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Friday, February 21, 2025
Closures and Outages
Bursar's Office Closure
The Bursar's Office will be closed Monday, February 24th from 9-10am
MAPS Office Closure
The MAPS Office will be closed Monday, February 24th from 9-10am
Important Deadlines
2 Weeks Left to Apply: Study Abroad Scholarship for $5,000
Gilman Scholarship offers $5,000 toward study abroad: U.S. citizen and Federal Pell Grant recipients are eligible to apply
Graduating Seniors: Late Senior Photos Due TODAY!!
Seniors get a FREE Prospector Yearbook when they walk at Commencement. Make sure you're in it! Late submissions due Fri, 2/21
Campus Announcements
2/27 FREE LUNCH!!! Grad Workshop: Job Offers & Negotiations
In this workshop, the Career Center provides insights into how to handle job offers & leverage the opportunity to negotiate
Academic Training Workshop! February 26 from 6-7 pm ON ZOOM
Academic training ONLY for J1 students who are interested in gaining work experience in the US.
Help AR Robotics research and earn $10 Amazon giftcard
Parcitipate in a MIRRORLab study by interacting with robot and a hololens, you will get a $10 Amazon gift card! Sign up here
Learn about Chosen Family Day (2/22) with the LGBTQ+ MCA
LGBTQ+ people are incredibly likely to have some degree of parental rejection - learn why found families are so important
Want items your library doesn’t have? Use interlibrary loan!
We search libraries around the world to get you the material you need- free of charge! Have questions?
Campus Events
Faculty and Staff Appreciation Breakfast: 2/28, 8 am
Come by the MZ Atrium on 2/28 from 8-9:30 am for free breakfast from Order of Omega!
Kickstart Dialogue Program Launch: Facilitation Workshop
Join us for a facilitation workshop to develop critical skills that will benefit your career and interpersonal skills!
Sigma Kappa DKMS Fundraiser
It's time for Sigma Kappa's annual drive for DKMS! Join us in the Student Center from the 24th to the 28th from 10am-2pm!
Study with Buddies
Want a new place to study or looking for new people to study with? Join us for Study with Buddies! Tutors will be available!
Talent Show Auditions!! Come Show What You Can Do!!!!!
Fri Feb 28th 5-9pm Metals Hall!! Talent show on March 7th! More info linked in title!
Career/Professional Development Opportunities
Learn to Communicate and Network like a Pro!
VIP's 4th Annual Professional Development Symposium will build your professional communication confidence!
Networking for Careers/Internships in Sustainable Energy
10+ sustainable energy related companies will give a 3 minute presentation about their company and/or their opportunities.
Club Meetings
Fencing Club Meeting Saturday 10:00-12:00am in the Rec Gym
Join us for some casual fencing. Our meetings are open to everyone. No equipment or experience needed!
Resonance Music Meeting with Pixar Guest Speaker!!!
Our general meeting Feb 24th will feature a speaker from Pixar talking about live recording! 7:30-9:30pm Mcneil 315/316!!
Academic Lectures
AMS Colloquium Friday 2/21/25 at 3pm Chauvenet Hall 143
Dr. Wolfgang Bangerth, CSU - On the notion of "information" in inverse problems
ConE PoP Candidate Lecture Andrew Dillenbeck
"Building Enclosure Vapor Control" Friday, 2/28, 2:00 pm in CTLM 102
Athletics and Rec Sports
Micro Spike Night Hike
Register now before spots fill up for this night excursion under the full moon's light on February 25th
Spring 2025 ORC Climbing Competition
Don't miss this semester's climbing competition held at the ORC wall in the SRC with prizes, t-shirts, and a mini campus comp
Every Oredigger
Labyrinth Walk - February 24th
A labyrinth will be set up from 2:00-5:00 in the lobby of the Green Center. Please stop by an walk the labyrinth.
Mindful Monday - Monday, February 24th at 10:15 am
Kelly Sorge will lead a quick mindfulness exercise to get your week off to a good start. Boettcher Room in the Library.
