February 12, 2025

Professor William Cooke, Department of Kinesiology and Integrative Physiology, Michigan Tech, is recruiting men and women between the ages of 21 and 55 who regularly use a nicotine product (smoking, vaping, chewing or nicotine patch) to participate in a research study.

The purpose of this study is to determine how your body responds to simulated blood loss and how these responses might be different in people who use nicotine products. We hope to be able to develop mathematical approaches that could be applied to new devices that might help emergency workers care for bleeding patients.

There is monetary compensation ($100) for participation and the experiment will require about one hour of your time.

You are eligible to participate if you:

• Have not been diagnosed with diabetes.
• Do not have a history of blood clots or peripheral vascular disease.
• Have not been diagnosed with hyperthyroidism.
• Are not pregnant or trying to become pregnant.
• Are not taking any prescription drugs.
• Have not been diagnosed with a current or chronic respiratory illness.
• Do not have blood pressure above 140/90 mmHg.
• Do not have a history of becoming lightheaded or dizzy upon standing.

If you are interested in participating, please contact:

William Cooke, Ph.D.
Professor, Department of Kinesiology and Integrative Physiology
H-STEM Complex Room 154, Michigan Tech Campus
wcooke@mtu.edu
906-487-3389

This study has been approved by the Institutional Review Board of Michigan Technological University (approval #2103454-1).

The Health Research Institute is hosting an informal coffee hour in the second floor atrium of the H-STEM Complex next Wednesday, Feb. 19, at 2 p.m.

This is a great opportunity to socialize and meet new colleagues. We hope to see you there!

Registration for spring 2025 Michigan Tech Aquatics programs is open! Swimming programs are offered at the SDC for all ages and ability levels. We hope to see you at the pool!

• Adult Huskies Swim Training (ages 18 years and older)
• Adult Huskies Swim Lessons (ages 18 years and older)
• Huskies Group Swim Lessons Parent & Child Aquatics (ages 6 months to 3 years)
• Huskies Group Swim Lessons Preschool Aquatics (ages 4-5 years)
• Huskies Group Swim Lessons Learn to Swim Levels 1-5 (ages 6-17 years)
• Huskies Swim Training (ages 6-17 years)
• Private and Semi-Private Lessons

Questions? Contact Aquatics Manager Annie Bengry at ambengry@mtu.edu or 906-487-2995.

If the class you are looking for is full, please fill out the waitlist form or contact Aquatics Manager Annie Bengry at ambengry@mtu.edu or 906-487-2995. We will try to add additional sections based on demand.

The Department of Social Sciences (SS) is pleased to be hosting candidates for on-campus interviews for the position of department chair.

The fifth of five candidates, Gareth John, professor of geography, St. Cloud State University, will present a department leadership seminar tomorrow, Feb. 13, from 12:30-1:30 p.m. in Admin 404.

John will also present a research seminar on Friday, Feb.14, from 12-12:45 p.m. in AOB 201. The research seminar is titled “From Landscapes to Seascapes."

All members of the Michigan Tech community are welcome to attend. Both presentations are also available on Zoom.

Join the SS Department Chair Seminar on Zoom.

Please join the Department of Geological and Mining Engineering and Sciences (GMES) tomorrow, Feb. 13, from 12-1 p.m. in Dow 610 for a research presentation by faculty candidate Yu Tan, postdoctoral researcher at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

The title of Tan's presentation is "Effectiveness of Landfill Composite Liners in Containing PFAS."

All are welcome to attend.

From the abstract:
Per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are emerging contaminants with very low maximum contaminant levels (from 4.0 to 10 ng/L) in drinking water, whereas cumulating to thousand ng/L in municipal solid waste landfill leachate. The low PFAS’ maximum contaminant levels, along with the high concentrations in waste leachate, require landfill bottom liners (i.e., a composite of high-density polyethylene -HDPE- geomembrane overlying a clay liner) to be highly effective in protecting groundwater, but the effectiveness has not been evaluated.

This research combined laboratory experiments and numerical simulations to evaluate the effectiveness of landfill composite liners in containing PFAS. We measured key PFAS transport parameters in liner materials, applied transport parameters into PFAS-specific transport models, and predicted PFAS concentrations and fluxes to groundwater. The experimental results show that HDPE geomembranes are highly effective in containing PFAS with a diffusion coefficient of less than 3.4×10-15 m2/s and show that different PFAS in municipal solid waste leachate with various concentrations have no adverse impact on the hydraulic conductivity of clay liners. Numerical simulation predicts that PFAS concentration at the groundwater table remains very low (<0.00004 ng/L) for 100 years when the geomembrane is intact. While PFAS concentrations below geomembrane defects are elevated, the elevated concentrations are limited within a small area (< 1.0 m2). The simulation further illustrates that most of the groundwater is protected by intact geomembranes with low PFAS concentrations and predicts an extremely low PFAS flux through landfill composite liners to groundwater, less than 0.003 ng/m2/yr.

