Areas of specialization include molecular and cellular biology, terrestrial and aquatic ecology, systematics, and physiology and developmental biology.

The Department of Biology prepares graduate students to:

  • Acquire training in a chosen subdiscipline of biology
  • Learn research techniques used in the subdiscipline
  • Develop presentation skills
  • Develop publication skills
Student learning outcomes:
  • Demonstrate knowledge of a chosen subfield, including the most recent advances in research
  • Apply appropriate research techniques (i.e., field or lab)
  • Effectively communicate research and findings in a professional context
  • Effectively write papers for publication