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Thursday, August 28, 2025
Closures and Outages
Ore Cart Shuttle Service Closure
Shuttle service suspended on Labor Day
Important Deadlines
Apply to Give a Faculty Flash Talk at the GenAI Summit 9/26
Share practical examples of integrating Gen AI into your courses with a 10 minute presentation. Apply by Aug 31!
Campus Announcements
Classroom Improvement Committee (CIC) Summer Updates
We have been hard at work continuing to serve you, see a summary of summer 2025 improvements to your campus!
Do you LOVE Lego & Maps? Win a chance to create a Lego map!
Sketch your map with a paragraph on what it is and why you should win! Deadline: 9/12/2025.
Ever thought about working at Financial Aid? Now's the time!
We are looking for folks who dig customer service to fill specific gaps in our schedule. All class levels welcome to apply!
Campus Events
August IT Training: Cloud Storage Migration
IT has an upcoming workshop covering migrating your files to the cloud with OneDrive and Teams
Federal Funding for Graduate School: Information Session
Office of Nationally Competitive Scholarships will discuss funding for grad school through NSF GRF, DOD SMART, NDSET, & more
Grad Students: Unlock Access to SIF Instruments
Connect with the expert team behind SIF and learn how our advanced instrumentation can support your research!
IT Digital Accessibility Training
Learn five easy steps to make your digital materials accessible and improve experiences for all.
Regional Leadership Conference Ed Session Speakers Wanted!!
Do you have a passion for leadership? Consider proposing an Education Session to this year’s Regional Leadership Conference!
RSVP for SWE Welcome Celebration
Join us Saturday, August 30 at 5:00pm on Kafadar Commons for an evening of connection, community, and celebration!
SAVE THE DATE: Prep with Reps is 9/15
Prep with Reps will be Monday, September 15th from 12-3pm in the Student Center Ballrooms!
Work Smarter with AI: Join IT’s AI Workshops
Upcoming workshops cover AI Essentials for Everyday Work and Practical Skills with NotebookLM, Gemini, and Microsoft Copilot.
Career/Professional Development Opportunities
Career Days Workshop Series: SAVE THE DATES!
Check out the career center’s workshop series to help you prep for career days and job searching - September 2-12!
Get Dressed to Impress at Career Days
JC Penney Suit Up on 9.11.25 offers students the opportunity for discount professional clothing
JOIN ENTREPRENEURSHIP LEADERSHIP
We are training the next generation of engineers, innovators, and changemakers. Join our team!
Print your Career Days Badge Early!
Expedite the Career Days check in process by printing your badge early! Starting next week, 9/2!
Club Meetings
AI/ML Introduction Club With Pizza!!
Introduction meeting on September 2nd in McNeil 213. We will go over the AI/ML Club goals and plans this semester.
American Society of Mechanical Engineers Intro Meeting
Interested in joining one of the largest engineering orgs? Join ASME next Thursday 9/4 at 5:30pm Green Center Petroleum
ASCE Meeting Friday 8/29 at 12PM – Hill Hall 202
Come learn more about ASCE and Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction. Food will be served.
Mines Rockhounding Club in person meetings
Interested in rocks, crystals, and exploring nature? Join us in Berthoud 206 on Tuesday 9/2 to learn more!
Rocket Club Introductory Meeting
Interested in rockets and aerospace? Join us on Friday, 8/29 at 5pm in Marquez 235 to learn about the rocket club!
Athletics and Rec Sports
Free Athletics Home Event Tickets for Mines Students!
Sign up for your free Mines Athletics home event tickets!
Mines Athletics Looking for Marketing help at events!
Do you enjoy working events and want to help with our Mines Athletics Marketing Team?
No Group Fitness on Labor Day 9/1
There will be no group fitness classes on Labor Day. Classes will resume as scheduled on Sept. 2nd.
Every Oredigger
Need to Talk? Try Counseling Center Virtual Office Hours!
Bring Your Quick Question to Counseling Center Virtual Office Hours Today, 11:30 am - 12:30 pm.
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Closures and Outages
D Lot CLOSED - All day Thursday, August 28th
D Lot will be closed all day Thursday, August 28th for Celebration of Mines
Oredigger Outfitters Closed for Labor Day 9/1
Oredigger Outfitters will be closed 9/1 for Labor Day!
Employee and Benefits News
HR is offering learning and development opportunities.
These learning opportunities are focused on career growth, critical thinking, communication, and management essentials..
