Geology, B.S.
Geoscientists study and assess global and local earth systems and contribute to prediction of future trends. They solve environmental issues, locate water, mineral and energy resources, and predict and help mitigate natural hazards and disasters.
Source: EMSI, 2021
Program Overview
The curriculum develops the whole student through rigorous, project-based activities that include field, laboratory, classroom, and research experiences to best prepare students for a broad range of geoscience-related career opportunities. The program offers a Bachelor of Science in geology with either an environmental emphasis or a traditional geology degree, as well as a geology minor.
Why Study Geology at Grand Valley?
- Students are immersed in a community of accomplished faculty
members and engaged students, complemented by invaluable learning
experiences outside the classroom.
- Students often conduct field studies and educational research
where they can apply their earth science knowledge in real-world situations.
- Individually mentored educational, curriculum, or geologic
research opportunities are available to undergraduate students.
- Students routinely attend and/or present their work at national,
state, or regional professional meetings.
- Student-run clubs meet regularly and organize events, including
speakers and field experiences that build networking, industry
knowledge, and real-world experiences.
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