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Derived from its Greek origins, biology is the scientific exploration of living organisms. This discipline offers remarkable diversity and excitement. Students who earn one of our undergraduate degrees will be thoroughly prepared for various career options, advanced academic pursuits, and professional pathways including medical, dental, and veterinary fields. No matter your professional aspirations, Texas Tech's faculty and advisors are committed to supporting your achievements through outstanding education. Selecting one of our majors proves advantageous for numerous Texas Tech students. Our programs not only serve as an outstanding gateway to rewarding careers in science and healthcare but also deliver the fundamental educational benefits unique to a liberal arts education in natural sciences. The department actively promotes undergraduate participation in faculty-led research labs and projects, offering direct exposure to life sciences investigation. Research opportunities span multiple disciplines such as evolutionary biology, environmental ecology, molecular biology, and biotechnology. These initiatives have historically gained strong recognition while benefiting both participants and instructors. Past student researchers have earned prestigious grants, presented at academic conferences, published in scholarly journals, and advanced to become accomplished physicians, university educators, and more.