October 1, 2025

This summer, College of Engineering Dean Michelle Scherer welcomed two new associate deans to the COE’s administration. Amy Landis, associate dean of graduate and online education, and Audra Morse, associate dean of academic affairs, will work closely with Scherer to deliver world-class education, research and leadership.

In a new Q&A, Landis and Morse discuss their roles with the College, the academic year, and why mentorship is so important for mentees and mentors alike.

“Even in the few short months they have been in their roles, Audra and Amy are creating new, innovative experiences and learning opportunities for both undergraduate and graduate students,” said Scherer. “I am delighted that they have taken on these important leadership roles and consider it a privilege to have a chance to work with both of them.”

Meet the associate deans on the College of Engineering Blog.

Insights from Student Affairs is a monthly series providing the latest updates and information directly from Student Affairs professionals at Michigan Tech.

In our latest entry, Crystal McLeod, director of the Center for Student Mental Health and Well-being, discusses a new $42,000 grant from the Jamie Daniels Foundation that will assist with addressing substance misuse among students.

"Data from the Healthy Minds Survey shows a clear need for support to Michigan Tech students," McLeod writes. "Historically, our substance misuse outreach has been limited. This new initiative provides a framework to offer consistent, year-round support to students."

To learn more about the grant, new programming and resources, check out the latest installment on the Student Affairs Newsblog.

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). As part of the lead-up to America’s 250th anniversary in 2026, this year’s theme, "Celebrating Value and Talent," recognizes the contributions of American workers with disabilities to our workplaces and economy and highlights the achievements of Americans with disabilities both past and present.

For specific ideas on how the Michigan Tech community can support NDEAM, visit the Office of Disability Employment Policy's NDEAM homepage. Suggestions range from simple, such as putting up a poster, to comprehensive, such as hosting a disability education program for your department. Also, the Campaign for Disability Employment's What Can You Do? website has more ideas for planning NDEAM activities.

Information regarding employment accommodations at Michigan Tech can be found on our Access and Disability webpage. Michigan Tech’s ADA coordinator is also available for further information or assistance. To contact them, email adacoordinator@mtu.edu or call 906-487-3310.

October is nationally recognized as Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time when we ask everyone within the Michigan Tech community to get involved by honoring survivors, speaking up against violence and harassing behaviors, and promoting healthy relationships.

Annually, more than 12 million men and women in the United States experience domestic violence, translating to roughly three in 10 women and one in 10 men. This type of violence can affect anyone, regardless of age, race, financial status or other demographics.

October is our opportunity to raise awareness and take action beyond being reminded of the statistics on domestic violence. We can all be part of the solution by understanding the difference between healthy and unhealthy relationships; recognizing signs of violence; knowing the resources; and being prepared to respond for ourselves, a friend, or a family member. 

Learn more with online resources, request a One Love in-person workshop, find a way to give to our local Barbara Kettle Gundlach Shelter, wear purple, and keep an eye out for events on campus this month, including signage and purple ribbons.

For more information, please visit Title IX at Michigan Tech.

Michigan Technological University is a community of scholars. We require an environment of trust and openness where productive work, teaching and learning can thrive. It is our responsibility as a community to work toward eliminating discrimination, harassment and misconduct. To do so, we must be well-informed. Annually, all Michigan Tech faculty and staff are required to complete an online course that addresses these important issues.

Equal Opportunity Compliance and Title IX is excited to announce the upcoming launch of a new third-party training platform through United Educators, furthering our commitment to compliance training and professional development. United Educators specializes in delivering engaging, high-quality training solutions tailored to higher education institutions.

This new training platform will offer a user-friendly experience, making it easier to access and complete required training. Please keep an eye on your inbox, as you will receive an email soon with instructions on how to log in and access your course.

If you have any questions in the meantime, feel free to reach out to Equal Opportunity Compliance and Title IX at eoctraining@mtu.edu or 906-487-3310.

Thank you for your attention and continued dedication to growth and learning. We look forward to sharing this exciting update with you soon!

Nominations are now open for the Midwestern Association of Graduate Schools (MAGS) Excellence in Teaching Awards. Michigan Tech may nominate one student at the M.S. and Ph.D. level. Each graduate program may nominate one student at the M.S. and Ph.D. level. Nominations are due to the Graduate School no later than 4 p.m. on Dec. 10.

Eligible students:

• Will have been enrolled at Michigan Tech during the 2025 calendar year and have a teaching appointment.
• Will have earned the Michigan Tech Outstanding Graduate Student Teaching Award.
• Will exemplify excellence in the teaching and learning mission of Michigan Tech.

See the Graduate School's application page for complete details on what is required for a nomination.