Thursday, February 20, 2025
Employee and Benefits News
Classified Employee Recognition Ceremony Invitation
Human Resources and Ace Council are pleased to invite you to this year’s Classified Employee Recognition Breakfast.
Important Deadlines
1 Month To Register to Present: Undergrad Research Symposium
Undergraduate researchers must register by March 21st to present a poster or oral session in the annual research symposium
Technology Fee Call for Proposals: Fall 2025
It's time to submit Technology Fee proposals for fall 2025 funding! Proposals are due by 11:59PM MT, March 3, 2025.
Campus Announcements
E-Days Packet pre-sale open NOW!
Buy your E-Days Packets now before prices increase!
Help robotics research and earn $10 for a 30 minute study
Parcitipate in a MIRRORLab study by interacting with robot and a hololens, you will get a $10 Amazon gift card! Sign up here
Judges Needed for 2025 Undergraduate Research Symposium
Call for faculty/staff/grad students to judge undergrad researchers' posters at the research symposium. 1.5 hour commitment.
Mark Your Calendars! Spring Undergraduate Research Symposium
Attend the Symposium April 16th and April 17th to learn what Mines' undergraduate students have been researching!
Campus Events
Body Kindness & Respect (ED Awareness Week)
This workshop will explore cultural messages around how we should look & resources to celebrate all body sizes and shapes.
Climate & Energy in Africa: What We Get Wrong - 2/24
Payne Institute hybrid seminar with Todd Moss, Energy for Growth Hub, and former U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary of State
D&D Club Creature Creation Workshop
Saturday 2/22, Marquez 108, 3-5PM. Snarfs Sandwiches Provided!
Feeling anxious or stressed? Come walk the Labyrinth
Walking a labyrinth is a great way to reduce stress and anxiety. Monday, February 24th between 2-5 PM in the Green Center
Geothermal: America’s Untapped Energy Potential - today
Atlantic Council hybrid seminar with Governor Polis and Payne Instiute Director Morgan Bazilian - register today
Hear Voices from Israel and Palestine (Friday 2/21)
Come hear speakers who are from and currently in Gaza, the West Bank, and Israel. Q and. A. Free Lunch!
InnoHub Workshop – DIY Physics Toy Workshop, Feb 25 at 4PM!
Join us for a workshop on tensegrity, Newton’s cradle, and perpetual motion! Learn the physics and build toys to take home.
Orediggers answer Rec Sports trivia! Wrong answer = pie
Celebrate Rec Day with us! This Friday, stop by the SRC for the Rec Sports trivia show. Wrong answer = pie in the face.
Revision and Editing Workshop, Mon 2/24 12pm
Improve the clarity, structure, and impact of your drafts with practical revision techniques at this Writing Center workshop.
SASA General Meeting
Join SASA at our general meeting today to learn about the festival of Holi! Food and drink will be provided.
Sign Up to be a GRADS Judge!
Support your graduate students and department as a judge for GRADS! Networking opportunities, workshops, and free food!
Still looking for weekend plans? Come snowshoeing with MBEP!
Join the Backcountry Excursion Project this weekend to go snowshoeing! Rides from and to campus provided. 8 spots left.
Workplace Behavioral Health Workshop, 2/28, Lunch Served!
Sign up now for this in-person workshop where mental health professionals share techniques for wellbeing in the workplace.
You're Invited! Lunch Keynote - Undergrad Research Symposium
All Mines community invited to hear Dr. Jeanne Mekolichick's keynote lecture while enjoying a delicious lunch
Career/Professional Development Opportunities
Learn, Network, Win!
We get it—networking can feel uncomfortable. That’s why our 4th Annual Professional Development Symposium is here:
Save the Date: Medical Mixer on March 4th!
Interested in the field of medicine? Attend this mixer to learn from medical students and professionals!
Club Meetings
ASCE Meeting Friday 2/21 at 12PM – Hill Hall 202
Come learn more about ASCE and Ulteig. Food will be served.
Mines Pre-Med Club Weekly Meeting
Come to McNeil 314 from 6-7 pm to hear from the National Marrow Donor Program
Past, Present, and Future of Electrochemistry Talk
Come join us for a talk from electrochemical professionals at all different points of their careers!