Important Deadlines
Join Alumnus Tony Kenck's Book Launch Sat, Sept 13; 7-10pm
Free event at the Library celebrating Tony Kenck's book, "Strategic Business Portfolio Management." Click here to register!
The Student Health Insurance Plan e/w deadline 1 week away!
One week left to enroll or waive SHIP! All students must enroll or waive!
Campus Announcements
Accelerate Your Future with the SMART Scholarship
The SMART Scholarship Program offers full tuition scholarships and an impactful career opportunity for STEM students.
Amazon Lockers Now on Campus
Amazon now offers direct delivery for students and staff at three convenient campus locations.
Calling all current and aspiring undergraduate researchers!
Engaged in research or excited to get started? Take your skills to the next level in 1 credit with Research Methods in STEM.
New and Improved Classroom Readiness Team Helpdesk
This new service will be available starting on the first day of the Fall semester -- August 25.
Re-registration for RSOs is open in OreConnect!
All RSOs are required to re-register on OreConnect by August 29th
The Mines Repository holds over 19,000 items
Works created by or in collaboration with Mines faculty, staff, & students can go in the repository supported by the library.
Campus Events
(9/16) Heavy Construction Studio Mixer
Don't want to work at a desk all day? Network with heavy construction industry: find internships/jobs. Free food provided
Coming to the Colorado School of Mines September 3–6, 2025!
NABG's 44th Annual Technical Conference
Creating School/Life Balance Life Hack TODAY 8/27 @ 4pm
Virtual 30-minute workshop from the Counseling Center. Please join us!
IEEE - Evening with Executives 09/16/25
Join IEEE @ Mines for networking, appetizers, and drinks at Fall Evening with Executives! Please RSVP is you plan to attend.
Mines Ballroom Welcome Ball: This Friday!
The Welcome Ball: 5-9PM Aug 29 @ CoorsTek atrium! Free dance lessons, performances & snacks. No experience or partner needed!
Mining Seminar Series Kick Off
Join us to kick off the semester with bold ideas, great company, and free food & drinks in the Mining Engineering Department
Quantum Lunch
Join us for lunch and questions about the QE program and discussion about everything quantum during this social office hour.
RSVP for SWE Welcome Celebration!
Join us Saturday, August 30 at 5:00pm on Kafadar Commons for an evening of connection, community, and celebration!
Students: Want up to $500 to turn your ideas into reality?
Attend The ProtoFund Info Session. Sept 4 at 2:30 PM. Learn how you can get the funds and support to build your prototype!
TODAY Internship Unfiltered!
Reflect on your summer experiences and learn how to show it off at Career Days! Free coffee, tea, treats and prizes!
Career/Professional Development Opportunities
Apply for a TEA Leadership Position!
The Teacher's Education Alliance is looking for a Vice President and Secretary! Anyone is welcome to apply
Career Days are September 16th and 17th!
Learn more about Career Days on Sept 16th and 17th, with DIFFERENT companies attending each date!
FYI
Re-registration for RSOs is open in OreConnect!
All RSOs are required to re-register on OreConnect by August 29th.
Sign-Up for Fall Summit on September 5th from 2:30pm-8:00pm
All RSOs are required to send at least one representative! Register by August 29th.
Athletics and Rec Sports
Free Athletics Home Event Tickets for Mines Students!
Sign up for your free Mines Athletics home event tickets!
Mines Athletics Looking for Marketing help at events!
Do you enjoy working events and want to help with our Mines Athletics Marketing Team?
Tuesday, August 26, 2025
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.
DiggerDial Engagement Center is hiring students! Apply Now!
Connect with the Mines community, speak with alumni, solicit and steward support & drive impact as a DiggerDial Caller!
Campus Announcements
Enter to Win a Prize by Completing the Library's Survey!!!
Help the library support your research needs by completing this brief survey. You could win legos, a hammock, or speakers.
Join the new first-generation honors society, Tri-Alpha!
Mines is now home to a new chapter of Alpha Alpha Alpha, an honors society for first-generation college students!
Late Night at the Periodic Table!
Hungry After Hours? We’ve Got You Covered at the Periodic Table!
LIMU 189 Individual Music Instruction
LIMU 189 Individual Music Instruction
Need research help? Can't find a resource? Click here!
Use the Library's “Book a Librarian” for in-person or virtual consultations to discuss information needs, get advice, & more.
