumes and playful theatrics — no vocals, just energy, creativity and sheer Husky pride. It’s a high-spirited show that’s free and guaranteed to reignite your school-day enthusiasm.

• Cardboard Boat Races
  Friday, Sept. 19, from 3-6:30 p.m.
  Boat Lineup: 3 p.m. | Races Begin: 4 p.m. (with festivities after!)
  Chassell Centennial Park (shuttles from MUB and SDC from 3-6 p.m.)
  This annual favorite brings out serious ingenuity — and playful rivalry — on the water. Student teams design and race homemade cardboard boats across the waves. With creativity and craftsmanship on full display, spectators cheer on wild creations. Some float, many sink, but all entertain! It’s a true Tech tradition of fun and community.

• Football Game and Royalty Crowning
  Saturday, Sept. 20, at 4 p.m.
  Kearly Stadium (Sherman Field)
  Cap off Homecoming weekend by cheering on the Huskies as they take on Upper Iowa. At halftime, experience a beloved tradition: the crowning of Homecoming Royalty and announcement of the cardboard boat winners. It’s a moment of nostalgia, pride and shared Husky Spirit — just the kind of tradition that brings our community together.

Why Your Presence Makes a Difference
Homecoming is more than a weekend — it’s a return to where lifelong bonds began, and where Tech’s traditions remain timeless. It’s also a chance to see the next generation in action, innovating and leading with Husky Spirit.

Get Involved and Stay Connected
Visit the Student Leadership and Involvement Homecoming page for the full gamut of Homecoming events, including:

• Full Details and Updates on Homecoming Festivities
• Events Schedule, Cardboard Boats Parking and Shuttle Info

Michigan Tech is excited to offer CyberHusky artificial intelligence training to local middle and high school students. The theme this year is "From Classroom to Community: AI-Assisted App Development for Community Engagement."

The program begins with AI-assisted coding and app development, then progresses to exploring opportunities to support local communities and small businesses, with the ultimate goal of engaging in the Presidential AI Challenge, an initiative created by the White House.

The CyberHusky program is offered free of charge and led by faculty and students from Michigan Tech's College of Computing. A total of eight 1.5-hour sessions are scheduled on Saturday evenings during the fall semester. The first session will take place this Saturday, Sept. 20, from 7-8:30 p.m. in Room 117 of Kanwal and Ann Rekhi Hall at Michigan Tech.

For more information and to apply, please visit the CyberHusky website.

Are you a Michigan Tech author looking for support for open access article processing charges (APCs)? The Van Pelt and Opie Library is committed to supporting open access efforts. As part of this commitment, the library has entered into agreements with select publishers which allow APCs to be paid for through the library’s subscriptions or which provide APC discounts.

For more information about current agreements, including eligibility requirements, please visit the newly created Library Support for APCs and Open Access Publishing guide.

The library continues to be alert to opportunities to further expand this support.

Join MTU Aquatics for WIBIT Wednesday next Wednesday, Sept. 24, from 5-8 p.m.! Test your individual skills on the course or challenge a friend to a race across the obstacles.

Current MTU students and SDC members (minimum three-month membership) participate for free! No registration is required. Show your student or member ID for admission.

Not a current student or SDC member? Purchase a WIBIT Wednesday Pass!

Receipt is required upon entry. No SDC Day Pass or Action Pass will be accepted for admission. A waiver of liability and concussion awareness form are required to be completed prior to participation. All participants under 12 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Adults must have event access (MTU student/SDC member/WIBIT Wednesday Pass holder).

Sept. 24 WIBIT Combination: Step, Bridge, V-Connect, Slope

Potential WIBIT Obstacles:

• Step — Allows users to climb up onto the course.
• Base — Users must make their way across a horizontal surface. Be careful how fast you move, as it can get slippery!
• Cliff — Users must navigate either side of a slope using the handles and their balancing skills.
• V-Connect — Users must use limited footing space to navigate across the horizontal structure.
• Bridge — Users must navigate up and over an arched structure without falling through.
• Slope — Users must climb up a six-foot wall that leads to a slide into the pool water below!

