PATHO•BIOLOGY Independent Study

PATHO•BIOLOGY offers multiple Independent Study opportunities:

  • Clinical and Diagnostic Experiences through the CVMDL (Connecticut Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory):
    • Diagnostic Testing Section (DTS), including microbiology, molecular, and serology testing, for example:
      • Diagnostic Microbiology Techniques
      • Diagnostic Laboratory Techniques
      • Molecular Diagnostic Techniques
      • Diagnostic Serological Techniques
    • Histology:
      • Diagnostic Histological Laboratory Techniques
    • Pathology Services:
      • Clinical Practicum in Pathology (Necropsy)
      • Clinical Practicum in Pathology (Tissue Trimming)
      • Digital Pathology Practicum
      • For more information contact Amelia Wheeler or Dr. Emily Reinhardt
    • Additional information can be found here.  Apply using the CVMDL Independent Study Request Form
  • Research Experiences through Faculty-led Laboratories:
    • Pathobiology faculty
    • Other research faculty at UConn Storrs (including other Departments, Schools, and Colleges), regional campuses, and UConn Health
    • Students should contact the faculty member of interest directly
  • Teaching Experiences through Undergraduate Teaching Assistant (UTA):
    • Support instructors of laboratory and high-enrollment lecture courses through supervised material preparation, assisting and guiding students during classes, and grading.
    • Reinforce knowledge of Pathobiology while building communication, leadership, and teaching skills for future careers in research, medicine, veterinary science, and related fields
    • Students interested in UTA opportunities should contact the course instructor directly

    To add an Independent Study:

    • Obtain informal approval from instructor, including number of credits and title of project to appear on transcript (35 characters or less)
    • Fill out the online Enrollment Change Form (in Student Admin select the eForms tile on your Student Homepage and then the Enrollment Change Form tile)
      • Add PATH 3099 (or equivalent course if offered outside Pathobiology), typically 1-3 credits as negotiated with the instructor.
    • Honors students can then convert Independent Study to Honors credits if allowed by the instructor