Program Description
At Central Michigan University, students who’d enjoy solving geographic problems in city government, business, scientific research or public land management, will like this geography program with emphasis on geographic information sciences. Students acquire the necessary computer skills, learn to work in the field and office, and develop a mix of creative and technical talents. With a 6-foot-long unmanned helicopter equipped with a high-resolution digital camera, CMU geography experts are leading the way in research imaging of Great Lakes coastal wetlands. Through CMU's Center for Geographic Information Science, students will gain hands-on experience using the latest GIS hardware and software to provide geospatial research tools for solving academic, governmental and industrial problems. The geography department offers small classes, field trips and opportunities to work in close collaboration with faculty on research projects. Students will also gain professional development, resources and contacts through student organizations such as the Geography Club.
