Medicinal Botany in Summer
Summer quarter
Faculty: Marja Eloheimo ethnobotany, environmental and cultural anthropology, plant studies
Fields of Study: botany, cultural studies, environmental studies, sustainability studies and visual arts
Summer: CRN (Credit) Level 40082 (8) First Session
Credits: 8(Su)
Class Standing: Freshmen - Senior
Offered During: Day
Description
In this 8-credit program, students will gain an introduction to medicinal plants in summertime, with particular focus on plant identification and morphology (botany), medicinal concepts and practices (botanical medicine), and botanical arts and nature journaling (art). Students will also explore selected aspects of such topics as approaches to cross-cultural herbalism, research and experience, bringing medicinal plants into our lives, and plants for summertime health. Activities include lectures, workshops, reading, seminar, field activities, and hands-on projects. This course is appropriate for students with interests in botany, environmental studies, health, education, and botanical medicine.Maximum Enrollment: 24
Advertised Schedule: 9a-5p Tue/Thu, 9a-noon Wed (Jun. 28 - Jul. 21)
Schedule Details: Note the later start date.
Required Fees: $45 for supplies, entrance fees, workshops
Preparatory for studies or careers in: botany, health-related fields, ecology, education, cultural studies, sustainability
Campus Location: Olympia
Online Learning: Enhanced Online Learning
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