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- Academic Programs
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Oceanology
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With Faculty
- Vantuna
Research Group (VRG)
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- R/V Vantuna
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| "I have been meaning to write you for some time and tell you what an absolutely fantastic time I had out at Oxy this summer. I don't think I've ever enjoyed anything so much in my life. Not only did I learn a lot about oceanology, but I learned a lot about myself and that I was capable of. The college dilemma does not seem so
awesome as it did before going to Occidental." |
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 This comment came from a student who attended our special course in oceanology a few years ago. This summer, the class will be offered for the
28th consecutive year to about 24 students who have completed their junior year of high school as well as a few who have already begun college. The course carries full college credit for 4 semester units. |
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Academic Program: This is a special introductory college course, not a camp! There are exams, practicals and projects.
| Lectures: 2 hours/day M-Th covering chemical and physical oceanography, the classification and natural history of plankton, algae, invertebrates, fish and marine mammals, marine ecology and the effects of pollution. Guest scientists will discuss career options and their particular interests. |
| Labs: 3 hours/day M-Th will sort, identify and observe the organisms they have collected. Some dissections and physiological experiments will be conducted. Two labs involve the isolation of DNA and its use in analyzing fish stocks. |
Field Work: At least 1 full day/week (usually Friday) will be spent aboard our 85' research vessel, the R/V Vantuna, learning navigation, collecting organisms and learning how to investigate selected habitats between the mainland and Catalina Island. In addition there will be trips to tide pools, local aquaria and other marine
institutes.
The Oxy Admissions Staff will also give a seminar on how to select a college, prepare your personal statement for your college application, and discuss financial aid. |
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 Social Program: This is summer and we all need to have some fun! Students will live in a college dorm under the supervision of Oxy students who will serve as chauffeurs (i.e., do all the driving) and organize (and screen) a variety of activities of interest to the group. These may include trips to Disneyland or Magic Mountain, museums, the beach, ball games, etc. |
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Application: We are looking for students who are fascinated by the ocean and highly motivated to make the most out of this unique opportunity. To apply, please send us:1) the completed, short application form
2) one letter of recommendation, preferably from a science teacher
3) an official copy of your transcript |
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Send your material to:
Dr. Gary G. Martin
Department of Biology, Occidental College
1600 Campus Rd, Los Angeles, California, 90041-3314
Phone: (323)25-2890; FAX (323)341-4974; email gmartin@oxy.edu
Completed applications are evaluated on a first-come, first served basis. Selected students will be contacted and a $50 deposit (which is applied to the tuition) is then needed to reserve your spot in the class. A packet of detailed information on how to get to Oxy, what to bring, etc., will then be sent to you. |
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Costs:
| Tuition (for 4 College semester units) |
$3,240 |
| Room & Board + Course Fee(includes books,ID,accident policy, lab materials) |
$1700 |
| Total |
$4,940 |
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Director: Dr. Gary G. Martin, Professor of Biology and Director of the R/V Vantuna
Instructor: Dr. Dan Pondella, Director of the Vantuna Research Group |
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| Don't forget to fill out the Application Form here >>>> |
Questions about this site? Please E-mail us  |
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