The earth science education major in the Department of Geosciences at Western Michigan University is designed to provide a basic understanding of subjects that are normally included in a secondary earth science course: Astronomy, Geology, Meteorology, Oceanography. Earth science is a common course of study in many high schools. More than 350 schools in Michigan offer or plan to offer earth science. This program is offered in collaboration with the Mallinson Institute for Science Education for prospective K-12 educators.