University of North Alabama Department of Geoscience

10/08/2026

Last week, Dr. Moore led the League of Outdoor Women on a geology hike at Cane Creek! 🥾🪨 Participants got to explore the area while learning more about the geology and natural features of the trail. 🌎

09/27/2026

Drs. Ackom, Moore, Benedetto (our newest professor), Balentine, and Pretes all represented Geoscience at the UNA Major Discovery Fair last week. Meanwhile, Dr Mighty was the moderator for the Major Discovery Fair STEM Career Panel. These events gave high school students an opportunity to explore possible majors if they attend UNA. We hope many of them will choose Geography and GIS!

09/25/2026

Dr Pretes gave a presentation about Portugal at the Florence-Lauderdale Public Library as part of a month-long "community read" event for the novel Theo of Golden (the main character in the novel comes from Portugal). The reading event was sponsored by the Alabama Humanities Alliance.

09/24/2026

Did you know through our University of North Alabama Partnership, Alexander Land Surveying, INC. has had the opportunity to hire talented students from UNA’s Geography Department who have gone on to become full-time members of our team?

Our employees are also eligible to receive a 20% tuition scholarship at UNA, helping support continued education and professional growth.

We’re proud to invest in local talent and proud to be a University of North Alabama partner! 🦁💜💛

09/22/2026

The Geoscience department's September cookout was a great success! Chef Matthew Balentine grilled hamburgers and hotdogs despite the 98 degree weather and no one left the cookout hungry! Stayed tuned for announcements about upcoming department events!

09/18/2026

🦁 Next weekend, CASE is kicking off UNA Family Weekend with a special presentation! 💜

We’re pleased to announce Dr. Jerome Goddard of Mississippi State University Extension as the featured speaker for the 2026 Sunseri Speaker Series on Saturday, September 26.

An internationally recognized public health professor and medical entomologist, Dr. Goddard has a unique talent for bringing science to life. From his work in the Bug Kingdom to his creative presence on platforms like TikTok and YouTube, his approach demonstrates how creativity can open new doors to scientific discovery and communication.

The Sunseri Speaker Series was established through the generosity of UNA alumnus David Sunseri in honor of his late sister, Jennifer Leigh Sunseri, and celebrates the intersection of creativity, the arts, and the sciences.

📅 Saturday, September 26 | 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
📍 Wendell Gunn Commons 330
🎟️ Free admission | Reception to follow

Make plans now to join CASE next weekend for an inspiring hour of science, creativity, and discovery!

09/18/2026

Dr Pretes was in Washington DC last week to attend the American Association of Geographers (AAG) Council Meeting. Dr Pretes is a member of the AAG Council and also the chair of the AAG Publications Committee. In addition to the two-day meeting he also met with colleagues at the World Bank and British Embassy.

09/14/2026

Earn two general education requirements (History and Geography) in just one month while studying abroad in Jamaica! 🇯🇲🌴

Join us from May 13 to May 26, 2027, for an incredible faculty-led study abroad program in Jamaica—the home of Bob Marley, Blue Mountain coffee, and beautiful beaches.

What's Included: All meals, travel, lodging, and unforgettable cultural experiences.

Scholarships are available to help fund your trip!

Interest Meeting: October 6

Come check us out and learn how you can knock out your history and geography requirements while exploring the rich landscapes and history of Jamaica!

09/13/2026

09/11/2026

Pictured is Dr. Chen with a new group of 1+2+1 students! We are so happy to have them join us!