Who We Are
Geography is the geospatial science that explores the relationship between human and biophysical systems and deals with some of the most critical issues of our time such as environmental hazards, climate change, sustainability of resource management systems, international development, and community and urban planning. Understanding the concept of place, including how and why places differ from each other, is a central concern. Students who have social and economic interests can enter into careers in international development, urban and regional planning, geographic information systems, and environmental consultancy. Students who combine the study of socioeconomic factors and the biophysical world can work in resource management, conservation, environmental assessment, and watershed and coastal planning.
Recent News
- Dr. Sadie Ryan named 2017 Faculty Fellow of the Florida Climate Institute!
August 23, 2017
Dr. Sadie Ryan named 2017 Faculty Fellow of the Florida Climate Institute at the University of Florida. The Florida Climate Institute Faculty ... - UF Students and Faculty participate in College Board’s Annual AP Reading in Human Geography
August 16, 2017
Mr. Ryan Good, Dr. Dawn Nekorchuk, and Dr. Heidi Lannon were selected to participate in the College Board’s Annual AP ... - Dr. Simmons presents 2017 Aula Magna at Federal University of Pará, Brazil
July 7, 2017
Dr. Cynthia Simmons presents a series of invited lectures at a research meeting hosted by the Department of Geography, Federal ... - Ryan Good wins 2017 Graduate Assistant Teaching Award!
June 12, 2017
PhD student Ryan Good has just been awarded the 2017 Graduate Assistant Teaching Award! Congratulations, Ryan! Read more "Ryan Good wins 2017 ... - Dr. Jason Blackburn named Colonel Allan R. & Margaret G. Crow Term Professor!
June 7, 2017
Congratulations to Dr. Jason Blackburn, who was named a Colonel Allan R. & Margaret G. Crow Term Professor for the 2017-2018 ...