Course Schedule - Spring Semester 2025

     

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MLSC 552 001 (CRN: 26385)

CONSERVING BIODIVERSITY

Long Title: CONSERVING BIODIVERSITY
Department: School of Continuing Studies
Instructor: Johnson, Cassidy
Meeting: 6:00PM - 9:00PM W (13-JAN-2025 - 25-APR-2025) 
Part of Term: Full Term
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Seminar
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Method of Instruction: Face to Face
Credit Hours: 3
Course Syllabus:
Course Materials: Rice Campus Store
 
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Must be enrolled in one of the following Major(s):
Liberal Studies
Section Max Enrollment: 0 (permission required)
Section Enrolled: 6
Enrollment data as of: 26-DEC-2024 11:10PM
 
Additional Fees: None
 
Final Exam: GR Course-Dept Schedules Exam
 
Description: Many scientists have coined the current geological age as the "Anthropocene" in reference to the impact of mankind on the planet. This course will examine biodiversity, how biodiversity influences our lives, the forces that affect biodiversity worldwide, and how we can protect it. Local species and ecosystems will be highlighted.