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
- Jeff Lower becomes President of MAPPS
June 24, 2013
Congratulations and kudos to Jeff Lower, who holds both undergraduate and Master’s degrees from the Department. Jeff will become President ... - Dr. Peter Waylen named Gibson Term Professor
May 1, 2013
“Dr. Peter Waylen has been named a Robin and Jean Gibson Term Professor for 2013-2014. The honor recognizes faculty members who ... - Allassane Barro awarded travel URISA GIS
April 10, 2013
Congratulations to Alassane Barro, Ph.D. student in Geography. Alassane has been awarded an $800.00 travel award to attend the 4th ... - Krithi Karanth 2013 Outstanding Young Alumnus
March 14, 2013
The UF Alumni Association announced that Krithi Karanth has been selected by the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences as ... - 2013 Recipients of the Ryan Poehling Fellowship Award
September 25, 2012
December 2012. Two awards of $1500 are made annually to 2 graduate students who best exemplify the sustained academic excellence, ...