Special Topics in Marine Studies

Course Details

  • Acronym SMEA 550 D
  • Instructor(s) Scott Kalafatis
  • Quarter Winter 2026
  • Credits 2
  • Meeting Times T 12:00 PM - 1:50 PM
  • Location MAR 268
  • Fullfills GCeCS Applications Course

Course Description

Examination of various aspects of marine studies. Content varies, depending upon the interests of the faculty and students. Intended for the joint participation by the faculty and advanced students in the investigation of selected topics. One or more groups are organized each quarter.

THE THEORY AND PRACTICE OF LINKING KNOWLEDGE WITH ACTION TO ADDRESS MODERN ENVIRONMENTAL CHALLENGES. THIS WORK REQUIRES NEW PERSPECTIVES APPROACHES, COLLABORATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, AND NEW WAYS OF LINKING SCHOLARSHIP WITH SOCIETY. THIS 2- CREDIT READING AND DISCUSSION-BASED SEMINAR WILL ILLUSTRATE CONCEPTS W/EXAMPLES FROM EFFORTS TO INFORM SOCIETAL RESPONSES TO CLIMATE CHANGE.