Study With SWIG night!
Come & study with the ladies of SWiG at Spruce Treehouse 2/24! Snacks & energy drinks provided
SWiP General Meeting Today!
SWiP will be making paper hearts to decorate the physics lounge! Join us for crafts, dinner, and to learn about allyship.
Research Announcements
Mines Research Town Hall - presented by RTT & ORA
Current federal updates and their impact on Mines research, followed by a Q&A session
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Important Deadlines
Attention Graduating Seniors!! Late Senior Photos Due Friday
Seniors get a FREE Prospector Yearbook when they walk at Commencement. Make sure you're in it! Late submissions due Fri, 2/21
University of Nicosia - $750 Fall 25 Study Abroad Discount
Receive a $750 discount off your program fee if you apply to the University of Nicosia by March 1!
Campus Announcements
Academic Training Workshop! February 26 from 6-7 pm ON ZOOM
Academic training ONLY for J1 students who are interested in gaining work experience in the US.
Interested in joining the Undergraduate Student Government?
USG is looking for their next Senate and Executive Board members. You can learn more about elections on our website!
SURF and MURF Faculty Project Proposals are OPEN
Interested in bringing on an undergraduate researcher in your lab? Submit project proposals by 2/28 (SURF) and 4/11 (MURF)
Campus Events
Free Breakfast with SWiC Speaker Dr. Osborn Popp
Join SWiC on Friday mornings for free breakfast w/ the Chem. Dept's visiting speakers. This week is Prof. Osborn Popp
Gilman Scholarship Drop-In Office Hours
Drop-in to the Honors House (1704 Illinois St.) to get your Gilman essay drafts reviewed and questions answered.
Hear Voices from Israel and Palestine
Come hear speakers who are from and currently in Gaza, the West Bank, and Israel. Q and. A. Free Lunch!
How many push ups can Rec Pro Staff do?
Celebrate Rec Day with us! This Friday, vote on our fitness challenge, join a themed class, & more info on insta!
Innov8x YMCA of the Rockies Choose Your Challenge- $5k pot
Feb.20th, 4 pm, McNeil Hall 313 for Problem Framing session. AI or Sustainability will be focus areas.
NSBE Talent Show!
NSBE will be holding a talent show on Wednesday, February 19th from 5-7PM in the Green Center Bunker. Come show your talent!
Upcoming seminar:"Navigating the Mentor/Mentee Relationship"
Office of Undergraduate Research's Emerging Scholar Seminars discuss topics of interest to undergraduate research at Mines
Career/Professional Development Opportunities
Employment After Mines: Panel with International Alumni
Join Mines' international alumni for insights on job searching, sponsorship, and networking!
Networking for Careers/Internships in Sustainable Energy
10+ sustainable energy related companies will give a 3 minute presentation about their company and/or their opportunities.
Take the Spring Career Days survey for your chance to WIN!
We want to hear from you! Take the quick Career Days survey by March 14th for your chance to win a prize.
Academic Lectures
2025 Distinguished AEESP Lecturer at Mines this Friday-12pm
Translating Molecular Science to Practical Application in Natural Systems & Engineered Science, Friday, 2/21, 12 pm in CO 219
CBE Shell Seminar Series–Emily Pentzer, Texas A&M University
Dr. Pentzer, presents Stabilization of Non-Aqueous Pickering Emulsions their use for Encapsulation of Water-Sensitive Liquids
Climate Seminar: Fri, Feb. 21 @ 10am | Dr. Baylor Fox-Kemper
Climate Series - "Sea-crets of the Climate" - Student Center Ballroom C
ConE PoP Candidate Lecture by Vitalis Eseonu
"Safety and Accident Prevention on Industrial Construction Sites" Monday, 2/24, 2:00 pm in Green Center 224
MME Ansell Lecture Seminar on 2/20 at 4pm in Hill Hall 202
Dr. Joseph Jankowski, ATI - Perspectives on Development of New Materials for Extreme Environments in Industry and Academia
Nuclear & Mechanical Engineering Seminar: Wed. Feb. 19, 9 am
Valerio Mascolino, Implementation of a Transient Fission Matrix hybrid algorithm for transport calculations, SC Ballroom E
Save the Date: 2025 Faculty Senate Distinguished Lecturer
Please join us for the 2025 Faculty Senate Lecturer event featuring Christopher Higgins.