Do you know students who are curious about hands-on learning or looking for ways to turn their passions into real-world experience? Invite them to check out Enterprise Day — the perfect opportunity to discover what Michigan Tech's Enterprise Program has to offer.

Enterprise Day will be held this Tuesday, Oct. 7, from 6-8 p.m. in the Rozsa Lobby. The event features a dynamic showcase of more than 25 Enterprise teams. Students can connect with peers, staff and faculty; learn about current projects; and explore where their skills and interests might fit.

Enterprise teams tackle projects ranging from advanced engineering to sustainable innovation, offering real-world, cross-disciplinary experiences. Students from all majors are welcome to participate — whether they're just exploring options or ready to dive in.

No registration is required. For more information, please visit the Enterprise Day website or contact enterprise@mtu.edu with any questions.

Registration for Session 2 of Fall 2025 MTU Aquatics programs is now open!

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

New Recreation Program Registration System
We’re excited to announce that beginning with fall 2025 program registration, we are transitioning to a new recreation program registration system designed to better support our youth and family programming.

As part of this upgrade, information on the new registration system is available on each program's webpage under the heading "Fall 2025." Please see the section labeled "Important for Parents/Guardians" for details on how to register your child for youth programs.

Thank you for your support as we make this exciting transition! We’re confident our 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!

Award-winning game designer Ian Bogost will give his keynote talk as part of the Computing [MTU] Showcase tomorrow, Oct. 2, in the Rozsa Theater. Bogost's talk is titled “Idle Hands: How Windows Solitaire Invented Contemporary Computing.”

Doors will open at 4:30 p.m., and faculty and students will be presenting research displays in the lobby. Food and beverages will arrive at 5 p.m., and the keynote will begin at 6 p.m. Make sure to arrive early, as food will not be allowed in the theater.

Please RSVP to Save Your Seat.

Bogost is a founding partner of Persuasive Games, and has created games like Cow Clicker and A Slow Year, which gained international recognition. He is a longtime contributing editor at The Atlantic, and has authored/co-authored 10 books, discussing how video games (and digital media more broadly) impact culture, communicate ideas, shape thought and reflect human relationships with technology and play. He is currently a distinguished professor at Washington University in St. Louis.

• More About Bogost
• Bogost's Games
• 2025 Computing [MTU] Showcase

The Department of Mathematical Sciences is organizing the annual Kliakhandler Lecture Series, which will include two sessions held next week on Thursday, Oct. 9, and Friday, Oct. 10. Professor Bruce Sagan from Michigan State University will be our guest speaker this year.

• Public Lecture: "Fun with Binomial Coefficients"
  Thursday, Oct. 9, from 5-7 p.m. in Fisher 138
  N​ote: The session includes a one-hour lecture from 5-6 p.m. followed by an interactive Q&A with Sagan.

• Department of Mathematical Sciences Colloquium: "The Protean Chromatic Polynomial"
  Friday, Oct. 10, from 2-3 p.m. in Fisher 328

Sagan specializes in enumerative, algebraic and topological combinatorics. His book "The Symmetric Group" is considered a classic, and he has recently published a new book: "Combinatorics: The Art of Counting."

Sagan is also a folk musician, playing music from Scandinavia, England and Bulgaria on traditional instruments. He has recorded four albums, is working on a fifth, and has composed over 30 tunes.

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

Join the BioMed Seminar on Zoom.

Antonia Zaferiou from the Stevens Institute of Technology will present "Turning towards understanding and improving human agility and mobility."

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

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

Roland Platz will present "Model-Based Design and Uncertainty Quantification for Structural State Control."

In this talk, Platz will present model-based approaches for stability, vibration and load-redistribution control in his research. He will also address challenges in uncertainty quantification for these approaches using standard and Bayesian statistics.

The Department of Civil, Environmental, and Geospatial Engineering is hosting a civil engineering seminar presented by Ashley P. Thrall from 11 a.m. to noon on Monday, Oct. 6, in Dow 875.

Thrall's presentation is titled "New Approaches for Rapid Fabrication and Construction of Resilient Steel Bridges."

The talk will include a brief lunch including pizza and beverages.

Read Thrall's abstract and bio.

Hayden Henderson (GLRC) was honored as the invited speaker at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Integrated Ocean Observing System (IOOS) 2025 Fall Meeting, held for the first time ever in the Great Lakes from Sept. 16-18 in Traverse City, Michigan.

