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What we do: teaching and research from the microscopic to the planetary

If predicting the impacts of sea-level rise with GIS, growing your own crystals, and learning about the lithology of Mars all in one week sounds fascinating, then pursuing a degree from EES may be for you. Our strong alumni support, connections with the Kentucky Geological Survey, and research grants help provide student scholarships and research opportunities while our state-of-the-art facilities and supportive faculty ensure student success.



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Kentucky Geological
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Early career
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12.15.22
UK grad studies water resources in Ukraine through Fulbright scholarship
9.27.22
A&S Professor Part of Major Award to Study Methane in Coastal Wetlands
9.21.22
Award-Winning Mineral Collection Caps UK Alum’s Lifelong Interest in Geology
9.15.22
Through Fulbright Scholar Program, UK geology professor unravels the erosion of the Appalachians — from Ireland
8.29.22
UK-led project awarded $2.5 million by National Science Foundation to study climate change, biodiversity
6.24.22
A&S Students Form First Cohort of Kentucky Geological Survey Paul Edwin Potter Interns
3.21.22
UK Geoscience Alum Follows Passion for Earth Science Into the Distillery Industry
2.14.22
Registration Now Open for Conference on Climate and Health
2.02.22
Appalachian Forum Speaker Series to Feature Ann Harris, Nate Siggers and Eva Lyon
11.08.21
Geology Graduate Student Receives Grant for Studying Grand Canyon Cave
9.13.21
1st Research + Creative Experience Expo Coming to UK
9.08.21
UK-led Study Reveals Dramatic Impact of Climate Change in the Sierra Nevada
5.27.21
Doctoral Candidate Embodies International Reach of Arts & Sciences
4.13.21
A&S Faculty Member, Alumna Expand Access for Students Who Are Blind
4.06.21
Not Hot Enough: A&S Professor, Colleagues Explore Theories About Magnetism in the Earth’s Mantle
3.31.21
Cats in the Wild: UK, Aramark Offer Study Away Opportunities in the US National Parks
10.12.20
UK Professor Leads Major Study on Climate Impact in East Africa
10.06.20
"Picture a Scientist" Film Available for UK Community
6.03.20
The College of Arts & Sciences Commitment to Equity and Anti-Racism
5.27.20
UK Professor Bridges Gaps Between Geologists, Engineers
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Mathews Garden's Deep Roots: Jim Krupa
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Seeing No Limitations: Peter Price
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Testing Your Mettle: Michael Borque
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The Curse of Rafinesquina: A Prehistoric Mystery with Rebecca Freeman
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How To Rock the Geology World: Terry O'Hare
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Journeys to the Center of the Earth: Vanessa Santos
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2013 Ken Freedman Outstanding Advisor Award: Dave Moecher
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They Know H20: Hydrogeologists Jim Currens and Mike Farwell
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The Sea That Has Since Disappeared: Kentucky's Geological History with Frank Ettensohn
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Having a Blast: Volcano Demonstrations with Peter Idstein and Students
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New Major in Environmental and Sustainable Studies: David Atwood
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Underwater Cave Diving in the Bahamas: Stephanie Schwabe
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