Student Newspaper at Michigan Tech University since 1921

Published Weekly on Tuesdays Office Located in Walker 105

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Interested in working with The Lode?

The Lode, Michigan Tech’s student newspaper since 1921, is currently hiring for ALL student editorial team positions; Managing Editor; Editorial Assistant; Media Editor and Design, Layout, & Copy Editor. Responsibilities, qualifications, benefits, and application procedure are outlined in the attached documents. The applications are due on March 25, 2024. Please send your applications to mtulode@mtu.edu and CC mbseigel@mtu.edu. Click here for application information

We are always looking for general members to join as well! Michigan Tech students from all backgrounds are welcome.

Positions Available

  • Reporters/writers
  • Copyeditors
  • Photographers
  • Graphic designers
  • Management
  • Comic designers
  • Marketing personnel

Attend one of our general body meetings (Mondays at 7:00pm) in Walker 107 (Writing Center) to learn more about our organization and our newspaper.

You can also join our Discord or email us at mtulode@mtu.edu to learn more. 

Working with us can give you valuable experience with:

Ethical Reasoning

Time Management

Working on Deadlines

Writing

Leadership

Critical Thinking

Interpersonal Communication

Community Engagement

Marketing and Sales

Google Sheets

InDesign

Organizing, hosting and leading events

Photography

Editing while following a style guide (AP Style)