Can’t make it? Come visit us next time!

Future WIBIT Dates:

• Oct. 29 (Step, Cliff, V-Connect, Slope)
• Dec. 3 (Step, Bridge, Cliff, Slope)

Questions? Contact Aquatics Manager Annie Boyle at ambengry@mtu.edu or 906-487-2995.

See you at the pool!

Mark your calendar! Registration for Session 2 of Fall 2025 MTU Aquatics programs opens next Wednesday, Sept. 24, at 8 a.m.!

Explore our programs for all ages and abilities:

• Huskies Group Swim Lessons Parent & Child Aquatics (ages 6 months to 3 years)
• Huskies Group Swim Lessons Preschool Aquatics (ages 4-5 years)
• Huskies Group Swim Lessons Learn to Swim Levels 1-5 (ages 6-17 years)
• Huskies Swim Training (ages 6-17 years)
• Adult Huskies Swim Lessons (ages 18 and older)
• Adult Huskies Swim Training (ages 18 and older)
• Private and Semi-Private Swim Lessons

We’re excited to announce that beginning with fall 2025 program registration, we will be transitioning to a new recreation program registration system designed to better support our youth and family programming. As part of this upgrade, there is an important change to how you will register your child for youth programs.

Important Information for Parents/Guardians:
To register your child for aquatics programs this coming fall, you’ll need to:

1. Create your account.
   Note: Due to system constraints, only current students, faculty and staff may use an MTU email. All others must use or create a different email address to create an account.
2. Add your children as your affiliates (with their date of birth).
3. Register your child through their affiliate profile (profile options in top right corner), not your own, for any program with an age requirement (this ensures accurate participant info and correct age group placement).

Create your accounts early to be ready!

• Additional information on how to create your user account
• Additional information on how to create your child’s affiliate account

Thank you for your support as we make this exciting transition! We’re confident this new system will offer a more user-friendly and efficient experience for all.

Questions? Contact Aquatics Manager Annie Boyle at ambengry@mtu.edu or 906-487-2995.

See you at the pool!

The Graduate School is proud to congratulate Michigan Tech alumnus Khalid Samady, whose leadership and talent were recently recognized by the Alabama Associated General Contractors on the group's 40 Under 40 for 2025 list.

Originally from Kabul, Afghanistan, Samady's journey to Michigan Tech was made possible by a prestigious Fulbright Scholarship. His talent was recognized early in his career with Caddell Construction, and he has continued to excel since graduating with his master's degree in civil engineering.

Read about Samady's professional achievements and commitment to community on the Graduate School Newsblog.

The next Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE) Graduate Seminar speaker will present at 2 p.m tomorrow, Sept. 18, in Fisher 329.

Chloe Johnson will present "The Evolution of a Rotary Wing Experiment."

In this talk, Johnson will provide an overview of the current state of rotary-wing systems and their emerging applications. Johnson will then present a case study focused on a novel rotorcraft design, featuring a coaxial, co-rotating rotor system.

The next guest speaker of the semester in the Department of Biomedical Engineering (BioMed) Seminar Series will present on Friday, Sept. 19, at 3 p.m. in Chem Sci 102 and virtually via Zoom.

Join the BioMed Seminar on Zoom.

Taeho Kim from Michigan State University will present "Engineered Inorganic Nanoparticles as Photoacoustic Theranostics for Cancer and Inflammatory Diseases."

Read Kim's abstract and bio at the University Events Calendar.

Michigan Business Network mentioned Theresa Jacques (Registrar) in a story about the launch of the Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential’s Advisory Council on Transfer Success. Jacques was named to the council, which will guide statewide efforts to improve transfer pathways and support degree completion.

