Discover the scientific process behind life from molecular, cellular, organismal, and environmental perspectives. Our professors combine process-driven research methods with hands-on training to ensure that students receive a well-rounded education. Classes incorporate a Christian worldview into the study of biological science.
The Biology major equips the student with the knowledge necessary to pursue a wide range of career opportunities by studying zoology, botany, microbiology, genetics, cell biology, environmental biology, and other biology fields. Each track within this major includes either a chemistry or physical science minor.
Biology is offered as a major, minor, or concentration.
Degree plans for career tracks within the biology major are linked below:
- Biology
- Pre-Chiropractic
- Pre-Dentistry
- Pre-Dentistry: Early Admission (KCU)
- Pre-Medicine
- Pre-Medicine: Early Admission (KCU)
- Pre-Medical Humanitarian Relief Track
- Pre-Occupational Therapy
- Pre-Optometry
- Pre-Pharmacy
- Pre-Physical Therapy
- Pre-Physician Assistant
- Pre-Veterinary
Related majors include: Applied Biology and Applied Science and Sustainability
Minor Degree Program
Learning Outcomes
Faculty
Department Chair

Michael Tenneson, Ph.D.
Chair, Professor of Biology
Full-time Faculty

Erica Harris, M.S.
Associate Professor of Biology

Julie Mayne, Ed.D.
Assistant Professor of Biology

John Patton, Ph.D.
Professor of Biology

Jason Streubel, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Biology
Adjunct Faculty

William Hill, M.S.
Instructor of Biology