Housing - Parent(s)/Guardian

Michigan Technological University views students as young adults who are in the process of becoming responsible, accountable, and capable. We respect their growing independence and hold them accountable for decisions they make. We also respect their privacy, but don’t always promise confidentiality and if needed, we will get others involved to ensure their well being.

As such, Michigan Tech views parents and guardians as our partners and will collaborate with them to the best of our ability to assist their student. However, it is our preference to work directly with students in order to foster their growth and development.  Parents and guardians are encouraged to continue to strengthen and build the relationship with their student by adding the role of mentor and coach.

Escape Bus Information

Every year, the USG sponsors "Escape Express", a round-trip charter bus trip downstate Michigan for Thanksgiving Break. This service allows students an easy and affordable way to enjoy the holidays with their family. For more information, including stop locations and prices, visit usg.students.mtu.edu.

Guest Access

Michigan Tech provides online Banweb Guest Access, which allows students to grant selected individuals access to their private student record information including grades, online billing notification, and paying the student bill on the web. Students may authorize access from the Michigan Tech Banweb login page at www.banweb.mtu.edu. For more information, please contact the Registrar's Office at 906-487-2319 or registrar@mtu.edu.

Accounting

For more information about Michigan Tech's Accounting Office, please visit their page at www.admin.mtu.edu/acct/parents.

Dining Dollars

Residents or parents can add money to a Dining Dollar account. These additional Dining Dollar funds can be refunded at the contributor's request at the end of the academic year. Refunds of added Dining Dollars can be done through the Dining Service Office (located in Wadsworth Hall) or at the Tech Express Office (located in the Memorial Union Building). There is a $5.00 fee to refund "added Dining Dollars".

Dining Dollars can also be added online.
Click here to access the online deposit form.

Bed Linens

Since we do not furnish bed linens, you are encouraged to purchase linens prior to arrival. The standard mattress size is 36 inches by 80 inches. Extra-long twin sheets fit best. You are responsible for laundering your own linens. You may purchase linens online at www.rhl.org/linens.aspx.

Family Weekend 2007

www.familyweekend.mtu.edu

Invite your family to Michigan Tech for our annual Family Weekend which will be held October 12-13, 2007. Explore the Copper Country, cruise the Keweenaw Waterway, catch a show at the Rozsa, cheer on the Huskies, or simply relax while visiting with your family. Don't forget to nominate your mom or dad for Family Weekend awards. To find a place to stay while you are here, see Admission's lodging page. Also, you can spend the night in either the residence hall guest rooms or apartment deluxe suites.

Immunizations

We highly recommend that students have the following shots before coming to school:

In addition, it is recommended that students get flu shots in October or November. Flu shot clinics will be available on campus. For more information on immunizations, see the Center for Disease Control and Prevention website www.cdc.gov.

Portage Health Medical Group

www.portagehealth.org

Conveniently located on Michigan Tech's campus, the Portage Health Medical Group-Houghton Community Health Center and Apothecary Pharmacy constitute a miniature health system with the services needed for students and the local community. This Medical Group is owned and operated by Portage Health and is located at the Student Development Complex (SDC). It is a full service clinic staffed with three family practice physicians and offers lab and x-ray services on site. Patients are seen by appointment only, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm. It can be reached at 906-483-1860. The Medical Group staff will make every effort to schedule students in need of medical care on short notice if they call in advance for an appointment. The Emergency Department at the main Portage Health campus in Hancock provides after-hour and emergency care and is staffed 24 hours a day by emergency-trained physicians. It can be reached at 906-483-1000. No appointments are needed for emergency services. An online directory of regional physicians and hospitals may be found at uphcn.org, the Upper Peninsula Health Care Network, or at www.portagehealth.org.

Disability Services

www.sa.mtu.edu/dean

The University is committed to assisting students with documented physical and learning disabilities. Services and accommodations may include extended time for exams, select adaptive technology, priority scheduling, special housing and parking arrangements, or other reasonable assistance. If you have a disability and feel you may need accommodation, please call Student Affairs at 906-487-2212.

Counseling Services

www.counseling.mtu.edu

The staff in the Counseling Services Office can assist you with personal issues that may interfere with the effective use of your talents. Counselors can help you make decisions, manage stress, improve your communication skills, and foster self-awareness. Any concern you may have, including depression, pregnancy, anxiety, loneliness, substance abuse, or problems with a relationship, can be discussed with a counselor in a confidential setting.