Experiential Learning

The department has established another mechanism by which biology majors may satisfy this general education requirement (besides the options listed under the “Experiential Learning” requirement course list found on page 74). The Biology Service Learning option requires students to apply knowledge and skills acquired in their formal courses and to reflect upon how such application has augmented their education. Students will complete a Community Outreach and Resources (COAR) Service-Learning contract in which they will 1) identify the agencies for which they will conduct their service, 2) indicate the biology faculty members who will evaluate the academic component of their activities, and 3) describe the duties that they will carry out for these agencies. Students must complete 40 hours of service within 12 months of submitting their COAR contracts. Students completing their community service during their last semester must complete all requirements by March 1 (November 1 for those finishing in December). Contact the biology department chair for additional details.