April 30, 2026 U of A appoints Bodnar to lead mining, critical minerals institute Robert J. Bodnar will shape the vision, structure and long-term direction of the university's research initiative in mining, critical minerals and subsurface science and innovation.
June 30, 2025 Alumni couple's $1.5M gift strengthens U of A mining education when it matters most A $1.5 million gift to the Department of Mining and Geological Engineering will increase opportunities for students and spur faculty research.
