May 6, 2025
Three geology faculty now honored as fellows of Geological Society of America
The Department of Geology and Environmental Geosciences has reached a significant milestone.
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Mar 27, 2025
Global classrooms: Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands
Combining geology and biology, students traveled to the high Andes mountains in Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands.
Mar 27, 2025
Global classrooms: New Zealand
Twenty-two students traveled to one of the most geologically active landscapes on the planet, New Zealand.
Feb 21, 2025
How one geology class led to a 10-day Alaskan adventure
In June 2024, geology students Ellie Spencer ’26 and Kate Marrs ’26 found themselves embarking on a journey to a remote island in Alaska.
Jan 9, 2025
Lafayette geology rocks with outdoor classroom
During the fall semester, this space quickly became a perfect learning environment for students studying and appreciating geology.
Aug 15, 2024
Celebrating faculty: David Sunderlin
Learn more about Prof. Sunderlin, John H. Markle Professor, Geology.
Jun 6, 2024
In the media: Prof. Germanoski quoted in WFMZ report highlighting continued dam removal work on Bushkill Creek
Dru Germanoski, Dr. Ervin R. Van Artsdalen Professor Geology, was interviewed by WFMZ for its June 4 report on the improving environmental conditions in…
Mar 19, 2024
A world of learning: The Hawaiian Islands
For 23 students, January was spent island-hopping across the Big Island, Maui, and Oahu, studying the morphology of the islands.
Jan 29, 2024
In the media: WFMZ highlights Lafayette’s partnership with Easton Cemetery
WFMZ featured the work of Paul Barclay, professor of history, and John Wilson, laboratory coordinator in the geology department, to digitize internment…
Dec 1, 2023
Prof. David Sunderlin led Weekend Wanderers tour at Easton Cemetery
David Sunderlin, Lafayette College professor of geology, led the Nov. 12 tour and focused on the geologic nature of Easton Cemetery.