Department of Biology and Environmental Science
Biology, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Neuroscience and Pre-Health Programs
Study the nature of the living world
From extracting DNA to restoring prairies, from working in a human cadaver lab to studying the brain, Simpson courses in biology and environmental science are designed to foster independent and creative thinking and offer a firm foundation in ecology, molecular, organismic and structural biology.
We also offer Pre-Health programs and 3+1 Nursing partnerships
Get the prerequisites necessary to continue on to a career in the following areas:
Pre-Dentistry
Pre-Medicine
Pre-Nursing
Pre-Optometry
Pre-Pharmacy
Pre-Veterinary Medicine
The natural world is diverse; so are the opportunities
How would you like to research the best way to curtail the spread of a noxious weed? Or explore the ecology of other countries? Or embark on a sustainability project? At Simpson, you can.
Enhance your Simpson Experience—get involved
Whatever your interest in biology and environmental science, there are opportunities to get involved outside of the classroom. Develop the skills that employers and graduate schools are seeking.
Imagine the Tremendous Possibilities
Whether you want to continue your education in graduate school or embark on your career, you will have many quality options with a Simpson degree in the natural sciences.
Amy Doling
Chair of the Faculty & Professor of Biology
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Jackie Brittingham
Professor of Biology
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Rachael Sloan
Faculty Services, Carver
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