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Academic Advising

Advising for First-year and Second-year Biology Students

If you are a first- or second-year student who has signed up for the biology, microbiology, botany or zoology majors, you should already have an assigned CAS advisor who specializes in biology. If you are interested in declaring any of those majors, or any of the biology-related minors or co-majors, contact the CAS Advising Office and ask to meet with one of the biology specialists.

Advising for All Other Biology Students

If you are a junior or senior student who has signed up for the biology, microbiology, botany, or zoology majors, you should have an assigned faculty advisor from the Department of Biology. That person can help you schedule, or help with your major requirements, your career plans, internships, independent study, etc.

Advising for Regional Campus Students

If you are a regionals student who has signed up for the biology, microbiology, botany, zoology or biological science majors, you should contact Dr. D.J. Ferguson or Tamara Lewis for advising services.
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Mallory-Wilson Center for Healthcare Education

The Mallory-Wilson Center in the College of Arts and Science provides resources, information, and support that enable students to make informed decisions regarding the issues facing today's healthcare professionals. Programs and services include the Premedical Co-Major, Premedical Living Learning Community, internships, and scholarships.

Departmental Honors

In addition to Miami University Honors College, we offer a Departmental Honors program for students who qualify for and desire independent work under the guidance of a faculty mentor(s). Note that Departmental honors is distinct from the Honors College.

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Microbiology Honors

Eligibility:

  • Must be majoring in Microbiology or Public Health: Human Disease and Epidemiology.
  • Must have above a 3.50 in their major.
  • Must be involved in either labratory or library bsed research.
  • Must register for MBI 480: Departmental Honors for a minimum of two semester hours.

 

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Biology Honors

Eligibility:

  • Must attain a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher in all BIO courses.
  • Must identify a member of the Biology faculty who agrees to oversee the project.
  • Must complete a minimum of one credit hour of BIO 491, in addition to four other credit hours of independent work.
  • Must Submit a hard copy of your Honors thesis to the Department of Biology for review and approval.
  • Public Presentation of Honors research at the Undergraduate Research Forum or other suitable venue.

Internships and Scholarships

Students can pursue internships at a wide variety of institutions and companies. These can take place during the academic year, the winter term or the summer.

For more information, contact:
Dr. Susan Hoffman
246 Pearson Hall

bioadvising@MiamiOH.edu

For more info on both internships and scholarships

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Career Opportunities

A degree in Biological Sciences prepares students for a wide range of careers in research, healthcare, environmental science, biotechnology, education, government, and industry. Graduates can enter the workforce in roles such as laboratory technician, environmental analyst, or pharmaceutical representative, while also building a strong foundation for advanced study in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, public health, research, and other science-related professions.

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Department of Biology

Students in undergraduate and graduate programs learn biological concepts taught by dedicated faculty and gain hands-on research experiences in the laboratory and field using first-class equipment, centers, and facilities. Our graduates pursue a wide variety of career paths in health, biotechnology, the environment, and plant science.