Panama
Entomology, epidemics and eradication in Panama.
Course Highlights
- Specially designed for students interested in learning more about biology, biodiversity, biotechnology, and the economic impact of insect pests on animals and plants
- Learn about the eradication of the screwworm fly in North and Central America
- Visit the only screwworm sterile fly production facility in the world and learn about the production, dispersing, and monitoring methods of sterile flies
- Visit Barro Colorado Island, part of the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute, the only unit of the Smithsonian institution outside of the United States
- Network with faculty and students from the University of Panama
- Learn about the agriculture industry in Panama, visit the Panama Canal, tour archaeological sites and enjoy a beautiful beach!
Want to see photos from the 2019 Preparation Visit to Panama?
Information Sessions
- Wednesday, January 22, 2020 6:30-8:00 pm Ag Hall 108
Pre-Trip Meetings
- Wednesday, February 12, 2020 - 6:30-8:00 pm - 216 NRC
- Wednesday, March 13, 2020 - 6:30-8:00 pm - 216 NRC
- Wednesday, April 15, 2020 - 6:30-8:00 pm - 216 NRC
Course Options
- AG 3803 International Study Tour in Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources: Panama (3 credit hours with I designation*)
*Undergraduate students at Oklahoma State University are required to take a class that carries an I designation for graduation purposes
Travel Dates
- May 16-25, 2020
Itinerary
- Please contact the instructor
Estimated Cost*
- Course Program Fee= $2,000 (includes round trip flight Houston-Panama City/ Panama City-Houston, lodging, in country transportation, admission/entrance fees and most meals)
- Domestic flight (if applicable)
- Course Tuition= $897 (check with the OSU Financial Aid Office for cost of trip and with waivers)
- Personal Expenses= ~$200 (suggested)
*All costs are estimated and subject to change
(Contact the instructor(s) for payment dates)
Scholarships Available
Application Deadline
- Application Deadline March 13, 2019
- Apply online to this study abroad course
(Applying online doesn’t necessarily commit you to go on the trip; the moment you usually commit is when payments are charged to your Bursar's account. Contact the instructor(s) for payment dates)
Contact Info
Contact:
Dr. Wyatt Hoback
Room/Lab 225L/ 239 NRC
Dr. Justin Talley
Room/Lab 127L/138/239 NRC
José Uscanga
155 Ag Hall 744-6580
