Six cutting-edge departments. Infinite opportunity.

The Mackay School of Earth Sciences and Engineering enjoys a long and proud history at the University of Nevada, Reno which continues to shape the School's success today. Learn how your unique interests in science and engineering align with our degree programs and the lucrative careers in high demand in Nevada and around the world.

Learn more about the Mackay School

Recent news from the Mackay School

An aerial shot of the Truckee River east of Reno.

The Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology nears its centennial year

Outgoing director Jim Faulds shares some of the bureau’s impressive accomplishments

A black and white photograph with handwriting at the bottom reading, "Clarence Mackay" and "Prof. Young." The image includes a mustachioed Clarence Mackay under a tent with professors in graduation regalia in front of an audience. The audience is all wearing hats. The stage is set up out front of the Mackay School of Mines building.

Nevada’s mining industry and the University of Nevada, Reno maintain close connections

Mining success in the state has long supported the University with funding

A framed photo of Steven Roberts on top of a bookshelf with mining equipment around it and a map behind it.

CREG aims to fill gaps in mining needs

The Center for Research in Economic Geology has helped unearth Nevada’s mineral riches

View all Mackay news