Post by David Roon on May 17, 2013 0:00:59 GMT
This Section of the forum presents information about the ECB senior thesis. In addition to a list of some of the most frequently asked questions, you'll find links to evaluation rubrics, timelines, and other key information.
Here's a short synopsis of the purpose of the ECB senior thesis:
The Senior Thesis or Project is a hallmark of the Ecology and Conservation Biology program. While most of the requirements of this or any degree are accomplished in traditional classroom, lab, and field trip settings, the ECB Senior Thesis or Project takes students on a journey of independent inquiry and hands-on learning. Besides being an excellent intellectual experience, we believe that your Senior Experience will give you a better grasp of scientific principles and methods, make your degree more appealing to potential employers, and prepare you for grad school if you choose that route.
This guide provides a timeline, with a list of key benchmarks for completing the thesis. It addresses a set of frequently asked questions. Note- in particular- the standards for evaluation. There are rigorous standards for successful completion of the thesis, and a series of time-specific benchmarks that must be met. Your advisor, thesis mentor, and the program director are available to help you with this process. It is ultimately your responsibility to understand and meet requirements. Students have experienced delayed graduation through not understanding or taking thesis standards seriously. Please review this document thoroughly.
Here's a short synopsis of the purpose of the ECB senior thesis:
The Senior Thesis or Project is a hallmark of the Ecology and Conservation Biology program. While most of the requirements of this or any degree are accomplished in traditional classroom, lab, and field trip settings, the ECB Senior Thesis or Project takes students on a journey of independent inquiry and hands-on learning. Besides being an excellent intellectual experience, we believe that your Senior Experience will give you a better grasp of scientific principles and methods, make your degree more appealing to potential employers, and prepare you for grad school if you choose that route.
This guide provides a timeline, with a list of key benchmarks for completing the thesis. It addresses a set of frequently asked questions. Note- in particular- the standards for evaluation. There are rigorous standards for successful completion of the thesis, and a series of time-specific benchmarks that must be met. Your advisor, thesis mentor, and the program director are available to help you with this process. It is ultimately your responsibility to understand and meet requirements. Students have experienced delayed graduation through not understanding or taking thesis standards seriously. Please review this document thoroughly.