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Ping Yang Receives NASA Exceptional Scientific Achievement Medal 

Ping Yang Receives NASA Exceptional Scientific Achievement Medal 

Dec 20, 2017

NASA has awarded a NASA Exceptional Scientific Achievement Medal to Dr. Ping Yang.


Exemplary Geosciences Faculty And Staff Honored With 2017 Awards

Exemplary Geosciences Faculty And Staff Honored With 2017 Awards

Dec 19, 2017

On Dec. 1, the College of Geosciences celebrated and recognized the outstanding contributions of faculty and staff during its


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From The Himalayas To ExxonMobil, This Aggie Geology Grad Is Ready For Anything

Dec 13, 2017

Senior Melanie Bowen reflects on her time in the Texas A&M College of Geosciences.


Predicting Droughts Requires Accurate Data, And This Texas A&M Team is Helping

Predicting Droughts Requires Accurate Data, And This Texas A&M Team is Helping

Nov 28, 2017

Drought-predicting computer models are not made just so that scientists can say “I told you so” when your favorite lake runs low. From agriculture, to infrastructure, to tourism — major sectors of the economy need a heads-up on what weather conditions are coming down the pipe.


Texas A&M’s Andrew Dessler Named a Fellow of AAAS

Texas A&M’s Andrew Dessler Named a Fellow of AAAS

Nov 21, 2017

Dr. Andrew Dessler of Texas A&M University has been named a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS).


“Where I Feel Like I Belong:" New Degree Draws Ocean-Minded Aggies

“Where I Feel Like I Belong:" New Degree Draws Ocean-Minded Aggies

Nov 16, 2017

Spending days at sea on research ships in the Gulf of Mexico may not be how typical Aggie undergraduate students spend their time in between classes, but for junior Victoria Scriven, it’s nothing out of the ordinary.


Center for Tectonophysics Celebrated 50th Anniversary

Center for Tectonophysics Celebrated 50th Anniversary

Nov 7, 2017

To celebrate its many achievements in education, research and service over the past 50 years, the Texas A&M Center for Tectonophysics hosted its 50th Anniversary celebration Oct. 13-14, 2017. 


Aggie Oceanographers Return from Expedition to Assess Harvey Impacts on Marine Sanctuary

Aggie Oceanographers Return from Expedition to Assess Harvey Impacts on Marine Sanctuary

Oct 27, 2017

Scientists now estimate that more than 13 trillion gallons of floodwater from Hurricane Harvey flowed into the Gulf of Mexico following the storm.


Volunteers Bring the Geosciences to Texas A&M Chemistry Open House

Volunteers Bring the Geosciences to Texas A&M Chemistry Open House

Oct 26, 2017

The Texas A&M University Department of Chemistry hosted the 30th Annual Chemistry Open House and Science Exploration Gallery Oct. 21 at Texas A&M.


College of Geosciences Bestows 2017 Highest Honors to Three Exemplary Recipients

College of Geosciences Bestows 2017 Highest Honors to Three Exemplary Recipients

Oct 13, 2017

Each distinctly renowned for their geosciences expertise, service to the Aggie family and legacy contributions to science, three award recipients have been named by the Texas A&M University College of Geosciences. Each recipient will be recognized on Nov. 10 at the College of Geosciences Distinguished Alumni Awards Ceremony.


This Aggie Oceanography Student Spent Her Summer with the U.S. Navy

This Aggie Oceanography Student Spent Her Summer with the U.S. Navy

Oct 11, 2017

For three sweltering months this summer, Lauren Replogle called the Naval Oceanographic Office home.


Soil Holds Potential to Slow Global Warming, Multi-University Research Team Finds

Soil Holds Potential to Slow Global Warming, Multi-University Research Team Finds

Oct 5, 2017

What does soil have to do with climate change?


Gift from Robbie Hughes establishes the Dudley J. Hughes ’51 Teaching Microscopy Lab

Gift from Robbie Hughes establishes the Dudley J. Hughes ’51 Teaching Microscopy Lab

Oct 5, 2017

A legendary Aggie geologist’s family has continued his legacy of excellence and generosity with the establishment of a new teaching laboratory equipped with the latest technology.


