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Earth Science

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

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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


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