Murphy was among nine ÌÇÐÄvlog students who joined an expedition led by Associate Professor Matthew Gorring in the College of Science and Mathematics’ Field Geology course () to study ancient rocks and glaciers for geologic mapping.

Not only did I get to see some of the most beautiful parts of the country, but I also got to learn about [the Rockies] from a rare and special perspective, a geologic one. Structural geology, stratigraphy, plate tectonics, geologic mapping and sediment identification – it’s one thing seeing these geologic structures in a textbook or PowerPoint, but having the opportunity to see them in person gave me a much better understanding of so many concepts.

The geologic wonders were just part of the experience as the students also discovered the impact of natural disasters exacerbated by human-induced climate change as they explored different areas of the iconic landscapes of Yellowstone National Park, the Grand Tetons, Montana and Wyoming.

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The Minor consists of 19 credits, of which 7 also satisfy General Education requirements. Course work is selected from the natural and physical sciences, business, social sciences, and humanities. The capstone experience consists of an applied project. Please visit the to view the full curriculum. Additional information about Sustainability Science degree programs and career opportunities is available at the Sustainability Science Program pagein the Department of Earth and Environmental Studies.

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• Dr. Pope, Chair, Department of Earth and Environmental Studies, Dr. Clement Alo
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Learn more about campus sustainability initiatives, internships, and research at ÌÇÐÄvlog:

• Campus sustainability initiatives in construction and renovations, purchasing, energy, transportation, and water conservation.
• PSEG Institute for Sustainability Studies launches the 2018 Summer Green Teams Program to provide teams of students with internships in corporations, local businesses, and government agencies.
• CSAM establishes the Clean Energy and Sustainability Analytics Center (CESAC) launches to support sustainable and clean energy policies, technology, and practices in New Jersey.