Major Decisions: Geology

Helping you choose which major to study and ultimately jumpstarting your college career, SUU is here with the unbiased opinion on each of its majors. This video highlights what a geology student will experience in the classroom, what careers are available and what types of student excel from the perspective of SUU professor Dr. Johnny MacLean.

Johnny MacLean received his Ph.D. in geology and is an expert in geology, structural geology, plate tectonics, environmental geology, geology of southern, and environmental sustainability.

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Twenty national parks and monuments are located within a 5 hour drive from Southern Utah University, making it the ideal location to major in geology. SUU’s undergraduate geology program takes advantage of some of the most diverse geology in North America. Students will study nearly 2 billion years of geologic history within a 100 mile radius of campus. These resources provide SUU geology students an opportunity to be involved in a variety of cutting edge research projects, greatly enhancing future career and educational opportunities.

The SUU Geology department trains students for professional, academic, governmental or teaching careers in the Earth Sciences. The geology major is research-oriented with strong lab and field components. SUU has a scanning electron microscope, x-ray analysis facilities, a complete sample laboratory and a state-of-the-art GIS lab to be used for individual research, class work and group projects.

SUU offers a unique setting to learn about geology in the world’s best backyard with state of the art equipment and unparalleled access to professors and industry experts. SUU’s degree in geology can provide a challenging and rewarding experience.

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