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Fall 2026

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Introduction to how the Earth system works and what makes Earth livable.

Offering recorded · Fall 2026

Workload centers on four non-cumulative exams. Some find exams tough due to content volume, while others report easy tests if attending lectures. Textbook reading is often considered optional.

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Spring 2022–Spring 2026

ENVIRST/GEOG 127 introduces physical environmental systems and their interconnections through case studies and field work.

Offering recorded · Fall 2026

Exams are considered difficult and heavily weighted, requiring students to study lecture notes and readings rather than relying solely on posted slides or lab work.

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Fall 2022–Fall 2025 · limited sample

GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES explores the global and local nature of environmental problems through an interdisciplinary and geographic perspective.

Offering recorded · Fall 2026

Grades rely on three exams and weekly discussion papers. Exams are frequently described as difficult, specific, or poorly worded, requiring strict attendance and note-taking as slides are often unhelpful.

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Spring 2022–Spring 2026

Examines conservation through a geographical lens, analyzing physical and social dimensions of environmental problems and debates.

Offering recorded · Fall 2026

The course is extremely easy, with exams based on provided review sheets. Turner requires reading and application of concepts, and he hosts review sessions before exams.

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Spring 2022–Spring 2026

GEOG 101 introduces human geography by exploring the dynamics that drive spatial interrelationships and divisions in space, society, and politics.

Offering recorded · Fall 2026

Students report a heavy workload with frequent large assignments and weekly quizzes. Quizzes are described as unnecessarily difficult, subjective, and containing confusing short-answer questions that require significant writing.

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Spring 2022–Spring 2026

An overview of GIScience and its technology, introducing geospatial data collection, representation, and tools like GPS and GIS.

Offering recorded · Fall 2026

Historical reviews of Qunying Huang: Workload is light with very few assignments and exams, but quizzes and exams carry heavy weight and may feature random questions from a test bank.

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Spring 2022–Spring 2026

GEOG 370 introduces cartography theory and map-making practice, covering scale, projections, and design.

Offering recorded · Fall 2026

The course features a high workload with tough labs and project-based assignments that vary in intensity. Students are advised to start labs early and attend office hours.

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Spring 2022–Spring 2026

GIS APPLICATIONS teaches the application of GIS techniques in physical and human geography through case studies and student projects.

Offering recorded · Fall 2026

Historical reviews of Axing Zhu: Labs are reported as a bit long, contributing to the workload, while lectures are considered great.

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Spring 2022–Fall 2025 · limited sample

GEOG 699 is a directed study course allowing students to conduct independent research or study arranged with a faculty member.

Offering recorded · Fall 2026

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Spring 2022–Spring 2022 · limited sample

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