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Meet Joe Miner

Joe Miner is S&T’s behaviorally smart AI texting tool, designed to support your success at S&T! Joe Miner answers your S&T questions, points you to resources, and listens to your perspective to help shape your S&T experience. 

Joe Miner will text new, undergraduate students during the first week of classes to introduce himself and welcome them to campus. Joe Miner checks in weekly and connects you to human help when you need it. Save Joe Miner's number in your contacts so you can reach out anytime you have a question or need help finding a resource.

Frequently Asked Questions

You can text Joe Miner any time at 833-322-4451 to ask a question - we recommend saving Joe Miner to your contacts!

  • How can I get help with classes?
  • How can I get help with stress?
  • Where can I get career resources?
  • What mental health resources does the institution offer?
  • Where can I find information on clubs and organizations?
  • Where can I find information on graduation?
  • What resources are available to help with sense of belonging?
  • Academics (Advisors, Registration, Academic Programs)
  • Student Life and Involvement Activities (Clubs, Organizations, Events)
  • Financial Aid (FAFSA, Student Employment, Types of Aid, Payment Plans)
  • Mental Health, Physical Health and Overall Wellbeing (Counseling, Health Services, Campus Recreation)
  • Much more!

When you text Joe Miner:

1. To ask a question: Joe Miner will provide an answer and connect you with relevant campus resources based on your question and responses.

2. To respond to a check-in text: Joe Miner will help connect you with campus resources that fit your needs. If you indicate that you need additional support, a member of the S&T team may follow up with you to provide further assistance.
  • A hello message from Joe Miner the first week of classes
  • Weekly check-in messages to see how you're doing in a variety of areas - academics, wellness, financially and socially
  • How Joe Miner will connect you to resources when you need help
  • Reminders about deadlines and important events
  • Some fun messages and games every once in a while!

Reply STOP at any time to opt out of receiving messages. 

Reply to Joe Miner's number (833-322-4451) with the word START or HELLO, and you'll begin receiving messages again. 

Data privacy and security

Your privacy is important. Joe Miner follows FERPA guidelines and strict data security standards.

Joe Miner is a closed system that protects student data and does not train outside AI models.

All Missouri S&T students are automatically enrolled to receive campus updates, resources, and student success check-ins.