Famous Black Geologists and Their Contributions

The video introduces the Geo Show's focus on Black History Month, highlighting notable black geologists. It covers the achievements of Marguerite Thomas Williams, the first African American to earn a PhD in geology in the U.S., and Mac Gibson Jr., the first African-American man to obtain a PhD in geology. The video also discusses Randolph Wilson Bromery's contributions as a geologist and educator. It encourages viewers to pursue geosciences, addressing diversity issues and providing resources. The video concludes with a preview of the next topic, fossil fish week.

What is the main focus of this week's Geo Show episode?

• Volcanic eruptions

• Climate change

• Geological formations

• Famous black geologists

Where did Marguerite Thomas Williams earn her bachelor's degree?

• Columbia University

• Howard University

• University of Chicago

• Catholic University

What was the focus of Williams' dissertation?

• Mars geology

• Volcanic activity

• Erosion in the Anacostia drainage basin

• Mineral deposits

Which university awarded Mac Gibson Jr. his PhD?

• Yale University

• Harvard University

• University of Chicago

• Stanford University

What was one of Mac Gibson Jr.'s research interests?

• Mountain formation

• Volcanic eruptions

• Clay mineralogy

• Ocean currents

What role did Randolph Wilson 'Bill' Bromery serve at the University of Massachusetts Amherst?

• Dean

• Chancellor

• Professor

• Researcher

Which organization did Bromery help establish at the University of Massachusetts?

• Environmental Institute

• Science Consortium

• Geological Society

• Webb Dubois Archives

What was Bromery's role during World War II?

• Army general

• Marine pilot

• Navy officer

• Tuskegee Airman

What is the main message for aspiring geologists in the final section?

• Join the military

• Study abroad

• Focus on research

• Contribute to diversity in geosciences

Which organization offers resources for black geoscientists?

• National Association of Black Geoscientists

• American Geological Institute

• Geological Society of America

• International Geoscience Union