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1. What Makes Our State Great? Michigan Tech's Winter Carnival! |
by Marcia Goodrich, senior writer
"From All Over the State, What Makes Michigan Great" is the theme for the 2012 Winter Carnival, and this annual festival of fun in the cold is definitely one of the greatest events in the Great Lakes State.
There's lots more to Winter Carnival than statues, but these elaborate concoctions of snow and ice are what attract thousands of visitors to Houghton every year.
Snow Statues, Feb. 8-11
Student organizations competing in the monthlong snow statue category have been crafting their intricate works of icy art since one minute after midnight on Jan. 6. On Wednesday, Feb. 8, they will be joined by dozens of other student groups competing in the All-Nighter category. From 10 p.m. until 8 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 9, campus will be alive with snow sculptors and plenty of visitors to view their handiwork. Music, food and fun stretch into the small hours of the morning.
The statues are at their pristine best Thursday through Saturday, Feb. 9-11, when visitors flock to campus. Horse-drawn sleigh rides are available all three days starting at 9:30 a.m. Sled dog rides begin at 11 a.m. Friday and 10 a.m. Saturday, with sled dog races set for 10 a.m. Saturday. Sleigh rides and sled dog events are headquartered at DHH.
The Admissions Office holds campus tours on Friday, Feb. 10, starting at 8:30 a.m., and on Saturday, Feb. 11, starting at noon. The J. R. Van Pelt and John and Ruanne Opie Library will host a hot chocolate warm-up and book sale on Saturday, Feb. 11, starting at 11 a.m.
There's plenty more to see and do during Carnival season. Here's what's on tap:
Ice Fishing Contest, Feb. 4
Prizes are awarded for the three heaviest Northern pike and walleye plucked from the waters of Chassell Bay starting at 8 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 4. Download a registration form from the Blue Key website.
Winter Carnival Queen Talent Competition and Coronation, Feb. 4
Eight contestants will vie for the Winter Carnival Queen title on Saturday, Feb. 4, at the Rozsa Center. The talent portion of the competition begins at 7 p.m., and the winner is crowned at the end of the evening. The winner is chosen by a vote of the campus and the community.
Beards Competition, Feb. 9
Students have been growing their facial hair since Nov. 30 and will be judged on a variety of factors, including "overall creativity in presentation." The contest is set for 1 p.m. ,Thursday, Feb. 9, in Room 135 of Fisher Hall.
Stage Revue, Feb. 9
You'll never see anything like the Stage Revue on Broadway. Student groups have been working for weeks to put together the productions known on campus as skits. The Stage Revue will be held at 7 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 9, in the Rozsa Center.
Hockey, Feb. 10-11
Michigan Tech will face off against Nebraska Omaha at the MacInnes Student Ice Arena at 7:07 p.m. Friday and 5:07 p.m. Saturday.
Bigfoot Snowshoe Event
This community snowshoe get-together starts at 8:30 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 11, in the Multipurpose Room of the SDC. For more information, email Amber Dessellier at adessel@mtu.edu.
Torchlight Parade, Fireworks, Feb. 11
Torchbearers ski down the slopes of Mont Ripley Saturday at 8:30 p.m., followed by a fireworks display at 9 p.m.
Comedian Bo Burnham, Feb. 11
The star of "Zach Stone is Gonna Be Famous" comes to the Rozsa Center at 9 p.m. Parents might want to get a babysitter for the kids.
Snow Ball, Feb. 11
Winter Carnival's last dance begins at 9 p.m. in the Memorial Union Ballroom.
Throughout Carnival, student groups compete with a surprising level of ferocity in a number of sports you won't see just anywhere. Stop by and check them out at the places and times below.
Curling--Calumet Drill House
Stones, brooms, the whole bit
6 p.m., Friday, Feb. 3
10 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 4
10 a.m., Sunday, Feb. 5
Cross Country Skiing--Michigan Tech Trails
1 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 4
Skating--Dee Stadium
8 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 4
Broomball--Campus rinks
Michigan Tech's signature intramural sport
9 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 31
10:30 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 1
9:30 p.m., Thursday. Feb. 2
9:30 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 7
Snow Volleyball--Practice fields near the Student Development Complex
Beach volleyball, without the beach
10 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 4
10 a.m., Sunday, Feb. 5
10 a.m., Friday, Feb. 10
Ice Bowling--Dee Stadium
9 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 31
10:30 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 1
9:30 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 2
9:30 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 7
Yooper Sprint--SDC practice fields
A hybrid of snowshoe and ski races
11 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 4
Human Dogsled Races--SDC practice fields
Without the dogs . . .
