BIOL 488 - Fourth Year Biology Seminar

3 credits
An integrative study of biology that serves as a capstone experience for the major. Students will be challenged to utilize and reflect upon knowledge and skills acquired throughout the curriculum, including the role of science in society. Critical analysis of primary literature will be applied to writing a research proposal and demonstrating skills in written and oral communication. Additional emphasis will be placed on professional development, information literacy, and collaborative work skills. Students should complete this course during their last semester of coursework.

Prerequisite(s): BIOL 388, MATH 261 or MATH 301; a minimum of one Organismal Area course (BIOL 301, BIOL 306, BIOL 309, or BIOL 315), one Cell and Molecular Area course (BIOL 305, BIOL 324, BIOL 326, or BIOL 360) and one Ecology and Evolution Area course (BIOL 330, BIOL 341, BIOL 342, or BIOL 399); and completion of at least 3 credits in BIOL 400-490; or permission of instructor
Corequisite(s): None