Department of Natural Sciences

Biology

Biology, the study of life, is a wide-ranging and rapidly growing discipline. Understanding biology requires a working knowledge of all the sciences, especially chemistry and mathematics. Read more...

Chemistry

Our program mission is to help students learn chemistry, and how chemistry connects to mathematics, biology, physics and other professional fields. We expect and encourage our students to develop the analytical, experimental, computer and problem-solving skills necessary to successfully pursue chemistry and other science-based careers. Read more...

Forensic Science

Our mission as a forensic science program is to develop professional, ethical graduates whose competence in problem-solving, legal analysis and application, quantitative reasoning, investigation, and scientific laboratory procedures can be applied to immediate employment or advanced study. Read more...

Physics

The Physics program provides students in science, mathematics, technology, secondary education  and  various pre-professional programs with an understanding of fundamental concepts and principles that govern the physical universe. Read More...

Science Education

The science education program is designed to provide a strong content background in one or more science disciplines and extensive practice using constructivist teaching strategies to prepare teacher candidates for today’s classroom. Read more...