November 23, 2021

The Department of Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) at Michigan Technological University announces auditions for An Evening of One Acts that will be produced Feb. 17-26, 2022, in McArdle Theatre.

This performance will include productions of four new works that are a collaboration with playwrights at the University of Michigan. Tech students will serve as directors for the productions. Shows will be arranged in pairs with the possibility of acting in up to two productions. The performances are curated by Kristy Dodson (VPA), visiting assistant professor of theatre and director of the recent Michigan Tech production of "The Arsonists" by Max Frisch.

Come as you are to auditions next Friday (Dec. 3) from 6-8 p.m. Auditions are open to all, including community members and students from departments outside VPA. There are roles specified for four Black female-identifying characters in one of the scripts. The other scripts are open in their actor specifications. Copies of the script will be provided for you to look over and then read for the audition.

Callbacks will be held the following Saturday and Sunday (Dec. 4-5) from noon to 3 p.m. Auditions and callbacks will be held in McArdle Theatre, located on the second floor of the Walker Arts and Humanities Center (Walker). Face coverings are required.

Plays for An Evening of One Acts include:

• "I Hope…" by Shannon Harper
• "Shaped by You" by Dana Pierangeli
• "St. Julianna’s School for Troubled Girls" by Claire Vogel
• "Taking Survey" by MacKenzie Mollison

Audition dates:

• Friday, Dec. 3, from 6-8 p.m. — Open auditions for all shows
• Saturday, Dec. 4, from noon to 3 p.m. — Callbacks
• Sunday, Dec. 5, from noon to 3 p.m. — Callbacks

There will be no Tech Today published Thursday or Friday (Nov. 25 and 26) in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.

Tech Today will resume on Monday (Nov. 29). To be included in Monday's newsletter, items must be submitted by noon tomorrow (Nov. 24) using our Submit a Story form. 

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We are so thankful to all who have returned to theatre so far this semester! Have a wonderful week — and here is some information about the next two weekends, filled with holiday joy at the Rozsa!

• Home for the Holidays Gift Market — Saturday (Nov. 27), 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
  The annual holiday tradition returns to the Rozsa Lobby! Gather your family for a wonderful day at this unique holiday gift market featuring high-quality, hand-crafted items to decorate your home, stuff stockings and give as the perfect gifts to your loved ones. Check out the list of vendors.
  
  • Face coverings: Required for volunteers, staff and attendees at this event. Please visit the Rozsa COVID-19 Policies for the most up-to-date information.
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• "The Nutcracker" — Friday-Sunday, Dec. 3-5
  Embrace the timeless holiday magic of "The Nutcracker" with your whole family this holiday season. Set to Tchaikovsky’s iconic score, the tale of Clara and her Nutcracker prince and filled with mischievous mice, twirling treats and shimmering snowflakes, the Minnesota Ballet's new production of "The Nutcracker" ballet with the Keweenaw Symphony Orchestra promises special Christmas memories and features local dancers from the Superior School of Dance.
  • Note on seating: Reserved seating will be utilized for all performances. The Rozsa tier and all wheelchair-accessible seats will be socially distanced, pod-style seating.
  • Tickets: $28 for adults and $12 for youth. Michigan Tech students can attend for free and bring a friend with the Experience Tech Fee. Tickets are available by phone at 906-487-2073, online and in person at the Central Ticketing Office in the Student Development Complex. The Rozsa Box Office will also be open for ticket purchases two hours prior to performances.
  • Face coverings: Required for volunteers, staff and audience members at these events. Please visit the Rozsa COVID-19 Policies for the most up-to-date information.
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• Big Bean Burrito Zoom Reception — Friday, Dec. 3, 5-7 p.m.
  Join us for a Zoom reception from 5-7 p.m. as Michigan Tech sculpture, installation and design students showcase their work in this end-of-semester art exhibit.

The Institute of Computing and Cybersystems' (ICC's) Joint Center for Biocomputing and Digital Health will host a lecture on Monday (Nov. 29) from noon to 1 p.m. in Kanwal and Ann Rehki Hall (Rekhi), Room 214.

Zhou He, M.S., will present "Knowledge discovery on the integrative analysis of mechanical and electrical dyssynchrony to improve cardiac resynchronization therapy."

