August 1, 2025

Move-In Weekend for fall 2025 is almost here! Move-In for new students is taking place on Aug. 18 and 19, and the Wahtera Center for Student Success is looking for volunteers.

As a Move-In volunteer, you can support a variety of important activities, including:

• Traffic control
• Assisting students with moving into residence halls
• Helping newly arrived students at Check-In

If you're interested in volunteering, please fill out the 2025 Move-In Volunteer Registration Form.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact the Orientation Executive Staff at orientation@mtu.edu.

Thank you for helping us welcome our newest Huskies to campus!

Mark your calendars for 2025 Professional Development Day hosted by Staff Council. This year, Professional Development Day is a full day on Oct. 16, during Michigan Tech's October Recess.

Professional Development Day offers a valuable opportunity for faculty and staff to enhance their skills and knowledge through training sessions. The sessions are led by your fellow Michigan Tech faculty and staff members, fostering a collaborative peer-to-peer learning environment.

We invite Michigan Tech faculty and staff to submit proposals for this year's training sessions. If you have expertise on a topic you would like to share with your colleagues, please consider submitting a proposal for the session you would like to host. The deadline for proposals is Sept. 5.

In the past, popular topics have included health and wellness, technology, continuous improvement practices, tips and tricks for Microsoft Office/Google Workspace, social media, and more!

Submit Your Proposal.

Registration information will be announced in Tech Today later in September.

As a reminder, union-represented employees are entitled to release time for professional development activities, including staff recognition programs deemed relevant by the University. Employees should work with their supervisors to ensure coverage during their absence. Supervisors may contact Human Resources for guidance on eligibility and the process for granting this release time.

Calling all Chemical Engineering Huskies! Reconnect, reminisce and rediscover Michigan Tech at Alumni Reunion 2025.

You're invited to our department open house today, Aug. 1.

Come by the Library East Reading Room (first floor) between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. to say hello — we’d love to welcome you back to campus!

The Human Resources office will be closed on Wednesday, Aug. 6, from 8:45-10:45 a.m. for a departmental meeting.

Questions during this time can be sent to hr-help@mtu.edu.

Montana’s KRTV Great Falls mentioned Michigan Tech in a story about black bear monitoring efforts in the Little Belt Mountains, where researchers are collecting bear hair using barbed wire “hair corrals” and monitoring GPS collars to estimate population size and study behavior. Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is collaborating with MTU to analyze the genetic data from collected hair samples.

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R&D World mentioned Michigan Tech in a profile of Stephen Hahn ’82 (B.S. Chemistry), one of the 54 judges selected for the 2025 R&D 100 Awards.

New Opportunity: Career Services Offering First-Ever Local Employer Expo

Career Services is launching a brand-new event this fall! Our first Local Employer Expo on Aug. 27 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. will connect Michigan Tech students with professional opportunities right here in our own community. We created this event to bring together a wide range of local companies offering part-time jobs, full-time roles and job-shadowing experiences.

The expo is a valuable opportunity for students to explore career paths, build connections and discover ways to gain real-world experience while living and learning in the Keweenaw.

No registration is required for students to attend. Just stop by, explore opportunities and start building your professional future — right here, right now.

Interested employers with offices located in Baraga, Houghton and Keweenaw counties can register on Handshake.

Event Details:

• What: Local Employer Expo
• When: Wednesday, Aug. 27, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Where: Employer booths will be set up under a tent on the Campus Mall. (An alternate indoor location will be provided if needed.)

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Join a Walking Group for the 2025 Parade of Nations

The 2025 Parade of Nations kicks off at 11 a.m. on Sept. 20, beginning at the Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts and ending at Dee Stadium in downtown Houghton. Community, student, fraternal and religious organizations are invited to walk in the parade and showcase the spirit of multiculturalism in the Keweenaw. Walking groups should arrive between 10 a.m. and 10:40 a.m. to line up for the parade.

