Semester of Study
Consider a semester off-campus where all your courses are focused
around a single discipline.
For the fall of 2014, Rensselaer’s Darrin Fresh Water Institute and the
Department of Biology are offering a semester of living and learning at
Lake George. This Unique educational experience is open to juniors,
seniors and graduate students of any discipline. Housing is $2000.
Students are responsible for purchasing and cooking their own food.
Limited to 10 students.
If you are interested in the
environmental sciences…
 Earn 16 credits and enjoy every day on the “Queen of American
Lakes.”
 Celebrate your diverse academic background with this unique
program.
 Explore the ecology of the Adirondack region and the influence of
human activity on Lake George.
 Experience small, interactive classes.
Semester Curriculum:
BIOL 4700 Freshwater Ecology
BIOL 4680 Applied and
Environmental Microbiology
BIOL 4970 Independent Research
BIOL 2930 Internship with an
Environmental Organization
BIOL 4940 Seminar Series
Comments from Former DFWI Students:
“Awesome, the lake was our lab and it was right outside
my window.”
“The environment of living and studying together was a
pleasant surprise that we all enjoyed.”
“A very unique and relaxed atmosphere for learning.”
For more information visit the DFWI website: http://www.rpi.edu/dept/DFWI
or email: nierzs@rpi.edu