June 13 - 18, 2010
“Learning Science by doing Science”
At Hanover, we teach science by doing science. During the Summer Academy, scholars will gain hands-on field experience. While exploring, scholars use high-tech, state-of-the-art equipment as they work along side of the college faculty and fellow students. Come explore the waterfalls, streams, ravines and forests of Southeastern Indiana!
The Environmental Science Institute offers two programs: 
Ecology: The emphasis of the Ecology program is on field botany and field zoology and deals with the plants and animals of SE Indiana and their interactions with the environment.
Geochemistry: The emphasis of the Geochemistry program is on the physical environment of SE Indiana and deals with the geological history of the area and the environmental quality of our local water, air and soil.
Both programs will be taught by Hanover College faculty.
What does an Environmental Science Institute Scholar do?
Depending on the Environmental Science Institute program chosen, scholars will:
- Assess streams and creeks using habitat analysis, water quality testing, and macroinvertebrate sampling.
- Use tree ring data to explore the history and climate of the Hanover College forest.
- Study the life of the past by learning how to collect and identify fossils.
- Learn about the night sky using the Hanover College observatory.
- Engage in field work on campus and at Big Oaks National Wildlife Refuge.
- Participate in nighttime biodiversity surveys.
- Work in the laboratory facilities of the state-of-the-art Science Center.
- Present research findings at the closing Scholars’ Symposium.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will scholars stay on campus?
Yes, in one of Hanover’s air-conditioned dorms and meals will be served in the Campus Center Dining Room or provided on field trips. Scholars will be mailed a list of items to bring to the Institute.
What is the cost of the program?
The cost for the Environmental Science Institute is $500. This includes housing, meals and supplies.
Where is the Academy?
The Academy will take place at Hanover College in Southeastern Indiana. Space is limited to 40 qualified students for each institute
For more information or e-mail summeracademy@hanover.edu