In the Field: Science Writing in the Woods, Coasts, & Labs of Mt. Desert Island

4 Credits.

Maine’s Mount Desert Island, home to Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park, is a place of exquisite natural beauty. With thriving environmental science centers and a world-class genetics laboratory, the island is also a hub of cutting-edge research. This Residency course allows participants to immerse themselves in the region’s stimulating natural and intellectual environments while honing their reporting skills, refining their writing artistry, and gathering information for stories. The course will include field excursions, group discussions, and independent writing/reporting time