Oceanographers Kick into High Gear to Study Harvey’s Effects

Oceanographers Kick into High Gear to Study Harvey’s Effects

Sep 25, 2017

TAMU oceanographers research the effects of Harvey to learn about severe environmental changes.


As Harvey’s huge rains flow towards fragile coral reefs, this surfing robot is tracking water data

As Harvey’s huge rains flow towards fragile coral reefs, this surfing robot is tracking water data

Sep 15, 2017

While you read this, an unmanned Wave Glider surface vehicle is riding swells alone in the Gulf of Mexico, collecting critically needed post-Hurricane Harvey water quality data. 


Texas’ eyes and ears in the Gulf of Mexico: state-funded buoy system streamed real-time Harvey data to shore

Texas’ eyes and ears in the Gulf of Mexico: state-funded buoy system streamed real-time Harvey data to shore

Sep 8, 2017

When a hurricane is rolling towards land, accurate real-time data can be a matter of life and death.


This Texas A&M crew weathered Hurricane Harvey at sea

This Texas A&M crew weathered Hurricane Harvey at sea

Sep 5, 2017

On Monday Aug. 21, as the sky dimmed in Texas and the whole country paused to watch a solar eclipse, a crew of buoy technicians from Texas A&M University embarked out of Port Arthur on a routine cruise into the Gulf of Mexico to repair and replace data-collection buoys.


Harvey Could Knock-Out Power for 1.25 million Texans, Texas A&M Expert Says

Harvey Could Knock-Out Power for 1.25 million Texans, Texas A&M Expert Says

Aug 24, 2017

As the middle Texas coast braces for Hurricane Harvey’s landfall, forecast models show that the storm could leave at least 1.25 million Texans without power.


Renovations of Dudley Hughes '51 Lecture Hall

Renovations of Dudley Hughes '51 Lecture Hall

Aug 23, 2017

This summer the Department of Geology and Geophysics has been overseeing the renovation of the Dudley Hughes ’51 Lecture Hall, also known as Room 101, within the Halbouty Geosciences Building.


Center for Tectonophysics' 50th Anniversary

Center for Tectonophysics' 50th Anniversary

Aug 22, 2017

October 2017 marks the 50th anniversary for the Center for Tectonophysics.


Dr. Hiroko Kitajima

Dr. Hiroko Kitajima

Aug 22, 2017

Dr. Hiroko Kitajima joined Texas A&M’s faculty in 2014 as an assistant professor working with the Center for Tectonophysics.


2017 Geologic Field Camp

2017 Geologic Field Camp

Aug 21, 2017

The largest geologic field camp in department history occurred this past summer.


Oceanographers Monitor East Flower Garden Bank in Gulf of Mexico

Oceanographers Monitor East Flower Garden Bank in Gulf of Mexico

Aug 10, 2017

TAMU oceanographers undertake two-month ocean acidification monitoring deployment at a coral reef in the Gulf of Mexico.


Divya Saxena trains at NSF’s National Lacustrine Core Facility in UMN

Divya Saxena trains at NSF’s National Lacustrine Core Facility in UMN

Aug 8, 2017

Exploration, drilling, and coring of near- and sub- surface Earth materials is a conventional practice widely employed in all allied fields of Geo-sciences. The scientific technique of field acquisition of geologic material for research purpose involves meticulous planning and execution of an array of protocols to maximize recovery and make specific measurements while on board the drilling platform.


New Directors for the Chevron Basin Modeling Center of Excellence

New Director for the Chevron Basin Modeling Center of Excellence

Jul 31, 2017

The Chevron Basin Modeling Center of Research Excellence (CBM-CoRE) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Mauro Becker as the new Director. The CBM-CoRE is part of the Berg-Hughes Center for Petroleum and Sedimentary Systems.


Berg-Hughes Center Funding Awards

Berg-Hughes Center Funding Awards

Jul 31, 2017

Congratulations to the following students who will be receiving funding for the 2017-2018 academic year from the Berg-Hughes Center. We would like to acknowledge the donors, in addition to BP, who have generously supported these scholarships and fellowships.


Meet Allayne Babin

Meet Allayne Babin

Jul 31, 2017

Allayne Babin holds the Business Associate II position for the Department of Geology & Geophysics.


