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Interested in Geology?

The Department of Geosciences at Western Michigan University is a growing center for geologic and environmental research, and offers a variety of programs for college students seeking a career in the Earth sciences, as well as adult professionals looking to extend their education in environmental science, resource exploration and recovery, or Earth science teaching.

We offer high quality degree programs at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Our undergraduate programs include a traditional, pre-professional Geology major and a non-professional Earth Sciences major (and Earth Science Minor) for students interested in geology but who don't intend to pursue a career in an Earth science discipline. We also offer specialized major programs in Geochemistry, Geophysics, and Hydrogeology, where students can gain a highly focused and rigorous education in one of these professional disciplines.

In collaboration with the Mallinson Institute for Science Education at WMU, we also offer a major in Earth Science Teaching for prospective K-12 educators.

At the graduate level we offer a Ph.D. program in Geosciences, an M.Sc. in Geosciences and an M.A. in Earth Sciences. Our Ph.D. and M.Sc. programs are intended as professional degrees for students continuing in a geosciences career. Our M.A. program is intended for students who plan careers outside the geosciences but whose work or specialty would benefit from an in-depth education in the geologic sciences.

Advising

Our undergraduate advisor will have advising hours on Tuesday 1:30 - 4:30 pm and Thursday 8:30-11:30 am.

Dr. Michelle Kominz
Office: 1133 Rood Hall
Lab: 1132 Rood Hall
Phone: (269) 387-5340
Email: michelle.kominz@wmich.edu

If you are unsure as to which Geology Program you would like to major or minor in, you may meet with Dr. Hampton for an overview of the programs and to determine which program fits your needs.

Dr. Duane Hampton
Office: 1125 Rood Hall
Phone: (269) 387-5496
Email: duane.hampton@wmich.edu

For any questions having to do with Earth Science Education - undergraduate and graduate level, please contact Dr. Petcovic.

Dr. Heather Petcovic
Office: 1137 Rood Hall
Phone: (269) 387-5488
Email: heather.petcovic@wmich.edu

For graduate advising, please contact Dr. Koretsky

Dr. Carla Koretsky
Office: 1121 Rood Hall
Phone: (269) 387-5337
Email: carla.koretsky@wmich.edu

If you have any questions regarding advising, please come to the main office at 1187 Rood Hall, or call (269) 387-5485.

The Geosciences Department wants to help all students keep track and go through the system as smoothly as possible. The department is committed to helping students graduate in a timely fashion. One of the ways to achieve this goal is for students to meet their advisor at least once per year. Students who postpone meeting with their respective advisor until their final year may face delaying their graduation date. The department wants to make it clear to its students that we, the faculty and staff of Geosciences, are committed to providing them with quality education, as well as valuable and timely advice throughout their journey.

Announcements

Alumni Reunion / Student Award Ceremony pictures

Student Award Ceremony - April 18, 2008

Desk and Derrick Educational Trust Scholarships
Accepting scholarship applications for the 2008-2009 academic year from students in fields related to the petroleum, energy and allied industries. Applications must be received by April 1, 2008.

Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory Intern Program - Summer 2008

*Copper Boulder Pictures*

*Copper Boulder Installation videos - 1 , 2 , 3 , 4 , 5 , 6 , 7 , 8, 9 *

Department of Geosciences
1187 Rood Hall
1903 West Michigan Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
Phone: (269) 387-5485
Fax: (269) 387-5513
mohamed.sultan@wmich.edu

Any questions concerning the website should be directed to: johnson.haas@wmich.edu
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