Join Us for Community Engagement & Collaboration Focus Groups

Michigan Tech Essential Education and KCF are excited to announce a series of Community Engagement and Collaboration Focus Groups this January! These sessions are an opportunity for local organizations to share insights on how Michigan Tech students and faculty can best support community priorities while benefiting from hands-on, meaningful civic engagement.

Through Michigan Tech's Essential Education Experiences, these focus groups aim to:

  • Foster collaboration between community partners and MTU.

  • Discuss how students can engage with local organizations on impactful projects.

  • Ensure streamlined communication for long-term partnerships.

Focus Group Details

Each session has a specific theme, but you’re welcome to join any day that works for you. Light meals will be provided, and participants will receive a small stipend for their time.

  • Tuesday, January 14th, 4:00 - 5:30 PM | KCF Community Room

Theme: Education, Arts & Culture

  • Wednesday, January 15th, 12:00 - 1:30 PM | KCF Community Room

Theme: Government & Social Services

  • Tuesday, January 21st, 4:00 - 5:30 PM | KCF Community Room

Theme: Environmental Stewardship

  • Wednesday, January 22nd, 4:00 - 5:30 PM | Allouez Township Community Center

Theme: Place-based: Keweenaw County

  • Tuesday, January 28th, 12:00 - 1:30 PM | KCF Community Room

Theme: Open Discussion

The KCF Community Room is located at 417 Quincy Street, 3rd floor, Hancock.

Why Participate?

Your expertise and feedback are vital to creating impactful collaborations that align student projects with real community needs. These discussions will also help streamline processes, making it easier for organizations and students to connect, collaborate, and create positive change.

Register Today!

To attend, please register by January 6th. Here is the online registration form.

For questions, contact Cassandra Reed-VanDam at cmvandam@mtu.edu.

Keweenaw Community Foundation