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KBBI Public Radio of Homer, Alaska, featured Michigan Tech undergraduate Lauren Fliearman (ecology and evolutionary biology) in a story about the Kachemak Bay Campus Semester by the Bay program. Fliearman discussed her interest in marine biology and her internship at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration focusing on coastal ecology and microplastics research.

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WZMQ 19 News mentioned Michigan Tech in a story about the inaugural Great Lakes Aurora Dark Sky Jamboree. The four-day festival featured a welcome reception at MTU’s Rozsa Center, along with guided hikes, astronomy workshops and dark sky viewing events across the Keweenaw.

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Virginia Tech mentioned Michigan Tech in a story about robot theater, an after-school program that uses performance to teach children about robotics and artificial intelligence. The program was conceptualized in 2015 by Myounghoom “Philart” Jean while he was attending MTU, before he launched the first robot theater program the following year.

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University Business mentioned Michigan Tech in a story about software access in higher education. The article highlighted how Tech transitioned its library of applications to a centralized delivery platform, reducing reimaging time from 24 hours to 30 minutes and expanding access for students across devices.

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Interlochen Public Radio mentioned Michigan Tech in a story about the groundbreaking of the $29 million Freshwater Research and Innovation Center in Traverse City, which aims to advance Great Lakes research and foster “blue tech” innovation.

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WLUC TV6, My UP Now, GLIAC.org and the Big Rapids Pioneer mentioned Michigan Tech football in stories about the Huskies’ No. 24 national ranking and kicker Avery Kucharski being named GLIAC Special Teams Player of the Week.

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WLUC TV6, USCHO.com, My UP Now, BVM Sports and 16 regional outlets mentioned Michigan Tech hockey in coverage of the CCHA preseason polls and awards. The Huskies were picked third in the coaches’ poll and fourth in the media poll, with forwards Stiven Sardarian and Isaac Gordon named to preseason All-CCHA teams.

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The Daily Mining Gazette mentioned Michigan Tech alum Jamey Markham ’00 (B.S. Finance) in a story about Range Bank’s leadership transition. Markham, who will become the bank’s next president and CEO, also serves on MTU’s Applied Portfolio Management Program advisory board.

Volunteers Needed for 2025 Parade of Nations

Faculty and staff are invited to volunteer for one of Michigan Tech’s longest-standing and most beloved campus traditions — the Parade of Nations, happening this Saturday, Sept. 20. Volunteering is a great way to engage with the campus and local community while supporting a celebration of global cultures.

A wide variety of volunteer roles are available, including:

• Parade support marshals
• Banner and flag carriers
• Kids Corner supervisors
• Festival floaters
• Street barricade monitors
• Chinese Dragon participants
• Setup and cleanup support

Parade lineup begins at 10 a.m., and the parade steps off at 11 a.m. from the Van Pelt and Opie Library, ending at Dee Stadium. Volunteer shifts are available throughout the day — from early-morning setup to afternoon wrap-up.

Faculty and staff can sign up to volunteer on GivePulse. A volunteer link is also available on the Parade of Nations website.

For questions, email paradeofnations@mtu.edu. You can also follow the event @mtu.paradeofnations on Instagram for the latest updates.

Help us celebrate the multicultural community that makes Michigan Tech and the Keweenaw so special.

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College of Computing Offices Closed for Retreat

The College of Computing offices (Department of Computer Science, Department of Applied Computing and the main office) will be closed in the afternoon today, Sept. 17, from 3-5 p.m. for a department retreat.

The offices will reopen tomorrow, Sept. 18, at 8 a.m.

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MTU Study Away Fair

Stop by Michigan Tech's Fall Study Away Fair tomorrow, Sept. 18, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. near the Husky Statue to learn more about the various study away opportunities available to MTU students!

International Programs and Services (IPS) will have representatives and resources available from several different study away program types and international education opportunities.

Attending the Fall Study Away Fair is a great way to gain an initial understanding of:

• Spring break and summer faculty-led programs
• Semester international exchange university partnerships
• National student exchange partnerships (U.S., Canada, Guam, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands)
• Summer research projects
• European project semester (Senior Design) partnerships
• Summer and semester programs (study, intern, research and service work) available through our partner study abroad organizations
• Study Abroad scholarship opportunities
• Modern Languages and Global Business minors
• And more!

