Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences
Chair: Cindy Shellito, Ph.D.
Location: Ross Hall 3235
Telephone: 970-351-2491
Website: www.unco.edu/nhs/earth-atmospheric-sciences/
Faculty: Steven Anderson, Ph.D.; Graham B. Baird, Ph.D.; Sharon Bywater- Reyes, Ph.D.; Joe T. Elkins, Ph.D.; Wendilyn Flynn, Ph.D.; Timothy Grover, Ph.D.; David Lerach, Ph.D.; Cindy Shellito, Ph.D.; Byron M. Straw, M.A.
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The Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences includes the disciplines of geology, meteorology, climate science, oceanography and environmental sciences. Geology is the study of the earth, its structure, composition and history. Meteorology is the study of the atmosphere and the weather phenomena that affect our daily lives. Climate Science is the study of how changes in the climate system impact the natural and human-built environment. Oceanography is the study of the physical, chemical and biologic characteristics of the world's oceans. Environmental science synthesizes knowledge from various fields and applies it to solving a wide variety of environmental problems. The undergraduate program in the earth sciences provides preparation for professional careers in geology, meteorology, secondary-level earth science teaching, climate change adaptation and the environmental industry.
The Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences emphasizes the integration of field and laboratory study and students are encouraged to undertake independent research projects and internships.