Few biology departments offer research and field experiences to undergraduates - a strength of Western Illinois University's department is its commitment to undergraduate research through programs such as Biology Science Teacher - Certification.
Commitment to undergraduate education
- Courses taught by faculty members, not graduate students
- Active faculty advisor program and an active career advising/career development program
- Comprehensive curriculum that provides a strong background in the natural and social sciences, humanities, and writing
- Curriculum that allows students to pursue their individual research interests
- Libraries with Internet access to biology journals
- Easily accessible computer labs for student use