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We visited Colorado’s only active volcano
Wendy Bohrson, professor of geology and geological engineering, and PhD candidate Valerie Strasser took CPR on a tour of Dotsero Crater in Eagle County.
June 22, 2026
The college with the highest-earning graduates in every US state
Business Insider identified the 34 US colleges with the highest-paid graduates four years after completing their degrees across all US states, based on Department of Education data. In Colorado, Mines' graduates had the highest pay.
June 12, 2026
SpaceX's ambitious plans depend on achieving reusability
George Sowers, professor of practice in mechanical engineering, said Falcon 9 has achieved launch rates that, in the past, were only dreamed of. He added, however, that he's concerned about Starship’s recurring engine issues.
June 12, 2026