May 8, 2026

Last spring, Michigan Tech’s Enterprise Program celebrated 25 years of excellence and innovation alongside Design Expo, the annual showcase event for both Enterprise and Senior Design teams. Continuing forward as a hallmark of the Michigan Tech experience, Enterprise added three new teams during the 2025-26 academic year: Aeronautics and Rocketry, Urban Intelligence Lab, and Ink & Ore.

Nagesh Hatti, Enterprise Program director, sees the continued growth as a natural progression as Enterprise continues to respond to both the industry demands and the educational resources students have come to expect.

“The emergence of Enterprise teams in areas like aeronautics, urban intelligence, and the humanities highlights the breadth of experiential learning we offer,” said Hatti. “Whether students are working on rockets, designing systems that support human interaction in complex environments, or creating literary work, they gain real-world, interdisciplinary skills aligned with today’s industries.”

Learn more about the University’s three new Enterprise teams and their accomplishments at Michigan Tech News.

Four Houghton High School students from Michigan Tech’s CyberHusky program are among Michigan’s state champions in the 2026 Presidential AI Challenge, a nationwide competition that engages students in applying artificial intelligence tools to help their local community and solve real-world problems. 

The winning CyberHusky team demonstrated outstanding technical ability, creativity and teamwork in designing and implementing AI-driven solutions, said advisor Yu Cai, a professor in MTU’s Department of Applied Computing and associate dean of the College of Computing. 

“The CyberHusky team’s achievement reflects both the students’ dedication and the strength of Houghton High School in STEM education,” said Cai. “Their success highlights the growing impact of K-12 AI education initiatives and the importance of preparing the next generation of technology leaders.”

Led by Michigan Tech professors and students, the CyberHusky program gives local students in grades 8-12 the opportunity to experience cybersecurity and machine learning concepts and put them into practice. Team members then test their prowess in competitive state and national events.

Learn more about the team, their project and the program on the Computing News Blog.

Job Posting for Friday, May 8, 2026

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

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

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

My UP Now quoted Tom Oliver (CSEO/CEGE) in a story about Keweenaw students advancing to the national invention convention after competing in Invention Convention Michigan. The students qualified through InventCon, Michigan Tech’s youth innovation showcase for students in grades 3-12.

The Credit Union Connection mentioned Michigan Tech in coverage of Breakwater Federal Credit Union’s Financial Literacy Month programming. The story highlighted Breakwater’s partnership with Michigan Tech’s GEAR UP and TRIO Pre-College Programs to host the Bright Futures Fair, which featured hands-on entrepreneurship and financial literacy activities for local students and families.

Financial Services and Operations Lunch and Learn

Financial Services and Operations (FSO) will hold a virtual Lunch and Learn session on fiscal year-end closing deadlines on Tuesday, May 12, from 12-1 p.m. ET. 

We’ll be covering the topics from the 2026 Fiscal Year-End Closing Schedule. The schedule is located on the Controller’s Office webpage under the “Closing Schedules” subheading.

This virtual session will be hosted on Zoom and recorded for those unable to attend. Please register for the FSO Lunch and Learn to receive the Zoom link. When you sign up, you’ll have the opportunity to share any questions in advance, and we’ll be sure to address them during the session.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Jamie Meleen at jameleen@mtu.edu or 906-487-2122.

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Perceptive Content Maintenance This Weekend

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Track & Field at St. Francis Fighting Chance Invite

Friday, May 8, 12–12 a.m. | Joliet, Ill.

Track & Field at St. Francis Fighting Chance Invite Joliet, Ill.

Master's Defense: Arshad Ismail

Friday, May 8, 9–10 a.m. | Electrical Energy Resources Center (EERC), 501

Electrical and Computer Engineering Advisor: Flavio Bezerra Costa FAULT ANALYSIS IN DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS USING TRAVELING WAVES

PhD Defense: Emily Washeleski

Friday, May 8, 11 a.m.–12 p.m. | H-STEM Complex, 248

Biological Sciences Advisor: Paul Goetsch TARGETED AND SCREENING BASED APPROACHES TO ANALYZE DRM TRANSCRIPTIONAL REPRESSOR COMPLEX ACTIVITY IN CAENORHABDITIS ELEGANS Attend Virtually: https://michigantech.zoom.us/j/87280189576

Mom Prom Keweenaw 2026 - Pretty in Pink

Friday, May 8, 7:30–11:30 p.m. | Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts, Rozsa Lobby

PRESENTED BY MOM PROM KEWEENAW Mom Prom Keweenaw is an annual night out for women 21 and older that raises money for adoptive families in Houghton, Keweenaw, and Baraga counties. Enjoy appetizers, two drink tickets, dancing, and the perfect excuse to dress up! Attendees DO NOT need to be a mom to enjoy Mom Prom Keweenaw, as proceeds from the event help local women in our community become mothers through adoption. Things to know Ticket sales for Mom Prom Keweenaw end at 1 p.m. on Friday, May 8. Please note that tickets will not be available for purchase at the door for this event. View Rozsa Box Office Hours. DATE | Friday, May 8, 2026 TIME | 7:30 - 11:30 p.m. LOCATION | Rozsa Lobby EST. RUN TIME | 4 hours PUBLIC TICKETS | Early-Bird $55 (through April 1); The Full Fee $65; Full Fee Plus Donation $75 MICHIGAN TECH STUDENT RUSH TICKETS | This event is not eligible for Student Rush Tickets CONTENT GUIDANCE | 21 and older About the Presenter Mom Prom Keweenaw: a fun night out with your lady friends that supports adoption in the Keweenaw. Plan Your Visit to the Rozsa Rozsa Box Office InformationAccessibility Services Find a Digital ProgramPlan your Parking​ Get Involved…