Program Overview

Department of Geography

The Department of Geography offers various programs for undergraduate and graduate students.

Undergraduate Program

• The undergraduate program includes:
  • Major in Geography
  • Minor in Geography
  • Major in Environmental Studies
  • Minor in Environmental Studies
  • Minor in International and Global Studies
• The program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of geographical concepts, theories, and methods.
• Students can choose from a range of courses, including:
  • Course Descriptions
  • Course Schedule
  • Prizes & Research Stipends
  • Rutgers Undergraduate Geography Society (RUGS)
  • Study Abroad Program
    • Study Abroad Options

Graduate Program

The graduate program is designed to provide advanced training in geographical research and analysis.

Course Details

01:450:213 The Global Climate System

• Course Code: 01:450:213
• Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
• Credits: 3
• SAS Core Certified: NS
• Description: Climate is much more than just an average of weather conditions over an extended period of time. Rather, climate in the broadest sense involves a series of energy transformations and exchanges within and between the atmosphere and the underlying surface.

Resources

• Computing FAQ & lab schedule
• Historical Maps of New Jersey
• Olde New Brunswick, NJ
• New Jersey Atlas
• Mapmaking Services
• New Jersey State Climate Office
• Global Snow Lab

News & Events

• Geography Department's 75th Anniversary
• Upcoming Events
• Past Events
• New and Noteworthy
• MaGrann Conference
• Rutgers Geography Through the Years
• Publications

Support Us

The Department of Geography welcomes support from alumni, friends, and organizations.

People

• Faculty
• Department Leadership
• Staff
• Graduate Students
• Visiting Scholars

Advising

• Advising Appointment Schedule
• Undergraduate Advisor: Paul O'Keefe
• Undergraduate Advisor: Nate Gabriel (on leave AY 25-26)

Honors

The Department of Geography offers honors programs for undergraduate students.

Careers

The Department of Geography provides career guidance and support for students.

Certificates

The Department of Geography offers various certificates for undergraduate students.

Internships

The Department of Geography provides internship opportunities for students.

Alumni

The Department of Geography maintains a strong connection with its alumni.

Teaching Lab Schedule

• Teaching Lab Schedule (B266)

Academic Calendar

The Department of Geography follows the university's academic calendar.

University Schedule Of Classes

The Department of Geography offers a range of courses, which can be found in the university's schedule of classes.

Web Registration System

Students can register for courses using the university's web registration system.

Accessibility Resources

The Department of Geography is committed to providing accessibility resources for students with disabilities.

Rutgers is an equal access/equal opportunity institution

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to direct suggestions, comments, or complaints concerning any accessibility issues with Rutgers websites.

Copyright

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