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Thursday, December 18, 2025
Closures and Outages
Financial Aid will be closed on the 19th for Graduation
Congrats, Fall grads!! Our office will be closed Friday the 19th so we can help celebrate your accomplishments!
Network Maintenance This Saturday 12/20 6AM-6PM
IT will be performing critical campus network maintenance during this time. Expect minor outages. Click for more details.
Campus Announcements
Last Chances For Holiday Shopping!
Visit the Holiday Market today, open 9 AM–4 PM in the Student Center Atrium. Gifts, jewelry, and more through Dec. 19.
New Spring 2026 HASS 400-level course offering
HASS 498C - Contemporary International Relations
Campus Events
Need a Fresh Start to Your Break? Join World Meditation Day!
Celebrate World Meditation Day virtually with millions of others the globe!!
Youth Camp Descriptions and Dates Now Available!
New Summer Youth Camps @ Mines!
Career, Training and Professional Development Opportunities
Everyday AI: Using Google Gemini for Efficiency (Virtual)
Learn how to apply Google Gemini to everyday tasks and boost your productivity.
MediaSpace Training: Managing and Sharing Video at Mines
Get started with MediaSpace, Mines’ platform for managing and sharing video content.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Closures and Outages
Green Center & Sigma Nu Wi-Fi Changes in January
Expect intermittent outages Jan 5-9. Use the new "Mines" network in Green Center & Sigma Nu after Jan 9.
Ore Cart Shuttle Service
Winter Break Closure
The Mines “M” will not be illuminated on Dec. 15 – 18, 2025
Mines will de-energize power lines to the “M” due to weather-related wildfire safety concerns.
Upcoming Road Closure of 19th St. from Elm to Illinois
19th St between Elm and Illinois will be closed on these dates 12/22/25 - 12/23/25 and then again on 12/29/25 - 01/10/2026
Employee and Benefits News
Action Required: Expiring Student Worker Contracts
Please review your student employees' contracts immediately for upcoming or past end dates.
Campus Announcements
Holiday Checklist
Tips to reduce your environmental impact during the holiday breaks
Power Up and Play: Explore Our Epic Tech Collection!
Discover a world of gadgets, games, and gear! Borrow tools, cameras, Legos, chargers, and more from our tech collection.
Campus Events
All Faculty Lunch: Entrepreneurial Mindset in ME – Jan. 21
Learn from ME faculty colleagues about threading curiosity, connections, & creating value into the curriculum! Register here.
Climate Change, Decarbonization, and Geoengineering - today
Payne hybrid CCUS Coffee hour with Jonathan Stickel, JStickel ChemEng Consulting, free breakfast
Mines Classified Employee Recognition Ceremony
Save the date and nominate for the Classified Employee Recognition Ceremony!
Survivor Response Training | January 8 8:30am-12pm
Sign up to learn to Compassionately Respond to Survivors of Sexual Violence
TRIVIA + SILENT AUCTION - Support the Student Emergency Fund
Support the students in need by playing trivia, and bidding on items like gift cards to local restaurants!
Career, Training and Professional Development Opportunities
Canvas Essentials Training for Faculty
Join Mines IT for Canvas training to build courses, organize content, create assignments, and grade efficiently.
Everyday AI: Using Google Gemini for Efficiency (Virtual)
Learn how to apply Google Gemini to everyday tasks and boost your productivity.
Everyday AI: Using MS Copilot for Productivity (Virtual)
Learn how to use Microsoft Copilot for everyday tasks to boost your productivity.
Everyday AI: Using NotebookLM for Productivity (Virtual)
Learn how to apply NotebookLM to everyday tasks and boost your productivity.
IT Training: Canvas Accessibility Scanner Workshop
Learn how to use the Canvas Accessibility Scanner, review the dashboard, accessibility guide, and alternative file formats.
Every Oredigger
Here it is, your Mines Moment of Zen
A question for the ages: What happens when Swan Lake meets Jurassic Park?
