About two-thirds of Westminster s Biology graduates go on to graduate or professional school. In addition to medical, dental, and optometry, Biology graduates pursue programs in pharmacology, botany, cell physiology, genetics, environmental science, marine biology, and molecular biology. The biology department is proud of the success its graduates have achieved in graduate schools across the country. The department consists of seven full-time members, all of whom are eager to teach in the areas of Biology. Each student in the Biology major has an adviser who is one of the Biology faculty members.
Students meet regularly with their advisers to discuss academic programs and progress.
Faculty advisers are prepared and eager to assist and support Westminster students. Monika Becker, department chair Ph.D., Case Western Reserve University. Joseph M. Balczon Ph.D., The Pennsylvania University. Teaches courses in community ecology, microbiology, environmental science, foundations and microbial ecology. Research interests are in microbial ecology, specifically how ciliated protozoa may affect the structure of benthic algal communities.