Dr. Jeffrey Carrier
HSP 123 Great Issues in Science “Florida for Sale”
Class – Thursday 2:10-4:00pm
Lab - Tuesday 7:10-10:00pm


FLORIDA: FOR SALE

From prime real estate to water and virtually all of its living resources, it seems that no part of the state of Florida is not "for sale." This class will examine through readings, film, discussion, and laboratory sessions, various aspects of the biology, geology, and geochemistry of Florida in historical, political, and cultural contexts. The class will seek to evaluate models of resource utilization and management, and will investigate the success of various models during a field trip to southern Florida between fall and spring semesters. Class discussions and student presentations will focus on issues of coastal urban development and will highlight lands and submerged resources placed under protection because of sanctuary and national park designations. The field trip will include the Florida Keys, Everglades National Park, and the Orlando entertainment metroplex and surrounding threatened habitats.

Note: Travel is an expected part of this seminar. The dates for travel have not be finalized but travel will occur during the break between the Fall and Spring semesters (most likely in January 2006). There will be some additional out-of-pocket expenses associated with this trip but these expenses should be less than $300. If you have any questions about this, please contact Lisa Lewis at lblewis@albion.edu .