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Blue Key National Honor Society held a Winter Carnival wrap-up on Feb. 13 in Rehki G006 to gather feedback and […]

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The Michigan Tech hockey team played against our rivals – Northern Michigan University (NMU) – for the last time of […]

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Women’s Basketball:

Jan 02 – L 52-93 – at Grand Valley State

Jan 04 – L 68-60 – at Davenport

Men’s Basketball:

Jan 02 – W 59-58 – at Grand Valley State

Jan 04 – L 71-73 – at Davenport

Men’s Ice Hockey

Jan 03 – L 2-3 – at UMass Lowell

Jan 04 – W 4-3 – at Holy Cross

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Tucked away in the heart of the Keweenaw Peninsula, the once active Calumet Air Force Station remains. The station played an important role during the Cold War as part of the nation’s early warning radar defense network, primarily for watching for incoming enemy ICBMs. Established in 1951, the station was part of the Air Defense Command’s initiative to monitor and protect U.S. airspace from Soviet threats. Its location, perched on Mount Horace Greely, provided an ideal vantage point for radar operations.

The station was equipped with state-of-the-art radar systems, initially the AN/FPS-3/5 radar, a massive device housed in a distinctive dome. These systems tracked aircraft movement across the skies of North America, feeding critical data to the Semi-Automatic Ground Environment (SAGE), a network of computers and personnel coordinating the country’s air defense. The personnel stationed there worked steadily, maintaining a round-the-clock presence during a time of heightened global tension.

The Calumet Air Force Station was not only a military installation but also a small, self-contained community. It included barracks, a mess hall, recreational facilities, and even family housing. Many braved the isolation and harsh winters of the Keweenaw Peninsula to do their duty.

As advancements in satellite and missile technology rendered radar stations less essential, and as the Cold War winded down, Calumet Air Force Station was decommissioned in 1988. Today, much of the site remains abandoned, though its legacy endures as a reminder of the Keweenaw Peninsula’s role in America’s Cold War history.

What remains of the installation was purchased in August 2021 by Open Skies Project, LLC, with the intention of cleaning up the site for restoration efforts and historical preservation of the site. More information can be found at openskiesproject.org/

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Winter in the Keweenaw brings a level of snow and cold like nothing most people have ever experienced. This can sometimes make it daunting to trek outside, and easy to fall into the trap of endless scrolling or binge-watching. Here are some fun winter hobbies to help you make the most of these one-of-a-kind Houghton winters. 

The best way to take advantage of winter is by going outside. Mont Ripley is just a few minutes away, and it’s the perfect spot for skiing, snowboarding, and tubing. Whether it’s your first time on the slopes or not, skiing or snowboarding is a fun way to stay active and soak up the winter. If going downhill isn’t your thing, MTU’s Tech Trails offer cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, or snow biking. 

If it just seems like a cozy day indoors, instead of picking up a screen, pick up a new creative hobby. Reading, painting, or even learning how to cook something new can be surprisingly fun. If you’ve been wanting to step up your cooking or baking game, the winter is the perfect time to try out some of those new recipes. And don’t forget about the childhood classics. Board games, puzzles, or just catching up with friends over hot cocoa can turn a cold evening into something memorable. 

Winter in the Keweenaw doesn’t last forever, so make the most of it. Whether you’re carving down the slopes or kneading dough in your kitchen, these little escapes remind us there’s more to life than just screens. 

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The Visual and Performing Arts Department at Michigan Tech is a multidisciplinary department that provides students with great resources for expressing their creativity through a technological lens. 

The department features three different majors. Bachelors of arts in Sound Design, Bachelors of Science in Audio Production, and Bachelors of Science in Theater & Entertainment Technologies, as well as nine different minors. 

Students who are in the department gain access to five sound & recording studios, a lighting lab, a costume lab, and the Mcardle Theater space. While primarily for class & instruction, students can also use them  for personal  projects & events. 

One of the benefits of the department being multidisciplinary is the ability for students and teachers to collaborate across disciplines. Such as sound students recording other events and presentations put on by students outside of the department. . As well as large scale internal events such as the annual McRave, which brings in students from each discipline to collaborate on a rave to cap off the Spring semester. 

Students can also work at Rozsa Theater to gain immediate experience within the industry, as the theater hosts a wide variety of entertainment, pulling in talents from across the United States, locally from Houghton, and occasionally internationally. 

Alumni from this department have gone to work at a wide variety of opportunities. This includes working for Smart Monkeys, Inc. on the Las Vegas sphere to being hired by touring and production companies, Disney’s cruises & on-ice shows, and many different small and large scale venues for sound, lighting, and a plethora of other jobs. 

More information about this department can be found at mtu.edu/vpa.

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Houghton winters are brutal, and driving in them can be downright intimidating if you’re not used to it. But with a little know-how, you can handle snowy roads like a pro. 

First rule: take it easy–don’t jerk the steering wheel or slam the brakes. Sudden movements make your car more likely to skid, and trust me, sliding through an intersection isn’t the kind of adrenaline rush you want. Gentle, gradual movements are key. 

Try rocking your car out if you get stuck in snow (which will happen eventually). Shift between drive and reverse while giving it little bursts of gas to build momentum. It’s a solid trick that’ll save you from calling a tow truck. 

Make sure your car is winter-ready. Keep a snow brush and ice scraper handy, check your wiper fluid (use one that won’t freeze), and make sure your tires aren’t bald. Winter tires? Even better. Make sure to always park with your wipers up so they don’t freeze to the windshield. If they hit your hood when you try to raise them, look up the “service position” in your car’s manual—most cars have it. 

Most importantly, give yourself extra time. You’ll need it to scrape, defrost, and drive like a cautious snow ninja. Stay safe out there!

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