After the fair, be sure to visit MTU Study Away to learn more and schedule an appointment to discuss how you can get started!

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Career Closet Accepting Donations

Michigan Tech's Career Closet gives away gently worn business clothing to assist students in preparing for Career Fair and other career opportunities. In order to provide as many options for students as possible, we need to secure donations of professional clothing and shoes. We will be accepting donations of new or clean, gently worn business clothing through tomorrow, Sept. 18. Donated items will be available to all Michigan Tech students at no cost.

Career Closet giveaways will take place on Friday, Sept. 19, from 12-6 p.m. and Saturday, Sept. 20, from 1-4 p.m. in Wads G04W and Wads G17/19. If you would like to volunteer at the event, please sign up through GivePulse or email huskycloset@mtu.edu.

While we will accept any new or gently used professional items, we do have some high-priority items: 

• Men’s shoes
• Men’s suit coats 
• Men’s dress shirts 
• Men’s dress pants (size 32 and smaller) 
• Ties
• Women’s size small tops
• Women’s size 0-6 dress pants
• Women’s dress shoes

Clothing may be dropped off at any of the following locations:

• College of Business
• Dean of Students Office
• Career Services 
• University Images
• Campus Bookstore
• Residential Living

Or, boxed clothing can be mailed to:

Residential Living
1701 Townsend Drive
153W Wadsworth Hall
Houghton, MI 49931

Thank you to all who have supported this effort. This event is donation and volunteer based, and we could not do it without the help and support of our Husky community.

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Seeking MTU Faculty Participants for a Research Study

Jen Shaud, a Ph.D. student in Applied Cognitive Science and Human Factors, is seeking faculty members from all colleges at MTU to participate in a study about faculty and student perceptions about disability accommodations in higher education and whether these perceptions impact student willingness to request accommodations.

Faculty members will be asked to complete a 15-minute survey and send a link to a student survey to all students in the classes that they currently teach.

The student survey will include questions for students with disabilities that ask them to share whether their perceptions about their accommodations, their perception of their classmates' attitudes about accommodations, and their perception of your feelings about accommodations contributed to their willingness to request accommodations.

This study may impact the best practices for faculty and student disability services at the beginning of each semester. It will take place during late September and October 2025.

Please complete the Perceptions Study Interest Form to indicate your willingness to participate.

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This Week's C-Cubed Luncheon Menu

Carved and Crafted Catering at Michigan Technological University is hosting the C-Cubed Luncheon for the 2025-26 academic year. C-Cubed will be held on Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Memorial Union Alumni Lounge (MUB 107). All faculty and staff, along with their guests, are invited.

Menu for Thursday, Sept. 18:

• Fajita Style Chicken Thighs (PR)
• Steak Fajita (PR)
• Portobello Fajita (VG, CF)
• Flour Tortillas (VG)
• Tortilla Soup (V, AG, PR)
• Sopapillas
• Shredded Pepper Jack Cheese (V, AG), Pico de Gallo (VG, AG), Sour
  Cream (V, AG), Cuban Black Beans (VG), Spanish Rice (VG, AG)

The C-Cubed lunch buffet menus are created and prepared by the catering culinary team. As the name suggests, the meals are meant to foster conversation, community and collegiality. Attendees may bring their lunch instead of purchasing the buffet. Fruit-infused water, coffee, tea and desserts are available free to all attendees.

The buffet lunch is $16 per person. Cash, credit cards and gift cards are accepted. Gift cards can be purchased in the Memorial Union office (MUB 101). Meals are dine-in only and personal containers/tupperware or to-go meals are not permitted.

