Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences

Dive into some of the planet’s most fascinating mysteries, from tracking powerful storms to uncovering the origins of life itself. Whether you’re investigating the sudden disappearance of dioxane near Ann Arbor or exploring how oxygen first appeared on Earth, your curiosity becomes a catalyst for discovery.

Discover the forces that shape our world

Step into the spotlight with our broadcast meteorology program. If hands-on research excites you, join us in the field with our mobile mesonet to study severe storms, climate patterns, and forecasting techniques across Michigan.

Our students are already making an impact on a global scale through meaningful, real-world research. Where could your journey begin?

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Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences

Central Michigan University

Brooks Hall 314

Mount Pleasant, MI 48859

Phone: 989-774-3179

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Explore what moves you

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Challenging you to transform your future

At CMU, you'll gain real-world experience, industry-recognized credentials, and one-on-one mentorship that will set you apart. Our top-tier programs in meteorology, environmental science, and geology will prepare you to tackle big challenges, and our alumni are already leading in government, research, and top companies.

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Meaningful research

Gain hands-on experience tackling real-world environmental and atmospheric challenges by collaborating with faculty on cutting-edge research projects, building skills, contributing to important discoveries, and opening doors to future opportunities.

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Events

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InSciTE Film Festival: Research in 5 minutes

InSciTE Film Festival: Research in 5 minutes

CMU InSciTE Film Festival highlights second-year student research through short videos designed for a general audience at Central Michigan University.
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InSciTE poster session: First-year student research showcase

InSciTE poster session: First-year student research showcase

First-year InSciTE students at Central Michigan University present research findings during a public poster session in the ET Atrium.
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InSciTE graduation ceremony: Celebrating our first cohort

InSciTE graduation ceremony: Celebrating our first cohort

Celebrate the first graduating class of the Central Michigan University InSciTE program during the inaugural graduation ceremony on May 8 in Biosciences 1010.
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College of Science and Engineering News

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First-generation college student wins prestigious Goldwater Scholarship

First-generation college student wins prestigious Goldwater Scholarship

Jacob Dengate was selected from a competitive pool of 1,485 top U.S. applicants nominated by 482 institutions to receive this award. 
Posted April 01, 2026
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CMU faculty member Anthony Chappaz receives DOE Fellowship to advance critical minerals research

CMU faculty member Anthony Chappaz receives DOE Fellowship to advance critical minerals research

Anthony Chappaz, Central Michigan University professor and STARLAB director, received a U.S. Department of Energy fellowship for critical minerals research involving lithium, cobalt, nickel, vanadium, and rare earth elements.
Posted March 27, 2026
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CMU Earth and Ecosystem Science Ph.D. student awarded prestigious Great Lakes Research Fellowship

CMU Earth and Ecosystem Science Ph.D. student awarded prestigious Great Lakes Research Fellowship

Central Michigan University Ph.D. student Kyle Brooks earned a national fellowship to lead Great Lakes research on lake-breeze storms and thunderstorm forecasting.
Posted March 25, 2026
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