Field Studies in Tropical Biology Opportunity
Course dates: May 19-31, 2008
Application Deadline: March 10, 2008
Prerequisite: One year college-level biology

BI449: Field Studies in Tropical Biology
A 3-credit course offered in the second summer session 2008. This course introduces students to the biological complexity of the tropics through participatory field experiences in the ecologically diverse Central American country of Belize. Field trips and exercises are conducted in two of the most species rich ecosystems on the planet, the neo-tropical rainforest and coral reef. Saint Anselm faculty (Dr. Eric Berry and Dr. Lori LaPlante) and local experts will lecture on a variety of topics including the natural history of tropical biota, patterns of species diversity, rainforest ecology and conservation, ethnobiology, and coral reef ecology.

Estimated cost: $2,600 and airfare
A $250 deposit due with application.

What's Included:

• Saint Anselm tuition (3 credits)
• 4 days of field studies in the rainforest at Monkey Bay Wildlife Sanctuary
• 2 days of field studies in the Maya Mountains at Mountain Pine Ridge
• 4 days of field studies on the coral reef at Tobacco Caye
• 4 nights dorm accommodations at Saint Anselm College
• 10 days housing, ground transfers, and most meals in Belize

Other:

• This course is open to all majors meeting the prerequisite
• Participation is limited to 12 students

Financial aid is available. Contact Mac Broderick at 641-7110.

For additional information visit the course website: www.anselm.edu/internet/bio/BI449/BI449.htm or contact Dr. LaPlante or Dr. Berry.