The Biology Major will prepare students for graduate programs, pre-professional programs, certificate programs, and careers in diverse biological disciplines. Experiences in the program will strengthen skills in teamwork, inquiry and analysis, oral and written communication, problem solving, ethical reasoning, critical and creative thinking, and quantitative and information literacy. Biology students have the opportunity to perform one-on-one research with Biology faculty members and often present their work at local, regional, national, or international venues. To support student success, the Biology department offers numerous scholarship opportunities, granting greater than 60K in awards annually. Biology students are part of a learning community that includes local networking opportunities (registered student organizations and clubs), state and regional collaborations and partnerships (e.g., government agencies, tribal organizations), and global experiences (study abroad opportunities). The secondary education major prepares students for teacher certification in Biology (DA endorsement). Candidates completing the certification requirements will be qualified to teach a variety of life science courses in grades 6-12. These courses include General Biology, Ecology, Human Anatomy and Physiology, Botany, Zoology, Microbiology, Environmental Science, Genetics, Biochemistry, and Forensic Science, in addition to specialized Biology electives unique to school districts. Extensive hands-on learning opportunities and clinical experiences, supported by state-of-the art teaching, field, and laboratory facilities, will empower students to apply their undergraduate training for employment as educators.