The fundamental mission of the
Biology Department is to provide an intensive, progressive,
and balanced learning experience in cell and molecular
biology, organismal biology, and environmental biology to
serve a student population that is highly diverse, both in
educational and ethnic background, and in academic and
career goals. To accomplish this mission, the department
offers three baccalaureate programs, an M.S program, and
two Minor programs. Recognizing the crucial role of
research in science education, the Biology Department is
committed to offering research opportunities to all
interested and qualified students. The department also
offers courses that satisfy General Education Section B2B,
and service courses for majors in Clinical Sciences, Health
Sciences, Liberal Studies, Physical Education, and Human
Services.