Doane Biology students have had the opportunity to work in a number of great environments outside of the classroom, completing internships across the region and research experience at other nationally-recognized universities.
The science and medical communities of today rely on large-scale, collaborative research that crosses disciplines to develop new treatments and innovations. This reality makes it just as important for students to learn how to do biology as it is for them to gain an understanding of general biological concepts and content. Doane Biology students have a variety of opportunities to pursue their research ideas with the guidance of faculty, like a coach at your side. The Doane biology program is one of the only programs in the state that provides its students the opportunity to take part in an independent capstone research project.
Doane Biology faculty represent numerous specialty areas giving students unique perspectives in career exploration. Our faculty understand the important transitional experience of first-year students focusing on early student success.
By actually practicing the Scientific Method, Doane biology students learn to problem solve and ultimately find their passion. We offer a supportive, apprenticeship-style, learning environment focused on student success, not “weeding out.”
Experiential Science is integral to our curriculum. “Doing science” is a proven learning method and our students “do science” beginning the first day and concluding with a capstone research project. At Doane, the classroom is the lab.
Biology students immerse themselves in the exploration of living systems, from single cells to complex ecosystems, guided by diverse expert perspectives. Through this journey, they develop habits of mind that foster global thinking, systems-level understanding, and the ability to apply critical analysis and scientific reasoning to solve complex problems.
At Doane, biology connects with diverse fields such as environmental science, the humanities, fine arts, business, education, the social sciences, and other natural sciences, enriching students' understanding of how biological processes shape life. By fostering systems thinking and scientific problem-solving, students gain insight into the complex connections between biology and the world around them.
Biologists work in interdisciplinary teams to tackle complex societal challenges, applying scientific thinking to address needs in healthcare, public health, conservation, education and leadership.
Biology students immerse themselves in the exploration of living systems, from single cells to complex ecosystems, guided by diverse expert perspectives. Through this journey, they develop habits of mind that foster global thinking, systems-level understanding, and the ability to apply critical analysis and scientific reasoning to solve complex problems.
At Doane, biology connects with diverse fields such as environmental science, the humanities, fine arts, business, education, the social sciences, and other natural sciences, enriching students' understanding of how biological processes shape life. By fostering systems thinking and scientific problem-solving, students gain insight into the complex connections between biology and the world around them.
Biologists work in interdisciplinary teams to tackle complex societal challenges, applying scientific thinking to address needs in healthcare, public health, conservation, education and leadership.
