Geology is the science and study of the solid and liquid matter that constitutes the Earth. The field of geology encompasses the study of the composition, structure, physical properties, dynamics, and history of Earth materials, and the processes by which they are formed, moved, and changed. The field is a major academic discipline, and is also important for mineral and hydrocarbon extraction, knowledge about and mitigation of natural hazards, some engineering fields, and understanding past climates and environments with reference to present-day climate change.

Etymology
The word "geology" was first used by Jean-André Deluc in the year 1778 and introduced as a fixed term by Horace-Bénédict de Saussure in the year 1779. The science was not included in Encyclopædia Britannica's third edition completed in 1797, but had a lengthy entry in the fourth edition completed by 1809.[1] An older meaning of the word was first used by Richard de Bury to distinguish between earthly and theological jurisprudence.

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Corpus Christi Geological Society
P.O. Box 1068
Corpus Christi, TX 78403

Coastal Bend Geophysical Society
P.O. Box 2471
Corpus Christi, TX 78403

Student Resources


CCGS SCHOLARSHIPS
Awarded Fall and Spring Semesters

Available to students majoring in an earth science and attending Texas A&M Corpus Christi, Texas A&M Kingsville, or Del Mar College.


DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS AND APPLICATION FORM:

CCGS Scholarship Form


APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

  1. Applicant must be majoring in Earth Sciences and currently attending a college in the local area.
  2. Fill out the application form completely and sign.
  3. Short essay clearly explaining how this scholarship will assist you in achieving your geologic career goals and the reasons your application should be considered by the Committee.
  4. Applicant must provide two (2) letters of recommendation – one must be from a geoscience faculty member or supervisor with whom applicant has worked within a geoscientific undertaking.
  5. Applicant must provide official school transcript.
  6. For application submittal deadline see latest CCGS Bulletin (available online).

Mail completed application to: Dan Pedrotti, CCGS Scholarship Committee Chairman, P.O. Box 1068, Corpus Christi, Texas 78403

Please read requirements carefully and submit only complete applications. Applicants who have received a CCGS scholarship in the past are eligible to apply again. Scholarships will be awarded based on merit and need. The award amounts may vary with minimum individual award being $500. Award recipients will be recognized at a monthly luncheon, typically in December and March, and are strongly encouraged to attend.


 

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