The Colorado School of Mines Foundation recently hosted its annual Evening of Excellence to celebrate the generous donors and supporters of the university. University award recipients included Men’s Soccer Head Coach Frank Kohlenstein, who received the Faculty and Staff Philanthropy Award; and University Emeritus Professor David Matlock, who received the Brown Medal. The full list of award winners can be found on the Foundation web site.

Mines hosted 267 students and professionals from eight states and a Canadian providence during the Association of Intermountain Housing Officers annual resident assistant conference, RAppin, Oct. 16-18. The event caters to residence life student staff members who can discuss their campuses, programs and initiatives, and learn from other institutions through programming sessions. The conference provides opportunities for students to present, gain leadership skills and make connections with people across the region.