Henderson showcased the breadth and impact of NOAA-sponsored research underway at Michigan Tech’s Great Lakes Research Center at the meeting. During his presentation, he highlighted the GLRC’s diverse portfolio of projects, ranging from high-frequency water level monitoring and advanced sensor deployments to coupled physical-biogeochemical modeling, emphasizing how these efforts support coastal hazard assessment, ecosystem management and regional observation networks.

Henderson's talk underscored the GLRC’s role as a hub for innovation and collaboration in the Great Lakes, illustrating how NOAA-funded initiatives are advancing scientific understanding and operational capabilities across the region.

DBusiness quoted Steven Walton (SS) in a story about Detroit native John T. Parsons, credited as the inventor of computer numerical control (CNC) and a pioneer of modern manufacturing. Walton is researching Parsons’ career and legacy, including his influence on Traverse City’s aerospace and industrial development.

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WLUC TV6 quoted Michigan Tech students Andrew Miller and Grant Berryman (both mechanical engineering), Bayden Tapert (accounting and finance), and Caden Barrette in a story about the growth and impact of Greek life at MTU.

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MLive featured Michigan Tech Nordic ski coaches Kristen and Tom Monahan Smith (both ATH) in a story about their record-setting run on Isle Royale’s Greenstone Ridge Trail. Kristen Monahan Smith set the women’s fastest known time on the 40.6-mile route at 8 hours, 4 minutes, while Tom Monahan Smith recorded the second-fastest men’s time.

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WLUC TV6 covered Michigan Tech volleyball’s Tess Hayes being named GLIAC Setter of the Week.

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My UP Now and the Keweenaw Report mentioned Michigan Tech in coverage of the inaugural Canal Colors Festival. The festival brings together four fall events in the Copper Country, including the Keweenaw Young Professionals’ Color Run starting at Michigan Tech’s Lakeshore Center.

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The Scuba News mentioned Michigan Tech Board of Trustees member John U. Bacon in a story about his upcoming book “The Gales of November: The Untold Story of the Edmund Fitzgerald,” which releases Oct. 7.

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Southeast Michigan’s Metro Parent mentioned Michigan Tech in a roundup of Michigan universities’ performance in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings, noting MTU’s strengths in STEM and value.

Accessible Information and Communication Technology

Michigan Technological University is dedicated to providing equal opportunity for all students, employees and members of the public, including those with disabilities, who access our services, programs and activities. This includes providing equal access to University information and communication technologies (ICT) such as University systems, websites, electronic documents and educational and training materials.

Collectively, the Michigan Tech community strives to make University ICT accessible to and usable for everyone. Individuals with visual, hearing, mobility, cognitive and other disabilities are often denied access to digital content by unintended barriers. By following accessible technology guidelines and procedures, the technologies we choose, use and create can be accessible to all.

• University Administrative Policy 1.15 Accessible Information and Communication Technology Policy  

Michigan Tech has adopted the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 A/AA conformance level to measure, coordinate and implement compliance with the University's Accessible ICT Policy. Electronic documents must comply with WCAG 2.1 guidelines and success criteria as applied to non-HTML ICT content. Additionally, electronic documents must also comply with the rules set forth by the U.S. Department of Justice on April 8, 2024. This includes the need for all electronic documents (examples include course materials, flowcharts, poster advertisements, etc.) to be made accessible, regardless of an accessible companion HTML webpage. 

Visit the Accessible Technology webpage for procedures, information and resources. This webpage is updated regularly with resources and helpful information, so be sure to visit often. Also, please share this information with your student employees.

For more information on accessible information and communication technology, please contact:

• Jeff Toorongian, Campus ICT Accessibility Coordinator
• Amy Blake, Communication and Accessibility Manager
• Desiree Valle, Web Developer: Accessibility
• Eric Minaker, Associate Director of Web Technology

​​​​​​​If you would like information on how to request employment or classroom accommodations, please contact:

• Employees: ADA Coordinator — adacoordinator@mtu.edu or 906-487-3310
• Students: Student Disability Services — sds@mtu.edu or 906-487-3558

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IRB Webinar: Education Research

The Human Research Protection Program at Michigan Tech is presenting a lunchtime information session on education research. It will run from 12-1 p.m. tomorrow, Oct. 2.

In this Institutional Review Board (IRB) webinar, Mike Reay will talk for 30 minutes about some basic ethical and regulatory issues, then answer any questions people have. The issues to be covered include finding out if IRB review is required, obtaining other permissions, making sure that students freely choose to participate, and maintaining confidentiality. The talk is especially tailored for people who are new to education research.

Join the IRB Webinar on Zoom.

The presentation will be recorded and posted on the Human Research Protection Program website. Any departments or groups of researchers who would like to schedule a later in-person version are welcome to contact Reay to make arrangements.

