Frequently Asked Questions

Colorado School of Mines Campus Safety

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I leave my vehicle on campus while I go out of town?

If your vehicle is left unattended for more than a few days, it may likely be considered abandoned and is subject to being towed. Stop in at parking services and let them know your needs.

Can I do maintenance work on my vehicle while on campus?

No. All vehicles left on campus are required to be in proper running condition. If your vehicle breaks down, you should have it moved as quickly as possible.

Where is the closest place to Mines to get a Colorado driver’s license?

16950 W. Colfax Ave., Ste 104
Golden, CO 80401  

Hours: M-F, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.  Phone: (720) 497-1182

Where can I park my recreational vehicle?

Recreational vehicles may not be parked on campus at any time. You must make other off-campus arrangements.

Can I skateboard on campus?

Read about Mines’ skateboard on campus policy.

May I bring my dog to campus?

City ordinances and campus policy do not allow for pets or other animals to be tied up and left unattended in a public area. Pets must be on a leash and may not be brought inside any campus buildings.

Learn more about our Animals on Campus policy.

Can I bring a firearm to campus?

Firearms are not allowed on campus except for on-duty law enforcement officers.

The Mines Firearms Policy is being updated. See the Mines firearms policy for more information.

Will Public Safety open a room or building for me?

Buildings are unlocked and locked on a scheduled basis. Emergency access is granted on a case-by-case basis. Please call Public Safety at 303-273-3333. Read more about after-hours and weekend access information.

See the Building Access policy for more information.


For all other Mines Police questions, email Greg Bohlen.

Contact Us:

Main line: 303-273-3333
After hours: Select option 1 or call City of Golden Police at 303-384-8045 
Life threatening emergencies: Dial 911
Fax: 303-384-2214

Administrative Office Hours:

1400 Maple Street
Golden, CO 80401

Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – noon and 1 – 4 p.m.

Our Team:

Chief/Director: Dustin Olson; dolson1@mines.edu 

Commander: Dave Cillessen; dcilless@mines.edu  

Sergeant: Patrick Bahl; pbahl@mines.edu 

Detective Corporal: Bryann Lynch; brylynch@mines.edu 

Office Manager: Candy Olivarri; colivarri@mines.edu