The Biology program will let you delve deeply into subdisciplines like molecular biology, cell biology, organismal biology, and ecology. You will study in a close-knit community and learn through rigorous research. You will have access to research resources like the Center for Cancer Research and Rocky River Nature Park. This preparation includes being proficient with using current research equipment and methodologies and a project in which you put your skills to practice. You will be prepared for fields such as research, medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, pharmacy, lab technology and management, wildlife biology, environmental consulting, industrial compliance, or medical sales.

Not only will you learn biology, you’ll also learn how to think critically through case studies and labs that challenge you. For example, we could ask you what symptoms a medical patient would display—and why—if the had a specific genetic disorder. You’d draw upon your studies in genetics, biochemistry, molecular biology, cell biology, and organismal biology to answer this sample question. To graduate, you’ll also complete a research project on an original question you’ll propose in which you design and carry out an experiment and present your findings.

In addition to obtaining a foundation in biology and its subdisciplines, you’ll graduate with experience performing research. Anderson University will teach you to be proficient in using current research equipment and methodologies. You’ll conduct a research project that gives you practical experience in your chosen field. Majoring in biology at AU will prepare you for careers and graduate programs in the following fields: research, medicine (physician and physician’s assistant), dentistry, veterinary science, secondary or post-secondary education, pharmacy, lab technology and management, wildlife biology, environmental consulting, industrial compliance, and pharmaceutical sales. If you’re considering a career in medicine, you can intern at AnMed Medical Center in Anderson and shadow doctors alongside medical school students.