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Nanowonder: Images of the Microscopic World Gallery Exhibit - Rozsa Art Galleries

Wednesday, September 17, 8 a.m.–7 p.m. | Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts, Rozsa Art Galleries

MICHIGAN TECH ART SERIES EVENT For centuries, humanity has been fascinated with the microscopic world. Through advancements in technology, visually investigating this hidden landscape has become increasingly possible. One of these devices, the Hitachi Scanning Electron Microscope, allows us to see the microscopic surface of things more clearly than ever before. The Art Galleries at MTU’s Rozsa Center are proudly hosting a juried exhibition of photographs taken by the Hitachi SEM during its residency at Michigan Tech. Titled Nanowonder, this exhibition is truly collaborative and emphasizes how powerful the relationship between science and the arts can be. See beyond the surface of your stuff for free! The Hitachi Scanning Electron Microscope will be on location at the gallery reception on Friday September 26, 5-7pm. The reception is free, open to all, and light refreshments will be served. All are welcome to bring a small (approx 1"x1"), dry, flat sample to be scanned by the microscope technicians. Support for this event provided by Hitachi, ACMAL (Applied Chemical and Morphological Analysis Laboratory) at Michigan Tech, A. E. Seaman Mineral Museum, Michigan Tech Visual and Performing Arts Department, Michigan Tech Biomedical Engineering Department, Michigan Tech Materials Science and Engineering Department, and Michigan Tech College of Sciences and Arts. Things to know ROZSA ART GALLERIES HOURS | M-F 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. and Saturdays 1-8 p.m. EXHIBIT DATES | September 12-November 7, 2025 RECEPTION | Friday, September 26, 2025 | 5-7 p.m. ADMISSION| Free and open to the public CONTENT GUIDANCE | none Plan your visit with information about parking, accessibility, and more. Rozsa Art Galleries are open 8 a.m.-8 p.m. M-F and 1-8 p.m. on Saturdays. Closed during academic recesses. Contact the Rozsa Box Office for more information. Thanks to Our Sponsors Support for this Michigan Tech Art Event provided by: and the Visual and Performing Arts Circle of Supporters. About the Presenter Professional exhibitions in the Rozsa Art Galleries. Student showcases. Artist Talks with Studio Here Now. Cross-campus collaborations. The Michigan Tech Art Series offers dynamic programming that supports Michigan Tech students and our wider community. Part of the the annual Rozsa Season, the Michigan Tech Art, Music, and Theatre Series are presented by the Visual and Performing Arts Department. Through these series, students from across campus, community members, and faculty create art that connects us to the world. With majors in audio production and technology, sound design, theatre and entertainment technology, and nine minors, the department fosters creativity, self-motivation, and the development of practical and artistic skills. Everyone is welcome, and there's something for everyone. View all Michigan Tech Art Series Events. Related Events Nanowonder: Images of the Microscopic World Gallery Exhibit - Rozsa Art Galleries September 12-November 7, 2025 Reception | Friday, September 26, 2025 | 5-7 p.m. Artful Intersections: Fall Student Art Showcase - Rozsa Art Galleries November 21-December 2, 2025 Reception | Tuesday, December 2, 2025 | 5-7 p.m. Through the Quiet Hours: Night Sky Photography Gallery Exhibit - Rozsa Art Galleries January 16-23, 2026 Reception | Friday, January 16, 2026 | 5-7 p.m. Women's Rights are Human Rights Gallery Exhibit - Rozsa Art Galleries January 30-March 28, 2026 Reception | Friday, January 30, 2026 | 5-7 p.m. Beyond the Frame: Spring Student Art Showcase - Rozsa Art Galleries April 10-14, 2026 Reception | Friday, April 10, 2026 | 5-7 p.m. Explore upcoming Michigan Tech Art Events. Plan Your Visit to the Rozsa Rozsa Box Office InformationAccessibility Services Find a Digital ProgramPlan your Parking​ Get Involved Volunteer to UsherDonate to Support the RozsaMeet Our DonorsGet Updates via Email View All Upcoming Events Personal Responsibility Statement Not all productions may appeal to or be appropriate for every person or for all ages. The Rozsa Center provides content guidance to alert audience members to common potentially sensitive or distressing material. Guests are encouraged to familiarize themselves with each event in order to make informed decisions prior to attending an event. Views Expressed Statement The views, information, thoughts, or opinions expressed in this program or event are those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent the policies of the Rozsa Center or Michigan Technological University. Effective Date: 2025/26.

