Biology
Discover biology. Discover life.
The science of biology is a process of inquiry using observation, modeling, and experimentation to understand living organisms, their origins, and their interactions with their environment.
We seek to engage students by offering a diversity of learning experiences that provide a window into the intricacies of the natural world and the trials and thrills of scientific discovery.
What does a biology major experience?
Our professors teach using a variety of styles, including lectures, small-group collaborations, and hands-on laboratories that incorporate digital media, technical research equipment and software, and field experiences.
Throughout our curriculum, we place a strong emphasis on developing critical thinking and sound scientific reasoning skills.
These skills are further developed in a capstone experience in which students engage in collaborative research projects with individual faculty members or complete internships.
What are our graduates doing?
The biology major provides broad preparation for graduate and professional schools (including medical, dental, veterinary, and pharmacy), health-related careers, government agency jobs, commercial industry, and secondary education.
Student interns gain practical experience through affiliations with local laboratories, hospitals, physical therapy and veterinary clinics, industries, and government agencies responsible for natural resources.
Some of our recent graduates include:
- DeAnne Martin, '11, lab technician at TriTech Laboratories
- Kaitlin Marvin, '10, immunoassay technician at LabCorp
- Kat Walker, '10, veterinary assistant at The Animal Hospital of Lynchburg
- Loriann Garcia, '10, Ph.D. student in the Department of Entomology at Texas A&M University
- Jessica Yarra, '10, associate scientist at Intrexon
- Melissa Roach, '08, primary hawk counter, Cape May Bird Observatory
For more information about the Department of Biology, contact Dr. Kari Benson, benson@lynchburg.edu
