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Coming in 2024: Meteorology

The Department of Geography is excited to announce the Bachelor of Science program in Meteorology has been approved and will begin in Fall 2024. The evolving weather, water, and climate enterprise requires the next generation of atmospheric scientists. Our program provides broader geographic training and aims to build skills that crosscut from meteorology to applied […]

Four Award Winners from 2024 Florida Society of Geographers

A picture of ten of the presenters who attended the conference.

The Florida Society of Geographers recently convened for its 60th Annual Meeting. This year’s event was held on February 16-17 in St Augustine, FL. A group of 12 graduate students from the department attended the meeting. The best oral and poster presentations are annually recognized at the undergraduate, masters, and doctoral level. This year, our graduate […]

Chair’s Corner

Women in UF shirts standing in a row

Dear Colleagues and Friends of UF Geography, Greetings! As I sit down to compose this update, my heart swells with pride over the remarkable strides our department has made. It’s a joy to share with you the exciting developments that continue to shape the vibrant tapestry of UF Geography. Personal Adventures in Research Before diving […]

UF Geography Students Shine at 2023 SEDAAG Meeting in Norfolk, VA

The University of Florida’s Geography Department marked a significant milestone at the 2023 Southeastern Division of the American Association of Geographers (SEDAAG) meeting held in Norfolk, VA. This year’s conference, hosted at the Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel from November 18-20, witnessed an unprecedented participation from UF, with 18 students attending, thanks to the generous contributions […]