January 19, 2022

Applications for Summer 2022 Finishing Fellowships are being accepted and are due no later than 4 p.m. on March 2 to the Graduate School. Please email applications to gradschool@mtu.edu.

Instructions on the application and evaluation process are found online. Students are eligible if all of the following criteria are met:

1. Must be a Ph.D. student.
2. Must expect to finish during the semester supported as a finishing fellow.
3. Must have submitted no more than one previous application for a Finishing Fellowship.
4. Must be eligible for candidacy (tuition charged at Research Mode rate) at the time of application.
5. Must not hold a final oral examination ("defense") prior to the start of the award semester.

Finishing Fellowships provide support to Ph.D. candidates who are close to completing their degrees. These fellowships are available through the generosity of alumni and friends of the University. They are intended to recognize outstanding Ph.D. candidates who are in need of financial support to finish their degrees and are also contributing to the attainment of goals outlined in The Michigan Tech Strategic Plan.

The Graduate School anticipates funding up to 10 fellowships with support ranging from $2,000 to full support (stipend plus tuition). Students who receive full support through a Finishing Fellowship may not accept any other employment. For example, students cannot be fully supported by a Finishing Fellowship and accept support as a GTA or GRA.

The Office of Sustainability and Resilience invites you to participate in a public forum as part of a strategic planning process to develop campus sustainability goals that will lead us into the future.

The forum will take place in the MUB Alumni Lounge on Jan. 27. To maximize participation, there will be two back-to-back “identical” 75-minute sessions, one from 4-5:15 p.m. and another from 5:30-6:45 p.m.

Director of Sustainability Alan Turnquist will begin each session with a brief overview of the motivations, process and draft framework before facilitating a discussion. Participants will have the opportunity to contribute to broader visioning and provide specific comments on targets and timelines in the draft framework.

There are other opportunities for public input, including a second public forum planned for April 15 from 4-7 p.m. in the Alumni Lounge. There is also Google form on the MTU sustainability website where anyone with an @mtu address can comment throughout the semester.

Please send any questions or comments to sustainability@mtu.edu.

Congratulations to the spring 2022 King-Chávez-Parks (KCP) Future Faculty Fellowship Award recipient, Brittany Nelson!

Nelson is currently a Ph.D. candidate in applied cognitive science and human factors advised by Erich Petushek.

"My interest in teaching allowed me to take many powerful lessons from my master's degree in applied cognitive science and share them with students when I was a visiting professor at Finlandia University," said Nelson. "This position opened my eyes to how instructors can empower students through teaching. From this experience, I gained a passion for and concrete skills in how to be a professor."

Read more about Nelson in her bio on the Graduate School Newsblog.

Students who are completing a dissertation, thesis or report are invited to join the Graduate School to learn about the resources available to them to assist in scheduling their defense, formatting their documents and submitting their documents. In one afternoon, you can learn everything you need to be successful and complete your degree in a timely fashion. Faculty and staff who assist students with submissions are also welcome to attend. Attend the entire event, or stop in for the seminar that interests you.

Seminar information:

• Submission and Formatting 101: Master the Dissertation, Thesis and Report Process
  • Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2-4 p.m., MUB Ballroom A
  • See a detailed schedule on our blog.
  • Register to attend and receive participation instructions.
  • Register to receive handouts via email or attend online. The seminar will be available online as well as on campus.

If you are unable to join us, the event will be taped and available online after the event. The previous semester’s seminars are always available online.

Information on submitting, formatting and more can be found online for dissertations and theses or reports.

The next Mechanical Engineering-Engineering Mechanics (ME-EM) graduate seminar speaker will present at 4 p.m. tomorrow (Jan. 20) in Fisher Hall, Room 135.

Pete Worden will present “The Alpha Centauri System: A Beckoning Neighbour.”

Worden, who retired as a brigadier general from the U.S. Air Force and holds a Ph.D. in astronomy, is the chairman of the Breakthrough Prize Foundation and executive director of the foundation’s Breakthrough Initiatives.

After helping the Michigan Tech women's basketball team to a road win over Wayne State on Jan. 13, Alex Rondorf was named GLIAC North Division Player of the Week.

