The primary purpose of the UWSP Department of
Geography and Geology is to extend understanding of geography and
geology, especially through (a) providing a quality baccalaureate degree
program in geography and geoscience and minor programs in earth
science, geographic information systems (GIS) and spatial analysis,
geography and geology, (b) superior teaching of these subjects in
contribution to other programs and as components in the University's
base of liberal studies, (c) scholarly activity in these fields, and (d)
public service.