Incoming Oredigger Newsletter

Updates from Admissions 

We Can’t Wait for You to Join Us, #FutureOredigger! 

Important Reminders:

Financial Aid Updates

Newsletter Sign Up
After August 1, all primary communication from Financial Aid will be sent to your Mines email account. Parents and family members are strongly encouraged to subscribe to our newsletter so they can stay up-to-date on important deadlines and information. Sign up for our Financial Aid newsletter here.

Proxy has come to Trailhead
Another way to stay up to date on what is happening is for you to give Proxy access to parents/guardians/etc.  This allows you to designate read-only access for student account information, financial aid requirements, grades, schedule and more.  Visit our Proxy Access page for more information.

Completing Financial Aid Requirements
In Trailhead, go to the Financial Aid tab>Requirements>2024-2025 to ensure you have turned in all financial aid documentation. You can also securely upload required documents in the same place. Financial aid will pay out in August if all requirements are complete. Statement of Educational Purpose and Citizenship documentation must be completed in person. This can happen in August when you are on campus.

Outside Scholarships
Students receiving scholarships from a source outside of Mines must report the scholarship to the Office of Financial Aid. Report outside scholarships here.

Scholarship checks should be made payable to Colorado School of Mines and mailed to the Office of Financial Aid. Please include the student’s CWID on the check for timely processing. Our mailing address is: 
Colorado School of Mines
Office of Financial Aid
1301 19th Street
Golden, CO 80401

Scholarship funds are credited to student accounts once the check is received. Scholarship funds will be credited half to the fall and half to the spring semesters, unless otherwise designated by the donor. Checks made payable to both the student and the school require the student to endorse the check.

Students can check Trailhead regarding the status of their scholarship: Trailhead → Scholarships card → View Reported Scholarships.

Scholarships checks that have been received will have “Paid” to the right of the title of the scholarship. To see the official payment, go to “Award Overview.”

Student and Parent Loan Information
Once you have made your housing decision (on campus/off campus/with parent), you can apply for loans to cover your expenses. If you are using Mines’ Student Health Insurance and are borrowing a loan to cover the cost, please let us know before applying for a loan. We recommend applying for loans by July 31, 2024 to ensure timely processing. Students will have an email sent to their Mines email in June with detailed instructions for student loans and another email about parent loans Please visit our webpage for more information about student loans. Information about parent loans can be found here.

Professional Judgements and FAFSA
If your income has involuntarily decreased since 2022, please visit our Professional Judgement webpage. Do not adjust your FAFSA! Adjustments to the FAFSA can only be made by the Office of Financial Aid. Official forms will be available in July.

ROTC at Mines
If you plan to attend Army or Air Force ROTC at Mines, let us know! Please email rotc@mines.edu with your ROTC scholarship type and length so we can be ready for you to attend in the fall.

Have Financial Aid Questions?
We are available Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Mountain Time to help! Please include your CWID in all correspondence. We can also be reached through email at finaid@mines.edu or by phone at (303) 273-3301. You can also request a Zoom appointment with our office.

Residence Life Info

The Living on Campus Experience

By now, you’ve been in the Housing Portal and completed Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the First-Year Housing Application! You’ve learned about our residential communities, and maybe you’ve found someone you’d like to live with!

This month, we begin the third and final phase of the application: room selection. Everyone’s favorite part! Phase 3: Room Selection and Meal Plans begins with Residence Life assigning room selection timeslots and organizing the selection process. You will hear from us via email by June 7th with your timeslot assignment and more information about how to prepare for room selection, including how-to guides and floor plans for the residence halls!

Once your timeslot opens and you’ve selected your room assignment, you will also select your meal plan and sign your housing contract! Make sure to review the contract carefully and review it with a trusted adult before signing!

After Phase 3, it’s a countdown to move-in! All students will move in on Saturday, August 10 or Sunday, August 11. Your move-in day will be based on your room assignment and will be communicated to you in early July!

