An important element of our program is the opportunity for practicum or independent study experiences.
Students can serve as apprentice zookeepers at the nearby zoo or aquarium.
They may assist in ongoing zoo-based research. Or they can customize projects of their own. Please note however that eligibility for these experiences is not automatic. Eligibility depends in part upon the availability of positions at host institutions. A student must gain faculty sponsorship by excelling in appropriate background courses and by demonstrating prerequisite work habits, demeanor and reliability.