Undergraduate Researchers Observe the Ocean in Intensive Summer Research Program

Undergraduate Researchers Observe the Ocean in Intensive Summer Research Program

Jul 13, 2017

Ten undergraduates spend the summer with Oceanography Dept. researching in the laboratory and on the ocean.


Oceanography Ph.D. Candidate Engages Policy Crash Course in D.C.

Oceanography Ph.D. Candidate Engages Policy Crash Course in D.C.

Jul 11, 2017

COLLEGE STATION, July 11, 2017. Doctoral Candidate Andrea Kealoha discusses her science policy experience in DC over the summer.


Though Not A Hurricane, Cindy Can Pack A Big Punch

Though Not A Hurricane, Cindy Can Pack A Big Punch

Jun 22, 2017

COLLEGE STATION, June 21, 2017 – It doesn’t take a hurricane to cause problems from a storm, and many residents along the Gulf Coast may be about to find that out the hard way.  Tropical Storm Cindy, formed just a few days ago, is expected to make landfall Thursday and it could bring a strong punch despite its non-hurricane status, says a Texas A&M University expert.


Texas A&M Storm Expert: Minor Hurricanes Are Still Capable Of Major Damage

Texas A&M Storm Expert: Minor Hurricanes Are Still Capable Of Major Damage

May 31, 2017

With hurricane season starting June 1, it’s interesting to note that the United States has now gone 12 years – the longest period on record – without a major hurricane making landfall. But that’s a bit deceiving because if it’s one thing we’ve learned in recent years is that it doesn’t take a major hurricane to cause major damage, says a Texas A&M University severe storms expert.


TAMU GIS Graduate and Air Force Veteran Takes His Experience to Chevron

TAMU GIS Graduate and Air Force Veteran Takes His Experience to Chevron

May 23, 2017

Paul Barth ’17 discusses his journey as a transfer student in the College of Geosciences.


Department of Oceanography Recognizes First Two Graduates of The Masters of Ocean Science and Technology Degree

Department of Oceanography Recognizes First Two Graduates of The Masters of Ocean Science and Technology Degree

May 18, 2017

Laura Farris and Emily Lewis reflect on becoming the first graduates of the MOST program.


Geophysics Students Recognized at AGU

Geophysics Students Recognized at AGU

May 16, 2017

Two undergraduate Geophysics majors placed in the 2017 AGU Virtual Poster Showcase.


Department of Geology & Geophysics Spring 2017 Outstanding Seniors

Department of Geology & Geophysics Spring 2017 Outstanding Seniors

May 15, 2017

Congratulations to the three students honored at the College of Geosciences' Commencement as 2017 Outstanding Seniors!


Oceanography Heads to Space

Oceanography Heads to Space

May 4, 2017

May Ph.D. graduate Michael Evans continues research on carbonates on Mars meteorites through accepted position at NASA Johnson Space Center.


Rick Giardino Receives 2017 Texas A&M Bush Excellence Award for Faculty in International Teaching

Rick Giardino Receives 2017 Texas A&M Bush Excellence Award for Faculty in International Teaching

May 4, 2017

Congratulations to Dr. Rick Giardino for winning the 2017 Texas A&M Bush Excellence Award for Faculty in International Teaching!


Rick Carlson Honored at Geology & Geophysics Department Picnic

Rick Carlson Honored at Geology & Geophysics Department Picnic

May 1, 2017

The Department of Geology and Geophysics honored Dr. Rick Carlson at the 2017 Department Picnic this past spring.


Step In to the Game-Changer for Petroleum Professionals

Step In to the Game-Changer for Petroleum Professionals

Apr 25, 2017

The on-campus Geographic Information Science & Technology degree has been the fastest growing program because it produces the most in-demand professionals in the history of the College of Geosciences – and now a Master of Geoscience in GIST is launching in Fall 2017, completely online.


Congratulations to the Geology & Geophysics student winners at the GGGSC Research Symposium

Congratulations to the Geology & Geophysics student winners at the GGGSC Research Symposium

Apr 18, 2017

Congratulations to all the Geology & Geophysics students who won an award at the 2017 GGGSC Research Symposium!


