AGI Press Releases

AGI is a dynamic organization that is constantly working to advance the geosciences. Stay up-to-date with the latest news and announcements from AGI through our press releases.

Webcast on Student Recruitment in the Geosciences Now Available from AGI

October 4, 2012

Alexandria, VA The American Geosciences Institute (AGI) is pleased to announce the availability of a recorded webcast of the September 20, 2012 webinar focused on student recruitment strategies for geosciences programs. The session was led by Dallas Rhodes (emeritus)… [Read More]

National Fossil Day to be Held During Earth Science Week 2012

October 1, 2012

Alexandria, VA - The American Geosciences Institute (AGI) and the National Park Service (NPS) invite you to participate in the third annual National Fossil Day on October 17, 2012 during Earth Science Week (October 14-20). National Fossil Day brings together… [Read More]

EARTH: Risky Business: Modeling Catastrophes

October 1, 2012

Alexandria, VA - The probability that a given natural hazard could become a natural disaster is higher today than at any previous point in history, largely because of population growth putting more people and infrastructure in harm s way. Who pays for the damage and how… [Read More]

EARTH: Bakken Boom and the New Wild West

September 24, 2012

Alexandria, VA — Diesel-soaked clothing, 90-hour work weeks, and the constant groaning of a multimillion-dollar oil rig towering overhead: Welcome to life in Williston, N.D., home of the United States latest oil boom. In this month s issue of EARTH Magazine, R. Tyler… [Read More]

Geologic Map Day: Celebrate October 19!

September 18, 2012

Alexandria, VA - Celebrate the first-annual Geologic Map Day! On October 19, as a part of the Earth Science Week 2012 activities, join the American Geosciences Institute (AGI), the Association of American State Geologists (AASG), and the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) in… [Read More]

AGI Releases the New 2012 Critical Needs Document

September 17, 2012

AGI has released the new 2012 Critical Needs Document, titled Critical Needs for the Twenty-First Century: The Role of the Geosciences. This document is a list of critical issues and policy recommendations for the next presidential administration, informed by AGI and… [Read More]

Earth: Antarctic Trees Surprise Scientists

September 12, 2012

Alexandria, VA — Contrary to previous thinking, the Antarctic continent has experienced periods of warmth since the onset of its most recent glaciation. A team of researchers has discovered that two brief warming spells, each lasting less than 30,000 years, punctuated… [Read More]

AGI to Provide Input on Critical Nations Document

September 11, 2012

On September 11th, the American Geosciences Institute (AGI) will participate in a focus group to discuss the United Nations process of defining Article 15 in the International Covenant of Economic, Social and Cultural Rights. Article 15 Recognizes the Human Right to… [Read More]

Promote Groundwater Safety: Protect Your Groundwater Day

August 28, 2012

Alexandria, VA - The American Geosciences Institute (AGI) is proud to support Protect Your Groundwater Day (PYGWD) on September 11, 2012. Groundwater is a critical source of fresh water for society, both in terms of potable water and agricultural and industrial needs.… [Read More]

Earth: Crowdsourcing for Quake-Monitoring

August 27, 2012

Alexandria, VA - Technology is creating a new breed of scientist. I m talking about citizen scientists - ordinary people and volunteers from all walks of life coming together to help monitor, and possibly mitigate the next big earthquake through an innovative program… [Read More]