Rondorf played 36 minutes and matched a career-high 21 points with three rebounds, three steals and one assist. She shot 8-for-12 from the field, including 3-for-5 from 3-point range, and made a pair of free throws.

Rondorf has 11 games in double figures this season and leads the team in both assists and steals.

Read more at the Michigan Tech Athletics website.

The Michigan Tech hockey team's Blake Pietila has been named the CCHA Goaltender of the Week for the second time this season.

Pietila backstopped Michigan Tech to a CCHA series sweep at Lake Superior State over the weekend with a pair of 3-0 shutouts. He earned his fourth and fifth shutouts of the season with 21 saves and 11 saves, respectively, and now has eight career shutouts.

Pietila ranks fourth in the nation in shutouts, seventh in goals-against average (1.81) and second in the CCHA in save percentage (.921). He has started all 21 games for the Huskies and is 12-8-1.

Read more at the Michigan Tech Athletics website.

The Michigan Tech men's basketball team had their win streak snapped over the weekend, but they have a chance to bounce back this week when they host a pair of South Division opponents.

The Huskies will face Grand Valley State tomorrow (Jan. 20) at 7:30 p.m. and Davenport on Saturday (Jan. 22) at 2 p.m. during Alumni Weekend.

Both games will be streamed live via the Huskies' Stretch Internet Portal with live statistics. Fans can also listen on Mix 93.5 FM with Mitch Lake on radio play-by-play.

Read more at the Michigan Tech Athletics website.

Michigan Tech women's basketball is home this week to face No. 12 Grand Valley State tomorrow (Jan. 20) at 5:30 p.m., followed by Davenport on Saturday (Jan. 22) at noon.

The Huskies are back to their winning ways after the holiday break, with recent conference wins over Wisconsin-Parkside and Wayne State. Tech is in first place in the GLIAC North Division at 5-1, 10-4 overall.

Both of this week's contests can be heard on Mix 93.5 FM and watched via the Huskies' Stretch Internet Portal, with live statistics.

Read more at the Michigan Tech Athletics website.

Job Postings for Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2022

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. 

Lecturer, Engineering Fundamentals. 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.

Simon Carn (GMES) was quoted by Axios in a story about the Tonga volcano eruption’s potential to lower global temperatures. In addition, a tweet by Carn about the eruption’s sulfur dioxide columns was quoted by The Seattle Times.

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Darnishia Morris (PHC) was mentioned in WLUC TV6 and WJMN Local 3 news stories about Northern Michigan University’s Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration. Morris was the keynote speaker at the event.

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A guest article by doctoral student in energy and environmental policy Kathleen Brosemer was published by the Keweenaw Now blog. The article reflected on Brosemer’s experience as part of MTU's delegation to COP26, the U.N. Climate Change Conference in Glasgow, Scotland.

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 make choices to protect themselves, such as getting vaccinated, wearing high-filtration face coverings, and practicing enhanced sanitation and physical distancing where possible — especially in light of the increased transmissibility of the COVID-19 omicron 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 spring 2022 semester.

Testing is available every week in the Rozsa Center basement Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. There is no cost to be tested, and no appointment is needed. 

The consent form is now online and can be completed anytime between 8:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. on the day of your visit.

More COVID-19 Testing Information for the Michigan Tech community is available on the MTU Flex website.

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Data Management Plans and the DMP Tool

Many research proposals require a data management plan (DMP) and any research project could benefit from having one. Join the library and Ryan Williams, assistant director of the Geospatial Research Facility, at noon today (Jan. 19) to learn about DMPs and how to write one using the DMPTool.

This virtual session will cover why and how to create a DMP. Attendees will leave with an understanding of the purpose of a DMP, will recognize the value of these documents and will be able to use the DMPTool to easily create one.

Registration is required for this virtual workshop. Zoom info will be provided via email to registered attendees.

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This Weekend at the Rozsa

This weekend, you are invited to our winter Weekend of New Music at the Rozsa!

