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Underground at the Michigan nickel mine shaping Minnesota's mining debate
Aaron Malone, research assistant professor in mining engineering, published a case study on Eagle’s reception by locals last year. He said that over the 12 years it has operated, most local have come to accept the Eagle Mine.
August 10, 2026
Federal funding to boost educational programs for mining industry, including School of Mines
Story notes Mines was one of the mining schools nationally that received funding to boost mining education.
August 7, 2026
Exploration phase companies challenged by labor shortage
Stephen Enders, professor emeritus of practice in mining engineering, said "the cool kids study mining now." He noted that students majoring in mining engineering has more than doubled.
August 7, 2026