Colorado School of Mines students teach next generation of female scientists

The elementary school students making paper parachutes and homemade kaleidoscopes now will — in about 10 years or so — be studying aerospace engineering and nuclear fission. That’s the hope behind programs like Colorado School of Mines’ third annual ....
April 8, 2024

Open for business: Orediggers celebrate new entrepreneurship hub

Colorado School of Mines students can now have their own “ Shark Tank” experience thanks to the campus’ new Beck Venture Center.
April 5, 2024

Mines fraternity supporting colon cancer research with bike-a-thon

For at least a week, a group of Colorado School of Mines students will be biking non-stop. But, instead of a destination, they’re biking toward a dollar amount.
March 5, 2024

Golden’s Ore Cart ridership ‘exceeds expectations’ in first six months

“With the popularity of (the Ore Carts), I think it is here to stay and has a good shot at long-term viability for the Mines and Golden community,” said Jason Slowinski, Mines’ associate vice president of infrastructure & operations.
February 22, 2024

Mines celebrates 150th anniversary, opens Labriola Innovation District

Despite being one of the oldest universities in the state, Colorado School of Mines has a fresh look.
February 12, 2024

Mines, USGS start construction on joint Energy and Minerals Research Facility

The 40-year partnership between Colorado School of Mines and the U.S. Geological Survey is reaching new heights.
November 15, 2023

A Spooktacular day at Golden’s Mines Museum ahead of Halloween

Dinos and burros and rocks, oh my! The Mines Museum of Earth Science isn’t usually this scary. It transformed into a spooky scene at its annual Spooktacular, hosting more than 1,000 people, including 600 youngsters, most of them decked out in ....
October 22, 2023

The Ore Cart Arrives: Golden launches free downtown circulator shuttle

Whether it’s downtown visitors who need a little help getting around or Colorado School of Mines students wanting to access the RTD rail lines, the four-wheeled solution has arrived.
June 8, 2023

Mines students test skills, knowledge in annual cardboard boat races

For months, Colorado School of Mines students have been collecting cardboard — everything from moving boxes and TV boxes to 24-packs of beer and pizza boxes — in preparation for this day.
April 17, 2023

Mines, Body and Spirit: Fresh Check Day 'a boost of positivity' for students

In a high-stress environment like college, it’s important to take a step back and ask, “Am I well — physically, mentally, emotionally? And if not, how do I take care of myself?” That’s what Colorado School of Mines’ second annual Fresh Check Day ....
March 6, 2023