We are earth and energy. The Mewbourne College of Earth and Energy improves people’s lives through research, education and service by studying Earth’s past and present, developing new energy tools and resources, and creating geoscientists and engineers who work across disciplines to address some of society’s most critical challenges.
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Founded in 1900 by Charles Gould, the School of Geosciences has been a leader in geosciences research and education for over a century. The School has been a global leader in education and research in topics related to hydrocarbon exploration and exploitation, but now includes research programs spanning aspects of organic, inorganic and environmental geochemistry, and hydrochemistry, planetary geology, structure and geophysics of earthquakes and induced seismicity, near-field and crustal-scale geophysics, paleoecology and paleoclimate, paleomagnetism, and mineralogy/petrology.
The Mewbourne School of Petroleum and Geological Engineering is ranked among the top for petroleum education. Students of MPGE can expect an education unparalleled to others with industry responsive curriculum, state-of-the-art laboratories, renowned faculty, a multicultural environment, and opportunities for hands-on learning and engagement with top industry professionals.
— Dean John Antonio
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At the University of Oklahoma, we seek smart, motivated, and service-oriented students who will enhance our academic community and, ultimately, make meaningful contributions to national and global communities. Learn more about what it means to be an OU student here at Mewbourne College.
Happening now at Mewbourne College.
The University of Oklahoma has named Heather Bedle, Ph.D., as the inaugural director of its Sustainable Energy Systems program, a multidisciplinary program designed to equip students with the knowledge needed to address the challenges of a dynamic energy landscape.
Zainab Iyiola, Ashley Hawk and Rana Ajeeb have been named winners of the 2025 Three-Minute Thesis competition.
Nicole Baird, managing director of Reverie Energy Management LLC, is the 2024 recipient of the Mewbourne College of Earth and Energy’s Distinguished Service Award.
The University of Oklahoma officially unveiled a new microscope that enables advanced research capabilities during a grand opening on Thursday, Dec. 5.
