Category Archives: by Anne

Casting a Wider Net: Opportunities for Enhancing Diversity in the Geosciences

Posted on November 15, 2009 by Chris Rowan

In the United States, we have a diversity problem in the geosciences. Less than 5% of BS degrees in geosciences go to minorities. NSF’s OEDG program seeks innovative ways to cast a wider net for future geo-professionals.
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Categories: academic life, by Anne, science education

Hydrogeology and geomorphology: Notes from GSA Monday and Tuesday

Posted on October 24, 2009 by Anne Jefferson

Some notes on the hydrogeology and geomorphology sessions and activities at the Geological Society of America meeting
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Categories: by Anne, conferences, geomorphology, hydrology

The Hydrology and Evolution of Basaltic Landscapes: Notes from GSA Sunday

Posted on October 23, 2009 by Anne Jefferson

My first day at the Geological Society of America conference included lots of beautiful volcano and river photos…and good wine. All in the name of basalt.
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Categories: by Anne, conferences, geomorphology, hydrology, volcanoes