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Campus Announcements
Join the Administrative Professionals Group Today!
All Mines Employees Are Welcome to Join The Administrative Professionals Group
New Spring 2026 HASS 400-level course offering
HASS 498C - Contemporary International Relations
Shop the Holiday Market Today!
Visit the Holiday Market today, open 9 AM–4 PM in the Student Center Atrium. Gifts, jewelry, and more through Dec. 19.
Student Health Insurance Plan enrollees
Student Health Insurance Plan enrollees
Campus Events
Join the LGBTQ+ MCA for a Relaxation Station 12/16 2-3pm!
Take a break during finals week with DIY Self Care Kits and Snacks!
ONLINE AUCTION - Support the Student Emergency Fund!
Support the students in need by bidding on items like, BLUE Parking Pass, IKON Ski Pass, and Southwest Airlines gift cards!
Club Meetings
NO Mines Without Borders meeting tonight!
Regular work meetings will resume in January! Good luck with your finals, and enjoy your break!
Monday, December 15, 2025
Closures and Outages
BlasterCard Office Closed Friday 12/19
Our office will be closed on Friday, 12/19 for Commencement.
Financial Aid will be closed on the 19th for Graduation
Congrats, Fall grads!! Our office will be closed Friday the 19th so we can help celebrate your accomplishments!
Labriola InnoHub Closed over Winter Break
The InnoHub will be closed from December 18, 2025 - January 11, 2026.
Employee and Benefits News
Action Required: Expiring Student Worker Contracts
Please review your student employees' contracts immediately for upcoming or past end dates.
Corebridge 1:1 Financial Planning Meetings for all employees
Meetings with Corebridge Financial, our MDCP & 403b administrator, to answer questions about financial planning.
Campus Announcements
Labs - Last day to order chemicals is Dec. 16th
Reminder - last day to order chemicals is Dec 16th
Student Health Center will be closed the afternoon of 12/17
Student Health Center will be closed the afternoon of Wednesday, December 17th from 1:00pm - 4:45pm.
Want to find or evaluate a source? Learn about resources?
Use the Library's “Book a Librarian” for in-person or virtual consultations to discuss information needs, get advice, & more.
Campus Events
Climate Change, Decarbonization, and Geoengineering - 12/17
Payne hybrid CCUS Coffee hour with Jonathan Stickel, JStickel ChemEng Consulting, free breakfast
TRIVIA + SILENT AUCTION - Support the Student Emergency Fund
Support the students in need by playing trivia, and bidding on items like gift cards to local restaurants!
Career, Training and Professional Development Opportunities
Everyday AI: Using Google Gemini for Efficiency (Virtual)
Learn how to apply Google Gemini to everyday tasks and boost your productivity.
Everyday AI: Using MS Copilot for Productivity (Virtual)
Learn how to use Microsoft Copilot for everyday tasks to boost your productivity.
Everyday AI: Using NotebookLM for Productivity (Virtual)
Learn how to apply NotebookLM to everyday tasks and boost your productivity.
Club Meetings
Graduate Christian Fellowship: Mon 12/15 at 6 pm, McNeil 215
Graduate Students: We would love for you to join for a delicious home cooked meal, a time of fellowship, and a Bible study.
Athletics and Rec Sports
Spring IM Sports Schedule!!
Check IMLeagues for the Spring IM Sports Schedule!
SRC Open Swim 6:00am-8:00am Canceled on Thursday, Dec. 18th
The morning session of Open Swim 6:00am-8:00am has been canceled on Thursday, December 18th.
Friday, December 12, 2025
Campus Announcements
Shop the Holiday Market Today!
Visit the Holiday Market today, open 9 AM–4 PM in the Student Center Atrium. Gifts, jewelry, and more through Dec. 19.
Campus Events
A big thanks to donors on CO Gives Day, Dec. 9!
39 CO locals raised $10,701 for Mines students and programs.
Join the LGBTQ+ MCA for a Relaxation Station 12/16 2-3pm!
