Program Overview

Program Overview

Colorado State University Online offers a range of academic programs, including Bachelor's Degrees, Master's Degrees, Ph.D. & Doctoral Degrees, Grad Certificates, Courses, and Professional Education.

Academic Programs

• Bachelor's Degrees
• Master's Degrees
• Ph.D. & Doctoral Degrees
• Grad Certificates
  • Undergraduate Minors, Certificates, & Training
  • Professional Development & Training
• Courses
  • Credit Courses
  • Noncredit Courses
  • All-University Core Curriculum
  • Free Online Courses
  • Osher Lifelong Learning Institute
• Professional Education

Course Details

MIP 618A - MIP Master's Seminar: Series A

• Term: Fall 2025
• Credits: 1 credit
• Description: Improve communication skills and discuss cutting-edge research.
• Prerequisite: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate (GR) OR Professional (PR)
• Instructors:
  • Brian Geiss Ph.D.
    • Dr. Brian Geiss is a Professor in the Department of Microbiology, Immunology, and Pathology at Colorado State University.
    • He received his PhD from Saint Louis University School of Medicine in 2002.
    • His research interests lie in developing translational technologies toward infectious diseases, including development of antivirals, vaccines, and novel pathogen diagnostics.
    • Dr. Geiss has been teaching at CSU since 2006 and has taught MIP 613 as a lecture course since 2013.
    • Dr. Geiss is an advocate for development of critical scientific thinking skills, and creative application of scientific principles and effective communication of practical applications are strongly encouraged in his courses.

Section 801 (Online)

• Registration Status: Registration closed
• Dates: Aug 25 - Dec 21, 2025 (17 wks.)
• Time: Asynchronous
• Drop and Withdrawal Deadlines:
  • 100% tuition and fees refunded: September 10, 2025
  • 50% tuition refunded with 'W' grade: October 20, 2025
  • No tuition refunded and 'W' grade: November 14, 2025
• Instructors: Brian Geiss Ph.D.
• Tuition: $990
  • Listed tuition is subject to Board of Governors’ approval in early summer

University Information

Colorado State University Online is a branch of the Office of Engagement and Extension. The university is committed to providing high-quality education and promoting critical scientific thinking skills. The faculty, including Dr. Brian Geiss, are dedicated to teaching and research, with a focus on developing translational technologies and effective communication of practical applications.