Degrees:
PhD, Biological Sciences, SDSU (1997).
MS, Biology, SDSU.
BS, Horticulture, chemistry minor, SDSU.
ARRT, Sioux Valley Hospital, Sioux Falls, SD.



Carol M.F. Wake, PhD, Associate Professor
AgH 304, PO Box 2207B,
Department of Biology & Microbiology,
SDSU Brookings, SD 57007.
Phone: (605)688-5756
Fax: (605)688-6677
email: carol.wake@sdstate.edu


Teaching Activities:

BIOL 105 Human Biology - Internet
   The course presents key biological principles that are characteristic of living things in general and human beings in particular, and focuses on the application of these principles to the concerns of contemporary life. This course is not intended for life science majors.

BIOL 239 Biology of Dinosaurs - Internet.
   This course presents focuses on the application of key biological principles to understand the physiology, anatomy, behavior of dinosaurs that lived millions of years ago, and their relationship with present day animals.

BIOL 439 / 539 Biology of Aging - Internet
   The course covers the intriguing questions of aging: the aging process (What), theories of the cause of aging (Why), structural and functional changes of various organ systems (How, Mechanisms), and age-related diseases (What can we do about it). Age-related changes in each of the major organ/systems are studied.

BOT 201 / 201L General Botany - Internet Hybrid (Lab sessions in Sioux Falls, SD)
   Lecture and laboratory (3 credits). This course uses a phylogenetic approach to study plant diversity and evolutionary relationships, emphasizing the structural organization and related functions of plant cells, tissue systems, leaves, roots, stems, flower, fruits and seeds.

NFS 111 Food, People & Environment - Internet
   This course will involve a survey of global food cultures, their stewardship of natural resources, and their impacts on the environment. It will also explore the ethical issues of choices of post-harvest food processing and their interactions with the environment. The course will also cover topics related to the Land Grant philosophy.

ABS 704 Plant Systems: Plants & People - Internet 
    Advanced study in plant systems. This course is offered for continuing education graduate credits for high school teachers. The multidisciplinary style of this course provides high school teachers with ideas to stimulate interest in botany and plant science for their students.

BIOL 699 Strategies for Teaching Evolution - Internet
   This course is offered for continuing education graduate credits for high school teachers. Activities, readings and lesson plans used in this course provide high school teachers with strategies for teaching evolution in their science classes.

ABS 482 / 582 International Experience
   Introduction to Neotropical Biodiversity (3 credits). Focus on Andean Cordillera, and specifically Bolivian cloud forest plant, insect, mammal and bird communities. Study with students from Unidad Academica de Carmen Pampa.

BIOL 151/151L, 153/153L General Biology I and II
   Lecture and laboratory (4 credits each semester). The two-semester general biology series for biology and related majors. First semester topics include: scientific methods, molecular and cellular aspects of life, evolution and populations/communities within the ecosystem. Second semester topics include: cellular respiration, photosynthesis, plant and animal structure and physiology.

BIOL 101/101L, 103/103L Biology Survey I and II
   Lecture and laboratory (3 credits). A general biology course for undergraduate non-biology majors. First semester topics include: cellular chemistry and metabolism, cell division and genetics, evolution, kingdoms and ecology. Second semester topics include: surveys of plant and human anatomy and physiology.

BIOL 492 / 592 Readings in Biology
   Journal club (1 credit). A discussion course for undergraduate science majors and graduate students. A variety of current topics from editorially- and peer-reviewed journals will be covered at the weekly meetings.

BIOL 592 AP Biology
   The AP Biology Summer Institute is designed to assist high school teachers to enhance their AP biology courses. All approved AP exercises are completed during the week-long workshop. Graduate credit and / or teacher certificate renewal are available.

BOT 421 / 421A Plant Anatomy
   Lecture and laboratory (3 credits). Developmental anatomy of seed plant axis and its appendages. Structural fitness of tissues and organs for functions they perform. P, 201 or Bio 103 or 153.

Research / Creative Activities:

1. Orchids of South Dakota
        Cypripedium candidum, Abstracts, Scientific Posters, Photos
2. ABO, Rh Blood Typing Teaching Model
        Red Blood Cell, ABO Antigens and Antibodies, Transfusion Reactions
3. Plant Anatomy
        Photo Study
4. Shrubs for South Dakota
        Extension Publication Booklet
5. Scientific Pubications         
        Honeylocust, Photoperiod, Dormancy, Vitis riparia

Service Activities:

1. Academic Advisor, Biology Major Advisor, General Registration Advisor.
      . Pre-professional, pre-medical
      . Biology Major
      . Biology Progress Work Sheets
2. Beta Beta Beta National Biological Science Honor Society , Past Chapter Advisor
3. Gamma Sigma Delta, SDSU Chapter
4. Jamaica Medical Mission Team
5. FIS-Success Academy / Microbe Safari
6. Universidad Academica  Campesina-Carmen Pampa(UAC), Bolivia, SouthAmerica

Society Memberships:

1. American Orchid Society
2. Gamma Sigma Delta International
3. National Academy of Biology Teachers
4. South Dakota Academy of Science
5. American Registry of Radiological Technologists
6. Beta Beta Beta National Biological Honor Society, National Office
7. The Honor Society of Phi kappa phi