Continue monitoring your Mines email for all communication from Residence Life! We have lots of important information to share, and we can’t wait to welcome you to campus soon!

Orientation and Next Steps

The New Student & Transition Services (NeST) staff supports new and continuing Colorado School of Mines students through their transitions to campus and beyond. Specialized programs allow students to become acquainted with campus, traditions, expectations, and processes while getting a head start on their community building. We will provide you with news and updates throughout the spring and summer, but please consider registering for one of our upcoming events!

Welcome Webinars

NeST will be hosting a series of Welcome Webinars between June and August for new students and their support systems! These webinars will feature various offices and time-sensitive information to help you prepare for your time at Mines.

The full schedule has been released on the Welcome Webinars website! Registration opened on May 1st for all summer webinars!

Blaster Book

Blaster Book New Student & Family Guides have started shipping to domestic students who have paid their enrollment deposit! The virtual guide is also  available on our website. Keep an eye out for this helpful guide that will walk you through your admissions checklist, resources, and services to support you on campus, and lots of information regarding your experience at Mines! This is a great resource for families and support systems too!

Helluva Welcome
August 10-17, 2024

All incoming undergraduate students will take part in our August orientation program, Helluva Welcome! During this program, students will spend time getting to know campus and will build connections in the Rocky Mountains at Oredigger Camp as they take their first steps in their Mines journey!

Helluva Welcome will take place between August 10 – 17, 2024 and more details will be available this spring and summer on the Helluva Welcome website.

Convocation Update

Convocation ceremonies and free New Student & Family Barbeques will take place on each move-in day. These are the only events for family and guests during Helluva Welcome, and the BBQ is traditionally where families say goodbye to their students and depart campus. Additional details are listed on our website and in this newsletter. If you are a transfer student, please plan to attend on August 10. If you are a commuter student, please plan to attend on August 11.

Convocation (Students and Family Members)
What: Part of Helluva Welcome, Convocation is the official Mines welcome ceremony for all new students and their families. There is no cost to attend this event. A live stream of each ceremony will be available on the Mines YouTube channel.
When/Where:

Convocation #1 – for those moving in on August 10 & transfer students

Saturday, August 10

Doors open at 4 p.m. (incoming students will assemble on Stratton Commons at 4:15-30 pm for the processional)

Ceremony starts at 5 p.m.

Lockridge Arena, inside the Student Recreation Center
1651 Elm Street
Golden, CO 80401

Get free tickets here, limit three. Incoming students do not need a ticket for entry.

Convocation #2 – for those moving in on August 11 & commuter students

Sunday, August 11

Doors open at 4 p.m. (incoming students will assemble on Stratton Commons at 4:15-30 pm for the processional)

Ceremony starts at 5 p.m.

Lockridge Arena, inside the Student Recreation Center
1651 Elm Street
Golden, CO 80401

Get free tickets here, limit three. Incoming students do not need a ticket for entry.

Welcome Barbecue (Students and Family Members)
What: Part of Helluva Welcome, this is a barbecue to welcome new students and their families to Mines. There is no cost to attend this event. After the barbecue, families are encouraged to say goodbye as the rest of the weekend is dedicated to orienting students to our campus and community.

Where: Kafadar Commons, next to the CoorsTek Center for Applied Science and Engineering, under the big tent.

1501 Illinois St.

Golden, CO 80401

When: Each move-in day (Aug. 10 & 11) as follows:

Welcome BBQ #1 – for those moving in on August 10 & transfer students

Saturday, August 10

Immediately following Convocation (around 6:00 pm)

Get free tickets here, no limit. New students do not need a ticket and are already counted.

Welcome BBQ #2 – for those moving in on August 11 & commuter students

Sunday, August 11

Immediately following Convocation (around 6:00 pm)

Get free tickets here, no limit. New students do not need a ticket and are already counted.

