Program dates and itinerary are tentative and subject to change
The Caribbean Marine Biology program is specifically designed to provide students with a unique field marine biology experience. The seminar portion of the course involves lectures on coral reef biology. The field trip portion of the course will involve on-site lectures at the Roatan Institute for Marine Sciences (RIMS) by local experts and extensive diving/snorkeling activities in a variety of marine habitats on the world's second-largest barrier reef system.
Students will have extensive opportunities to observe incredible coral reefs and colorful invertebrates and fish while diving or snorkeling in a variety of marine habitats. Students will have the opportunity to observe and interact with dolphins. Subject areas appropriate for this course include: Biology, Genetics, GDCB, EEOB, NREM, BBMB, Marine Biology, Zoology, Animal Ecology, Animal Science, Pre-Vet, Pre-Med, Biological Premedical Illustration, and Life Sciences.
2 credits total: BIOL 3940A (1 credit) and BIOL 3940B (1 Credit). Must enroll in both 3940A and 3940B during spring semester
This program is typically offered every other year.
Learn more about the program and hear from a program participant on our podcast, To Infinity and Abroad! Listen here: Honduras: Caribbean Marine Biology