9 courses
Advanced independent study in environmental studies involving independent work overseen by a qualified instructor.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
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Fall 2022–Fall 2025 · limited sampleA systems-based investigation of soil structure, biology, water, fertility, and taxonomy, including human impacts on the soil environment.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
Past student reviews · Nick Balster
Nick Balster’s lectures were engaging and informative but required close attention; students noted that complacency led to falling behind, though he offered many opportunities for support. He made a point to learn everyone’s name and demonstrated immense respect and care for his students.
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Spring 2023–Spring 2026Silviculture: Applied Forest Ecology covers ecologically-based management principles for sustainable timber production, biodiversity, and site productivity.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
Recent recorded grades — Spring 2024: 3.31 GPA, 56.2% A/AB (n=16 letter grades); Spring 2025: 3.19 GPA, 50.0% A/AB (n=16 letter grades); Spring 2026: 3.25 GPA, 50.0% A/AB (n=10 letter grades). Includes jointly taught sections.
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Spring 2023–Spring 2026 · limited sampleIndependent research course preparing students for a graduate thesis under faculty supervision, focusing on scientific presentation and data communication.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
No recorded grade history
Independent Study involves research work under direct guidance of a faculty or instructional academic staff member. Students arrange the work and credits with the supervising instructor.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
Recent recorded grades — Spring 2024: 3.89 GPA, 100.0% A/AB (n=9 letter grades); Fall 2025: 4.00 GPA, 100.0% A/AB (n=9 letter grades); Spring 2026: 4.00 GPA, 100.0% A/AB (n=9 letter grades).
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Spring 2024–Spring 2026 · limited sampleCoordination internship or cooperative education in Soil Science with professional supervision.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
No recorded grade history
Individual study for majors completing theses for Soil Science degrees as arranged with a faculty member.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
No recorded grade history
Practicum in Soil Science Teaching provides instructional orientation, supervised direct teaching, student evaluation experience, and analysis of teaching performance in higher education.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
No recorded grade history
Independent research and writing course focused on completing dissertation requirements in Soil Science.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
No recorded grade history