Biology

Program Description

A biology major offers a student both theory and experience to prepare for either postgraduate work or bachelor-level entry jobs in industry, government or teaching. The requirements of the major emphasize the course requirements for medical, dental and other professional schools, and by carefully selecting biology electives, students can focus on the cellular and molecular, organismal system, population and ecological interactions of organisms. In addition to course work, there is ample opportunity for research, internships and other interaction with majors and faculty in the department. A biology student is prepared for employment and for further education in graduate or professional schools (medical, dental, physical therapy, pharmacology, etc.).

Students who wish to experience undergraduate research can do so by registering for independent study with particular faculty members. In addition, you might be able to work with faculty as a laboratory assistant for one of their classes. This experience is also helpful for students who wish to teach later in their careers.

Biology faculty have participated in discussions and presentation on college science teaching and undergraduate research at the national and international levels. Two faculty have been members of the Project Kaleidoscope Faculty for the 21st century.