The Biology Department believes that research experiences engage and stimulate students, bring them into close contact with mentors, and expose them to a wide range of opportunities for professional careers.

• Research for Credit
  Students may enroll in credit hours to engage in research with a faculty mentor.

• Biology Research Experience for Undergraduates (BREU)
  Students may apply to this program to receive funding to engage in research with a faculty mentor.

• The SUMS Institute houses programs for students in math and science including the Minority Access to Research Careers (MARC) and the PreMARC programs. Visit the SUMS page for more information.

• Undergraduate Mentoring in Environmental Biology (UMEB)
  Freshmen and Sophomore students interested in environmental research are encouraged to apply to this program.

• Summer Research Experiences for Undergraduates in
  • Environmental Biology in Arid Lands
  • Urban Ecology