October 23, 2025

To share ideas, seek feedback and gauge interest, a campus conversation on the Tech Forward 2.0 theme/initiative “Advanced Technologies for National Security” will be held from 8:30-9:30 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 27. This campus conversation will be held virtually via Zoom. If this is an area that interests you and you would like a calendar invite sent, please complete our RSVP form.

• Tech Forward 2.0 Discussion — Advanced Technologies for National Security
  Monday, Oct. 27, from 8:30-9:30 a.m. on Zoom
  Join the Discussion on Zoom

This discussion will explore Michigan Tech’s vision to expand the University's role as a trusted research partner for the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD).

Federal research budgets have shifted, with reduced funding across many traditional agencies limiting growth opportunities. In contrast, the DoD continues to expand investment in research, development and advanced technologies to meet emerging national security needs. Strengthening alignment with DoD priorities will ensure sustained funding, advance critical defense technologies and enhance MTU’s impact in a competitive federal research environment.

The objective of this theme/initiative is to position MTU as a trusted research partner for the DoD by building the infrastructure, partnerships and expertise required for sustained defense-related growth.

The theme/initiative’s co-conveners have identified four preliminary strategic priorities and are seeking campus input to refine and expand these ideas:

• Contracting Mechanisms
• Secure Research Facilities
• Structure for Strategic Growth
• Workforce Development for Defense Research

We look forward to your participation.

Michigan Tech’s Essential Education Minors allow students to earn a credential completely within the structure of Essential Education. These are specific minors that are created to satisfy the spirit of Essential Education by introducing students to multiple disciplinary perspectives as a complement to their major.

Explore three of the nine Essential Education Minors below. Which complements your major and piques your interests?

Human-Centered Design (HCD)
This minor prepares students to see the world through the lens of people — understanding not just how technologies and systems work, but how they truly impact the individuals and communities who use them. Rooted in internationally recognized design standards (ISO 9241-210:2019 and ANSI/HFES 400-2021), this minor emphasizes designing for usability, accessibility and positive user experiences while also considering broader social and environmental impacts.

By completing the HCD minor, you’ll graduate with a versatile skill set that makes you stand out in todays job market. Industries from engineering to healthcare, computing to business, are seeking professionals who can integrate human-centered thinking into their work. This minor shows that you’re not just solving problems – you’re solving the right problems in whats that make life easier.

Economics and Society
This minor is designed for students who want to understand how economic forces shape communities, businesses and public policy. Unlike a traditional economics minor, this program is deeply interdisciplinary — students explore core economics alongside courses in social sciences, humanities, communication, mathematics and more. With 19 credits, the program integrates seamlessly with the Essential Education framework while giving students flexible pathways tailored to their own interests.

Sustainability Studies
This interdisciplinary minor allows students to:

• Build a foundational understanding of sustainability topics through multiple lenses
• Customize their learning with courses across departments and colleges
• Strengthen their ability to think crucially about sustainability issues in a global context

At Michigan Tech, we believe sustainability education should be:

• Accessible to students in all disciplines
• Rooted in real-world, experiential learning
• Inclusive of diverse perspectives and lived experiences

Whether through coursework, minors, living-learning communities or hands-on projects, our sustainability programs are designed to meet students where they are — and help them grow into leaders ready to shape a sustainable future for all.

Learn More
To learn more about Michigan Tech’s Essential Education Minors and view the full list of options, visit Michigan Tech’s Essential Education Newsblog. In the coming weeks, we will continue to provide highlights of these minors from the academic teams and departments/colleges that developed them.

Learn more about your course choices for each of Michigan Tech’s Essential Education Minors. Take a moment to design your own Essential Education Minor within the available themes to complement your own major and personal interests.

Alumni Engagement is now accepting speaker proposals from faculty, staff and/or students to kick off Alumni Reunion 2026 with a Tech Talk on July 30! Whether you’re working on cutting-edge research or are just passionate about a certain Michigan Tech topic, the Kickoff Tech Talks are a great way to share your knowledge and engage with the alumni community.

Previous Tech Talks have covered a diverse range of topics that highlight the expertise and achievements of our faculty, including the history of Michigan Tech’s campus, Isle Royale wolves and moose, and Michigan Tech’s involvement in the small satellite revolution. Regardless of topics, the Kickoff Tech Talks have become a favorite Reunion event and are frequently attended by more than 125 of our visiting alumni and friends!

