Colorado School of Mines named Career Connected Campus
New designation from Colorado Department of Higher Education recognizes Mines as an institution that excels in integrating academic curriculum with work-based learning experiences
Colorado School of Mines is one of seven institutions in the state to receive the new Career Connected Campus Designation from the Colorado Department of Higher Education. The new designation recognizes a commitment to empowering students with the knowledge, skills and resources needed to succeed in their chosen careers and make meaningful contributions to their respective industries.
“As we kick off Career Development Month, I am thrilled to announce the new Career Connected Campus Designation which highlights our commitment to connecting students with the skills needed to get good-paying and in-demand jobs. By focusing on practical skills and career readiness, these campuses equip students to thrive in the exciting and innovative sectors of the future, helping us meet the evolving needs of our thriving economy,” said Colorado Gov. Jared Polis.
Mines joins six other institutions – Colorado College, Colorado State University Global, Pueblo Community College, Regis University, University of Colorado Denver and the University of Denver – as part of the initial class receiving the designation. The institutions selected were chosen for their prioritization of practical skills, professional development and career readiness alongside academic learning. Representing both two-year and four-year colleges, private and public institutions, and urban and rural communities, these colleges exemplify a strong commitment to student success and workforce readiness across Colorado.
“The Mines Career Center is honored to have received the inaugural Career Connected Campus Designation from the Colorado Department of Higher Education,” said Wendy Winter-Searcy, director of the Mines Career Center. “Colorado School of Mines prioritizes career-connected learning and invests in students’ career success at every level. From hosting the largest career fairs in the Rocky Mountain region, to positive career outcomes of over 90 percent, the results of a Mines education are evident.”
The Mines Career Center forges partnerships between premier STEM talent and top employers by integrating career support into the student experience with career-exploration tools, skill-building workshops, mentorship opportunities and the largest bi-annual college career fair in the Rocky Mountain region. Learn more at careers.mines.edu.
About Mines
Colorado School of Mines is a public R1 research university focused on applied science and engineering, producing the talent, knowledge and innovations to serve industry and benefit society – all to create a more prosperous future.
