Geography

Geography is the study of spatial distributions, relations, processes, and outcomes within the human-environment system. Attention is focused on historical and contemporary human activities in the natural and built environment and people as the major physical, social, cultural, and economic change agents across the Earth’s surface. A curriculum in geography helps students understand the world’s physical, social, economic, and cultural landscapes and how they have been transformed or altered by either the Earth’s natural processes or human modifications, as well as the future sustainability of our current actions in light of our past experiences and ongoing trends such as urbanization, globalization, and climate change.

The Department of Anthropology, Geography and Environmental Studies offers a B.S. degree in geography and gives students a choice between three concentrations in addition to their common core of classes.

We Offer:

• Geography, B.S.: Regions and Cultures Concentration
• Geography, B.S.: Resources and Sustainability Concentration
• Geography, B.S.: Spatial Techniques Concentration

Your Future

Career Opportunities Include:

Aerial Photo Interpreter • Agricultural/Food Systems Specialist • Cartographer • Census Analyst • Climatologist • Community Development Specialist • Demographer • Development Specialist • Ecologist • Economic Development Analyst • Environmental Analyst/Planner • Environmental Compliance Officer • Geographical Information Systems Specialist • Map Curator • Natural Resources Manager • Park Ranger • Public Utility Administrator • Recreational Resource Planner • Resiliency Officer • Soil Conservationist • Sustainability Coordinator • Transportation Planner • Urban Geographer • Utility Manager • Water Conservationist/Manager • Zoning Specialist/Surveyor

Future Income:

Visit the Bureau of Labor Statistics to learn more about the outlook for your future career.

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