VIP Events

UPCOMING VIP EVENTS*

Lunch and Learn: Kerry Siggins presents The Ownership Mindset

February 13 | Green Center r. 224 | 12 – 1 pm

Join us for a lunch and learn with Kerry Siggins, CSM Alumni ’01 and CEO of StoneAge, as she shares her inspiring journey of resilience and transformation. From battling addiction to becoming a leader of a top employee-owned company, Kerry’s story shows how embracing failure and building inner strength can fuel personal and professional growth. She’ll offer practical tips on bouncing back from setbacks, leading with empathy, and turning challenges into opportunities. Don’t miss this chance to hear from a leader, gain real-world insights and leave feeling empowered to tackle life’s obstacles head-on!

Kerry Siggins is the CEO of StoneAge, an employee-owned manufacturing company in Colorado. In 2023, Kerry was named EY Entrepreneur Of The Year and Colorado’s CEO of the Year. Kerry has led StoneAge through three significant transitions while building a dynamic culture where employees think and act like owners. StoneAge is recognized as a top company to work for by Outside Magazine and Inc. Magazine. She is a dynamic speaker and host of the Reflect Forward podcast. Kerry contributes to Forbes and Entrepreneur and The Ownership Mindset: A Handbook for Transforming Your Life and Leadership is her first book.

 

Lunch included – register here!

4th Annual Professional Development Symposium

March 5th | 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm | Student Center Grand Ballrooms  | VIP is excited to host our 4th Annual Professional Development Symposium on Wednesday, March 5! Join us for an interactive presentation on speaking confidently and stay to practice your networking skills with employers, alumni, and peers.

Alcohol and Appetizers will be served! Bring your ID if you are 21+! Register here

Jennifer Vellenga joins us from Voice First World®, a communication and leadership training company that applies the acting techniques seen on stage and screen to workplace scenarios. Over the last 25 years, Jen V. has empowered Emmy® and Tony® Award-winning actors and writers to embrace their authentic selves and speak confidently.

Countdown to Career with VIP and the Career Center

April 15th • 4 – 6:30 pm • Marquez Atrium 

Are you heading into a summer internship? Or a graduating student heading into your full-time job? Come celebrate with VIP and the Career Center and get ready with skills to crush your first day!

Countdown to Career Celebration  | 4 – 5:15 pm Kick off the evening with an interactive celebration where you can stock up on essentials to make your first day a breeze, explore professional resource booths, and network and celebrate with peers over snacks and refreshments.

Breakout Sessions | 5:30 – 6:30 pm Choose the session that’s right for you:

Internship Insider Tips (Marquez r. 222): Get practical advice from current students who’ve successfully completed internships. From making a strong first impression to navigating challenges, they’re here to share their experiences and answer your questions.

First Job Secrets from Alumni (Marquez r. 226): Hear from recent grads who’ve transitioned into full-time roles on how they’ve adjusted to work-life balance, set themselves up for success in the workplace, and ask all your questions about the transition into the workplace.

This event is free and open to all students! Registration opening soon. 

The Mines PASCAL and Career Centers are committed to making events accessible to everyone. If you require an accommodation or service to fully participate, please email vip@mines.edu.

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