JAN 171 - Culture and Coral Reefs in Sri Lanka

Students in this course will initially examine the history and culture and land environments of Sri Lanka by traveling over the course of 18 days to locations of special interest around this beautiful and diverse island nation. We will visit, sacred and historical sites, a major festival, ancient cities, locations of importance to the economy and three national parks. Each national park has amazing biodiversity, including, wild elephants, leopards, and so much more.  The last week we will explore the lovely coral reefs off the northwest coast of Sri Lanka. Divers will get 1st preference to enter the class because diving is the best way to truly understand reef life, but snorklers will be allowed.  We will return to Saint Mary’s and share our new insights with the SMC community.

Instructor(s): Carla Bossard
Email:  cbossard@stmarys-ca.edu

Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisites:  Any college level course in science, sociology, history, anthropology, mathematics or permission of instructor. 
Course Fee:  4050
 

Credits: 1