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

AGU25 - December 15-19 in New Orleans

Be sure to stop by to see us at Booth # 1456! 

For more information about our presenters, click here.

Departmental Events

The following events are intended for internal departmental personnel only:

Undergraduate Weekly Newsletters
GES Office Hours and Closures

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

  • Closed - 12/24/25-01/04/26 - Winter Recess
  • 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

 

GES Fall Colloquia Schedule (2261)

Location: 104 Thaw | Time: 4:00pm

GES Spring Colloquia Schedule (2264)

Location: 104 Thaw | Time: 4:00pm

  • 01/08/26 - Dr. Kyle Frederick [Associate Professor, Pennsylvania Western University]:
  • 01/15/26 - Dr. Steve Meyers [Vilas Distinguished Professor, University of Wisconsin - Madison]:
  • 01/22/26 - Dr. Anastasia Piliouras [Assistant Professor, Penn State University]:
  • 01/29/26 - Dr. Joana Voigt [JPL Postdoctoral Fellow, NASA]:
  • 02/05/26 - Dr. Katherine French [Research Chemist, USGS]:
  • 02/12/26 - Dr. Lizzy Trower [Associate Professor, University of Colorado - Boulder]:
  • 02/19/26 - Dr. Jeff Catalano [Professor, Washington University in St. Louis]:
  • 02/26/26 - Dr. Brooke Hunter [Assistant Professor, Appalachian State University]:
  • 03/05/26 - Dr. Kathleen Weathers [Ecosystem Scientist, Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies]:
  • 03/12/26 - No colloquium - Spring Break
  • 03/19/26 - Timothy Suder [PhD Candidate, University of Pittsburgh]:
  • 03/26/26 - Dr. Claire Griffin  [Assistant Professor, Allegheny College]:
  • 04/02/26 - Dr. Daniel Breecker [Professor, University of Texas - Austin]:
  • 04/09/26 - Dr. Kelsey Moore [NSF Postdoctoral Fellow, Johns Hopkins University]: Insights into the coevolution of early life and planets from silica-hosted biosignatures
  • 04/16/26 - Abiodun Ayo-Bali [PhD Candidate, University of Pittsburgh]:
Graduate Student Organization Events

TBD

Other Events

 

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

Conferences
  • 12/15 - 12/19, 2025 - AGU Annual Conference (New Orleans, LA) is the premier conference for Earth and space science researchers, educators, and policymakers. For more information visit the AGU 25 Website. AGU 25 the GES Department will be at Booth # 1456. 
Workshops

 

Service Opportunities

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

Ryan Anderson is hosting a series of Zoom sessions to give folks considering a geology summer field camp the opportunity to ask questions and hear more information about the Idaho State field camp and the Lost River Field Station.  He will go over the projects and topics they cover during the field camp, the day to day schedule, amenities at thefield station, meals, etc. 

Below are the dates and times, along with the zoom links for interested students (and faculty). He invites interested students to join him on Zoom the following dates from 3-4 pm (MST):

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