Biology

Biology provides students a background that can be used for a variety of careers. Students majoring in Biology can go on to study in such health-related fields as Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing and Public Health. Other students choose to pursue a career in Environmental Law or Science. The Department of Biology provides students a solid base from which to explore these different career paths.

Faculty members in the department work to provide Biology students with opportunities to conduct research. Students can participate in ongoing faculty research in areas such as evolution, animal behavior, cell biology, development and neuroscience. Students are also encouraged to pursue their own research interests, and faculty members work with students to design and carry out experiments. Some students publish their work or present at national or international conferences.

Biology students can participate in numerous clubs and programs. In Biology Aid Program (ZAP), upperclassmen tutor students in Introductory Zoology. The program is usually mutually beneficial for both students. Students can also be members of the Zoological Society, which allows them to network with other Biology and advance their Biology knowledge.

Biology courses include:

• Intro. Biology: Molecules, Cells & Physiology
• Intro. Biology: Evolution, Ecology & Diversity
• Evolution
• Genetics
• General Chemistry
• Organic Chemistry
• Biochemistry

• Honors and independent study research 
• AED (Alpha Epsilon Delta) - honors society
• Minority Association of Pre-Health Students (MAPS)
• Pre-Dental Club
• Pre-Medical Professions Club
• Pre-Veterinary Club
• Zoological Society

• Universities
• Hospitals
• Private practice
• Federal and State Government
• Veterinary clinics
• Biology teacher
• Laboratory technician
• Family physician
• Dentist
• Biotechnologist

Visit the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ website to explore the median pay for jobs you can pursue with this degree.