BIO 4900 - Urban Biology Field Project I

Prerequisite(s): BIO 3310; EGR 3430; Senior standing in Biology program.
In order to merge data management skills and urban biology knowledge, this two-semester series requires students to attack a significant challenge in urban biology. Students will first “pitch” their project to biology colleagues, and then assemble an Advisory Board to whom a rationale, project plan, interim reports, and final outcomes will be presented over the course of two semesters. Educational presentations in the community are required in the second semester. This project will motivate each student to study the needs of the region as well as the student’s role in understanding and sustaining change. Credit(s): 6