Molecular Environmental Biology
Head Faculty Advisor: Professor Rosemary GillespieAcademic Advisors:
Marjorie Ensor
Intake Advisor: Emilie Dandan
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Molecular approaches are expected to play an increasing role in environmental problem-solving in the near future, and their success will depend upon a sound understanding of biological principles from molecular through ecological levels. The MEB major is designed to train students in the organization and function of biological organisms and their integration into the environment. MEB majors choose from among six different emphases depending on specific interests and career plans. These different emphases are ideal for pre-med and pre-vet students, as a foundation for graduate study in biology, and for career preparation in biotechnology, environmental consulting, and conservation resource management. Emphases are also appropriate for pre-medical school and pre-veterinary school students. The five emphasis areas are: 1) Animal Health and Behavior, 2) Biodiversity, 3) Ecology, 4) Environment and Human Health, 5) Organisms and Environment, and 6) Microbiology.
Career Opportunities. Our graduates acquire a sound understanding of biological principles from the molecular through the ecological levels, which gives them especially valuable scientific training given that molecular approaches are expected to play an increasing role in environmental problem solving. The Molecular Environmental Biology degree prepares students well for graduate education in a biological area, or for careers related to biology and the environment, such as scientific research in government, industry, or academia, or biological assessment for various governmental agencies or environmental consulting firms. Graduates can also pursue a range of careers extending beyond the field of biology, such as human or veterinary medicine, other health professions, environmental or science education, or non-technical work in writing, illustration, photography, sales, or legislation. To see what our recent graduates have done check the Career Center web site survey information.