Registrar Updates

Colorado students have the opportunity to apply their Colorado Opportunity Fund (COF) stipend at the Colorado School of Mines. The Colorado Opportunity Fund is a state-funded program that provides financial assistance to undergraduate students attending participating Colorado institutions.

By utilizing their COF stipend, students can reduce the cost of their education at Mines. This opens up additional avenues for students seeking financial support to pursue their academic goals.

To learn more about the Colorado Opportunity fund, please visit the Registrar’s Office website.

Greetings from the Center for Academice Services and Advising!

Now that we are in June, we are counting down to the first day of classes in August. The Office of the Registrar will build first-year student schedules in July and into August. Please complete the Registration Survey form (found in your Admissions Applicant portal) — filling out this survey as soon as possible will assist with schedule building. Your first semester schedule will be built based on your major, as well as any applicable transfer credit (AP, IB, dual-enrollment, etc.) you may have completed. You may find more information about majors by visiting the Undergraduate Academics Programs page.

We look forward to presenting at a July webinar and interacting with you further once schedules are released in August!

Myth Busting Study Abroad!

Engineering and STEM students CAN study  abroad!

There is a long-held myth that it is impossible for engineering/STEM students to go abroad due to the rigor and demand of their degree plan. This can be true for some engineering degrees especially when you get to upper-level major courses. The secret is to study abroad early in your college years and Mines Education Abroad team has a great option for you.

Based on the success of our First Year Semester Abroad Experience (FYSAE)  (we have 32 adventurous students heading to study in the French Riviera in August), and understanding the first year is a good time to study abroad, we are piloting a FYSAE Spring Semester 2025. There are a limited number of spots available for a cohort of first year students who want to be certain a study abroad experience is part of their college experience. Students spend Spring Semester 2025 studying in Antibes, France taking pre-approved courses that align with the core requirements here at Mines. CEA CAPA, our partner in this program, provides all the in-country assistance students need to be successful living and learning abroad. The cost of the semester is equal to/or less than the cost to study on the Golden campus and all financial aid (loans, grants, and scholarships) can be applied.

The application for the spring FYSAE will open in mid-June. The deadline to apply is August 30, 2024. Spaces are limited, students will be accepted on a first come basis. You can learn more about this exciting program using the link imbedded above or by contacting abroad@mines.edu . Please send your contact information if you want to receive notice and a link to the application when it opens.

Preferred First Name Project

From the Office for Institutional Equity

Do you use a first name other than what is on your birth certificate? Mines recognizes members of the campus community prefer to use a first name other than their legal name to identify themselves.

Per the Mines Preferred First Name Policy, students and employees may determine and designate a preferred first name that they want to be known by in Mines’ systems.

Learn more about the Preferred First Name project webpage for more information or contact the Office for Institutional Equity at oie@mines.edu.

Explore Research Opportunities with the FIRST Fellowship at Mines

Dear First-Year Students,

Are you eager to dive into research and make a real impact right from the start of your academic journey? The First-Year Innovation and Research Scholar Training (FIRST) Fellowship at Mines offers a unique opportunity to explore cutting-edge research areas and work closely with faculty mentors.

What is Undergraduate Research?
Undergraduate research involves students working alongside faculty mentors to make original contributions to their chosen field. At Mines, you will tackle real-world challenges and contribute solutions that matter.

What is the FIRST Fellowship?
The FIRST Fellowship is specifically designed for first-year students at Mines who are curious about research. Selected fellows will:

• Enroll in a 1-credit class during the fall to develop research skills and identify interests.
• Begin a research project with a faculty mentor in the spring.
• Receive hourly compensation (approx. $14.50/hour) for research work during the spring semester.

Who should apply?
Any incoming Mines student (first-year or transfer) is encouraged to apply. You do not need to have research experience to apply to this opportunity – in fact, the FIRST Fellowship is designed to be an introduction to research. Remember, “Rome was not built in a day, but they were laying bricks every hour.” Every small step you take in research contributes significantly. You may start with simple tasks, but these are crucial in building the bigger picture and advancing the project, as well as your professional skills.
Q: Do I Need Prior Experience?
A: Absolutely not! All you need is curiosity, passion, and a strong work ethic.

