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Biology
- Department of Biology
- College of Social and Natural Sciences
- Sattgast Hall 218-755-2920
Faculty 
Dr. Elizabeth Rave (Chair; erave@bemidjistate.edu), Dr. Donald Cloutman, Dr.
Mark Fulton, Dr. Debbie Guelda, Dr. Richard Koch, Dr. Alice Lindgren, Dr. Kerry
Openshaw
Areas of Study
- Bachelor of Arts in Biology
Suggested Schedule
Field of Emphasis:
Ecology, Ethology, and Evolution
- Bachelor of Science in Biology
Suggested Schedule
Fields of Emphasis:
Cellular and Molecular Biology
Ecology, Ethology, and Evolution
- Bachelor of Science in Aquatic Biology
Suggested Schedule
Fields of Emphasis:
Aquatic Systems
Fisheries Biology
Wetlands Ecology
- Minor in Biology
- Minor in Wetlands Ecology
- Life Science Specialty, Bachelor of Science
in Science, Teacher Licensure
Suggested Schedule
- Related Programs (See separate program listings)
- Minor in Earth Science, B.A.,
B.S.
- Minor in Geology, B.A., B.S.
- Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory
Science
- Pre-Professional Areas of Study (See listings under Pre-Professional Studies)
- Chiropractic
Dentistry
Medicine
Mortuary Science
Occupational Therapy
Optometry
Pharmacy
Physical Therapy
Physician Assistant
Veterinary Medicine
Biology is the science of life. Biologists study all living things
and their interactions with their environments. The study of human
biology helps us to understand ourselves, and the study of other life
forms helps us to understand them and the world we share. Because the
field of biology extends to so many areas--from viruses to blue
whales--it offers diverse opportunities for personal and professional
study and growth.
Communication Proficiency: Biology courses numbered 3000
and above will require each student to complete either a written or
an oral project as specified by the instructor.
Preparation
See Section II, Enrollment
for required high school preparation
Recommended High School Courses
- Algebra
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Precalculus
- Trigonometry
Second Majors and Minors
Students are encouraged to discuss with their biology
advisor the option of a second major or minor that might
strengthen or complement their major.
Career Directions
- Agricultural Sales
- Allied Health Professions
- Aquatic Biology
- Biotechnology
- Clinical Laboratory Sciences
- Consultant
- Education
- Field Biology
- Fisheries Biology
- Food Sciences
- Government Service
- Industry
- Invertebrate Zoology
- Laboratory Biology
- Medical Professions
- Microbiology
- Natural History
- Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Products Sales
- Research
- Science and Technical Writing
- Wetlands Science
- Wildlife Sciences
- Also: Graduate Study
Credit Requirement
Transfer Students: At least one-third of the credits to be
included in the major must be successfully completed at Bemidji State
University.
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