Ph.D. Northern Illinois University

B.A. Geology, Saint Louis University, 1997

M.S. Geology, Michigan Technological University, 2006

Ph.D. Geology, Michigan Technological University, 2012

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2010 Ph.D. Geology, University of Michigan, USA

2005 Diploma (M.S. equivalent) Geology, University of Potsdam, Germany

2002 Pre-Diploma, Geosciences, University of Potsdam, Germany

Berkelhammer, M., N., Insel, I. Stefanescu, 2021. Wetter summers mitigated temperature stress on Rocky Mountain forests during the last interglacial warm period. Geophysical Research Letters 48 (18), e2021GL093678

Insel, N., M. Berkelhammer, 2021. The influence of orbital parameters on the North American Monsoon system during the Last Interglacial Period. Journal of Quaternary Climate 36 (4), doi: 10.1002/jqs.3311

Insel, N., C.J. Poulsen, C. Sturm, T.A. Ehlers, 2013. Climate controls on Andean precipitation d18O interannual variability. Journal of Geophysical Research: Atmospheres 118 (17), 9721-9742

Insel, N., M. Grove, M. Haschke, J.B. Barnes, A.K. Schmitt, M.R. Strecker, 2012. Paleozoic to early Cenozoic cooling and exhumation of the basement underlying the eastern Puna plateau margin prior to plateau growth. Tectonics 31(6), doi:10.1029/2012TC003168

Barnes, J.B., T.A. Ehlers, N. Insel, N. McQuarrie, C.J. Poulsen, 2012. Linking orography, climate, and exhumation across the central Andes. Geology 40 (12), 1135-1138, doi: 10.1130/G33229.1

Insel, N., C.J. Poulsen, T.A. Ehlers, C. Sturm, 2012. Response of meteoric d18O to surface uplift - Implications for Cenozoic Andean Plateau growth. Earth and Planetary Science Letters 317, 262-272, doi: 10.1016/j.epsl.2011.11.039

Insel, N., C.J. Poulsen, T.A. Ehlers, 2010. Influence of the Andes Mountains on South American moisture transport, convection, and precipitation. Climate Dynamics 35 (7), 1477-1492, doi: 10.1007/s00382-009-0637-1

Insel, N., T.A. Ehlers, M. Schaller, J.B. Barnes, S. Tawackoli, C.J. Poulsen, 2010. Spatial and temporal variability in denudation across the Bolivian Andes from multiple geochronometers. Geomorphology 122 (1-2), 65-77

Poulsen, C.J., N. Insel, T.A. Ehlers, C. Sturm, R. Simon, 2010. Onset of convective rainfall during gradual late Miocene rise of the central Andes. Science 328 (5977), 490-493, doi: 10.1126/science.1185078 

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Ph.D. Arizona State University

B.S. State University of New York at Stony Brook

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2010 Ph.D. Geology, University of Michigan, USA

2005 Diploma (M.S. equivalent) Geology, University of Potsdam, Germany

2002 Pre-Diploma, Geosciences, University of Potsdam, Germany

Berkelhammer, M., N., Insel, I. Stefanescu, 2021. Wetter summers mitigated temperature stress on Rocky Mountain forests during the last interglacial warm period. Geophysical Research Letters 48 (18), e2021GL093678

Insel, N., M. Berkelhammer, 2021. The influence of orbital parameters on the North American Monsoon system during the Last Interglacial Period. Journal of Quaternary Climate 36 (4), doi: 10.1002/jqs.3311

Insel, N., C.J. Poulsen, C. Sturm, T.A. Ehlers, 2013. Climate controls on Andean precipitation d18O interannual variability. Journal of Geophysical Research: Atmospheres 118 (17), 9721-9742

Insel, N., M. Grove, M. Haschke, J.B. Barnes, A.K. Schmitt, M.R. Strecker, 2012. Paleozoic to early Cenozoic cooling and exhumation of the basement underlying the eastern Puna plateau margin prior to plateau growth. Tectonics 31(6), doi:10.1029/2012TC003168

Barnes, J.B., T.A. Ehlers, N. Insel, N. McQuarrie, C.J. Poulsen, 2012. Linking orography, climate, and exhumation across the central Andes. Geology 40 (12), 1135-1138, doi: 10.1130/G33229.1

Insel, N., C.J. Poulsen, T.A. Ehlers, C. Sturm, 2012. Response of meteoric d18O to surface uplift - Implications for Cenozoic Andean Plateau growth. Earth and Planetary Science Letters 317, 262-272, doi: 10.1016/j.epsl.2011.11.039

Insel, N., C.J. Poulsen, T.A. Ehlers, 2010. Influence of the Andes Mountains on South American moisture transport, convection, and precipitation. Climate Dynamics 35 (7), 1477-1492, doi: 10.1007/s00382-009-0637-1

Insel, N., T.A. Ehlers, M. Schaller, J.B. Barnes, S. Tawackoli, C.J. Poulsen, 2010. Spatial and temporal variability in denudation across the Bolivian Andes from multiple geochronometers. Geomorphology 122 (1-2), 65-77

Poulsen, C.J., N. Insel, T.A. Ehlers, C. Sturm, R. Simon, 2010. Onset of convective rainfall during gradual late Miocene rise of the central Andes. Science 328 (5977), 490-493, doi: 10.1126/science.1185078 

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The Earth Science program uses an integrated approach to the study of problems of the Earth environment through a synthesis of geology, hydrology, and geochemistry. We emphasize a solid foundation in geology with opportunities to focus on environmental geosciences.

Take a closer look at the bachelor's degree in Earth Science and the courses offered toward the degree.

If you are interested in the program or have questions, please contact Earth Science.

