Biological Sciences
David Lindsey, Chair; Cecilia Brothers, Jim Nestler, Kirt Onthank, Jeremy Wiggins, Shelley Reich, Matthew Williams.
The objectives of the department are to develop an understanding of the principles of biology that will better acquaint students with the world in which they live; to create an atmosphere conducive to individual investigation; to prepare department majors for graduate and professional education, teaching, and certain careers in the biological sciences.
The department offers a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in biology, and jointly with the departments of chemistry, engineering, and physics, a Bachelor of Science degree with majors in biochemistry, bioengineering, and biophysics respectively. A minor in biology is also available. Students have exceptional opportunities for study in the biological sciences during the summer at the Rosario Beach Marine Laboratory, adjoining Deception Pass State Park, Anacortes, Washington. For further information visit the Rosario website at rosario.wallawalla.edu.
For a description of the graduate program leading to the Master of Science degree in biology, see the Graduate Bulletin.
Student Learning Outcomes:
Students graduating with a major in Biological Sciences will:
• Understand biological concepts and apply them to contemporary situations
• Apply biological knowledge across scientific disciplines, including the health professions
• Read, understand, and evaluate primary literature
• Ask and answer meaningful scientific questions by applying the methods of scientific inquiry in research
• Effectively communicate scientific information in written and oral formats
• Address issues of faith and science
• Become respected professionals and excel in their chosen career
• Become participating members of professional, social, and spiritual communities
• Be responsible stewards of God's Creation