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Program Type
Minor
Department
Biology
About This Program
The Natural History minor enhances your understanding of the ecology and geology of the natural world. It places particular emphasis on courses with field labs. The minor program covers a wide range of topics in earth’s history, geomorphology, ecology, ornithology, entomology, ichthyology, mammalogy, animal behavior, and field interpretation for education, as well as other topics.
Program Highlights
- Active learning environment
- Access to state-of-the–art instrumentation
- Focus on undergraduate teaching and research
Get Involved
- Biology Club allows you to interact socially and academically with peers and department faculty, contribute to service projects and fundraisers, take a break from your studies, enjoy activities like picnics, camping trips, bowling excursions with faculty and intramural sports, Ask questions about biology classes or faculty, share feedback and get information from departmental administrators
- Entomology Club is open to anyone that is interested in insects. You meet to discuss and explore various topics in entomology through scientific articles, field outings, and by sharing personal experiences (insects gathered, photographed, witnessed, etc.). Members also volunteer with U of M Extension Service to provide insect identification help and outreach activities for the public
Requirements
Refer to the link below for more detailed information about the program, admission requirements, sample plans, and contact information.