Take a break during finals week with DIY Self Care Kits and Snacks!
Pause for Paws is happening today from 11am to 2pm!
Need a break from studying for finals? Visit the Boettcher Room to pet therapy dogs Friday, December 12th from 11am-2pm
Research Announcements
Last spots to earn $15 to interact with an LLM!
Participate in a research study to help us build better AI teammates for future space missions!
Thursday, December 11, 2025
Closures and Outages
19th Street Closure - Dec 22-23 and Dec 29-Jan 10
19th Street will be closed in both directions between Elm Street and Illinois Street during this closure.
Book & Brew will have adjusted hours during Finals SEE BELOW
Book & Brew will be open Friday 12/12 7am-5:30pm, Monday & Tuesday 12/15 & 12/16 7am-2:30pm and Wednesday 12/17 7am-1:30pm
Build & Brew will have adjusted hours for Finals
Build & Brew will be OPEN 5pm-10pm on December 12th, 14th, 15th & 16th and CLOSED during normal hours 12/12-1/11
Career Center Closure
The Career Center will be closed Friday, December 12th from 11:30 am to 5 pm.
SAIL Winter Break Closure
The SAIL office will be closed from December 19th to January 5th!
Workday Outage Next Tuesday, December 16 from 5-6pm
Workday will be unavailable next Tuesday, December 16 from 5-6 p.m. MDT for fiscal maintenance.
Important Deadlines
Student Scholarship Available: SSR Mining
Apply for SSR Mining Scholarships by December 27th
Timesheets - Accelerated Holiday Schedule
Due to the upcoming holidays, employees must submit timesheets by EOD 12/15 and managers approve by EOD 12/16.
Campus Announcements
Are You Graduating in December?
ARe you the first in your family, other than siblings to attend college>
International Student Social - ISSS Event
Join ISSS for an International Student Social at Mines Park!
Know before you GO! Is there space at the library right now?
Download Waitz (or click here to visit the website) & select Mines. The sensors provide real-time data on places to study!
New Spring 2026 HASS 400-level course offering
HASS 498C - Contemporary International Relations
The Writing Center will be open limited hours Finals Week
Consultants available online and in-person next week. Jump start summer writing projects or finish final assignments for fall
USG Discretionary Fund Applications due 1/1/2026
This fund is open to all students, student groups, and student orgs to request funding for appropriate projects.
Campus Events
Mines Classified Employee Recognition Ceremony
Save the date and nominate for the Classified Employee Recognition Ceremony!
Moonlight Breakfast: TONIGHT
Fuel up for finals with a Late-Night Breakfast! TONIGHT, 8–9:30 PM at Mines Market. FREE for all students!
ONLINE AUCTION - Support the Student Emergency Fund!
Support the students in need by bidding on items like, BLUE Parking Pass, IKON Ski Pass, and Southwest Airlines gift cards!
Registration is open for Girls Lead the Way 2026!
SWE's Girls Lead the Way 2026 invites high schoolers to explore engineering at Mines through hands-on activities and labs!
Career, Training and Professional Development Opportunities
Join Our Spring Book Club: The Opposite of Cheating
Apply by Jan.9 for Trefny Center’s book club exploring the future of teaching and learning in the age of GenAI. FREE BOOK!
Volunteer for the AVA Engineering Expo-12/12 from 12pm-3pm
Inspire the next generation! Aspen View Academy seeks STEM professionals/groups to present at the 2nd annual Engineering Expo
Athletics and Rec Sports
SRC Early Close on Sunday, December 14th.
The Student Rec Center will be open 9AM-4PM on Sunday, December 14th.
Every Oredigger
Boost Your Health Practice Gratitude with Thankful Thursdays
Mines Counseling encourages gratitude! Share your thanks by tagging someone in the new Thankful Thursday post.
Here it is, your Mines Moment of Zen
One day late, but hopefully worth the wait: A song to get you pumped for Finals. Good luck, Orediggers!
