CHAIR'S MESSAGE

 

The aim of the Department of Geography is to help students develop the analytical and methodological skills necessary to understand the earth's environment. It supports the educational needs of students seeking to develop skills in general and applied geography and other earth sciences, and it promotes the creation and application of new knowledge. More specifically, it supports the educational needs of students seeking to develop skills in applied geography and/or other earth sciences that are useful in achieving entry into, or mid-career advancement in, occupations requiring these skills; meets the educational needs of students seeking an education in general geography and/or other earth sciences in preparation of pre-college or community college teaching, graduate work, or as a general background for current or planned occupations; encourages and promotes faculty research and publication in applied and general geography and other earth sciences; and provides continuing programs of research training for undergraduate, graduate, and non-traditional students in applied and general geography and other earth sciences. Students may obtain an undergraduate major in geography in three areas of concentration: general geography, earth science, and cartography.

-- Albert P. Barnett, Chairperson