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2017 Summer Institute Photos

The Biodiversity Scholarship Program hosted its inaugural summer institute August 10 - 13 at Pickwick Landing State Park in Counce, TN.

First guided hike of the trip - Theo Witsell points out a plant species to students and faculty.
Dylan DeRouen, Diana Soteropoulos, Dr. Travis Marsico and Theo Witsell describing a plant species in their observations during the first guided hike.
Dylan DeRouen points out a plant species to fellow students, faculty and staff in the botanists group.
Into the woods we go...
Diana Soteropoulos helps a fellow student press plants that were collected earlier that day.
Dr. Travis Marsico learns about insect pinning from Dr. Sedonia Sipes and her students.
Students loved the bat-catching experience!
Students spotted this turtle during one of the guided hikes.
Watch your step! Our first guided hike was near Slate Rock at the park.
Students, faculty and staff enjoyed the hiking experiences at the state park.
This little guy decided to join us on the hike.
This salamander was found in a creek on our second guided hike.
Students had a great time catching fish at the state park.
Students spent time getting to know one another during the meals.
Dr. Agustin Jimenez inspecting his find during one of the guided hikes.
Joe Youtz was taking a turn to admire this snake at the state park.
Theo Witsell gave a great presentation about the Delta region to students, faculty and staff.
Group photo at the 2017 Summer Institute at Pickwick Landing State Park.
Kyle Edmonds found this Big Brown Bat in the rafters of a pavilion at the state park!
Students and faculty interacting at the group bonfire.
Summer Institute Photos