Southwestern Oklahoma State University Undergraduate Catalog 2024-2025
DEPARTMENT OF BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
FACULTY
Dr. Rickey Cothran, Chair Science Building, Room 214B Phone: (580) 774-3096 E-mail: rickey.cothran@swosu.edu https://www.swosu.edu/academics/academic-departments/biological-sciences/index.php
Dr. Jimena Aracena .......................................SCI 110 E .................... jimena.aracena@swosu.edu ............................................. (580) 774-3099 Dr. Lisa Boggs .............................................SCI 307 A ................... lisa.boggs@swosu.edu..................................................... (580) 774-3090 Dr. Renan Janke Bosque ...............................SCI-110 A ................... renan.bosque@swosu.edu................................................ (580) 774-3096 Dr. Mark Garcia ............................................SCI 110 F .................... mark.garcia@swosu.edu ................................................. (580) 774-3085 Dr. Eric Paul..................................................SCI 325 ....................... eric.paul@swosu.edu ....................................................... (580) 774-3228 Dr. Marcella Goncalves Santos .....................SCI 110 F .................... marcella.santos@swosu.edu ........................................... (580) 774-3096 Dr. Pragya Sharma ........................................SCI 110 D ................... pragya.sharma@swosu.edu.............................................. (580) 774-3132 Dr. Vijay Somalinga......................................SCI 110 B.................... vijay.somalinga@swosu.edu ........................................... (580) 774-3230 Dr. Muatasem Ubeidat ..................................SCI 213 A ................... muatasem.ubeidat@swosu.edu ........................................ (580) 774-3298
DEPARTMENTAL MISSION AND GOALS
• Maintaining a curriculum that meets the constantly changing needs of modern biology through ongoing assessment by faculty, students, alumni, and external review.
The mission of the Department of Biological and Biomedical Sciences is to provide educational opportunities in biological science that meet the needs of students and citizens of Oklahoma and surrounding states; to support faculty and student research in the biological sciences; and to contribute to the educational, economic, and cultural environment of the university, the community, and the region. The Department of Biological and Biomedical Sciences accomplishes its mission and that of the university through the following: • Ensuring quality education by recruiting the most qualified faculty without regard to national origin, race, gender, disability, age, or religion, who are committed to undergraduate teaching, involving undergraduates in research, and providing service to the university and the region. • Providing courses of study that establish a foundation for life-long learning in biological science and that prepare graduates to successfully pursue professional and graduate education, to become effective teachers, and to begin fulfilling careers in biology and related fields. • Establishing an environment of academic freedom, intellectual inquiry, and governance that encourages collaborative interactions among faculty and students and that values analytical and critical thinking, diversity of ideas, effective communication, innovation, and intellectual honesty. • Extending learning opportunities outside of the classroom through field experiences, student research, regional and national professional meeting attendance and participation, service-learning experiences, and seminar series featuring local and invited speakers. • Supporting faculty and student research with internal and extramural funding, dedicated space, equipment, and time and recognizing the scholarly achievements of faculty and students.
PROGRAMS OF STUDY
B.S. Biological Sciences • Biomedical Sciences Option • Environmental & Organismal Science Option B.S. Microbiology • Medical Laboratory Science Option (3+1) B.S. Medical Lab. Science Option (Dual Degree) B.S.Ed. Natural Science Education (Biology) (Listed in Dept. of Education)
Majors:
Biological Sciences
Minor:
Communication Sciences & Disorders Dentistry and Dental Hygiene Medical Imaging & Radiation Sciences Medicine/Osteopathic Medicine Nutritional Sciences/Clinical Dietetics Optometry Physical and Occupational Therapy Physician Associate/Assistant Veterinary Medicine
Pre-Professional:*
M.Ed. Natural Sciences (See Graduate Catalog for more information.)
Master:
* Students pursuing professional degrees should schedule an appointment with a pre-professional advisor during their first semester on campus to identify requirements specific to their particular program.
GENERAL INFORMATION
The course offerings in the Department of Biological and Biomedical Sciences span the sub-disciplines within the life sciences. Students may choose to pursue a generalized degree in biological sciences, focus their program in one of three program options, pursue professional programs in medical laboratory sciences and education, or pursue a course of study that prepares students for admission to professional programs in health and medical sciences. This diversity prepares students for professional schools as well as a variety of options for graduate study and careers in professional biology.
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