Coastal Disturbance Ecology(UF:WIS4934/SFC:WIS2930) May 26-June 6 (Summer A)Disturbance, whether natural or anthropogenic in origin, is a key component of all ecosystem dynamics. This course explores the role of disturbances in shaping coastal species, communities and ecosystems. Students will conduct independent field research projects. Credits: 3 Class Size: 15Lab fee: $400 (does not include tuition & food) Pre-trip UF campus meeting requiredCourse Instructor: Dr. Jennifer Seavey

SUMMER @ SEAHORSE 2014

Big Bend EcologyWIS TBD, June 7-14 (Summer A)Florida’s Big Bend includes over 200 miles of undevelope coastline protecting a diverse array of highly functioning habitats, from marine grass beds to forested hammocks This course explores coastal species, communities and ecosystems. Students will conduct independent field research projects. Credits: 3 Class Size: 15Lab fee: estimated at $400 (does not include tuition & food) Pre-trip UF campus meeting requiredCourse Instructor: Dr. Ben Atkinson

Island Biology (ZOO TBD)July (Summer B)Islands are renowned for their extraordinary biota—inspiring biologists and providing key insights into evolution, biogeography, and ecology. As a result of the devastating effects of human colonization, island ecosystems face severe threats, and island conservation has become a vital international concern. This course will introduce students to island biology with an emphasis on speciation, adaptations, and evolution. Students get to conduct independent field research projects. Credits: 3Class Size: 15Lab fee: estimated at $400 (does not include tuition & food) Pre-trip UF campus meeting requiredCourse Instructor: Dr. Coleman Sheehy

Application deadlines: May 1, 2014More info: http://skml.clas.ufl.edu