Sample Courses

  • Climate and Energy
  • Dinos and Dodos
  • Environmental Science

Popular Electives

  • Ecology
  • Groundwater Hydrology
  • Intro to Geographic Information Systems

Program Highlights

  • Designed to give students a broad, interdisciplinary introduction to environmental challenges from a variety of perspectives.
  • Flexibility allows students to maximize the minor鈥檚 compatibility with their major.

Environmental Science

Why study environmental science at Geneseo?

This minor is suited for students who seek a science-focused pathway to understanding environmental issues. Coursework introduces the scientific principles underlying many environmental issues, such as climate change, species extinction, or water scarcity, with an emphasis on interdisciplinary study. The minor鈥檚 flexibility allows students to focus on the area of science that interests them the most.

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Additional Options

Sample Careers

  • Ecologist
  • Environmental educator
  • Environmental engineer
  • Environmental lawyer
  • Environmental technician
  • Geographer
  • Marine biologist
  • Science writer
  • Wildlife biologist

Contact Info

Scott Giorgis, Professor and Chair of Geology
giorgis@geneseo.edu
ISC 254
585-245-5293
 

Geology dept

geology faculty