Advising
Interested in studying Geography @ Beach? Connect with an advisor below to receive more information on the programs that interest you the most!
Students interested in advising for a bachelor's in Geography should contact Undergraduate Advisor, Dr. Linna Li. Undergraduate advising is an important part of your journey through the Geography bachelor’s degree. During advising appointments, we will focus on your individual academic plan, coursework requirements, minor and certificate advising, and ensuring that you are on a path toward completing your degree and gaining the skills, expertise, and experiences toward your future career and educational goals.
Dr. Linna Li's email: Linna.Li@csulb.edu
Office: LA1-127B
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Office Hours
Wednesday: 7:45am-9:45am (Zoom or in-person )
Thursday: 8am-10am & 1pm-2pm (Zoom only)
The CLA Advising Center (ATLAS) is available to support students when Department Advisors are unavailable. Please review ATLAS Drop-in Advising hours and instructions to connect with an advisor.
Students interested in advising for the M.A. in Geography should contact Graduate Advisor, Dr. Gary Hytrek . CSULB’s M.A. program supports a broad range of research interests, including environmental and physical geography, geospatial science, human geography, housing and social justice, and global and urban studies. Competitive funding opportunities may be available through research and teaching assistantships and laboratory technician positions. The program culminates in a traditional research-based thesis. Visit the CSULB Geography Graduate Programs website for admissions requirements, deadlines, and additional information.
Dr. Gary Hytrek's email: Gary.Hytrek@csulb.edu
Office: LA1-127A
Students interested in advising for the Master of Science in Geographic Information Science (MSGISci) should contact Program Director and Advisor, Dr. Suzanne Perlitsh. This intensive, one-year, 30-unit, cohort-based program prepares students for the geospatial workforce through advanced training in GIS, cartographic visualization, remote sensing, enterprise GIS, and geospatial programming. Designed to accommodate working professionals, the program combines technical instruction with professional development, networking opportunities, and an industry-informed applied project. Visit the CSULB Geography Graduate Programs website and the CPaCE MSGISci program website for admission requirements, application deadlines, information sessions, and additional details.
Dr. Suzanne Perlitsh's email: Suzanne.Wechsler@csulb.edu
Office: LA1-125A
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