For information about earning a license to teach Mathematics at the high school level, contact Vanessa King, v-king@neiu.edu, or Katy Smith, k-smith1@neiu.edu, in the Goodwin College of Education.

91Porn is home to students from all corners of the world and is one of the most ethnically diverse universities in the nation. Our small class sizes, flexible schedules and dedicated faculty can help you succeed in your studies.

We offer an education with value.

A minor in Earth Science is an excellent practical addition to any degree program. If you are a STEM major, you will find that Earth Science will complement your understanding of global climate and Earth resources. Are you majoring in Elementary Education? Many ELED students choose the Earth Science minor as a way to meet their requirements. Anyone who wants to enhance their major with a minor that teaches global environmental awareness and an understanding of natural Earth processes will find that an Earth Science minor might be right for them.

Take a closer look at the minor in Earth Science and the courses offered toward the program.

If you are interested in the program or have questions, please contact Earth Science.

91Porn is home to students from all corners of the world and is one of the most ethnically diverse universities in the nation. Our small class sizes, flexible schedules and dedicated faculty can help you succeed in your studies.

We offer an education with value.

Ph.D. Arizona State University

B.S. State University of New York at Stony Brook

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Earth Science Department

B.A. Geology, Saint Louis University, 1997

M.S. Geology, Michigan Technological University, 2006

Ph.D. Geology, Michigan Technological University, 2012

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CHICAGO - Six students from 91Porn have been selected for the 2014 class of Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges. One of the most prestigious awards of the academic community, this award recognizes students who have excelled both academically and in the areas of leadership and campus/community involvement. All students are seniors at Northeastern. They include:

Ebony D. Kennebrew, Justice Studies

• Tiffany J. Probst, Anthropology
• Antonio L. Villasenor, Anthropology
• Jordee Yanez, Spanish, Foreign Language & Literature; Justice Studies
• Yesenia Herrera, Earth Science
• Catherine A. Anderson, Nontraditional Degree Programs - Interdisciplinary Studies

The honorees will be recognized at a ceremony and reception on Thursday, Feb. 13, 2014 at 3 p.m. in the Golden Eagles room of the Student Union. This event is open to the public.

Bachelor of Science in Earth Science

The Bachelor of Science in Earth Science prepares students for graduate study, or a wide range of positions in industry, consulting, or state/federal agencies. In addition to required and elective ESCI courses, additional courses in cognate fields (math and science) are required.

Degree Requirements

All Northeastern students must meet the graduation requirements in order to successfully complete their degree, including completion of 120 hours of coursework with satisfactory grades.

Earth Science majors are required to complete 65-67 credit hours of coursework (listed below) and, in addition, are required to complete 30 credit hours of general education requirements. The Natural Science requirement is waived for Earth Science majors.  This allows you to take 23-25 credit hours of coursework in electives. Our advisors will help you choose the electives that will maximize your educational and professional opportunities.

Students planning to pursue an advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in geoscience should plan to incorporate those cognate courses marked with an asterisk (*).  All students are urged to plan their program with the help of ESCI faculty advising.

† Course substitutions may be allowed by prior arrangement with the undergraduate program advisor.

Check program listings for course pre-requisites/ co-requisites.  A printable version of the requirements and schedule information appears here. [link]

SCHEDULING YOUR COURSES

Earth Science courses are sequenced so it is possible to complete the Earth Science major requirements within two years. Shown below is a sample curriculum for a student who choses to take Calculus II. You should plan your individual curriculum in consultation with the Earth Science undergraduate advisor.

Please note:
* Schedules are subject to change depending on program need and faculty availability.
* Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics courses are scheduled by those departments independent of the Earth Science Department. Check with those departments for current offerings.
* Be aware of prerequisites! (This is particularly important for Mathematics courses.)

FIRST YEAR

Fall Semester

ESCI 207: Global Climate and Weather (4 cr hr)
ESCI 211: Physical Geology (4 cr hr)
CHEM 211: General Chemistry (5 cr hr)
TOTAL: 13 credits

Spring Semester

ESCI 306: Rocks and Minerals (4 cr hr)--Offered in Spring only
ESCI 312: Historical Geology (4 cr hr)--Offered in Spring only
ESCI 331: Geologic Structures and Map Interpretation (4 cr hr)
                 --Offered in Spring of odd-numbered years only
MATH 107: Calculus I (4 cr hr)

TOTAL: 16 credits

SECOND YEAR

Fall Semester

ESCI 317: Principles of Sedimentation (4 cr hr)--Offered in Fall only
ESCI 311: Mineralogy (4 cr hr)--Offered in Fall only
CHEM 212: General Chemistry II (4 cr hr)
PHYS 201(or 206) and PHYS 203: Physics I, with Lab (4 cr hr)
TOTAL: 16 credits

Spring Semester

ESCI 3xx: elective (4 cr hr)
ESCI 3xx: elective (4 cr hr)
MATH 202: Calculus II (4 cr hr)
PHYS 202 (or 207) and PHYS 204: Physics II, with Lab (4 cr hr)
TOTAL: 16 credits

Summer Session

ESCI 390: Field Geology (5 cr hr)--Offered only in some years; check with the department for plans.
TOTAL: 5 credits

Research and Internship Opportunities

Many Earth Science students pursue research and internship opportunities with department faculty, local consulting firms, national laboratories, or governmental agencies such as the USEPA or USDA.  We will help you find opportunities that match your interests and will provide the experience you seek.  Please contact Ms. Jean Hemzacek at J-Hemzacek@neiu.edu or (773) 442-6056, or the Student Center for Science Engagement at (773) 442-5636.

Program Contact Information

If you are interested in declaring a major or minor in Earth Science, or you have any questions about the Earth Science Department, please contact Ms. Jean Hemzacek at J-Hemzacek@neiu.edu or (773) 442-6056.