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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

August 8, 2018

FELLOWSHIP FOR EER STUDENTS MEMORIALIZES ENERGY EFFICIENCY PIONEER: CLEAResult Helping Students and Honoring Their Founder

Glenn Alan Garland spent his career as a visionary in energy efficiency, an arena where policy, technology and leadership can come together to benefit society,…

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July 24, 2018

UTIG Director Quinn Joins National Science Foundation

University of Texas Institute for Geophysics (UTIG) Director Terrence M. Quinn has stepped down from his position to join the National Science Foundation (NSF) as…

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June 20, 2018

T. Rex Couldn’t Stick Out Its Tongue, New Research Shows

Dinosaurs are often depicted as fierce creatures, baring their teeth, with tongues wildly stretching from their mouths like giant, deranged lizards. But new research reveals…

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June 13, 2018

Antarctic Ice Shelves Compromised by Combined Effects of Ocean and Atmosphere Warming

An international team of scientists has discovered that the world’s ice shelves are being destabilized by forces from above and below, and have documented for…

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UTIG Seminar Series: Stephen Phillips, UTIG

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UTIG Seminar Series: Liming Li, University of Houston

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UTIG Seminar Series: Amanda Thomas, University of Oregon

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Save the Date - Annual Tailgate Party - Time TBD

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Holland Family Student Center, Jackson Geological Sciences Building

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Texas Geosciences Career Fair 2018

10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
San Jacinto Multipurpose Room

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UTIG Seminar Series: Cynthia Ebinger, Tulane University

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

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De Ford Lecture Series: Yanjing Liu

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
JGB 2.324

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UTIG Seminar Series: Yige Zhang, Texas A&M University

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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