If you would like a Google Calendar invite, email Reay at mjreay@mtu.edu.

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Call for 2026 SYP Course Proposals: Inspire the Next Generation

Early hands-on experiences at Michigan Tech can spark lifelong passions. In fact, over 10% of current Michigan Tech students began their Husky journeys as middle or high school participants in Tech's Summer Youth Programs (SYP).

As the Center for Educational Outreach gears up for SYP Summer 2026, we invite faculty, staff and departments to submit a proposal to teach a week-long SYP course that will inspire and empower young students to discover their educational and career interests.

What We’re Looking For:

• Audience: Students in middle schoolers (grades 6-8) or high school (grades 9-11)
• Course Length/Format: One week of four or five days, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., for 31.5 total contact hours

Available Dates:

• June 14-19
• June 21-26
• June 28-July 2
• July 5-10
• July 12-17

Course focus areas include STEM, humanities, social science, business, leadership development, computing and more. Teaching styles should be highly interactive, experiential and engaging!

Compensation includes a weekly supplemental instructor wage and funding for supplies and materials.

Join us in creating unforgettable learning experiences that go beyond the classroom. From lab experiments to design challenges, your course could be the spark that lights a student’s path forward.

Submit your proposal or reach out with ideas by Oct. 17. Email syplogic@mtu.edu to get started — our team will follow up to schedule a quick planning meeting.

Help shape the future by inspiring the next generation of doers and makers!

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Christian Faculty/Staff Prayer and Fellowship Opportunities

The Michigan Tech Christian Faculty/Staff Fellowship invites the campus community to join us throughout the year for weekly prayer and monthly informal fellowship. All are welcome.

• Weekly Meetings: Held on Thursdays at noon in the MUB Greenstone Room (MUB 106A) for 30 minutes of communal prayer for our students, colleagues and campus.

• Monthly Fellowship: Held on the last Friday of each month from 8-9 a.m. at Victoria's Kitchen in downtown Houghton for informal conversation and an opportunity to connect.

Email Maria Bergstrom at mjbergst@mtu.edu if you have questions or would like to be on our email list for reminders.

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Safety Skills Training Platform: Service Disruptions Ahead

Michigan Tech Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) would like the alert the campus community to service disruptions anticipated this week to the Safety Skills online training platform used by Michigan Tech to provide, document and manage on-the-job training.

Last year, HSI Inc. finalized its acquisition of the original Safety Skills Learning Management System used by Michigan Tech. In September 2025, as part of the merger, HSI began consolidating, renaming or removing many existing courses to streamline their combined Safety Skills and HSI training catalogs. These catalog changes have had significant unintended impacts on auto-assignments, activation workflows and due dates for Michigan Tech’s safety training program.

The HSI September course changes understandably drew significant negative feedback from faculty, staff and students, highlighting the disruption to our established training schedules. The issues observed during the initial September HSI rollout include:

• Assigned courses disappearing or being replaced without notice
• Due-date resets triggering repeated reminders
• Incorrect replacement of assigned modules with non-equivalent replacement modules
• Stakeholder confusion over which modules remain required for completion

Today, Oct. 1, HSI will automatically replace, update or eliminate additional Safety Skills courses as part of their unified training catalog rollout. EHS is anticipating a continuation of the September rollout issues and system impacts.

EHS apologizes for this inconvenience and will actively monitor the platform throughout this transition. While the overarching changes are controlled by HSI, our team will work tirelessly to identify disruptions, realign assignments, change system configurations and communicate new requirements. We ask for your patience as our team addresses these challenges.

To report issues or disruptions with your training assignments, please complete the Safety Skills/HSI Merger Issue Form.

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Cup of Joe with the Safety Crew

Michigan Tech’s Safety Team — Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) and the Office of Risk, Insurance, Safety, Security, and Compliance (RISSC) — will be hosting our next monthly coffee talk: a chance for all Huskies to share a cup of coffee and learn about the importance of campus health and safety.

We invite you to join us today, Oct. 1, from 9-10 a.m. in the MUB Alumni Lounge.

Topic: Who needs to complete an incident and injury report? How do you complete an incident report?

Enjoy a coffee and muffins while we discuss who needs to complete an incident report on campus and the steps involved in completing one. Join Heather Chosa from EHS and Jennifer Fourez from Human Resources to discuss why this is required for incidents and injuries ranging from as small as a paper cut to slips, trips and falls, to a broken arm. In particular, incident reports are crucial for workers compensation claims. Additionally, there will be an informal opportunity to talk with our campus safety professionals about other safety-related questions and issues.

