IB 497

Spring 2026 Part of Term 1

Part of Term 1
Jan 20-May 6

Credit: 3 OR 4 hours.

Trains emerging scientists to communicate beyond academia. Explores the various avenues that can be used to communicate science with different audiences. Through weekly lectures, practical assignments and invited guest lecture presentations, this course builds critical skills in written and oral communication relevant to all careers as well as the art of writing and pitching opinion pieces to various media outlets for public engagement.

3 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours.

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IB 497 class schedule data for spring 2026
CRN Type Section Time Day Location Instructor Section Details
76090
Lecture
A
10:00AM -11:30AM
MW
Natural History Building
Ngumbi, E
Part of Term:
1
Date Range:
01/20/26-05/06/26
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