The biology department includes faculty, course work, and programs in the traditional area of biology, ecology and organismal, molecular biotechnology, secondary education, and environmental health sciences. the biology department offers two degree programs: B.S. in biology and B.S. in environmental health sciences.

Students in both degree programs benefit from extensive laboratory experience that provides hands-on use of modern laboratory and field equipment. Through an affiliation with the Gulf Coast Research Laboratory at Ocean Springs, Mississippi, the department offers a variety of courses in marine biology. Furthermore, abundant opportunities allow specialized learning through undergraduate research, internships, cooperative education, and practicums. Student organizations for both degree programs provide opportunities for recreational, service, and career-oriented activities in which students and faculty interact informally.