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Macalester College Geology Department


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Courses and Requirements

Student Research

Department Resources

Field Trips

Mac Geology Around the World










Welcome to Geology @ Macalester

Are you intrigued by the natural world?
Do you enjoy solving mysteries?
Are you interested in the environment and climate change?

The geology program at Macalester focuses on all aspects of the Earth. Students who take our courses explore the origin of the Earth and solar system, the formation of continents and oceans, the evolution and extinction of life, the distribution and availability of natural resources, and the impact of humans on the environment. (read more…)




News and Events

"Lacuna Bajada"

Department Barbecue

Tuesday, May 6th from noon to 1 pm

Webers Rock Garden

Come join your friends for food, fun and karaoke. Prizes for best singing performances.


Older news is available here.




Contact Us

Location: 1st Floor OLRI – West end
Geology Office: OLRI 118
Phone: 651-696-6105
Fax: 651-696-6122
Dept. Coordinator: Barb Ekeberg
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Alumni

Read about our alumni, find out about upcoming events, and view photos from past events here.


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