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"Every man ought to study Geography, Governments and languages, so that he may be able to go forth to any nation and before any multitude with eloquence."

Joseph Smith, 1844

The Department of Geography at Brigham Young University seeks to better understand the complexities of God’s creation through the unique perspectives of geography and the restored Gospel of Jesus Christ. As we practice rigorous scholarship, applied geographic skills, and spiritual development, we prepare students to become ethical stewards of the Earth, engaged citizens, and caring ministers to its diverse peoples.

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Geography Photo, Art and Map Contest

Wednesday, September 30
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Top Stories

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Mary Lou Fulton Conference - Geography

Alayna Moody
By Alayna Moody
April 15, 2026 02:38 PM
Look at the participants and winners from our department!
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Lasers in the Dark

Alayna Moody
By Alayna Moody
March 24, 2026 03:19 PM
How Dr. Chelsea Ackroyd is Changing Snow Science
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The Purpose of the Mapathon

Alayna Moody
By Alayna Moody
January 21, 2026 04:37 PM
Watch Professor Teresa Gomez and Liza Hammari talk about why the Mapathon matters and what they do every year!
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Geography Students Shine at Mary Lou Fulton’s Fall 2025 Conference

Alayna Moody
By Alayna Moody
January 21, 2026 02:22 PM
Geography students delivered a strong presence at the Mary Lou Fulton Conference in December. The department submitted 20 posters, one of which earned a placement in the college-wide “BYU 150 | Becoming BYU” category. Overall, an excellent display of student-faculty research and collaboration.
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BYU Geography Faculty Participate in For the Benefit of the World Conference

December 15, 2025 04:52 PM
BYU Geography faculty recently participated in the For the Benefit of the World Conference, an event focused on showcasing how university research can support the mission of the Church and serve communities worldwide.
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Dr. Ruth Kerry’s Work Shows How Smarter Irrigation Can Protect the Great Salt Lake

December 11, 2025 02:44 PM
A wheat field outside Elberta Utah has become one of the most technologically advanced agricultural research sites in the world. BYU researchers recently installed 86 Smart Bluetooth Stakes across a 124 acre commercial field, creating one of the most detailed soil moisture maps ever produced in an active agricultural setting.
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Spotlight on Jody Brandow: Our Department Office Manager

September 10, 2025 01:25 PM
Jody is our wonderful Department Office Manager!
She is from Pleasant Grove, Utah.
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Dr. Grayson Morgan: Harnessing Drone Technology: A Year-Long Study on the Impact of Wrack on Coastal Marshes

July 17, 2024 04:13 PM
Dr. Grayson R. Morgan and his team conducted a study titled "The Dynamic Nature of Wrack: An Investigation into Wrack Movement and Impacts on Coastal Marshes Using sUAS". Wrack is essentially dead plant material that forms mats in these marshes. It’s a natural part of the ecosystem, but it can have significant impacts on the health and vitality of the marsh.
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