Subject: Summer Session 2017 at Flathead Lake Bio Station in Western Montana

Description:
Since 1899, the Flathead Lake Biological Station of the University of Montana
has been offering transformative field ecology courses in spectacular western
Montana.  Students are already registering online for Summer 2017 at
http://flbs.umt.edu/education/default.aspx.

Nine courses offered in both aquatic and terrestrial realms will be of
interest to students ranging from “sophomores-to-be” (Field Ecology) to
upperclassmen to early graduate students:
-   Many scholarships available
-   Early registration discount (Deadline: January 15, 2017)
-   "Buddy Program" discount for students who sign up together
-   Small classes with great faculty
-   Immersive learning featuring field methods and interactions with natural
resource professionals
-   Two new courses for 2017: Aquatic Microbial Ecology; Drones for Water
Assessment
-   Credits easily transferable to other colleges/universities

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 can take subsequent courses that summer.  In
any case, students can enroll with permission of instructor so they should
contact us if they have questions.  For more summer session details, see the
website at http://flbs.umt.edu/education/default.aspx or access the brochure
at http://flbs.umt.edu/pdfs/FLBS%20Summer%20Session%20Brochure%202017.pdf.

Contact Person: Jim Elser
Contact Email: [log in to unmask]
Contact Phone Number: 406-982-3301
Website URL: http://flbs.umt.edu/education