Texas A&M University
Department of Geology & Geophysics
Coming Fall 2022
The Department of Geology & Geophysics is becoming part of the College of Arts and Sciences in Fall 2022.
Geology & Geophysics Research
Ancient Life & Environments The Earth System & Other Planetary Bodies Earth Resources & Resilience Labs and Services

2022 Undergraduate Summer School on Rock Deformation
This summer school will provide undergraduate students a unique opportunity to learn about research in experimental rock deformation through hands-on laboratory activities and is completely free of charge.
Applications are due by May 27th.
Faculty Focus

Dr. Julia Reece
Dr. Julia Reece, an assistant professor in the Department of Geology and Geophysics, was awarded a prestigious CAREER Award from the National Science Foundation (NSF).
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Dr. Nick Perez
Dr. Nick Perez, assistant professor in the Department of Geology and Geophysics, was awarded a prestigious CAREER Award from the National Science Foundation (NSF).
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Dr. David Bapst
Dr. David Bapst, instructional assistant professor in the Department of Geology and Geophysics, was named a 2021 ConocoPhillips Data Science Faculty Fellow for his help creating the Undergraduate Certificate in Data Analytics for the Petroleum Industry (CERT-DAPI).
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Christina Belanger Receives NSF CAREER Award
With the prestigious award, Belanger will provide first-generation students the opportunity to participate in research aimed at building global benthic foraminiferal database
Mysterious Dunes on Jupiter's Moon Explained By Scientists' New Model
New research co-authored by Texas A&M’s Dr. Ryan Ewing shows how dunes on Jupiter’s volcanically active moon, lo, were formed.
Geology And Geophysics Students Experience Carbonates Up Close On Field Study Trip To The Bahamas
Dr. Juan Carlos Laya and undergraduate students spent an extended spring break in The Bahamas to investigate a modern carbonate platform
From First-Generation Student To Texas A&M Donor
Joanne and Lee Billingsley reflect on their fond Texas A&M memories and their inspiration for giving to the Department of Geology and Geophysics.
Tonga Eruption Is One For The Record Books
Department of Geology and Geophysics Professor Dr. Andreas Kronenberg explains why the recent Tonga eruption was one of the strongest ever recorded.
Texas A&M Geosciences Announces 2021 Distinguished Achievement Awards
Three outstanding geoscientists will receive the awards during the Distinguished Achievement Awards Gala Jan. 14, 2022.