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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 forensic science, gaining specialized technical expertise that prepares them for success in the global workforce. If you're fascinated by global landscapes and how emerging technologies enhance our understanding of cultures and environments, you'll thrive as a geography major here. Discover specialized focus areas in Latin American and East Asian geography. Engage directly with 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 strive to maintain national prominence through groundbreaking research while fostering intellectual growth for both undergraduate and graduate students preparing for careers across academic, governmental, and corporate sectors. Our department is committed to preserving, advancing, and applying geographical and anthropological knowledge to benefit both Louisiana and the broader nation.
Career Pathways
Coastal conservation expert
Field operations leader in government agencies
Natural resources coordinator
Geospatial mapping and satellite imagery specialist