Mines News

Dr. Charles Ruch came to lead South Dakota Mines at the perfect time – a time when his steady demeanor, talent for building relationships and focus on progress helped shape the university's future. Ruch, who served as president from 2003...

Local middle and high school students will be at South Dakota Mines next week to get an in-depth glimpse into the fields of science and engineering during the 48th Annual Engineers Week.

From the Price is Right to the $10,000 Pyramid, South Dakota Mines students and community will get a chance to play to win at the annual university Wellness Fair on Thursday, Feb. 13, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Surbeck Center’s Beck Ballroom.

In celebration of its beloved mascot’s birthday this month, South Dakota Mines will unveil a new full-sized miner, designed by Travis Kowalski, Ph.D., head of the university’s mathematics department, during the Center for Alumni Relations and...

The 2025 Sweetheart Dinner and Dance is at 5:30 p.m. on both Friday, Feb. 14 and Saturday, Feb. 15 at the university’s Music Center. The fun evening includes a four-course meal and the musical stylings of the Wind Ensemble, Concert Choir, Singing...

South Dakota Mines annual career fairs are more than just events – they are gateways to opportunity, connecting students across all disciplines with future careers. Hunter Barnhart knows this firsthand. The sophomore mining engineering major landed...