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FUELING THE FUTURE (video)

A group of Jackson School scientists and students embark on a high-stakes research mission

A tradition since 1950, the Newsletter highlights research, news and achievements by Jackson School faculty, students, scientists and alumni.

A first-hand account of the Carbonate Petrology class fall trip.

Professors from the Jackson School and the UT Department of Anthropology crack the coldest of cold cases.

Hear from the keynotes, panel speakers and 'The Jackson Five.'

Oldest Known "Squawk Box" Suggests Dinosaurs Couldn't Sing

Changing lives since 2005

Taking on 21st Century Challenges;
Creating 21st Century Leaders

The Jackson School of Geosciences at The University of Texas at Austin is among the most established and well regarded geoscience programs in the world. The school includes one of the country's oldest geoscience departments and two world-renowned research units:

Department of Geological Sciences Bureau of Economic Geology Institute for Geophysics

Get to Know Us

The Jackson School of Geosciences is one of the largest, and most prestigious geosciences programs in the world. We lead the way in geosciences education and research, and have strong ties to a global research network and industry partners.

What We Offer

We offer undergraduate and graduate degrees that combine rigorous classes, fieldwork experience, and opportunities to conduct research with award-winning faculty and research scientists. Our focus on "real world" experience helps prepare students for successful careers where they can create, innovate and lead.

The Core to the Cosmos

The Jackson School's research spans from the core to the cosmos, with our faculty and research scientists conducting work across Texas, the Earth, and our planetary neighbors to investigate fundamental questions about how planets work, and how to apply knowledge for the benefit of humankind.

A few of our

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Jackson School Alumni

Tailgates, reunions and continuing education with your fellow alums

2016 Newsletter

The newsletter highlights research, news and achievements by faculty, students, scientists and alumni.

Future of Geosciences Education

Dean Sharon Mosher is leading the NSF-sponsored effort to reshape geosciences education across the country.

Find a Career

Whether you're a student launching a career or an alumnus hitting the reset button, we can help.

Work at the Jackson School

The Jackson School of Geosciences is looking for top talent in a number of areas. Apply online now.

Find a Supervisor

Grad students work with over 82 scientists in 9 research disciplines.

Jackson School News

October 17, 2017

Upcoming Events

OCT

Alumni Reception during GSA in Seattle

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Daily Grill at 629 Pike St in Seattle

OCT

UTIG Brown Bag Talk: Enrica Quartini

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
PRC ROC Room 1.603

OCT

DeFord Lecture: Daniel Fisher

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
JGB 2.324

OCT

UTIG Seminar Series: Karen Fischer (Brown University)

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
PRC ROC Room 1.603

OCT

Hot Science - Cool Talk \"Human Mating Behavior\"

7:00 PM - 8:15 PM
Student Activity Center (SAC)

NOV

UTIG Brown Bag Talk: Naoma McCall & Sean Gulick

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
PRC ROC Room 1.603

NOV

DeFord Lecture: Brian Schubert

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
JGB 2.324

NOV

UTIG Seminar Series: David Kring (Lunar and Planetary Institute)

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
PRC ROC Room 1.603

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It was something that didn’t truly hit me until being out in the field, despite digesting the literature all throughout the spring.- Travis Clow, M.S. Student on field trip to Newfoundland

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FUELING THE FUTURE (video)

A group of Jackson School scientists and students embark on a high-stakes research mission

2016 Newsletter

A tradition since 1950, the Newsletter highlights research, news and achievements by Jackson School faculty, students, scientists and alumni.

Paddling Down the Pecos

A first-hand account of the Carbonate Petrology class fall trip.

How Did Lucy Die?

Professors from the Jackson School and the UT Department of Anthropology crack the coldest of cold cases.

10-Year Anniversary Research Symposium Talks

Hear from the keynotes, panel speakers and 'The Jackson Five.'

Oldest Known "Squawk Box"

Oldest Known "Squawk Box" Suggests Dinosaurs Couldn't Sing

GeoFORCE Texas

Changing lives since 2005

Taking on 21st Century Challenges;Creating 21st Century Leaders

Get to Know Us

What We Offer

The Core to the Cosmos

Latest Spotlights

Jackson School Alumni

2016 Newsletter

Future of Geosciences Education

Find a Career

Work at the Jackson School

Find a Supervisor

Jackson School News

Track Tremors Across Texas With New Website