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Closures and Outages
Labriola InnoHub Reduced Hours During Finals Week
The InnoHub shops and Makerspace will have reduced hours starting 12/11 to 12/17. 10am - 4pm weekdays and noon - 4pm weekends
Ore Cart Shuttle Service
Modified Service for Holiday Parade, Saturday, 12/13
Employee and Benefits News
Action Required: Expiring Student Worker Contracts
Please review your student employees' contracts immediately for upcoming or past end dates.
Campus Announcements
Check out hiking maps from the Library!
Let the Library’s 100s of hiking maps guide your way. Find new trails. Check out maps from the Map Room at the Library.
Fall Policy Updates
Check out our recent policy updates!
Got advising questions? Final Fall Drop-Ins in CASA on 12/10
Click for more details on the final fall drop-ins and expanded drop-ins at start of spring semester.
Health Center suggestions for upcoming graduates at Mines
Health needs to address prior to your commencement.
Shop the Holiday Market Today!
Visit the Holiday Market today, open 9 AM–4 PM in the Student Center Atrium. Gifts, jewelry, and more through Dec. 19.
Campus Events
AIChE + ACS Finals Study Night
Join AIChE and ACS as we prep for finals! Stop by for snacks and studying between 3-6pm in Brown W280.
ASHRAE Study Night - 12/11 5pm
ASHRAE is hosting a study night with TAs and professors from thermo, fluids, and heat transfer. Stop by for help studying!
BRICKMAS-BASH Building Competition with Mines Lego Club
Come celebrate the end of the semester with a holiday-themed building competition and ugly sweater contest! Prizes for both!!
Final Project Showcase: Digital Electronics
Today! Dec 10, 1:00 PM, CoorsTek Atrium: Join the Physics Majors as they unveil their final embedded systems projects.
ODAC Bagel Review Day 12/11 9-11 AM in MZ 108
Join ODAC for bagels, coffee, and orange juice on rest day! Come study, craft, relax, play boardgames and more before finals!
Pause for Paws
Need a break from studying for finals? Visit the Boettcher Room to pet therapy dogs Friday, December 12th from 11am-2pm
Research Announcements
Last spots to earn $15 to interact with an LLM!
Participate in a research study to help us build better AI teammates for future space missions!
Tuesday, December 9, 2025
Closures and Outages
Bursar's Office and Cashier's Office Closure
The Bursar's Office and Cashier's Office will be closed Wednesday, December 10th
Counseling Center Closure
The Counseling center will be closed, Wednesday, December 10th, from 2:30 pm – 4:45 pm.
MAPS Office Closure
The MAPS Office will be closed Wednesday, December 10th, from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
Important Deadlines
Faculty Awards
We are excited to remind you that the Academic Affairs office is accepting nominations for the 2025-2026 Faculty Awards!
Timesheets - Accelerated Holiday Schedule
Due to the upcoming holidays, employees must submit timesheets by EOD 12/15 and managers approve by EOD 12/16.
Campus Announcements
Chem Store and EHS closing at 12pm on Friday 12/12
EHS and CSDF offices will be closed at 12pm on Friday, December 12th. For immediate assistance please call 303-273-3316.
Finish Strong with the Writing Center’s Support
Last push for finals! Secure your Writing Center appointment for personalized help on final papers and projects.
Last Chunch of the Semester is today
Come join us for free lunch and fellowship
Mines African Students Union Fest: Graduate Celebration!
MASU Fest: Semester Close-Out & Graduate Celebration happening this Friday, December 12 at 5:00 p.m. in Marquez 122!
Campus Events
CASA Pre-Finals Tutoring: Get a head start studying!
Held Thursday, 12/11 from 10 - 2pm in the Student Center Ballrooms. Hot chocolate, lunch and snack bags will be provided!
Colorado Gives Day is Today!
Give where you live today and support Mines on CO Gives Day!
Final Project Showcase: Digital Electronics
Wed, December 10, 1:00 PM, CoorsTek Atrium: Join the Physics Majors as they unveil their final embedded systems projects.
