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WELCOME TO BIOLOGY! 

Welcome to the next step of your biology journey. Whether you’re a major, minor, or joint-major, we are so happy to have you here. There are so many resources and people available to support you in your education and career pursuits.

BIOLOGY STUDENT ADVISORY COUNCIL

The Biology Student Advisory Council (BIO-SAC) is responsible for providing a line of communication between students and faculty. Members are a resource for biology students to express their concerns or provide feedback.

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Primary Functions

  • Serve as a resource for current and prospective majors.
  • Advise the biology chair and faculty regarding new faculty appointments
  • Advise the biology chair and faculty regarding external reviews of the department.
  • Give biology majors a voice in their department regarding any student concerns that arise.
  • Help make the department a vibrant, inclusive, and supportive community.
  • They provide networking opportunities and professional development resources to help students in their postgraduate careers. By coordinating fun departmental events throughout the year, the BIO-SAC also helps build a sense of community.
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Extracurriculars

The biology department hosts exciting events like Bug Blacklighting Night and Board Game Night. We also host Cookies and Conversation and a grad school panel every semester.

Follow us on Instagram at @middbio to stay updated on events.