As the science of the Earth, geology provides the framework for evaluating many scientific and social issues, from the use of natural resources to the mitigation of natural hazards.Wooster’s geology curriculum is designed to provide a forum for discussion of such issues as well as a broad background for students desiring a career in geology.

Wooster Geology majors enter a variety of occupations following graduation. Over half continue their studies in graduate school, receive an advanced degree in the geological sciences and enter a related profession. Perhaps the largest field of employment for our majors has been education, including college, early childhood to adolescent to young adult level teaching. Many Geology majors go directly into geologically related jobs, such as the environmental science industry, particularly environmental geology, hydrogeology, and environmental ethics/policy.