FREE HOLIDAY KIT: Home for the Holidays Tabling @ Labriola!
Going home for break can be overwhelming... stop by Labriola Atrium to grab a free holidays kit Dec. 10th 11am-1pm!
Moonlight Breakfast
Fuel up for finals with a Late-Night Breakfast! Dec 11, 8–9:30 PM at Mines Market. FREE for all students!
Undergraduate Research Poster Session
Enjoy treats & learn about undergraduate student research projects - CoorsTek Atrium, Tues Dec 9, 1-2 PM
Career, Training and Professional Development Opportunities
Volunteer for the AVA Engineering Expo-12/12 from 12pm-3pm
Inspire the next generation! Aspen View Academy seeks STEM professionals/groups to present at the 2nd annual Engineering Expo
Club Meetings
Christmas Party 12/9/25
Free food, gingerbread decorating, and fellowship
Last Mines Without Borders meeting until January!
Come hang out with us before finals in the last meeting of the semester! 6-7:15 in McNeil 214
Athletics and Rec Sports
ORC Spring Trip Registration is now Open!
Backcountry skiing, ice climbing, resort shuttles and more - spring trip registration is now open! Don’t miss your spot!
Monday, December 8, 2025
Closures and Outages
Ore Cart Shuttle Service
Winter Break Closure
Employee and Benefits News
Corebridge 1:1 Financial Planning Meetings for all employees
Meetings with Corebridge Financial, our MDCP & 403b administrator, to answer questions about financial planning.
Important Deadlines
Final Grades for Fall 2025 are due December 22
Final grades for the Fall 2025 semester are due Monday, December 22 at 4:30 p.m.
Campus Announcements
Apply to be a Peer Mentor!
Join the Peer Mentor family! Check out the link for more details on the position and application.
Labs - Last day to order chemicals is Dec. 16th
Reminder - last day to order chemicals is Dec 16th
Library Hours
Sunday 10am-12am; Monday-Thursday 7am-12am; Friday 7am-6pm; Saturday 10am-6pm
New Spring 2026 HASS 400-level course offering
HASS 498C - Contemporary International Relations
Shop the Holiday Market Today!
Visit the Holiday Market today, open 9 AM–4 PM in the Student Center Atrium. Gifts, jewelry, and more through Dec. 19.
Spring Semester Parking Permits Are Now Available
Spring parking permits may be purchased online or at the Parking Office. Fall Semester permits expire on Dec. 31, 2025.
Campus Events
ASHRAE Study Night - 12/11 5pm
ASHRAE is hosting a study night with TAs and professors from thermo, fluids, and heat transfer. Stop by for help studying!
BRICKMAS-BASH Building Competition with Mines Lego Club
Come celebrate the end of the semester with a holiday-themed building competition and ugly sweater contest! Prizes for both!!
Colorado Gives Day tomorrow, Dec. 9!
Did you know you can schedule your gift early?
MONDAY Ratio Christi-mas! Games, Fun & Challenging Questions
McNeil313 7PM Take a fun study break and play a Christmas Kahoot, eat snacks, and collaborate to answer some tough questions!
MTGN 333 Bladesmithing Showcase - 12/8 1-3:30pm, CK Atrium
Come see the knives made by students in the CoorsTek Atrium from 1-3:30 pm on Monday, December 8th!
ONLINE AUCTION - Support the Student Emergency Fund!
Support the students in need by bidding on items like, BLUE Parking Pass, IKON Ski Pass, and Southwest Airlines gift cards!
Relax with Slime Making! Dec 9th 6-7:30pm in Coorstek Atrium
Join MAC and relax before finals by making slime! Free Candy!
STUDENT PHILANTHROPIST PINS - PICK UP TODAY
If you have given Mines your TIME, TREASURE, or TALENT, you get an OreGiver pin to wear at graduation! Fill out form below!
STUDENT PHILANTHROPY OPEN HOUSE TONIGHT - Register Now!