To be considered, email your proposal to alumni@mtu.edu with the subject line “Reunion Tech Talks Proposal.” In addition to the presentation title, please include a brief description of what your presentation will be about. Submissions will be accepted until Nov. 19.

Depending on the number of submissions, we may schedule two separate Tech Talks throughout Reunion Weekend, which will take place on campus from July 30 to Aug. 1, 2026.

The Michigan Tech Alumni Board of Directors is excited to announce that nominations for the 2026 Alumni Awards are now open!

Since the establishment of the first alumni award in 1969, a very important role for our Alumni Board of Directors is recognizing our extraordinary alumni through the Alumni Awards program. You can help identify outstanding alumni and friends for the five distinct awards that will be celebrated during the Awards Ceremony over Reunion Weekend in July/August 2026. Nominations will be accepted until Dec. 15.

Check out our unique award webpages to review award definitions and find their respective nomination forms. The winners will receive their awards on campus on July 31, 2026.

Test your sanity with Michigan Tech Theatre’s Haunted Smelter, if you dare! This weekend, the Michigan Tech Theatre Series invites the public to once again celebrate the spooky season by visiting a historic “haunted” Keweenaw mining site. Themed "Descent into Madness," this year’s haunted experience will take place at the Quincy Smelting Works in Hancock.

Each fall, Michigan Tech’s Department of Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) partners with the Quincy Mine Hoist Association and Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission to create a haunted experience for all ages. The abandoned infrastructure left behind by the copper mining industry provides the perfect backdrop for Michigan Tech students to create a thrillingly creepy exploration.

“Every year, a new group of students explore the venues and themes to create things that they believe will be the perfect jump-scare for our audiences. As we grow and shift the event, students consider what was done in the past to improve the event for our local audience,” said Kent Cyr, VPA technical director. “The students have worked really hard to make sure there are some good and weird 'creepy-crawly' moments. The audience can also expect some good ‘boneville’ vignettes to check out!”

The roughly 25-minute walk-through tours are open tonight, Oct. 23, and Friday, Oct. 24, from 7 p.m.-10:30 p.m., and Saturday, Oct. 25, from 6-10:30 p.m. Tours will start approximately every 15 minutes. Book your tickets now through the Quincy Mine Hoist Association website.

Haunted Smelter: Descent Into Madness — Michigan Tech Theatre
Thursday and Friday, Oct. 23 and 24, from 7-10:30 p.m. | Saturday, Oct. 25, from 6-10:30 p.m.
Quincy Smelting Works — 48991 Maple St., Hancock
Michigan Tech Theatre Series
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Dear Michigan Tech and Keweenaw Community,

Young Americans for Freedom at Michigan Tech, in partnership with Hubbell VFW Post 4624, invites you to participate in our 3rd Annual Military Care Package Drive.

The drive will run from Monday, Oct. 27, through Nov. 14. It will send care packages containing food, hygiene products and entertainment items, as well as handmade letters and artwork, to deployed service members. We aim to bring hope, joy and the comforts of home to deployed troops throughout the holiday season.

You can contribute in the following ways:

• Donate items from our list and hand-write letters or make artwork.
• Purchase items from our Amazon Wish List.
• Make a monetary donation through our GoFundMe or a check made out to VFW Post 4624. Checks can be and mailed to PO Box 51, Hubbell, MI 49934. Money raised will support shipping costs and purchasing of additional goods.
• Share the address of your deployed family member or friend through our ShipThrifty account so we can send them a package.
• Follow our Instagram and Facebook for updates.
• Get your business involved by donating money, a product you sell, or letters from your employees. Donors will be recognized in a recap email to the community and on our social media.

Donated items with letters and artwork can be dropped off at the following locations:

• Matt’s Auto Body and Glass, 47170 Hwy M-26, Atlantic Mine, MI 49905
• Superior Family Chiropractic, 41950 Wilson Memorial Dr., Chassell, MI 49916
• Keweenaw Coffee Works, 113 5th St., Calumet, MI 49913
• Michigan Tech’s Van Pelt and Opie Library, 1400 Townsend Drive, Houghton, MI 49931
• Email amleagje@mtu.edu for a large pickup!

If you are interested in working with us to help support our troops, please contact YAF member Abigail Leagjeld at amleagje@mtu.edu for additional information or with questions. We would love to share more information with you and meet either virtually or in person.

Thank you for your support. Let's make this drive a success together, supporting those who risk their lives for our freedom and thanking them for their service.