Athletics and Rec Sports
JOIN US AT ROCK THE LOCK ON 2/20! FREE FOOD AND PRIZES!
Thursday, February 20th - Mines Basketball Annual Rock the Lock Game!
Micro Spike Night Hike
Register now before spots fill up for this night excursion under the full moon's light on February 25th
Spring 2025 ORC Climbing Competition
Don't miss this semester's climbing competition held at the ORC wall in the SRC with prizes, t-shirts, and a mini campus comp
Every Oredigger
Labyrinth Walk - Monday, February 24
A labyrinth will be set up in the Green Center lobby from 2:00-5:00 pm. Please stop by and walk the labyrinth.
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
Important Deadlines
Attention Undergrad Researchers: Nominate Your Mentor!
Express gratitude for your amazing mentors! Undergraduate Research Mentor Award recognizes exceptional research mentors
Campus Announcements
E-Days Packet pre-sale open NOW!
Buy your E-Days Packets now before prices increase!
Thursday Grad Workshop: Tapping Your Creativity (On Zoom)
This workshop by Roel Snieder explores harnessing creativity to innovate, focusing on habits, collaboration, and constraints
Campus Events
Celebrate Rec Day @ the SRC this Friday!
Drop by the SRC for cardio line dancing, vote on our instagram challenge, try some rock wall routine ideas, and more!
Concrete Hearts (Rescheduled)!
Wednesday 2/19 - Make and decorate your own (free!) concrete heart in Maple plaza!
CU WoAA Annual Conference
Join Mines WoAA and CU WoAA in a fun and interesting day of talks and presentations!
Geothermal: America’s Untapped Energy Potential - 2/20
Atlantic Council hybrid seminar with Governor Polis and Payne Instiute Director Morgan Bazilian - register today
Sandia National Lab On Campus!
oSTEM is hosting Sandia National Laboratories on Feb 24 at 5:00pm in McNeil 216!
Save the date: Astronomy Night at the Library, April 3, 2025
Astronomy Night at the Library, April 3, 2025, 7-9pm. Viewing the Moon, Jupiter, and more. Registration not required.
Skill Building Series: Engineering College Success
This 3-week series will provide students with practical tools for improving their executive functioning in college
Study with Buddies
Want a new place to study or looking for new people to study with? Join us for Study with Buddies! Tutors will be available!
UpLIFT Night - 2/19 - 6-7pm
Come join WoAA and the Mines SRC at the motion lab in a fun filled hour of weight lifting, training, and learning!
WoAA Trivia Night
FREE PIZZA!
Career/Professional Development Opportunities
Careers in Renewable Energy: Panel & Networking Opportunity
Save the Date: Wednesday, March 26, 5:00-7:00 in Berthoud 241
Learn to Communicate and Network like a Pro!
VIP's 4th Annual Professional Development Symposium will build your professional communication confidence!
FYI
Introducing Cohort - Expand your Mines network
Take a personality quiz and meet 5 new strangers over dinner every Wednesday night.
Academic Lectures
CH Seminar: Friday Feb. 21st @ 9am | Dr. Tom Osborn Popp
Friday Feb. 21st: "Expanding the frontiers of solid state NMR"
Every Oredigger
Lunch Bunch this Thurs: A look at energy jobs in the future
Learn how Mines is positioning students to make an impact on the most complex challenges the world has ever faced.
Monday, February 17, 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.
HR is offering learning and development opportunities.
These learning opportunities are focused on career growth, critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Campus Announcements
Attention Undergrad Researchers: Nominate Your Mentor!
Express gratitude for your amazing mentors! Undergraduate Research Mentor Award recognizes exceptional research mentors
You're Invited! Lunch Keynote - Undergrad Research Symposium
All Mines community invited to hear Dr. Jeanne Mekolichick's keynote lecture while enjoying a delicious lunch
Campus Events
Hear Voices from Israel and Palestine
Come hear speakers who are from and currently in Gaza, the West Bank, and Israel. Q and. A. Free Lunch!