If you have given Mines your TIME, TREASURE, or TALENT, you are invited! RSVP now for FREE DINNER and fun games on Dec. 8th!
The InnoHub E&I ProtoFund Showcase is Today at 3:30PM!
Come see what 13 teams have built! Stop by Labriola Atrium today, Dec. 8, from 3:30–5:30PM. Free snacks—come anytime!
Tri-Alpha Study Social
Join us today, Dec 5th at 4pm in East Classroom 120
TRIVIA + SILENT AUCTION - Support the Student Emergency Fund
Support the students in need by playing trivia, and bidding on items like gift cards to local restaurants!
Career, Training and Professional Development Opportunities
IT Workshop: How to Migrate your files to the Cloud
IT has an upcoming workshop which will cover migrating your files to the cloud with OneDrive and Teams
Work Smarter with AI: Join IT’s Intro AI Training Workshop
This workshop will cover AI Essentials for everyday work and practical skills with NotebookLM, Gemini and Microsoft Copilot
Club Meetings
Anime Club Movie (With Pizza) - 12/10 - Millenium Actress
This is the final meeting of the semester. Take a quick break from studying and enjoy some pizza and a good movie
ASCE Meeting Friday 12/5 at 12PM – Hill Hall 202
Come learn more about ASCE. Food will be served.
Graduate Christian Fellowship - Mon 12/8 at 6 pm, McNeil 215
Graduate Students: Join us for a delicious home-cooked meal, a time of fellowship, and a Bible study!
Athletics and Rec Sports
Check Out the Finals Week Group Fitness Schedule!
Click the link to see group fitness classes offered betwen 12/11/2025 - 12/17/2025!
ORC Spring Trip Registration Opens TODAY
Backcountry skiing, ice climbing, resort shuttles and more - spring trip registration is now open! Don’t miss your spot!
Friday, December 5, 2025
Important Deadlines
Scholarship- Chevron PE and Facilities
Apply for Chevron Scholarships by December 10th
SENIORS! Yearbook Deadline Approaching!!!
Senior photos and quotes are due January 5th!
Campus Announcements
Scholarship: Need textbooks? Application due TODAY
The textbook scholarship is open to undergrad students for the spring. Click the link for details on how to apply.
Student Philanthropy Open House | December 8 | 5-7PM
Join us as we celebrate Orediggers who have given back to Mines! Grab free food, play games, & learn about Phil Tank winners!
TODAY! *WINTER MOCKTAIL PARTY!!! * (12/5, 5-8PM, LABRIOLA)
CUSTOMIZE MOCKTAILS!!! :D FOOD, MUSIC, AND ORGS! Chill and Learn about Campus Resources for Finals/Holidays! RSVP <- OR SHOW!
Campus Events
2025 Trivia Night – Registration!
The Faculty & Staff Giving Committee is hosting Trivia Night on December 19. Registration & Call for Volunteers is Open!
Final Project Showcase: Digital Electronics
Wed, December 10, 1:00 PM, CoorsTek Atrium: Join the Physics Majors as they unveil their final embedded systems projects.
Mines Concert Band Winter Concert TONIGHT at 7pm
Join the Mines Band as they ring in the holiday season - Bunker Auditorium 7-9pm. Concert is free and open to the public!
Academic Lectures
CBE Shell Seminar Series - Luis Solorio, Purdue University
December 5th, Dr. Solorio presents his talk titled "Mechanical Drivers of Tumor Dormancy"
Research Announcements
Earn $15 to interact with an LLM!
Participate in a research study to help us build better AI teammates for future space missions!
Athletics and Rec Sports
ORC Spring Trip Registration Opens on Dec 8th
Backcountry skiing, ice climbing, resort shuttles and more - spring trip registration opens Dec. 8. Don’t miss your spot!
