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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!
TOMORROW: Thorson Design Expo
Enjoy free snacks while you chat with student teams about their projects to sustainably redesign something at Mines!
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
Mines Without Borders Meeting Tonight!
Mines Without Borders meets tonight from 6-7:15pm in McNeil 214!
Oaks Christian Fellowship + Bible Study
Come fellowship with us in BBW280 at 7pm 12/3 and then break into Bible study groups going over 2nd Peter 3:1-18!
Academic Lectures
CE Seminar Series with Dr. Paul Goodrum
Improving Construction Work Performance Through Human-Centered Augmented Reality - Fri 12/5 11:00 AM MZ 108
Mining Seminar Series: Z. Ankut, A. Aydar & S. Elcin Eroglu
Hear from Zeynep Ankut, Arif Aydar and Sultan Elcin Eroglu as they present their final PhD dissertations
Athletics and Rec Sports
IM Paper Airplane Golf 12/2 & 12/3 from 7pm-9pm in the SRC!
Participate in IM Paper Airplane Golf for your last chance to win a champ shirt this semester!
Last Home Ice Hockey Game of the semester Friday @ 8:00 PM
The last home Club Ice Hockey Game of the semester will be this Friday 12/5 at 8:00 PM against Air Force
Monday, December 1, 2025
Important Deadlines
Registration for The Continuum closes today - register now!
Attend this tradition in Friedhoff Hall on Dec. 17th, and honor Mines' women and gender nonconforming graduates and alumnae.
Campus Announcements
Scholarship: Need textbooks? Application due December 5th.
The textbook scholarship is open to undergrad students for the spring. Click the link for details on how to apply.
Today’s the Day--Holiday Market Opens!
Stop by today from 11 AM–4 PM for gifts and more! Open weekdays through Dec. 19 in the Student Center Atrium
Campus Events
#GivingTuesday is tomorrow, Dec. 2!
Be the spark that helps Mines student-led projects need to hit their goals!
Blasters Basket and Gastronauts help with College cooking!
Do you know how to access Mines resources for food? Join us in the Spruce Lobby to learn more!
Free Breakfast Presentation - CCUS Today - 12/3
Payne hybrid CCUS Coffee hour with Karen Lechtenberg, Advanced Resources International
Moonlight Breakfast
Fuel up for finals with a Late-Night Breakfast! Dec 11, 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!
Oredigger Outfitters Faculty/Staff Appreciation Event
We will be hosting a Faculty/Staff Apprecation Event on 12/3! Join us for food, drinks, 25% off, and a free gift!!
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!
TODAY Stressbusters with Mines Counseling at 4pm
Learn proven ways to reduce your level of stress and make your life more manageable
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!
You're invited to the Capstone Design Showcase!
Mark your calendars for this Thursday December 4th! See 20+ teams present their client led projects, prototypes, and builds!
Career, Training and Professional Development Opportunities
***Apply to be TEA's New Treasurer! ***
The Teacher's Education Alliance is looking for a Treasurer starting January 2026! Anyone is welcome to apply!
December 4th is the Last Day for Career Center Drop-Ins
Get your final career related questions answered for this semester! The last day for drop-ins is December 4th.
Mon. Dec 8, 1-2pm - Trefny GenAI Community of Practice
Join to discuss GenAI trends, share challenges, brainstorm ideas and build a culture of support around teaching and GenAI.
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
Anime Club Meeting - 12/3 - City the Animation
Anime Club meets at 6:30 PM in AH 151 every Wednesday. This meeting, we are watching City the Animation
HSE Talk 12/3 12-1 pm. Lunch & learn.
Interested in consulting? We will be having a lunch and learn with Grayson Dowlearn (Mines alum) from Collier Consulting.
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
Quantum Engineering Seminar
12/03, Dr. Emroz Khan, postdoctoral researcher, City University of New York
Van Tuyl Lecture: Dr. Stefan Rahimi, University of Wyoming
Presents Bias Correction Choices Strongly Shape California’s Projected Megaflood Risk, Mon, Dec 1, Berthoud 205/Zoom at 12PM
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
FREE Personal Training Consultations
Sit down with a certified personal trainer to take the first step in achieving your fitness goals!
