Department of Natural Sciences

The Department of Natural Sciences provides a solid educational foundation in both theoretical and investigative science with an emphasis on critical thinking and problem-solving skills.The department prepares students for productive careers in natural sciences and entry into graduate or professional schools. The department offers two majors leading to the Bachelor of Science Degree: Bachelor of Science in Biology and Bachelor of Science in Sustainability Studies. The department offers one major leading to the Master of Science Degree with a concentration in Biological Sciences or Biology Education.

Students also have the option of selecting from the following:

BS. Biology with a concentration in

General Biology

Pre-medicine/Pre-dentistry

Molecular Biology/Biotechnology

Comprehensive Science Licensure

BS. Sustainability Studies with a concentration in

Environmental Technology

Behavioral Sciences

Sustainable Entrepreneurship

Program Goals

Assist students in understanding basic unifying scientific principles through the provision of relevant facts, concepts, and theories;

Provide learning experiences to stimulate critical thinking and problem solving skills;

Enhance the overall educational experience of students with an interdisciplinary curriculum designed to enhance student performance on professional examinations;

Prepare students to be competitive for entry into the workforce or graduate and professional programs;

Collaborate with public school teachers, graduates, and professional institutions to broaden scientific career opportunities;

Attract, recruit, retain and produce more competitive students by enhancing program offerings and requirements to meet the global needs of the science major; and

Provide an atmosphere that will promote participation of faculty and students in professional development and community outreach activities.