Dr. Todd T. Tracy Professor of Biology; Department Chair

ToddTracy

Education:
Ph.D., Colorado State University
M.S., Colorado State University
B.A., Cornell College

712-707-7340
ttracy@nwciowa.edu
SCI 224

Dr. Tracy is one of two ecologists in Northwestern's biology department. His research interests include prairie restoration, community ecology of bumblebees and ants, the potential effects of windfarms on grassland bird populations, and the impacts of invasive species on the forests and prairies of the Midwest. Prior to joining Northwestern’s faculty in January 2002, he taught at Kirkwood Community College, Front Range Community College, Colorado State University, and Colorado Christian University.

BIO116 - General Biology: Ecology and Organismal Biology

(4 credits) An introduction to organismal biology and ecology. Structure and function of representatives from the plant and animal kingdom are emphasized. In addition, students will be introduced to basic ecological concepts and Christian perspectives on stewardship. Note: Three lectures and 3 hours of laboratory work per week. A fee is associated with this course.

BIO205 - Ecology

(4 credits) A study of the processes determining the distribution and abundance of organisms in space and time, their exchange of matter and energy with their environment, the measurement of these phenomena, and the application of ecological knowledge in the care of creation. Prerequisites: BIO115 and 116. Note: Course includes required field trips and 3 hours of lab per week. A fee is associated with this course.

BIO330 - Topics in Ecology

(1-4 credits; a minimum of 4 credits will be offered per year) Advanced studies of the function and structure of local ecological communities and/or life forms. Courses will emphasize the use of fieldwork, research projects and/or primary literature. Prerequisites: BIO205 or permission of instructor. Note: Course may include required field trips and 3 lab hours per week. A fee is associated with this course.

NSC101 - Introduction to Earth Science

(4 credits, alternate years, consult department) An introduction to an understanding of Earth?s geological, hydrological, atmospheric, and environmental systems, the impact of human activity on such systems, and the ethical basis and strategies for human response to environmental degradation. Course includes required field trips and 90 minutes of lab per week. Note: This course is restricted to students pursuing a Middle School endorsement. Students may NOT receive credit for both BIO101SN and NSC101. A fee is associated with this course.

Board of Directors, Iowa Academy of Science

Advanced Placement Environmental Science Exam Reader, Table Leader, and Question Leader

Educational Testing Service

Course auditor for CollegeBoard (AP Environmental Science)

Instructor at Wheaton College Science Station near Rapid City, SD

Environmental Science and Biology Content Expert and Test bank Developer , Pearson Education

Interim Coordinator of Undergraduate Programs, School of Professional Studies, Colorado Christian University

Affiliate Professor, School of Professional Studies, Colorado Christian University

Instructor and Visiting Professor, Department of Biology, Colorado State University

 Adjunct Faculty, Science and Math Department, Front Range Community College

Laboratory Coordinator, Department of Math/Science, Kirkwood Community College

Laboratory Instructor, Kirkwood Community College

IOWATER volunteer water quality monitor

Iowa and South Dakota Bumblebee Atlas volunteer

USGS Breeding Bird Survey Route volunteer

Au Sable Institute Academic Advisory Council

NWC Scholarship Grant, 2003, 2005, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2012, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023

Mellon Foundation Environmental Research Initiative (with student Erin Brogan)

2008-2010

Iowa Science Foundation grant #ISF-07-10, 2007-2008

Iowa Science Foundation grant #ISF-06-08, 2006-2007

Graduate Assistant Teaching Award, Colorado State University

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