Biology
Our program brings together students and professors for comprehensive studies in several areas of modern biology. From cell and molecular biology to botany and physiology, our courses will train you to think critically a…
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Overview
STUDY CREATION, DISCOVER THE CREATOR
Our program brings together students and professors for comprehensive studies in several areas of modern biology. From cell and molecular biology to botany and physiology, our courses will train you to think critically and deepen your understanding of the world that is a dim reflection of its Creator.
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Skills You will Gain
1. Extensive working knowledge of Biology – Reap the benefits of a comprehensive biology education covering cell and molecular biology, ecology, botany, zoology and physiology.
2. Thorough lab experience – Thanks to our small lab sizes, you can expect a more complete laboratory experience with individualized attention and expert guidance from our professors to help you become the best you can be.
3. Critical thinking – This program will train your mind to think critically; to organize and order your thoughts, solve complex problems and allow you to understand more of the world.
Dive Deeper
Inside the Biology Program
Agnes Berki, Ph.D.
Professor of Biology; Director of Health Science Program
Email: agnes.berki@avemaria.edu
Phone: (239) 304-7926
Office: Henkels 3053
Jacob Blanchard, M.A.
Chair of the Biology Department; Senior Instructor of Biology; Nursing Department Advisor
Email: jacob.blanchard@avemaria.edu
Phone: (239) 304-7130
Office: Henkels 3052
Jamon Copeland, M.S.
Head Men’s Basketball Coach, Adjunct Instructor of Exercise Physiology
Email: jamon.copeland@avemaria.edu
Phone: (239) 280-7943
Office: Thomas Student Union 2031
Stephen Cronin, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Biology; Director of Biology B.A., B.S. Program
Email: stephen.cronin@avemaria.edu
Phone: (239) 280-1617
Office: Henkels 3051
Nicholas Curtis, Ph.D.
Dr. Paula Ines Castagnet Chair of Biological Sciences; Professor of Biology
Email: nicholas.curtis@avemaria.edu
Phone: (239) 304-7132
Office: Henkels 2053
Brett Feger, M.S., M.A.
Senior Instructor of Biology; Director of Environmental Science Program; Faculty Athletics Representative
Email: brett.feger@avemaria.edu
Phone: (239) 304-7366
Office: Canizaro Library 249
Ladislav Sallai, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Biology
Email: ladislav.sallai@avemaria.edu
Phone: (239) 280-2418
Office: Henkels 3028
Samuel Shephard, Ph.D.
Professor of Biology; Director of Agriculture and Catholic Environmental Stewardship Program; Director of Marine Biology Program
Email: samuel.shephard@avemaria.edu
Phone: (239) 304-7345
Office: Mount Melleray - Ireland
Stephen Wirick, Ph.D.
Professor of Exercise Physiology; Director of Exercise Physiology Program
Email: stephen.wirick@avemaria.edu
Phone: (239) 304-7966
Office: Canizaro Library 313
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