COLLEGES


Biochemistry and Molecular Biology:
Applicants with a good background in basic
chemistry and biology can pursue advanced-
level work, including 1) required courses in the
Department of Biochemistry and Molecular
Biology; 2) research in biochemistry and molec-
ular biology; and 3) other electives in biochem-
istry and molecular biology, botany, chemistry,
microbiology, neuroscience, pharmacology and
zoology.
 Graduates of this program will have excel-
lent backgrounds for research in a variety of the
basic medical sciences and will be well qualified
for graduate and professional school programs.
 For further information about the biochem-
istry program, refer to the department course
listings (refer to Index). Questions about the pro-
gram may be directed to Dr. Robert Cohen, ARB,
R2-252B, UF Health Science Center, 392-4050.
Biological Illustration: This program provides
a broad program in biological illustration to stu-
dents preparing to work with museums; botany,
zoology, entomology, anthropology or medical
departments of universities; botanical gardens
or research organizations.
 Enrollment in this major is restricted because
of the tutorial nature of much of the instruction.
The program can admit only a few well-qualified
students each year. Contact Dr. Ronald Wolff,
411 Carr Hall, 392-1298, for further information.
Cell and Developmental Biology: Students
interested in cell and developmental biology can
conduct creative and independent research in
the following areas: intracellular transport and
localization, cell interactions in development,
intercellular adhesion, extracellular matrix,
secretion, cytoskeleton, postranslational modifi-
cations of proteins, cell surface recognition,
endocytosis, regulation of water transport and
reproductive biology. For information on the
program and required courses, contact Dr. Tom
Hollinger, Department of Anatomy and Cell
Biology, UF Health Science Center, 392-3569.
Film and Media Studies: The interdisciplinary
B.A. in film and media studies is intended for
students seeking a liberal arts approach to
audio-visual studies, including work in criti-
cism, theory and history of film and video
media, along with some basic production expe-
rience. The program is adaptable to a broad
range of media applications, including experi-
mental, documentary or scientific concentra-
tions, as well as mainstream popular culture.
For further information, contact Dr. Robert Ray,
English Department, 4008 Turlington Hall, 392-
0777.
International Studies: Undergraduate students
design a concentration that focuses on interna-
tional issues or an area of the world ranging
from Europe to Africa and Latin America.
Students draw on appropriate disciplines such
as history, geography, modern languages, eco-
nomics and political science to design the core
of a major, which culminates in a thesis.
Through such experience, students acquire a


thorough knowledge of cultural, economic,
political and social interrelationships. This pro-
gram also requires oral proficiency in one for-
eign language and basic knowledge of a second.
In planning their major, students are encour-
aged to take advantage of UF study abroad pro-
grams.
 For further information about this program,
contact Dr. Halina Stephan, Department of
German, 263 Dauer Hall, 392-2101, or the
Honors Office, 140 Tigert Hall, 392-1519.
Neurobiological Sciences: This major offers
students the opportunity to learn about the
characteristics and functions of the nervous sys-
tem. A recommended core of courses ensures
that students acquire a background in basic sci-
ences, biology and brain science. Both elective
courses and completion of an independent
research project, supervised by one of the 45 fac-
ulty within the campus-wide Center for
Neurobiological Sciences, allow students to spe-
cialize in areas) of particular interest to them.
These areas include, but are not limited to, neu-
rochemistry, neurophysiology, neuroembryol-
ogy, neuroplasticity and brain/behavior rela-
tions. Concentrations are available in behav-
ioral neurobiology, cellular and molecular neu-
robiology and cognitive neuroscience.
 Many graduates of this program have con-
tinued their study in neural sciences, including
graduate school, professional school in health
sciences and the pharmaceutical industry.
 For further information about this program,
contact Dr. Neil Rowland, Department of
Psychology, 359 Psychology Building, 392-6639.
Women's Studies: The women's studies pro-
gram is an interdisciplinary forum for the study
of gender, its function in cultures and societies,
and its intersection with race and class. The pro-
gram has a faculty of internationally-recognized
scholars in a variety of disciplines. It employs
feminist and other theoretical approaches and
methodologies.
 A major in women's studies requires 28
credit hours as follows: 18 credit hours of
approved courses, the core course WST 3010 (3
credit hours), three credit hours of WST 4905
and four credit hours of thesis (IDS 4906). The
thesis project should be designed in consulta-
tion with a member of the women's studies fac-
ulty and the program director. For further infor-
mation contact the director of women's studies,
Dr. Sue Rosser, 115 Anderson Hall, 392-3365.

Majors and Minors in the College

DESCRIPTIONS OF MAJORS AND MINORS
AND TYPICAL PROGRAMS OF STUDY

At the time this catalog went to press, a number
of changes were pending for the universal track-
ing plans in the various majors and in course
levels. Students should consult the relevant
department or 100 AAC for up-to-date informa-
tion.


 A major consists of a concentration of course
work in a specific department or program. The
number of credit hours required for a major will
vary from department to department, but in no
case may the number of hours required be fewer
than 24 hours nor more than 40 hours.
 No courses in the major in which the grade
earned is below C will count toward fulfillment
of the major; no courses in the major may be
taken under the S-U Option. Work in the major
taken in the freshman or sophomore years or
transferred to the university from another insti-
tution is included when evaluating the student's
record. However, all transfer credit in the major
must be approved by the major department.
 A typical eight-semester program of study
for each major is included. This plan is a guide
to help students develop their program of
study. It includes requirements for general edu-
cation; the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
and the major. In fact, most students will vary
from this plan in several ways, as described
below. Students should note carefully the fol-
lowing information. Refer to the general
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences section for
more details:
* Critical tracking criteria (the minimum
 course and GPA requirements to continue in
 the major) are listed at the end of certain
 semesters.
 Most of the suggested courses can be taken
 during a different semester from the term
 cited in the sample program. However, cer-
 tain courses within majors or particular areas
 of study (e.g., mathematical sciences, foreign
 languages) must be taken in sequence.
 Transfer credit from other institutions,
 advanced standing (AP or IB) credits, study
 abroad, high school dual enrollment, or the
 nine credits of summer study required for
 many students may cause variations.
 Scores on the SAT II, AP or IB exams and/or
 courses taken in high school may place stu-
 dents into a different course (e.g., a higher
 level foreign language, chemistry or mathe-
 matics course). Students can determine their
 appropriate placement from charts in each
 semester's Schedule of Courses, this catalog
 or the relevant department.
 Depending on the particular foreign lan-
 guage, the CLAS foreign language require-
 ment is satisfied in a two-course sequence of
 five credits each or a three-course sequence
 of 4 credits- 3 credits- 3 credits. Or, students
 who demonstrate some competency in a for-
 eign language may omit one or more courses
 in the sequence. Thus, students would fol-
 low different programs of study for the col-
 lege foreign language requirement or a
 major in a foreign language if they had (1)
 no high school study in that language or (2)
 some high school study in that language,
 coupled with a particular SAT II or AP score.
 Also, although it generally is a good idea to
 continue, in the first few semesters, a lan-
 guage started in high school, some students
 may need to study a foreign language later