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"It is because of GeoX that I have chosen to pursue a major in environmental geosciences, with minors in geology and GIST."
Marissa Castillo ’20, Environmental Geosciences
faculty and student focus
Joseph Trujillo
Joseph Trujillo ’19 recorded daily weather forecasts for a local Spanish radio station while earning a double degree in meteorology and Spanish.
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Mia Self
Mia Self dove 2,500 meters deep in HOV ALVIN during a NSF-funded research cruise, led by a Texas A&M Oceanography professor.
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Dr. Wendy Jepson
Geography Professor Dr. Wendy Jepson recently helped bring the realities of water insecurity to life in a multimedia exhibit at the Michigan Science Center, in Detroit, Michigan.
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News
Texas Oyster Mariculture Stakeholder Meeting Slated For Jan. 25
A meeting for stakeholders in the Lower Laguna Madre will facilitate discussion on oyster mariculture in the area.
Epic South Pacific Expedition Is Special For Texas A&M Geosciences Dean
Dr. Debbie Thomas is co-leading an elite international team of scientists aboard a world-class research drillship.
Explanation Found For Die-Off Of Coral Reefs In Gulf Of Mexico
A Texas A&M Oceanography research team found that processes leading to hypoxia led to the death of parts of the reefs in the Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary.
Study Shows Earth’s River Ice Is Rapidly Declining
Texas A&M Geography’s Dr. George Allen co-authored research showing river ice has dramatically decreased over the past 30 years.
Co-Led By Geosciences Dean, IODP Expedition Studies Ancient Warm Climate Clues In South Pacific
Dr. Debbie Thomas is serving as co-chief scientist of the international expedition.
Julie Massey Honored With Distinguished Agent Title
In recognition of her longstanding service, Texas Sea Grant Extension Agent Julie Massey has earned the prestigious title of distinguished agent.
