Geo-Happenings

Sept. 6, 2022

Paleo Unpacking Party

For the first time in three years (pandemic...), the vertebrate paleo group and the Museum of Geosciences hosted the Paleo Unpacking Party. The event was a huge success, bringing in ~200 participants of all ages, including VT Prez Tim Sands and his partner Laura Sands! Scroll through the image carousel to see some photos.

Tom Burbey Career Celebration

On Saturday faculty and friends gathered at Steve and Bonnie's house to celebrate the career of recently retired Professor Tom Burbey. Click through the image carousel to see some photos.

Ali Namayandeh PhD defense

Ali Namayandeh successfully defended his PhD, under the supervision of Assoc. Prof. Marc Michel. Congratulations, Ali! Scroll through the carousel to see some photos.

New Student Welcome

Last week's GEOS Tuesday event was our annual New Student Welcome. Thanks to Mary Verne and Ella Davis for organizing and emceeing the event, and a "job-well-done" to all the presenters.

Faculty/Staff Coffee Hour

Last week saw our very first faculty/staff coffee hour, featuring our new Breville espresso machine. It was great to see folks enjoying good conversation with their lattes, espressos, and cafe americanos.

New River Cleanup

Last Saturday the Global Rivers Group, led by Assistant Professor George Allen, cleaned up the New River and Toms Creek as part of the Renew the New event. From left to right in the photo are: Carter Boyd (MS Geos), John Morgan (PhD FREC; MS with George at TAMU), Molly Stroud (PhD Geos), Emily Ellis (PhD Geos), and George.