American Association of Geographers

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AAG brings together members of the global geographic community. We are an academic & professional organization representing educators, researchers, & practitioners in geography. https://www.aag.org/membership/

Call for Volunteers headline over hands of diverse people stacked in a team huddle beside the American Association of Geographers logo, inviting nominations and interest for committee volunteer service.
Close-up of large, exposed tree roots on a forest floor with moss and soft natural light. The American Association of Geographers logo appears in the top left. Bold white text reads 'Toward a More Grounded Geography Community' with a red banner below reading 'July 2026 President's Column | Sara Smith.'
Maeva Gauthier bundled in a fur-lined parka, knit hat, and patterned scarf standing at sunset with warm golden light on their face.
Mural by Kevin Ledo, collaborative "Under the Same Sky" project, Portland, Oregon. Photo credit: Sarah RK, Unsplash.
Graphic thanking committee members for their service from the American Association of Geographers: large scripted "Thank you!" above curved "COMMITTEE MEMBERS" and "FOR YOUR SERVICE," AAG logo at bottom right and a red ribbon with https://www.aag.org/governance/.
Climate, vegetation and animal life vary across the landscapes of the United States, forming distinct biomes. Smithsonian/Esri/RESOLVE, CC BY-NC.
New York City skyline with bold white text reading '#AAG2027 Registration Now Open.' The American Association of Geographers logo appears in the top left. A red banner at the bottom reads 'Learn How You Can Get Involved.
Group of people celebrating the pride month on a pride event. View more by whitebalance.space from Getty Images Signature.
A Lavender Hill billboard reclaims Denver’s historical nickname—“Queen City of the Plains”—with a bold, joyful welcome rooted in Queer pride and place. Credit: Lavender Hill Cultural District
People pointing at a colorful transit map spread out on a table. The American Association of Geographers logo appears above bold white text reading 'Career Profiles' with the subtitle: 'Read AAG's career profiles to discover why they chose to pursue their career path and how exciting, meaningful, and successful a career in geography can be.
Mock up of an individual interacting with AAG's job board home page in an office desk setting.
New York City skyline at sunset with bold white text reading '#AAG2027 Registration Now Open.' The American Association of Geographers logo appears in the top left. A red banner at the bottom reads 'Learn How You Can Get Involved.'
Graphic with various images of AAG merch against tan topographic patterns.
"AAG" spelled out in Landsat imagery in three panels.
Mural by Kevin Ledo, collaborative "Under the Same Sky" project, Portland, Oregon. Photo credit: Sarah RK, Unsplash.
Show Your Stripes Graphic. Graphics and lead scientist: Ed Hawkins, National Centre for Atmospheric Science, University of Reading., National Centre for Atmospheric Science, UoR. Data: Berkeley Earth, NOAA, UK Met Office, MeteoSwiss, DWD, SMHI, UoR & ZAMG
Graphic promoting the 2027 AAG Annual Meeting in New York City from February 8-12.
A crowd of individuals carrying rainbow Pride flags in a parade.
A large group of smiling adults standing together outdoors in front of a brick building, shown behind text promoting early career and department leader workshops.
Two circular headshot photos on a topographic map background. A man with glasses in a navy blazer on the left and a blonde woman on the right. Text reads 'Welcoming a New President to AAG — Interview with Sara Smith' with the American Association of Geographers logo below.
A promotional graphic from the American Association of Geographers announcing that #AAG2026 session recordings are now available. The background photo shows attendees seated in rows of chairs inside a conference room, facing a projection screen at the front. The audience includes people of various ages viewed from behind. The AAG logo appears in the upper left corner. Bold white text reading '#AAG2026 Recordings Available' dominates the center of the image over a dark gradient overlay. A coral-red hexagonal banner near the bottom reads 'Log in AAG's platform or view on YouTube' in white text.
A large group of smiling adults standing together outdoors in front of a brick building, shown behind text promoting early career and department leader workshops.
A clean informational flyer with a navy and white layout promoting three geography‑related internships. A map‑style image fills the upper left corner, while a navy flag shape with a globe symbol sits on the right. Text blocks describe an undergraduate communications role and a communities internship, each with brief summaries. A qualifications section outlines needed skills in communication, organization, and student engagement. A final section lists deadlines and event dates in simple bullet points. A navy button‑style shape at the bottom offers a link for additional details
Photo courtesy of National Geographic.
A promotional graphic from the American Association of Geographers announcing that #AAG2026 session recordings are now available. The background photo shows attendees seated in rows of chairs inside a conference room, facing a projection screen at the front. The audience includes people of various ages viewed from behind. The AAG logo appears in the upper left corner. Bold white text reading '#AAG2026 Recordings Available' dominates the center of the image over a dark gradient overlay. A coral-red hexagonal banner near the bottom reads 'Log in AAG's platform or view on YouTube' in white text.
Alt text: "Congratulations graphic on a dark navy blue background decorated with scattered star shapes in varying sizes and opacities. The header reads 'Congratulations! Inaugural Public and Engaged Scholarship Honoree' in white text. Below, a photo of Karen Barton wearing a wide-brimmed hat and outdoor gear is displayed on the left. On the right, a white banner contains her name and title: Professor of Geography, GIS, and Sustainability, University of Northern Colorado. Below that, white body text describes her community-engaged research contributions and collaborative work with partners around the world
Close-up of multiple hands stacked together with a message calling for volunteers from the American Association of Geographers.
A structured infographic‑style announcement promoting internships from the American Association of Geographers. The design uses navy accents, white space, and a soft map illustration. Headings highlight three open positions, followed by short descriptions of duties such as supporting awareness week programs and working with student groups. Below, a set of bullet points lists qualities like strong communication, organization, and interest in geography. Important deadlines appear in another list, including application and interview dates.
Graphic with various images of AAG merch against tan topographic patterns.
Two people sitting at a table with a laptop, discussing work, with text promoting the 2026 AAG Early Career Faculty Development Workshop.
Close-up of multiple hands stacked together with a message calling for volunteers from the American Association of Geographers.
A structured infographic‑style announcement promoting internships from the American Association of Geographers. The design uses navy accents, white space, and a soft map illustration. Headings highlight three open positions, followed by short descriptions of duties such as supporting awareness week programs and working with student groups. Below, a set of bullet points lists qualities like strong communication, organization, and interest in geography. Important deadlines appear in another list, including application and interview dates.
Text against photo of three individuals in a lively conversation. Public and Engaged Scholarship in Geography. COMMUNITY-CENTERED INQUIRY. Learn about leadership, resources, and next recommendations.
A blurred background of a person sorting sticky notes on a board, overlaid with the American Association of Geographers logo and the headline 'AAG Job Board'.
A structured infographic‑style announcement promoting internships from the American Association of Geographers. The design uses navy accents, white space, and a soft map illustration. Headings highlight three open positions, followed by short descriptions of duties such as supporting awareness week programs and working with student groups. Below, a set of bullet points lists qualities like strong communication, organization, and interest in geography. Important deadlines appear in another list, including application and interview dates.
A collage of photos from a formal event showing people receiving certificates, posing for group photos, speaking on stage, and gathering in a large meeting room. The images capture smiles, handshakes, awards, and moments of connection among attendees throughout the venue.
AAG President William Moseley posing at a glass podium. Black fade and text overlay with a red ribbon: #AAG2026 Recordings Available. View on YouTube or AAG Webpage.
A large group of smiling adults standing together outdoors in front of a brick building, shown behind text promoting early career and department leader workshops.
Flyer for the William Pecora award nominations. Provided by USGS.
Photo is provided from Dr. Korson's StoryMap.
National Capitol Building in Washington D.C. By Tom Fisk from Pexels.
Empty Washington DC Street with Urban Skyline. By Mark Direen from Pexels.
A profile graphic featuring Dydia DeLyser, shown smiling against a plain background on the right side of the design. On the left, there is a photo of a weathered wooden building in a ghost town under a bright blue sky. Above the images, text introduces her as a Professor Emerita of Geography at CSU Fullerton. Beside the building photo is a quote describing the cultural meaning of ghost towns, the connection between small objects and big themes, and her research into how ordinary things hold personal magic.
A rectangular educational graphic titled “Tracking the Geography of Diseases: How Epidemiologists Map Infection.” On the right side, there is a white text block with black text explaining that epidemiology uses geography to understand how diseases spread, focusing on where communicable diseases move. Below the text are two small logos: one for Geography In The News showing a stylized green and blue globe, and one for the American Association of Geographers featuring a circular blue emblem. On the left side of the graphic are three images: • A watercolor-style world map with soft blends of red, blue, green, and yellow. • A map of East Africa and the Arabian Peninsula showing disease spread routes with red arrows moving between Uganda, Kenya, Saudi Arabia, and nearby areas. • A close-up illustration of virus particles in bright colors such as red, blue, and green. The background features splashes of red and orange watercolor textures.
Graphic provided by the Association for Public Policy Analysis and Management.
The US congressional building in the background, with text overlayed a red ribbon in the bottom left corner: Tell your legislators to protect science.
Ross Pearson, volunteer and outreach coordinator at the Street Tree Nursery, provides the visiting geographers with insights on the operation. Photo credit: San Francisco Public Works
The US congressional building in the background, with text overlayed a red ribbon in the bottom left corner: Tell your legislators to protect science.