• Water Music: New Music Inspired by the Great Lakes — Friday, Jan. 21, 7:30 p.m.
  The American Wild Ensemble takes the stage to perform new music by living composers inspired by all five great lakes. The program includes the world premiere of a piece about Lake Superior, written by Michigan Tech's own Libby Meyer.
  Tickets: $15 for adults and $5 for youth. Michigan Tech students can attend for free and bring a friend with the Experience Tech Fee.
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• Student Composition Reading and Masterclass — Saturday, Jan. 22, 3 p.m.
  Composer-in-residence Stephen Lias and the American Wild Ensemble lead a masterclass of Michigan Tech students' compositions. There is no pre-registration or ticketing and all are welcome to this free event.
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• The Music of Stephen Lias — Saturday, Jan. 22, 7:30 p.m.
  "Adventure-composer." Has there ever been a more perfect combination of words for music in the Copper Country? Stephen Lias, artist-in-residence at Michigan Tech just before this concert, is literally an adventure-composer. He writes music inspired by his outdoor adventures in national parks and other natural wonders he encounters in his exciting life on the go.
  Tickets: $15 for adults and $5 for youth. Michigan Tech students can attend for free and bring a friend with the Experience Tech Fee.
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Tickets for these events are available in by phone at 906-487-2073, online or 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. 

Note: Face coverings are required for volunteers, staff and audience members at these events. Please visit the Rozsa COVID-19 Policies for the most up-to-date information.

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

7 Days of MUB!

Wednesday, January 19, 8 a.m.–6 p.m. | Online

Welcome back to the Spring semester, MUB Board is ready to start things off with a bang! Join us for a variety of events, both in-person and online, to learn about what MUB...

VPR Research Series: Automate Your Funding Search - Using Grant Forward

Wednesday, January 19, 12 p.m.–1 p.m.

If you're looking for funding for your research, educational program, or scholarly activity, set aside this hour on your calendar: noon to 1 p.m. on Wed. Jan. 19. In this...

Data Management Plans and the DMPTool

Wednesday, January 19, 12:05 p.m.–1:00 p.m.

Many research proposals require a data management plan (DMP) and any research project could benefit from having one. Join the library and Ryan Williams, Assistant Director of...

Sledding

Wednesday, January 19, 4 p.m.–5 p.m. | Swedetown Nordic Ski Trails

Full send it down some nordic trails! Bring your own sled if you have it. the more the merrier! Contact: Nick Jones - (269) 924-6909 for additional information

Business Model Boot Camp

Wednesday, January 19, 5 p.m.–7 p.m. | Minerals and Materials Engineering Building (M&M), U113

If you plan to compete in the Bob Mark Business Model Pitch Competition (January 27th), or if you’d like to learn how to develop a business model, this workshop is for you....

Resume Session

Wednesday, January 19, 5:00 p.m.–5:50 p.m.

DZ Week:

Wednesday, January 19, 6 p.m.–7 p.m. | Delta Zeta House

Starting January 13th, Delta Zeta will be hosting a series of Recruitment Events where we welcome you to hang out, have some fun, and meet some sisters! These events are all...

Middle School Volleyball Development League

Wednesday, January 19, 6:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m. | Student Development Complex (SDC), Multipurpose Room

A four-week developmental program for middle school girls in grades 7 & 8 to learn and improve their skills in preparation for the upcoming interscholastic season. This...

Open Rock Climbing

Wednesday, January 19, 6 p.m.–8 p.m. | Student Development Complex (SDC), Multipurpose Room Climbing Wall

All ages (we can allow all ages to climb as long as we have the proper fitting equipment). No need to sign up, just stop by the Climbing Wall between 6 and 8 pm Monday through...

Summer Youth Programs Hiring Information Session 2

Wednesday, January 19, 6 p.m.–7 p.m. | Memorial Union Building (MUB), Alumni Lounge

Spend a summer in Houghton and get paid!! Each year Summer Youth Programs (SYP) employs approximately 60 students (undergraduate and graduate) to help run our Summer Youth...

USG Weekly Meeting

Wednesday, January 19, 7 p.m.–9 p.m. | MUB Alumni Lounge - 107 B&C

This meeting includes weekly updates from all representatives, liaison positions, and committees. Official business carried out by USG is conducted throughout old and new...