The Department of Materials Science and Engineering (MSE) is hosting a seminar presented by MSE graduate student Caleb Minasian tomorrow, Feb. 13, at 1 p.m. in M&M 610.

Minasian's presentation is titled "Development of Multi-Constituent Austenite-Containing Steels for Explosive Confinement Vessels."

From the abstract:
Explosive confinement vessels (ECVs) require high strength and toughness materials that are amenable to manufacturing and vessel fabrication. Multi-constituent austenite-containing (MCA) steels are anticipated to improve on current ECV materials. The fine-scale microstructures associated with MCA steels predominantly consist of a ferrite or martensite and retained austenite. Austenite retention is accomplished through partitioning of carbon (C), manganese (Mn), and/or nickel (Ni) during heat treatment. Due to the amount of Mn and/or Ni in MCA alloys, there is sufficient hardenability to achieve a uniform microstructure in thick-section ECV components. The present work discusses progress toward developing MCA steels for ECVs. Twelve experimental alloys have been developed with a range of Mn and Ni alloy concentrations as the predominant austenite stabilizer. Thermo-Calc® was used to simulate multiple austenite re-forming thermal processing treatments to develop MCA microstructures, including intercritical annealing (IA), quench-lamellarize-temper (QLT), and double-soaking (DS).

Minasian graduated from Michigan Tech with his bachelor’s degree in materials science and engineering in spring 2023. Advised by Josh Mueller, he is currently pursuing a master’s degree in materials science and engineering, and will pursue a Ph.D. once he defends his master’s thesis. Minasian is currently working on researching and developing austenite containing steels.

The next Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE) Graduate Seminar speaker will present at 2 p.m. tomorrow, Feb. 13, in EERC 103.

Chris Shamie will present "Product Development in the Automotive Supply Base."

Shamie is the vice president of the eDrives business division at Schaeffler, the Motion Tech Company, leading the development, industrialization and production of cutting-edge automotive technologies. During his time with Schaeffler, the team has delivered products like clutches, torque converters, hybrid systems, electric motors and electric axles for customers in North and South America.

Job Posting for Wednesday, Feb. 12, 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.

Assistant Teaching Professor in Accounting, College of Business. 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.

The University of Michigan's Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Department mentioned Anna Stuhlmacher (ECE) in a blog post about her selection for a Best Paper Award at the 2025 Hawaii International Conference on System Sciences. Stuhlmacher’s research, conducted with UM's Johanna Mathieu, explored the potential of drinking water distribution networks as flexible electric loads.

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Bridge Michigan and Bridge Detroit mentioned Michigan Tech in stories discussing the research funding impacts Michigan universities could face due to a National Institutes of Health policy change.

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Canada’s National Post and Telegraph-Journal quoted former Michigan Tech hockey goalie Jamie Phillips ’16 ’21 in stories about Canada's goaltending development system. Phillips, now a development coordinator with USA Hockey, discussed how the Canadian system has been outpaced by other countries in producing top-tier goaltenders.

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The National Catholic Register mentioned Michigan Tech in a story about the annual Ice Mass celebrated at St. Albert the Great University Parish’s Our Lady of the Snows ice chapel.

Spring MTU Aquatics: Registration for PADI Open Water SCUBA Course Open Now!

Dive in with Michigan Tech Aquatics! Registration for our PADI Open Water SCUBA Course is open now. The course is conducted over two weekends and includes:

• Ten hours of academic instruction (some coursework to be completed independently)
• Ten hours of confined water training (SDC Pool)
• Four certification dives in Lake Superior (Marquette)

Upon registration, students will be given all required reading material and paperwork to complete prior to the start of the course. Class size is limited.

Course Dates and Times:

• Friday, March 14:
  • 5-8 p.m. in SDC 238
  • 8-10 p.m. in the SDC Pool
• Saturday, March 15:
  • 7-9 a.m. in the SDC Pool
  • 12-4 p.m. in SDC 238
  • 5-10 p.m. in the SDC Pool
• Sunday, March 16:
  • 8-10 a.m. in the SDC Pool
  • 10 a.m. to noon in SDC 238
• Saturday and Sunday, April 5-6 or April 12-13:
  • Open Dives in Marquette

Register for the PADI Open Water SCUBA Course.

Questions? Contact Aquatics Manager Annie Bengry at 906-487-2995 or ambengry@mtu.edu.

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How to Report a Student of Concern

Throughout the semester, our students can experience various difficulties ranging from academic issues (not attending class, earning low grades) to more personal matters (mental and physical health, family concerns, etc). Regardless of the concern, Student Affairs staff are here to support our students. We can only do so if we are made aware of the concern.

