August 11, 2025

A novel flotation-based method for mineral processing created by Lei Pan (ChE) has made its way from his Michigan Tech lab to regional mining operations, including Eagle Mine in northwestern Marquette County and the NewRange copper nickel mine in Minnesota.

"It has been a pleasure to work with the mining industry. Being able to directly communicate with industrial professionals and understand the challenges faced in the industry can greatly help the R&D efforts," said Pan. "In addition, students are better educated and motivated by the real problems faced in the industry and will be better positioned for their careers."

Read about research that's advancing the mining industry toward reliable supply chains and net-zero emissions in our 2025 Michigan Tech Magazine.

Thinking about proposing an Essential Ed Experience (E3) course during this white binder process? Join an IDEAhub facilitated workshop to prototype a rough course outline that would be ready for the upcoming course proposal process.

The workshop is scheduled for Aug. 20 from 10 a.m. to noon in Library 243. Light refreshments will be provided.

RSVP for the Aug. 20 workshop by next Monday, Aug. 18.

Can't make this workshop? There will be another one offered in late September. Please reach out to E3 Manager Cassandra Reed-VanDam at cmvandam@mtu.edu with any questions.

Event Details:

• What: Essential Ed Experience Course Proposal Workshop
• When: Wednesday, Aug. 20, from 10 a.m. to noon
• Where: Library 243

Are you interested in taking your idea, technology or process commercial? Entrepreneurially minded faculty, staff, graduate and undergraduate students, alumni and local community teams are invited to attend the Great Lakes Region Hub National Science Foundation (NSF) I-Corps program hosted at Michigan Tech. Join us for a series of five virtual workshops this fall.

Course Description
Using the scientific process, customer discovery, and the business model canvas, teams will work to validate key business hypotheses and develop a scalable business model.

Course Benefits
Upon completion of the workshop and the customer discovery interviews (20), you or your team may be eligible for a mini-grant of up to $1,000 for continued customer discovery.

Teams with deep technology who complete the program may become eligible for the NSF I-Corps National Team Program and a $50,000 grant. Participation in the workshop can lead to qualification for research and other funding from several granting agencies, including the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs and various state and regional programs.

Past participants have reported that they saved time and money by better understanding potential applications of their technology and improved their ability to receive add-on funding.

Register to Participate by Sept. 2.

Our fall cohort will meet online via Zoom on the following dates:

• Aug. 31 to Sept. 5 — Pre I-Corps team meetings/orientation
• Sept. 8 — Workshop 1: Kickoff
• Sept. 15 — Workshop 2
• Sept. 22 — No meeting. Continue customer discovery, meet with mentor.
• Sept. 29 — Workshop 3
• Oct. 6 — Workshop 4
• Oct. 13 — Workshop 5: Wrap-up

The College of Sciences and Arts Dean's Office will be closed today, Aug. 11, for our College retreat.

The office will reopen tomorrow, Aug. 12, at 8 a.m.

Are you moving to a new office or campus location? Michigan Tech IT wants to make sure the transition goes as smoothly as possible.

Please submit a request at least two weeks in advance of your move date. We will arrange to transfer your phone and computer and ensure they are connected properly in your new space.

For questions or concerns, we can help. Email IT at it-help@mtu.edu or call 906-487-1111.

Job Postings for Monday, Aug. 11, 2025

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.

L​ab and Academic Specialist, Electrical and Computer Engineering. Apply online.

S​enior Office Assistant (12 months, 40 hours), Financial Services and Operations (UAW posting dates Aug. 11 to Aug. 15, 2025 — external applicants are encouraged to apply; however, 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 humanresources@mtu.edu.

Angie Carter (SS) is a co-author of a Perspective article published in npj Sustainable Agriculture.

The article is titled "Data Feminism as a guide for agricultural research."

An article written by Jonathan Robins (SS) reflecting on the history and contemporary role of plastic in the craft and "maker" cultural movements was published by the Network in Canadian History & Environment (NiCHE).

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Amy Landis (COE) was profiled by Women in Academia Report in a story covering women recently appointed to academic leadership roles. Landis was announced as the College of Engineering's new associate dean of graduate and online education in July.

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The Cranbrook Daily Townsman mentioned Michigan Tech in a story about a gathering of Cranbrook Colts alumni to celebrate the legacy of the junior hockey team franchise. Former MTU hockey forward Colin Patterson, a former coach of the Colts and a member of MTU’s 1964-65 NCAA championship team, was quoted in the story, which was picked up by 11 regional news outlets.

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The Iron Mountain Daily News mentioned late Michigan Tech alum Kenneth Hendrickson (B.S. Metallurgy) in a story about a statue dedication honoring his parents, Otto and Esther Hendrickson, in Republic, Michigan.

Become Mental Health First Aid Certified

The next opportunity for students and staff to become Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Certified is Aug. 29 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

This Mental Health First Aid course teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. The training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial help and support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem or experiencing a crisis.

Two hours of pre-work are required through online modules ahead of the in-person training date. The deadline to sign up is Aug. 20. Cost for participants is $55 and includes all required materials for the course. Sign up today using the Mental Health First Aid registration form.

Please direct any questions to Sarah Dowd at sedowd@mtu.edu.

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PhD Defense: Emily Miller

Monday, August 11, 11 a.m.–12 p.m. | Minerals and Materials Engineering Building (M&M), 610

Materials Science and Engineering Co-advisors: Yongmei Jin and Jingfeng Jiang Ultrasound Shear Wave Elastography: Development of Tissue Models and Investigation of Shear...

Master's Defense: Khadiza Tun Suha

Monday, August 11, 2:30–3:30 p.m.

Biomedical Engineering Advisor: Jingfeng Jiang COMPUTATIONAL HEMODYNAMIC ANALYSIS OF OF TYPE A AND TYPE B AORTIC DISSECTIONS Attend Virtually: https://zoom.us/j/99735894156