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ENTOM/ENVIRST 205 introduces global health principles, disease disparities, and the impact of human-mediated global change on human health and ecosystem services.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
The course is considered very easy with minimal difficulty, relying almost solely on Canvas discussions rather than in-depth material coverage.
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Fall 2022–Spring 2026A survey course examining the importance of insects in the environment, including beneficial species, disease carriers, agricultural pests, and issues related to insect control agents.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
Workload consists of seven short essays, weekly quizzes, a moth-raising project, and a mini-documentary. While some find the volume of assignments significant, most report that the tasks are straightforward and manageable if students stay on top of deadlines.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026Introduction to entomology covering principles of insect morphology and classification.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
The course is described as time-consuming and requires significant memorization of Latin beetle family names. While some students found exams easy, others noted that lab exams could be difficult and the overall workload significant.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026