Thursday, December 4, 2025
Closures and Outages
Career Center Closed Friday, December 5
Career Center Closed Friday, December 5
Ore Cart Early Service Closure
Friday, 12/5 4:00pm
Campus Announcements
***WINTER MOCKTAIL PARTY!!! *** (12/5, 5-8PM, LABRIOLA) TMR!
CUSTOMIZE MOCKTAILS!!! :D FOOD, MUSIC, AND ORGS! Chill and Learn about Campus Resources for Finals/Holidays! RSVP <- OR SHOW!
Health Center suggestions for upcoming graduates at Mines
Health needs to address prior to your commencement.
Interested in private music lessons? Register for LIMU189
Register for LIMU 189 for individual instruction on your choice from a variety of instruments!
Looking for textbooks? Try the Library!
Want to save money on textbooks? Search the library catalog.
New Spring 2026 HASS 400-level course offering
HASS 498C - Contemporary International Relations
Shop the Holiday Market Today!
Visit the Holiday Market today, open 9 AM–4 PM in the Student Center Atrium. Gifts, jewelry, and more through Dec. 19.
USG Discretionary Fund Applications due 1/1
This fund is open to all students, student groups, and student orgs to request funding for appropriate projects.
Campus Events
Annual Gingerbread Bridge Competition at Friedhoff Hall 12/5
Annual Gingerbread Bridge Competition at Friedhoff Hall this Friday (9am-12pm).
Archbishop Aquila is coming to Mines for Mass this Sunday!
Join us for a Catholic Mass this Sunday at 8pm in the Student Center Ballrooms. Archbishop Aquila will be the celebrant!
Graduate Writing Group 12/5: Celebrate Your Semester Success
Wrap up the semester with GWG! Connect with peers, celebrate accomplishments, and enjoy fellowship and snacks together.
Join us on December 10th for the Campus Holiday Open House
Please join President Paul and Mrs. Elyse Johnson at the Residence for a holiday open house from 1 to 4pm.
Mines Cheer Canes Fundraising Night
Stop by the Canes on Wadsworth on Thursday from 4-10pm and mention Mines Cheer to help us get to Nationals!!
Mines Classified Employee Recognition Ceremony
Save the date and nominate for the Classified Employee Recognition Ceremony!
Moving out and planning on throwing away old cookware?
Don't let it go to waste, donate it to Plant Futures/Curling's regular community dinner initiative at Mines: Bowl Club!
MTGN 333 Bladesmithing Showcase - 12/8 1-3:30pm, CK Atrium
Come see the knives made by students in the CoorsTek Atrium from 1-3:30 pm on Monday, December 8th!
Relax with Slime Making! Dec 9th 6-7:30pm in Coorstek Atrium
Join MAC and relax before finals by making slime! Free Candy!
STUDENT PHILANTHROPIST PINS - GRADUATING IN 2025?
If you have given Mines your TIME, TREASURE, or TALENT, you get an OreGiver pin to wear at graduation! Fill out form below!
STUDENT PHILANTHROPY OPEN HOUSE
If you have given Mines your TIME, TREASURE, or TALENT, you are invited! RSVP now for FREE DINNER and fun games on Dec. 8th!
Video Games & the Impact of Chronic Over-Stimulation on 12/8
Learn more about the impact of chronic over-stimulation and gain the tools necessary to take back control.
Winter Ball!
Join us for a nutcracker themed night of dancing, cookie contest, food, and lots of fun! Dec 6th, 6-10pm @ Friedhoff GC
Club Meetings
Math Club Study Night
Come work on homework and study for exams as the semester begins to wrap up on Dec. 3rd at CK140, 5-6pm.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Campus Announcements
Drop-in writing tutoring Sun-Thu 6-9pm in the Library
Undergraduate Writing Fellows available for drop-in tutoring Sunday through Thursday from 6-9pm in the Arthur Lakes Library
Food Truck on 15th Street
Looking for something tasty? Swing by 15th Street outside Hill Hall for food trucks every Tuesday–Thursday!
Prepare for end of semester projects, papers & presentations
The Writing Center is open Sun-Thur 9am-5pm for both in-person and online appointments, and 6pm-9pm for online consultations.
