Earth, Environmental and Geographical Sciences
Our department's name reflects our foundation in geography as the study of the Earth as the home of humans. Teaching and research in our department emphasize physical and biological aspects of the environment and how people interact with the natural world.
Explore Programs
The Earth, Environmental and Geographical Sciences (EEGS) offers undergraduate programs in Earth Science, Environmental Studies and Sustainability, Environmental Science, and GIS & Technology, as well as a certificate in GIS, and five minors. We also offer a Master of Science in Sustainability program.
Rigorous Preparation
EEGS offers a variety of courses spanning the geosciences, environmental science, environmental studies, sustainability, and Geographic Information Systems and remote sensing. The department is committed to excellence in teaching and preparing students for the future.
Dedicated Faculty
The faculty and staff of our department are dedicated to helping our students achieve their goals at NMU while planning for the future. We believe in providing a broad, rigorous academic background that includes field experiences and hands-on learning opportunities.
Student Opportunities
We engage students with various research initiatives and community events. Each semester, students in our programs gain professional experience in environmental fields. We assist students in arranging internship opportunities at federal or state agencies, private companies, environmental consulting firms, and non-profit organizations.
Undergraduate Certificate Program
Undergraduate Courses
EEGS offers a variety of courses spanning the geosciences, environmental science, environmental studies, sustainability, and Geographic Information Systems and remote sensing. The department is committed to excellence in teaching and preparing students for professional careers in education, governmental service, the private sector, and graduate study through hands-on and service-learning experiences.
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Graduate Courses
EEGS offers a variety of courses spanning the social, economic, and environmental components of sustainability, as well as proposal writing and development, community planning, and Geographic Information Systems and remote sensing. The department is committed to excellence in teaching and preparing graduate students for professional careers in education, governmental service, the private sector, and graduate study through hands-on and service-learning experiences.
Latest EEGS News
Stock receives 2026-2027 NMU's prestigious Excellence in Scholarship Award
Kusek receives 2026–2027 NMU's prestigious Faculty Leadership Award
Urban Geography students learn about rural healthcare and community planning
Mittlefehldt publishes research on the origins of cellulosic biofuels
Dedenbach receives 1st place distinction at national Society of American Foresters convention
Sustainability Lab hosts debate on AI and data centers
Stock chosen to represent AAG at UN climate conference
Students and faculty represent EEGS department at AAG West Lakes Regional Division Meeting
