Wrapping up Mines’ 150th year
Being a Mines graduate is a badge of honor that signifies more than academic achievements and professional success—it embodies the 150 years of resilience, creativity and determination that have become synonymous with a university known for tackling the world’s toughest challenges. We are a community defined by a shared commitment to excellence, discovery and innovation. This has become most apparent as we’ve celebrated our 150th anniversary and reflected on the indelible impact alumni have made on the university that will propel Mines into the future.
Alumni support has enabled Mines to enhance the exceptional and distinctive experience for students. Through new scholarships and fellowships, a Mines education is more affordable for more students. Investments in student scholarship communities, programs to help develop business acumen and professional development initiatives that include alumni volunteers have helped ensure Mines students continue to be highly sought after by industry. Private support has been the catalyst to launch an unprecedented entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem at Mines, which includes new facilities like the Labriola Innovation Hub, Aramco xWorks Innovation Space and the Beck Venture Center, which complement the programming delivered by the McNeil Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation. Alumni support and pride also helped Mines become one of the top Division II athletic programs in the country.
As we look to the possibilities beyond this anniversary year, Mines alumni will continue to play an important role in maintaining our vibrant and supportive community. Whether it’s through mentorship, networking or making a gift to an area you are passionate about, Mines alumni have the power to inspire the next generation of Orediggers and support Mines’ continued success.
We are proud of what we have accomplished together and look forward to continuing the momentum of our success. Here’s to the enduring Oredigger spirit and the bright future that lies ahead for all of us.
Melanie K. Westergaard
Mines Alumni Board President
Brian Winkelbauer
President and CEO, Mines Foundation
Here are just a few ways you can continue to help push the boundaries of what’s possible at Mines:
- Attend or plan an M Club event in your city
- Judge a Capstone Showcase
- Attend an athletics event, the upcoming Arizona Road Shows or Denver or Houston holiday parties
- Attend a monthly virtual Lunch Bunch
- Check out the latest volunteer opportunities at weare.mines.edu/volunteer
- See and be a part of the Campaign for MINES@150 progress at campaign.mines.edu
