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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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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

10-Year Strategic Plan

Earth Transitions in Space and Time

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.

Find a Supervisor

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

Jackson School News

October 17, 2018

Texas Pterosaur Flies into Spotlight this National Fossil Day

The Texas Pterosaur, Quetzalcoatlus Northropi, is the featured specimen for this year’s National Fossil Day on Oct.17 ,2018. Get up to speed on this flying…

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October 10, 2018

Newly Described Fossils Could Help Reveal Why Some Dinos Got So Big

By the time non-avian dinosaurs went extinct, plant-eating sauropods like the Brontosaurus had grown to gargantuan proportions. Weighing in as much as 100 tons, the…

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October 4, 2018

A LIVING CLASSROOM: Generations of Geoscientists Will Benefit From Les and Dianne White’s Epic Donation

By Anton Caputo As Les White walks the 266 acres of his beautiful Hill Country ranch, he’s every bit the geologist. He knows every rock,…

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September 24, 2018

No Link Between Barnett Shale Natural Gas Production and Methane in Groundwater, Studies Conclude

AUSTIN, Texas — After four years of studies, scientists have found no link between methane present in water wells outside of Fort Worth and nearby…

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UTIG Seminar Series: Michael Tetley, Lyon

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OCT
26

Hot Science - Cool Talk \"Fire Ants, Crazy Ants & Zombie Ants\"

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De Ford Lecture Series: Kate Maher

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NOV
02

UTIG Seminar Series: Rosaly Lopes, Jet Propulsion Laboratory

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NOV
05

Alumni Reception during GSA in Indianapolis

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Ram Restaurant and Brewery, 140 South Illinois Street in Indianapolis

NOV
09

UTIG Seminar Series: Amy Clement, University of Miami

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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NOV
15

De Ford Lecture Series: Richard Fiorella

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
JGB 2.324


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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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