Susan Mathai, postdoctoral fellow at NASA Langley Research Center, will give a talk on Monday, Oct. 27. This event will be held in the Great Lakes Research Center. Refreshments and a social will be held at 3:30 p.m. in the GLRC Lobby on the first floor, with the lecture to follow at 4 p.m. in GLRC 202.

The title of the talk is "MIRA: Table of Aerosol Optics."

Read Mathai's abstract and bio on the University Events Calendar.

The next Environmental Engineering Graduate Seminar will take place at 3 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 27, via Zoom.

Join the Graduate Seminar on Zoom (use password 856499).

Chan Lan Chun, professor, Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of Minnesota Duluth, and principal researcher, Natural Resources Research Institute, University of Minnesota, will present "Advancements in Sulfate Treatment for Environmental Sustainability: From Research to Implementation."

Read Chun's abstract and bio on the University Events Calendar.

WLUC TV6 and My UP Now mentioned Michigan Tech in stories about the GLIAC preseason women’s basketball coaches’ poll, which placed the Huskies sixth for the 2025-26 season.

Crafting Fiction from Michigan History

Join the Friends of the Michigan Tech Library for a talk by Stephanie Carpenter (HU) about her recent novel, "Moral Treatment," today, Oct. 23, at 4:30 p.m. in the Van Pelt and Opie Library East Reading Room.

Set in 1889-90, "Moral Treatment" is inspired by the early days of the former Traverse City State Hospital. Carpenter will discuss her research for the novel and the exploratory work she’s done toward writing fiction about Keweenaw history. How and when does history spark fiction?

The talk will follow a short business meeting for the 30th annual meeting of the Friends of the Michigan Tech Library. Refreshments (and Halloween candy!) will be served.

Event Details:

• What: "Crafting Fiction from Michigan History" with Stephanie Carpenter
• When: Thursday, Oct. 23, at 4:30 p.m.
• Where: Library East Reading Room

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Physics Colloquium with Terri Frew

Terri Frew (VPA) from Michigan Technological University will present at this week's Physics Colloquium. Frew's presentation is titled "Nanowonder: Images of the Microscopic World."

The seminar will be presented  at 4 p.m. today, Oct. 23, in lower level of the Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts. The coffee hour will be held at 3:30 p.m. in the Fisher Hall Lobby.

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

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University Senate Meeting 722

The University Senate will convene Meeting 722 at 12:30 p.m. today, Oct. 23, in Chem Sci 102.

Those within the University community unable to attend in person have the option to attend the University Senate meeting via Zoom. Please note: You will need to log in to your MTU Zoom account to join the virtual meeting.

Senators are responsible for making their constituents aware of the agenda for this meeting. Senators who are unable to attend should arrange for their alternates to attend in their place.

View the Meeting 722 Agenda.

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2025 MTU 3MT Competition – Cash Prizes Doubled!

The 2025 MTU Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition will take place on Nov. 4. The 3MT competition is open to all MTU graduate students, as it challenges you to present your research to a general audience within three minutes. Graduate Student Government invites you again to present your work at this exciting event.

Increased Prize Money
Great news! Cash prizes have doubled! The winner and runner-up will now receive cash prizes of $600 and $400, respectively, while the People’s Choice award winner selected by the event’s audience will be given a cash prize of $200. In addition, the winner of the local Michigan Tech competition will earn the opportunity to present at the regional 3MT competition.

Register for Three Minute Thesis. The deadline for registration is Thursday, Oct. 30.

For more information on the competition, please send an email to gsg-research@mtu.edu.

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College of Computing Social

College of Computing students! Need a break from coding and debugging? Join us for the College of Computing's Lawn Games Social!

Come hang out today, Oct. 23, from 11:15 a.m. to 12:40 p.m. on Rekhi Lawn and in Rekhi 101.

It's the perfect chance to relax, socialize with other members of the College, and just enjoy the autumn air.

Best of all, we will have lawn games — and we're treating you to a refreshing "dirty soda," a delicious mix of soda, cream and flavored syrup!

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Canceled: No C-Cubed Luncheon This Week

Due to a mix-up in Carved and Crafted Catering's dates for C-Cubed Luncheons, the MUB Alumni Lounge is not available for C-Cubed today, Oct. 23. We will be postponing this week's C-Cubed Luncheon menu to next Thursday, Oct. 30.

