Department of Geosciences
Geosciences
- Home
- About Us
- Interested in Geology?
- Undergraduate Programs
- Graduate Programs
- How to Apply
- Courses
- Hydro Field Course
- Geologic Mapping Courses
- Scholarships
- Giving
- Seminar Series & Thesis Defense Schedule
- People
- Alumni
- Advisory Council
- Research
- MGRRE
- Student Organizations
- Student Achievements
- Job Opportunities
- Resources
- Newsletter
- History
- Our Donors
- Contact Us
Welcome to the Geosciences Web site!
News and Events
Michigan Geological Survey
Under a bill signed into law, Western Michigan University, Department of Geosciences, is assuming responsibility for the survey.
This move makes WMU the designated geoscience agency in Michigan, with responsibilities for mapping and assessing the state's geological resources. We are very honored to be chosen.
More information.Newsletter
We are pleased to share the latest issue of the newsletter
where we have compiled information on what has been happening in the department as well as provide updates on many of our successful former students.
-
Internship
AGI seeks outstanding geoscience students (undergraduate or masters) with a strong interest in federal science policy for a semester or summer internship. Interns will gain a first-hand understanding of the legislative process and the operation of executive branch agencies. They will also hone both their writing and Web publishing skills.
2012 Scholarships and Awards (Banquet is Friday, April 20, 2012)
- Advisory Council Field Camp Scholarship
- Douglas Daniels Endowed Scholarship and Award
- Envirologic Technologies Scholarship
- Ford Diversity Fellowships Program
- Lauren D. Hughes Environmental Scholarship
- NRC Research Associateship Programs
- NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program
- Richard Laton Field Camp Scholarship
- Schmaltz Research Fund Award
- Schmaltz Undergraduate Scholarship
- W. David Kuenzi Research Fund
- William and Linda Harrison Graduate Scholarship for MGRRE
- USGS Mendenhall Research Fellowship