Department of Geography
Geography is an academic discipline that combines the study of people, places, the environment and history. Geographers analyze the way the world looks today, and they try to understand the events that led to present conditions in particular places. They are also interested in the ways that places and environments in the world are connected.
You might enjoy studying Geography if you like any of the following:
- Are curious about other places
- Are interested in learning more about the world and the environment
- Like to be outdoors
- Like to interact with people
- Like to travel
- Enjoy taking pictures
- Working with computers
About Geography Department
The Geography Department employs 7 full-time professors with doctorate degrees in geography from some of the top graduate programs in the United States. Faculty are committed to creating a positive environment for student learning, and our small class sizes present many opportunities for faculty to get to know students. For more information about faculty, choose the link on the left, and click on a faculty member's name.