Support Earth Sciences at UConn
The Department of Earth Sciences prepares students to become scientific leaders and global citizens equipped to tackle critical challenges such as climate change, natural hazards, and environmental sustainability. Through research, education, and public engagement, we advance understanding of Earth system processes and their role in shaping our world.
The Earth Sciences Fund
This fund supports hands-on learning experiences that are central to an Earth Sciences education, including:
- Fieldwork
- Laboratory research
- Travel to present at conferences
These opportunities help students build critical skills and prepare them for success beyond Beach Hall and UConn.
Impact of Your Gift
Gifts to this fund have an immediate and tangible impact on students, supporting:
- Conference poster printing
- Field and laboratory supplies
- Travel expenses, including registration, flights, and accommodations
No matter where you are in your journey, your support, at any level, helps open doors for students and expands access to transformative learning experiences.
Examples of Impact
- $50 – Conference poster printing or field/lab supplies
- $100 – Conference registration or a local field experience
- $500+ – Travel and immersive fieldwork opportunities
Make Your Gift Today
Your support helps provide students with the hands-on experiences they need to become the next generation of Earth scientists and problem-solvers.
Make your gift today and help expand access to life-changing learning opportunities.
“The UConn Foundation (EIN 06-6070722) is an independent, not-for-profit, tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization that exists to support the educational, scientific, cultural, research, and recreational objectives of the University of Connecticut.”
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