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High School 2 Hardrocker - Sioux Falls

Event Date(s) / Time: Tuesday, June 3, 2025 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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Join us for a High School to Hardrocker Welcome Event for soon-to-be South Dakota Mines students! 


Date: Tuesday, June 3, 2025 
Time: 6 - 7:30 p.m. 
Location: Raven (205 E 6th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57104)
Alumni Social following: Remedy Brewing Company


Meet incoming Mines freshmen and families. Share your advice for having a successful freshman year. Get your company’s name in front of the next generation of Mines graduates. 


Mingle with fellow alumni at Remedy Brewing Company afterward! 


Register here: https://cara.sdsmt.edu/events/2025-high-school-2-hardrocker---sioux-falls


Location: Raven
205 E 6th St
Sioux Falls, SD 57104
Contact: Shelli.Grinager@sdsmt.edu
Created by: Jo Dwyer


Wednesday, April 23, 2025 10:05:07 AM

Denver Happy Hour @ Mortenson

Event Date(s) / Time: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Join fellow alumni and friends for an engaging happy hour at the impressive Mortenson Company in Denver, 
hosted by Lukasz Dubaj (CE '11). 

•Reconnect: Catch up with classmates and reminisce about old times.
•Network: Expand your professional circle and connect with industry peers.
•Enjoy: Indulge in complimentary appetizers and an open bar on Mortenson's beautiful patio.


Mark your calendars for Tuesday, May 20, from 5 - 7 p.m. This is a prime opportunity to forge new connections and strengthen our alumni community, with refreshments thoughtfully provided by Director of Alumni Relations Shelli Grinager.
We look forward to a fantastic evening with you!


Register here: https://cara.sdsmt.edu/events/2025-denver-happy-hour--mortenson


Location: Mortenson Company
1621 18th St Suite 400
Denver, CO 80202
Contact: Shelli.Grinager@sdsmt.edu
Created by: Jo Dwyer


Wednesday, April 23, 2025 8:02:37 AM

Parent Social


Event Date(s) / Time: Thursday, August 21, 2025 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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Join us for a Parent Social on Thursday, August 21 from 3:30 - 5 p.m. Stop by for light refreshments and an open bar (for parents) while you connect with fellow parents and have the opportunity to meet with university personnel. We look forward to seeing you there!

Register here: https://cara.sdsmt.edu/events/2025-parent-social


Location: Pearson Alumni Center March Ballroom 330 East Kansas City St Rapid City, SD 57701
Fees: Free!
Contact: deanofstudents@sdsmt.edu
Updated by: Jo Dwyer


Tuesday, April 22, 2025 1:12:00 PM

Art + Engineering in the Makerspace

Event Date(s) / Time: Wednesday, May 7, 2025 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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Explore the fascinating intersection of creativity and technology at our upcoming event in the Library Makerspace at South Dakota Mines. Witness firsthand how art and engineering come together in captivating displays of pottery, intricate glasswork, and other innovative projects. Enjoy complimentary appetizers and drinks while connecting with fellow enthusiasts. This event is open to the community, current campus members, and alumni. We look forward to seeing you there!


Register here: https://cara.sdsmt.edu/events/2025-art--engineering-in-the-makerspace


Location: Devereaux Library (3rd floor)
Fees: Free!
Contact: Shelli.Grinager@sdsmt.edu
Created by: Jo Dwyer


Tuesday, April 15, 2025 12:29:24 PM

2025 International Student Grad Reception

Event Date(s) / Time: Thursday, May 8, 2025 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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International graduates, celebrate all of your accomplishments and time here at South Dakota Mines! Invite family, friends, friendship families, professors, and whoever impacted you while here at school.


Registration link: https://cara.sdsmt.edu/events/international-student-grad-reception


Location: Pearson Alumni Center
March Ballroom
Contact: Shelli.Grinager@sdsmt.edu
Created by: Jo Dwyer


Tuesday, April 15, 2025 9:32:26 AM

New Alumni Welcome Mixer

Event Date(s) / Time: Thursday, May 1, 2025 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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We're excited to invite you to our New Alumni Welcome Mixer!
When: Thursday, May 1, 5:30 - 7:00 PM Where: Robbinsdale Lounge
What to expect:
•Delicious taco bar
•Exciting prizes, including a Las Vegas getaway!
•A chance to reconnect with classmates and network with alumni
Don't miss this opportunity to celebrate your upcoming graduation and connect with fellow alumni.


Registration link: https://cara.sdsmt.edu/events/2025-new-alumni-welcome-mixer


Location: Robbinsdale Lounge
803 E Saint Patrick St
Rapid City, SD 57701
Contact: Shelli.Grinager@sdsmt.edu
Created by: Jo Dwyer


Tuesday, April 1, 2025 3:19:21 PM

New Heights Final Phase Celebration

Event Date(s) / Time: Friday, April 25, 2025 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Join us as we celebrate launching the final phase of South Dakota Mines' $100 million comprehensive capital campaign, New Heights. We will have a social hour, along with a short program. Heavy hors d'oeuvres will be served.


Register here: https://cara.sdsmt.edu/events/new-heights-celebration


Created by: Amanda R. Rombough


Monday, March 3, 2025 2:19:10 PM

Nucor Mineral Industries Ribbon Cutting

Event Date(s) / Time: Friday, April 25, 2025 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Construction is complete and classes are taking place in the Nucor Mineral Industries building, so join us as we host a ribbon cutting, celebrating the opening of this state of the art facility. Tours of the building will be available after a short program. Join us afterwards for a celebration of the New Heights Final Phase Launch.


Register here: https://cara.sdsmt.edu/events/new-heights-celebration


Created by: Amanda R. Rombough


Monday, March 3, 2025 2:11:49 PM

Thursdays @ Thirsty's

Event Date(s) / Time: Thursday, May 8, 2025 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Join us for our monthly alumni lunch in Rapid City! All alumni and their guests are welcome. 
Second Thursday of every month from 11:30 AM - 1 PM at Thirsty's. Food & drinks are available for purchase. 
No RSVP necessary. See you there!!


Location: Thirsty's
819 Main St
Rapid City, SD 57701
Fees: Individual Tickets
Contact: Shelli.Grinager@sdsmt.edu
Created by: Jo Dwyer


Friday, February 14, 2025 4:29:16 PM

Mines Advancement Fund

Together, our donations create a brighter future for Hardrockers.

Gifts to the Mines Advancement Fund allow us to increase the number of scholarships, add new equipment and technology to labs, expand and renovate our facilities, and more. Your support makes a difference to Hardrocker students now and in the future.

Consider designating your gift to the Mines Advancement Fund to maximize your impact at South Dakota Mines.