Questions on IGC Application Form
These short-essay questions appear on the course application form. Your answers will help us understand more about you and your preparation and background. Please limit answers to 250 words.
What preparation (courses, research, etc.) do you already have in geobiology?
Tell us briefly why you want to attend this course and how it fits into your long-term professional goals. In other words, how do you see yourself benefiting from this course in 5 and 10 years?
Socially diverse groups do better science, are more productive and innovative, and make better decisions. Briefly describe past activities or experiences in which you supported diversity and inclusion.
Briefly describe a previous group experience, and what you learned about your own abilities to work cooperatively with others.
Briefly describe an academic obstacle you faced or a challenge you have met. What strategies did you use to overcome this challenge?