Register online by Sept. 9 for guaranteed consideration.

Questions? Contact parade organizers at paradeofnations@mtu.edu or stop by the International Programs and Services office on the second floor of the Administration Building (Admin 200).

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Request a Flag for the Parade of Nations

Join us in showcasing global unity in the Keweenaw!

All ages are invited to carry a flag in this year’s Parade of Nations, coming to Houghton on Sept. 20. Participants can represent their home country or heritage, or a country they support. Flags and name signs can be picked up at the Rozsa Center on Michigan Tech's campus between 10 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. before the parade.

Flags are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. Request your flag using the Parade of Nations' 2025 Flag Request Form by Sept. 13.

Questions? Contact paradeofnations@mtu.edu or stop by Michigan Tech's International Programs and Services office on the second floor of the Administration Building (Admin 200).

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Make New Friends, Rep Your Culture in the Parade of Nations!

Whether you're new to Michigan Tech or back for another exciting year, this is your official invite to one of the most colorful, fun and welcoming events of the year — the Parade of Nations on Sept. 20!

The parade starts at 11 a.m. on Michigan Tech's campus and marches through downtown Houghton to Dee Stadium, where the multicultural festival kicks off. It’s all about celebrating who we are, where we come from and how awesome we can be together.

Ready to get involved? Here’s how:

• Walk in the Parade with Your Group
  Campus org? Community group? Fraternal org that wants to dress up and dance down the street? We want you in the lineup. Walking groups help show off the incredibly rich cultural representation at Tech and in our community — and it’s a great way to meet people and show your pride. Sign up your group to walk. Deadline for guaranteed spots is Sept. 9!

• Carry a Flag (and Maybe Make Some Flag-Friends)
  Want to rep your heritage, your home country, or just a place you support? Grab a flag and walk in the parade, solo or with others. No need to be part of a big group — everyone’s welcome! Flag requests are due by Sept. 13. First come, first served!

• Build a Float + Win Some Cash
  Yes, there are prizes! If you’re part of a student org or community group, you can enter a float based on this year’s theme: Games Around the World. Get creative and show off your favorite game, sport or hobby! Bonus: Student orgs can apply for a float grant to help cover supplies. Grant requests are due Sept. 1. Float entries are due Sept. 6.

• Volunteer Behind the Scenes
  Not a walker or builder? No worries — you can still be part of the magic. Help set up, carry signs, guide groups or lend a hand at the festival. It’s a fun way to give back, and you’ll be part of the energy that keeps the event running smoothly. Volunteer shifts are open now! This is your chance to show up, be seen and be part of something that brings everyone together. Grab your friends — or come solo! Sign up, and we’ll see you on Sept. 20.

Questions? Shoot Parade of Nations organizers an email at paradeofnations@mtu.edu or stop by the International Programs and Services office on the second floor of the Administration Building (Admin 200).

Let’s make this year’s Parade of Nations the most vibrant one yet.

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PhD Defense: Yifu Deng

Friday, August 1, 12–1 p.m.

Computer Science Advisor: Jianhui Yue Near Memory Accelerators for Approximate Nearest Neighbor Search Attend Virtually: https://michigantech.zoom.us/j/9309464823

KISMA Volunteer Buckthorn Removal Event

Friday, August 1, 1:00–3:30 p.m. | Swedetown Trails trailhead and Chalet

Healthy Forests, Healthy Communities A new community-based approach to invasive species management Looking for a way to give back to your community, the environment, and...

Alumni Reunion 2025

August 1, all day | Michigan Tech Campus

All alumni and friends are invited to return to campus for Alumni Reunion 2025, taking place from July 31—August 2! We're excited to welcome back the featured classes of '55,...

The Graduate School is pleased to announce the following dissertation, thesis and report defenses occurring next week. Please consider attending to learn more about our students’ scholarship and celebrate their academic accomplishments. Check the University Events Calendar for last-minute updates to times, dates and locations.