Department of 生物科学

发现生命是如何运作的.

Enjoy the rich experience of learning 生物学 through innovative courses and hands-on training specifically developed to prepare you for graduate or professional school and employment in your desired profession.  

在这里, students learn to think like a scientist for greater success in research, 研究生学习, or on the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT). And you’ll be up to your elbows in hands-on learning opportunities, whether it’s in one of our research laboratories or at our nationally-known 罗萨里奥海滩海洋实验室. You’ll have access to advanced equipment and the latest technology, and study in an Christian environment that fosters teamwork and cooperation over competitiveness. 研究生s of WWU’s Adventist 生物学 program have entered a variety of careers and maintain a high acceptance rate into medical and other health professional schools. 


学生关注的焦点

见到朱迪, a junior 生物学 major who takes us along on a day of the summer she spent studying at our 罗萨里奥海滩海洋实验室 campus in Anacortes, WA “Rosario has given me an opportunity to not only learn more about the world we live in, but to see the animals I’m learning about up close.”


大学经历

What will your college experience look like as a 生物学 major?

类: You will take courses that echo the increased focus on biostatistics, 生物化学, and cell and molecular 生物学 in both science and medicine. Popular 生物学 courses include cancer 生物学, computing for 生物学 and bioinformatics, 人类生态. 除了, a low student-to-faculty ratio means your professors will provide personalized support while you tackle rigorous academics.  

研究机会: Join the high percentage of students who are co-authors of peer-reviewed research publications in national and international journals, and attend regional and national research conferences to present findings.  

俱乐部: Develop strong experiences in reading, 理解, and evaluating primary literature through the journal clubs with credible faculty supervisors who are actively engaged in their own research and publishing. Attend social events and activities with the active Biology Club and the Pre-Professional Club. 

罗萨里奥海滩海洋实验室: 访问 the only Seventh-day Adventist marine laboratory in North America, 那里的学生, 工作人员, and faculty can take spring or summer courses or do research. Rosario’s facilities are comparable to other premier laboratories in the U.S. 

潜水: WWU is the only Adventist institution of higher education that is a member of the American Academy of Underwater Sciences (AAUS). Take advantage of our scientific diving class and learn safe, underwater research techniques.  

 

 


职业道路

What can your career path as a 生物学 major look like?

 

Most of our graduates enter medical, 牙科, 或者兽医学校, and are very successful professionals. 研究生s are also well-prepared to enter Ph.D. programs and many are now employed as professors at Adventist institutions and medical schools. Such careers can require three to seven years of study after completing an undergraduate degree.  

除了, 生物学 graduates may enter a wide range of science careers including research technicians, high school and community college teachers, 科学家们, 和动物园. Many have found work in marine aquariums, conservation, and environmental assessment. Employment prospects in these fields can improve by gaining hands-on experience through research and internships. 

 

 

新闻 & 更新


 

海洋生物学专业
2024年5月6日

海洋生物学专业

New degree track to offer rare opportunities in marine 生物学

《网上博彩澳门银河》
2024年3月19日

《网上博彩澳门银河》

McClintock to present Young Memorial Lecture on changes in the Antarctic

改进技术
2024年2月26日

改进技术

A successful collaboration between WWU's computer science and 生物学 departments

海边的学校
2023年8月16日

海边的学校

WWU's marine 生物学 lab hosts students for summer classes

研究水华
2023年8月10日

研究水华

Grant funds collaborative research at WWU on harmful algal blooms in PNW