Sara Baber named Director of Distance Learning for the College of Geosciences

Sara Baber named Director of Distance Learning for the College of Geosciences

Apr 17, 2017

New director brings unique experience for the future of higher education.


Future Leaders Learning from the Pros: "Pizza With A Pro"

Future Leaders Learning from the Pros: "Pizza With A Pro"

Apr 13, 2017

During the Fall 2016 Geosciences Advisory Council’s discussion, the topic of “professional development” for our students evolved in to a star-studded program called “Pizza With A Pro.”


The 2017 Scholarship Appreciation Celebration Had a Celebrity to Amplify the Appreciation

The 2017 Scholarship Appreciation Celebration Had a Celebrity to Amplify the Appreciation

Apr 12, 2017

The First Lady of Aggieland, Reveille IX, was on hand to give her distinctive brand of appreciation to our generous donors and their scholarship recipients at the 2017 Scholarship Celebration. 


Geology & Geophysics Graduate Students Awarded 2017 AAPG Grants-In-Aid

Geology & Geophysics Graduate Students Awarded 2017 AAPG Grants-In-Aid

Apr 12, 2017

Congratulations to Department of Geology & Geophysics graduate students that have been awarded 2017 AAPG Grants-In-Aid!


Six Geosciences Faculty Receive Endowed Chairs & Professorship Awards

Six Geosciences Faculty Receive Endowed Chairs & Professorship Awards

Apr 12, 2017

The College of Geosciences is pleased to announce six new Chairs and Professorship holders. 


Geosciences Advisory Council Updates

Geosciences Advisory Council Updates

Apr 11, 2017

Since 2007, the College of Geosciences Advisory Council has been represented by leaders in their respective fields, former students and friends, and dedicated to the success of the College and the students within.


Texas A&M University 2017 Imperial Barrel Award team wins third place at the Gulf Coast Regional IBA Competition

Texas A&M University 2017 Imperial Barrel Award team wins third place at the Gulf Coast Regional IBA Competition

Apr 10, 2017

Congratulations to the Texas A&M University Imperial Barrel Award (IBA) team for winning third place in the Gulf Coast Section of the IBA Competition!


Steven DiMarco and Ruth Perry appointed to National Academy of Sciences Committee

Steven DiMarco and Ruth Perry appointed to National Academy of Sciences Committee

Apr 10, 2017

Dr. Steven DiMarco and alumna Dr. Ruth Perry appointed to the National Academy of Sciences Committee on Advancing the Understanding of the Gulf of Mexico Loop Current Dynamics.


Dr. Mukul Bhatia Named Director of The Berg-Hughes Center

Dr. Mukul Bhatia Named Director of The Berg-Hughes Center

Apr 3, 2017

The Berg-Hughes Center for Petroleum and Sedimentary Systems at Texas A&M University is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Mukul R. Bhatia as the new Director.  He was concurrently awarded both the Dudley J. Hughes Endowed Chair in Geology and Geophysics and the Dan A. Hughes ’51 Chair in Geosciences.  Dr. Bhatia joins the Department of Geology and Geophysics as an Executive Professor, effective March 1, 2017.


Students Get Hands-On Look At Wetland Restoration In Texas Sea Grant Internship

Students Get Hands-On Look At Wetland Restoration In Texas Sea Grant Internship

Mar 30, 2017

Six Texas undergraduate students spent their Spring Break earlier this month learning about wetland restoration as the first participants in the Texas Sea Grant Coastal Wetland Restoration Internship Program.


Featured Geology & Geophysics Seminar: Dr. Sean Gulick

Featured Geology & Geophysics Seminar: Dr. Sean Gulick

Mar 28, 2017

Dr. Sean Gulick from the University of Texas at Austin is the featured seminar speaker for the Department of Geology & Geophysics this Friday, March 31 and will be presenting on “Drilling the Chicxulub impact structure: Study of large impact formation” at 11:30 am in Halbouty room 101. Refreshments and coffee will be served.


Christian Brannstrom and Ping Yang Receive Distinguished Achievement Awards

Christian Brannstrom and Ping Yang Receive Distinguished Achievement Awards

Mar 24, 2017

Geosciences faculty members recognized with prestigious award.


