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In the heart of a dynamic geologic environment
Geology is the study of Earth and other planetary bodies; their composition, structure, and evolution. The Portland State University Geology Department excels at both teaching and research, partnering with local businesses, government, regional universities and K-12 schools. We are situated in the Pacific Northwest, a dynamic geologic environment. We capitalize on our unique location and the diversity of our faculty and student body.
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Geology SOE Seminar Series 4/14/21
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Wednesday, April 14th at 4:00 pm
“How Will Climate Change Impact Water Management
and Rating Curves for…
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2021-04-15 23:00:00
2021-04-14 05:25:23
Geology SOE Seminar Series 4/14/21
Please join the Department of Geology
Wednesday, April 14th at 4:00 pm
“How Will Climate Change Impact Water Management
and Rating Curves for Columbia River Dams?”
Ben Zelinsky, Bonneville Power Administration
This is a virtual event held on Zoom:
Meeting ID: 929 4486 8945
Password: SeminarWRS
geodept@pdx.edu
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geodept@pdx.edu
with any questions
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Geology SOE Seminar Series 4/21/21
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Wednesday, April 21st at 4:00 pm.
“Environmental Justice and Urban Innovation"
Dr. Elizabeth Mack, Michigan…
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2021-04-21 23:00:00
2021-04-14 05:25:23
Geology SOE Seminar Series 4/21/21
Please join the Department of Geology
Wednesday, April 21st at 4:00 pm.
“Environmental Justice and Urban Innovation"
Dr. Elizabeth Mack, Michigan State University
Elizabeth Mack is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geography at Michigan State University where she teaches courses in economic geography. Dr. Mack's research program evaluates the impact of emerging technologies on the development trajectory of regional economies. This research program includes broadband infrastructure deployment policy issues as well as the impacts of broadband on business location. Recently, Dr. Mack’s work is focused on understanding entrepreneurial ecosystems, water affordability, and spatial data uncertainty.
This is a virtual event held on Zoom:
Meeting ID: 929 4486 8945
Password: SeminarWRS
geodept@pdx.edu
with any questions
geodept@pdx.edu
with any questions
America/Los_Angeles
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Geology SOE Seminar Series 4/28/21
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Wednesday, April 28th at 4:00 pm.
“Modeling the Effects of Projected Climate Change on Hydrology in the…
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2021-04-28 23:00:00
2021-04-14 05:25:23
Geology SOE Seminar Series 4/28/21
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Wednesday, April 28th at 4:00 pm.
“Modeling the Effects of Projected Climate Change on Hydrology in the Stillaguamish River Basin"
Dr. Bob Mitchell, Western Washington University
Dr. Mitchell's actionable science research program focuses on water-resource issues in the Puget Sound region including modeling the effects of projected climate change on mountain hydrology and hillslope processes. This has been instrumental to government agencies and regional Indian Tribes in making management and policy decisions regarding water quantity and quality in Washington State.
This is a virtual event held on Zoom:
Meeting ID: 929 4486 8945
Password: SeminarWRS
geodept@pdx.edu
with any questions
geodept@pdx.edu
with any questions
America/Los_Angeles
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Geology SOE Seminar Series 5/5/21
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Wednesday, May 5th at 4:00 pm.
“ Dam Management Affects Gross Primary Production Up to 400 km Downstream in…
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2021-05-05 23:00:00
2021-04-14 05:25:23
Geology SOE Seminar Series 5/5/21
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Wednesday, May 5th at 4:00 pm.
“ Dam Management Affects Gross Primary Production Up to 400 km Downstream in a Large Desert Southwest River"
Dr. Bridget Deemer, USGS
This is a virtual event held on Zoom:
Meeting ID: 929 4486 8945
Password: SeminarWRS
geodept@pdx.edu
with any questions
geodept@pdx.edu
with any questions
America/Los_Angeles
public
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