Society for Mining, Metallurgy, & Exploration (SME)

06/23/2026

Understanding sampling fundamentals can have a direct impact on operational performance and cost.

This upcoming course held at the SME Headquarters in Englewood, CO, explores the essentials of the Theory of Sampling (ToS) and how those principles apply to on‑stream analyzers and process control. You’ll gain practical insight into common challenges, implementation considerations, and best practices that support more reliable sampling in plant operations.

Register and learn more:
https://tinyurl.com/3422w278

06/23/2026

Every mining professional has a story about how they entered the industry, why they stay, and why they choose to be part of SME. Listen to the Why I SME series highlighting these personal journeys, showcasing the passion and purpose that drive professionals across the mining and minerals sector.

Get inspired and see why our community matters: media.smenet.org

06/22/2026

Looking to strengthen your expertise this fall?

McGill University is offering a series of short courses designed to help mining professionals deepen their understanding of industry economics, mine planning, and resource evaluation.

Courses include:
• Mining Industry Economics and Enterprise Management for Sustainable Returns
• Strategic Mine Planning with Digital Technologies and Risk Management
• Geostatistical Evaluation of Mineral Resources and Uncertainty

Explore these upcoming opportunities to build knowledge you can apply across operations, planning, and decision-making: https://tinyurl.com/3422w278

06/20/2026

June is Safety Month, a time to refocus on what keeps operations and teams running safely. Simple actions, like sharing lessons learned and keeping safety top of mind, play an important role in day‑to‑day operations.
Explore SME’s safety resources: smenet.org/Professional-Development/Safety-is-Key

Check out SME safety shares from members and mining industry professionals with first hand experience.

06/19/2026

The latest headlines shaping mining highlight a clear theme: supply chain resilience and strategic investment in critical minerals. This week’s highlights:

G7 launches new coordination efforts to strengthen supply chains
Newmont names new CFO, COO, and CTO to guide next phase of growth
U.S. supports rare earth processing expansion with $725M commitment

Explore the full Weekly Rundown: https://tinyurl.com/m5wbma85

06/18/2026

Join the industry at the 45th Ground Control Conference to participate in a forum designed to promote communication in ground control research among consultants, regulators, manufacturers, and mine operators to expedite solutions to ground control problems in mining. Register before June 18, 2026 for the best conference rates: www.groundcontrolmining.com

06/17/2026

As a global collection of mining-based research, OneMine.org is a collaborative effort among multiple societies to gather the world's leading technical information about mining, minerals, and underground construction.

This comprehensive database includes:
✅ Technical Documents
✅ Conference papers
✅ Articles
✅ Preprints
✅ Presentations

Find what you need: www.OneMine.org

06/16/2026

Newmont Corporation announced leadership appointments that further shape its go-forward Executive Leadership Team under President and Chief Executive Officer Natascha Viljoen and reflect the depth of leadership talent within the company. Read more online: https://tinyurl.com/zywpxceh

06/14/2026

Recognizing the women shaping the mining industry today—and the future ahead.

The International Day of Women in Mining celebrates the contributions, leadership, and perspectives women bring across the industry, while highlighting the importance of continued progress toward a more inclusive workforce.

From mine sites to boardrooms, laboratories to classrooms, those contributions are helping drive innovation and strengthen the global mining community.

Learn more: internationalwim.org/idwim/