Environmental Field Studies in Namibia
Program Basics
Course Title: Bio 214, Environmental Field Study in Namibia
Course Description: An in-country exploration of the major environmental issues of Namibia, one of the world’s most arid and beautiful countries. Students will spend three weeks in the region, visiting different ecosystems, such as the Namib Desert, dry thornveld savannas, and the Kalahari sands. Students will meet with indigenous people, NGOs, and government officers involved in local environmental issues. Elephant and cheetah tracking can be part of the educational experience during this field trip.
Faculty Leader: Prof. Rosanna Cappellato, Department of Biology
Location: Namibia
Dates: May 13 to June 3, 2010
Program Cost Estimate: $4500 includes tuition, room, board and excursions
Academic Overview
Prerequisite: Biology 212
Credit Hours to be earned: 2
Foundations Requirements to be fulfilled: F11