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FUELING THE FUTURE (video)

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


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2017 Newsletter

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


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Paddling Down the Pecos

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


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How Did Lucy Die?

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


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10-Year Anniversary Research Symposium Talks

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


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Oldest Known "Squawk Box"

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


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GeoFORCE Texas

Changing lives since 2005


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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.

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Workplace Guidelines and Information

The Jackson School is dedicated to creating a positive, inclusive work environment that embraces diversity in all forms.

Jackson School Alumni

Tailgates, reunions and continuing education with your fellow alums

2017 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.

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

Jackson School News

April 20, 2018

On Earth Day, UT’s EarthDate Celebrates One Year of Exploring the Planet’s Mysteries

Did you know that 99.9 percent of species that have ever lived on Earth have perished, or that maps of the moon, Mars and even…

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April 12, 2018

Newly Discovered Salty Subglacial Lakes Could Help Search for Life in Solar System

Researchers from the University of Texas Institute for Geophysics (UTIG) have helped discover the first subglacial lakes ever found in the Canadian High Arctic. The two…

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April 5, 2018

Frohlich Named First Senior Research Scientist Emeritus

Cliff Frohlich has had a remarkable career at the University of Texas Institute for Geophysics, spending 40 years studying earthquakes of all kinds, whether they…

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March 27, 2018

Jackson School Mourns Passing of Longtime NPL Director

Ann Molineux passed away peacefully on Monday, February 12, 2018, losing the war against cancer but only after winning many battles during that seven year…

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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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