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All graduates will be able to:

1. To direct students for successful and productive careers in biological sciences, we will facilitate:

• Achievement of the highest level of expertise in biological sciences, master knowledge of these fields and apply that knowledge to address novel and emerging problems.
• Presentations of student research to national and international audiences through both peer-reviewed and popular publications, professional meetings and conference proceedings.
• Participation in professional organizations.
• Development of professional foundations through activities such as teaching, internships, fellowships, and preparation of grant applications.

2. To prepare students to be leading researchers in the fields of biological sciences by training graduate students to do the following:

• Become independent researchers by developing expertise in their chosen area, thereby enabling original contributions that extend beyond their degree program.
• Apply sound research methods and tools to problems in their area of study.
• Communicate their research clearly and professionally in both written and oral forms.
• Develop a comprehensive knowledge of previous and current research in their field of expertise and be able to demonstrate clearly such knowledge.

Career

Many students that complete MS degrees in Zoology go on to PhD programs at competitive universities. Others teach at community colleges or private schools. Some also work for federal and state agencies, as well as in the private sector.

Former MS students in Zoology are now in careers with the US Forest Service, NOAA and the US Geological Survey. Other recent graduates are private consultants, professional writers and some work at zoos.