50-Year Graduate Golden Reunion
May 7 - 9, 2026We’re looking forward to celebrating the Class of 1976 for our 50-Year Graduate Golden Reunion!
We’re also excited to finally welcome back the Class of 1970 to celebrate your 50-Year Golden Reunion—long overdue after the COVID cancellation.
Come join us for a fun-filled weekend with fellow alumni and students, faculty and staff at South Dakota Mines.
Reconnect with your classmates before the big weekend! Join Hardrocker Connections to start connecting with fellow members of the Class of 1976 or 1970, share memories, and make plans for the reunion!
Schedule of Events
Thursday, May 7
4 p.m. to 6 p.m. – Reception (The Rushmore Hotel and Suites)
Friday, May 8
8 a.m. – Breakfast (Beck Ballroom – Surbeck Center)
9 a.m. – Department Tours
10 a.m. – Campus Tour
Afternoon – M-Hill (optional, weather permitting)
5 p.m. – Social (The Rushmore Hotel and Suites)
6 p.m. – Dinner (The Rushmore Hotel and Suites)
Saturday, May 9
8 a.m. – President’s Breakfast (TBD)
9 a.m. – Graduation** (TBD)
*More details will be provided by email as we get closer to the event.
**Must register by April 1, 2026 to be included in the printed commencement program.
Register for Reunion
We’re looking forward to celebrating the Class of 1976 and 1970 for our 50-Year Graduate Golden Reunion! Come join us for a fun-filled weekend with fellow alumni and students, faculty and staff at South Dakota Mines.
Hotel Information
The Rushmore Hotel and Suites is offering special rates to guests who mention “SDSM&T 50-Year Graduation”.
Email reservations@therushmorehotel.com or call 605-348-8300 by April 17, 2026 to reserve your spot.
Address
445 Mt. Rushmore Rd
Rapid City, SD 57701
There is an off-street parking lot on its north side. The hotel offers airport shuttle rides for $10.
Room Rate
Single – $89/night
Double – $89/night
Triple – $99/night
Quad – $109/night