Benefits of Undergraduate Research:
• Develop critical thinking skills.
• Apply your knowledge in real-time.
• Experience the life of a researcher.
• Make original contributions to your field.
• Build confidence and enhance your professional credentials.

How to Apply:
Don’t miss this chance to kickstart your research journey at Mines through the FIRST Fellowship. Dive into the world of discovery and innovation as you lay the first bricks of your scientific career.

We encourage you to seize this opportunity and apply today! You can submit your application via our Undergraduate Research Page. Applications are due by June 30th, 2024.

Teach@Mines

Double Your Career Options

Are you looking to expand your career options while you’re an Oredigger? Invest in your future with one of our teaching tracks that fits your goals. Select from one of these three tracks:

• Minor in Teaching: Earn your teaching license alongside ANY major
• Major in Teaching: Earn a Bachelor of Science in Design Engineering with a STEM Teaching Focus
• Combined Teaching Program: Earn a Bachelor of Science in Design Engineering, Masters of Science in STEM Education and a teaching license in as little as five years.

Did you know?
Teachers in the United States rate their lives better than all other occupation groups, trailing only physicians.
Earn a $500 Scholarship for trying the 1 Credit K-12 Field Experience class! There is still time to add SCED262 to your schedule!

Hear From a Teaching Alumni

Watch Dawson’s story about his decision to pursue teaching as a career. Today, Dawson loves his teaching career where he inspires young minds with a passion for STEM and pursues his other passions while coaching softball and basketball!

Field Experiences in Geological Engineering

Here in the Geological Engineering Department, adventure beckons around every corner. The junior class recently embarked on a four-day expedition to put their skills and wits to the test in the real world.

A town two hours south of the Mines campus, Cañon City is nestled among ranches, mountains, and awesome rock outcrops, and it was here that students were to spend their weekend pondering the story behind the rocks surrounding them. The trip began uncertainly as a storm rolled across Colorado, but undeterred, the class went forth into the field to untangle the story hidden in the rocks.

Over time, they mapped the many rock layers and began to see how the topography observed today was shaped by the formation of the Rocky Mountains. Their efforts were rewarded when the sun eventually broke through the cloud cover – spectacular mountain views became a must-see to appreciate the unique beauty of the area.

Evenings were spent next to roaring fires where many a story was recounted, and friendship blossomed in the shared opportunities. And through it all, what shines most about field trips like these is the opportunity they offer to students to gain hands-on experience in the real world. Rather than being cooped up in a classroom, students can embrace adventure and hone their observational and critical thinking skills, all while creating memories with friends that will last a lifetime.

-Isaac Pope, BS Geological Engineering (2025); MS GIS & Geoinformatics (2026)

GGE students get jobs—good jobs that lead to fulfilling careers. Travel, career advancement, excellent job placement, and the chance to help the Earth are all reasons to major in the variety of areas under Geology and Geological Engineering.

Reach out to Dr Brendan Hanger, undergraduate program leader for more information. hanger@mines.edu

Mining Engineering Field Session Experiences

Summer holds a lot of excitement for students in the Department of Mining Engineering for it is time for Field Session and subsequent travel to their internship location!

Field Session for Mining Engineering comes in two-parts. The first session takes place during the first three weeks of Summer. Week one consists of learning the basics of MineSight, a mining software used for mine planning, modeling, and design. Week two is all about mine safety in a course lead by members of our Energy, Mining, & Construction Industry Safety Program (EMCIS) where students receive mining safety and hazards training under Mining Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) Part 48 regulations. This interactive and participatory training fulfills requirements to receive the MSHA Form 5000-23 certifying completion of Part 48 training. The last week of this field session also includes field trips to various local mining operations where students can witness first-hand the daily operations of each site.

