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Geological Sciences
What You'll Study
The purpose of the undergraduate program in Geological Sciences is to provide students with (1) a broad background in the fundamentals of the Earth sciences and (2) the quantitative, analytical, and communications skills necessary to conduct research and think critically about questions involving the Earth. The major provides excellent preparation for graduate school and careers in geological and environmental consulting, land use and planning, law, teaching, and other professions in which an understanding of the Earth and a background in science are important.
Degrees Offered:
BS
Minor
Honors
Coterm
Featured Alumni
VP, Staff Geophysicist, Degolyer & MacNaughton
Class of '78
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Class of '17
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Comparative Studies in Race and Ethnicity
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