Geological Sciences students and Dr. Richard Heermance

Posted on April 19, 2023 by

CSUN Students Honored at Coast Geological Society Awards

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Congratulations to two CSUN Geology students who were given awards at the third annual Coast Geological Society Student Symposium on April 18, 2023! The Coast Geological Society’s mission is to advance the science of geology, foster the spirit of scientific research, disseminate information relating to geology, inspire and maintain a high standard of professional conduct, and to advance the professional well being of their members.

The award for Outstanding Undergraduate Student was given to Katya Yanez, who also presented her research, “The Mineralogy and Morphology of Dunes on Mars.” Ryan Kellis won the award for Outstanding Graduate Student for his research on paleosols in the Mendoza region of Argentina.

Geological Science student Katya Yanez presenting her undergraduate research at CGS 2023 — Katya Yanez presenting her undergraduate research at CGS 2023

Geological Science student Katya Yanez receiving the award for Outstanding Undergraduate Student — Katya Yanez receiving the award for Outstanding Undergraduate Student

Geological Science student Ryan Kellis holding his award for Outstanding Graduate Student — Ryan Kellis holding his award for Outstanding Graduate Student

Dr. Richard Heermance with Geological Science students — Ryan Kellis, Dr. Jen Cotton, Dr. Priya Ganguli, Katya Yanez, and Dr. Richard Heermance pose for a photo at the Coast Geological Society meeting