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About Mines

Colorado School of Mines is a public R1 research university focused on applied science and engineering, producing the talent, knowledge and solutions to serve industry and benefit society – all to create a more prosperous future.
About Mines Overview
Academics

For more than 150 years, Mines has engineered a world of possibilities through world-class academics and hands-on learning that help you build real skills and set you up for career success.
Academics Overview
Research

As an R1 research university, Mines brings faculty, students and global partners together to engineer solutions that address the world's biggest scientific challenges and shape the future on Earth and beyond.
Research Overview
Student Experience

From orientation to graduation, the Mines student experience is built on connection, challenge and support, helping you feel at home, find your people and thrive personally and academically.
Student Experience Overview
Admission & Aid

At Mines, we work together to make sure a premier engineering education is within reach through personalized support and resources to help you join the Oredigger family and achieve all your academic dreams.
Admissions and Aid Overview

Faculty Directory

Becky Lafrancois

Teaching Professor, Economics & Business
Director of Undergraduate Programs

blafranc@mines.edu 303-384-2191

Areas of Specialization

Foundations

Transforming Engineering Education & STEM Workforce