STEPS

STEPS

Students Emerging as Professionals

The nine characteristics listed above will be highlighted in programs and activities throughout the year!

Take time to attend programs that can help you further develop your professional skills.

This links to the student assessment. We recommend that you take the assessment twice a year in order to track your growth in the 9 STEPS characteristics.

Student Resources

Once the assessment is completed, this links to great resources to help you strengthen your weaker areas, as determined by the STEPS Student Assessment.

Calendar

This links to a calendar which lists all events and activities that pertain to STEPS. You can also view the activities based on the STEPS characteristic you would like to work on.

Faculty/Staff Resources

Links to useful links for faculty and staff.

What is STEPS?

Our vision is that every School of Mines graduate will be recognized as a professional when entering the workforce.

Business and industry seeks graduates who have technical competence and professional skills – leadership, teaming, integrity, motivation, and more.

Some School of Mines students have participated in various professional development opportunities such as CAMP teams, leadership training, and societies. STEPS takes our efforts to the next level, allowing all of our students to make the choice to succeed, both personally and professionally.

Top Reasons to be a part of STEPS

STEPS develops professional characteristics for students.
Employers have identified specific characteristics they seek in graduates they hire.
Opportunities are available both in and outside of the classroom.
STEPS offers opportunities to develop these characteristics more fully.
STEPS is designed to utilize new and current programs that enhance professional characteristics.
You will gain a competitive edge in the hiring process and your career advancement.

Student Affairs Statement of Purpose:

Members of the division will engage students in the Students Emerging as Professionals (STEPS) development of life skills through nurturing the growth of the intellect, character, and spirit in preparation for life-long success in a safe and healthy environment.

What do students have to say about STEPS?

"Personal improvement is important" (Jeremy Simon, current student)

"The STEPS program not only makes the students aware of the important factors leading to them being more professional in their respective industries, but it provides a way in which they can focus and improve on weaknesses that they may have in these areas while still in school before their jobs and futures (and finances!) are directly affected by the results." (Brandon Fredrickson, alumn)

Contact: SDSM&T VP Student Affairs & Dean of Students