We apologize for the mix-up and any confusion this may cause. Thank you for your patience, and we look forward to seeing you next week.

Menu for Next Thursday, Oct. 30:

• Cauliflower General Tso's (V) — Contains Soy, Sesame, Gluten, Dairy, Egg
• Orange Chicken — Contains Sesame, Dairy, Gluten, Egg, Soy
• Basmati Rice (VG, AD, AG)
• Garden Salad (VG, AD, AG)
• Vegetable Stir Fry (VG, AD, AG)
• Vegetable Spring Rolls (V) — Contains Dairy, Sesame, Gluten, Egg

Following next Thursday's luncheon, the remaining dates for C-Cubed Luncheons for the fall 2025 semester are Nov. 6, Nov. 13 and Dec. 4.

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MAE Grad Seminar Speaker: Terrence L. Chambers

The next Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE) Graduate Seminar speaker will present at 2 p.m today, Oct. 23, in Fisher 329.

Terrence L. Chambers will present "National Trends in the Renewable Energy Field and Renewable Energy Research at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette."

Chambers is the director of the U.S. Department of Energy-designated Louisiana Regional Test Center for Emerging Solar Technologies at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette (LA RTC).

In this talk, he will provide an overview of the renewable energy field at the national and state level, and then describe the work his team of researchers are doing to promote renewable energy in the Gulf South region.

To have your event automatically appear, please submit them to the University Events Calendar.

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

Thursday, October 23, 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.

MTU Fall 2025 College of Business Career Fair

Thursday, October 23, 11:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m. | Memorial Union Building (MUB), Ballroom

Students - Get Ready for the College of Business Career Fair! Are you ready to explore exciting opportunities, connect with industry leaders, and shape the future of your career journey? This fair is the perfect opportunity to do so! Join us in October to network with top employers who are eager to recruit talent like you. 📅 Date: Thursday, October 23, 2025 🕒 Time: 11:00am-3:30pm ET 💻 Location: Memorial Union Building Tips to help you get prepared! Research the list of participating employers through HandshakeGet your résumé reviewed by making an appointment with our office in HandshakePrepare your "elevator pitch", there will be career fair prep workshops before career fair!Make sure you are dressed to impress and bring plenty of copies of your résumé!Don't forget to ask for business cards at the job fair so you can follow up with thank-you notes and questionsTips for Success Dress Professionally: First impressions matter, so wear business professional attirePrepare Your Resume: Upload a polished version of your resume to Handshake to share with employers. Need help? Your Career Center offers resources to perfect your resume—don’t hesitate to visit the office or check out their resources on Handshake..Craft Your Elevator Pitch: Have a 30-second introduction ready to share your story and career aspirations.Follow Up: After the event, reach out to the recruiters you meet to express your continued interest.Don’t let this opportunity pass you by! Save the date, prepare your materials, and take a step toward a bright professional future.

Biological Sciences Seminar Series - Diverse Sorbs2 Isoforms Enable Distinct Cytoskeletal Functions Across Tissues

Thursday, October 23, 2 p.m.–2 p.m. | Great Lakes Research Center (GLRC), 202

Dr. Jared McLendon, Assistant Professor Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Therapeutics, University of Iowa College of Pharmacy Abstract: Sorbs2 is a cytoskeletal adapter protein with emerging roles in cardiovascular disease, neurodegeneration, and vascular dysfunction. Using bioinformatics, tissue-specific knockout mouse models and isoform-specific detection tools, our research has revealed that Sorbs2 exhibits extensive isoform diversity with tissue- and cell-type-specific expression patterns that dictate distinct biological functions. In cardiomyocytes, we discovered that Sorbs2 is required for microtubule stability, and genetic knockout impairs contraction and causes dilated heart failure. Conversely, in vascular smooth muscle cells (VSMCs), Sorbs2 localizes primarily to the actin cytoskeleton and cell-cell junctions. VSMC-specific knockout decreases proliferation, dysregulates contractile genes, and unexpectedly increases agonist-induced arterial contractility while decreasing vascular stiffness— opposite to its effects in cardiomyocytes. In the nervous system, we found that Sorbs2 is abundantly expressed in hippocampal neurons, primarily residing in post- synaptic density regions. A genetic variant in the Sorbs2 promoter associates with increased expression and delayed Alzheimer's Disease (AD) onset by 11 years. Sorbs2 expression progressively decreases in AD patient brains and mouse models, particularly in neurons with neurofibrillary tangles. Our behavioral studies in Sorbs2 knockout mice revealed significant deficits in learning and memory, suggesting a protective role against neurodegeneration. Notably, while neurons express a neuron-specific isoform with potential RNA-binding activity, vascular cells within the brain express different isoforms lacking this domain. To advance these studies, we developed extensive research tools including expression plasmids for ~10 isoforms, multiple tissue-specific knockout mouse models (global, cardiomyocyte-specific, smooth muscle-specific, and conditional), validated siRNA reagents, isoform-specific antibodies, and custom RNAscope probes. We have generated comprehensive microRNA binding site maps across human tissues and performed RNAseq in brains, hearts, and arteries. These findings establish Sorbs2 as a critical regulator of tissue-specific cytoskeletal function with therapeutic potential across multiple disease contexts.