Lunar New Year is This Week!
Celebrate the Year of the Snake on Wednesday 2/19!
Major Exploration Fair
Questioning your major? Come visit the Major Exploration Fair! Feb. 26th, 3:3p0-5:30p Student Center Ballroom
NSBE Cultural Celebration Month
Come celebrate Black History Month with NSBE. Here is our schedule for February 2025.
Career/Professional Development Opportunities
MNGN399 Mining & Enviromental Sustainability in Zambia
The MNGN399 "Mining & Enviromental Sustainability in Developing Nations" is a study abroad course on mining & the environment
Save the Date: Medical Mixer on March 4th!
Interested in the field of medicine? Attend this mixer to learn from medical students and professionals!
Take the Spring Career Days survey for your chance to WIN!
We want to hear from you! Take the quick Career Days survey by March 14th for your chance to win a prize.
Club Meetings
Mines Martial Arts Tabling
Mines Martial Arts will be tabling in Maple Plaza from 1200-1600 on Wednesday 2025-02-19.
Academic Lectures
MME Ansell Lecture Seminar on 2/20 at 4pm in Hill Hall 202
Dr. Joseph Jankowski, ATI - Perspectives on Development of New Materials for Extreme Environments in Industry and Academia
Nuclear & Mechanical Engineering Seminar: Wed. Feb. 19, 9 am
Valerio Mascolino, Implementation of a Transient Fission Matrix hybrid algorithm for transport calculations, SC Ballroom E
Research Announcements
Learn No-Code Machine Learning with SageMaker Canvas on 2/27
AWS SageMaker Canvas Immersion Day introduces users to no-code machine learning. AWS accounts provided. Register today.
Athletics and Rec Sports
Climbing Film Tour (FREE)
Colorado School of Mines is collaborating with the American Alpine Club to host the 5th annual climbing film event this March
Kayak Roll Clinic with Experienced Pro Staff Instructor
Spend some time in the SRC pool practicing your kayak skills with instruction from experienced pro staff at the ORC
Student Rec Center and Motion Lab Presidents' Day Hours
The SRC will be open 9AM-9PM on Monday, 2/17 and 9AM-11PM on Tuesday, 2/18. Motion Lab will be closed Monday & Tuesday.
The ORC is closed on February 17th and February 18th
The ORC will not be open Monday and Tuesday in observance of President's Day break
Friday, February 14, 2025
Employee and Benefits News
Q&A Session for Healthcare Premium Co-Share
You are invited to attend a session hosted by Finance and HR leadership about the Mines healthcare premium co-share.
Campus Announcements
2/20 Grad Workshop: Tapping Into Your Creativity (On Zoom)
This workshop by Roel Snieder explores harnessing creativity to innovate, focusing on habits, collaboration, and constraints
E-Days Packet pre-sale open NOW!
Buy your E-Days Packets now before prices increase!
Rearrange Your Trailhead Cards to Access the Info You Need
Locked cards in Trailhead will be unlocked on Feb. 17, allowing you to rearrange them as you see fit.
We need your help to review scholarship applications!
We need YOU to help review scholarship applications for incoming students this fall. Click the link for more details!
Campus Events
Celebrate Valentine's Day w/ Peer Ed! (11AM-3PM @ the SRC)
Peer Education will be promoting self love among Mines students. FREE Valentine's Day Treats will be given out at the table!
Come make a movie in ONE NIGHT on Friday the 28th!
Come join MLT and Filmmakers to write and record a short film in just one night! Snacks and equipment provided!
Craft & Sip at the Mines Museum is TOMORROW!
Grab a drink, explore our exhibits, and make your own geode cheese board!
Dealing With Anxiety? Join Our 3-Part Skills Group!
The Anxiety Toolbox group (Starts 2/21 at 9:00 am) focuses on building skills for understanding and managing anxiety.
Free Coffee & Snacks from Blaster's Basket
Join Blaster's Basket staff for FREE coffee (9-11am) & snacks (2-4pm) & learn more about the food pantry & food resources.
