The Geosphere
Our geology and geophysics faculty study a range of Earth system processes to understand our dynamic planet using advanced analytical facilities, modeling, field work and more.
Oceanography
Our oceanography program, among the best in the world, spans physical oceanography, paleooceanography, nearshore science, elemental cycles and food webs.
John Lowry
My research interests have varied over my career and continue to evolve. In the early 2000s much of what I did focused on land cover mapping in the SW United States and the role of urban vegetation in the built environment (PhD dissertation). In Fiji I was involved in a number of projects--mostly working with students--that included measuring the ecological footprint of informal settlement dwellers, the effectiveness of evacuation centers for disaster response, and the
Water Conflict Management and Transformation (Certificate)
No natural resource is more precious than water. In this interdisciplinary program, you will be given the required resources and skills to address the water demands and challenges of the 21st century.
Oceanography
Dive into oceanography! This option offers opportunities to study all aspects of the marine environment and how it interacts with and influences our planet and society.
Degree: B.S.
Ocean, Earth, and Atmospheric Sciences
First, learn about the Earth system as a whole, then pursue research in a concentration area: geophysics, atmospheric sciences or oceanography.
Degrees: M.S., Ph.D.
Marine Resource Management
This unique interdisciplinary master’s program links science, social science, and policy to foster learning about the conservation and use of marine resources.
Degree: M.S.
Geology
Our planet is the geologist's laboratory. Come study the process of rock formation, climate evolution and change, mountain building and mineral resource creation over the Earth's 4.6-billion-year history.
Degree: B.S.
Geology
Climb glaciers, use cutting-edge research instruments, describe processes taking place deep inside the Earth using the power of mathematics. Our geology program encompasses petrology, plate tectonics, mineralogy, geomorphology and more.
Degrees: M.S., Ph.D.
Geography and Geospatial Science
Geography goes far beyond maps: Geographers collect, analyze, and display spatial information to explore social and environmental questions. (Offered online or on campus)
Degree: B.S.