GEOLOGY : ENVIRONMENTAL DYNAMICS : EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE TEACHING

New program called Earth System Science (ESS) 
We still offer degrees in geology and earth and space science teaching but have added an environmental dynamics option. Click here to see requirements and suggested course sequences (curriculum maps) for each ESS option.

High demand for scientists
Many industries, government agencies, public schools, and universities in the United States are experiencing shortages of scientists, engineers, mathematicians, and teachers trained in these areas… more

Why study earth system science?
Earthquakes, tsunamis, landslides, volcanic eruptions, hurricanes, and floods happen somewhere on Earth every day – they have for billions of years and will for a couple of billion more. But as human population increases… more

Scholarships in Earth System Science
The MSU Earth System Science program offers scholarships for incoming freshmen and transfer students… more

Earth science news from MSU and around the world
News from MSU's Earth System Science program, the United States Geological Survey, and global media outlets… more