Girl Scouts on Maple Plaza from 11 to 12:30pm today!
Come purchase your favorite Girl Scout cookies from Troop 68161!
MEP Formal -- Happening Tonight from 6p-9p.
Dress up in formal attire and join us for a night of snacks, drinks, and most importantly dancing. Bring a friend.
Mines Museum Valentine's Day Popup LAST CHANCE!!
Did you procrastinate this year? We've got you covered! Shop for unique Valentine's Day gifts for your special someone :)
No Valentine's Day Plans? Swing Dance Lesson TONIGHT 6PM
Learn to swing dance with Mines Ballroom at 6PM in Isaacs Room in SRC. No experience or partner necessary!
Sign Up Now for Workplace Behavioral Health Workshop, Feb 28
In-person workshop where mental health professionals share techniques for wellbeing in the workplace. Food & beverage served!
Waltz Ball TOMORROW NIGHT 6PM @ Friedhoff, Green Center
Come learn to waltz with Mines Ballroom! No experience or partner necessary! Enjoy lessons, performances, dancing, & snacks.
West Coast Swing Lesson TOMORROW, 12PM @ Isaacs Room, SRC
Come learn how to West Coast Swing with a professional instructor! No experience or partner necessary!
Career/Professional Development Opportunities
Take the Spring Career Days survey for your chance to WIN!
We want to hear from you! Take the quick Career Days survey by March 14th for your chance to win a prize.
Club Meetings
Fencing Club Meeting Saturday 10:00-12:00am in the Rec Gym
Join us for some casual fencing. Our meetings are open to everyone. No equipment or experience needed!
Academic Lectures
Climate Seminar: Fri, Feb. 21 @ 10am | Dr. Baylor Fox-Kemper
Climate Series - "Sea-crets of the Climate" - Student Center Ballroom C
Athletics and Rec Sports
JOIN US AT ROCK THE LOCK ON 2/20! FREE FOOD AND PRIZES!
Thursday, February 20th - Mines Basketball Annual Rock the Lock Game!
No car this ski season? Here's what you can do instead
Getting to the mountains doesn’t have to feel like a double-black diamond. Shuttles, trains, apps - check out our website.
Spring 2025 ORC Climbing Competition
Don't miss this semester's climbing competition held at the ORC wall in the SRC with prizes, t-shirts, and a mini campus comp
The ORC is closed Monday Feb 17th and Tuesday Feb 18th
The ORC will not be open on Monday and Tuesday the 17th and 18th of February in observance of president's day break
Thursday, February 13, 2025
Closures and Outages
Labriola InnoHub Closed Saturday, 2/15 thru Tuesday, 2/18!
Labriola InnoHub will be closed over President's Day Weekend, Saturday 2/15 to Tuesday, 2/18. Will reopen on Wednesday, 2/19.
Employee and Benefits News
Q&A Session for Healthcare Premium Co-Share
You are invited to attend a session hosted by Finance and HR leadership about the Mines healthcare premium co-share.
Important Deadlines
Clubs/Orgs: Submit your Prospector Yearbook Photo!
Attention all Clubs/Orgs!! The deadline to submit your Prospector Yearbook Photos is February 14th!
McBride Honors Program Application Deadline: 2/14
We are currently accepting applications for the McBride 2026 cohort. Submit your application by Friday February 14th, 11:59PM
Order Your Prospector Yearbook Today!
Preserve this year's highlights and memories while helping guarantee every senior gets a free yearbook at graduation!
Spring '25 Graduates: Submit your Prospector Yearbook Photo!
Graduating in the Spring? The deadline to submit your Prospector Yearbook Photo is February 14th!
Submit your abstract to GRADS by THIS FRIDAY 2/14 at 5PM!
Abstract submissions are up for GRADS - Mines' premier graduate research symposium! Learn more: https://gsg.mines.edu/grads/
Campus Announcements
Do you love your Mines Library? Show your library some love!
Tag us on your Socials or email us why you love your library to win a library t-shirt! email: library@mines.edu
Need research help? Can't find a resource? Click here!
