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The Department of Geography and Anthropology at Louisiana State University stands at the forefront of academic excellence and innovative research. Students in the G&A program explore diverse subjects from environmental shifts to criminal investigations, gaining specialized technical expertise that makes them highly sought-after professionals after completing their studies. If you're fascinated by global landscapes and how emerging technologies can deepen our understanding of cultures and environments, you'll thrive as a geography major here. Explore focused study tracks in Latin American and East Asian geography. Engage directly with cutting-edge research initiatives and participate actively in the student-led Geography and Anthropology Society.
As one of the most interdisciplinary departments within LSU's College of Humanities and Social Sciences, we are committed to maintaining national prominence through exceptional research, pushing both undergraduate and graduate students to reach their full intellectual potential for careers across academic, governmental, and corporate sectors, while advancing and applying geographical and anthropological knowledge to benefit both Louisiana and the entire country.
Potential Career Paths
Coastal conservation expert
Field operations leader in government agencies
Natural resources coordinator
Geospatial mapping and satellite imagery specialist