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The Department of Biological Sciences provides programs for biology majors, other science majors, and students of the liberal arts. Majors take a year of introductory biology followed by a core program in genetics, cell biology and statistics. Beyond the core program we offer a substantial number of courses which permit specialization in anatomy, aquatic ecology, cancer biology, developmental and evolutionary biology, microbiology, neurobiology, immunology, toxicology, molecular biology, and the physiology of animals and plants. We also provide numerous learning opportunities outside the classroom including laboratory and library research projects, journal clubs, student organizations and research seminars. The McGowan Biological and Environmental Sciences Building provides modern teaching labs and spacious research facilities. The building houses many specialized equipment rooms including tissue culture facilities, PCR labs, environmental chambers, a DNA sequencer, a darkroom and a greenhouse. Students enjoy our atrium lounge, a study area and a computer lab. Most faculty direct their own research programs that include undergraduate and graduate students. Campaign for Excellence in Science Underway! A new campus building, which will house the departments of Chemistry, Environmental Science, and additional Biology teaching/research labs, is currently under construction next to our current facility. Workers are scheduled to "punch through" the second-floor walkway next month. Timelapse progress is available. |
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