The Society
Established in 1888, The Geological Society of America provides access to elements that are essential to the professional growth of earth scientists at all levels of expertise and from all sectors: academic, government, business, and industry.
The Geological Society's growing membership unites thousands of earth scientists from every corner of the globe in a common purpose to study the mysteries of our planet and share scientific findings.
- Learn more about GSA's history.
- Read about GSA's Goals & Objectives and its strategic plan.
NOTE: All members are invited to attend a Town Hall Meeting this spring to discuss updating the Society’s five-year strategic plan which drives the Society’s future. [ view schedule ] - Meet GSA's Governance and Committee members.
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GSA’s mission is to be a leader in advancing the geosciences, enhancing the professional growth of its members, and promoting the geosciences in the service to humankind and stewardship of the Earth. |
GSA will be a broad, unifying scientific society
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GSA's Commitment to Diversity
The Geological Society of America (GSA) is a global professional society with a growing membership of more than 24,700 individuals in 103 countries. The GSA affirms its belief and commitment to diversity and will continue to develop its diverse base. The GSA is dedicated to maintaining an organizational climate where differing ideas, abilities, backgrounds, and needs are fostered with opportunities for members from divergent experiences to participate and contribute. The GSA recognizes that diverse perspectives are important and necessary for responsible and representative decision-making and leadership. Therefore, GSA strongly encourages participation in any GSA activity of all its members regardless of race, sex, creed, age, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, or disability and will undertake reasonable efforts to ensure that its activities are open to all. (adopted 2 Dec. 2004)
Global Geoscience Initiative
IYPE Ends, GGI Begins
As activities associated with the International Year of Planet Earth (IYPE) come to an end, GSA, AGI, the Geological Society of London, and the British Geological Survey, along with other members of the IYPE board and several earth science institutions, are exploring the idea of a Global Geoscience Initiative (GGI) in order to extend the success and spirit of the IYPE. The proposed GGI will have global scientific significance and clear societal goals.
[ view progress report and learn more ]
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| These documents will be updated periodically. | |