Formal papers including a major paper on a personal philosophy of conservation biology. Two hours of seminar class. Intensive readings in a specialized aspect of biolotgy under the supervision of a biology faculty member. Available only when faculty load permits. Arrangements must be completed at least one term before the course begins.
Formal report is required.
Weekly meetings with instructor. A minimum of 40 hours of study per credit hour is required. An opportunity for senior students to gain practical experience in a field related to their major. A log book will be required as well as a final paper in which the student will react to the internship both objectively and subjectively, correlating his or her academic knowledge with practical experience. A minimum of 40 hours of supervised experience per credit hour is required.