We are sad to report the passing of Mr. Tom Joiner, distinguished alumnus, former Alabama State Geologist, businessman, and philanthropist. […]

Legendary geologist, teacher, and mentor, Dr. Gary Hooks, passed away at the age of 91. He profoundly influenced generations of […]

Lindahl Ph.D. and M.S. Scholarships: The University of Alabama, Department of Geological Sciences seeks highly qualified Ph.D. and M.S. students […]

Geology majors established a University of Alabama chapter of the American Institute of Professional Geologists (AIPG). This is the first chapter […]

Dr. Rona Donahoe is the new President of the University of Alabama Faculty Senate. More details can be found in […]

Congratulation to Souvik Bhattacharjee, Raleigh Koeberle, Lauren Parker, and Leah Travis Taylor on earning a 2018 Research Grant from the Geological Society […]

Professor Delores Robinson was recently elected as a Fellow of the Geological Society of America (GSA).  Her important contributions to understanding […]

Greg Gushurst, MS student who works with Dr. Mahatsente, was recently accepted into a geophysics short course at ExxonMobil’s Houston campus […]

The Department of Geological Sciences stole two of the trophies at the Three Minute Thesis Finals last evening (November 13th)! Christine […]