Read more on the Institute of Computing and Cybersystems Blog.

Anna Jonynas is the GLIAC Player of the Year. The honor was announced among the rest of this year's volleyball award winners and all-conference teams on Saturday (Nov. 20) between semifinal games.

In total, five Huskies received honors: 

• Anna Jonynas — GLIAC Player of the Year, GLIAC Offensive Player of the Year, selected to the All-GLIAC First Team. 
• Laura De Marchi — GLIAC Setter of the Year, selected to the All-GLIAC First Team. 
• Olivia Ghormley — Selected to the All-GLIAC First Team.
• Carissa Beyer — Selected to the All-GLIAC Second Team.
• Jillian Kuizenga — Selected as an All-GLIAC Honorable Mention.

Read more at the Michigan Tech Athletics website.

The Michigan Tech women's basketball added one more to their win streak before their first defeat of the year.

Friday (Nov. 19), Ellie Mackay reached 1,000 career points and the Huskies made timely jump shots down the stretch to defeat the University of Minnesota Crookston 65-57 in nonconference play at the SDC Gym.

Mackey totaled 11 points to become the 27th player in Husky history to cross the 1,000 point mark, but it was teammate Katelyn Meister with 18 points who led the Huskies over the Eagles. Clara Johnson also had a strong performance with 10 points, including 3-of-4 shooting from the 3-point arc.

On Saturday (Nov. 20), No. 18 University of Minnesota Duluth ended Tech's three-game win streak — the Huskies fell 67-50 at the SDC Gym. Brooke Olson totaled 17 points, a majority of which came in the paint. The Bulldogs limited the Huskies to under 33% shooting on their home court.

"They're a phenomenal team that is well coached," head coach Sam Clayton said of the Bulldogs. "Their defensive urgency was really good and forced us to make tough shots all night."

Read more at the Michigan Tech Athletics website.

Michigan Tech's hockey team won its first match against Bemidji State, but the Beavers were victorious in the second.

The Huskies earned their second straight CCHA road win with a 4-3 victory at No. 20 Bemidji State on Friday (Nov. 19). Tristan Ashbrook had a pair of goals in the victory.

"I thought our guys played extremely hard and were resilient all night," Tech coach Joe Shawhan said. "These are huge league points for us against a ranked team and highly respected team."

On Saturday (Nov. 20), Michigan Tech lost to the Beavers 4-3 at the Sanford Center. The Huskies are now 6-5 overall and 3-3 in the CCHA.

"Bemidji earned the win tonight for sure," Shawhan said. "I thought we had really good performances from some players tonight, but they played a more competitive game than last night. It's not going to get any easier as the season continues, so we need to keep working at it."

Read more at the Michigan Tech Athletics website.

Owen White posted 24 points to help Michigan Tech men's basketball to a win over Minnesota Crookston 83-72 Saturday (Nov. 20) at Lysaker Gymnasium.

The Huskies rallied for 53 points in the first half and kept the Eagles at bay in the second to move to 2-1 in nonconference play. Eric Carl also scored 20 points with four 3-pointers while Trent Bell stoked the defense with seven rebounds and four steals.

"Any road win is a good win," said head coach Josh Buettner. "We really executed well in the first half. Credit to Crookston with how hard they played in the second half. They seized the momentum. I was proud of our guys for making plays down the stretch to pull out the win."

Read more at the Michigan Tech Athletics website.

The No. 20 Michigan Tech volleyball team won their semifinal match to advance to the final round of the GLIAC tournament, then lost a hard-fought championship match.

The Huskies advanced to the GLIAC championship with a 3-1 victory over Davenport Saturday (Nov. 20) at the SDC Gym. The Huskies won 16-25, 25-14, 25-21 and 27-25.

"It was a gutsy team win," Tech coach Matt Jennings said. "I'm very happy we advanced. Every win is a big one, especially in the playoffs. That's a team that's been playing good ball. They improved all year and were playing their best. We dug deep as a team and got it done."

On Sunday (Nov. 21), Ferris State defeated the Huskies 3-2 in the championship match at the SDC Gym. The Huskies won the first and third sets (25-21 and 25-15). The Bulldogs took the second (25-21), fourth (25-19) and fifth (16-14).

