Image: Field research techniques and conservation is an immersive field-based course designed to teach students the fundamentals of conducting biological field research. In this course, students will gain firsthand experience designing, conducting, and troubleshooting research methods related to modern issues in marine conservation. Offered in Maymester, this course culminates in an 8-day field season where students travel to the MarineLab Environmental Education Center in Key Largo, Florida. In the field, students will participate in an intensive experiential learning program where they visit various sites in the seagrass, mangrove, coral reef, and transitional habitats associated with the Florida Keys subtropical ecosystem. While onsite, students will learn about issues facing marine ecosystems and will work with the MarineLab staff to learn the methods of ongoing research and surveillance projects. Field activities include daily boat/snorkel trips, environmental monitoring-based labs, marine conservation lectures, and conservation methods workshops. Interested in learning more? Join us for a course information session to learn about the academics, travel, and meet some of your potential classmates! Where: Cedar Street Building B, Room 353 When: Friday, 9/11/2026 from 1:00pm – 2:00pm RSVP: Please email Dr. Norfolk (william.norfolk@uga.edu) if you plan to attend.
