Course Description
Investigations of the life and discoveries of Charles Darwin. Beginning with pre-Darwinian
ideas on transmutation. Darwin’s life is outlined from the voyage of the Beagle to
the publication of the theory of natural selections and its subsequent reception by
scientific and nonscientific community. Commentary from critics and supporters of
Darwin’s work aid in understanding the current status of the theory of natural selection
and its influence.
Course Materials
The most recent course syllabus for the lecture can be found here and the lab syllabus can be found here.