Biology's Survival Guide to College

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Stress can test the limit of an individual's ability to maintain balance, thrive and survive. This non-majors biology course explores how cells, organs and organ systems work together to maintain homeostasis. Equipped with knowledge of how the body functions, students explore how common stressors experienced by college students (sleep deprivation, lack of relaxation, poor diet, and others) can test the limits of maintaining homeostasis. Understanding the body's stress response and how stress impacts well-being will enable students to make evidenced-based decisions to promote balance in their own life. This course does not fulfill any requirements for minors or majors offered through the Department of Biology. Counts as a Communication Intensive course. Counts as a Full-Semester Wellness/Non-movement course.