MSCI 320 - Horseshoe Crabs

2 credit hours
Course involves travel to Delaware Bay, home of the largest population of horseshoe crabs (Limulus polyphemus) in the world. Students will gain and apply information on recent conflicts in horseshoe crab research and fishery management to explore political, ecological, and economic values of marine resources, options for management, conservation and outreach, conflict resolution, and applied ecology. Special fees apply and will be determined based on student enrollment in the course.