Potential Special Topics Biology Classes.  The following classes are in various stages of development.  They are not normally on the schedule, but can be offered most semesters if there is sufficient interest on the part of students.  Most of these classes will be upper level classes.  I will also be developing field biology classes.  Please contact me if you are interested in these classes, or if you have a suggestion for another class you would like to see offered.

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Advanced Evolution--This would be a more in-depth look at evolutionary mechanisms.  Evolution would be a prerequisite.

Anatomy of the Shark--This class was offered once as a one-hour elective.  An in-depth exploration of shark anatomy.

Biogeography--This class was offered once as a two-hour elective (Class page is here).  Could be a two-hour or three-hour course.

Biology of Grouse--A study of the ecology of grouse, ptarmigans, prairie-chickens, and related birds.  A summer or winter field trip would be a possibility.

Biomechanics--A study of how biology interacts with physics.  Comparative Anatomy would be a prerequisite.

Biology of Bats—A study of the evolution, taxonomy, and ecology of bats.  A one or two-hour course for upper-level students.

Conservation Biology--Would be a study of the challenges involved in trying to conserve endangered species; would include some genetics.

Desert Ecology--This class has been offered once before, and included a field trip to New Mexico and Arizona.  I'd be glad to do it again!

Foundations of Ecology--This would be a seminar-type course that would investigate some of the classic studies of ecology.

History of Biology--A look at the foundations of the biological sciences.

Invasion Ecology--A study of invasive organisms, the problems they cause, and possible solutions.

Marine Ornithology--This class was offered once before, and included a field trip to the Gerace Research Station in the Bahamas.  It was awesome!

Natural History of Arkansas Mammals--A class which concentrates on the ecology of the mammals of Arkansas.  Mammalogy and Lab would be prerequisites.

Preparation of Museum Specimens--This was a one-hour elective which involved preparation of mammalian and avian specimens.  Mammalogy is a pre-req.

Transitions in Vertebrate Evolution--A study of major evolutionary transitions in vertebrates.  Comparative Anatomy would be a prerequisite.

I've taught a number of biology courses which involve field trips to specific areas.  Past courses included trips to Arizona, the Bahamas, the Canadian Rockies, the Canyonlands of Utah, Costa Rica, Florida, Hawaii, New Mexico, and Yellowstone.  I'd be glad to repeat any of these courses, or try someplace new.  Suggestions are welcome!