For each session, I will begin by discussing a topic of broad importance for biology. Discussion will follow.
Attendance is required.
Absences will only be excused in case of University-approved events such as intercollegiate athletics or your serious, documented illness. The other half of the course grade will be based upon a class essay written during the last class meeting. This essay will be your response to a broadly based question. Your answer should draw upon what you have learned in the seminar sessions.