Biology

Type of degree: B.S.

Brief overview of program: The Biology Department at Shippensburg University offers opportunities for students to explore a variety of areas of within the biological sciences. Undergraduate concentrations in Biotechnology, Health Sciences, Medical Technology, Ecology and Environmental Biology, and Secondary Education allow students to develop skills specific to their interests and career choices. The faculty possess the expertise to guide students in their preparation for careers or further study at the professional/graduate level. Opportunities are available for students to perform internships and/or conduct scientific research under the supervision of faculty members. Small class sizes proivde students with numerous opportunities to receive individual attention from highly qualified professors. Shippensburg's close proximity to federal and state research labs, state forests and parks, and medical institutions allows for unique class visits and research/internship opportunities. Several clubs within the Biology Deparment (Biology, Ecology, and Health Sciences Clubs , Beta Beta Beta Biological Honor Society) provide a varieity of social and educational activities for students. We also have a small, active graduate program that reflects the diversity of interests of our faculty. We encourage you to browse our web site, or better yet, come for a visit. We think you will be impressed by what we have to offer. Please contact the Biology Department for further information.

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Email: biology@ship.edu