UNCA Offers Summer Science Program in England

The University of North Carolina at Asheville will conduct a summer comparative science education program in England from June 30-July 27, 2004. The program is held in cooperation with the University of Bath Department of Education. U.S. science teachers can visit English classrooms that are still in session and attend lectures on the new "National Curriculum," the historical development of the British education system and on global environmental problems. The program includes field trips to areas of special education interests, such as Oxford University, the Slimbridge wildfowl and wetland field station, Kew Gardens and science museums.

Anyone who is or has been involved with K-12 science education is eligible. The $2,500 fee covers tuition, ground transportation and private housing on the University of Bath campus. Participants’ spouses and/or adolescent children may also attend at a cost of $1,250.

Registration will remain open until the course is filled, but participants are encouraged to register prior to March 15, 2004.

For more information or to enroll, contact Gary Miller, UNCA environmental studies professor, during business hours at 828/232-5184, during the evenings at 828/891-9595 or by fax at 828/251-6041.

Media Contacts:

• Dr. Gary Miller, UNCA Environmental Studies Professor, 828/232-5184
• Jill Yarnall, UNCA Public Information Assistant Director, 828/251-6526