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Geography
Location: Candelaria 2200
Telephone: 970.351.2715
Faculty: Karen S. Barton, Ph.D.;Charles O. Collins, Ph.D.; David M. Diggs, Ph.D.; James P. Doerner, Ph.D.; James M. Dunn, Ph.D.; Katherine M. Johnson, Ph.D.; Philip A. Klein, Ph.D.; Charles "Gil" Schmidt, Ph.D.
Geography is the study of the social, environmental and locational processes that create diversity from place to place on the earth's surface. The geographic perspective helps to explain the reasons for and the significance of local, regional and world patterns and analyzes the role of locational factors in human affairs.
Through the formal study of geography, students develop a perspective that helps to explain the reasons for and the significance of local, regional and world patterns and analyzes the role of locational factors in human affairs.
All programs provide the opportunity for directed independent study and actual experience as interns.
Geography facilities include a geographic information science laboratory. A large, well-organized map collection is available in Michener Library.
Geography B.A.
Geographic Information Science Emphasis
One of the fastest growing areas in geography is the use of geographic information sciences (GIS) to generate maps and store map-related information. GIS is a system of computer hardware and software that stores, displays, analyzes, and maps geographic information. Geographers, planners, land developers, real estate agents, utility companies, and municipal officials all use these systems. Using GIS technologies, students can analyze population distribution, traffic movement, land availability, real estate prices, environmental hazards, soil types, and flood zones to help local government make informed land use decisions.
Liberal Arts Emphasis
Those electing a liberal arts major in geography are generally preparing for careers in middle school teaching, cartography, recreation/travel planning, military or political intelligence or resource management. Examples of specific employment opportunities include map design and construction, international business representative, tour planning/operation and area specialist. Additional positions include travel agent, real estate agent, park ranger and peace corps volunteer. Students should select either the applied geography or liberal arts emphasis in conjunction with their career goals.
Secondary Teaching Emphasis
The Geography program participates in the preparation of teachers by offering a bachelor's degree in geography that meets all requirements for licensure for teaching social studies at the secondary level (grades 7-12). A graduate with this degree will also be qualified to pursue graduate study in geography.
Upon successful completion of this program and the requirements of the Professional Teacher Education program, students will qualify to be licensed to teach social studies at the secondary level. Students choosing this major will be observed by experienced geography faculty when student teaching.
For degree and program requirements, see:
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