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The Biology Major equips students for advanced graduate studies, pre-professional tracks, certification programs, and careers across various biological fields. Through this program, students will enhance essential abilities including collaborative teamwork, investigative analysis, effective verbal and written communication, ethical decision-making, innovative problem-solving, and quantitative data interpretation. Biology undergraduates gain valuable experience conducting individual research projects alongside faculty mentors, frequently showcasing their findings at conferences ranging from local to international levels. To foster academic achievement, the Biology department provides substantial scholarship support, distributing over $60,000 in awards each year. Students join an engaged academic network featuring campus organizations, regional partnerships with government and tribal entities, and international study programs. The secondary education track specifically qualifies graduates for Biology teaching certification (DA endorsement), enabling them to instruct diverse life science courses for grades 6-12. The curriculum covers foundational subjects like General Biology and specialized areas including Forensic Science, complemented by district-specific electives. Cutting-edge teaching facilities and immersive fieldwork opportunities prepare future educators to translate their academic knowledge into effective classroom instruction.