Biology Department

Chair:

 Joshua C. Corrette-Bennett

Professors:

 Ann E. Throckmorton

Associate Professors:

 Joseph M. Balczon, Joshua C. Corrette-Bennett, Marosh Furimsky, John Robertson, Kathy Robertson

Assistant Professors:

 Kerri C. Duerr, Veronica M. Porterfield, Karen K. Resendes

Secretary:

 Sharon A. Muraca

Director of the Field Station

Clarence E. Harms

Degree Offered:

 Bachelor of Science

Major Programs:

 Biology, Molecular Biology

Interdisciplinary Programs:

 Environmental Science, Neuroscience

Minor Programs:

 Biology, Molecular Biology, Environmental Studies

Teacher Certification:

 Biology

Articulation Agreements:

 Dentistry (joint program - leading to a D.D.S. from Case Western Reserve University)
Environmental Science and Management (leading to a M.S. from Duquesne University)
Physical Therapy (joint 3+3 program - leading to an a D.P.T. degree from Duquesne University)
Physicians Assistant (joint 3+3 program - leading to an M.P.A. degree from Duquesne University)

Pre-Professional Programs:

 Pre-Dental , Pre-Medical , Pre-Veterinary , Physical Therapy , Physician's Assistant

Pre-Professional Advising, Medical Professions Advisory Committee (MedPAC):

Pre-Med, Pre-Dent, Pre-Vet, Physicians Assistant, Physical Therapy, Ophthalmology, Optometry, Podiatry

Pre-Professional Advising, Research Professions Advisory Committee (ResPAC):

This advising committee serve the needs of biology, chemistry, neuroscience, physics, math and computer science majors who are interested in a career in scientific research.

The aim of the Department of Biology is to provide excellent programs that emphasize: 1) independent thinking; 2) use of information resources; 3) critical analysis; 4) experiential learning; 5) collaborative problem-solving; 6) integration of ethics and biology; and 7) career preparation. Sequences of courses can be arranged to meet entrance requirements for graduate programs, health-related professional schools, teaching, research, and industry. Qualified non-science majors are invited to take courses at all levels.

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Undergraduate Catalog

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