Welcome to the Department of Geology

Geology is the study of the planet Earth and the processes that shape it through time. Geologists work and study in the lab and in the field - the natural world is their classroom. Exciting and relevant areas of research and study in the field of geology include, but are not limited to:

• Plate Tectonics
• Global Climate Change Remote Sensing
• Geographic Information Systems
• Energy Resources
• Mineralogy and Petrology
• Paleobiology
• Geochemistry
• Glacial Geology and Geomorphology
• Hydrogeology

We invite you to explore our academic programs, faculty and student research and other opportunities to learn more about the study of geology at the University of Dayton.