Featured Geology & Geophysics Seminar: Dr. Ursula Hammes

Featured Geology & Geophysics Seminar: Dr. Ursula Hammes

Mar 22, 2017

Dr. Hammes is our featured seminar this Friday, March 24th and will be presenting on "Recent mudrocks of the Cariaco Basin: Analog for shale oil/gas unconventional reservoirs" at 11:30 am in Halbouty room 101. Refreshments and coffee will be served.


Research by Dr. Shamberger Selected for Feature Video at South by Southwest

Research by Dr. Shamberger Selected for Feature Video at South by Southwest

Mar 22, 2017

Research on Palau coral reef growth and ocean acidification by Dr. Kathryn Shamberger, Assistant Professor in the Department of Oceanography, was selected by Texas A&M University to appear in a feature video at the festival South by Southwest in March 2017.


Carlos Dengo Announces Retirement

Carlos Dengo Announces Retirement

Mar 21, 2017

Dr. Carlos A. Dengo, Executive Professor and Director for the Berg-Hughes Center for Petroleum and Sedimentary Systems, has announced his retirement.


Richard And Barbara Orville Establish Gift Supporting Future Undergraduates In Geosciences

Richard And Barbara Orville Establish Gift Supporting Future Undergraduates In Geosciences

Mar 21, 2017

Longtime faculty member gives back to the College of Geosciences.


Sarah Brooks Selected To Inaugural Class Of Presidential Impact Fellows

Sarah Brooks Selected To Inaugural Class Of Presidential Impact Fellows

Mar 8, 2017

Congratulations to Dr. Sarah Brooks, professor of atmospheric sciences, on being selected to the inaugural class of Presidential Impact Fellows.


Educational Outreach Event at Rock Prairie Elementary

Educational Outreach Event at Rock Prairie Elementary

Mar 7, 2017

Graduate students from the Department of Oceanography at Texas A&M University traveled to Rock Prairie Elementary on Thursday, February 23rd for an Educational Outreach Event on ocean acidification. 


Gift From Ben Vaughn ‘74 Establishes The Patty Holyfield ‘74 Foundation Excellence Award

Gift From Ben Vaughn ‘74 Establishes The Patty Holyfield ‘74 Foundation Excellence Award

Feb 28, 2017

Planned gift will support female graduates in geology & geophysics from the College of Geosciences.


Texas A&M Researcher Examines Impact Of Fire Prevention On Appalachian Forest

Texas A&M Researcher Examines Impact Of Fire Prevention On Appalachian Forest

Feb 23, 2017

The impact of fire prevention since the early 20th Century has altered the vegetation of the Appalachian region according to a new report.


Suzanne Rosser Receives President’s Meritorious Service Award

Suzanne Rosser Receives President’s Meritorious Service Award

Feb 22, 2017

Congratulations to Suzanne Rosser on receiving the President’s Meritorious Service Award.


Iron Particles In Pacific Ocean Can Be Carried 2,500 Miles

Iron Particles In Pacific Ocean Can Be Carried 2,500 Miles

Feb 20, 2017

Iron particles coming from hydrothermal vents along volcanic mountain ridges deep in the ocean persist for more than 2,500 miles across the Pacific, according to a study led by a Texas A&M University researcher.


New Oceanography Degree Prepares Students To Tackle Challenges Facing The World’s Oceans

New Oceanography Degree Prepares Students To Tackle Challenges Facing The World’s Oceans

Feb 17, 2017

Responding to new challenges impacting the Earth’s oceans, Texas A&M University’s Department of Oceanography will offer a new undergraduate degree in oceanography.


Geography Students Help ‘Future Proof’ Texas A&M’s Fiber Optic System

Geography Students Help ‘Future Proof’ Texas A&M’s Fiber Optic System

Feb 14, 2017

Fiber network overhaul provides transformational learning experience for students.


Texas A&M Oceanography Student Awarded Prestigious Scholarship

Texas A&M Oceanography Student Awarded Prestigious Scholarship

Feb 9, 2017

The United States branch of the Society for Underwater Technology (SUT) has awarded Texas A&M University PhD student, Natalie Zielinski, as one of the recipients of the 2017 Society for Underwater Technology Scholarship award. 


