Carthage College student Laurel McKenzie participated in a study tour to Honduras

2015 Feb 5

Laurel McKenzie of Appleton, WI participated in a J-Term study tour to Honduras with Carthage College.

The "Biodiversity, Brains, and Behavior" study tour was an opportunity for adventurous students to study the ecology of a Caribbean coral reef ecosystem while learning about the evolution of nervous systems and behavior. After becoming SCUBA certified, students learned about unique aspects of tropical coral reef ecosystems. They also learned the taxonomy and neurobiology of marine life from invertebrates to humans.

J-Term is a special month-long period of study in which Carthage students explore subjects outside their majors or minors, discover new interests, and test their creativity through classes held both on campus and around the world. It's a month to experiment, create and dream. Carthage is ranked No. 7 in the nation among baccalaureate institutions for student participation in short-term study abroad.