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Geography: Geography interprets and explains the occurence, distributions and interactions of natural and cultural features on the earth. Thus it is both a natural and social science. It examines people and the environment they occupy, and concentrates on two essential questions: where are things located, and why are they located where they are? The program in Geography and Earth Sciences offers a number of courses leading to a major in the field of geography. A minor in Geography and a concentration in Environmental Studies are available to interested students.
Gamma Theta Upsilon, the international honor society in geography, is available to distinguished students. Prospective members must have completed at least three courses in Geography/Earth Science with a B average in those Geography/Earth Science courses, and shall have completed at least three semesters of college courses. There is no requirement that the prospective member be a major or minor in Geography/Earth Science.
Physics: A physics minor is very useful in many technical fields, since the study of physics develops an understanding of basic principles, mathematical modeling, and practical applications. Specific areas where a physics background is useful include imaging techniques in medicine and biology, analytical instrumentation in chemistry, remote-sensing techniques in the geosciences, and the development of realistic physical models in computer science and mathematics.
Curriculum & Courses
Natural Sciences: The study of natural science affords an opportunity to discover scientific fundamentals as part of a general education. Students can obtain preparation for science teaching, for employment opportunities in other areas where they will benefit from a broad scientific background, and for graduate study.
Curriculum & Courses
Chairperson:
Patricia A. Benjamin, Ph.D.
Location: Ghosh Center for Science & Technology(Room 410)
Phone: 508-929-8583