Peter Hugill Named Professor Emeritus

Peter Hugill Named Professor Emeritus

Feb 8, 2017

Congratulations to Dr. Peter Hugill on being named Professor Emeritus of Geography.


2016 Had Few Tornadoes, But That Could Change

2016 Had Few Tornadoes, But That Could Change

Jan 31, 2017

Although there have been several outbreaks in recent weeks, the overall number of tornadoes in the United States in 2016 was below average and it was one of the quietest years since modern record keeping began in 1954.  The reason is likely that a strong El Niño occurred in the first half of the year, says a Texas A&M University severe storms expert, but conditions could soon revert back to normal.


Geology & Geophysics 2016 Holiday Party

Geology & Geophysics 2016 Holiday Party

Jan 31, 2017

Faculty, Graduate students, and Staff enjoyed the 2016 Holiday Party hosted by the Department of Geology & Geophysics.


Department’s Field Camp Endowment Goal

Department’s Field Camp Endowment Goal

Jan 31, 2017

Whether you make an impact by supporting the annual fund, a major gift for academic or high impact learning programs, or by establishing an endowment through a planned giving strategy, your support is critical.


Dr. Hongbin Zhan Receives Dean's Distinguished Achievement Award for Faculty Excellence in Research

Dr. Hongbin Zhan Receives Dean's Distinguished Achievement Award for Faculty Excellence in Research

Jan 31, 2017

Congratulations to Geology & Geophysics Professor, Dr. Hongbin Zhan on being awarded the Dean’s Distinguished Achievement Award for Faculty Excellence in Research.


Alumni Meeting at AAPG Conference in Houston

Alumni Meeting at AAPG Conference in Houston

Jan 31, 2017

We invite you to join Dr. Mike Pope and other representatives from the department as we celebrate 100 years of AAPG and our Aggie spirit.


Meet Dawn Spencer

Meet Dawn Spencer

Jan 31, 2017

Meet Dawn Spencer, CAP-OM, the Berg-Hughes Center Program Coordinator


50th Anniversary of the Center for Tectonophysics

50th Anniversary of the Center for Tectonophysics

Jan 31, 2017

This year, 2017, marks the 50th anniversary for the Center for Tectonophysics.


New Computers for Computational Seismology Lab

New Computers for Computational Seismology Lab

Jan 31, 2017

Halbouty Room 65 serves as the Computational Seismology Lab for the Department of Geology and Geophysics. The lab is currently used to teach graduate courses in Seismic Data Interpretation and Processing.


Fall 2016 AGU Meeting

Fall 2016 AGU Meeting

Jan 31, 2017

The department sent a record-breaking number of undergraduates, graduate students, and faculty to attend AGU, as well as present their research.


Dr. Brent Miller Research

Dr. Brent Miller Research

Jan 31, 2017

If the Earth had an operating manual that was carved in stone, then the page numbers of that manual would be found in the mineral zircon. Dr. Brent Miller, the department’s geochronologist, uses his research of zircon dating to “see those page numbers.”


First-Semester Seminar Class

First-Semester Seminar Class

Jan 31, 2017

A new component of our undergraduate curriculum is the first-semester seminar class.


Texas A&M Study: Higher Urban Population Densities Could Lead To Less Energy Use

Texas A&M Study: Higher Urban Population Densities Could Lead To Less Energy Use

Jan 10, 2017

COLLEGE STATION, Jan. 9, 2017 — Population densities in urban areas worldwide will continue to drop until 2050 with significant consequences for energy use in buildings, according to a study by an international and interdisciplinary team of researchers that includes a Texas A&M professor.


Expansion Of Cities To Decrease World’s Food Supply, Says Texas A&M Professor

Expansion Of Cities To Decrease World’s Food Supply, Says Texas A&M Professor

Jan 5, 2017

COLLEGE STATION, Jan. 4, 2017 – The increase of mega-cities in certain regions of the world is almost certain to eliminate huge areas of farmland that are critical for food production by 2030 and could have severe implications across the world, according to a study by an international team of researchers that includes a Texas A&M University professor.


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