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Scientific research continually changes our understanding of the universe

You can help foster ambitious Earth and planetary science by making a charitable gift this year to the Department of Geology and Geophysics, one of the world’s leading centers for research in the Earth sciences. Whether it is in the life, space, or planetary sciences, Geology and Geophysics researchers work at the forefront of their fields.

Geology and Geophysics Fund

Gifts to the Geology and Geophysics Annual Fund support scientists in their quest to understand the complex mysteries of the world around us. Your gift will advance the frontiers of science by helping our scientists build high-performance instrumentation, attract talented graduate and postdoctoral students, and provide funds for promising new research initiatives.

HAROLD T. STEARNS FELLOWSHIP

The Harold T. Stearns Fellowship is offered yearly to undergraduate or graduate students in the Department of Geology and Geophysics to support geological research of Pacific Islands and shorelines bordering the Pacific Ocean. Longtime department friend Dr. Harold T. Stearns endowed this award.

MARINE GEOLOGY RESEARCH GRANT ENDOWMENT

• AGATIN T. ABBOTT MEMORIAL FUND
  Each spring, this award is given to an outstanding graduating senior based on his or her academic record. In the event of a tie, the senior who contributed most to the department's programs will be selected. This award is presented in memory of department faculty member Dr. Agatin Abbott.
• WILLIAM T. COULBOURN FELLOWSHIP IN MARINE GEOLOGY
  The William T. Coulbourn Fellowship in Marine Geology is offered yearly to undergraduate or graduate students in the Department of Geology and Geophysics. The purpose of this award is to support student research in sedimentary marine geology. Requests of up to $1,000 are considered for each applicant. This award is given annually in memory of department alumnus and faculty member Dr. William T. Coulbourn.

UNDERGRADUATE SUMMER FIELD CAMP AWARD

Each year awards are given to Department of Geology and Geophysics majors to offset the cost of geology summer field camp. These awards are used exclusively to attend summer geology field camps outside of Hawaii.