South Dakota Mines Signs Articulation Agreements with Wyoming Colleges

May 13, 2025
South Dakota Mines Signs Articulation Agreements with Wyoming Colleges
The agreement with Gillette College ensures a smooth transfer of credits for students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in the following disciplines: biology, pre-professional health, chemistry, civil engineering, industrial engineering, geological engineering, and metallurgical engineering. Mines’ partnership with Casper College offers students a pathway to bachelor’s degrees in metallurgical, civil and industrial engineering.

South Dakota Mines recently joined leaders at two Wyoming institutions to sign partnerships that create a streamlined roadmap for students interested in continuing their journey in STEM.

Mines President Dr. Brian Tande signed the articulation agreements with Gillette College and Casper College last week.

“At South Dakota Mines, we are proud to expand pathways for students in STEM through these new agreements with Gillette and Casper colleges,” Tande said. “As a university dedicated to serving the region, we are committed to making high-quality education more accessible and ensuring students get the most from their academic journey. We're excited to support these students as they advance toward meaningful careers in science and engineering.”The agreement with Gillette College ensures a smooth transfer of credits for students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in the following disciplines: biology, pre-professional health, chemistry, civil engineering, industrial engineering, geological engineering, and metallurgical engineering.

The agreement with Gillette College ensures a smooth transfer of credits for students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in the following disciplines: biology, pre-professional health, chemistry, civil engineering, industrial engineering, geological engineering, and metallurgical engineering.

“We are pleased to expand our longstanding partnership with South Dakota Mines to create clear and seamless transfer pathways for our students,” said Dr. Janell Oberlander, president of Gillette College. “This agreement opens exciting opportunities for students to begin their academic journey at Gillette College and complete a high-quality bachelor’s degree in engineering or health sciences at South Dakota Mines. It’s aMines’ partnership with Casper College offers students a pathway to bachelor’s degrees in metallurgical, civil and industrial engineering. Pictured left to right: Jerry Hawks, Ph.D., vice president academic affairs for Casper College; Jeff Sun, dean, Casper College School of Science; Casper College students Ethan Green, mechanical engineering, Samson Peterson, metallurgical engineering and Nolan Goulart, metallurgical engineering; Paul Marquard, Ph.D., Casper College engineering instructor; Brian Tande, Ph.D., South Dakota Mines president; Brandon Kosine, Ph.D., Casper College president. testament to our shared commitment to student success and regional workforce development. We look forward to this continued partnership as we create more pathways for students to transfer in the future.”

Mines’ partnership with Casper College offers students a pathway to bachelor’s degrees in metallurgical, civil and industrial engineering.

"Casper College is proud to partner with South Dakota Mines to create clear and seamless transfer pathways for our engineering science students,” said Dr. Brandon Kosine, Casper College president. “This agreement represents our continued commitment to providing students with opportunities that extend beyond the classroom and into successful futures in high-demand STEM fields. We're excited to work alongside Mines to support student success and build a strong foundation for academic and professional excellence."

Mines has similar partnerships with other institutions, including Southwest Technical College in Sioux Falls, S.D., and is looking to expand on these types of agreements, according to Dr. Darcy Briggs, associate vice president for Academic Affairs at Mines. 

“With these agreements in place, we build and strengthen the relationships with our two-year institution partners and introduce South Dakota Mines to students who may not have been considering us as an option,” she said.