Biology Minor

Professors: Sarah Boomer, Erin Baumgartner, Bryan Dutton, Ava Howard, Michael LeMaster
Associate professors: Michael Baltzley, Gareth Hopkins, Kristin Latham-Scott

Mission

Prepare students for careers in biology and science education and admission to graduate and professional schools in the life and health sciences. We also promote the understanding of biology as an essential part of a liberal arts education and of global citizenship.

Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate mastery of key concepts from the many disciplines within the biological sciences.
Demonstrate critical thinking through laboratory experimentation, field research, data analysis and interpretation.
Apply concepts and skills from multiple courses to engage in advanced studies and research.

Core Courses

BI 211 Principles of Biology: Cells and Genetics Credits: 4
BI 212 Principles of Biology: Evolution, Diversity, and Ecology Credits: 4
BI 213 Principles of Biology: Structure and Function Credits: 4
or Equivalent Sequence Credits: 15

Upper Division Credits: 12-15

Approved by Biology adviser

Total Credits: 24-30

Note:

Students are required to maintain a C average in courses that are used to satisfy Biology minor degree requirements.

Satisfactory Grade Use

Program requirements are not fulfilled with a grade of S.
Do not select Satisfactory/No Credit grading for any courses that will be used in the program.