University of Scranton Biology Department

What We Do:

Our department is home to one of the largest majors on campus. We promote an engaging culture of excellence in teaching and research to ensure our students are active participants in the learning process.
Our goal is to transform our "students" into "scholars" who are deeply committed to the process of independent learning through inquiry. With one-on-one interaction with our faculty, our students gain in-depth experience in the process of science, learn laboratory techniques, as well as share in the excitement of scientific discovery.

How We Stand Out:
Small classes foster close collaboration between students and faculty.
Dynamic learning environment with accomplished professors whose enthusiasm for biology is infectious.
Laboratory courses in the new state-of-the art Loyola Science Center integrate independent research and inquiry.
Values-based education based on Jesuit principles.
Mission to nurture students of competence, conscience and compassion.

Programs:
Biology - The study of the living world around us. It explores the structure and function of living organisms including animals, plants, bacteria, and viruses.

Meet Our Faculty:
The Biology faculty at The University of Scranton maintain a strong commitment to teaching and research excellence, as well as firmly believe that students are active participants in the learning process. As a result of our philosophy and of our small class sizes, faculty get to know the students very well, and encourage students to be involved in every aspect of their research.
In addition, faculty are involved in all aspects of campus life: academics, scholarship, student affairs, and other extracurricular activities.

Inside the Classroom
Our small class sizes allow students close personal interaction with our faculty, allowing close collaboration in the learning environments and instruction directed towards the individual student.
Many of our laboratory courses integrate independent research and inquiry, allowing students to be active participants in the learning process.
Students also have the opportunity to participate in travel courses such as Tropical Biology, Philippine Tropical Organisms and Ecosystems and Extreme Physiology. There’s also the option to visit the marshes of Georgia and Louisiana in a weeklong trip during the laboratory portion of Estuarine Ecology.

Faculty-Mentored Student Research
We firmly believe that research is a critical and integral part of the educational process. The faculty of the Biology Department is deeply committed to involving students in their research endeavors.
Students work hand-in-hand with faculty collaborators. Students are also encouraged to attend and participate in local and national scientific meetings and conferences, allowing them to hone their scientific communication skills as well as network with other students and scientists from around the globe.