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Environmental Biology
CENTER for BIODIVERSITY
Field Study

Environmental Biology majors are keen on closely observing the natural world to gain a full understanding of the biological sciences and human interactions upon it. They like the challenge of discovery, scientific analysis, and research. They feel comfortable in theory development and research design, and like to communicate their findings by giving presentations, writing scientific articles, and educating others about the value their work has on society and planet earth. They are stewards of natural resosurces and gravitate towards the next challenge in field and biological research.

Is this you?

Fish LabAll candidates for this degree receive a traditional education in biological science. Training is enhanced by the field-oriented, experiential-type education offered by Unity College faculty with expertise in such course work. This Bachelor of Science program in Environmental Biology provides choices for future environmental service. The first choice open to students is entry-level employment in resource-oriented environmental professions. The second choice is a rigorous curriculum perhaps best demonstrated by the requisite senior thesis.

If yes, then an Environmental Biology major is for you.

What you'll study
In addition to core biological science courses and experiential field opportunities, your studies will also include:Boat Lab

  • Cell Biology
  • Comparative Animal Physiology
  • Environmental Plant Physiology
  • Evolution and Ecology 
  • Research Methods and Design

Complete Program Requirements

What you'll do
Your projects may include:

  • Facilitating expeditionary projects with a charter high school
  • Working with organizations on collaboration and productivity
  • Designing an experiential program for an elementary school

Who will teach you

 

Alysa Remsburg  Aimee Phillippi  Dave Knupp
Alysa Remsburg
Assistant Professor of Biology

Going to class is not just about copying notes and waiting until later to turn on your brain. Instead, it’s an opportunity to work with the professor and peers to make sure you’re really understanding the material.

 Aimee Phillippi 
Assistant Professor of Biology
Director
of the Center for Biodiversity

We’re all students. Education is about curiosity, synthesis, and application—endless pursuits for us all.

 

David Knupp
Associate Professor of Wildlife Biology

 

Where your major can take you

Environmental Biology graduates go on to become:Biology Student

Biological Technicians
Field Biologists
Land Use Planners
Wildlife Specialists

Unity College Environmental Biology majors have accepted positions with the following:

BioDiversity Research Institute
Dolphin Quest
USDA Forest Service

Graduate Students have enrolled in:

Environmental Science
Wildlife Ecology

Explore a Career in Environmental Biology