This course targets freshmen students that are part of the Integrated Studies Program. It is a basic interdisciplinary exploration of the intersection of biology, physics, optics and technology with light. In addition to getting an overview of the science of biophotonics, doing hands-on experiments, and interacting with Center for Biophotonics, Science and Technology scientists, the students have projects on how to communicate this new technology to middle and high school students and the general public.