DEPARTMENT OF BIOLOGY

Students in working on experiments in the science lab.

The Department of Biology offers a diverse combination of traditional laboratory and empirically based components of the biological sciences. We provides students with a diverse and multidisciplinary curriculum in the swiftly expanding fields of:

• molecular biology
• environmental-natural resource sciences
• bourgeoning health industry

Our students will gain the skills and experiences necessary to be competitive for post-graduation professional programs and related careers. 

Our programs feature a unique curriculum that emphasizes:

• genetics
• chemistry
• physics

Our faculty have a wide range of biological expertise. With more than 150 students majoring in biology, we offer a variety of courses each semester, with options for students to take directed studies courses and internships. Class size is small, with 20-40 students in each course. 

Throughout their course of study, students participate in a variety of lab work and field experiences. Each student plans and executes a research project during their junior/senior year working closely with their faculty mentor during the process.