Fall BIO 101 Course
Through a series of lectures and activities, BIO 101 explores the academic paths, careers, opportunities, research, and trends in the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields. Students will be exposed to the diversity of STEM fields and research through lectures led by faculty, expert and professionals in their field. Fun Science activities provide opportunities for the students to engage in hands-on science activities in different STEM fields. The goal is to expose students to a wide range of possible career options, and inspire students to pursue diverse academic paths in the Science, Technology, Engineering, and/or Mathematical fields.
BIO 101-001 Course schedule - Fall 2017
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Class |
Date |
Format |
Topic |
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1 |
08/28/2017 |
Seminar |
Introduction to STEMCats and BIO 101/299: Dr. Vincent Cassone |
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09/04/2017 |
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Labor day, no class |
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2 |
09/11/2017 |
Seminar |
Neuroscience: Dr. Mark Prendergast Group discussions with mentors |
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3 |
09/18/2017 |
Seminar |
Wildlife and Veterinary Science: Dr. Josh Brown, Dr. John Cox |
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4 |
09/25/2017 |
Fun-Science |
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5 |
10/02/2017 |
Seminar |
Spring research projects: Group discussions with mentors |
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6 |
10/09/2017 |
Seminar |
Construction: Landscapes to Cityscapes: Dr. Caren Agouridis, Dr. Sebastian Bryson |
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7 |
10/16/2017 |
Fun-Science |
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8 |
10/23/2017 |
Seminar |
Biomedical Research: Dr. Tom Dziubla, Dr. Jose Abisambra |
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9 |
10/30/2017 |
Seminar |
On Being a Doctor: Dr. Wendy Jackson, Dr. Wanda Gonsalves |
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10 |
11/06/2017 |
Fun-Science |
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11 |
11/13/2017 |
Seminar |
Meet the future you!: Group discussions with graduate students and professional school students |
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12 |
11/20/2017 |
Seminar |
Energy for the future: Dr. Eduardo Santillan-Jimenez, Dr. Kenneth Graham |
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13 |
11/27/2017 |
Seminar |
Research and Careers in Academia: Dr. David Westneat, Dr. Susan Gardner |
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14 |
12/04/2017 |
Seminar |
Animals and Research: Dr. Karl Dawson, Dr. Chana Akins |
