The Sustainable Mineral Resources minor highlights the interconnected issues surrounding the production and use of non-renewable mineral resources and is open to students from any major or discipline. Students enrolled in the minor also have an opportunity to earn a $2,000 scholarship. Learn more here!

Hervé Rezeau, a joint faculty member at the University of Arizona School of Mining & Mineral Resources, brings a dynamic perspective to the study of economic geology. With a passion for uncovering the processes behind mineral deposit formation and a commitment to preparing the next generation of geoscientists, Dr. Rezeau is poised to make a significant impact on both research and education.

The mining and mineral resources industry is diverse, offering career opportunities across multiple disciplines. Here are 20 degrees at the University of Arizona that align with mining, highlighting their relation to the field, career outlook, salary, and student characteristics.

The Sustainable Mining Innovation and Lifestyle Enhancement Regional Innovation Engine (SMILE) project aims to transform SoAZ communities into hubs of technical mining innovation. The U of A is one of only 71 entities nationwide invited to submit a full proposal.

Why does mining education matter in Arizona? Misael Cabrera, Director of the University of Arizona School of Mining & Mineral Resources, makes a powerful case in his Arizona Daily Star op-ed. Discover how investing in mining education can shape a sustainable future, boost our economy, and support Arizona's workforce.

A $2.5 million grant from the Freeport-McMoRan Foundation will support the University of Arizona in developing K-12 programs that educate teachers and students about responsible mining and inspire students to pursue education and careers in the mining industry.

The University of Arizona School of Mining & Mineral Resources is pleased to announce that Mining & Geological Engineering professor Dr. Isabel Barton is part of a cross-disciplinary team awarded funding through the inaugural Scialog: Sustainable Minerals, Metals, and Materials initiative.

In this Q&A, Associate Professor in Mining and Geological Engineering Professor Dr. Jinhong Zhang shares his insights into sustainable solutions for mining, his passion for uncovering scientific truths. Dr. Zhang emphasizes the role of mineral processing and surface chemistry in addressing global challenges and offers students a roadmap to thrive in this dynamic field.

‘Copper will continue to thrive,’ says the mining industry veteran, speaker for the University of Arizona W.C. Lacy Distinguished Lecture Series. Learn more about new technologies within the industry here!

In this Q&A, Dr. Paul Melendez, University Distinguished Outreach Professor, Founder, Center for Leadership Ethics, a pioneer in leadership ethics and innovation, shares insights into what drew them to the School, the role of ethical leadership in the mining industry, and how their work aligns with the School's mission to address global challenges like climate change and resource sustainability.