The Biology and Microbiology Department is housed in Agricultural Hall, Dairy-Microbiology Building and the new Northern Plains Biostress Research Laboratory. The Department also has offices and research laboratories in the Biology Annex and Physiology Building. In addition, facilities used by Department members include the newly remodeled Animal Disease Research and Diagnostic Laboratory and 570 acre Oak Lake Field Station. The Field Station is located 23 miles northeast of Brookings and is available for class field trips and research projects. Such experiences are available in the department's research and teaching laboratories, as well as in other related biological science departments' laboratories.
Opportunities are available during the academic year and summers.
You should consider the department's cooperative education program. Through this program you receive college credit for experiences with an employer such as working in a laboratory at 3M. You are also encouraged to join and get involved in the activities of the department's student clubs like the Biology or Microbiology Clubs. These experiences provide valuable work experience in your profession, allow you to become acquainted with faculty members, develop your full potential and aid you in seeking employment after graduation. More Information Prospective students and families are encouraged to visit campus and meet with faculty and students.