Michigan State University's Earth and Environmental Sciences is a rapidly growing department on the leading edge of change in geoscience. We share a common interest in solving problems of the natural world and believe that requires an interdisciplinary approach. Our commitment is to provide the highest caliber of instruction in a setting that promotes pure and applied research, as well as public service. We offer substantial resources for graduate funding and undergraduate research. Our faculty serve the public by providing scientifically informed comment on important issues and events. Our alumni enjoy success in a variety of fields including education, industry, government and academia.