This is a reminder to utilize the Student of Concern Reporting Form. Using the form, you can easily identify the student, describe your specific concern, attach any relevant files and let us know if you'd like us to follow up with you directly. Once submitted, the Dean of Students Office reviews the form and forwards it to the appropriate team — either the Academic Intervention Team or the Early Intervention Team — ensuring a timely and effective response.

The Academic Intervention Team is responsible for mainly academic-related concerns. Please report if a student is not attending classes, is earning low grades, is failing to turn in assignments, or is the subject of other course-related concerns. The Early Intervention Team is responsible for more social, personal and behavioral concerns. These can include a sudden change in behavior, disclosed mental or physical health issues, or other things that may just seem off.

If you indicate on the form that you would like the responding office to follow up with you, we will reach out to let you know we received your form and will be reaching out to the student. At times there may be little information we can provide you about the student, but we will do our best to communicate what we can. You can always reach out to deanofstudents@mtu.edu if you have any follow-up questions or additional information to provide.

We appreciate you taking the time to report concerns so that we can all continue to support our students.

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ChE Department Chair Candidate Presentation

The Department of Chemical Engineering (ChE) would like to invite you to attend the seminar given by the third department chair candidate.

A research seminar will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 14, in EERC 214.

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This Week's C-Cubed Luncheon Menu

Carved and Crafted Catering at Michigan Technological University invites faculty, staff, and their guests to the C-Cubed Luncheon, held from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. every Thursday in the Memorial Union Alumni Lounge (MUB 107).

Menu for Thursday, Feb. 13:

• Chicken Tikka Masala (AG) (PR)
• Potato, Garbanzo and Pea Coconut Curry (VG) (AG)
• Basmati Rice (VG) (AG)
• Garam Cauliflower and Chickpeas (VG) (AG) (CF)
• Garlic Naan (V) (PR)
• Kachumber Salad (VG) (AG)

The C-Cubed lunch buffet menus are created and prepared by Chef Luis Delgado and his culinary team. As the name suggests, the meals are meant to foster conversation, community and collegiality. Attendees may bring their lunch instead of purchasing the buffet. Fruit-infused water, coffee and tea are available free to all attendees. All vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free items on the buffet are labeled for easy identification. Meals are for dine-in only, and personal containers and to-go meals are not permitted.

The buffet lunch is $15.50 per person. Cash, credit cards and gift cards are accepted. Gift cards can be purchased in the Memorial Union Office (MUB 101).

You can submit C-Cubed feedback using C-Cubed Survey/Comments form. To join the C-Cubed Luncheon Email List and receive weekly menus, please complete the sign-up form.

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

Isle Royale Art Exhibition - Michigan Tech Art

Wednesday, February 12, 8 a.m.–8 p.m. | Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts, Rozsa Galleries A-Space

MICHIGAN TECH ART SERIES EVENT Enter into a world of artistic expression inspired by the wilderness of Isle Royale. The artworks showcased in this exhibition have all been...

Digital Marketers

Wednesday, February 12, 9–10 a.m. | Administration and Student Services Building, G27

Digital Marketers is a group for digital platform managers (digital ads, photo/video production, social media accounts, websites, etc) across campus. We meet every other...

Spring 2025 Blood Drive

Wednesday, February 12, 10–11 a.m. | MUB Ballroom

The Spring 2025 Blood Drive will be on February 11th and 12th from 10 AM until 4 PM in the Memorial Union Building Ballroom. The American Red Cross recommends everyone make...

International Students: US Tax Information Session

Wednesday, February 12, 12–1 p.m. | Administration and Student Services Building, 220 Career Services

Join virtually or in person in Admin 220. Career Services staff will will provide snacks and conversation. Registration is required. Guest Speakers: Internal Revenue...

Café Français - French Conversation Hour

Wednesday, February 12, 4–5 p.m. | Walker Arts and Humanities Center, 120C

Parlez-vous français? Join us! French conversation hour will take place in Walker 120C (in the HDMZ) twice monthly on Wednesdays through March. Whether you are a complete...

Brainstorming & Outlining Drop-in at the Writing Center

Wednesday, February 12, 5–7 p.m. | Walker Arts and Humanities Center, 107

Are you brainstorming an assignment? Outlining? Just getting started with something that's due down the line? The Writing Center can help! Bring by your assignment and...

SoundGirls General Meeting!

Wednesday, February 12, 5–6 p.m. | Walker 210

Join us in Walker 210 at 5pm every Wednesday for our general meeting!

Weekly Meeting

Wednesday, February 12, 5–6 p.m. | Fourth Floor of the MEEM

We meet on the fourth floor of the MEEM to discuss plans for the week and work on on going projects. All are welcome to attend.

How can I be Saved?

Wednesday, February 12, 6–7 p.m. | 1st Floor, Opie Van Pelt Library

A bible study geared towards the salvific work of Christ on the Cross