Activities Offered for Dual Enrolled High Schools

Allwine/TL Davis Prairie Field Trips (early fall semester, late spring offered)

Students will study a prairie ecosystem by learning about native prairie plant species, identification and pressing of plant specimen. Each class collects approved flora and from there learns field proceedures for preserving plants so the class can have a set for science classroom. In addition insects can be collected and identified. This field experience takes approximately 2 hours. Transportation is paid and an invoice can be sent to the biology department fax number (554.3532). Refreshments are provided.

DNA Fingerprint Analysis Lab (offered late fall and spring semester)

DNA Fingerprint Analysis Lab Calendar

Students come on campus and learn about uniqueness of DNA within a population, specifically a section of DNA called DIS80 found on chromosome number 1 of their genome. PCR techniques, pipetting skills and methodology of DNA collection and extraction are taught. This lab is a real life example of forensics and an example of the level of skill needed for molecular work. Lab takes approximately 6 hours from beginning to end and during time of incubation of cells and PCR, students are given a tour of the Criss library, MSLC tutoring center, biology department and have lunch provided in the Milo Bail Student Center. Substitute teachers and tranportation are paid for if invoice is recieved by fax (554.3532).

If you require additional information please contact Renae Rust. Have several dates ready that work best for your schedule.

rrust@mail.unomaha.edu or 402.554.2559