The second Field Session taken a year later is only two weeks long. This consists of learning surveying techniques in the classroom, then taking that knowledge out into the field to survey both surface and underground. Student teams are assigned total stations and have to solve various surveying problems in a variety of settings. Surveying is a must-have skill for every mining engineer, so preparing students for what is ahead is paramount.

The Department of Mining Engineering continues to be ranked the #1 Mining and Minerals Program in the world, and produces graduates ready to work hard, solve problems, and overcome challenges. It is their willingness to face global challenges head-on to provide the material goods fulfilling societal needs while doing it in an environmentally sustainable and socially responsible manner that makes our graduates very special.

Discover Mines Geophysics: Exploring Earth Beyond

Are you looking for an exciting technology-leading major? Have you considered Geophysics?

• Geophysics is a multidisciplinary science integrating physics, mathematics, geology, computing, and instrumentation to advance science & technology for characterizing structures and physical processes on Earth and other Solar System bodies.
• Geophysicists have flexible work environments and can build successful careers in different domains (theoretical, experimental, computational, and field) and employment in various industries, government agencies, non-governmental organizations, or academic institutions.
• The Mines Geophysics is distinctive, being the first Geophysics program established worldwide, currently offering the sole ABET-accredited Geophysical Engineering degree in the US and a robust research program ranked #5 nationally by USNWR.
• Our program offers opportunities for career development, such as internships, study abroad programs, undergraduate research, conference attendance, and customized design/thesis projects.
• Geophysics graduates have excellent career outcomes, securing positions in multiple industries and academia, with annual salaries ranging from $40k-$170k, depending on the degree (BSc, MSc, or PhD).

We understand that each student is unique at Mines, so we offer specialized tracks within the Geophysics program. The Space track equips you with the skills to explore the surfaces and interiors of planetary bodies to give insight into the formation and evolution of the solar system, assess space resources, and enable planetary defense. Graduates pursue careers at (inter)national space agencies, universities & research institutes, private aerospace companies, etc.

Consider the Geophysics major if you like adventure and want to make a difference!

Faculty Profile

Dr. Paul Sava (MINES Geophysics Professor) applies seismic and radar wave theory to study the Earth and other planetary bodies. His research focuses on imaging technology for planetary applications, applied to the 3D imaging of the Mars icecaps or small planetary bodies (comets and asteroids). Contact Dr. Sava at psava@mines.edu or check his webpage to learn more.

Explore Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences

Hello, I’m Prof. Jonathan Cullison.  I’m the Director for the Music and Performing Arts Program here at Mines.  I oversee the Mines Jazz Program and the Music, Engineering and Recording Arts minor, MERA for short. I’d like to welcome you to the Mines community, and to our program. The Music and Performing Arts Program offers classes that include Music Technology, Audio & Acoustic Engineering and Science, and Real World Recording.  We also offer classes in Music Theory, Music History, Jazz and American Popular Music, and Beginning Piano, among others. 

We have multiple performing opportunities at Mines, including our Concert Band, Marching Band, Concert Choir, Philharmonic Orchestra and Jazz Program. There are also multiple small groups that are attached to these large ensembles. We are always looking for new musicians of all levels, so please reach out.  Our ensemble directors are happy to discuss the particulars of all the ensembles.  There is also an active Theater and Performance program at Mines. We offer courses in Theater Production & Performance, Theatrical Improvisation, and Acting and Locution, among others. There is also a Visual Arts area that may be of interest.

I’m happy to talk to you more at length and answer any questions about our ensembles and classes being offered through the Music and Performing Arts Program.  Please contact me at jculliso@mines.edu, or my office phone at 303.384.2275. I look forward to hearing from you!

Get a minor in Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences!

