Geography & Atmospheric Science
Geography and Atmospheric Science at KU offers cutting-edge research and a rigorous education to make a real-world difference in people's lives.
About Our Programs
Geography
The study of geography encompasses landscape and physical features of the planet and human activity, the environment and resources, migration, and much more.
Atmospheric Science
The study of atmospheric science enables us to understand human interactions with the environment and generate solutions that make a real difference in people’s lives.
Geography and Atmospheric Science Events
News from the Geography & Atmospheric Science Department
KU doctoral student wins competitive fellowship for international research
Carolisa Watson, doctoral student in geography at the University of Kansas, has earned the distinguished Dwight D. Eisenhower/Clifford Roberts Graduate Fellowship from the Eisenhower Institute at Gettysburg College.
Good Fire at Field Station
The Lawrence Kansas Times reported on Assistant Professor Melinda Adams' prescribed burn at the KU Field Station on Saturday November 2.
Open Access Week
A short video featuring Shannon O'Lear discussing Open Access.
Drones and Donuts was a success
The KU Geography & Atmospheric Science Department hosted “Donuts and Drones” on Saturday morning. Thanks to the leadership and preparedness of Prof. Taylor Tappan, students learned drone basics, professional applications, and were accredited recreational flyers much to the curiosity of passers-by on Wescoe Beach.