Use the Library's “Ask a Librarian” virtual research service (responds typically within an hour) Sun PM thru Fri AM.
Campus Events
Blaster Beanie Baby Giveaway for Mines Peer Listening
Need to talk? We’re here for you. The first 10 people to schedule a Peer Listening meeting will get a blaster beanie baby.
Celebrate Valentine's Day with the PMCA!
Join the Parent Mines Community Alliance this Friday at the Spruce Treehouse from 9-11 AM for a casual meetup!
Chipotle Fundraiser - Support Mines Without Borders
Stop by and eat or order from Chipotle this Saturday at the Union Blvd. location! Please bring or show flyer from link.
Critically Acclaimed Guitarist Performing on Campus Tonight
Masakazu Ito, a critically acclaimed concert guitarist and a HASS professor, is performing on Campus tonight at 7PM
Free Valentines Day Hot Chocolate!
Join Tau Beta Pi on Valentines for some free hot chocolate! Stop by between 8:15-10:45 in the Student Center Atrium.
Gilman Scholarship Information Session
A session about the Gilman Scholarship, that enables students of limited financial means to study or intern abroad.
Innov8x YMCA of the Rockies Choose Your Challenge- $5k pot
Feb.20th, 4 pm, McNeil Hall 313 for Problem Framing session. AI or Sustainability will be focus areas. Join us!
Study with Buddies
Want a new place to study or looking for new people to study with? Join us for study with buddies! Tutors will be available!
The Royal Waltz Ball is this Saturday, 2/15!
The Royal Waltz Ball is in Friedhoff Hall this Saturday Feb 15, from 6-10pm. There will be performances, lessons, and snacks!
Career/Professional Development Opportunities
Join the Administrative Professionals Group Today
All Mines Employees Are welcome to Join The Administrative Professionals Group
Club Meetings
ASCE Meeting Friday 2/14 at 12PM – Hill Hall 202
Come learn more about ASCE and Kimley Horn. Food will be served.
Make Birdhouses with Circle is happening TONIGHT!
Join us at 6pm in Brown W375 tonight to make Birdhouses for Fresh Check Day!
WEE Galentines Coloring Event
Today! Join women in EE for a coloring event in BBW250 from 5-6pm on Thursday, February 13th!
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
Important Deadlines
Technology Fee Call for Proposals: Fall 2025
It's time to submit Technology Fee proposals for fall 2025 funding! Proposals are due by 11:59PM MT, March 3, 2025.
Campus Announcements
E-Days Packet pre-sale open NOW!
Buy your E-Days Packets now before prices increase!
New books available today through GeoScienceWorld!
Access to books, journals, maps, conference papers, etc. focused on geological and earth sciences from your Mines Library!
Nominate a Student for the Undergraduate Student Government!
Do you know a student who would be an awesome member of the Undergraduate Student Government? Please fill out this form.
Tomorrow - Grad Workshop: IP and Copyright (On Zoom)
Learn to navigate IP laws as creators & users of information, including reuse of copyrighted material in your theses
Campus Events
Becoming a Competitive Applicant: Letters of Rec
Attendees will come away with the understanding of how they can get the most out of their letters of recommendation.
Becoming a Competitive Applicant: Statement of Purpose
In this workshop, Ashley Weibel shares strategies for writing effective statements of purpose.
Craft & Sip at the Mines Museum is this Saturday!
Bring a friend or special someone (or yourself!) for an evening of crafting, drinks, and after-hours time at the Museum!
FAFSA Help! Are you having issues with your FAFSA?
Financial Aid has drop-in hours on Wed, Feb 19, 10am-2pm, Student Center Energy Room. Bring your laptop! FAFSA Deadline 4/1.
Fiber Friends Meeting
Do you knit, crochet, etc.? Ever considered trying? Join Fiber Friends - a fiber arts group for all levels!
FSL Prom Swap
We are collecting gently used formal wear, including dresses, suits, accessories, shoes, and any other formal attire.
FSL Study Night and You are Invited!
This event is open to Campus! Come Study with us on February 26th @ 6:30 P.M in Brown W210.
