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BIOG 1111
Course Description
This course is for first-year students entering or intending to enter the Biological Sciences major in either the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) or College of Arts & Sciences. This ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- R
- Aug 26 - Oct 31, 2024
Instructors
Drumluk, A
Nicholson, L
Schmidt, C
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Additional Information
Primarily for: College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS) first-year students in the Biological Sciences major and College of Arts & Sciences first-year students intending to enter the Biological Sciences major.
BIOG 1140
Course Description
The course offers an introduction to biology at the cell and molecular levels, including cell function, energetics, Mendelian genetics, molecular genetics, DNA technology and evolution. The emphasis is ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one discussion.
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Turgeon, R
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Class Number & Section Details
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- M
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Turgeon, R
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- W
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
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Turgeon, R
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- M
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Turgeon, R
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- W
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
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Turgeon, R
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- T
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Turgeon, R
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- R
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Turgeon, R
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- W
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Turgeon, R
BIOG 1250
Course Description
A first-year seminar that provides an opportunity for students to participate in a small group, interactive course with a biologist. Students will develop critical thinking skills by exploring topics in ... view course details
Seven Week - Second.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-2 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit))
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Section Topic
Topic: Curing Cancer 101
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- M
- Oct 16 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Bracken, A
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Additional Information
For more information, see https://cals.cornell.edu/biological-sciences/undergraduate-program/biology-seminar.
BIOG 1440
Course Description
An introductory physiology course intended for first-year and sophomore biological sciences majors and other students majoring in life sciences. The course integrates physiology from the cell to the organism ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one discussion.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MW
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Campbell, D
Gilbert, C
Helmann, J
Pesciotta, L
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Additional Information
Biological Sciences majors must take this course for a letter grade. If enrollment in lecture and sections for BioG 1440 is closed/full, you can attend the first lecture and the discussion section of your choice during the first week of classes. There you will have the opportunity to fill out a form requesting to add or change section in the course. Students will be notified if space becomes available. This course will require a permission code to add and switch sections on the first day of class. Do not try to switch your section without a permission number.
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- R
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Campbell, D
Gilbert, C
Helmann, J
Pesciotta, L
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- R
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Campbell, D
Gilbert, C
Helmann, J
Pesciotta, L
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- R
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Campbell, D
Gilbert, C
Helmann, J
Pesciotta, L
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- R
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Campbell, D
Gilbert, C
Helmann, J
Pesciotta, L
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- R
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Campbell, D
Gilbert, C
Helmann, J
Pesciotta, L
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- R
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Campbell, D
Gilbert, C
Helmann, J
Pesciotta, L
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- R
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Campbell, D
Gilbert, C
Helmann, J
Pesciotta, L
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- R
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Campbell, D
Gilbert, C
Helmann, J
Pesciotta, L
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- R
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Campbell, D
Gilbert, C
Helmann, J
Pesciotta, L
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- R
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Campbell, D
Gilbert, C
Helmann, J
Pesciotta, L
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Class Number & Section Details
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- R
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Campbell, D
Gilbert, C
Helmann, J
Pesciotta, L
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- F
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Campbell, D
Gilbert, C
Helmann, J
Pesciotta, L
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Meeting Pattern
- F
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Campbell, D
Gilbert, C
Helmann, J
Pesciotta, L
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- F
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Campbell, D
Gilbert, C
Helmann, J
Pesciotta, L
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- F
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Campbell, D
Gilbert, C
Helmann, J
Pesciotta, L
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- F
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Campbell, D
Gilbert, C
Helmann, J
Pesciotta, L
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Meeting Pattern
- F
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Campbell, D
Gilbert, C
Helmann, J
Pesciotta, L
BIOG 1445
Course Description
The course focuses on the understanding of how different biological organisms (animals, plants, microbes) perform common physiological functions. view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- T
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Campbell, D
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Additional Information
Alternate section for those with lecture 001 class conflict. Contact biog1445@cornell.edu for consent to enroll. No admittance after first week.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
BIOG 1500
Course Description
Designed for biological sciences majors to provide lab experience with emphasis on processes of scientific investigations and to promote communication, literacy and collaboration in science. Students gain ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one laboratory.
