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

At Nearly $335M, Giving to UA Foundation Breaks Record

Sept. 30, 2019 | Katy Smith

Supporters are bringing the UA’s $1 billion endowment goal closer. This year’s gifts included significant investments in students and faculty.

All-Time Giving Highs >>

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Building a Bridge to STEM Degrees for Transfer Students

Sept. 13, 2019 | Andy Ober

Funding from the National Science Foundation will support scholarships for transfer students from Pima Community College seeking STEM degrees at the UA, and provide training for faculty and mentors.

Sustainable STEM >>

UA Rises 81 Spots in Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings

Sept. 13, 2019 | Nick Prevenas

The University of Arizona improved its position in the annual rankings, marking the third time since May the university has posted significant gains in national higher education institution standings.

Leaps and Bounds >>

UA Engineering Honored for Commitment to Diversity

Sept. 11, 2019 | Emily Dieckman

National engineering education society names college to first group of award recipients for dedication to serving underrepresented students and faculty members.

Institutional Inclusion >>