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About GEOTERPS

Hello, Geographical Sciences community!

We are thrilled to launch GeoTerps, a vibrant space for all members of our department—undergraduates, graduates, faculty, and friends of the Geography Club and GGSO. This blog is designed to foster communication, collaboration, and connection within our community, all while embracing our mission to Be Global.

In GeoTerps, you will find:

  • Updates and Announcements: Stay informed about departmental news, events, and opportunities.
  • Student Spotlights: Share your experiences, research, and interests with your peers.
  • Opportunities: Discover internships, job openings, workshops, and events that support your academic and professional growth.
  • Discussions and Insights: Engage in conversations about geography and its many intersections with our world today.

We invite everyone to contribute! Whether you want to highlight a project you are passionate about, seek advice, or promote an event, this space is for you.

Be sure to subscribe to stay connected and receive notifications for future posts. Together, let us make GeoTerps a dynamic platform where we can all thrive and embrace our global perspectives.

We look forward to your contributions and are excited to see how this space will grow.

Let’s embark on this journey together—Be Global!

— The Department of Geographical Sciences Advising Team, GGSO & Geography Club


Recent Posts on GEOTERPS

  • Opportunity to Meet with SERC, this Friday!

    Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC) Information Session Join us this Friday, February 6th, at 3:00 pm for an info session provided by the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC)! SERC’s mission is to tackle the environmental challenges of the 21st century using science-based knowledge. By being a leader of research on coastal ecosystems, SERC’s work helps to inform…

  • Smith Minor Applications OPEN until Feb. 16th

    Smith Business Minor applications are now open until February16@11:59PM. Please share with your communities and on your college/department-level social media platforms. We are hosting one final in-person Smith Minor information session tomorrow, February 3rd VMH1407@5:30pm before the application deadline.

  • Undergraduate TA Positions-Spring 26

    Have you taken any of the following courses in the GEOG Department? Looking to earn additional GEOG Credits this Spring? If so we are looking for you!! We need a few students willing to support our fantastic and busy Undergraduate Faculty. The responsibilities of an Undergraduate TA Include: If you are interested email GEOG-Advise: geog-advise@umd.edu