Department of Geography and Environmental Studies
Make Your Mark On The World
Our mission is to provide students with educational experiences of the highest quality, to conduct vital research that benefits society, and to serve our communities, from the local to the international.
Undergraduate Students
Explore our program majors and minors
Graduate Students
Enhance your career with a graduate degree

What is Geography?
Geography is the study of places and the relationships between people and their environments.
Undergraduate Degrees
We offer a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) and Bachelor of Science (B.S.) undergraduate degree. You will be challenged with a comprehensive curriculum that will prepare you to solve real world problems.


MINORS
Choose from five minors
Master's Degrees
Earn your Master of Applied Geography (MA) or Master of Science (MS) degree with a wide range of research areas.


Explore our Doctoral Programs
Our doctoral programs train independent researchers and educators. Work with world class faculty to further your career.
Upcoming Events
- Location:
- JC Kellam Reed Parr Room (11th floor); Reed Parr Room
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- geography@txstate.edu
- Campus Sponsor:
- Department of Geography & Environmental Studies
Please join us in celebrating the incredible work of our students and faculty at our Department Award Celebration at the JC Kellam Building 11th Floor Ballroom on Friday, April 11. Following the awards, there will be a Networking Reception to allow students to engage with our incredible alumni and speak with those currently working in the field.
If you would like to connect with our highest achieving students about job opportunities, internships, or research, or would just like to celebrate the success of our department, we encourage you to attend!
Event Schedule
5:00-6:15 pm: Presentation of awards and scholarships
6:30-8:00 pm: Networking Reception
Registration is $10 per person and includes parking validation, food, and 2 drink tickets. Guests should park at the Edward Gary Parking Garage. If you are feeling generous, you may also donate to sponsor a table at the event!
Please Register by Sunday, April 6, 2025 at 11:59 pm. If you have any questions, please contact us at geography@txstate.edu. Click here for more information
more about event
If you would like to connect with our highest achieving students about job opportunities, internships, or research, or would just like to celebrate the success of our department, we encourage you to attend!
Event Schedule
5:00-6:15 pm: Presentation of awards and scholarships
6:30-8:00 pm: Networking Reception
Registration is $10 per person and includes parking validation, food, and 2 drink tickets. Guests should park at the Edward Gary Parking Garage. If you are feeling generous, you may also donate to sponsor a table at the event!
Please Register by Sunday, April 6, 2025 at 11:59 pm. If you have any questions, please contact us at geography@txstate.edu. Click here for more information