“WHY I WANT TO BE A GEOLOGIST.”
geologist, my aim is to create a database which can be utilized by other geoscientist who wish to apply Remote Sensing and GIS to other lithological formations around the world.
Throughout my research, I have found that, being a geolo- gist means understanding the interconnectivity of all Earth’s
systems. It provides the ability to grasp a full understanding of what came before and what has yet to come. As a geolo- gist, I wish to apply my knowledge of geospatial technologies in order to discover the many mysteries of the Earth and its formation, not only to benefit the geological community but aid individuals around the world.
Sydney O’Brien, SA-8506, West Georgia University
“The clearest way into the Universe is through a forest wilderness,” John Muir famously wrote. Though I had heard of John Muir and his legend- ary Sierra Club before, my first true exposure to his work on the preserva- tion of National Parks as well as his geologic studies occurred while visiting
Yosemite National Park. I was on a 53-day road trip around the country, inspired by one of the first geology classes I had ever taken, “Geology of the National Parks.” Having always been ambitious and curious, a lot of my time has been spent trying to figure out what I want to do in life. Growing up, I could never accept the notion of having a desk job until I retired, and as I began my freshman year, I felt confused. I joined the school’s rock climbing team, and quickly progressed in the sport as it became one of my biggest passions. As this passion grew, I whimsically decided to take a geology class, thinking “Hey, I like to climb rocks; why not learn about them too?!” When I took my first introductory courses, I immediately fell in love with geology, as I felt a fulfillment of my curiosity that I had never felt before. The study of geology allowed me to learn a variety of things that I had never even heard of before, and I began recognizing concepts from class as I was backpacking through the Grand Canyon or paragliding over the Swiss Alps. I was surrounded by geology, inescapable through my travels, but that is exactly how I knew that I was doing what I was meant to be doing.
Though I did not grow up loving geology, or even knowing what geology was, I have grown up with a passion for the Earth, spending most of my free time traveling outdoors. But, wanting to always learn and discover as much as I possibly could, I was lucky enough to find geology. Geology has opened up a universe of possibilities for me by virtue of my love for the wilderness, and through every field experience, mapping project, or paleontology trip, I somehow have fallen in love with the same subject in a multitude of different ways. I want to be a Geologist so that I can help other people do the same. As an undergraduate, community outreach is already extremely important to me. Because I was once a student who did not know what geology was, I want to be able to help people discover their passion and love for the Earth just as I have, but hope- fully a lot sooner. Additionally, the Earth is in need of people to take care of it now more than ever, and through education, research, and community outreach, we will continue to take steps in the right direction to preserve our planet for future generations of Earth lovers.
With every new class I take, I find another way to love and use geology in my everyday life. Whether I am on the trail backpacking to places I have never been before, or researching
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about the sedimentology of a pre-Clovis archaeological site, Geology has allowed me to find fulfillment and appreciation in this world that a once overly-curious girl was never able to find before. Because of this, I want to be a Geologist. I want to continue learning about the subjects that once sparked my interests so drastically that they lit a flame inside of me, and I hope to be able to commit my life to research and the advance- ment of the geosciences in every way that I possibly can.
GOLI - Converting Membrane Interface Probe Sensor Results into Volatile Organic Chemical Non Aqueous Phase Liquid Distribution Information SEPTEMBER 20, 2017 - 1:00 PM TO 3:00 PM EST
REGISTER AT
https://crm.americangeosciences.org/civicrm/ event/register?id=73&reset=1 INSTRUCTOR: ROGER LAMB, AIPG PROFESSIONAL MEMBER
Webinar Description
This course will focus on how to use Membrane Interface Probe sensor results in combination with soil and groundwater analytical results to map the distribution of volatile organic chemical non aqueous phase liquids. This presentation is aimed at teaching geologists involved in assessment and remediation work how to improve project outcomes.
CEU Credits
All registrants who attend the entire duration of this webinar will receive 0.2 CEUs from the American Institute of Professional Geologists.
College Course Participation
A faculty member can register on behalf of a course and/or group of their students to participate in the webinar. With this registration, the faculty member can submit up to 20 participating students for awarding of 0.2 CEUs to each of them by AIPG.
Event Fee(s) $125 - AIPG CPG Member $150 - AIPG Member $175 - Non-Member $30 - Student
$150 - College Class Registration (up to 20 students)
I have twenty plus years of consulting experience in contaminated land assessment remediation and environmental hydrogeology. I specialize in the development of real-time high resolution understanding of chemical releases and hydrogeologic conditions. This information is used to improve project outcomes by reducing project costs, increasing stakeholder engage- ment and guaranteeing a sustainable approach and wise investment of resources. During my career I have performed pioneering work in the area of TRIAD approach-type site characterization of LNAPL, DNAPL, VOC releases and buried waste. I was the first consultant in the world to apply high resolution investigation tools to remediation design/implementation.
www.aipg.org
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