Saint Mary's Department of Geography & Environmental Studies
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Geography is the study of the Earth's surface, and of the spatial distribution and patterns of its physical and human characteristics. Geographers study how natural and cultural processes work to create distinct spaces, places, landscapes, and regions.
The Saint Mary's University Geography Society (SMUGS)
SMUGS is a student-run group hosting events throughout the year. Information on this year's executive and background on the group, along with a registration form, can be found at the following link: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
SMUGS is a student-run group hosting events throughout the year. Information on this year's executive and background on the group, along with a registration form, can be found at the following link: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
September 25, 2026 at 5:48 PM
The Saint Mary's University Geography Society (SMUGS)
SMUGS is a student-run group hosting events throughout the year. Information on this year's executive and background on the group, along with a registration form, can be found at the following link: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
SMUGS is a student-run group hosting events throughout the year. Information on this year's executive and background on the group, along with a registration form, can be found at the following link: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
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Examples of Maptivism. theconversation.com/maps-can-be-...
Maps can be misleading – on purpose – and their story becomes history. The case of Ethiopia
Political groups use social media ‘maptivism’ to spread exaggerated regional maps to stake a claim to territory.
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September 25, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Examples of Maptivism. theconversation.com/maps-can-be-...
September 11, 2026 at 4:06 PM
Sounds interesting!
Please join us on Sept 18, 2026, Noon-1 p.m. in Loyola 174. "Claims and Connections: The Cape Breton Land Petitions Database and Research Tool, 1787-1843" by Dr. S. Karly Kehoe, Professor of History & Julia Caissie, Undergraduate History Student & Research Assistant. All are welcome!
September 10, 2026 at 5:36 PM
Sounds interesting!
The Department of Geography and Environmental Studies is inviting you to a MA Defence - Melissa Nevin's presents "Analyzing the Significance of Place and American Eel for the Mi'kmaq in Pomquet Harbour with Broader Implications for Mi'kmaw Fisheries". Join us on Tues., Aug. 25 at 1 pm in Loyola 273.
August 17, 2026 at 3:06 PM
The Department of Geography and Environmental Studies is inviting you to a MA Defence - Melissa Nevin's presents "Analyzing the Significance of Place and American Eel for the Mi'kmaq in Pomquet Harbour with Broader Implications for Mi'kmaw Fisheries". Join us on Tues., Aug. 25 at 1 pm in Loyola 273.
You're invited to a MA Defence is in Geography. Check this out!
Defence: Analyzing the Significance of Place and American Eel for the Mi'kmaq in Pomquet Harbour with Broader Implications for Mi'kmaw Fisheries.
Student: Melissa Nevin
Join us on Tuesday, August 25 at 1 p.m. in Loyola 273.
Defence: Analyzing the Significance of Place and American Eel for the Mi'kmaq in Pomquet Harbour with Broader Implications for Mi'kmaw Fisheries.
Student: Melissa Nevin
Join us on Tuesday, August 25 at 1 p.m. in Loyola 273.
August 10, 2026 at 1:42 PM
You're invited to a MA Defence is in Geography. Check this out!
Defence: Analyzing the Significance of Place and American Eel for the Mi'kmaq in Pomquet Harbour with Broader Implications for Mi'kmaw Fisheries.
Student: Melissa Nevin
Join us on Tuesday, August 25 at 1 p.m. in Loyola 273.
Defence: Analyzing the Significance of Place and American Eel for the Mi'kmaq in Pomquet Harbour with Broader Implications for Mi'kmaw Fisheries.
Student: Melissa Nevin
Join us on Tuesday, August 25 at 1 p.m. in Loyola 273.
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Congratulations, Keyara Nelson! She has completed a Bachelor of Science in Geography (Honours). Wishing you success in your new endeavours.
June 1, 2026 at 4:50 PM
Congratulations, Keyara Nelson! She has completed a Bachelor of Science in Geography (Honours). Wishing you success in your new endeavours.
Congratulations, Daniel Wilson! He has completed a Bachelor of Science in Geography (Honours). Wishing you success in your new endeavours.
June 1, 2026 at 4:49 PM
Congratulations, Daniel Wilson! He has completed a Bachelor of Science in Geography (Honours). Wishing you success in your new endeavours.
Congratulations, Dr. Cristian Suteanu! Recently retired, Dr. Suteanu was appointed Professor Emeritus at the spring convocation. Pictured with him is Dr. Jason Grek Martin.
June 1, 2026 at 4:48 PM
Congratulations, Dr. Cristian Suteanu! Recently retired, Dr. Suteanu was appointed Professor Emeritus at the spring convocation. Pictured with him is Dr. Jason Grek Martin.
Congratulations to the students here from the Bachelor of Environmental Studies!
Along with them is Dr. Peter Bush, one of our adjunct professors. He has worked with so many of our students.
To our new alumni...enjoy your summer! We wish you success in your endeavours.
Along with them is Dr. Peter Bush, one of our adjunct professors. He has worked with so many of our students.
To our new alumni...enjoy your summer! We wish you success in your endeavours.
