Department of Biological Sciences

We provide a supportive and dynamic educational experience for our undergraduate and graduate students. The Department currently offers graduate training leading to a Ph.D. degree in Integrative Biology and the Master's of Science (MS) degree in Biological Sciences. A new one-year Master’s of Science (MS) program is now available with a concentration in Biomedical Sciences.

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Michael Connick (Biology Pre-Med Major, Class of 2022) — “What brought me to UNO was the small campus size, the small class size, as well as the active role that the teachers play in teaching their students and the research opportunities here in the biology department.” ~Michael Connick (Biology Pre-Med Major)

About Biological Sciences

Welcome to the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of New Orleans! At UNO, undergraduate education in the biological sciences prepares students for various careers. Our courses are designed for the development of a new generation of research biologists, educators, physicians, dentists, and veterinarians with B.S. degrees in Biological Sciences. We encourage our biology majors to participate in the ongoing research efforts of the faculty. While doing so, students earn credits for biology and general electives which will count towards graduation; please see courses numbered BIOS 2002, 2092, 3092, and 4091 in the general catalogue.

Biology Degree Programs

Biological Sciences B.S.

Biological Sciences M.S.

Integrative Biology Ph.D.

Pre-Professional Programs

Biology Alumnus

Jacob Frick has been researching cyanobacteria with mentor Dr. Wendy Schluchter, chair of the University of New Orleans Department of Biological Sciences. Thanks to UNO's support of undergraduate research, Jacob is #UNOPROUD to be pursuing a career in scientific exploration.

Our Faculty

Dr. Wendy Schluchter is Department Chair and can answer questions related to the department in general and the undergraduate program. Dr. Bernard Rees is the graduate coordinator and can address questions regarding the graduate programs. Our full-time faculty, instructors, and adjuncts have research and teaching expertise ranging from molecular genetics, to animal and plant physiology, biochemistry, conservation biology, population biology, community ecology, ichthyology, systematics, and much more. Please explore our web pages to learn more.

New Approaches Engage Students in Math and Science Classes

A grant from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute has enabled the University of New Orleans to launch several student-focused initiatives in the STEM areas. The biology department offers student-led supplemental instruction classes while the math department takes advantage of an upgraded teaching computer lab.