A Letter from the Dean of Graduate Education
Dear Students and Colleagues:
Dr. Doug Wells
Dean of Graduate Education
It is my pleasure to introduce you to the graduate programs
at the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology. SDSM&T is dedicated to
remaining a leader in 21st century education that reflects a belief in the role
of engineers and scientists as crucial to the advancement of society. The School of Mines is a public
state university offering baccalaureate, masters and doctoral degrees in
science and engineering with a student population of approximately 2,400.
Presently, students from 40 states and 27 countries are enrolled at the School
of Mines, making us, indeed, an international community of scholars. As a
result of the achievements of these students and their faculty mentors, the
South Dakota School of Mines enjoys a world-wide reputation as an outstanding
engineering and science institution.
SDSM&T is a small science and engineering institution
that provides big opportunities. Our size and focus give us the capability to
attract world-class faculty who enjoy working closely and collaboratively with
students. Becoming a graduate student at the South Dakota School of Mines and
Technology is like joining a family. You will be part of a community of
students, faculty, support staff and alumni all dedicated to achieving
excellence in everything we do. Located in the beautiful Black Hills of South
Dakota, a short distance from Mount Rushmore and unlimited outdoor recreational
activities, SDSM&T provides its students with opportunities to play as hard
as they work.
The relationships that you will develop at the School of
Mines are just as important as the world-class education you will receive. The
faculty members and fellow students you will meet will become life-long
colleagues and friends. As a student at SDSM&T, you will belong to a
community that celebrates and builds upon a diversity of ideas, cultures and
people; a community that remains deeply invested in developing ideas that
transform the world and exploring concepts that change the way we think.
Celebrate the thrill of every discovery together. Be inspired by one another's
achievements. Collaborate instead of competing.
If this sounds like the kind of graduate school you're
looking for, we're looking for you.
Warmest regards,
Dr. Doug Wells
Dean of Graduate Education