In September, the Oklahoma Geological Survey opened its doors for its first Geologist Office Hours. Members of the public came to the Oklahoma Geological Survey office at Sarkeys Energy Center to have rock, fossil and mineral specimens identified. It was a success and is now a monthly event! Update from the Inaugural Geologist Office Hours […]
Month: September 2021
OU Petrobowl Team Makes History with Fifth International Win
The University of Oklahoma Society of Petroleum Engineers student chapter has made history again, claiming their fifth title as SPE PetroBowl® International Champions. In doing so, the team bested their own record, made at last year’s competition, when they became the first team to reach four international championships. “This incredible international victory by […]
Mewbourne College Welcomes Four New Faculty Members
The Mewbourne College of Earth and Energy is welcoming four new faculty members this year to fill key positions within the School of Geosciences and the Mewbourne School of Petroleum and Geological Engineering. School of Geosciences Caitlin Hodges is a critical zone geoscientist working at the interface of soil science and biogeochemistry, pursuing fundamental research […]
To the Field and Back Again: OU School of Geosciences Celebrates 120 Years of Geology Field Trips
By Sarah Warren For geoscientists, field trips are many things: Necessary. Eye opening. They are an initiation, the first taste of a profession that exists equally in the lab and in the field. They are magic – bringing to life concepts known only in charts or formulas. They invite students to return home with […]
Fall 2021: Letter from Dean Stice
Dear Mewbourne College, The 2021 school year has begun and already we have good news to share. INAUGURATION The University of Oklahoma recently celebrated the inauguration of our 15th president, Joseph Harroz, Jr. I’ve known Joe for many years. I respect his leadership and think he has done an outstanding job during […]