Reminder! Make sure your logos are up to date
Start the year strong—make sure you’re using the latest Mines logos. Download them now at brand.mines.edu/logos
Street Eats at Mines
Food Trucks near the Green Center on 15th Street, Tuesday through Thursday, 11am to 2pm.
Campus Events
August IT Training: Cloud Storage Migration
IT has an upcoming workshop covering migrating your files to the cloud with OneDrive and Teams
IEEE - Evening with Executives 09/16/25
Join IEEE @ Mines for networking, appetizers and drinks at Fall Evening with Executives! Please RSVP if you plan to attend..
IT Digital Accessibility Training
Learn five easy steps to make your digital materials accessible and improve experiences for all.
Meet Mines' new Provost, Dr. Stefanie Tompkins
Discover her path from DARPA Director to campus leader and her vision for shaping innovation and academics at Mines.
Meet Sabré Cook: Racer, Engineer, & Mines Alumna | Sept 2–3
Join SAIL & Mech. Eng. for 2 days of a race car showcase, featured talk w/ Q&A, lunch & learn, speed builds, and more!
MEP Open House- August 27, 4p-6p
Curious about MEP@Mines? Join us at our Open House.
Mines Ballroom Welcome Ball: This Friday!
The Welcome Ball: 5-9PM Aug 29 @ CoorsTek atrium! Free dance lessons, performances & snacks. No experience or partner needed!
Quantum Information Seminar
Dr. Robert Kent, a Senior Quantum Success Engineer for Qblox, will be our first speaker of the semester.
TOMORROW Internship Unfiltered!
Reflect on your summer experiences and learn how to show it off at Career Days! Free coffee, tea, treats and prizes!
Work Smarter with AI: Join IT’s AI Workshops
Upcoming workshops cover AI Essentials for Everyday Work and Practical Skills with NotebookLM, Gemini, and Microsoft Copilot.
Career/Professional Development Opportunities
JOIN EVOLVE ENTREPRENEURSHIP CLUB LEADERSHIP
We are training the next generation of engineers, innovators, and changemakers. Join our team!
Print your Career Days Badge Early!
Expedite the Career Days check in process by printing your badge early! Starting next week on 9/2!
Rapid Resume Reviews: Save the Dates: 9/3 and 9/11
Drop-in to get your resume reviewed in preparation for Career Days!
The Student Assistant Job Fair is TODAY!
Departments around campus are looking to hire students. Come check out all the great opportunities!
Club Meetings
Interested in a career in automotive or batteries?
Come join the Battery Workforce Challenge! Gain real world experience and industry connections! September 2nd, 6PM, BE 204
Rocket Club Introductory Meeting
Interested in rockets and aerospace? Join us on Friday, 8/29 at 5pm in Marquez 235 to learn about the rocket club!
Athletics and Rec Sports
Labor Day Weekend Backpacking
Do you have plans for the long weekend? Sign up to go backpacking in Rocky Mountain National Park with the ORC!
Outdoor Rec Center Back-To-School Sale!
During the first two weeks of school, come to the ORC to get 15% off a bike tune up and all gear rentals!
Register Now for Outdoor Rec Center Trips and Clinics!
If you want to go on an ORC trip or learn some new skills in an ORC clinic - sign up now at the link above!
Monday, August 25, 2025
Closures and Outages
Career Center Closed Friday , Aug 22, 8 am - 2 pm
The Career Center will be closed Friday Aug 22 from 8 am to 2 pm for the M-Climb
D Lot CLOSED - All day Thursday, August 28th
D Lot will be closed all day Thursday, August 28th for Celebration of Mines
InnoHub Shops and Spaces Closed Through September 1
Labriola InnoHub Fall 2025 open hours will begin on Tuesday, September 2. See our calendar for additional details.
Employee and Benefits News
Updates to the Dependent Tuition Reduction Benefit
The application for the Dependent Tuition Reduction benefit will now be submitted electronically through OnBase.
Campus Announcements
Campus Tour Form - Help Us Improve the Tour Experience
Help us keep tour info accurate! Share updates about your dept/org so we can tell the most current Mines story.
CAS Elective (No Prereq!): Organizational Leadership
Looking for a 400-level CAS elective? Enroll in EBGN498A: Organizational Leadership Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:30-1:45!
Excused Absence Policy Reminder
The Excused Absence Policy supports students who are unexpectedly sick or have commitments/conflicts during class...
