BS Geology

Geology is the study of the earth, the rocks and minerals that compose the earth, and the processes that have shaped and continue to shape our planet. Geology also includes the study of the history of life on earth and how these organisms and the earth have changed over earth's history. Understanding geology provides an important foundation for understanding environmental issues such as groundwater pollution, mitigation of natural hazards, and climate change. Ashland provides its majors in geology with a broad training that emphasizes both hands-on laboratory training as well as extensive field experience. Students have the opportunity to conduct independent research with one of our faculty. A majority of our graduates continue their studies in graduate school, and Ashland graduates have been successful in obtaining a wide range of positions with natural resource and environmental companies and with governmental agencies.