Rutgers-Newark Geophysical Society
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General Information
The mission of the Society of Exploration Geophysicists student chapter at Rutgers University-Newark is to promote interest in geophysics and to enhance collaboration and knowledge amongst those interested in the geophysical sciences. We accomplish these goals by holding regular meetings, organizing invited speaker series, and subsidizing members travel to meetings among other stimulating activities.
Current Officers
Current Student Officers
President: Joaquin Cambeiro
Vice-President: Donald Pesonen
Treasurer: Jael Estrada
Secretary: Nuray Oncul
Chapter Advisor: Dr. Lee Slater
SEG Student Chapter Activities (2025)
Programs & Leadership
Chapter president Joaquin Cambeiro was selected to participate in the SEG/Chevron Student Leadership Symposium (SLS) in August 2025.
Professional Service & Volunteering
- Nicolette Fillippone served on the Near-Surface Geophysics Career Panel at IMAGE 2025.
- Chris Terra organized and moderated two SEG near-surface webinars in 2025, including SEG Pub Club and the Open Software Series featuring Dr. Craig Warren (gprMax).
- Joaquin Cambeiro volunteered at the Applied Science Education Program (ASEP) during IMAGE 2025.
Outreach & Applied Geophysics
- Earth Day outreach highlighting near-surface geophysics applications.
- GPR investigations for sinkhole assessment and AFFF site characterization.
- Hands-on seismic and GPR workshop for local high school students.
Guest Speakers
- Greg Walker (Newmont Exploration) — March 10, 2025.
- Ya Lin Song (Beijing Normal University) — December 12, 2025.