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!
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Important Deadlines
Do you want to get involved in Student Government?
USG is looking for a Pro Tempore. If you want to engage with the community and improve your leadership skills apply by 12/1.
Campus Announcements
Citation Management Made Easy by Arthur Lakes Library
Get started with Zotero, sign in with your Mines email address for unlimited storage! Click here for the installation guide!
Holiday Market Arrives Next Week!
Find gifts, jewelry, and novelties at the Mines Museum Holiday Market, Dec. 1–19, weekdays 9–4 in the Student Center Atrium.
Interested in private music lessons? Register for LIMU189
Register for LIMU 189 for individual instruction on your choice from a variety of instruments!
Campus Events
Mines Classified Employee Recognition Ceremony
Save the date and nominate for the Classified Employee Recognition Ceremony!
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
Graduate Christian Fellowship - Mon 12/1 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.
Every Oredigger
Here it is, your Mines Moment of Zen
Heading into Thanksgiving Break like these good boys and girls. Have a warm and restful long weekend, everyone!
Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Closures and Outages
BlasterCard Office Closed Wednesday, 11/26 - Friday 11/28
Please note the BlasterCard Office's Holiday closure.
Oredigger Outfitters Closed for the break 11/26-11/29
Oredigger Outfitters will be closed 11/26-11/29. During this time, visit us onine for 25% off!
Campus Announcements
Are you required to take HASS 200, Global Studies?
Are you required to take HASS 200, Global Studies?
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 Travel in 2025? Be sure to fill out the travel form!
A Federal campus safety law mandates that student travel of MORE THAN ONE NIGHT be reported. Click the link for more info.
Traveling? Hit the Road with These Page-Turners in Your Bag!
Stay entertained and avoid small talk on your next flight, read one of these books! Across from Book & Brew at the Library.
Campus Events
Differential Equations or Dynamics in Thailand Summer 2026!
Explore Chiang Mai and Bangkok + receive credits! Info Session: 12/1, 6-7 PM in GC 224. Stay up-to-date with form below!
Career, Training and Professional Development Opportunities
Conference for Undergraduate Women and Gender Minorities
Applications to attend the Conference for Undergraduate Women and Gender Minorities (CU*iP) in Denver are due December 4th.
Athletics and Rec Sports
SRC and Motion Lab Thanksgiving Building Hours
SRC: Closed Wed-Sunday (11/26-30); Motion Lab: Closed Wed-Sat (11/26-29); Motion Lab Open Sunday, 11/30 @ 12PM-8PM.
Student Rec Center Spring Reservations Open Monday, Dec 1st.
Online reservations for space in the Student Rec Center for the Spring semester will open on Monday, Dec. 1st at 9:00 am.
Monday, November 24, 2025
Closures and Outages
Book & Brew will be CLOSED 11/26-11/30
We will have limited hours of 7:30am-2:30pm on Monday 11/24 & Tuesday 11/25
Labriola Shops and Makerspace Closed for Thanksgiving Break!
The InnoHub shops and makerspace will be closed from Wednesday, 11/26 - Sunday, 11/30. Will reopen on Monday, 12/1.
Library Hours for Thanksgiving Break
Click here to see the Mines Library’s Hours for the week of Thanksgiving!
Important Deadlines
Do you want to get involved in Student Government?
USG is looking for a Pro Tempore. If you want to engage with the community and improve your leadership skills apply by 12/1.
Incomplete (INC) Grade Requests & Resolutions Due Dec. 22
Incomplete (INC) grade requests for Fall 2025 and grade resolutions for Fall 2024 are due by Monday, Dec. 22, 2025.
Campus Announcements
E-Vehicle Commuter Survey - Blue Parking Permit Winner!
One survey respondent was selected by random to win a Spring 2026 Blue Parking Permit - Danielle Ostendorf!
