The American Geosciences Institute (AGI) unveils the new Geoscience COVID-19 Impacts Study website, supported by the National Science Foundation (Award #2029570). The project website provides a wealth of data briefs, presentations, and an archive of oral histories from the project. Examining the Impact on the Geoscience Workforce and Academic Programs Over the past three years, the project has examined the nature and extent of the COVID-19 pandemic’s impact on the geoscience workforce and academic programs, from early effects to more permanent changes in the workforce and academia. [Read More]

Alexandria, Va. — The American Geosciences Institute (AGI) is pleased to host a new free, five-hour online course, “Unearth Your Future: How You Can Shape the Geoscience Profession for the Needs of the 21st Century” developed by Incorporated Research Institutions for Seismology (IRIS) and workforce diversity and inclusion expert Heather Houlton. This course is geared toward undergraduate students and shares new perspectives on geoscience and geophysics careers, workforce information, and key strategies for conducting a successful job search. [Read More]

Alexandria, Va. — The American Geosciences Institute (AGI) congratulates the winners and finalists of this year’s Earth Science Week art, photo, essay, and video contests. Creative submissions addressed the Earth Science Week 2022 theme of “Earth Science for a Sustainable World.” Organized by AGI, Earth Science Week is a celebration and public awareness campaign reaching millions of people worldwide each year with information about geoscience. The contests provide an opportunity for individuals to explore and demonstrate their understanding of Earth science. [Read More]

Alexandria, Va. — The American Geosciences Institute (AGI) is proud to celebrate its 75th anniversary with 25% or greater discounts on signature publications for the rest of 2022. Discounts on signature publications for the rest of 2022 include: The digital edition of AGI’s bestselling The Geoscience Handbook is discounted by 25% off its $40 retail price. The digital handbook is available here. If you or your colleagues prefer the printed version, The Geoscience Handbook print edition is also 25% off its $59. [Read More]

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — The American Geosciences Institute (AGI) is pleased to announce that the theme of Earth Science Week 2023 will be “Geoscience Innovating for Earth and People.” The event, to be held October 8-14, 2023, will emphasize the many ways that innovations in the geosciences are helping communities create healthier and increasingly sustainable lives, while accelerating environmental problem-solving around the world. Earth Science Week 2023 will explore established and emerging technologies and techniques used by earth scientists as they play a growing role in society through developing stable infrastructure; fostering sustainable water, mineral and energy resources; analyzing and applying data about the Earth; and keeping people safe from natural hazards. [Read More]

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — The American Geosciences Institute (AGI) is pleased to announce the launch of its next-generation platform for the Geoscience Online Learning Initiative (GOLI). The new platform provides enhanced features for content discovery, allowing students and other geoscience professionals to easily identify new courses across the entire GOLI catalog. Highlighting Flexible Learning Opportunities GOLI currently hosts dozens of vetted on-demand courses to support individualized and professional continuing education in a format that provides learners with the flexibility to actively self-pace their learning. [Read More]

Alexandria, Va. — The American Geosciences Institute (AGI) welcomes Keri A. Nutter as its new President Elect. Nutter, who was introduced in her new role along with President Jonathan Price and other members of the AGI 2022-23 Board of Directors earlier this month, is a continuing member of Board. Nutter is a Geoscience Manager at DOWL, a firm specializing in planning, surveying, engineering, environmental, and related services. A Certified Professional Geologist, she is a firm owner and manager of a team of engineers and geologists. [Read More]

Alexandria, Va. — The American Geosciences Institute (AGI) is pleased to recognize Dr. Sharon Mosher, Dean Emeritus in the Department of Geological Sciences at the Jackson School of Geosciences at the University of Texas at Austin (UT), as the 2022 recipient of the William B. Heroy Jr. Award for Distinguished Service to AGI. This award is given in recognition of exceptional and beneficial long-term service to the Institute. Dr. Mosher, a professor and William Stamps Farish Chair at UT’s Jackson School, has been a key collaborator on projects intersecting with AGI, including the National Science Foundation-funded efforts that resulted in Vision and Change in the Geosciences: The Future of Undergraduate Geoscience Education. [Read More]

Alexandria, Va. — The American Geosciences Institute (AGI) is pleased to recognize Dr. Lucile M. Jones, Founder and Chief Scientist of the Dr. Lucy Jones Center for Science and Society in Pasadena, California, as the 2022 recipient of the AGI Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Public Understanding of the Geosciences. Dr. Jones is a recognized expert in community earthquake safety and resilience, natural hazards, and disaster risk reduction. Following three decades of service as a U. [Read More]

Alexandria, Va. — The American Geosciences Institute (AGI) shares the news of the passing of colleague and friend Dr. William A. “Bill” Thomas on October 1, 2022. Dr. Thomas served as a Visiting Scientist at the Geological Survey of Alabama since 2010 and was the James S. Hudnall Professor Emeritus of Geology at the University of Kentucky. He also held positions as Professor of Geology at four additional institutions and as a geologist at Chevron Oil in his early career. [Read More]