Geology
Geology faculty member creates map of U.S. that traces COVID-19 spread
The multitude of numbers related to COVID-19 -- cases, deaths, recoveries, hot spots -- can be overwhelming, even for a researcher.
Apr 23, 2020
'Big Splash Week' kicks off Making Waves About Water initiative
Highlighting Grand Valley's special relationship with water is at the heart of the campuswide Making Waves About Water initiative. The two-year initiative has goals of exploring how water impacts daily living, its challenges and how it also defines the university in relation to the Grand River and Lake Michigan.
Sep 9, 2019
Geology faculty member studying climate change through National Science Foundation grant
A Grand Valley faculty member is part of a team of researchers receiving a National Science Foundation grant to study climate change by examining warm climates in the geologic past.
Jul 10, 2019
Alumnus leads geology efforts for State of Michigan
Adam Wygant, '93, holds a key position in the Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy.
Jul 8, 2019
Annual Community Field Day highlights what shines in nature
The annual celebration of outdoor activities that connects Grand Valley and the Allendale community continued this year with an exploration of the moon and the stars, glowing rocks and one of the best things about summer, fireflies.
Jun 25, 2019
Mammoth and mastodon fossils on loan from public museum
The Department of Geology has acquired mammoth and mastodon pieces on loan from the Grand Rapids Public Museum. The pieces include a skeletal foot, lower jaw and tusk, which are on display in a case outside room 130 in Padnos Hall of Science.
Apr 3, 2019
Students, faculty spread Laker Effect in Haiti through service projects
Eleven students from various majors traveled to Haiti this summer on a service-learning trip. During the study abroad expedition, the students distributed 150 water filter systems, led art workshops, taught motor skills activities, and explored the rich history and culture of Haiti.
Jul 18, 2018
Community event led by GVSU faculty, staff explores how math impacts nature
The 7th annual Allendale Community Field Day offered West Michigan community members of all ages the chance to learn about how math impacts the natural world. The free event, coordinated by Grand Valley faculty in collaboration with Allendale Public Schools, took place June 16 on the district's K-8 campus.
Jun 20, 2018
GVSU Earth Science Week lecture series to feature alumni
In conjunction with international Earth Science Week, a series of lectures will shine a light on the field of geology, careers in the field, and its importance in the world. The lecture series will begin November 6 with Grand Valley alumnus Joshua Ehlich, '14. Since October 1998, the American Geosciences Institute has celebrated Earth Science Week to help the public gain a better understanding and appreciation for the Earth sciences and encourage stewardship of the planet.
Nov 2, 2017
Field day teaches community about West Michigan natural history
The annual Allendale Community Field Day paired Grand Valley faculty with members of the Allendale community and public school system for a fun day of engaging activities that encouraged outdoor education and environmental awareness. Celebrating the theme of "Things that Happen," participants contributed video messages for a time capsule, learned about the glacial origins of West Michigan, examined earth history through soil and tree cores, and more.
Jun 28, 2017
