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

A pile of mine tailings against a blue sky.

Startup Licenses Sustainability Technology for Mining Industry

Jan. 28, 2021 | Paul Tumarkin

Auxilium Technologies has brought together multiple inventions from UA mining and geological engineers that improve the output of mines while reducing their environmental impact.

Sustainable Mining >>

Screenshot of a video in which David W. Hahn stands at a podium speaking, with an image of the Old Engineering building behind him.

First Virtual Homecoming Celebrates Alumni and Diversity

Nov. 17, 2020 | Emily Dieckman

The University of Arizona put the “home” in Homecoming this year with a series of virtual celebrations.

Homecoming at Home >>

Lundin Family Giving $2M to UArizona Mining and Mineral Resources Programs With Challenge That Could Bring Millions More

Oct. 29, 2020 | Emily Dieckman

The $2 million initial gift, plus a $2.5 million challenge grant, is helping the university upgrade facilities, provide financial support to students and work toward an interdisciplinary school of mining engineering and mineral resources.

Building a Mining Workforce >>