Author: Brenda Gillen

What Is a Mines Degree Worth?

Colorado School of Mines was ranked first among public institutions for 30-year net return on investment for graduates who paid in-state tuition, and second int he same category for graduates who paid out-of-state tuition.

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Students Design Award-Winning Sound Wall

Mines engineering students designed an award-winning sound-wall that has reduced traffic noise from Sixth Avenue as their Senior Design project. Their project began in 2008, and after construction was completed last spring, the project won the 2010 City of Lakewood Community Sustainability Award for its use of 3,330 recycled tires.

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Current Issue: Spring 2025

Cover of Mines Magazine Spring 2025 featuring a student playing a keyboard instrument with colorful text overlay reading “IMPROV, INSTRUMENTS & IMAGINATION.” The issue highlights how Mines blends technical rigor with creative learning.

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