Demonstrate your intellectual flexibility by pursuing a minor in HASS. We have five options: 1) Music, Engineering, and Recording Arts; 2) Environment and Sustainability Studies; 3) Culture, Creativity, and Communication; 4) Global Politics and Policy; or 5) an Individualized Minor (ideal for pre-law or pre-med students). Completing one of these minors sets you apart from other Mines graduates, and expands your range of possible employers. 

YOU@Mines

Adapting to a new campus can be exciting, daunting, and nerve-wracking.

Colorado School of Mines is proud to present the YOU@Mines portal, the first technology of its kind to personalize campus resources to the individual user. It’s as intuitive and informative as social media, but maintains your privacy and anonymity. It’s like Google, if Google knew what interested and worried you every day.

This online portal exists to help Mines students succeed in academics and career readiness, thrive in areas of personal wellness, and matter by finding motivation and involvement. In each of these three core areas, users can take Reality Check quizzes to assess their current strengths and challenges. Based on this secure information, the system serves up on-campus resources, wellness tips, modules, and other helpful tools based on your needs. From here, the student can save resources, commit to take action and set goals.

Because the portal is so personalized, it adapts to your experience as your stressors, lifestyle, and needs change throughout college. Moreover, YOU does not have the time and physical restrictions of many other outlets. When the gym closes before your de-stress session, or your best friend isn’t answering their phone, or you can’t make an appointment at the Counseling Center on the weekend, YOU is still online and available.

Even before you get to campus, log onto YOU to create a profile to learn about intramural sports, volunteer opportunities, transition resources and more. Add YOU to your list of reliable places to turn when you need to reach out, reflect, or refresh.

Bursar Updates

Enrollment for Fall 2024 Payment Plan is currently open!

Students can enroll in the payment plan by logging into their “My Account Page” (Trailhead > ‘Payments and Refunds’ card > ‘My Account Page’ link). Parents can sign up on behalf of their student in the “Authorized User Portal” by using the username and password assigned by the student.

The last installment for the Fall 2024 payment plan is October 12. The number of installments is determined by the date you enroll in the plan.

Additional Information

• There is a $35 non-refundable enrollment fee for the payment plan. Each student/parent is limited to one payment plan per semester.
• Enrollment in autopay is required. Electronic check payments do not incur a transaction fee. All card payments are subject to a non-refundable 2.85% convenience fee. Each installment is due on the 12th of the month.
• The Fall 2024 balance has not yet been released. Currently, students and families can enroll in the payment plan for a budgeted amount. However, after Fall 2024 charges have been released to the student, payment plan will automatically be adjusted to reflect their remaining balance.

For questions, additional information, or for help estimating your balance, please contact bursar@mines.edu or call (303) 273-3158.

Student Health Center Updates & Requirements

From the Coulter Student Health Center

ALL incoming students MUST complete the following requirements by the  June 15 deadline through the Mines Health Portal, accessed via my.mines.edu. For incoming students without a Mines Okta account, be sure to activate your account prior to accessing the Mines Health Portal. If you have not activated your my.mines.edu account, please reach out to our Information Technology Office. 

Required Immunizations/Forms

• Please provide full dates of immunizations (MM/DD/YYYY) with documentation. Upload immunization records under “Immunization and COVID Documents” heading.
• Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR): Two (2) doses are required by the State of Colorado for all students born after 1/1/1957. The first dose must be given no earlier than 4 days before the 1st birthday with at least 28 days between the two vaccines.
• If living on campus (Mines Park excluded): Proof of a Meningococcal ACWY vaccine/booster given within the last 5 years must be documented on your immunization record.
• Tuberculosis Questionnaire: Complete the TB Screening Questions form in the Health Portal (Forms tab). The Student Health Center will contact you via portal messaging if testing is indicated. Please upload results under “Tuberculosis Testing Results” heading.
• If under the age of 18: If you will be under the age of 18 as of the first day of the 2024-25 Fall semester, please have your parent/guardian complete this form so that we may treat you in the event of illness or injury. Upload under “Consent Form” heading.

