Mission

The mission of the Department of Biology is to produce high quality, professional, career-oriented graduates who wish to pursue careers in biology, applied biology, research, medical and paramedical fields as well as biologically related fields.

Department of Biology Goals

• To increase the participation of students with diverse educational, socio political, and cultural backgrounds in the biological sciences, in the professions of medicine, dentistry, research, teaching and other biology-related fields;
• To provide students with the essential knowledge and skills needed for career advancement and professional mobility;
• To provide knowledge of the role that modern biological science and technology play in society and to provide students with a sense of responsibility for their humanistic applications;
• To prepare students for leadership roles in their communities and to foster their personal growth and development;
• To enrich knowledge and experiences of residents of the community in the biological sciences; and
• To increase community awareness and interaction to further collaboration and advocacy to enhance support for students and programs in the biological sciences.