09/15/2026
Every semester, Colorado School of Mines offers su***de prevention trainings to our community members in order to build a support network for those who may be struggling. At our QPR trainings, attendees learn to recognize the warning signs of su***de, offer hope, and connect someone to appropriate help.
September is Su***de Prevention Awareness Month, so please consider attending a training this fall. More information can be found at https://everyoredigger.mines.edu/trainings, and registrations are through OreConnect.
A 2-hour QPR training covers:
- Statistics about su***de
- Factors that may impact su***de rates
- Myths and facts
- Warning signs
- How to question someone about su***de
- How to persuade them to live and seek help
- How to refer them to appropriate resources
- Details about Mines and local resources such as 988 Colorado Mental Health Line
- Practice scenarios
Facilitators are trained to be able to support anyone who needs help during the training. A su***de prevention training is not recommended for those who have recent lived experience due to the sensitivity of the topic.
Training options for students are on Tuesday, September 29, Monday, October 5, and Monday, October 19. Trainings options for faculty and staff are on Tuesday, October 13 and Friday, October 16. Anyone may attend the training on Wednesday, December 2.
For those who have recently attended a training and want a review, please attend our refresher on Monday, October 19.
Meals are provided at all trainings!
More information can be found at https://everyoredigger.mines.edu/trainings, and registrations are through OreConnect.
