Modern and Ancient Tropical Environment Field

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Geological, biological, and paleontological examination of terrestrial and marine tropical ecosystems using Sapelo Island, Georgia (required weekend trip) and San Salvador Island, The Bahamas (required spring break trip) as field-based case studies. Topics include: geology, interpreting past environments from the rock record, changing sea level, island biogeography, reef ecology, and human effects on environments. Lab credit is earned through participating in the field experiences. Additional tuition is required.