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
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Interested in Grad School? Enroll in the National Name Exchange (NNE)
Students from the University of Maryland who are interested in graduate school are encouraged to enroll in the National Name Exchange (NNE). NNE is a program managed by the Council of Graduate Schools (CGS, a membership association of nearly 500 universities in the US and Canada with the mission of improving graduate education, to help students understand graduate programs, apply…
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What Can Australia Teach Us About Global Security?
Ever wonder what global security looks like from the other side of the world? Dr. John Blaxland, a leading expert on international security and intelligence from the Australian National University (ANU), will be joining our Applied GEOINT class on Monday, August 11, 2025 at 5:30 PM ET for a guest lecture titled: “Global Security Challenges:…
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Internship Opportunity – GIS Position
Appalachian Conservation Corps, in partnership with the National Park Service, is hiring a GIS Individual Placement with the Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail. Our intern will help organize and acquire geological and paleontological resources GIS data. The GIS IP will have a focus on paleontology and/or geology projects. This 25-week internship will run from Nov. 3rd, 2025 to April 24th, 2026…