Register Study Abroad in Costa Rica –Spring Break Adventure!
Register now to spend Spring Break in Costa Rica – 8 Days of Culture, Adventure & Learning! Everyone is welcome!
Student Health Insurance Plan enrollees
Student Health Insurance Plan enrollees
Student Philanthropy Open House | 12/08 | 5-7PM
Join us as we celebrate Orediggers who have given back to Mines! Grab free food, play games, & learn about Phil Tank winners!
Career, Training and Professional Development Opportunities
Gain skills to be a collaborative professional engineer
Explore Teach@Mines! Teaching develops public speaking confidence, collaboration skills, and leadership experience.
Club Meetings
Mines Lego Club Weekly Meeting - THIS FRIDAY
Join Mines Lego Club this Friday in McNeil 313 for the final free-build meeting of the semester!!!
Academic Lectures
CEE/HSE Enviro Seminar: Dr. Andrew Gronewold, U. Michigan
Hydroclimate Models and Data for Collaborative Management of Global Transboundary Waters: Fri, Dec 5, Coolbaugh 219 12PM
MME Ansell Lecture Seminar on 12/4 at 4pm in Hill Hall 202
Dr. Sarma Pisupati, Pennsylvania State University - Sustainable Recovery of Critical Minerals from Secondary Resources
Research Announcements
Earn $15 to interact with an LLM!
Participate in a research study to help us build better AI teammates for future space missions!
Athletics and Rec Sports
Mines Club Ice Hockey Team Store!!!
Support Mines Ice Hockey and shop at the new Team Store before it closes on 12/7.
ORC Spring Trip Registration Opens on Dec 8th
Backcountry skiing, ice climbing, resort shuttles and more - spring trip registration opens Dec. 8. Don’t miss your spot!
Every Oredigger
Here it is, your Mines Moment of Zen
"Are you going back to bed?" Same, girl, same.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
Closures and Outages
Ore Cart Early Service Closure
Friday, 12/5 4:00pm
Employee and Benefits News
Corebridge 1:1 Financial Planning Meetings for all employees
Meetings with Corebridge Financial, our MDCP & 403b administrator, to answer questions about financial planning.
Campus Announcements
***WINTER MOCKTAIL PARTY!!! *** (12/5, 5-8PM, LABRIOLA)
CUSTOMIZE MOCKTAILS!!! :D FOOD, MUSIC, AND ORGS! Chill and Learn about Campus Resources for Finals/Holidays! RSVP <- OR SHOW!
Are you Graduating in December?
Are you the first in your family, other than siblings to attend college?
Chunch Tuesday Menu
Free lunch is available from 11-1pm at Calvary Church
Interested in private music lessons? Register for LIMU189
Register for LIMU 189 for individual instruction on your choice from a variety of instruments!
Shop the Holiday Market Today!
Visit the Holiday Market today, open 9 AM–4 PM in the Student Center Atrium. Gifts, jewelry, and more through Dec. 19.
Sign up for a research study and get a $15 Amazon giftcard
Parcitipate in a MIRRORLab study by interacting with robot interface, you will get a $15 Amazon gift card!
Use interlibrary loan for items your library doesn’t have!
We search libraries around the world to get you the material you need- free of charge! Have questions? Email libbor@mines.edu
Campus Events
Happy #GivingTuesday!
Support your favorite Gold Mine projects before midnight & check out the Swiger’s match.
Join us at the InnoHub E&I ProtoFund Showcase on Dec 8!
See 13 teams unveil their prototypes! Monday, Dec 8, 3:30–5:30PM at Labriola Atrium. Drop in anytime—refreshments on us!
Mines Symphony Orchestra Concert - 2pm Sunday, December 7th!
Free for all! Come by Bunker Auditorium on Sunday to hear the orchestra perform Copland, Beethoven, and Tchaikovsky!
Peace Corps Prep @ Mines Informational Session, Dec 9 11AM
Learn about the Peace Corps and how you can plug into a rich community of service-minded peers on the Mines campus!
