Geology

About

The Geology Department at WWU is committed to excellence in both teaching and research. Our goal is to offer the highest possible quality education in the geological sciences at the undergraduate and graduate levels. We strive to create student excitement about discovery and the process of geologic inquiry. We want all students to develop an appreciation of how geological processes affect the earth and society so that they will be environmentally responsible, scientifically literate citizens. We produce majors with an interdisciplinary content background in geology and the physical sciences who are competent in the field, who can work collaboratively, conduct original research, and communicate their results effectively.

Impact

In normal years, gifts to the Geology Department support student scholarships as well as activities that are vital for sustaining and improving the quality and reach of our programs. These latter activities have included support for innovative field- or lab-intensive courses, new instruments and equipment, vans, and other expenses associated with travel. However, this year, in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, our most critical need is to support students who are facing financial hardship. Whatever you are able to donate towards Geology students in need will be greatly appreciated!

You can also choose to support or read more about the Society of Economic Geologists

Your support helps Geology students achieve their goals. Read more about the different Geology department scholarships and awards offered to undergraduate and graduate students on the Geology website.

See the latest Geology Newsletter here!

Match

Robert and Bess Christman Scholarship Challenge

Thank you! The first $1000 in gifts to the Robert and Bess Christman Scholarship were matched dollar for dollar by their daughter Maureen Christman, in loving memory of the many ways they positively impacted the WWU and Bellingham Community.

$1,000 MATCHED

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Leaderboard

Top Five Fundraisers!

The WWU Alumni Association has rewarded the top five areas that secured the most donors on MAY 28 with a bonus of $1,000 each! Congratulations to our winners!

Rank	Prize	#WECARE	Donors
1	$1,000	Student Emergency Fund	199
2	$1,000	Men's Rowing	174
3	$1,000	Ice Hockey	151
4	$1,000	Cross Country & Track and Field	101
5	$1,000	Marketing Program	87
6		MSCM & Operations	72
7		WWU Racing	68
8		WWU Volleyball	56
9		Accounting Department	47
10		Computer Science	44
11		Donate to Fairhaven Here!	41
12		Woodring College of Education	41
13		Huxley College of the Environment	40
14		Chemistry Department	38
15		Geology	37

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$5,000

Whatcom Educational Credit Union Challenge

Now that we have reached $100,000 in dollars raised, a $5,000 gift from Whatcom Educational Credit Union has been unlocked!

$100,000 / $100,000 Raised

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$5,000

Whatcom Educational Credit Union Stretch Challenge

Now that we have reached $300,000 in dollars raised for WWU Give Day, ANOTHER $5,000 gift from Whatcom Educational Credit Union has been unlocked because WE CARE about WWU student success.

$300,772 / $300,772 Raised

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Areas you can support

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