Welcome to the Department of Geography at UCLA! Geography is a uniquely “interdisciplinary discipline,” one that encompasses aspects of the earth sciences, social sciences, and humanities, with particular strength in the investigation of human-environment relations. “Physical geographers” study the spatial patterning, processes, and distribution of the Earth’s atmospheric, hydrological, geomorphological, and biological systems; “human geographers” study the ways that space, place, scale, territory, and other spatial phenomena shape our social, political, cultural, and economic lives, as well as, crucially, how all these intersect with the more-than-human environment. 

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Geography Newsletter – October 2024

For information on UCLA Geography academic resources, upcoming…

Dr. William Clark’s Newest Publication “Rethinking Neighborhoods”

Announcing Dr. William Clark's newest publication, "Rethinking…

Professor Park Williams’ Research on Drought Featured in LA Times

We are delighted to share that Professor Park Williams' research…

Dr. Judith Carney Honored As Fellow of the British Academy

We're thrilled to announce that Dr. Judith Carney has been honored…
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