Biology
Mission Statement
The mission of the UCA Biology Department is to promote, enhance, and contribute to the science of biology by offering undergraduate and graduate degree programs, engaging in biological research and actively assisting the individuals and organizations in our community. The biology program also contributes to the education of all UCA students through its general education biology course and plays a significant role in supporting the curriculum for programs in the College of Health and Behavioral Sciences and the College of Education.
Student Engagement
Our greatest asset from the students’ perspective is that UCA’s biology faculty are genuinely dedicated to teaching excellence. They maintain high standards and engage students in current scientific techniques and concepts in their courses. Many of our faculty are actively engaged in research funded by various of agencies, and most of these projects include opportunities for student involvement. Please consider a visit to our campus to learn more about the UCA Biology Bear Experience. A Biology Major Programatic Map is available to help you be successful in your undergraduate biology degree plan.
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS AND DEGREES
Bachelors of Science in Biology
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science
PRE-PROFESSIONAL CONCENTRATIONS
Pre-Medicine
Pre-Physician Assistant
Pre-Dental
Pre-Veterinary
Pre-Optometry
DEPARTMENT ACADEMIC ADVISING
Our department offers one-on-one faculty advising that prepares students for entry into graduate and professional schools as well as employment in scientific fields and education. All Biology students are required to be advised every semester in order to register for classes. For more information or to make an advising appointment please contact the biology academic advisor at (501) 450-5971.
Brent Hill, Ph.D.
Professor and Department Chair
Department of Biology
Lewis Science Center 180
Phone: (501) 450-5915 Fax: (501) 450-5914
bhill@uca.edu