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University of Utah College of Science The University of Utah College of Science offers STEM degrees in eight academic units.

šŸ”¬ Frontiers of Science welcomes Nobel Laureate Martin Chalfie to the University of Utah on Oct. 22!Chalfie, 2008 Nobel P...
10/09/2026

šŸ”¬ Frontiers of Science welcomes Nobel Laureate Martin Chalfie to the University of Utah on Oct. 22!

Chalfie, 2008 Nobel Prize co-laureate in Chemistry and professor at Columbia University, will present ā€œThe Usefulness of Useless Knowledge,ā€ exploring why curiosity-driven research remains essential to scientific discovery.

Some of scienceā€™s most important breakthroughs have emerged unexpectedly from research that began without an obvious practical application. Chalfie will discuss why creating space for this kind of exploration is as important today as everā€”and how unexpected discoveries can ultimately improve human health and well-being.

šŸ—“ Thursday, Oct. 22
ā° 7 p.m.
šŸ“ Cleone Peterson Eccles Alumni House

Join us for an evening exploring curiosity, discovery and the future of scientific breakthroughs.

10/09/2026

šŸŒŽ Meet Afton Mitchell, a College of Science ambassador majoring in Geological Engineering!

Afton loves that geological engineering can be applied to so many different areas and industriesā€”but what has made her experience at the U especially meaningful is the hands-on learning and support she receives from faculty.

Whether itā€™s through mentoring, practical experience or simply stopping by office hours for help, Afton says her professors are always there to support students and help them succeed.

For Afton, Geological Engineering at the U is a place to explore where her interests can take her while learning from faculty who are invested in her success.

10/08/2026

ā›ļø What happens to materials left behind after mining?

Meet Yuan Li, assistant professor in the Department of Mining Engineering at the University of Utah. His research focuses on mine waste management and exploring better ways to manage the materials produced through mining operations.

Through his work, Li is helping advance approaches to one of the mining industryā€™s most important challenges and contributing to a more sustainable future for the field.

10/07/2026

ā›ļø Meet Lola Nielson, a junior in Mining Engineering!

Lolaā€™s interest in mining started close to homeā€”her dad works in the industry and introduced her to the field. When it came time to choose a university, the faculty, staff and close-knit culture of Mining Engineering at the U made the decision an easy one.

This past summer, Lola gained hands-on industry experience working with Ames Construction at Rio Tinto Kennecottā€™s tailings facility. Now, sheā€™s bringing that experience back to campus and is excited to work in the Uā€™s Tailings Lab this semester!

From industry experience to undergraduate research, Lola is discovering where a degree in mining engineering can take her. ā›ļø

ā˜€ļøšŸ§Š Meet Griffie Liedtke, an undergraduate Physics student turning her interest in astroparticle physics into hands-on r...
10/06/2026

ā˜€ļøšŸ§Š Meet Griffie Liedtke, an undergraduate Physics student turning her interest in astroparticle physics into hands-on research!

Through UROP, Griffie is working on a project to develop solar power for the IceCube Neutrino Observatory, giving her the opportunity to contribute to the kind of large-scale astroparticle physics experiment she hopes to pursue in her career.

For Griffie, undergraduate research is a chance to gain experience in the field sheā€™s passionate about while contributing to a global scientific collaboration.

10/06/2026

ā›ļø Meet Constance Sauve, a second-year Ph.D. student in Mining Engineering!

Constance began her journey in geology, driven by a belief that materials and natural resources are fundamental to the way our society functions.

That passion ultimately led her to mining engineering, where sheā€™s working toward a career that allows her to contribute to the responsible development of the resources our communities rely on every day.

For Constance, mining engineering is more than a field of studyā€”itā€™s a way to help shape the systems and resources that support our world.

10/05/2026

ā›ļø Meet Ashtian Phillips, a junior studying Mining Engineering!

For Ashtian, one of the most exciting parts of the program is the number of research and hands-on opportunities available to undergraduate students.

His research focuses on making mineral extraction processes faster and more efficient, including the extraction of valuable metals. Beyond the classroom and lab, Ashtian spent last summer interning with WW Clyde, gaining experience in heavy civil construction.

From undergraduate research to industry experience, Mining Engineering at the U gives students opportunities to explore where their degree can take them.

10/03/2026

ā›ļø Meet Carson Jones, a sophomore in Mining Engineering!

For Carson, one of the best parts of the program is the close-knit community heā€™s found within the department.

From faculty to fellow students, he says thereā€™s a genuine sense that everyone cares about one another, supports each other and wants to see each other succeed.

In Mining Engineering at the U, itā€™s not just about what you learnā€”itā€™s about the community you build along the way. ā¤ļø

šŸ§Ŗ Safety is at the heart of great science.Today, members of the University of Utah community came together for the 2026 ...
10/02/2026

šŸ§Ŗ Safety is at the heart of great science.

Today, members of the University of Utah community came together for the 2026 STEM Safety Dayā€”an annual opportunity to learn, connect and refocus on creating safer workplaces, labs and learning environments across campus.

Throughout the day, participants took part in hands-on trainings, seminars and conversations covering everything from first aid, fire extinguisher use and laser safety to mental health crisis de-escalation and psychological safety.

What began in the College of Scienceā€™s Environmental Health and Safety Office in 2019 has grown into a campus-wide effort to build a stronger culture of safety, preparedness and well-being.

Thank you to everyone who joined usā€”and to our campus partners who helped make this yearā€™s STEM Safety Day possible! šŸ„¼šŸ”¬

10/02/2026

ā›ļø Why Utah? Why mining engineering?

Located in the heart of the Intermountain West, the University of Utah is uniquely positioned to help lead the future of critical minerals development.

Pratt Rogers, chair of Mining Engineering at the U, explains how our location puts students and researchers near world-class mines and regional partnersā€”and within a state that represents the full mining value chain. The Salt Lake Valley is even home to one of only two active copper smelters in the United States.

From critical minerals to the technologies and resources that power our everyday lives, thereā€™s a role for the next generation of mining engineers.

Learn more about Mining Engineering at the U and discover what your role could be. ā›ļø

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