Baker Residential Academic Program’s (BRAP) courses and activities focus on Natural Sciences and the Environment. This program is ideal for students who see the importance of scientific awareness in their daily lives and career paths. BRAP inspires students to connect with nature and see the intrinsic value of the natural world. It challenges students to understand the complex biotic and physical interactions in the environment and to become mindful of the impact of humans on the future of life on earth. Intellectual development in environmental issues, health sciences, wildlife biology, sustainability and stewardship are emphasized. Students in diverse majors including all of CU's Biology departments, Environmental Studies, Geology, Chemistry, Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences, Environmental Design, History, and Philosophy bring different perspectives to the BRAP classroom.

Extracurricular activities, run by staff and faculty associated with the program, include a variety of outdoor experiences, such as rock climbing, mountain climbing, snowshoeing, and backpacking Additionally, field trips to a working gold mine, the Denver zoo and aquarium, and geological/paleontological sites are also offered. We are initiating a new marine science program that will offer classes in both Tropical Marine Ecology and Oceanography, along with a spring break trip to the Florida Keys. These activities are designed to foster an appreciation of natural phenomena, to help students to understand the complex biotic and physical interactions in the natural environment and to gain an appreciation for their place in the natural world and the impact of humans on the future of life on earth.