Mines Hillel: Tu B'Shvat on Campus
Join us on 2/13, 6-8 pm for Tu B'Shvat, the Jewish New Year for the Trees! Free dinner, tree trivia, and fundraising for JNF!
Professional Development Lunch and Presentation: March 5
Join SWE, WMCA, and EMPOWER for this informative Lunch and Learn!
Register for This Friday's Graduate Writing Group on Feb 14
Grab some coffee and work on your fellowship, thesis, conference paper or any type of project at the Writing Center.
Study With Buddies
Want a new place to study or looking for new people to study with? Join us for study with buddies! Tutors will be available!
Upcoming seminar:"How to Get the Most Out of Letters of Rec"
Office of Undergraduate Research's Emerging Scholar Seminars discuss topics of interest to undergraduate research at Mines
Upcoming seminar:"Navigating the Mentor/Mentee Relationship"
Office of Undergraduate Research's Emerging Scholar Seminars discuss topics of interest to undergraduate research at Mines
Webinar - Managing Methane: Technology and Markets - today
Payne Institute presents Managing Methane: Technology and Markets in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape
Career/Professional Development Opportunities
Check out career events and other happenings in February
Career Days survey, new staff introductions and upcoming events in this month's Career Center newsletter
Save the Date: Medical Mixer on March 4th!
Interested in the field of medicine? Attend this mixer to learn from medical students and professionals!
Take the Spring Career Days survey for your chance to WIN!
We want to hear from you! Take the quick Career Days survey by March 14th for your chance to win a prize.
TODAY I Dig Money Lunch n' Learn: Salary Smarts
Enjoy free lunch while learning tips and tricks for negotiating your first job offer
Club Meetings
Archery Dodgeball Hosted by Mines FCA
On February 23rd from 6:00-7:15 PM Mines FCA will be hosting Archery Dodgeball for free. DM Mines FCA for more information
Come Try the Martial Art of Brazilian Capoeira!
Come join us in training Capoeira! It combines strength, flexibility & fluidity. We meet Mon 4:30 & Thur 7:30 in Alderson230!
Fencing Club Meeting Tonight 6:00-8:00pm in Brown W210
Join us for some casual fencing. Our meetings are open to everyone. No equipment or experience needed!
Make Birdhouses with Circle K
Join us at 6pm in Brown W375 this Thursday 2/13 to make Birdhouses for Fresh Check Day!
Mines Sustainable Fashion Club Valentines Upcycling
Join Mines Sustainable Fashion for a Valentines Upcycling Workshop on Thursday, February 13th from 5 pm - 7 pm in McNeil 216.
Academic Lectures
CBE Shell Seminar Series–Rachel Getman,Ohio State University
Dr. Getman, presents Solvation Thermodynamics at Liquid-Solid Interfaces:The Remarkable Contributions and Origins of Entropy
Every Oredigger
Gift of Life - Help cure blood cancer!
Interested in saving lives? Stop by the Gift of Life table on Wednesday(2/12) and Thursday(2/13) from 8:00am to 4:00pm.
Tuesday, February 11, 2025
Employee and Benefits News
Classified Employee Recognition Ceremony Invitation
Human Resources and Ace Council are pleased to invite you to this year’s Classified Employee Recognition Breakfast.
Important Deadlines
Clubs/Orgs: Submit your Prospector Yearbook Photo!
Attention all Clubs/Orgs!! The deadline to submit your Prospector Yearbook Photos is February 14th!
Order Your Prospector Yearbook Today!
Preserve this year's highlights and memories while helping guarantee every senior gets a free yearbook at graduation!
Submit your abstract to GRADS by THIS FRIDAY 2/14 at 5PM!
Abstract submissions are up for GRADS - Mines' premier graduate research symposium! Learn more: https://gsg.mines.edu/grads/
Campus Announcements
ENERGY: learn more about energy issues, on and off campus
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January Policy Updates
See what's new from January!
Know before you GO! Is there space at the library right now?
Download Waitz (or click here to visit the website) & select Mines. Sensors provide real time data on places to study!
New Parking and Fleet Operations Manager
Marc Parenteau has been promoted to Parking and Fleet Manager