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Credits and Grading Basis
2 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- T
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Sarvary, M
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Additional Information
Biological Sciences majors are required to take this course for a letter grade.
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Meeting Pattern
- T
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Sarvary, M
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- T
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Sarvary, M
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- T
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Sarvary, M
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- T
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Sarvary, M
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- T
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Sarvary, M
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- W
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Sarvary, M
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- W
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Sarvary, M
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- W
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Sarvary, M
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- W
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Sarvary, M
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- W
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Sarvary, M
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- W
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Sarvary, M
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- W
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Sarvary, M
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- W
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Sarvary, M
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- W
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Sarvary, M
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- W
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Sarvary, M
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- R
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Sarvary, M
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- R
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Sarvary, M
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- R
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Sarvary, M
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- R
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Sarvary, M
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- R
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Sarvary, M
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- R
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Sarvary, M
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- R
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Sarvary, M
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Meeting Pattern
- R
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
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Sarvary, M
BIOG 2000
Course Description
Registration device for students who want to take only a portion of a regular biological sciences course-for example, only the lectures or only the laboratory in a course that includes both. Only students ... view course details
BIOG 2200
Course Description
The first half of the semester will focus on interpreting and evaluating scientific literature. Students will do group presentations on a primary research or review paper. The second half will cover careers ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit Sat/Unsat(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory)
BIOG 2400
Course Description
Students will complete readings and view online media on teaching and learning, create and critique lesson plans, and participate in regular discussions with other SGLs. Each week SGLs will reflect on ... view course details
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
2 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- F
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
McCaffrey, J
Nicholson, L
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
Enrollment limited to: Biology Scholars Program (BSP) students or Collaborative Learning in Undergraduate Biology (CLUB) Study Group Leader.
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
2 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
BIOG 2990
Course Description
Intended for students who are new to undergraduate research. Students enrolled in BIOG 2990 may be reading scientific literature, learning research techniques, or assisting with ongoing research. The faculty ... view course details
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-3 Credits Sat/Unsat(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Staff
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Directed Research
Students from all Colleges must submit a CALS Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
BIOG 3100
Course Description
This course is for students in the HHMI-Cornell Research Transfer (CURT) program, and will introduce HHMI-CURT Scholars to faculty research, include scholar presentations, and serve as a forum for HHMI-CURT ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit Sat/Unsat(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory)
BIOG 4970
Course Description
This course is designed for a student to study a problem or topic not covered in a regular course or undertake tutorial study of an independent nature in an area of interest in Biology, under the supervision ... view course details
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-3 Credits Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Hay, A
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
Students from all Colleges must submit a CALS Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
BIOG 4980
Course Description
Designed to give qualified undergraduate students teaching experience through actual involvement in planning and assisting in biology courses. This experience may include supervised participation in a ... view course details
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3-4 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- M
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Campbell, D
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
Students from all Colleges must submit a CALS Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
BIOG 4990
Course Description
For students with previous undergraduate experience conducting biological research at Cornell. Students enrolled for this credit should be doing independent work on their own project. Any Cornell faculty ... view course details
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-8 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Staff
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Directed Research
Students from all Colleges must submit a CALS Special Studies Form (https://cals.cornell.edu/undergraduate-students/student-services/academic-resources/special-studies-academic-policies-and-petitions-and-forms/undergraduate-special-studies-enrollment-non-structured-credit). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
BIOG 4997
Course Description
This independent study course offers students in the Biological Sciences major an opportunity to reflect on professional and personal growth, challenges, and opportunities resulting from a recent internship ... view course details
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
0.25 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Aug 26 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Gallagher, M
Nicholson, L
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
Application required. See https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_02EiQF5WOMUh2jI to apply.
Department Consent Required (Add)
BIOG 6500
Course Description
This course is designed for the graduate student instructors who are interested in teaching in the biological sciences. This course provides transferable pedagogical skills, focusing on discipline-based ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit))