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

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12 Things that Will Surprise You About Being an Engineering Major

Aug. 22, 2022 | University of Arizona College of Engineering

Engineers apply their knowledge of hands-on work and scientific principles to a wide range of areas to solve big problems. Many of them choose the field because they love doing challenging, hands-on work, but what are some aspects they find most surprising? Current Wildcats and recent graduates share the most unexpected parts of their engineering...

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Sen. Sinema Voices Support for Mining and Mineral Resource Programs at University of Arizona Visit

Aug. 12, 2022 | Emily Dieckman

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New Mining Professor Wins SME Career Boost Grant

Aug. 8, 2022 | Katy Smith

Angelina Anani uses award to bring virtual reality to teaching and more automation to industry.

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College of Engineering Welcomes New Department Heads

Aug. 4, 2022 | Emily Dieckman

Experts selected from a national pool of candidates will lead aerospace and mechanical engineering, mining and geological engineering, and electrical and computer engineering programs, while a longtime faculty member steps up as interim head of systems and industrial engineering.