Mining & Geological Engineering

This section of the college news site gathers stories that feature the faculty, students, staff and programs of the UA Department of Mining and Geological Engineering. For detailed information about all other aspects of MGE, please visit the department website.

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Mining & Geological Engineering News

Isabel Barton wearing a red vest and standing next to the entrance of a mine in a desert setting.

Award-Winning Geometallurgist Breaks Down Barriers

Feb. 22, 2021 | Emily Dieckman

In the field and in the classroom, NSF CAREER awardee Isabel Barton is bringing together people and ideas from multiple industry specialties, academic disciplines and demographic backgrounds to lend everyday understanding to mining sustainability.

Engineering Success Reflects the Makeup of Society

Feb. 15, 2021 | David W. Hahn

A message from the dean about the Winter 2021 edition of Arizona Engineer

Unwavering Goal >>

Eight women in professional attire stand on three levels of steps posing for a photo in front of the Anaheim Convention Center.

Student Clubs Work to Ensure All Voices Are Heard

Feb. 15, 2021 | Emily Dieckman

Organizations geared toward underrepresented populations become home away from home for many engineering students.

Diverse Student Groups >>

Photo of a black hole -- it looks like an orange ring surrounded by blackness

NSF: UArizona Places in Top 20 Among Public University Research Expenditures

Feb. 5, 2021 | Nick Prevenas

The University of Arizona ranks in the top 4% of all U.S. universities in research and development expenditures and No. 1 in astronomy and astrophysics, according to data from the National Science Foundation.

Top 4% >>