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About SME Pittsburgh Section

The Pittsburgh Section is a legally constituted unit of the Society for Mining, Metallurgy, and Exploration, Inc., an international, nonprofit association of over 15,000 professionals working in the mineral industries. SME members have the technical expertise acquired through training and experience and the innovative ability to enhance their industry.

The jurisdiction of the SME Pittsburgh Section covers 78 counties, which includes 41 Counties in western Pennsylvania, 33 Counties in eastern Ohio and 4 Counties in northern West Virginia. Pittsburgh section is split into two subsections, Appalachian Plateau and the Central Pennsylvania.

Special focus areas for the Pittsburgh Section are:

  • Educating the public on the importance of mining and minerals.
  • Creating technical programs for educational growth and professional enhancement.
  • Coordinating social activities to provide a platform for networking and entertainment with peers.

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Want to Learn More about Mining?

Click on the links below to view more information about our outreach programs.

Boy Scouts of America
Minerals Education Coalition
Kids Like Rocks
Pittsburgh Regional Science & Engineering Fair
Mine Rescue
 

 

Student Chapters

Click on the links below to view more information about these SME Pittsburgh Section Student Chapters.

Pennsylvania State University
West Virginia University
 
 
 
Interested in creating your own SME Student Chapter? 
Click here to learn how!

Pittsburgh Events


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Congratulations to our 2025
25 and 50 Year SME Members!
50 Year Members:
Paul D. Anderson
Todd M. Coleman
Robert A. Haney
Mark E. Schroeder

25 Year Members:
Gabriel S.Esterhuizen
Jaisen N. Kohmuench
Eric R. Wolfe

Awards

Know someone in the mining industry that deserves an award?

Visit our Awards page and nominate them today!

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