Re-registration for RSOs is open in OreConnect!
All RSOs are required to re-register on OreConnect by August 29th.
Campus Events
(9/16) Heavy Construction Studio Mixer
Don't want to work at a desk all day? Network with heavy construction industry: find internships/jobs Free food provided
2025 Mines Football Tailgate Sign Up
Join MAC in supporting Mines Football! Register independently or with your club/organization to reserve a free tailgate spot!
Campus Blood Drive Sept. 3rd and 4th
Looking for new and returning blood donors! Sign up today!
Edgar Experimental Mine Tour with Mining Engineering
Ever wondered what it’s like in a real mine? Tour the historic Edgar Mine on 8/30—training Mining Engineers for 100+ years!
Goldwater Scholarship Information Session
Goldwater Scholarship provides $7,500 to undergraduate researchers with plans to pursue PhD and research career
Grill & Chill: Discover Mining Engineering
Curious about Mining? Join us Aug. 30 for free food, a casual intro to Mining Engineering & an optional Edgar Mine tour!
Helluva Service Week Event Registration
Join SAIL and host an event during Helluva Service Week Monday, October 27th - Thursday, October 30th!
Mark Your Calendars! Fall Undergraduate Research Symposium
Attend the Symposium September 24th to learn what Mines' undergraduate students have been researching this summer!
Register for Sorority Recruitment
Sorority Recruitment is coming up from September 6-8. Register before September 5 using the link above.
Sorority Recruitment Info Sessions
Join us in Metals hall on 8/26, 9/2, & 9/4 from 5-6. One session is required for students going through recruitment.
Spanish Conversation Hour
Drop-in Spanish practice in Berthoud
The ProtoFund Info Session: Sept 4 at 2:30PM. Free snacks!
Learn how you can get design support and up to $500 to build your prototype for your student-led project. Sign up today!
THIS WEEK Internship Unfiltered!
Reflect on your summer experiences and learn how to show it off at Career Days! Free coffee, tea, treats and prizes!
Tie Dye Lab Coats with EHS – Everyone Welcome
Get creative with tie dye and learn more about the EHS department on campus!??This is a FREE event & everyone is welcome!
You're invited: Mines–USGS Poster Symposium & Social
A special event celebrating the growing collaborations between Mines and USGS!
Career/Professional Development Opportunities
Career Days are September 16th and 17th!
Learn more about Career Days on Sept 16th and 17th, with DIFFERENT companies attending each date!
Drop-ins are back at the Career Center!
Do you have a career question you need advice on? Drop in to the Career Center M-F between 2pm - 4pm for support!
Let's Hear About Your Summer Internship or Research!
Recently Interned or Completed Research? Tell Us About It!
The Student Assistant Job Fair is TOMORROW!
Departments around campus are looking to hire students. Come check out all the great opportunities tomorrow, 8/26!
Volunteers needed for Fall 2025 Career Days!
Fall 2025 Career Days are Sept 16th and 17th, with DIFFERENT employers attending each date. Sign up to volunteer!
FYI
Sign-Up for Fall Summit on September 5th from 2:30pm-8:00pm
All RSOs are required to send at least one representative! Register by August 29th.
Club Meetings
Choir at Mines
Do you love to sing? Come sing with the Mines Concert Choir!
Academic Lectures
NUGN598A SP TPS: Nuclear Threats & Global Arms Control
Examine nuclear weapons and their characteristics, arms control regimes, and emerging technologies shaping global security.
Athletics and Rec Sports
Check out the Fall Group Fitness schedule!!
Your favorites like Yoga, Cycle, Zumba, and Build are back! Free for students any anyone with a Rec Center membership!
Free Athletics Home Event Tickets for Mines Students!
Sign up for your free Mines Athletics home event tickets!
Mines Athletics Looking for Marketing help at events!
Do you enjoy working events and want to help with our Mines Athletics Marketing Team?
Friday, August 22, 2025
Closures and Outages
Book & Brew will be CLOSED Friday August 22nd
Book & Brew will resume normal hours 7am-5:30pm on Monday August 25th
Bursar's Office Closure
Bursar's Office Closure August 22nd 2025 from 11:30 AM to 1:00PM
Parking Office Closed Friday, Aug 22
Parking Office will be closed Friday, Aug. 22 to walk-in customers.
