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Department of Geospatial and Earth Sciences

Why Study Geospatial and Earth Sciences?

The Department of Geospatial and Earth Sciences helps us understand our planet, from its people and systems to natural processes. It blends geology, fieldwork and geospatial technology allowing our students to gain experience from Appalachian field studies to GIS, mapping and data analysis preparing them to step into careers in environmental management, resource exploration, government, geospatial analysis and other mission-driven fields.
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Our Majors

 

Our students learn, lead and do more!

Student engagement is a top priority in our department! 

  • 100%

    of our students have hands-on learning experiences through lab and field work, research and study abroad

  • Conduct Real Research

    Research happens in dedicated labs with faculty who care, from the Virtual Reality Lab and GIS Center to Uncrewed Aerial Systems to tree ring, rock saw analysis and the Museum of Earth Sciences

  • Connect through clubs and organizations

    Explore your interests: Green Team Environmental Club, Geological Society of Radford University, Association of Engineering Geologists, Sigma Gamma Epsilon – National Honor Society for the Earth Sciences, Gamma Theta Upsilon – International Geographical Honors Society

Scholarships

Robert C. and Brenda Lark Whisonant Scholarship

Dr. and Mrs. Whisonant have been active members of the Radford community for many years. Dr. Whisonant taught in the RU Geology Department for over 31 years and Mrs. Whisonant served as the Director of the Speech and Hearing Clinic for six years after receiving her Master’s Degree from the RU Communication Sciences and Disorders Department. This endowment provides a scholarship for students in the Geology Department. The scholarship donors are Dr. and Mrs. Robert Whisonant and the award varies. The ideal candidate must be a full-time Geology major enrolled at Radford University, have completed at least four (4) semester hours of 200-level or higher Geology courses at Radford University, must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 in major and overall, and submit two letters of recommendation from the Geology faculty.

Love’s Geology Scholarship

The scholarship candidates must be a full-time Geology major enrolled at Radford University and must submit a resume and letter stating the reasons they feel qualified to receive this award. Candidates must have completed at least four (4) semester hours of 200- level or higher Geology courses at Radford University. Priority consideration given, but not restricted, to students active in the Geology Department. Students must also have a minimum GPA of 3.0 in major and overall and include two letters of recommendation from Geology faculty. Financial aid is a consideration, but not required. Previous recipients ineligible. FAFSA required.

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