About the Program
Experience a comprehensive field of study that examines the study of places and the relationships between people and their environments. You will explore crucial contemporary issues like climate change, urbanization, globalization and environmental sustainability, while pursuing with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. Our program offers two subplans: Geospatial Analysis and Environmental Studies. Both subplans provide extensive geographical understanding with distinct technological and environmental perspectives.
The Polytechnic Approach
Conduct in-depth geospatial analysis in the Geographic Information System lab or head into local habitats and track human impact through field mapping, systematic sampling and preparing environmental impact reports. With a combination of lectures and hands-on experience, you will receive a robust background in geography for graduate training or careers requiring an understanding of peoples, groups, and their cultural and regional institutions.
Career Outcomes
Program Emphasis
Courses
The Geography program is designed to provide an understanding of humankind’s cultural and physical environments by examining the dynamic systems through which these diverse settings are changed or sustained. Attention is given to the relationships between population use of resources and environmental and social impacts in rural and urban settings. You may choose any of three subplans: Geographical Studies, Environmental Studies, and Geospatial Analysis.
Geography Scholarships
The Wayne Abbott Swenson Scholarship
A $1000 scholarship for full-time students majoring in Geography. Mr. Dave Swenson majored in GEO-ANT (a combined Geography and Anthropology program that was only offered at that time) in the 1990s, with a focus on Geography. After graduation, he began working for ESRI. He maintained strong connections with the department, frequently visiting to speak with students, and began offering annual scholarships. Eventually, he and his wife decided to establish an endowed scholarship for Geography majors in honor of his parents.
Featured Faculty
"My research advances topics in global environmental change science, land change science, sustainability, and economic geography."Gabriel Granco Associate Professor of Geography
Get Involved!
Geography Association
The Geography Association helps to strengthen our community by coordinating volunteer projects, hosting special lectures and presentations for networking opportunities and industry insight, and supporting students attending professional conferences. Our club aims to provide an inclusive and friendly atmosphere where all feel welcome and are excited to join us. To learn more, email the President, Maya Lippman.
