Meet Nick
Graduate Recruiter
Nick Fernandez
Nick is the contact for international students applying to graduate programs.
Nick is deeply passionate for science and science education.
Nick received both his bachelor’s and master’s Degree in STEM Education and taught high school physics courses for more than five years, in both Kentucky and Colorado.
As one of three boys to Colombian immigrants, representation has always been a motivation to succeed and lift others, especially in the field of education. He believes in promoting cultural inclusivity and equitable access for all levels of education and is excited to continue advocating for students, supporting them in all their post-secondary endeavors.
Totally True Tidbits
Spilled water on a customer when James Rodriguez scored that volley against Uruguay in the 2014 World Cup.
Loves to cook but insists that using measuring cups takes away from “the way your Tia showed you growing up.”
Made a half court shot during a high school pep rally one time and used it to justify never playing one-on-one games with his students.
One time got a hotel room upgrade because the bathroom flooded and ruined a favorite pair of socks.
Surprising Skills
- Taking Public Transportation 84%
- Willing To Go On A Coffee Run 99%
- Calling Either ‘Heads’ or ‘Tails’ When Flipping A Coin 50%
- Knowing Last Night’s Boxscore For Nikola Jokic 39%
Mines Resource Recommendation
Nick Recommends: Graduate Student Government
Nick Outside Of The Office
The graduate recruitment team are real people just like you.
Contact Nick
Mines graduate recruiters are here to assist you from start to finish.
To contact a graduate recruiter, email grad-admissions@mines.edu and your email will be routed to the correct individual.
IN PERSON
Starzer Welcome Center
1812 Illinois St.
Golden, CO 80401