June 1, 2026 at 4:47 PM
Congratulations to the students here from the Bachelor of Environmental Studies!
Along with them is Dr. Peter Bush, one of our adjunct professors. He has worked with so many of our students.
To our new alumni...enjoy your summer! We wish you success in your endeavours.
Along with them is Dr. Peter Bush, one of our adjunct professors. He has worked with so many of our students.
To our new alumni...enjoy your summer! We wish you success in your endeavours.
Join us today for the below defence!
Improving the classification of old-growth forest with GIS and remote sensing techniques in Nova Scotia
Megan O’Brien
1 p.m. in Loyola 171
Improving the classification of old-growth forest with GIS and remote sensing techniques in Nova Scotia
Megan O’Brien
1 p.m. in Loyola 171
May 13, 2026 at 12:57 PM
Join us today for the below defence!
Improving the classification of old-growth forest with GIS and remote sensing techniques in Nova Scotia
Megan O’Brien
1 p.m. in Loyola 171
Improving the classification of old-growth forest with GIS and remote sensing techniques in Nova Scotia
Megan O’Brien
1 p.m. in Loyola 171
You are invited to join us for Megan O'Brien's defence...Improving the classification of old-growth forest with GIS and remote sensing techniques in Nova Scotia. This will be Wednesday, May 13th at 1 p.m. in Loyola 171.
May 8, 2026 at 3:08 PM
You are invited to join us for Megan O'Brien's defence...Improving the classification of old-growth forest with GIS and remote sensing techniques in Nova Scotia. This will be Wednesday, May 13th at 1 p.m. in Loyola 171.
Announcing this year's winners:
Benoit Ouellette Memorial Prize in Cartography - Erin de Alva Villar (Runner up - Carson Bowering)
CAG Undergraduate Award - Keyara Nelson
Environmental Studies Prize - Mackenzie Crawford
Benoit Ouellette Memorial Prize in Cartography - Erin de Alva Villar (Runner up - Carson Bowering)
CAG Undergraduate Award - Keyara Nelson
Environmental Studies Prize - Mackenzie Crawford
April 27, 2026 at 12:40 PM
Announcing this year's winners:
Benoit Ouellette Memorial Prize in Cartography - Erin de Alva Villar (Runner up - Carson Bowering)
CAG Undergraduate Award - Keyara Nelson
Environmental Studies Prize - Mackenzie Crawford
Benoit Ouellette Memorial Prize in Cartography - Erin de Alva Villar (Runner up - Carson Bowering)
CAG Undergraduate Award - Keyara Nelson
Environmental Studies Prize - Mackenzie Crawford
The Department of Geography & Environmental Studies invites you to a MA in Geography Thesis Defence, "Improving the classification of old-growth forest with GIS and remote sensing techniques in Nova Scotia". Wednesday, May 13 at 1 p.m. in Loyola 171.
April 27, 2026 at 11:21 AM
The Department of Geography & Environmental Studies invites you to a MA in Geography Thesis Defence, "Improving the classification of old-growth forest with GIS and remote sensing techniques in Nova Scotia". Wednesday, May 13 at 1 p.m. in Loyola 171.
Geography and Environmental Studies invites you to this term’s Geography BSc Honour Thesis Defence w/ Daniel Wilson, entitled "Anthropogenic and Environmental Factors Influencing the Spatial Distribution of Earthworms in Finland". Wednesday, April 22 at 10 a.m. in Atrium 216. Join us!
April 21, 2026 at 4:50 PM
Geography and Environmental Studies invites you to this term’s Geography BSc Honour Thesis Defence w/ Daniel Wilson, entitled "Anthropogenic and Environmental Factors Influencing the Spatial Distribution of Earthworms in Finland". Wednesday, April 22 at 10 a.m. in Atrium 216. Join us!
The Department of Geography and Environmental Studies announces that it will be offering 4130 Geography International Field Course: The Gambia. This will be in the winter of 2027. Check out more details at: www.smu.ca/geography/ge.... Or email us at [email protected].
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April 15, 2026 at 5:22 PM
The Department of Geography and Environmental Studies announces that it will be offering 4130 Geography International Field Course: The Gambia. This will be in the winter of 2027. Check out more details at: www.smu.ca/geography/ge.... Or email us at [email protected].
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Join us Wednesday, April 15 for Bachelor of Environmental Studies Honours Defences (in Burke 207).
9 am - MacKenzie Crawford
10:30 am - Marina Penner
1 pm - Marie-Ève Côté
See either image or alternate text for more details.
9 am - MacKenzie Crawford
10:30 am - Marina Penner
1 pm - Marie-Ève Côté
See either image or alternate text for more details.
April 14, 2026 at 5:47 PM
Join us Wednesday, April 15 for Bachelor of Environmental Studies Honours Defences (in Burke 207).
9 am - MacKenzie Crawford
10:30 am - Marina Penner
1 pm - Marie-Ève Côté
See either image or alternate text for more details.
9 am - MacKenzie Crawford
10:30 am - Marina Penner
1 pm - Marie-Ève Côté
See either image or alternate text for more details.
