Department of Biological Sciences
Engaging students in the study of life
The Department of Biological Sciences provides students with a wide choice of experiences and opportunities in the life sciences — from medicine, to the environment, to basic and applied research in botany, ecology and evolutionary biology, marine biology, microbiology, and molecular biology.
35th annual Undergraduate Research Symposium
The culminating research experience in life sciences will be held on Friday, April 11 from 11-4:30 in Miller 114 with crawfish boil to follow. Download program here.
Academics
Biology consists of many disciplines unified by the fact that all living things—plants, animals, and microorganisms—follow the same fundamental laws of heredity, reproduction, growth, development, self-maintenance, interaction, and response. Find out more about our academic programs here
Research
A central focus of the Department of Biological Sciences is engaging students in the study of life through active learning in the classroom and through collaborative research in the laboratory and field. Perhaps the most necessary skills of a biologist are an inquisitive outlook and enthusiastic curiosity. Find out more about faculty research programs here
Each semester we invite speakers from other institutions to share their recent research findings. Find out about this semester's research seminar series here.
The Undergraduate Research Symposium is a culminating experience for students to share the results of life science research with their peers, faculty, family and friends. Download the program for the 35th annual URS here.
Faculty Success
Okaloosa Darter proposed for removal from Endangered Species List
Dr. Frank Jordan, Biological Sciences Chair, shares how he and Loyola students helped to save a tiny Florida fish from extinction. To read the article and listen on NPR, click here.
To find out more about Frank Jordan's research, click here.
Student Success
2025 Biology Student Awards
Congratulations to all the students who worked very hard and excelled this school year, especailly to our biology, pre-health, and URS award winning students.
Showcase
ENVA Students Present
ENVA students present at the Annual Professional Development Conference of the National Association of Biology Teachers in Atlanta, GA.