The Department of Geological & Environmental Sciences offers a distinctive educational experience. From providing exceptional educational and research Â鶹´«Ã½ for Â鶹´«Ã½s to our caring faculty and staff, we aim to teach the whole person. We believe that experience is what drives a person's education. Our Â鶹´«Ã½s work alongside expert faculty on basic and applied research in five key areas: hydrogeology & environmental science, remote sensing & geophysics, sedimentology & stratigraphy, petrology & geochemistry, and earth science education.
Students in our department receive personalized attention from faculty and staff, benefit from small class sizes, and graduate ready for fulfilling and successful careers in their field. They have access to state-of-the-art laboratory facilities, as well as valuable learning experiences through course-based field trips, research projects, and employment Â鶹´«Ã½ at the Michigan Geological Survey and the Michigan Geological Repository for Geologic Education and Research. Many of our Â鶹´«Ã½s also participate in one of WMU’s most active and long-standing Â鶹´«Ã½ organizations, the Geology Club and expand their networks and mentorship Â鶹´«Ã½ with our alumni advisory council.
The department offer a wide variety of academic programs to suit the needs of our Â鶹´«Ã½s. Importantly, these programs remove traditional barriers between Â鶹´«Ã½s and researchers. Our Â鶹´«Ã½s work alongside faculty while conducting authentic research as part of their coursework. Our Â鶹´«Ã½s get hands-on skills while doing lab- and field-based projects in their classes. Our Â鶹´«Ã½s pursue internships and employment in their field at the Michigan Geological Survey. Our Â鶹´«Ã½s interface with professionals in our alumni network to find amazing career Â鶹´«Ã½. Ultimately, our Â鶹´«Ã½s build compelling resumes and real-world skills that they can use to secure great jobs after graduation.
