Courses

(ECO302/ECO303) EVERYTHING SOUTH CAROLINA BLUEBIRDS AND MORE

Learn how to care, attract, and feed the Eastern Bluebird, as well as other native cavity-nesting birds. After the presentation, a limited number of participants will build and take home a bluebird box.

Wednesday, July 15, 2026, Bluffton campus
Wednesday, July 15, 2026, Bluffton campus

(ECO10126) DOLPHIN CRUISE

A dolphin cruise is one of the most memorable ways to experience Hilton Head's coastal ecosystem. This morning Dolphin Cruise pairs calm waters, expert local guidance, and prime viewing conditions for a relaxed, educational outing. This is a 90-minute tour.

This course is not open for registrations.
Registration opens on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.

(ECO10226) DISCOVER USCB's LIVING LABORATORY NATURE TRAIL

This guided walk explores the USCB Living Laboratory Nature Trail. The trail offers a half-mile journey through the Lowcountry's natural beauty and history. Once a narrow-gauge railroad, it now serves as a living classroom within the Upper Okatie watershed, home to diverse native trees, plants, and wildlife.

This course is not open for registrations.
Registration opens on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.

(ECO10826) BIRD LORE

The origins of bird names, their scientific names, birds in art, sport and literature. Interesting facts and figures, myths and moments. How new species are named and how naming is controlled.

This course is not open for registrations.
Registration opens on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.

(ECO10926) THE REMARKABLE HONEY BEE

Explore the world of honey bees and learn of their remarkable behaviors, distinctive characteristics, and vital ecological contributions. You will gain insight into the close relationship between honey bees and humans, and growing threats to their survival.

This course is not open for registrations.
Registration opens on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.

(ECO11026) NATURAL HISTORY & BIRD WATCHING FIELD TRIP ON PINCKNEY ISLAND

A guided walk of Pinckney Island, tailored either as a bird-focused experience or a broader exploration of the island's natural history. Discover the diverse habitats found across the island and the wildlife that depends on them. You will be walking approximately 2 miles on this tour.

This course is not open for registrations.
Registration opens on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.

(ECO11126/ECO11226/ECO11326) MARINE INVERTEBRATES

Learn about marine invertebrates, which comprise nearly 98% of all animals yet remain poorly understood, despite their abundance in waterways and their ecological and commercial importance.

This course is not open for registrations.
Registration opens on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.

(ECO300) EXPLORING JEKYLL ISLAND

A full-day adventure showcasing the island's stunning natural beauty and rich history. Activities include a beach discovery walk, docent guided trolley tour through historic grounds, and a visit to the sea turtle hospital.

This course is not open for registrations.
Registration opens on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.

(ECO301) TYBEE ISLAND DOLPHIN TOUR

Board the boat for one of Savannah's top-rated dolphin tours, cruising through Tybee Island's waterways in search of playful Atlantic bottlenose dolphins before stopping by the historic Tybee Island Lighthouse for photos and time to explore. Back on Tybee Island for lunch on your own at the Crab Shack, where the elite eat in their bare feet.

Tuesday, July 14, 2026

(FILM10026) NETFLIX'S THE QUEEN'S GAMBIT: A CULTURAL PHENOMENON 

The Queen's Gambit became a global sensation, breaking records as Netflix's most-watched limited series with over 112 million viewers. This course explores its rich layers, including cinematography, fashion, character and plot development, and its literary and autobiographical influences.

This course is not open for registrations.
Registration opens on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.

(FILM10126) FILM APPRECIATION AND ANALYSIS: NO HOUSEHOLD NAMES

This course explores three landmark films by exceptionally talented yet lesser?known directors whose work stands alongside that of cinema's most celebrated filmmakers.

This course is not open for registrations.
Registration opens on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.

(FILM10226) THE LANGUAGES OF CINEMA

Movies and television have employed constructed languages over the years, such as Klingon in Star Trek, Dothraki in Game of Thrones and Navi from Avatar. Where did these languages come from? What was the process used to create them?

This course is not open for registrations.
Registration opens on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.