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UC Berkeley's Department of Earth and Planetary Science encompasses geology, geophysics, marine science, atmospheric science, and planetary science.

Mission Statement:
Research, education and service in EPS is driven by a fundamental human curiosity about the past, present and future of Earth and other planets. We underpin our intellectual mission with a comprehensive dedication to equity, accessibility and inclusion for all.

05/27/2026

Congratulations to Professor Barbara Romanowicz on becoming an elected member of the Royal Society. 🎉

“Their contributions reflect the highest standards of scientific endeavour,” said Sir Paul Nurse, president of the Royal Society, in a statement. “This incoming cohort highlights the truly international character of contemporary science and underscores the vital role that plays in achieving breakthroughs that benefit us all.”

Read more on our EPS website.

05/20/2026

Yesterday’s commencement ceremony marked the end of one chapter and the beginning of another. Congratulations to the graduating class of 2026 🎓✨

04/30/2026

The Earth and Planetary Science seminar series presents:

Anthony Fuentes

UC Berkeley Seminar
Thursday 04/30

3:45 p.m., 365 McCone Hall

Refreshments will be available before the seminar in McCone 340 at 3:00 p.m. and a reception will follow the seminar on the fifth floor balcony.

04/23/2026

The Earth and Planetary Science seminar series presents:

Ankur Mahesh

UC Berkeley Seminar
Thursday 04/23

3:45 p.m., 365 McCone Hall

Refreshments will be available before the seminar in McCone 340 at 3:00 p.m. and a reception will follow the seminar on the fifth floor balcony.

04/21/2026

This summer, take 8 weeks to learn about The Planets!

UC Berkeley, Summer Session C, The Planets, Class #:12534, Jun 22, 2026 - Aug 14, 2026.

A tour of the mysteries and inner workings of our solar system. What are planets made of? Why do they orbit the sun the way they do? How do planets form, and what are they made of? Why do some bizarre moons have oceans, volcanoes, and ice floes? What makes the Earth hospitable for life? Is the Earth a common type of planet or some cosmic quirk? This course will introduce basic physics, chemistry, and math to understand planets, moons, rings, comets, asteroids, atmospheres, and oceans. Understanding other worlds will help us save our own planet and help us understand our place in the universe.

Meets Physical Science, L&S Breadth

04/09/2026

The Earth and Planetary Science seminar series presents:

Isabel Montanez

UC Berkeley Seminar
Thursday 04/09

3:45 p.m., 365 McCone Hall

Refreshments will be available before the seminar in McCone 340 at 3:00 p.m. and a reception will follow the seminar on the fifth floor balcony.

04/02/2026

The Earth and Planetary Science seminar series presents:

Pratigya Polissar

UC Berkeley Seminar
Thursday 04/02

3:45 p.m., 365 McCone Hall

Refreshments will be available before the seminar in McCone 340 at 3:00 p.m. and a reception will follow the seminar on the fifth floor balcony.

04/01/2026

This summer, take 6 weeks to learn about Introduction to Climate Change!

UC Berkeley, Summer Session A, Introduction to Climate Change, Class #:12321, May 26, 2026 - Jul 02, 2026.

This course covers the physical processes that determine Earth’s past, present, and future climate, with a particular focus on the essentially irreversible climate change (a.k.a., global warming) caused by the burning of coal, oil, and natural gas. Topics will also include the estimation of future warming and impacts, the Earth resources that can be used to combat climate change, and the policies being used to shift towards the use of those resources.

Meets Physical Science, L&S Breadth

03/18/2026

We’re so excited and proud of our undergraduate advisor, Anna Atkinson, for presenting at the NACADA Region 3 & Region 4 Conference with their presentation, “From Generation to Individual: How Only-ness Transforms Intergenerational Advising Relationships.” 🎉👏

03/13/2026

🌟Goal reached!🌟

Thanks to our incredible community, we reached 40 gifts to the Friends of EPS fund and unlocked $15,000 in additional support. Your generosity helps provide hands-on learning, field experiences, and research opportunities for EPS students.

We’re so grateful for everyone who supported us during .

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03/12/2026

We’re halfway there! 🎉

Thanks to our amazing community, we’re halfway to our goal of 40 gifts for the Friends of EPS fund during . Every gift helps support our students through field experiences, teaching labs, and research opportunities across Earth and planetary science.

Help us get the rest of the way and unlock $15,000 in additional gifts.

Make your gift today — link in bio.

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