100 Years at 158 cours Fauriel: A Century of History, Innovation, and Sharing
In 2026, Mines Saint-Étienne celebrates a century of presence in its emblematic building at 158 cours Fauriel. For one hundred years, these walls have welcomed generations of students, researchers, and collaborators who have forged the School’s excellence and spirit of innovation.
To mark the launch of this special year, we invite you to an exceptional day, held under the sign of Saint Barbara’s Day, patron saint of miners, in homage to our industrial heritage.
This event is for everyone who has brought this place to life: staff, students, former colleagues, alumni, donors, and partners of the School.
Programme
1:30 PM · Public Welcome
2:00 PM – 4:45 PM · Conferences
- The History of the Building and the Significance of the School’s Presence at 158 cours Fauriel – Rémi Révillon and the Mino association
- The History of the School in Wartime – Rémi Révillon, Hervé Jacquemin, and the Mino association
- The Future of the Engineer – Marco Bertilorenzi
- Panel Discussion: The Role of Mines Saint-Étienne in Regional Development and Industrial Revolutions
5:00 PM – 6:20 PM · Official Centenary Opening Ceremony
In the main courtyard, outdoors: please wear season-appropriate attire.
- Ceremony on the steps, with short speeches
- The 158 Lights Up, with the School’s brass band, in a light show created with LightLab, Centenary partner
- Unveiling of the Wall of Imprints, a symbolic work created with the Mines-Télécom Foundation. It pays tribute to donors and intergenerational transmission, and will evolve annually on Saint Barbara’s Day.
Why Your Presence Matters
This day is yours. Your daily commitment helps perpetuate the legacy of this campus. Your presence will give full meaning to the celebration and open a new chapter, which we will write together.
Have you been part of this adventure?
Former colleague, alumnus, or partner, you are welcome. Share this invitation: it will be an opportunity to reconnect with those who have shaped the campus’s history and rekindle your memories.
Practical Information
- Date: Friday, December 4, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 6:30 PM
- Location: Mines Saint-Étienne campus, 158 cours Fauriel, 42023 Saint-Étienne
- Access: Bus, line 6, “École des Mines” stop
- A question? communication@mines-stetienne.fr
Register
Reserve your spot before November 19, 2026. You will receive your personalized invitation by email on November 24.
One hundred years at 158 cours Fauriel is the story of a place that has evolved while remaining true to its roots: academic excellence, innovation, and community spirit. This day will be an opportunity to celebrate this unique heritage together and turn a new page, that of the future.Jacques Fayolle
Director
