Rae Suter - President

Major: Scientific and Technical Communication

Minor: International Studies

I became a Scientific and Technical Communication major in spring of 2005. Ever since I joined, I have been incorporating STC into every part of my school life. I love being active and am also part of the STC Arts Enterprise, Student Theater Association, Social Dance Club, and have studied abroad in Japan. While I was unsure when I came to Michigan Tech, STC and the STC Student Chapter is definitely the place for me.

Stephen Anderson - Vice President

Major: Scientific and Technical Communication

Stephen Anderson, the Vice President of the STC Student Chapter, is in his second year as an STC major at Michigan Tech. In addition to his involvement in the chapter, he has stayed active by serving as the News Editor for the Michigan Tech Lode and Editorial Director for the STC Arts Enterprise. Stephen also serves as a youth soccer referee in the local community and as a youth helper in his local church. His hobbies include spending time with his girlfriend, playing and watching sports, and sleeping.

Belle Wirtanen - Treasurer

Major: Scientific and Technical Communication

I am originally from Hancock, Michigan. I chose to attend Michigan Tech because of the STC program. I am currently a senior majoring in Scientific and Technical Communication with a minor in Communication Studies. I have been able to enjoy my experience in the program, while learning valuable skills I hope to utilize when I graduate. I have been Treasurer of the MTU Student Chapter of STC since the spring of 2007 when the chapter was restarted.

Cassie Brabon- Secretary

Major: Scientific and Technical Communication

Cassie Brabon is the newly appointed secretary for the Chapter. Until she agreed to be apart of our team, Stephen was filling in. More to come about Cassie in a moment.

Melanie Barrette - Outreach Coordinator

Major: Scientific and Technical Communication

Concentration: Psychology

I have lived here all of my life and have a strong family support system here. MTU was a natural choice for me, due to the credibility of the university. I picked STC for my major because communication has always been an important part of my life. Once at MTU I added a minor in Psychology because of the strong connection that it has to the growing field of STC. I am looking forward to a promising career in Texas after graduation.

Being involved in the STC Chapter is an exciting way to build new relationships with students and professors. The chapter has a rich history and I am proud to be a part of getting the chapter reestablished. It is my goal to help bring new members to the chapter who are interested in promoting the visions of the chapter.

Leanne Nordstrom - Outreach Coordinator

Major: Scientific and Technical Communication

Concentration: Marketing

"Stimulate your dreams, attain your goals—keep your individuality"

I am a Scientific and Technical Communications major with a concentration in Marketing. Being organized, detail orientated, and highly motivated this field of study has proven to be both fitting for me and challenging. I've taken on a variety of projects, outside of academia, throughout my educational career; I have learned life-long lessons from these projects that have taught me how to adapt my current studies in industry.

I enjoy working out, being with friends and family, photography, scrapbooking, painting, reading, traveling, and living life to its fullest!