Geography

Geography

Department of Geography, Planning, & Sustainability

The Department of Geography Planning & Sustainability (GPS) is a dynamic department composed of our faculty, staff, and students. Our faculty are an energetic group who value both student learning and innovative scholarly and applied research.

The Department currently has about 175 majors spread among our degree programs in Geography, Environmental & Sustainability Studies, Geographic Information Science, and Community and Environmental Planning, and the Accelerated Dual Degree programs in Environmental & Sustainability Studies with the Master's in Business Administration and Community and Environmental Planning with the Master’s of Science in Urban and Regional Planning.

The Department of Geography Planning & Sustainability is located in Discovery Hall, Room 218.

GPS launched its new Master of Science in Urban and Regional Planning in Fall 2020. This program offers comprehensive education in sustainable planning and policy, geographic information science, and community planning and site design. 

Learn more about our faculty, our academic programs, and our research through our department website. And, feel free to get in touch!

Apply now!

An aerial view of a modern four-story building featuring a prominent teal glass facade and a sleek silver and grey exterior, situated on a city corner

Academic Programs

The Department of Geography, Planning & Sustainability offers several major, minor, and certificate programs that integrate both the theory and practice of environmental problem-solving. Our programs blend academic understanding with applied tools to help students develop solutions to environmental issues while developing strong critical thinking, writing, and project management skills.

News

GPS Faculty and staff sitting at the base of Discovery Hall on Mullica Hill Road

Rowan CEP: NJ's First Accredited Bachelor's Planning Program

Rowan’s CEP program earned five-year PAB accreditation, New Jersey’s first accredited planning bachelor’s program.

Sean Olcese standing outside Discovery Hall by the Time Sweeps statue.

Mapping a purpose: GIS major turns data into climate action

Inspired by a stargazing trip, Rowan University graduate Sean Olcese is using GIS to help communities adapt to climate change.

Seven GPS Students at Research at CSM Research Day

GPS Students Showcase Research at CSM Research Day

Seven student researchers from GPS showcased their work at CSM Student Research Day