Logistics
General
This course is a laboratory and fieldtrip-based examination of the geological history of Yellowstone Country. Although our focus is on the activities of the Yellowstone Hotspot over the last 2.5 million years, we will also look at the geological history of the region before the arrival of the volcanic activity, the history of mountain building …
Instructor
Alexander Glass, Ph.D. Senior Lecturer in Geology and Climate Division of Earth and Climate Sciences Nicholas School of the Environment Duke University E-mail: alex.glass@duke.edu Phone (Work): 919-681-6167 (this is a terrible way of getting a hold of me) Office Hours: Tu 11:30am – 1:30pm, in person or over Zoom Teaching Philosophy Statement Short Biography I …
Teaching Assistant
This class does not have an official Teaching Assistant. Ph.D. Candidate Katryna Niva will join us to support logistics on the fieldtrip. Katryna Niva Ph.D. Candidate Division of Earth and Climate Sciences Nicholas School of the Environment Duke University Learn more about her, here.
Reading Assignments
You will be provided with a loan copy of this textbook for the duration of the semester. Windows into the Earth: The Geologic Story of Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks by Robert B. Smith and Lee J. Siegel From the Publisher: Millions of years ago, the North American continent was dragged over the world’s …
Grading Scheme
Your final grade will be based on: Participation grade (16%), six reading quizzes (12%), assignments (12%), field notebook (10%), in-class presentation (20%), final exam (30%). Participation: You will be assessed based on your participation in all aspects of the course, which includes classroom time, and time on our fieldtrip. Assessment is based on the quality of …
Course Policies
Office Hours: Office hours will generally be held in person, on campus, or virtually over Zoom. It is up to the TA whether they will support socially-distanced in-person meetings this semester. My (Alex) office hours will be held once a week, for two hours during which you can visit. Of course, you can also make …
Disability Accomodations
Disability Accommodation: Students with disabilities seeking special accommodations must contact the Student Disability Access Office (SDAO) to obtain appropriate support.
