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Events

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Please access the Geology and Environmental Science university calendar to view our upcoming public events.

Departmental Events

The following events are intended for internal departmental personnel only:

Undergraduate Weekly Events & Opportunities Newsletters
GES Office Hours and Closures

Daily office hours: 8:30am - 4:30pm

  • Closed - 01/19/26 - Dr. Martin Luther King's Birthday Observance
  • Closed - 03/13/26 - Spring Holiday
  • Closed - 05/25/26 - Memorial Day
  • Closed - 06/19/26 - Juneteenth
  • Closed - 07/03/26 - Independence Day
Dissertation & Thesis Defense

TBD - stay tuned!

GES Spring Colloquia Schedule (2264)

Location: 104 Thaw | Time: 4:00pm

GES Fall Colloquia Schedule (2261)

Location: 104 Thaw | Time: 4:00pm

Graduate Student Organization Events

TBD

Other Events

The following events sponsored by organizations outside of the university may be of interest: 

Conferences

March 15 - 19: Symposium on the Application of Geophysics to Engineering and Environmental Problems (SAGEEP)

SAGEEP provides geophysicists, engineers, geoscientists and end-users from around the world an opportunity to meet and discuss near-surface applications of geophysics and learn about recent developments in near-surface geophysics.

SAGEEP is internationally recognized as the leading conference on the practical application of shallow geophysics. Since 1988 at the Colorado School of Mines, the symposium has been held over a 5-day period at locations throughout the United States, with approximately 150 oral and poster presentations, several educational short courses and workshops, numerous vendor presentations, and a commercial exhibition.

SAGEEP 2026 will be held at the Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown from March 15 - 19, 2026. Please see the Environmental and Engineering Geophysical Society's website for more information.

May 26, 28, & June 2, 4: 2026 NSF NGF Community Science Conference

The NSF NGF Community Science Conference will take place virtually over four days: May 26 & 28, and June 2 & 4. We’re building a schedule that makes it easy for you to participate, taking advantage of a virtual format to spread sessions out. A detailed agenda will be available when registration opens this spring.

This conference focuses on recent advances in geophysics through innovations in instrumentation, computation, and methodology. It will provide an introduction to new capabilities within the NSF National Geophysical Facility (NGF), with a focus on how these developments can benefit the seismic, geodetic and near-surface geophysics communities and strengthen collaborations across disciplines. Participants will have an opportunity to share and learn about state-of-the-art research, interact with community members, and build new collaborations.

For more information, please see the 2026 conference webpage.

Workshops & Seminars

Carnegie Museum of Natural History: R.W. Moriarty Science Seminars

Learn about scientific discoveries directly from the experts in the field during free, hour-long public talks. Carnegie Museum of Natural History’s scientific research staff and invited speakers discuss their latest findings on numerous scientific topics at the R.W. Moriarty Science Seminar series, ongoing since 2010.

To view the full spring 2026 schedule and register to attend, please see the R.W. Moriarty Science Seminars homepage.

Spring 2026 topics include:

  • January 12th: Chinese Oracle Bones, 3D Digitization, and Game Design
  • February 12th: Anti-Racist Initiatives in Exhibition Development at Science Museums
  • March 9th: A Search for Evidence of Past Habitability in Jezero Crater, Mars
  • April 9th: Testing the “Sixth Sense” of Anuran Amphibians
  • May 7th: Lightning Talks from Carnegie Museum Scientists

EarthScope Webinars

You are invited to attend the EarthScope Consortium's webinar series! For information on the webinars scheduled for Spring 2026, please see the EarthScope Consortium's Event Calendar.

Service Opportunities

2026 Pittsburgh Regional Science and Engineering Fair (PRSEF)

Kamin Science Center is looking for volunteer judges for the 2026 Pittsburgh Regional Science and Engineering Fair (PRSEF). This is the largest science fair in Western PA and features research projects by middle and high schoolers from throughout the state.

To qualify to be a Category Judge, one must be a dean, professor, or graduate student doing research on a topic related to one of PRSEF’s umbrella categories. Categories include behavior & social science, biology, chemistry, computer science & math, earth & environment, engineering & robotics; medicine, health, & microbiology; and physics & astronomy. Come represent your department to the next generation of STEM researchers!

Free all-day parking and a boxed breakfast and lunch will be provided. 

Registration is easy and judging occurs two days at the end of March. Judges can be attend for one day or both days. The 2026 fair will be held on March 24 & 25, 2026. Register at: https://stemisphere.org/prsef/judge-registration/ 

Questions? Contact Sophia Wyszomierski: 412-706-1402, wyszomierskis@kaminsciencecenter.org. 

NextGen Advisory Council

The NextGen Advisory Council was created by DCNR to offer fresh perspectives on public lands, outdoor recreation, and conservation initiatives in Pennsylvania.

Its mission is to:

  • Make outdoor spaces welcoming for all
  • Advocate for inclusive and accessible programs
  • Build and retain a diverse workforce in conservation

By bringing together high school students to young professionals (up to age 35), the council ensures that younger voices play a role in shaping the future of Pennsylvania’s natural resources. The council typically has 20 young, diverse members from across Pennsylvania. No prior experience in conservation or government is needed. A desire to contribute and work toward inclusive conservation and recreation is key.


Expectations include:

  • Attending quarterly meetings on the third Tuesday of January, April, July, and October. These meetings are virtual, featuring talks from department staff and discussions on projects.
  • Joining optional evening meetings for committees and special projects.
  • Committing to an initial three-year term, with the option to extend.

If you have questions about the council or how to apply, please contact the department.
Go to the NextGen Advisory Council website for more information and the application. Applications to serve on the NextGen Advisory Council are generally accepted in July.

Miscellaneous

Pittsburgh Geological Society Student Night: March 18, 2026

The Pittsburgh Geological Society's annual student night is an opportunity for students to showcase their research, compete for awards, and talk to local professionals (possibly future employers). Monetary awards are planned for the best poster in undergraduate and graduate categories. 

The 2026 Student Night is scheduled for March 18, 2026 at Gaetano's Banquet Center (1617 Banksville Road, Pittsburgh, 15216), Application instructions are forthcoming and will be posted here when available. 

Idaho State University Field Camp Info Sessions

Information about the ISU field camp program can be found here: https://www.isu.edu/geosciences/fieldcamp/