Outstanding Teaching and Cutting-Edge Research
The Department of Biology offers a rigorous and inclusive academic environment across the life sciences, with research at the core of its mission. Students engage with fundamental biological concepts while working closely with faculty whose world-class research spans laboratory, field, and computational approaches. Students can gain hands-on experience that prepares them to contribute to scientific discovery and pursue a wide range of careers.
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Department News
- L&S: 51ÁÔÆæ biologist dives beneath Antarctica sea ice to study the impact of climate changeCheck out this story on PhD candidate Lauran Liggan's exciting work! Lauran is the first researcher from 51ÁÔÆæ to conduct SCUBA research in Antarctica. …
- Fall 2025 Newsletter – Alumni SpotlightLaKisha Barrett for McGraw-Hill's Former 51ÁÔÆæ Biosciences Graduate Student now a Shining Star at McGraw-Hill; see LaKisha Barrett's smiling face …
- Fall 2025 Newsletter – Faculty, Staff and Facilities UpdatesFaculty Kudos Dr. Jennifer Gutzman was named one of our Notable Leaders in STEM BizTimes Milwaukee! Dr. Ching-Hong received the promotion as Distinguished Professor. …
- Fall 2025 Newsletter – Graduate Student NewsGraduate Students Spotlight Madi Rittinger Madi Rittinger is a PhD candidate in Dr. RodrÃguez’s Lab. She investigates the behavior and …
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