In addition to being a significant component of the Global Studies Program, any Geography course will fulfill either the additional scientific or quantitative course or the social science requirement in the core. Some geography courses also double count as a global awareness course.

GEO 100 INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICAL AND HUMAN GEOGRAPHY
A general examination of everyday physical occurrences of the earth. A wide range of topics is briefly covered, including global warming, storms; earth-moon relationships; oceans; land forms; erosion; weather; and climate. Physical effects on the human environment, activities potential, and limitations are investigated. The course is geared to students with no background in physical science. Students who have taken GEO 101 or 103 should not enroll. Counts in the core as an additional scientific and quantitative reasoning course or as a social science. Also double counts as a global awareness course in the core. (Fall)
Hickey/Three credits

GEO 101 INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICAL OCEANOGRAPHY
An introductory look at physical and chemical properties of sea water, marine geology, ocean currents, tides, deep- ocean circulation, bottom topography, marine life, sediments, and the sea’s resource potential will be discussed. No science background is necessary, only an interest in the field. The purpose of the course is to give the student an overall understanding of the environment which constitutes 73% of the earth’s surface. Course counts in Core as Counts in the Core as an additional scientific and quantitative reasoning course or as a social science. (Spring, Alternate Years)
Hickey/Three credits

GEO 103 INTRODUCTORY METEOROLOGY
An introductory examination of our atmosphere with special attention being paid to the study of weather phenomena and their causes. Practical use of meteorological data, climatic controls, weather systems, and weather prediction exercises. No science background is necessary, only an interest in the field. Course counts in Core as an additional scientific and quantitative reasoning course or as a social science. (Spring, Alternate Years) Hickey/Three credits

GEO 108 WORLD POPULATION ISSUES
Lecture and open discussion on current population problems existing in the world today. Topics will include statistical processes; world food production and standards; female roles; adolescent pregnancy; migration; medical assistance; world economic issues; developing countries; issues on aging; foreign aid; and responses to population pressures, especially in urban areas. Same as SOC108. . Counts in the Core as an additional scientific and quantitative reasoning course or as a social science. Also double counts as a global awareness course in the Core. (Fall, Alternate Years)
Hickey/Three credits

GEO 134 CONSERVATION OF NATURAL RESOURCES
Topical study of issues relating to natural resources: their use, abuse, and future potential. U.S. resources will be stressed. A partial list of topics dealt with includes our carbon footprint, energy, alternative energy, water, fish resources, the Law of the Seas, waste disposal, environmental laws, and effective regional planning. Other issues will arise from class projects and discussion. Counts in Core as an additional scientific and quantitative reasoning course or as a social science. (Fall, Alternate Years)
Hickey/Three credits

GEO 222 REGIONAL GEOGRAPHY OF SOUTH AMERICA
A systematic study of the current physical and cultural landscape of the area south of the Panama Canal. Individual countries and discussions of issues concerning all of South America will be stressed. Topics to be covered include current political structures, resource base, agriculture, land tenure, and the economic development potential of South American countries. Western policy regarding this area completes the course. Open to all students. Counts in the Core as an additional scientific and quantitative reasoning course or as a social science. Also double counts as a global awareness course in the Core. (Spring, Alternate Years) Hickey/Three credits

GEO 232 REGIONAL GEOGRAPHY OF AFRICA
The object of this course is to attain a fundamental economics/geographic conceptual view of Africa as it exists  today. Political geography as well as the region’s physical terrain, climate, and resources will be studied. Land use patterns and the interrelationships between natural environment and human economic activities, especially AIDS, give focus to the materials. Readings on current issues are assigned. Western policy regarding this area completes the course. Open to all students. Counts as a second scientific and quantitative reasoning course, or as a social science course. Also double counts as a global awareness course in the core.
Hickey/Three credits

GEO 250 SPECIAL TOPICS IN GEOGRAPHY
Special topics in Geography are offered occasionally. These courses expand our current offerings and respond to changing student concerns, interests or more general worldwide topics of importance. These courses can be interdisciplinary in nature. They will be taught at the intermediate level. Some may require prerequisites or could be restrictive in some other manner. Counts in Core as either an additional scientific or quantitative option or a social science option.

GEO 252 INTRODUCTION TO LAND USE POLICY
The course reviews many landmark land use and legal cases, which established land use planning in the United States beginning in the 20th century. Historic, precedent setting, cases will be discussed. Topics such as nuisance, zoning regulation, spot zoning; aesthetic planning, resource protection and general due process will be discussed. Some geographic and urban theory as it applies today, will be reviewed. No knowledge of law is necessary. This is not a class in law but is based on legal applications of land use policy. Class discussion and case readings are the focus of the class. Counts in Core as either an additional scientific or quantitative option or a social science. (Spring, Alternate Years)
Hickey/Three credits

GEO 399 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN GEOGRAPHY
Individually supervised study with one or more professors on an advanced topic. Open to qualified Juniors and Seniors with the permission of the department chairperson. Counts in Core as either an additional scientific or quantitative option or a social science. (Fall/Spring)
Hickey/Three credits