National Trends in the Renewable Energy Field and Renewable Energy Research at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette

Thursday, October 23, 2 p.m.

MAE Graduate Seminar Speaker Series proudly presents Terrence L. Chambers, PhD Director, Energy Efficiency and Sustainable Energy Center University Louisiana Note: The seminar speaker will be joining via Zoom instead of in person. Sorry for any inconvenience. Abstract Recent policy changes at the federal level have changed the overall landscape for renewable energy development in the US, but the prospects for continued renewable energy development remain bright. Dr. Terrence Chambers, Director of the DOE-designated Louisiana Regional Test Center for Emerging Solar Technologies at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette (LA RTC), will provide an overview of the renewable energy field at the national and state level, and then describe the work his team of reserachers are doing to promote renewable energy in the Gulf South region. Bio Dr. Chambers is the Donald and Janice Mosing BORSF Endowed Chair in Mechanical Engineering and the Director of the EDA funded Green Hydrogen Center of Excellence and the DOE designated Louisiana Regional Test Center for Emerging Solar Technologies at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. His research interests include solar energy, virtual reality, optimization, and artificial intelligence. He is the author of over eighty peer-reviewed publications and has been awarded over $79M in externally funded research grants. Along with numerous grants from industry and state agencies, federal grants have been obtained from NSF, DOE, NASA, USDA, EDA, US Department of Labor, and the US Department of Education. Dr. Chambers gives service to the community through a variety of committees, including recent service as a member of the Governor’s Climate Initiative Task Force. He is a registered Professional Engineer in the state of Louisiana. Invited by: Ana Dyreson

Physics Colloquium with Terri Frew

Thursday, October 23, 3 p.m.–4 p.m. | Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts, Rozsa Art Galleries, lower level

Terri Jo Frew from Michigan Tech. University, will present at this week's Physics Colloquium. Dr. Frew's presentation is titled "Nanowonder : Images of the Microscopic World". The seminar will be presented at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday (Oct.23) in Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts - Lower Level. The coffee hour will be held at 3:30 in the Fisher Hall Lobby. Abstract Join Terri Jo Frew, Director and Curator of the Rozsa Art Galleries as introduces you to the Rozsa A-Space Gallery’s current show Nanowonder: Images of the Microscopic World. This presentation is a guided tour through the art show, which consists of fascinating glimpses into the microscopic world through black and white photographs taken of everyday objects with a Hitachi Scanning Electron Microscope- a high powered magnification device that can image things up to 10,000 times what the human eye can see. Alongside these images which blend art with science, is a presentation of the physical objects scanned. Throughout this talk, insight will be given into the nature of microscopic photography, curatorial choices, and the combination of science and visual arts. Bio Terri Jo Frew (b. Sarnia, Ontario, Canada) is an artist and educator based in Houghton, Michigan, where she is a professor of Visual Art and Director of the Rozsa Art Galleries at Michigan Technological University. Terri received her MFA degree from Concordia University in Montréal Québec and a BFA from Western University, London Ontario. Her artwork has been exhibited in both solo and group exhibitions throughout the United States and abroad. Most recently, she has shown at Artlink Gallery, Fort Wayne Indiana; Overbrook Gallery, Muskegon Michigan; Crooked Tree Arts Center, Traverse City Michigan; ArtWise Gallery, Grand Forks North Dakota; Neilson Park Creative Centre, Toronto Ontario; and Edward A. Dixon Gallery, Cincinnati Ohio. Her art practice has been supported by artist residencies including The Coutts Centre Residency at the University of Lethbridge, Alberta; and Artists in Action at the Annemarie Sculpture Garden and Art Center in Solomons, Maryland.

