For 83 years, the LSU Geology Field Camp has been a long standing tradition for the undergraduate curriculum. Students participate in a six-week field course each summer at our field site near Colorado Springs, CO. This hands on learning experience separates the students from the geologists. (click here to view the Field Camp website)

On Tuesday, October 28, 2008, faculty, staff and students gathered to celebrate as representatives from Halliburton presented the department with a $10,000 check.This donation will be utilized for scholarship support for students participating in the Halliburton Field Camp Scholars courses at the LSU Geology Field Camp.The donation will allow for five scholarships of $2000 for the 2009 camp.