Do you know where to find places on the map? Do you know your impact on this world?

Nov. 11-17 is National Geography Awareness Week. National Geographic created this week to let citizens think about their impact on the world. It’s a time to think about being a global citizen.

“This week brings together geography students, faculty and friends to think about the world and socialize,” said Dr. Bob Pavlowsky, distinguished professor of geography.

To celebrate this week, geology, geography and planning (GGP) are hosting a speaker every single day. The theme for this year is geography and sustainability.

Schedule for the week

“This week lets us recognize the contributions of geography to society,” Pavlowsky said. “We get to acknowledge our geography programs at MSU in GGP, Ozarks Environmental and Water Resources Institute, and Center for Resource Planning and Management.

Nov. 12

• “Sustainability and the National Park Service in the greater Yellowstone ecosystem”
• Dr. Judith Meyer, professor of geography
• Temple 143
• 3:30 p.m.

Nov. 13

• “Environmental contamination and sustainability in the Old Lead Belt in Southeast Missouri”
• Dr. Bob Pavlowsky, distinguished professor of geography
• Temple 345
• 3:30 p.m.

Nov. 14

This day is also National GIS Day, which focuses on contributions to digital mapping and spatial data analysis. This seminar reflects that.

• “Why arctic sea ice is a global concern and how do we know?”
• Dr. Xin Miao, professor of geography
• Temple 003
• 3:30 p.m.

Nov. 15

• “Sustainability at MSU: Your Sustainability Fund at work”
• Megan Brannen, Green Student Alliance president
• Temple 345
• 3:30 p.m.

After this talk, there is a Geography Club social event in Temple 344 from 4:30-6 p.m. It is open to everyone. There will be pizza and drinks. This is also an opportunity to join Geography Club, buy t-shirts and meet new people.