Biology - B.A., B.S.

• Clarify purpose and perspective –Explore aspects of the biological sciences that foster an understanding of self, relationships and diverse global perspectives.
• Communicate – Acquire, articulate, create and convey intended meaning using verbal and non-verbal methods of communication that demonstrate an understanding of a complex society.
• Learn and integrate - Through required coursework, independent learning and collaborative study, attain, use and develop knowledge in the arts, humanities, sciences and social sciences, with disciplinary specialization and the ability to integrate information across disciplines.
• Practice citizenship – Apply principles of ethical leadership, collaborative engagement, socially responsible behavior, respect for diversity in an interdependent world and a service-oriented commitment to advance and sustain local and global communities.
• Think and create - Use different thinking strategies to examine current issues, explore creative avenues of expression, solve problems and make consequential decisions.