Geology 104WR - Introduction to Geology and Physical Geography: 'Water Resources for Sustainable Communities'

How can we sustain drinking water resources at the scale of community? The goal of this course is to explore and extend geoscience approaches to managing the waters flowing in streams, lakes, wetlands, and underground. Topics include sources of drinking water, water quality and abundance, the hydrologic cycle, and intersections of water science with environmental justice. Drawing on methods from physical geography and hydrogeology, this course offers students opportunities to gather and interpret environmental data on campus, explore maps and cartography, and collaborate and dialogue with peers. Students at all levels of experience with science and dialogue are welcome.