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Science, Technology, and Society Studies

Sample Required Courses Popular Electives Why study science, technology, and society at Geneseo? How do science, technology, history, ethics, politics, and creativity all connect? This minor offers students an interdisciplinary framework for understanding how scientific knowledge and technological innovation develop—and how they shape and are shaped by historical, social, cultural, political, environmental, and economic forces.

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Sustainability Studies

The sustainability studies major is a great fit for students who are concerned about the environment and believe in an equitable society. The program provides interdisciplinary training in the social, economic, and environmental dimensions of sustainability.

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Physics

Physics is the study of how the universe works, from the smallest subatomic particles to the largest galaxy clusters. Physics majors at Geneseo develop advanced problem-solving skills and get hands-on experience with state-of-the-art lab equipment that is useful for a wide variety of technical careers.

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Neuroscience

The neuroscience major is an interdisciplinary program designed to prepare students for advanced studies in brain and cognitive sciences in a graduate school, medical school, or related health program, or for a career in the biomedical industry.

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Mathematics

The mathematics major combines a strong traditional math foundation with opportunities for student research, a successful adolescence education program, and preparation in applied mathematics and statistics. It challenges students to apply classroom learning and research to real-world problems.

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Geology students on a field trip in Chile

Geological Sciences

The geological sciences program is a great fit for students interested in the Earth, the environment, or even the nature of the environment on other planets. Geology students tend to enjoy activities outdoors—which is, after all, the real laboratory of the geoscientist.

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Chemistry

Chemists use atoms and molecules—the stuff that makes up all matter in the universe—and learn the science and art of transforming them to help solve critical 21st-century challenges.

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Biology

The biology major provides students with the broad background necessary for various careers in the biological sciences and medicine. Students gain an understanding of the basic principles of genetics, ecology, evolution, cell biology, and anatomy and physiology.

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Geography

Known as a “bridging” discipline that focuses on human-environment interaction, geography unites the natural and social sciences. Geneseo offers both natural science and social science courses, integrating them in areas such as sustainability, climate change, conservation, resource management, urban and regional planning, biogeography, and geographic information systems (GIS).

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