11 a.m., Friday, Feb. 10
Tug-o-War--SDC practice fields
11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 10
Downhill Skiing--Mont Ripley
12:30 p.m., Friday, Feb. 10
Snowboarding--Mont Ripley
3 p.m., Friday, Feb. 10 |
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2. More Accolades for Tech MBA Online |
The School of Business and Economics has another reason to cheer: SuperScholar, an online education and career information website, has named the Tech MBA Online among the top 25 in the nation, coming in at number 20.
Recently, Tech's MBA Online was ranked among the honor roll programs in first-ever online rankings by US News and World Report.
The SuperScholar website singles out Tech's program "for its emphasis on innovation, technology and entrepreneurship"--all prominent features of Tech's online MBA program, which, like the School itself, is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
School of Business and Economics Dean Darrell Radson said, "Our Tech MBA Online has once again been recognized as a top MBA program internationally. It also confirms that we are aligned with the changing trends in our global economy by offering a flexible, online learning environment focused on innovation and technology management with an international business perspective."
The SuperScholar editors say they designed their "Smart Choice" ranking of online MBA programs to help fill a void of quality rankings and reviews of online degree programs, as well as provide prospective students with help in finding the best degree program for them.
After researching all online MBA programs accredited by AACSB or by regional accrediting agencies, SuperScholar ranked the top 25 schools based on quality, marketability and affordability--as determined by market reputation, admissions selectivity, accreditation and cost.
AACSB accreditation is considered the highest standard of achievement for business schools worldwide. Being AACSB-accredited means a business school is able to continuously pass a set of strict standards that are designed to ensure quality. The School of Business and Economics successfully completed reaccreditation requirements in spring 2011. |
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3. An Alert from Facilities |
submitted by Bill Mitchell, coordinator for sustainability
Recycling printer cartridges: Used printer cartridges can be sent to Central Receiving, a unit of Facilities, for recycling. Cartridges and More in Houghton has agreed to pick them up and will recycle them. |
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4. Reminder: Tech Enterprise Team Presents Session on Public Transit |
The Michigan Tech Transportation Enterprise's public transit team is sponsoring a community forum on public transit for 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 1, at the Portage Lake District Library in downtown Houghton. Guest speakers will be Houghton City Manager Scott MacInnes and Hancock City Manager Glenn Anderson.
The Transportation Enterprise is working on a multiyear project to increase the use, efficiency and sustainability of the Houghton and Hancock transit systems. Professional advisors and industry sponsors are working with the students, as are the Houghton and Hancock city managers.
At the open forum, community members can voice their comments, concerns or suggestions related to the transit systems. Those unable to attend may email their comments to mtutransitproject-l@mtu.edu . All community input will be considered as the project moves forward. |
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5. Plant Seeds in the Snow |
Master gardener Lynn Watson will teach hardy gardeners how to plant seeds outdoors in the winter. Her presentation, "Winter Sowing," is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 2, at the Portage Lake District Library in downtown Houghton.
Watson will show participants how to plant seeds outdoors right now, using mini-greenhouses made of translucent plastic recyclables that are placed in the snow to sow seeds all winter. "Vigorous plants growing outdoors need no hardening off." Watson explains. "I used this method at Michigan Tech in 2011, and it works."
Library programs are free and open to everyone. |
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6. First Friday University Social |
Faculty, staff and graduate students are invited to attend the February First Friday University Social from 4 to 6 p.m., Feb. 3, in the Memorial Union Alumni Lounge. Complimentary soda and snacks will be served. There will be a cash bar.
The Vice President for Research is this month's departmental sponsor. This is a great opportunity for you to come and mingle with the VP for Research staff and your colleagues.
First Friday University Socials began in 2006 to provide a casual setting for members of the campus community to get together informally, share their work and get to know each other. Such informal gatherings often lead to more productive work relationships and an appreciation for diversity.
In an effort to increase the effectiveness of the initiative, this academic year will continue to feature departmental partners who will sponsor each month's event. The next social will be on Friday, March 3. |
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7. Khana Khazana Starts New Lunch Program |
Members of the Khana Khazana will run a new trail program, Abhi's Grill, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., today, at the Memorial Union Food Court. This week's menu will include bread pakora, a bread appitizer similar to a fritter; samosas, a stuffed deep fried snack; and tea.
This new program will showcase simple Indian lunch items prepared by graduate student Abhinav Sharma and members of the Khana Khazana. |
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8. Jennings Hired to Lead Volleyball |
by Wes Frahm, director, athletic communications and marketing
Athletic Director Suzanne Sanregret announced the hiring of Matt Jennings as the school's new volleyball coach. Jennings, who has had success as both a head and assistant coach, served the last three seasons as an assistant women's volleyball coach at NCAA Division I University of Pittsburgh of the Big East.
