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Geology, B.S. & B.A. | Class of
Brandon Crawford
Geoscientist
Employer: Los Alamos National Laboratory
Job description: I work in the applied science field on a wide variety of projects relating to seismic hazards, geotechnology, and national security.
About Brandon
Why did you choose this program?
While working on a degree in Oceanography I took a Geology course that opened my mind to a new way of thinking about our planet. From there it only took a semester for me to change my major and focus to Geology. Humboldt Geology’s strong tectonic focus, with an emphasis on field-based observations, resonated with me and has helped focus my interests ever since.
How did this program prepare you for your job?
Humboldt’s Geology program provided me with extensive opportunities to get involved in research. The field work I learned during my degree has a propelled me through my further education and employment. Professors also encouraged individual undergraduate research but were always around to assist. The skillset and mindset to think about problems in multiple ways, and to bounce these ideas off of others has carried me through all of my post-graduation career.
What did you enjoy most about the program?
Field work, without a doubt, getting to see the awesome geology around Humboldt County after reading about it during classes.
What would you say to prospective students who are thinking about applying to this program?
Take or sit in on an introductory geology course. Geology is a very broad umbrella for an amazing field of science. The introductory classes at Humboldt give a great chance to experience a little of all the variable fields in geology. Get involved in research as soon as possible, talk to professors and other students about what they are working on and if they could use any help.