Services Provided

• Primary and urgent care for eligible students.
  • No co-pays! Visits are covered 100% by your Health Service Fee.
• In-person and telehealth options
• On site lab and select point-of-care testing (e.g. mono, strep, flu, urinalysis)
• Prescriptions
  • SHC has a limited supply of medications available for common illnesses.
  • Prescriptions sent to the pharmacy of your choice.
• Immunizations

Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP)

The Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) enrollment/waiver period is open from July 15 – Census Day! SHIP has fantastic benefits such as a $0 deductible, free virtual care through AcademicLiveCare and a $2000 out-of-pocket limit. Coverage is through United HealthCare, utilizing the nationwide UHC Choice Plus PPO Network.

All students are charged for the SHIP, but those students with approved waivers will also see the waiver credit. Annual coverage from 8/1/24 – 7/31/25 will be approximately $2650, billed half in Fall Semester & half in Spring Semester. Once the open enrollment period begins, you can visit csm.myahpcare.com to make your annual selection by September 4 (Census Day).

For more information visit the SHIP website or email ship@mines.edu.

Mines Counseling Center

Happy Summer, Incoming Students, Parents, and Student Supporters!

The Mines Counseling Center is already busy planning for the numerous services to offer this fall, including new support groups and educational programs that students have found helpful in the past. Please visit the Counseling Center website, to become familiar with our Counseling Center Team and Services.

This month we would like to highlight our Multi-faceted Care Model. This model allows us to meet with Mines Students quickly upon their initial request and supports them in getting their unique needs met, whether that is in our building or through community or on-line resources.

The Multi-faceted Care Model of services starts with a Mines Student making a request through our website to meet with a University Counselor for a 15-minute consultation. These visits are done over the phone or during our regularly scheduled Virtual Office Hours. During this meeting, the counselor will help identify primary concerns and recommend an actionable plan for next steps. The Multi-Faceted Care Model allows us to guide students to a variety of services within our Counseling Center, directs students to other Campus Support Services, as well as considers referrals to specialists and longer-term therapy options in the community when appropriate.

If incoming students would like to get a head start on taking care of their well-being this summer, we encourage all students to register with YOU@Mines to find tips and tools for everything from your mental and physical health, managing finances, meeting new friends, and finding balance between school and life.

Happy June, Orediggers!

From College to Career 

Here to Help You Make a Fulfilled Career Decision – Mines Career Center

You do not have to be looking for a job to connect with the Career Center! We believe early contact with the Mines Career Center and a four-year career plan is essential for making a fulfilled career decision as well as an easy transition to professional life. Our initial goal is to help you in your early career exploration process and assist you to gain work experience through internships, co-ops and research while you are in school. To achieve this goal, the Career Center supports students by offering a variety of services including:

• Engineering Your Career Path – a one-credit course for career preparation and professional development.
• Focus2Career – a virtual tool to help students explore career paths and majors.
• Personalized advising with Career and Professional Development Advisors.
• Workshops on numerous topics including resume and cover letter development, practice interviews, proactive job search, networking, salary negotiation and more.
• Info Sessions with employers to learn about and network with companies.
• Industry Panels to hear from industry leaders and learn more about career paths.

Our largest events that students are strongly encouraged to attend are Fall and Spring Career Days which host more than 400 companies, Prep with Reps Professional Development, employer industry panels, 100+ company information sessions and thousands of campus interviews. We also encourage you to use our online recruiting database, DiggerNet. Your credentials and instructions to access DiggerNet will be sent in August.

We are available for questions and to help Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Mountain Time) by email, phone or in person.

We look forward to working with you!

Disability Support Services

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) defines disability as a "physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities.”

The ADA regulations include both visible and invisible impairments, such as physical and physiological impairments, mental and psychological disorders, intellectual disabilities and specific learning disabilities among many others.

