[ECOLOG-L] 2017 Field Ecology Summer Session at Flathead Lake Biological Station (Montana): open for enrollment!

[Flathead Lake Biological Station, The University of Montana]

Since 1899, the Flathead Lake Biological Station of the University of Montana has been offering transformative field ecology courses in spectacular western Montana. 2017 is going to be the best summer yet! This message is to let you know that enrollment is open for our 2017 Summer Session. http://flbs.umt.edu/education We have nine great courses on offer in both aquatic and terrestrial realms that will be of interest to students ranging from "sophomores-to- be" (Field Ecology) to upperclassmen to early grad students. Here are some relevant pieces of info: • Many scholarships are available, including students outside of Montana • Early registration discount (Deadline: January 15, 2017) • "Buddy program" discount for students who sign up together • Small classes with great faculty (~15 students per class) • Immersive learning featuring field methods as well as interactions with natural resource professionals • Two new courses for 2017: Aquatic Microbial Ecology & Drones for Water Assessment • Credits are easily transferable to other colleges/universities For a look at last year's summer fun, have a look at: https://storify.com/DrLimnology/summer2016 FYI: students who have completed a first-year college curriculum involving biology, some chemistry, and some math are eligible for our 5- credit Field Ecology class after which they may take subsequent courses that summer. Anyone who has taken a university General Ecology class is eligible for all our courses. In any case, students may enroll with permission of instructor so they should contact us if they have questions. http://flbs.umt.edu/education Jim Elser Bierman Professor and Director, Flathead Lake Biological Station of the University of Montana