Here you will find a collection of news, information and updates for College of Biological Sciences undergraduate students.
This course is appropriate for students interested in a variety of health professions and is being taught by Dr. Ian MacFarlane, a professor in the Genetic Counseling program.
The Lane research group is looking for 1-2 undergraduate student(s) to engage in an independent study in the Fall 2020 semester conducting discipline based education research. The number of hours/credits is flexible. Because of the topic of the work, this research would be ideal for a student who is considering applying for life science graduate programs in the United States during the next 1-2 years; however, this is not a requirement and may be of broad interest to students who want to learn qualitative research skills. The student(s) would be directly mentored by Dr.
Want to make progress on your career planning but are overwhelmed with where to start? Consider registering for Biology 2001! This one-credit pass/fail course provides students structure to engage in career decision-making and planning while breaking down the process into manageable steps.
Consider this course if you want to explore career options in the biological sciences, prepare for job or internship applications or want to organize your graduate school or job application process. Learn more
The seminar will provide students and faculty an opportunity to explore the art of photojournalism and/or documentary photography. Students and faculty will take photographs on the University campus or the surrounding neighborhoods and then each person will assemble their photographs into a coherent essay. The seminar will include social themes, and will have a strong writing component, as well as the obvious focus on photography.
Requirements: Undergraduate student with an interest in photography
Are you a recent CBS alumni (2019-2020) or a current student looking for a job or internship? COVID-19 presents new challenges. Join this group online for guidance! The group meets four Mondays in July (7/6, 7/13, 7/20, 7/27) from 10 -11 a.m. CT
The CHI Undergraduate Scholarship, sponsored by the Office for Business & Community Economic Development (OBCED) with funding from Medica, supports full-time undergraduate students who are pursuing a health-related career and who show academic promise and financial need. Students must be currently enrolled at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities Campus and must demonstrate maturity, adaptability, and respect for diversity and other cultures. The CHI Undergraduate Scholarship is administered by the Multicultural Center for Academic Excellence (MCAE).
The Biosafety Level 3 (BSL-3) Program is hiring a student to support routine tasks within biocontainment research facilities on campus. This position requires basic skills needed to work in a laboratory environment and training will be provided.
For more information please search for job ID 335942 at the following link: z.umn.edu/workforthebsl3program
Four graduating seniors majoring in Genetics, Cell Biology and Development were welcomed as members of Phi Beta Kappa this year. The graduates named to the society include:
Divya Alley