Comparative aspects of anatomy, embryology, endocrinology, and physiology of reproduction and lactation. Prerequisites: ANIMLSCI 220

Comparative aspects of anatomy, embryology, endocrinology, and physiology of reproduction and lactation. Prerequisites: ANIMLSCI 220

The Commonwealth Honors College thesis or project is intended to provide students with the opportunity to work closely with faculty members to define and carry out in-depth research or creative endeavors. It provides excellent preparation for students who intend to continue their education through graduate study or begin their professional careers. The student works closely with their 499Y Honors Research sponsor to pursue research on a topic or question of special interest to them in preparation for writing a 499T Honors Thesis or completing a 499P Honors Project.

Honors Thesis expectations are high. The intended end-product is a traditional research manuscript with accompanying artifact(s), all theses: - are 6 credits or more of sustained research on a single topic, typically conducted over two semesters. - begin with creative inquiry and systematic research. - include documentation of substantive scholarly endeavor. - culminate in an oral defense or other form of public presentation.

Honors Project expectations are high. The intended end-product is a traditional project manuscript with accompanying artifact(s), all projects: - are 6 credits or more of sustained research on a single topic, typically conducted over two semesters. - begin with creative inquiry and systematic research. - include documentation of substantive scholarly endeavor. - culminate in an oral defense or other form of public presentation.

Students may select an internship at any approved site in the following areas of veterinary medicine: large or small animal medicine, biotechnology, exotics or wildlife medicine, diagnostic laboratories, or marine animal medicine. Each internship requires 130 hours of work.

Students may select an internship at any approved site in the following areas of veterinary medicine: large or small animal medicine, biotechnology, exotics or wildlife medicine, diagnostic laboratories, or marine animal medicine. Each internship requires 130 hours of work.

Students may select an internship at any approved site in the following areas of veterinary medicine: large or small animal medicine, biotechnology, exotics or wildlife medicine, diagnostic laboratories, or marine animal medicine. Each internship requires 130 hours of work.

Students may select an internship at any approved site in the following areas of veterinary medicine: large or small animal medicine, biotechnology, exotics or wildlife medicine, diagnostic laboratories, or marine animal medicine. Each internship requires 130 hours of work.

Continuation of Equine Enterprise I. Capstone experience will focus on improvements and efficiency of the equine boarding operation at the UMass Hadley Farm, weekly evaluation of strengths and weaknesses, client feedback, and marketing of the business. Required weekly meetings and student committee assignments. Lab time includes weekly shifts at the facility. End of semester student presentations of a comprehensive annual report.