North at the Top of the Map
Wednesday November 23, 2011
How did north get to the top of the map? Why are our maps oriented to the north and not to the east, west, or south? Xanthe Webb ... Read More
Mountain Building
Wednesday November 23, 2011
Enjoy this brand-new overview of mountain building, focusing on mountain building and mountain breaking through physical geography processes.
Geographer is a Hot Job
Friday November 18, 2011
The Occupational Outlook Handbook includes the career of geographer in the category, "Social Scientists, Other." Nonetheless, data on the future of job prospects for geographers through 2018 is bright. ... Read More
Geography Writer/Intern Needed!
Friday November 18, 2011
I am again seeking one or two geography interns for the upcoming spring 2012 semester to write articles here on Geography at About.com. Any undergraduate or graduate student ... Read More
Happy Geography Awareness Week 2011!
Monday November 14, 2011
November 13-19, 2011 is the 25th annual Geography Awareness Week. This year's theme is: Geography: The Adventure in Your Community. In honor of this year's theme, I present ... Read More
10 Geographic Facts About Oregon
Wednesday November 9, 2011
Enjoy this brand-new collection of ten facts about Oregon, the U.S. state beloved for its status as not California.
Geography of El Salvador
Tuesday November 8, 2011
For an easy-to-understand historic and geographic overview of El Salvador, look no further than this new article from Amanda Briney.
New Lists
Thursday November 3, 2011
I'm excited about this latest collection of new lists on my site; they're great to help you not only to learn geography but you'll be able to impress your friends ... Read More