Oakton Community College

Earth Science

Oakton’s earth science faculty have more than 60 years of combined experience in teaching the mysteries of the earth. The curriculum includes courses for both majors and non-science majors in geology, environmental science, astronomy, oceanography, and meteorology. Lab-based courses enable students to visually study geologic formations. Credit opportunities also exist for high school students. Explore the exciting field of geology!

For more information, contact John Carzoli, department chair, at 847.376.7042 or jcarzoli@oakton.edu.

Alumni Profile

From social worker to college professor

As a high school senior, Anita Taylor ’86 wasn’t sure what she wanted to do. As a Health Information Technology professor at Oakton, she’s found her niche—and she’s helping today’s students find theirs.

IMPORTANT DATES
Full Academic Calendar

Wednesday, November 11

Veterans' Day holiday, College closed

Monday, November 16

Registration opens for Spring 2010 Semester

Thursday and Friday,
November 26, 27

Thanksgiving Recess, College closed

Saturday and Sunday,
November 28, 29

Thanksgiving Recess, no classes, College open (most offices closed)

Tuesday and Wednesday,

December 15, 16

Evaluation Days

Two days to be used for instruction or final student evaluations or culminating course activities. Classes not scheduled to meet on these days and classes which do not meet for the duration of the semester will ordinarily use the last class session(s) for instruction or final student evaluations or culminating course activities.

Wednesday

December 16

Last day of Student Attendance

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