San Jose State University - Department of Biological Sciences
About
This is a place where all kinds of students of science, including research professionals, teachers at all levels, and university undergraduates and graduates come together to discover and innovate.
Introduction
Welcome to the College of Science at San José State University!
This is a place where all kinds of students of science, including research professionals, teachers at all levels, and university undergraduates and graduates come together to discover and innovate.
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Department of Biological Sciences Mission
As leaders in the education of a highly trained and diverse scientific workforce, our mission is to provide a dynamic educational experience by engaging students in hands-on, inquiry-based learning activities at the bench and in the field. Through these experiences, our students will gain a conceptual and experiential understanding of the biological sciences spanning from molecules to ecosystems
Our Program Goals
- Serve the diverse student population of our region.
- Educate students to be intellectually agile and technologically proficient.
- Provide students with intensive, rigorous laboratory and field experiences within the context of their regular coursework.
- Create individualized mentoring opportunities and state-of-the-art learning experiences within the context of our faculty research programs.
- Foster creativity, a sound theoretical foundation, and the ability to communicate effectively and interact cooperatively.
- Make substantial contributions to the scientific community through our research efforts and that of our students.