Geography

About the Department

The department offers courses in human geography, physical geography, earth systems science, geographic techniques and methods and geology. Students may major in geography, social studies education options within geography or environmental studies; and they may minor in geography, environmental studies or geology. These areas provide preparation for both graduate study and immediate employment. Courses in all of these fields are valuable parts of a general liberal education, developing an awareness of earth phenomena and the role these play in people’s lives.

The Center for Geographic Learning was established in 2004. At the undergraduate level in association with the Hunter College School of Education and the New York City Department of Education, the Center will help prepare students who wish to become teachers of social studies or earth science. See “Options in Social Studies Education within the Geography Major” and “Preparation for Graduate Work in Teaching Earth Science,” below.

The social studies education options prepare students for a career in teaching social studies at the grades 1-6 or 7-12 levels. The geography major with electives in PGEO/GTEC and a minor in one of the sciences prepares students to pursue further study leading to a career in teaching earth science. Many of these courses are concerned with the environmental problems that are of so much concern today and can provide part of a well-rounded program of environmental studies.

Revisions in the curricula within the Department of Geography that are currently under way may involve modifications in various requirements. Please consult with the department office for up-to-date information and requirements.

Programs and Courses

Programs and Courses in Geography

Administration and Faculty

Department Office:

1006 North
(212) 772-5265
fax (212) 772-5268
Web site: http://geography.hunter.cuny.edu

Chair:

Ines M. Miyares
1003E North
(212) 650-3591
imiyares@hunter.cuny.edu

Faculty

Geography Faculty

HEGIS Codes: 2206 (Geography); 2205 (Adolescent Education); 4999 (Environmental Studies)