NEW!! Online Course - Fall 2026
BORDERS - GEOG 4828
This course will equip students with the analytical and theoretical tools to identify and critique the many ways that borders shape the world around them.
For more information write us at [email protected].
BORDERS - GEOG 4828
This course will equip students with the analytical and theoretical tools to identify and critique the many ways that borders shape the world around them.
For more information write us at [email protected].
April 14, 2026 at 4:24 PM
NEW!! Online Course - Fall 2026
BORDERS - GEOG 4828
This course will equip students with the analytical and theoretical tools to identify and critique the many ways that borders shape the world around them.
For more information write us at [email protected].
BORDERS - GEOG 4828
This course will equip students with the analytical and theoretical tools to identify and critique the many ways that borders shape the world around them.
For more information write us at [email protected].
Starting a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Environmental Studies at SMU this fall? You're invited to our First-Year Arts Advising and Registration Day on Saturday, April 25. It's a great chance to register for courses in a supportive environment. Learn more and sign up: www.smu.ca/arts/arts-ba....
April 14, 2026 at 4:14 PM
Starting a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Environmental Studies at SMU this fall? You're invited to our First-Year Arts Advising and Registration Day on Saturday, April 25. It's a great chance to register for courses in a supportive environment. Learn more and sign up: www.smu.ca/arts/arts-ba....
Geography & Environmental Studies invites you to attend Keyara Nelson's Honours Defence on April 13th (1:30 pm in Burke 218). Title is "Investigating the Relationship Between Sea-Surface Temperature and Chlorophyll-a Within the Coastal Waters of British Columbia". @smuscience.bsky.social
April 10, 2026 at 6:46 PM
Geography & Environmental Studies invites you to attend Keyara Nelson's Honours Defence on April 13th (1:30 pm in Burke 218). Title is "Investigating the Relationship Between Sea-Surface Temperature and Chlorophyll-a Within the Coastal Waters of British Columbia". @smuscience.bsky.social
Announcing MSc in Applied Science Thesis Defence on Thursday, April 9th at 10 a.m. in Loyola 274.
Student - Allison MacNeil
Title - Enhancing Coastal Resilience: Iva frutescens as a nature-based solution
Supervisors - Dr. Lundholm and Dr. van Proosdij
External Examiner - Dr. Basquill
Student - Allison MacNeil
Title - Enhancing Coastal Resilience: Iva frutescens as a nature-based solution
Supervisors - Dr. Lundholm and Dr. van Proosdij
External Examiner - Dr. Basquill
April 8, 2026 at 6:40 PM
Announcing MSc in Applied Science Thesis Defence on Thursday, April 9th at 10 a.m. in Loyola 274.
Student - Allison MacNeil
Title - Enhancing Coastal Resilience: Iva frutescens as a nature-based solution
Supervisors - Dr. Lundholm and Dr. van Proosdij
External Examiner - Dr. Basquill
Student - Allison MacNeil
Title - Enhancing Coastal Resilience: Iva frutescens as a nature-based solution
Supervisors - Dr. Lundholm and Dr. van Proosdij
External Examiner - Dr. Basquill
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The National Trust of Canada's #NextGreatSave is a competition to protect Canada’s historic places. This year Sainte-Marie (NS) is in the running—and one of Canada’s most endangered heritage landmarks. Vote daily until April 24, 2026 to help save it
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April 8, 2026 at 12:08 PM
The National Trust of Canada's #NextGreatSave is a competition to protect Canada’s historic places. This year Sainte-Marie (NS) is in the running—and one of Canada’s most endangered heritage landmarks. Vote daily until April 24, 2026 to help save it
👉 nextgreatsave.us.launchpad6.com/NextGreatSav...
👉 nextgreatsave.us.launchpad6.com/NextGreatSav...
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NEW!! Online Course - Fall 2026
BORDERS - GEOG 4828
This course will equip students with the analytical and theoretical tools to identify and critique the many ways that borders shape the world around them.
[email protected]
BORDERS - GEOG 4828
This course will equip students with the analytical and theoretical tools to identify and critique the many ways that borders shape the world around them.
[email protected]
March 31, 2026 at 5:40 PM
NEW!! Online Course - Fall 2026
BORDERS - GEOG 4828
This course will equip students with the analytical and theoretical tools to identify and critique the many ways that borders shape the world around them.
[email protected]
BORDERS - GEOG 4828
This course will equip students with the analytical and theoretical tools to identify and critique the many ways that borders shape the world around them.
[email protected]
Dept of Geography & Environmental Studies invites you to a Geography B.Sc. Honour Thesis Defence w/ Daniel Wilson; entitled "Anthropogenic & Environmental Factors Influencing the Spatial Distribution of Earthworms in Finland". Wednesday, April 22 at 10 a.m. in Atrium 216. Join us!
April 1, 2026 at 5:51 PM
Dept of Geography & Environmental Studies invites you to a Geography B.Sc. Honour Thesis Defence w/ Daniel Wilson; entitled "Anthropogenic & Environmental Factors Influencing the Spatial Distribution of Earthworms in Finland". Wednesday, April 22 at 10 a.m. in Atrium 216. Join us!