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