West (McNeil) Garage Will Be Painted Friday & Saturday
Parking spaces in the West (McNeil) Garage will be painted Friday and Saturday, Aug. 22-23
Campus Announcements
Headshot Sessions
Professional headshot sessions on 09/04/2025 and 09/16/2025. Time slots will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
How many floors does the Library have? What's a study area?
Our library map shows which study areas and bookable rooms are available in real time as well as shows you a floor plan.
Interested in learning about Investments?
Engineering Economics will be accepted as a pre-requisite for EBGN346
LIMU 189 Individual Music Instruction
LIMU 189 Individual Music Instruction
Need a CAS 300-level elective? Try EDNS 315 MWF 10-10:50am
Take Engineering for Social and Environmental Responsibility this Fall: meet a grad req and explore responsible engineering
New and Improved Classroom Readiness Team Helpdesk
This new service will be available starting on the first day of the Fall semester -- August 25.
Campus Events
August IT Training: Cloud Storage Migration
IT has an upcoming workshop covering migrating your files to the cloud with OneDrive and Teams
Faculty and Staff Campus BBQ
Please join us this Friday August 22nd for our annual Faculty and Staff Campus BBQ on Kafadar Commons
First Sunday Mass of the semester 08/24 at 8pm!
Join us for Catholic Mass this Sunday at 8pm in the Student Center Ballrooms. Jesus wants to see you!
Helluva Welcome Movie and Interactive Bingo | Free Canes!
Join MAC at the Helluva Welcome Movie Night! Interactive Bingo and Free Canes! 8/22 South IM Fields at 8pm
Pit Stop and Play - 9/3 5-6 pm
Join MAC, the ME Department, and Sabre Cook for LEGO car building event, light refreshments, and drawing for a LEGO Porsche!
Workshop: Getting Started with iClicker
Learn how iClicker supports interaction and feedback in classrooms, workshops, and events.
Career/Professional Development Opportunities
Effective Teaching with Generative AI: Community of Practice
Join to discuss GenAI trends, share challenges, brainstorm ideas and build a culture of support around teaching and GenAI.
Financial Aid is hiring!
Amazing students for front desk wrangling wanted by Financial Aid! Junior, Senior or new transfer? We especially want you!
Club Meetings
Mines Catholic Welcome Back BBQ
Did someone say free food? This Sunday from 2-7, stop by the Catholic houses for our Welcome Back BBQ!
Academic Lectures
SAVE THE DATES: Fall Climate Seminar Series
Three exciting speakers will be talking about ocean drilling, ocean technology and ice core science-click link for details!
Athletics and Rec Sports
Outdoor Rec Center Back-To-School Sale!
During the first two weeks of school, come to the ORC to get 15% off a bike tune up and all gear rentals!
Every Oredigger
Accessing Workday
We are learning that students are still accessing our Test environment
Thursday, August 21, 2025
Closures and Outages
CASA Closed, Friday, Aug 22, to participate in the M-climb
CASA will be Closed, this Friday, Aug 22, to participate in the M-climb
Employee and Benefits News
Academic Faculty Deferred Pay Schedule
Pay schedule changes must be submitted before August 24th
Important Deadlines
Apply Now: Teach@Mines Noyce Scholarship & Stipend Program
Deadline is Sept 4 for Fall 2025 funding to support students to become science, math, and CS teachers.
Campus Announcements
CAIRO TO CAPETOWN TO LAGOS TO COLOMBIA! WELCOME TO HASS 411
INTERESTED IN COMPARATIVE GEOGRAPHIES, CULTURAL DIVERSITY, ARTS, DEVELOPMENT, CONFLICT + PEACE STUDIES ACROSS GLOBAL SOUTH?
CAS 400-lvl electives: Science, CS, or Math Practices
Explore teaching and earn CAS credit with Teach@Mines
MAGICAL REALISM + SCIENCE FICTION + EXISTENTIALISM+ART/FILM
HASS 307, CONTINUING ENROLLMENT THIS WEEK: CULTURAL-GEOGRAPHIC EXPLORATION FROM CAIRO TO CAMUS TO GARCIA MARQUEZ TO PATAGONIA
Mines Formula New Member Meeting on 8/30 10am Coolbaugh 209
Interested in racing or hands-on engineering experience? Join us to learn about our car, club, and how to get involved.
Oredigger Outfitters Extended Hours for First Week of Class
Oredigger Outfitters will be open extended hours for the 1st week of class. 8/25-/28 8a-5p, and 8/29 8a-4p.