Mark your calendars and come ask the questions you have always wanted to ask and get the answers you need about Michigan Tech safety programs, legal compliance issues and additional resources… and have a cup of Joe with the Safety Crew!

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Poetry and Prose: An Evening of Michigan Literature

Join Department of Humanities faculty members M. Bartley Seigel and Stephanie Carpenter today, Oct. 1, from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the Calumet Public Library as they read from their most recent works.

Seigel’s “In the Bone-Cracking Cold” (Wayne State University Press, 2025) is a collection of artfully wrought poems tracing the intimate contours of self, nature and history through the backdrop of the Upper Peninsula. Seigel’s work navigates the terrain of the tangible and the mythical to capture the essence of the region’s mining towns and dense forests and the vastness of Lake Superior.

Carpenter’s literary historical novel “Moral Treatment” (Central Michigan University Press, 2025) is set in 1889-90 at a psychiatric hospital modeled after the former Northern Michigan Asylum in her hometown of Traverse City. In alternating sections, “Moral Treatment” tells the stories of the hospital’s aging medical superintendent and newly admitted 17-year-old Amy Underwood. The novel unfolds across the course of a year as the characters navigate a space that’s intended to heal yet often causes harm.

A book signing will follow the reading and books will be available for purchase as a fundraiser to benefit the library.

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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, Oct. 2:

• Vegetable Minestrone Soup (V)
• Garlic Breadstick (V)
• Spring Salad Mix (VG, AG)
• Salad Toppings:
  • Cucumber (VG, AG)
  • Red Onion (VG, AG)
  • Cherry Tomatoes (VG, AG)
  • Seasoned Croutons (V)
  • Shredded Cheddar Cheese (V, AG)
  • Garbanzo Beans (VG, AG)
• Salad Dressings:
  • Ranch (V, AG)
  • Balsamic Vinaigrette (VG, AG)
  • Italian (VG, AG)
• Cookie Platter (V)

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, October 1, 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.

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Women in IT and Tech: a Panel Discussion

Wednesday, October 1, 11 a.m.–12 p.m. | Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts, Rozsa Auditorium

This panel will discuss the struggles and successes of women in STEM fields, which are often predominantly male-dominated spaces. This is the fourth iteration of the panel, and is popular with MTU faculty and staff. The panel has featured female industry and research leaders in STEM, highlighting the unique challenges they face. Dr. Linda Ott will moderate. Food will be served at 11AM. The panel will begin at 12PM. Please register for lunch.

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2025 Vehicle Hackathon Pre-Training

Wednesday, October 1, 1:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m. | Rekhi Hall, G005

Ever wanted to hack? Join Michigan Tech's Institute of Computing and Cybersystems (ICC) for the 2025 Vehicle Hackathon! The hackathon competition will be held Oct. 1-2, during Days 1 and 2 of the 2025 Computing [MTU] Showcase: Pre-Training October 1st, 2-3 PM Rekhi G005 Final Event October 2nd, 8:30 AM-12:30 PM MUB Ballroom Students will work as teams to hack various systems of a robot car as quickly as possible. No hacking experience is required. We welcome students with all levels of cybersecurity familiarity to sign up to participate! The first day will be a training session to establish the basics needed to contribute as a team member in the competition, lowering the bar of cybersecurity familiarity needed to participate in the competition. Winning teams will receive scholarship prizes. All participants will recieve a gift card and get entered into a raffle!

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Biochem Club Weekly Meeting

Wednesday, October 1, 5:00 p.m.–5:30 p.m. | EERC 214

Weekly meeting of the Biochemistry Club at Michigan Tech! We will have a different topic for each meeting (join the email list or Discord to learn more!) There is no biochemistry expertise required, just curiosity! As an organization, our goals are to propagate interesting knowledge, support an academic culture, bridge interdisciplinary gaps, and develop professional skills.

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Pokeman League - Weekly Meeting

Wednesday, October 1, 5 p.m.–5 p.m. | Dillman 202

Come hangout and play pokemon

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SoundGirls General Meeting

Wednesday, October 1, 5 p.m.–5 p.m. | Walker 210

Join SoundGirls for our weekly general meeting! We will talk about music, the audio industry, and fun events around campus.

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Board Game Night

Wednesday, October 1, 6 p.m.–7 p.m. | Wadsworth Annex (G11)

Take a break from the books and roll the dice! Join us for Board Game Night on Wednesday, October 1st from 6-8pm in the Wadsworth Hall Annex, (G11, the room attached to the Campus Cafe) for free games, good vibes, and maybe even a little friendly competition.

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SMLS Bi-Weekly Meeting

Wednesday, October 1, 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!

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Serve the King - Main Meeting

Wednesday, October 1, 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.