Recent Quotes from current and previous BSU students
"I think this program is waht made my experience here at BSU memorable,
I met my best friends, had wonderful times, and the best pofs I could hope
for. The program is very hand on and extremely fun, the people are great
and I could always count on ALL the Profs to be very helpful, knowledgeable,
willing, and extremely fun. I can only say that about the Biology and Aquatic
Biology departments, so that means something. Take advantage of all the extra
activities and experiences these departments offer, the experiences are invaluable.
Thanks to all the Profs that made my experience fantastic."
Tim Girod, Class of 2005
"The aquatic biology program at BSU is excellent. Having been out fo school for 10 years, I was nervous about going into this feild at a graduate level. At BSU, I quickly gained my confidence, and never felt out of place as an older than average graduate student. The faculty are excellent teachers, gifted in their feild and very approachable.
When I was looking into other universities for a graduate program, many
were 3 times more expensive, lacked the positive learning atmosphere, and
located in big cities. At BSU, the price is right, the lake and the Mississippi
River is literally right outside your door, and the community of Bemidji
is smal enough to be safe yet big enough to be stimulating. It has culture
AND great outdoor recreation opportunities. It doesn't get much better than
that! If you like the idea of professorsknowing you by your first name, and
yearn for practical hands-on instruction where the price is right, BSU is
the place to go."
Carolyn Towler, Graduate Student, Class of 2006
"BSU's aquatic biology program prepares students for experiences beyond
the classroom -- for further study (graduate school) or direct work experience.
The key to the program is what a person makes of it -- the program can take
a person any direction they are willing to go. I think what seperates BSU's
aquatic biology program from other schools is the professors commitment to
making students a priority."
Kelli Schmeling, Class of 2004
"Working with the staff in the aquatic biology program gave me the background
I needed to pursue a Master's degree studying wetland ecology... and it was
a lot of fun."
Shane Bowe, Graduate Student, Class of 2006
"You could not ask for a better environment in which to earn your degree
in aquatic biology. The professors are truely energetic and excited about
what they are teaching. That overflows to you as the student and makes the
experience that much more enjoyable. Beyond the professors, you have access
to a 6,000 acre lab right from campus! With the lake being that close, you
can go out and enjoy what it has to offer between classes. Furthermore, the
end of the year aquatic biology party is a sight to behold. I would not trade
my educational experience from BSU for anything."
Lucas Borgstrom, Class of 2006