Club Leadership

President: Nick Ekedahl

I love tunnels and all things underground! My favorite part of mine rescue is the camaraderie and benching the BG4

Vice President: Sylvia Hoyt

Hi, my name is Sylvia and I’m a mining engineer in the class of 2028. I joined mine rescue to grow my emergency medicine skills.

Treasurer: Raymond Tsukada

Hi!! My name is Ray Tsukada. I’m currently the treasurer of the Colorado School of Mines Mine Rescue Team, where I manage our budget, and ensure our team has resources needed for training, competitions, and safety equipment. My favorite part of being on the team has been the sense of purpose and camaraderie between friends and the community. Training alongside friend who are passionate about safety and pushing ourselves to solve tough real-world problems under pressure is the best!! I hope you see you at the meetings!!

Administration: James Verheyden

I’m a PhD student in mechanical engineering at Mines and serve as admin for CSMMRT. I am passionate about mine rescue training and learning about emergency response and safety. In my free time, I enjoy collecting minerals and fossils.

Trainer: Graham Schlosser

I am a third year studying civil engineering with a focus in tunneling and water systems. I enjoy all forms of cycling and the technology and gas detection side of mine rescue.

Team Technical Officer: Joe Wyshel

“Mining, Mining, and more Mining!”

Medical Officer: Callum Steiner

Hello there. I’m Callum Steiner and I’m the chief medic for CSM MRT. I’m an EMT, wilderness first responder, and a senior in mining engineering. I’m from Florida and hope to work in Australian mineral sands after graduation. I joined MRT because I love emergency medicine and quick thinking.