No Girls Allowed? Breaking Barriers for Women in Geology @ncnaturalsciences
No Girls Allowed? Breaking Barriers for Women in Geology  @ncnaturalsciences
Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
The geology profession has been, and continues to be, a field dominated by men. At 18 years old, when Amy decided to be a geologist, she had no idea. To her, geology meant that she got to outside, get dirty, and study the earth – being a woman never factored into her career decision. Over the past 25 years, there have been professional highs and lows, obstacles to overcome, and barriers to be broken. All of this helped Amy to rediscover her voice and end up with the best job a geologist could imagine. Join Amy for a look back on her geology journey.

Amy Pitts, Senior Geologist for Education and Outreach, North Carolina Geological Survey, North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality

Throughout the month of March, the Lunchtime Discovery Series will recognize Women’s History Month and women’s contributions to science and conservation. These live virtual presentations will be held each Wednesday from noon to 1:00 p.m. and are hosted by the NC Museum of Natural Sciences Coordinator of Current Science Programs Chris Smith. Brought to you by the NC DEQ Office of Environmental Education and Public Affairs and the NC Museum of Natural Sciences.
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No Girls Allowed? Breaking Barriers for Women in Geology

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