Biology Honors Program

Departmental Honors Program Coordinator: Dr. Francine Arroyo

Vision

The Department of Biology strives to be a regional and national leader in biology research and education. We aim to improve student success by offering a diverse curriculum, and by developing innovative instructional techniques. We aim to prepare our students for careers in science and education by offering active student involvement in externally funded collaborative and integrative biological research programs.  The honors program will elevate the research opportunities for upper-division students.

 Mission

The Department of Biology focuses on innovative student-centered strategies, research-focused teaching, and faculty mentoring to advance student success. The honors program will provide motivated upper-division students with the opportunity to explore biology through enhanced educational study and engagement with their intellectual peers.

 Goals

• Build a strong undergraduate research program anchored by honors student engagement
• Develop a foundation for undergraduate success through leadership and science communication
• Provide creative and scholarly upper-division students with opportunities to maximize their educational pursuits

Program Application

Students will apply for the Honors program in the Fall semester when they have 4 semesters remaining. The deadline to apply to the Biology Honors Program for Spring 2025 admission is Wednesday, December 4th. 

Honors Program Application for Spring 2025 Admission

Typical Timeline of Honors Program: