News & Events

The Department of Geography at UGA has been a leading center of scholarship about earth's landscapes and human relationships to the environment. Our inquiries encompass a wide range of topics, from the economies of cities and cultures of built landscapes, to tropical climates and the flow of polar ice sheets. Learn more about all the exciting things happening in Geography at the links below:

Graticule Weekly NewslettersDepartmental Articles

Latest News

Nik Heynen

Nik Heynen Awarded 2025 AAG James Blaut Award

UGA Geography Distinguished Research Professor, Nik Heyen, hasbeen awarded the 2025 American Association of GeographersJames Blaut award. The award was conferred at this year’s AAGannual meeting in Detroit, where Dr. Heynen delivered a lecture

Geography Dept. to Offer New "Climate Change Geographies" Certificate

UGA’s Department of Geography is proud to announce the approval of it’s newest undergraduate certificate, Climate Change Geographies.
Thomas Mote

Thomas Mote Named American Association for the Advancement of Science Fellow

UGA Geography Distinguished Research Professor and Associate Vice President for Instruction, Thomas Mote, has been named a 2024 American Association for the Advancement of Science Fellow for “extraordinary achievements leading to scientific advancement.” Dr.
more news

Support us

We appreciate your financial support. Your gift is important to us and helps support critical opportunities for students and faculty alike, including lectures, travel support, and any number of educational events that augment the classroom experience. Click here to learn more about how to help us grow.

Every dollar given has a direct impact upon our students and faculty.