About Us
Serving the Michigan Tech community for over 100 years
Mission Statement
We strive to comprehensively inform the Michigan Technological University community with relevant content. To this end, we are pledged to apply the utmost integrity and candor to our journalistic responsibilities.
Aims and Objectives
- To report on relevant news, events, and conversations in order to create a more informed student body
- To uphold integrity, fairness, and equitable coverage
- To engage and represent the campus community
Operations
Our history:
The Lode, Michigan Technological University’s student-run newspaper, published its first issue on February 17, 1921. The paper is published weekly on Tuesdays during the fall and spring semesters. The Lode operates out of Walker 105 located in the Writing Center on Michigan Tech’s campus.
The Lode operates at a STEM-centered university without a journalism program. The newspaper staff is composed of students from many academic disciplines and is representative of the wide range of programs available at Michigan Tech.
The Lode operates through an allocation received from Michigan Tech’s Undergraduate Student Government, from funds through the Student Activity Fee. Additional newspaper funding is received through ad sales in both our print and online editions.
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Editorial Staff
Skylar
Zajac
Editor in Chief
(they/them)
Skylar Zajac is a second-year environmental engineer and the current Editor in Chief of The Lode. They oversee the production of the paper, manage The Lode’s public relations, and work to ensure the operations of the publication are successful. They previously served as Assistant Editor and as a staff writer. Outside of The Lode, they are an avid cyclist and a contributor to other student publications on campus.
Bella
Wicker
Editorial Assistant, Student Government Editor
(she/her)
Bella Wicker is a third-year cybersecurity student and the Editorial Assistant for the Lode. She is in charge of all written content for The Lode, distribution of the paper, and meeting minutes. She previously was the Student Government Section Editor. Outside of The Lode, she likes to play Minecraft and sew.
Riy
Dalman
Design Manager
(they/them)
Riy Dalman is an Entertainment and Theatrical Technologies major here at tech and our senior Design Manager. They’re responsible for leading the design choices for the Lode’s social media, online presence, and physical layout. Previously, they were one of two Design, Layout, and Copy Editors. In their free time, they enjoy roller skating, ice skating, and making motion graphics.
Jack
Loveday
Layout Editor
(he/him)
Jack Loveday is a third-year computer engineer and currently does design, layout and copy editing for The Lode. He puts the Lode together in a consumable form for everyday individuals and he makes sure it looks pretty. Outside of the Lode, he is a huge computer geek whom loves weird one-off gadgets; he also loves nature and photography.
Trevin
Sulentich
Business Manager
(he/him)
Trevin Sulentich is a first-year Geology student and the current Business Manager of the Lode. He keeps the ledger and manages the ads that appear in the Lode. Outside of the Lode, he plays his trombone both in the Superior Wind Symphony and beyond, is a member of both the American Institute of Professional Geologists and the National GroundWater Association, and a member of the Geology club. He also plays card games and mahjong with friends in his free time.
Emily
Kehoe
Media Editor
(she/her)
Emily Kehoe is a second year nursing major, psychology minor and the Media Editor for the Lode. She takes photos at major campus events, with sports (hockey and football) being her favorites. She also edits photos that the Lode receives while listening to true crime podcasts. Outside of the Lode, she’s a part of the Alpine Ski Team, Concordia Student Ministry, and loves to read and bake. If you see her out and about with a camera, make sure to tell her hello!
Ami
Pierce
Student Life Editor
(she/her)
Ami Pierce is a second-year medical lab scientist and the Section Editor for Student Life. She assigns stories to journalists based around student and campus life as well as edits articles for The Lode. Previously, she was the Section Editor for World News. Besides The Lode, Ami is an RA in Wads and a Writing Center coach who enjoys music and a little video game here and there.
Arianna
Groke
World News Editor
(she/they)
Arianna Groke is a second year Computer Science major and Psychology minor. They are also the current World News editor for The Lode. They oversee production of World articles, ensuring a flow of global updates relevant to Tech and its students. outside of the Lode, they are an avid performer and member of other student groups on campus.
Tahera
Salman
Almugabgab
Sports Editor
(she/her)
Hannah
Arnett
Social Media Manager
(she/her)
Meeting Times and Office Hours
Meeting times and office hours for the 2025-26 school year
General Body Meeting: 6:00 p.m. in Walker 107 (Writing Center), weekly on Mondays
Production Meeting: 5:00 p.m. in Walker 107 (Writing Center), weekly on Sundays
Office Hours: 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. weekdays in Walker 105, or by appointment (Email mtulode@mtu.edu)