Brecia A. Despard
Visiting Assistant Professor of Biology
Associations
Biology
Current Courses
Winter Semester 2026
Marine Science
An integrated, interdisciplinary marine science overview encompassing physical, biological, and social aspects of the marine environment. Oceanography topics encompass origins and geological history of the oceans, structure of basins and sediments, ocean chemistry, as well as currents, waves, and ti…
Marine Ecology
An examination of the complex ecological interactions that structure marine systems in a changing ocean. Habitats studied include intertidal, estuary, coral reef, deep sea, salt marsh, and pelagic. Laboratories include work in local marine communities and require occasional weekend trips. Prerequisi…
Short Term 2026
Biological Skills: Field Ecology
This course is designed to build particular skills in the area of biology, with a general aim of preparing students for summer internships and careers in biological sciences. The Field Ecology version of this course introduces students to ecological principles and research methods across major coast…
Fall Semester 2026
Marine Science
An integrated, interdisciplinary marine science overview encompassing physical, biological, and social aspects of the marine environment. Oceanography topics encompass origins and geological history of the oceans, structure of basins and sediments, ocean chemistry, as well as currents, waves, and ti…
Collaborative Thesis in Ecology
Laboratory, field, or library study of a current research topic in experimental ecology. A topic is selected with reference to the research interests of the instructor. Prerequisite(s): BIO206.