Research
We have a strong commitment to involving students, both undergraduate and graduate, in departmental research projects. These experiences provide students with a competitive advantage in future educational endeavors, and research productivity is enhanced by involving enthusiastic students on projects. Undergraduate and graduate students are regularly included as co-authors on peer-reviewed publications.
Undergraduates who have been involved in faculty research projects routinely claim that their research experience convinced them to become biologists and opened important doors for them. Our graduate programs emphasize total immersion in cutting edge research, including federal and state funded projects relevant to regional technology and natural resources.
Since 1995 over 150 Undergraduate Students have participated in departmental research projects. Over 160 Graduate Students have completed MS and PhD degrees since 1990.