Re-registration for RSOs is open in OreConnect!
All RSOs are required to re-register on OreConnect by August 29th.
Student Worker Positions Available
Dean of Earth and Society Programs Office - 18/hr - Work Study Funding Not Required
Teach@Mines Noyce Classroom Experience Award
Register for SCED262/562 in Fall 2025 and be eligible to earn a stipend while exploring K-12 teaching!
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
2025 Mines Football Tailgate Sign Up
Join MAC in supporting Mines Football! Register independently or with your club/organization to reserve a free tailgate spot!
Career/Professional Development Opportunities
Career Days are September 16th and 17th!
Learn more about Career Days on Sept 16th and 17th, with DIFFERENT companies attending each date!
Geology, Geophysics: NABG is coming to campus.
If you’re interested in presenting your research as a lightning talk to the campus community, please email lwelcome@mines.edu
Internship Unfiltered: free coffee, tea, treats and prizes!
Reflect on your summer internship, research, or other opportunities and learn how to show it off at Career Days!
Volunteers needed for Fall 2025 Career Days!
Fall 2025 Career Days are Sept 16th and 17th, with DIFFERENT employers attending each date. Sign up to volunteer!
FYI
Re-registration for RSOs is open in OreConnect!
All RSOs are required to re-register on OreConnect by August 29th.
Sign-Up for Fall Summit on September 5th from 2:30pm-8:00pm
All RSOs are required to send at least one representative! Register by August 29th.
Athletics and Rec Sports
Outdoor Rec Center Trips Open 8/25
Sign up for ORC fall semester trips and clinics next Monday, Aug-25th at the rec sports store!
Student Rec Center Weekend Hours
The SRC will be open 9AM-10PM on Saturday, Aug 23 for Late Night @ the Rec and 9AM-3PM on Sunday, Aug 24 (early close).
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
Campus Announcements
Enter to Win a Prize by Completing the Library's Survey!!!
Help the library support your research needs by completing this brief survey. You could win legos, a hammock, or speakers.
Join the new first-generation honors society, Tri-Alpha!
Mines is now home to a new chapter of Alpha Alpha Alpha, an honors society for first-generation college students!
LIMU 189 Individual Music Instruction
LIMU 189 Individual Music Instruction
Meet Sabré Cook: Racer, Engineer, & Mines Alumna | Sept 2–3
Join SAIL & Mech. Eng. for 2 days of a race car showcase, featured talk w/ Q&A, lunch & learn, speed builds, and more!
Subscribe to Monthly Research Blast Newsletter
Office of Undergraduate Research's newsletter contains info on upcoming events, opportunities, deadlines, and more.
The ProtoFund Is Accepting Applications for Fall 2025!
Want up to $500 in funding and design support for your student-led project? Apply for The ProtoFund today! Due September 14!
Campus Events
Add the browser extension LibKey Nomad for faster access
From the Library, LibKey Nomad provides quick seamless access to full-text articles the library subscribes to on the web.
August IT Training: Cloud Storage Migration
IT has an upcoming workshop covering migrating your files to the cloud with OneDrive and Teams
Blaster's Basket Drive at the Campus BBQ
The Faculty and Staff Giving Committee is hosting a Blaster's Basket Drive at the Campus BBQ
Faculty and Staff Campus BBQ
Please join us this Friday August 22nd for our annual Faculty and Staff Campus BBQ on Kafadar Commons
Helluva Welcome Movie and Interactive Bingo | Free Canes!
Join MAC at the Helluva Welcome Movie Night! Interactive Bingo and Free Canes! 8/22 South IM Fields at 8pm
Join the M-Climb! 8/22 - Meet at the ORC to hike up Mt. Zion
Sign up below to participate in the M-Climb. Everyone is welcome!
Join the waitlist for a table at Celebration of Mines
Join the waitlist for a table at Celebration of Mines on Thursday, August 28th from 5pm-7pm
Career/Professional Development Opportunities
Aug 21 9am-12pm- Join for 1, 2, or 3 Teaching Workshops
Welcome Week Workshops on Engaging Gen-Z students, Gradescope at Mines, and Getting Started with GenAI Prompts. Sign up!
Career Days Workshop Series: SAVE THE DATES!
Check out the Career Center’s Workshop Series to help you prep for Career Days and job searching - September 2-12!
The Student Assistant Job Fair is less than a week away!
