Geological and Environmental Sciences Department
Why should you become a Chico State Geology or Environmental Science student?
Fall Course Highlights
GEOS 165 Environment I: Principles and PracticesWhat types of work do Environmental Scientists perform? What problems do they work on? Students develop an understanding of the interdisciplinary field of environmental science, and learn from working professionals. No prerequisites.
GEOS 101/102 General/Physical Geology
Why are there earthquakes in California? How and when was the Grand Canyon formed? Both courses provide an introduction to the field of geology: the study of the Earth, its properties, and processes that affect world around us.
Programs
- Applied Ecology
- Atmospheric Science
- Environmental Chemistry
- Earth Resources Science
- Hydrologic Science
Features
Wildcat Welcome, August 19th!
UPDATE: Room change! Come meet fellow Geological and Environmental Studies students, staff and faculty! Take a quick tour of the programs offered and meet current advisors! The AGES club members will be present as well! See you there!
Student Profile - Andrew Harp
Senior geology major, Andrew Harp, presented his current research on the Nomlaki Tuff at the Geological Society of America conference.
Financial Aid and Grant Information
ACG Grant Available to 1st and 2nd year students pursuing any major.You must have a GPA of 3.0 or better and be receiving financial aid.