Name Tag Fest

Wednesday, September 17, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. | Campus Mall, Career Services Tent

Get a head start on Career Fair-print your name tag in advance! We will be located under the Career Services tent on the Campus Mall. Make sure to bring your Michigan Tech ID.

Bracelet Making for Survivors of Abuse

Wednesday, September 17, 1 p.m.–2 p.m. | Across from DHH

The 17th of September, a Wednesday, from 1-3pm we will be making bracelets for people going through the legal processes regarding assault. This event will be held alongside Copper Shores Community Health. We will are aiming to have this event tied to service hours for those requiring such for Greek life and what not. We will be setup across from Douglas Houghton Hall and hope to see you there!

Let's Talk

Wednesday, September 17, 1 p.m.–2 p.m. | Alumni House

Not sure if counseling is right for you? Try Let’s Talk on Wednesday, September 17th from 1-3pm in the Alumni House! This free, informal, and confidential service is a chance to chat with a Michigan Tech counselor about mental health questions or concerns. Available to all undergraduate and graduate MTU students—stop by and start the conversation! Let's Talk is not a substitute for formal counseling and does not constitute mental health treatment. Additionally, Let's Talk is not designed to provide emergency or crisis support. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis or emergency, please contact emergency and crisis support at 1-877-376-7896.

Boys' Basketball Little Huskies League

Wednesday, September 17, 4 p.m.–5 p.m. | Student Development Complex (SDC), Multipurpose Gym

This league is open to boys entering grades 2 - 5 as of Fall 2025. Learning skills, working as a team, and having fun: that’s Michigan Tech’s Boys’ Basketball Little Huskies League. It’s about the best introduction to basketball you can imagine—personalized coaching that emphasizes both individual skills and team play, with plenty of time for gently competitive games in the Multipurpose Room. And Michigan Tech’s campus is a great environment for meeting new people and making friends. Kids can wear their league shirts to Men's Basketball home games for free admission!

Interview Prep Workshop

Wednesday, September 17, 5 p.m.–5 p.m. | Fisher Hall (Building 15), 325

Feeling nervous about upcoming interviews' Whether you're preparing for a job, internship, or co-op interview, this workshop will help you feel confident and ready. Join Career Services to learn how to prepare for both virtual and in-person interviews, answer common and behavioral questions, and highlight your skills and experiences effectively. We'll also cover what to wear, how to follow up, and tips for reducing interview anxiety.

Pokeman League - Weekly Meeting

Wednesday, September 17, 5 p.m.–6 p.m. | Dillman 202

Come hangout and play pokemon

Crafting Your Perfect Pitch

Wednesday, September 17, 6 p.m.–6 p.m. | AOB 101

Join AMA for an engaging workshop focused on crafting and delivering the perfect elevator pitch. Learn how to introduce yourself with confidence, highlight your strengths, and leave a lasting impression on recruiters and professionals. A great way to prepare for networking events and Career Fair.

SMLS Bi-Weekly Meeting

Wednesday, September 17, 6 p.m.–6 p.m. | Fisher 328

The Society of Medical Laboratory Scientists hosts a meeting every other week to discuss topics within the major, career development opportunities, volunteer opportunities, and general MLS happenings. You do not have to be in MLS to attend!

Main Meeting

Wednesday, September 17, 7 p.m.–8 p.m. | Wads G42W

Want to be trained in Righteouesness? Interested in developing more faithful work ethic? Building the Kingdom? Glorifying God? Come check out our main meeting where we are elaborating on some of the important parts of the Gospel, how it applies, and why without it, we are hopelessly lost.