"We are thrilled to get someone with Matt's credentials to lead our volleyball program," said Sanregret. "He has significant recruiting experience in the Midwest as well as prior head coaching experience. I believe his philosophy for academic and athletic excellence fits very well with ours at Michigan Tech."
For the complete story, see Jennings. |
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9. Sports in Brief |
by Wes Frahm, director, athletic communications and marketing
Thursday, Feb. 2
Women's Basketball hosts Findlay, 5:30 p.m. (Live Radio, Mix 93.5 FM)
Men's Basketball hosts Findlay, 7:30 p.m. (Live Radio, Mix 93.5 FM)
Friday, Feb. 3
Men's Tennis at UW-Green Bay, 6 p.m.
Hockey at Minnesota State, 8:37 p.m. (Live Radio, Mix 93.5 FM)
Saturday, Feb. 4
Men's Tennis at St. Norbert, 9 a.m.
Men's Tennis vs. Carthage, 1 p.m. (DePere, Wis.)
Women's Basketball hosts Wayne State, 1 p.m. (Live Radio, Mix 93.5 FM)
Men's Basketball hosts Wayne State, 3 p.m. (Live Radio, Mix 93.5 FM)
Hockey at Minnesota State, 8:07 p.m. (Live Radio, Mix 93.5 FM)
All times Eastern; home events are italicized.
Last Week's Results
Hockey (12-12-2, 9-7-2 WCHA)
Jan. 27--Michigan Tech 4, at No. 1 Minnesota Duluth 4, OT
Jan. 28--Michigan Tech 5, at No. 1 Minnesota Duluth 0
Men's Basketball (10-9, 8-4 GLIAC)
Jan. 26--Michigan Tech 66, at Northwood 62
Jan. 28--at No. 20 Hillsdale 91, Michigan Tech 69
Women's Basketball (13-5, 8-4 GLIAC)
Jan. 26--No. 25 Michigan Tech 73, at Northwood 66
Jan. 28--at Hillsdale 82, No. 25 Michigan Tech 77
Nordic Skiing
Jan. 28-29--Michigan Tech at Central Super Tour (Lake Elmo, Minn.)
Top News of the Week
Hockey Earns Tie and Shutout Win at No. 1 UMD
Michigan Tech shut out the highest-scoring team in the nation for the final 109:47 of a two-game series at Duluth's AMSOIL Arena to come away with a 4-4 tie and 5-0 victory vs. No. 1-ranked Minnesota Duluth last weekend. The Bulldogs led 4-0 after the first period Friday, and the Huskies outscored the hosts 9-0 after that. Goaltender Josh Robinson had 29 saves in Saturday's game, marking his third shutout victory of the season. Brothers David and Jacob Johnstone had two goals apiece in the series, as Tech earned three points in the league standings. The Huskies currently sit in seventh place in the WCHA with 20 points, but are only three points out of third (Denver has 23).
Skiers Win Three of Four Races at SuperTour
Michigan Tech enjoyed a dominating weekend of racing at the SuperTour in Lake Elmo, Minn. Malin Eriksson won the women's five-kilometer classic (15:35), and Deedra Irwin took the win in the women's 15-kilometer freestyle (43:52). Mikko Harju claimed victory in the men's 10-kilometer classic in 27:13.
Basketball Back Home
The Huskies basketball teams return home for a pair of games at the SDC Gymnasium this week. Tech hosts Findlay Thursday, Feb. 2, and Wayne State Saturday, Feb. 4. Both teams split their two games last week, and they each have 8-4 GLIAC records—good for second in the North Division. |
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10. ME-EM Seminar |
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Ed Zentner, a professional speaker on personal development and leadership, will give a presentation, "Being a Life-Long Student" at 4 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 2, in ME-EM 112. For more information, see ME-EM Seminar. |
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11. On the Road |
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Associate Professor and Chair Sean Kirkpatrick (BME), along with doctoral students Kosar Khaksari and Dennis Thomas, gave an invited presentation last week at the Conference on Dynamics and Fluctuations in Biomedical Photonics, part of the SPIE Photonics West/BiOS conference, in San Francisco. The title of their presentation was "Phase Singularities in Laser Speckle Patterns for Investigating Tissue Dynamics and Flow." |
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12. Notables |
Professor Miguel Levy (Physics) has been named a Fellow of The Optical Society, which brings together scientists, engineers, educators, technicians and business leaders in the fields of optics and photonics.
Election to the rank of Fellow is based on outstanding contributions to optics through accomplishments in science and engineering, technical leadership and impact on the optics community.
Levy was recognized for outstanding and fundamental contributions in the areas of magneto-optic and opto-electronic films, and extensions of the theory and applications of magneto-optic photonic crystals. |
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