Departments around campus are looking to hire students. Come check out all the great opportunities next Tuesday 8/26!
Research Announcements
Access your free Overleaf account today!
Mines is providing Overleaf Professional features for all students, faculty and staff. Log in using your Mines credentials.
Time flies when PIs are working with ORA!
Starting September 1st, ORA is adopting updated proposal preparation procedures and deadlines
Athletics and Rec Sports
Mines Athletics Looking for Marketing help at events!
Do you enjoy working events and want to help with our Mines Athletics Marketing Team?
Tuesday, August 19, 2025
Closures and Outages
Human Resources DELAYED OPENING Wednesday, August 20th.
Human Resources will open at 10am on Wednesday, August 20th.
Employee and Benefits News
Academic Faculty Deferred Pay Schedule
Pay schedule changes must be submitted before August 24th
Human Resources Update
New resources available to help supervisors become more proactive and better equipped to handle supervisor related matters.
Campus Announcements
CAIRO TO CAPETOWN TO LAGOS TO COLOMBIA! WELCOME TO HASS 411
INTERESTED IN COMPARATIVE GEOGRAPHIES, CULTURAL DIVERSITY, ARTS, DEVELOPMENT, CONFLICT + PEACE STUDIES ACROSS GLOBAL SOUTH?
Immunization Compliance and TB Screening Clinics
The Student Health Center will host walk-in clinics from 1:30 to 3:00 pm Aug 21 and Sept 4, no appointment required
MAGICAL REALISM + SCIENCE FICTION + EXISTENTIALISM+ART/FILM
HASS 307, CONTINUING ENROLLMENT THIS WEEK: CULTURAL-GEOGRAPHIC EXPLORATION FROM CAIRO TO CAMUS TO GARCIA MARQUEZ TO PATAGONIA
Re-registration for RSOs is open in OreConnect!
All RSOs are required to re-register on OreConnect by August 29th.
What is a special collection? Why do we have them?
See items on Mining, Ropeways, Oil Shale, or School History! Special Collections encourage teaching, research, and curiosity.
Campus Events
Faculty and Staff Campus BBQ
Please join us this Friday August 22nd for our annual Faculty and Staff Campus BBQ on Kafadar Commons
Payne Institute - 4th Critical Mineral Symposium - 9/11&12
4th Critical Mineral Symposium on campus 9/11&12, registration required. For Mines registration, see details please.
Volunteers needed for Fall 2025 Career Days!
Fall 2025 Career Days are Sept 16th and 17th, with DIFFERENT employers attending each date. Sign up to volunteer!
Career/Professional Development Opportunities
Career Days are September 16th and 17th!
Learn more about Career Days on Sept 16th and 17th, with DIFFERENT companies attending each date!
Rapid Resume Reviews -- Save the Dates: 9/3 and 9/11
Drop-in to get your resume reviewed in preparation for Career Days!
FYI
Sign-Up for Fall Summit on September 5th from 2:30pm-8:00pm
All RSOs are required to send at least one representative! Register by August 29th.
Monday, August 18, 2025
Important Deadlines
Register for the Fall Undergraduate Research Symposium
The annual fall undergraduate research symposium showcases research conducted by Mines undergraduate researchers.
Summer Textbook Rentals due TODAY to Oredigger Outfitters
Summer textbook rentals are due TODAY! Be sure to swing by the the store to return them on time and avoid any late fees
Campus Announcements
Apply Now: Teach@Mines Noyce Scholarship & Stipend Program
Applications are being accepted for Fall 2025 funding to support students to become science, math, and CS teachers.
CAS 400-lvl electives: Science, CS, or Math Practices
Explore teaching and earn CAS credit with Teach@Mines
CASA has moved! + Upcoming Advising Drop-In Hours
CASA is now located in the lower level of the Student Center. Click for important details on upcoming advising drop-in hours!
Check out the CO State Parks at your Mines Library!
Find your wilder side in the great outdoors! The kit includes a free pass to access any CO state park for 6 days.
Teach@Mines Noyce Classroom Experience Award
Register for SCED262/562 in Fall 2025 and be eligible to earn a stipend while exploring K-12 teaching!
Campus Events
2025 Mines Football Tailgate Sign Up
Join MAC in supporting Mines Football! Register independently or with your club/organization to reserve a free tailgate spot!
August IT Training: Cloud Storage Migration
IT has an upcoming workshop covering migrating your files to the cloud with OneDrive and Teams