Extending Breaks is not an Excused Absence
Travel that conflicts with your academic obligations – including previously scheduled plans – will not be approved
Campus Events
Are Atheists Empirical Epistemologists? 12/1 7pm McNeil 313
Philosopher Bill Honsberger will trace the history of atheistic philosophy to see if their way(s) of knowing is(are) cogent.
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!
Oredigger Outfitters Faculty/Staff Appreciation Event
We will be hosting a Faculty/Staff Apprecation Event on 12/3! Join us for food, drinks, 25% off, and a free gift!!
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!
Stressbusters Life Hack with Mines Counseling 12/1 at 4pm
Learn proven ways to reduce your level of stress and make your life more manageable
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!
Thorson Design Expo
Enjoy free snacks while you chat with student teams about their projects to sustainably redesign something at Mines!
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!
Winter Ball
Join us for a nutcracker themed night of dancing, cookie contest, food, and lots of fun! Dec 6th, 6-10pm @ Friedhoff GC
You’re Invited: Fall 2025 InnoHub E&I ProtoFund Showcase!
See 13 teams present their prototypes! Dec 8, 3:30-5:30PM at Labriola Atrium. Stop by anytime. Refreshments provided.
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
ACM Trivia Night
Join Mines ACM for a laid back night of computer science trivia!
InterVarsity Graduate Christian Fellowship - 11/24 at 6 pm
Graduate Students: Please join for a home cooked meal, a time of fellowship, and a Bible study on the topic of thanksgiving!
Academic Lectures
Van Tuyl Lecture: Dr. Stefan Rahimi, University of Wyoming
Presents Bias Correction Choices Strongly Shape California’s Projected Megaflood Risk, Mon, Dec 1, Berthoud 205/Zoom at 12PM
Friday, November 21, 2025
Closures and Outages
BlasterCard Office Closed Wednesday, 11/26 - Friday 11/28
Please note the BlasterCard Office's upcoming holiday closure
Build & Brew will be CLOSED Thanksgiving week 11/24-11/30
The Book & Brew will be OPEN Monday 11/24 & Tuesday 11/25 with limited hours of 7:30am-2:30pm & CLOSED the rest of the week.
Ore Cart Shuttle Service
Holiday Closure
Employee and Benefits News
2026 Faculty and University Staff Open Enrollment Ends Today
Open Enrollment will close at 5pm MT 11/21/2025. No changes to elections can be made after this time.
Important Deadlines
SENIORS! Upcoming Deadline for Senior Photos!
Senior photos and quotes for the Mines Prospector are due January 5th! Follow @MinesBlueKey on Instagram for updates!
Campus Announcements
Are you required to take HASS 200, Global Studies?
Are you required to take HASS 200, Global Studies?
LAST CHANCE! ASHRAE Winter Conference Sign-Ups
Interested in sustainable building design? Learn more about the annual ASHRAE conference and sign-up to attend!
Sign up for a research study and get a $15 gift card!
Parcitipate in a MIRRORLab study by interacting with robot interface, you will get a $15 Amazon gift card!
Winter break sustainability checklist
Tips to reduce your environmental impact during the holiday breaks
Campus Events
Catholic Mass this Sunday
Join us for a Catholic Mass this Sunday at 8pm in the Student Center Ballrooms! Jesus wants to see you!
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!
SAIL Annual Leadership Summit 2/7/26 - Register Now!
Looking to engage with other leaders and enhance your student organization? Register Now for the 2026 Leadership Summit!
Save The Date: Moonlight Breakfast
Fuel up for finals with a Late-Night Breakfast! Dec 11, 8–9:30 PM at Mines Market. FREE for all students!
Today Final SWiC Breakfast with Speaker
Join us at 8am in Coolbaugh 137 with Chemistry Speaker
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
Mine Rescue, Mine Comp, SME, Women in Mining Potluck!
Everyone is invited to this friendsgiving collaboration between the 4 mining clubs. Bring a dish to share, or just come by.
SPS Weekly Meeting
Christina C.C. Willis will be presenting her research on optics and high power lasers at the SPS weekly meeting!