Disability Support Services (DSS) works collaboratively with students, faculty, and staff to minimize barriers and support an accessible campus community. When barriers to access occur, Disability Support Services works one-on-one with students to determine accommodations and facilitate access to programs and services.

If you are a student with a disability in need of accommodations, please visit the Disability Support Service (DSS) page or come to our office located at 1225 17th Street for more information and to access the online accommodation request form.

In preparation for registering with DSS, please consider collecting and/or requesting updated disability documentation from your provider including diagnostic evaluation records, current school disability records (IEP/504, if applicable), and any medical documentation to support your request for accommodations.

While students can register and request accommodations with DSS at any time, early submission helps to facilitate the coordination of accommodations by the start of the semester.

Fraternity & Sorority Life

From Student Activities, Involvement & Leadership

The Mines Panhellenic & Inter-Fraternity Councils are very excited to welcome you, future Orediggers, to our community. As Mines Fraternity and Sorority Life, we see our fellow members as friends, leaders and future colleagues. The FSL community prides ourselves on our ever-growing support network that is upheld through mutual respect, supportiveness, and service to the Mines & Golden community.

You can learn about each of our chapters, their philanthropic efforts, GPAs, and other helpful facts on the Greek Life webpage.

Join us at recruitment!

Panhellenic (sorority) Recruitment will be held August 24-27

Registration will open July 10!

Signing up for sorority recruitment is free.

Please email panhellenic@mines.edu for any questions and make sure to follow us on Instagram @minespanhellenic

Fraternity Recruitment will be held August 23– August 30

No registration required.

Please email ifc@mines.edu for any questions and make sure to follow us on Instagram @mines.ifc

Club Sports

Mines offers a plethora of opportunities for students to connect with their interests or discover new passions. Among all of the amazing organizations on campus, Club Sports provides a segue for all students to develop relationships and leadership skills, while also encouraging students to get outside and have fun.

Club Sports teams enable students to travel and compete against other universities. Each team has its own officer board composed of students also participating in the respective club sport. The program is essentially as great as those who join and play (each club sports team is pretty awesome).

Between the fall and spring semesters, 752 students joined a club sport team! Our teams also had stellar performances this past year; several teams competed in their respective national and regional competitions. Mines Club Cycling won their 5th consecutive National Division D2 Club Ominium and overall for the Club Ominium, as well as having several individual top finishes. Men’s Ultimate ranked 4th overall in their region, Ice Hockey ranked 18th in the nation, Women’s Rugby ranked 16th in the nation for 15’s, and Men’s Rugby finished 9th in the nation for 15’s.

With 6 Women’s teams, 8 Men’s teams, and 7 Co-Ed teams, there’s a club sport for everyone to try!

Arthur Lakes Library

Welcome to Mines! The Arthur Lakes Library is home to physical and digital resources, including textbooks, major journals, items written by Mines authors, and the History of Mining! Want to save money on textbooks? Search the Arthur Lakes Library catalog for Course Readings. We may have your textbook already.

Lydia Tran, current student, noted, “Arthur Lakes Library provides a safe, comfortable, and relaxing environment for Mines’ students to concentrate without pressure or disruptions that ultimately play a long-time role in their academic success.”

How do we do this? The library is home to scanners, printers, and a computer lab on our main floor. You can also find CASA tutors in the library several evenings a week. Spread out across our 3 floors and 2 mezzanine levels. Come early or stay late, since we are often open from 7am to Midnight. 

Student Employment Information

All students must apply for campus jobs and accept an offer of employment in Workday to be hired on the Mines campus. New student hires must complete onboarding electronically in Workday on their date of hire. Students will also be required to complete both sections of the Form I-9 with Section 1 being completed on their hire date and Section 2 completed in-person in the Mines Administrative Processing Services office within 3 business days. Visit the USCIS website to determine what documents will be required to complete the I-9. Documents must be original versions. Photos, non-certified copies, and reproductions cannot be accepted.