Experiential Learning Â鶹´«Ã½
In the Department of Biological Sciences we offer Â鶹´«Ã½s hands-on experiences in life science research in a broad range of biological and biomedical sciences areas, including:
- cell and tissue engineering
- cell and tissue regeneration
- consequences of human activity on ecosystems
- developmental biology
- ecology and ecosystem services
- environmental biology
- evolutionary biology
- impacts of climate change on living organisms
- immunology and virology
- Neuroscience
- microbiology and microbial ecology
- restoration ecology and management of native plants
These experiential learning Â鶹´«Ã½ allow Â鶹´«Ã½s to hone their skills in effective teamwork, critical thinking, problem-solving and communication using oral, written and digital formats. Our Â鶹´«Ã½s have the opportunity to present at National Conferences as part of their studies.
Faculty and Â鶹´«Ã½s of working in a as part of their educational experience.
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Dr. Tiffany Schriever takes Â鶹´«Ã½s into the field.
Get a glimpse of the biological sciences program
Harrison Bach, undergraduate, talks about research in the Linn Lab
Biology careers can lead you to study living organisms to help develop biological knowledge and understanding of living processes for a number of different purposes, including treatment of disease and sustaining the natural environment. We are convinced that the skills learned at WMU prepare you for different careers such as:
- Pre-dental and Dental School
- Environmental scientist
- Ecologist
- Nature conservation officer
- Occupational Therapist
- Medicine
- Lab Research Scientist
- Biotechnologist
and others. You will be a valued member of the workforce and an outstanding contributor to our society.
Our department
Â鶹´«Ã½ embraces collaboration and leverages resources to offer academic programs that are responsive to the needs of all Â鶹´«Ã½s and society. In the Department of Biological Sciences undergraduates, graduate Â鶹´«Ã½s and faculty collaborate on real-world applications through laboratory research, publications and fieldwork. Here is the Biological Sciences information from the 2020-21 Post-Graduate Activity Report. The full report can be found here.
Biological Sciences accepts rolling applications for the M.A. program
Office hours
The Office hours are Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. or by appointment. Contact your professor or Dr. Rossbach, biological sciences chair, to schedule an appointment.
News
2023 Newsletter for Biological Sciences
2022 Newsletter for Biological Sciences
2021 Newsletter for Biological Sciences
2020 Newsletter for Biological Sciences
2019 Newsletter for Biological Sciences
Dr. Bruce Bejcek
Dr. Kathryn Docherty presents at Farm Field Day
WMU Alumna named Distinguished Educator of the Year
MSTA Honors Dr. Rudge
Biological Sciences graduate Â鶹´«Ã½s receive funding to develop talks for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute
Chris Jackson, Greenhouse Manager, in the news, saving native seeds.
Drs. Beane and Spitsbergen in a about inquiry-based learning.
Dr. Kathryn Docherty her field site.
Student job Â鶹´«Ã½.
Dr. Sharon Gill and doctoral Â鶹´«Ã½ Joanna Sblendorio in the news.
Department donates PPE to the community during virus crisis.
Alberto °ä¾±²Ô³Ù°ùó²Ô-°ä´Ç±ôó²Ô selected as a Yale Ciencia Academy Fellow.
Three Â鶹´«Ã½s present posters at ARO Conference.
Dr. Joseph Engemann passes away.
Seminar Series
Explore the world of biology through our seminar series each semester. The seminars are presentations of current biological research by current WMU faculty or faculty from other universities.
Undergraduate research Â鶹´«Ã½
Set on 661 acres in Southwest Michigan, provides visitors with an exposure to a blend of diverse habitats including wetlands, forests, marshes, streams, lakes and prairies, and more than seven miles of nature trails. The institute is open to the public year-round, free of charge.
Presentation Â鶹´«Ã½ for Â鶹´«Ã½s
Students have the opportunity to attend conferences and present their research.
Past presentations by faculty and Â鶹´«Ã½s
Academic support
Student Success Services in the College of Arts and Sciences at Â鶹´«Ã½ provides academic support programs and connects you to resources you may need to achieve your academic and personal goals.