Tech Forward 2.0 Campus Conversation — Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Thursday, October 23, 3 p.m.–3 p.m. | MUB, Alumni Lounge A & B

As noted in the Tech Forward 2.0 article published in Tech Today Monday, Sept. 22, each Tech Forward 2.0 theme/initiative and thread/pillar convener group is holding a campus conversation to share their ideas, seek feedback, and gauge interest. The conveners for the thread/pillar Innovation and Entrepreneurship are holding their campus conversation on Oct. 23 from 3-4pm in the MUB’s Alumni Lounge A & B. If this is an area that interests you, and you'd like a calendar invite sent, please complete our RSVP from. Tech Forward 2.0 Discussion - Innovation & Entrepreneurship Thursday, Oct. 23 from 3-4pm in the MUB’s Alumni Lounge A & B Pre-Meeting Survey: https://forms.gle/2XyNvmb4cHHqEq118. The survey will close at midnight Monday, Oct. 20, and those who respond to the short survey before Oct. 20 will be automatically entered for a chance to win a hand carved spoon. The conveners for the Tech Forward 2.0 thread/pillar Innovation & Entrepreneurship have several concepts to share as they begin to draft their strategic plan. The conveners are seeking feedback on these concepts as well as input of additional ideas and connections between ideas from the campus community. Michigan Tech has built the infrastructure for commercialization but has not yet developed a broadly embraced culture for innovation, commercialization, and entrepreneurship. Help us change that by taking a brief survey to help frame the campus conversation for Innovation & Entrepreneurship at: https://forms.gle/2XyNvmb4cHHqEq118. Innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization are integral to and directly support the education, research, and public service goals of Michigan Tech. Innovation involves creating economic and social value from new ideas, discoveries, and technologies. Entrepreneurship acts as the bridge that turns innovation into real-world impact, bringing together people, resources, and partnerships to move ideas from the lab to the marketplace and into society. Commercialization reinforces both innovation and entrepreneurship by turning knowledge and discoveries into tangible products, services, and ventures that generate societal and economic value. These outcomes can emerge through applied research, consulting, securing intellectual property rights, licensing to established businesses, or forming new startup enterprises. Faculty engagement in innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization enriches student learning by providing real-world examples and experiences that complement and deepen course material, while fostering a campus culture that values creativity, initiative, and impact. Concepts to be discussed include: Entrepreneurial Ecosystem & Culture - IdeaMine, the Innovation & Impact Advancement Program, and Trial By Fire create a powerful startup pipeline at Michigan Tech that rapidly transforms innovative ideas into thriving companies.Experiential Learning & Interdisciplinary Collaboration - Programs that foster hands-on, cross-disciplinary innovation by connecting makerspaces through MTU CoLab, uniting teams on real-world projects via the Megaprise, and preparing students to lead through a Product Design Major.Research Translation & External Partnerships - Efforts that extend Michigan Tech’s impact beyond campus by connecting researchers, entrepreneurs, and alumni to accelerate translational research and lab-to-market success. We look forward to your participation.

Stephanie Carpenter to discuss her published work and research

Thursday, October 23, 4:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m. | J. Robert Van Pelt and John and Ruanne Opie Library, East Reading Room

The Friends of the Michigan Tech Library will hold their 30th annual meeting at 4:30 pm on October 23, 2025, in the East Reading Room of the Van Pelt and Opie Library. Our guest speaker this year will be Stephanie Carpenter, Assistant Professor of Creative Writing in the Humanities Department at Michigan Tech. Earlier this year she published Moral Treatment (Central Mich. Univ. Press) to considerable acclaim–noted as “Thrilling, Lush New Historical Fiction,” in the NY Times Book Review (4/13/2025). Central Michigan University selected Carpenter’s book to receive the Summit Series Prize. Please join us for discussion of both her work and her research process, after a brief business meeting. Refreshments will be served. All are encouraged to attend.

Pumpkin Carving with BMES & Tau Beta Pi

Thursday, October 23, 5 p.m.–6 p.m. | Fisher 133

Calling all ghouls, goblins, and ghost-free engineers! BMES and Tau Beta Pi invite you to a fang-tastic evening of pumpkin carving. Whether you're a seasoned sculptor or just here to scoop some guts, we've got the pumpkins, tools, and Halloween spirit—you bring the creativity. 🕔 Date & Time: Thursday, October 23 at 5:00 PM 📍 Location: Fisher 133 🧛‍♂️ RSVP by Monday, October 20 to guarantee your very own pumpkin to carve! No costumes, no tricks—just treats and terrifyingly good vibes. Supplies are limited, so don’t ghost us—RSVP now!

