A summer program provides research experiences for undergraduate students in areas of ecology (streams, plant communities, soils) and evolution (plant-pollinator interactions). One studies the tropical rainforest of Puerto Rico at various levels of organization, ranging from genes to ecosystems. Field research is conducted at El Verde Field Station, in El Yunque National Forest. The dates for the 2015 program are June 1 to August 7, 2015. he goal is to promote a scientific foundation that: Immerse students in an active research environment; Provide students with the opportunity to study and conduct research in an ecosystem and culture not easily accessible at their home institution; Provide educational activities designed to equip students with the necessary tools to conduct scientific re