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Spring 2025 Practice Study Observation Lecture Distance Learning Lower Division
is a one-credit course designed for sophomores in the Department of Biological Sciences. This course will help students maximize the remainder of their undergraduate career. The course will cover biology career information and suggestions for professional development. Students will learn about the various disciplines that make up modern Biological Sciences. Students will learn about opportunities in undergraduate research and tour a research laboratory. In-depth presentations from biology alumni from a variety of fields are featured. Assignments include a Plan of Study, a resume, and a written paper evaluating the career path of one alumni speaker and describing the student's response to the presentation.
Learning Outcomes1Demonstrate the ability to communicate well, both orally and in writing.
2Demonstrate knowledge of the path leading to specific careers in biology.
Restrictions
made by Purdue students.