Continuing Education Committee
Continuing Education Committee
Overview
The Mission of the SEG Continuing Education Program is to provide educational resources to our global membership and to others interested in Geophysics through courses taught by recognized experts. We stimulate professional interest in theoretical and applied Geophysics, direct career development, and expand technical horizons by:
- providing training in basic, intermediate, and advanced skills
- providing advanced curriculum topics in geophysical techniques
- increasing networking opportunities and interaction between participants and experts
- supporting accepted practices
The Committee reviews and approves courses, discusses topics of interest to develop into courses, and provides input to the Board on the education of the membership.
Objectives
The committee fulfills its mission by:
- Propose topics, speakers, and programs.
- Review program proposals and advise on the suitability of material and speakers.
- Encourage qualified instructors to enter the program.
- Review course contents and advise the SEG Business Office.
- Assess the evolving training needs of industry and market conditions.
Composition and Membership
Committee to include Committee Chair and Committee Vice Chair. The number of committee members will be determined by the Committee Chair, as well as a Board member. Committee members should be Members of the Society. SEG business office staff includes, the Managing Director of Programs, the Professional Development Manager, and the Professional Development Advisor. Liaison exists between the SEG and AAPG Continuing Education Committees. The committees have combined their efforts and presented short courses in conjunction with the SEG Technical Meeting and Exhibition of their respective organizations.
Current Leadership (2026–2027):
| Role | Name |
|---|---|
| Chair | Umair Bin Waheed |
| Board Liaison | Joseph Ebeniro |
| Staff Liaison | Jim Munkres |
Policy and Procedures
The official SEG Policy and Procedures Manual section for this committee can be accessed here: → SEG Policy and Procedures Manual
Annual Reports
Below are recent annual reports submitted to the SEG Board:
- {2024 Report}
- 2025 Report
Meetings
The committee may meet at the Annual Meeting and as needed by teleconference or web conference throughout the year as directed by the Committee Chair.
Resources and Links
Contact
For questions or to express interest in volunteering for this committee, please contact: [email protected]