Whether you can pinpoint the capital of Tajikistan on a map, or you’re fascinated by how societies are shaped by location, the Geography major might be for you. You’ll answer big questions about everything from climate change to the geography of commodities. You’ll learn to “think like a geographer,” researching people and the land they live on. You’ll get an overview of land change globally and within mountain systems. Employment of geographers is steadily increasing and listed among the top ten Best Science Jobs today. Geography jobs range from GIS (Geographic Information Systems) to urban planning to science writing. Want to travel the world to understand cultures within environments? Improve land use and transportation? Geography provides the wide range of knowledge and skills to get you there.
The Geology major constitutes a broad curriculum that allows students to obtain a sound academic and practical basis for professional geosciences careers. Common careers include private and public sector water, energy, mineral and other natural resources, geological hazards, regulatory management, and education. The major also provides a solid background for subsequent graduate training in specialized fields that include economic geology, hydrology, geophysics, environmental geology, resources management, public policy, and many other areas.
The Geophysics concentration combines a strong foundation in geology with additional depth in geophysics, physics, and mathematics, and in associated quantitative and computer skills.
Students take courses in language, literature, linguistics, culture, and practical applications such as Business German or translation and host cultural events through the German Club.
Health and Exercise Science majors are passionate about the human body, and they’re eager to understand the science behind how it works. Students study ways to impact physical activity, wellness, and disease prevention. Understanding the role of physical activity in preventing and treating disease and maintaining optimal health at any age is critical, and graduates with these skill sets are in high demand.
Health promotion is the science and art of helping people evaluate their lifestyle to move toward a state of optimal health. The Health Promotion concentration prepares students for numerous careers in corporate wellness, health clubs, and hospital, university, military, and insurance health promotion settings.
The Department of History at CSU develops thinkers, researchers, and writers. Our students take courses that bring history to life in unique and engaging ways and become the thought leaders of tomorrow. We offer a variety of classes, including Digital History, World Environmental History, and the History of America’s National Parks. Recent graduates have gone on to careers with the Denver Museum of Nature and Science, the National Forest Service, and Department of Defense.
The curriculum consists of a core of business, computer, and economics courses. In horticulture, students choose a special emphasis, or take an array of courses that may lead to greater job opportunities.
Specific courses include fruit and vegetable production, irrigation practices, soil fertility, propagation, breeding, and related plant pest management courses. Students must choose either the Production or Seed Science option.