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Time to register for GSA Connects 2024!

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The Sedimentary Geology Division is raising a toast to our amazing sponsors, Brunton and Rite-in-the-Rain, for making

our annual reception at GSA Connects 2024 unforgettable. Huge thanks for your incredible support!

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Announcements

  • SEPM Research Conference - Sedimentary Geology and Energy Transitions

    By: Amy Weislogel Amy Weislogel , 2 months ago
    Save the Date! June 1-5, 2025 - Salt Lake City, UT 
    Plan to showcase your research using sedimentary geology to advance cutting edge research, exploration, and decision-making in energy-resource development. This event will network professional sedimentary geologists in energy-transition fields, sedimentary geology researchers and students preparing for future careers as sedimentary geologists in the energy transition.
    Tentative Program/ Session Topics
    • Carbon Capture and Storage
    • Geothermal Energy
    • New Frontiers – Hydrogen, Critical Minerals, & Water Management
    • Energy Finance, Energy Justice, and Workforce Readiness
    • Field trip, site visit, and core workshop

    Abstracts Due Nov. 1

  • Upcoming Events and Opportunities with the Sedimentary Geology Division

    By: Macie Schiller Macie Schiller , 3 months ago

    The Sedimentary Geology Division has some exciting events lined up during the upcoming GSA Connects, and we’re looking for your participation!

    1. Student Research Poster Competition  

    Join us on Monday, September 23 in Hall D for the Sedimentary Geology Division and SEPM Student Research Poster Competition! We're also currently seeking judges to help evaluate the outstanding work of our student researchers. Your expertise will be invaluable in selecting the next generation of sedimentary geologists. Contact Andrew Leier at aleier@geol.sc.edu or Jason Flaum at jflaum@usgs.gov if you are interested. 

    2. Sedimentary Geology Reception

    Mark your calendars for the Sedimentary Geology Reception on Tuesday, September 24 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm in the Marriott, Platinum Rooms 7/8/9. This event will feature the presentation of awards, delicious appetizers, and a selection of fine beverages. It’s a fantastic opportunity to connect with colleagues, celebrate achievements, and enjoy a relaxed evening together.

    3. Sedimentary Geology Division Booth

    Be sure to visit the Sedimentary Geology Division Booth located by the main GSA Exhibit in the Expo Hall. We’ll have door prizes, swag, and items for sale, including our exclusive t-shirts. Come by and engage with the community while picking up some division memorabilia!

    We look forward to seeing you at these events at GSA Connects 2024 and appreciate your continued support of the Sedimentary Geology Division!

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  • Vote for SGD leadership roles!

    By: Amy Weislogel Amy Weislogel , 5 months ago

    Ballots are now open for the Sedimentary Geology Division Leadership!  The following positions will be on the ballot:

    • Vice-Chair
    • Student Representative (Two positions)

    Click now to vote -the ballot will be open through 5 July!

  • March Journal Club - registration open!

    By: Amy Weislogel Amy Weislogel , 9 months ago

    GSA Sed. Geology-SEPM journal club will meet March 28th at 1:30 ET/10:30 PST to discuss the paper by Rodriguez et al. (2020): "Long-term washover fan accretion on a transgressive barrier island challenges the assumption that paleotempestites represent individual tropical cyclones" in Scientific reports, 10 (1), p.19755: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-020-76521-4

    We hope to see you there - click here to register and attend!

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