Preparing Geoscience Professionals at University of the Pacific
Experiential Learning Department Culture Connections with Alumni
Experiential Learning Experiential Learning is one of the hallmarks of a Pacific education The Geosciences Department provides this in multiple ways: Field-based curriculum Internships Undergraduate Research
Field-based Curriculum All courses involve field work All upper level courses involve at least one multi-day field experience Field trips involve problem-based learning Students are involved in planning the trips
Internships Formal (students register for credit) Informal (student employment) Examples: Anderson & Associates (geotech. consulting) CalTrans DeltaKeeper CA Dept. of Fish & Game
Undergraduate Research Types of projects Part of faculty research programs Student-generated projects NSF-REU programs Students present at Pacific Undergraduate Research & Creativity Celebration (PURCC) in the spring
Department Culture Close interaction with students Intentional advising Guest speakers Within courses Evening lectures
Connections with Alumni Internships Guest speakers Job postings Grad school information