"This one stings because we fell short, but we are still alive," Jennings said. "We're going to play in the NCAA. It's just a matter of where. This team fought as hard as I've ever seen. If you were here today, you were witness to a dandy. It's unfortunate we didn't have our full team, but that's even more of a testament to the group we did have today. I couldn't be more proud."

Michigan Tech is 24-6 overall. The NCAA bracket was slated to be announced yesterday (Nov. 22) at 7:30 p.m. Read more at the Michigan Tech Athletics website.

Tuesday (Nov. 23)
• Huskies Drive Time, 7:30-8 a.m. on Mix 93 WKMJ

Friday (Nov. 26)
• Women's Basketball vs. MSU Moorhead, 3 p.m. on Mix 93 WKMJ
• Hockey vs. Ferris State, 7:07 p.m. at MacInnes Student Ice Arena on Mix 93 WKMJ

Saturday (Nov. 27)
• Men's Basketball vs. Minnesota Duluth, 2 p.m. at SDC Gym on Mix 93 WKMJ
• Women's Basketball at Northern State, 6 p.m. on 920 AM/107.3 FM WMPL
• Hockey vs. Ferris State, 6:07 p.m. at MacInnes Student Ice Arena on Mix 93 WKMJ

Sunday (Nov. 28)
• Men's Basketball vs. St. Cloud State, 1 p.m. at SDC Gym on Mix 93 WKMJ

Job Postings for Tuesday, Nov. 23, 2021

Staff and faculty job descriptions are available on the Human Resources website. For more information regarding staff positions, call 906-487-2280 or email mtujobs@mtu.edu.

For more information regarding faculty positions, contact the academic department in which the position is posted. 

Administrative Aide 8 (12 months/ 40 hours/ first shift) #21315, Chemical Engineering (UAW posting Nov. 23 to Dec. 1, 2021 — internal UAW applicants are given first consideration if they apply during the internal UAW posting dates). Apply online.

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

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

Face Coverings Required Indoors on Campus

While Michigan Tech is at Health and Safety Level Two, face coverings must be worn indoors. This applies to all students, employees and visitors, regardless of vaccination status.

Michigan Tech strongly recommends that all employees and students continue with handwashing and hand-sanitizing practices, especially in light of the virulence of the COVID-19 delta variant. Please be aware that if you are exposed to COVID-19, quarantine guidelines vary depending on vaccination status. 

In Level Two, students and employees are not required to monitor their symptoms daily prior to coming to campus. But, individuals should be mindful of their own symptoms. A useful monitoring tool is available from the CDC. 

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On-Demand COVID-19 Testing Available on Campus

Walk-in, on-demand COVID-19 testing is available to Michigan Tech students and employees during the fall 2021 semester.

Testing is located in the Datolite Room at the MUB on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. There is no cost to be tested, and no appointment is needed. 

Please note: Testing will not be offered today or Thursday (Nov. 23 or 25) during the week of Michigan Tech's Thanksgiving recess.

Read more COVID-19 Testing Information on the MTU Flex website.

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Submit Your Proof of Vaccination or Receive an Exception by Jan. 4

Full-time, part-time, temporary and student employees of Michigan Tech are affected by the federal contractor vaccination/exception mandate, which goes into effect at Michigan Tech on Jan. 4.

Information on where to get vaccinated in the local area is available on the COVID-19 Vaccine page on the MTU Flex website.

For employees who are fully vaccinated, submitting proof of vaccination is a secure and confidential process and can be done in person or online.

Information on how to apply for a medical or religious exception to the federal mandate is posted on the Vaccination for Federal Contractors page on the MTU Flex website.

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Commencement Team Seeking Volunteers

The Commencement Team is seeking volunteers for the Midyear Commencement ceremony. We need volunteers to serve as greeters, coordinate graduate check-in, collect tickets at the door and assist guests with special seating accommodations.

The ceremony is Dec. 18. Volunteers are asked to arrive by 8 a.m. and stay until the end of the ceremony, which ends at approximately 12:30 p.m. More information regarding the ceremony may be found on the commencement website. An optional volunteer training will be scheduled during the week of commencement.

Please sign up by Dec. 10 if you would like to volunteer. Contact Chad Arney at caarney@mtu.edu if you have any questions.

This special weekend cannot happen without the help of our amazing Michigan Tech community!

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