The online platform for this course has moved over to Blackboard which can be accessed through normal means (MyRedDragon).
From its very beginning to the present, the Earth has undergone considerable physical, chemical and biologic change. This history can be read using various means from rocks and fossils accessible to us all. To study the history of the Earth is important not only because it helps us understand what processes and events have helped shape our planet’s present physical and biologic make-up, but it can also help predict future events that may consequently affect humankind.
This course is an introduction to the major events which had a profound impact on the changing physical and biologic landscape throughout Earth’s history. The course will stress both theory and facts concerning the history of Earth and life, and more importantly, how we know it. The course is designed to give the student a broad perspective and appreciation of Earth’s history and serve as a stepping-stone to more advanced courses in Earth Science.
The Darwin Prize
The Darwin Prize, SUNY Cortland’s Geology Department’s Award for Excellence in Historical Geology. Not to be confused with the Darwin Award, the Darwin Prize is an annual award given to a student(s) who have demonstrated outstanding performance in their student presentation and grades in SUNY Cortland’s Historical Geology course. Click here to see the past awardees since it’s inception in 1998.