New Orleans Alumni Social

Thursday, October 23, 6 p.m.–7 p.m. | Urban South

Calling all Huskies! Whether you're in town for the WE25 Conference or a New Orleans-based alum, you're invited to a social with Michigan Tech alumni, students, and faculty on Thursday, October 23, 2025, from 6-8 p.m. ET at Urban South. We're excited to share that Michelle Scherer, dean of the College of Engineering, will be in town and is eager to connect with alumni during the event! Come ready to share stories, network with fellow Huskies, and meet the next generation of Michigan Tech alumni! Urban South is located at 1645 Tchoupitoulas St, New Orleans, LA 70130, around a 15-minute walk from the New Orleans Convention Center. There will be a food truck on site and beverages will be available for individual purchase. Attendees will also have the chance to score some Michigan Tech swag, courtesy of the Office of Alumni Engagement. There is no cost to attend but please RSVP in advance to ensure we have an accurate headcount.

Haunted Smelter: Descent Into Madness - Michigan Tech Theatre

Thursday, October 23, 7:00 p.m.–9:30 p.m. | Quincy Smelting Works, Quincy Smelter

MICHIGAN TECH THEATRE SERIES EVENT Michigan Tech Theatre creates entertainment events for the Keweenaw, sharing the creative and scholarly work of students and faculty from the Department of Visual and Performing Arts. Each fall Michigan Tech Visual and Performing Arts Department partners with the Quincy Mine Hoist Association and the Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission to create a haunted experience for all ages. Things to know DATE | Thursday-Saturday, October 23-25, 2025 TIME | Thursday - Friday 7-10:30 p.m. & Saturday 6-10:30 p.m. with tours starting approx. every 15 mins. LOCATION | Quincy Smelting Works - 48991 Maple St, Hancock, MI 49930 EST. RUN TIME | 25 minute walk-through tours SEATING | General Admission PUBLIC TICKETS | Tickets will be available through the Quincy Mine Hoist Association at quincymine.com CONTENT GUIDANCE | Children under 13 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Attendees should expect a few steps, uneven ground, flashing lights, and jump scares. Close-toed shoes and warm clothes are recommended. A hard hat is required and provided. Thanks to Our Sponsors Support for this Michigan Tech Theatre Event provided by: and the Visual and Performing Arts Circle of Supporters. About the Performers Meet the cast, creative team, and production team in the event's digital program. Programs are published at least one day prior to the event. About the Presenter Michigan Tech Theatre creates live entertainment events for the Keweenaw, sharing the creative and scholarly work of students and faculty from the Department of Visual and Performing Arts. Performances range from traditional stage plays and musicals–performed in the McArdle Theatre or on the Rozsa stage–to haunted houses, interactive museum displays, and fashion shows. 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 Theatre Series Events. Related Events Haunted Mine - Michigan Tech Theatre Thursday-Saturday, October 23-25, 2025 | 7 p.m. Men on Boats - Michigan Tech Theatre Tuesday-Friday, November 18-21, 2025 | 7:30 p.m. Proof - Michigan Tech Theatre Thursday-Saturday, February 19-21, 2026 | 7:30 p.m. Museum Explorations - Michigan Tech Theatre Thursday-Saturday, April 9-11, 2026 | TBA time Explore upcoming Michigan Tech Theatre 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.

Meet the New ChE Chair - Midland Alumni Social

October 23, all day | Three Bridges Distillery & Taproom

Michigan Tech alumni and friends are invited to join Patrick Pinhero, new chair of the Department of Chemical Engineering, for an alumni social on Thursday, October 23, from 6-8 p.m. ET at Three Bridges Distillery and Taproom. Come ready to share stories, connect with fellow Huskies, and hear firsthand about the exciting happenings in the Department of Chemical Engineering. Food and beverages will be available for individual purchase. Three Bridges Distillery and Taproom is located at 240 E Main St, Midland, MI 48640. Attendees will also have the chance to take home some Michigan Tech swag, courtesy of the Office of Alumni Engagement. There is no charge to attend but please RSVP in advance to ensure we have an accurate headcount.