From our campus location on Sarasota Bay to our subtropical climate to our outstanding biology facilities and faculty, you will find opportunities to work beside renowned professors who will immerse you in rigorous studies while giving you the opportunity to conduct advanced research as an undergraduate.
About the Biology Area of Concentration
A concentration in Biology begins with course work in a two-semester sequence (Foundations of Biology 1 and 2), which may be taken in any order. A well-rounded biologist will build on basic concepts with study in three core levels of organization: molecular/cellular biology, organismal biology, and ecology/evolution. Course offerings supplemented by tutorials allow students to accomplish this in seven contracts. Additional coursework in the other Natural Science disciplines is also required.
Two additional Biology elective courses will ensure students are well-rounded biologists and receive training in multiple areas to assist their thesis research and future goals. In the current curriculum, molecular and cellular courses include Genetics, Developmental Biology, Microbiology, Neurobiology, and Cellular Biology. Organismal biology is represented by course offerings, including Organismic Biology, Botany, Entomology, Fish Biology, Invertebrate Zoology, Plant Physiology, and the Biology of Sharks, Skates, and Rays. Ecology/evolution is represented by course offerings including Ecology, Forest Ecology, Biology of Urbanization, Evolution and Animal Behavior.
“I chose to attend New College because it will prepare me for the challenges of medical school and the practice of medicine and medical research itself.”
Saurav Kiri
Biology Student and Archimedes Scholar
Featured Course
Florida Natural History
BIOL 3115Recent Courses
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Career Outcomes
New College graduates from the Biology program have earned prestigious Fulbright awards, attended medical school and doctoral programs, and pursued careers in pharmaceutical research, biosciences, and software development. Fields that fit well with a Biology degree include:
Bioinformatics- Biotechnology
- Dentistry
- Medicine
- Physiology
- Science Policy
- Zoology
- Environmental Sciences
- Veterinary Sciences
Pre-Health Program
In an effort to share valuable resources and create strong connections between students, the Pre-Health program is designed for students interested in pursuing a career in healthcare and medicine, and includes Pre-Med, Pre-Vet, Pre-Dental, and Pre-Pharmaceutical. Pre-Health Professional ProgramContact Us
Biology Faculty
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Dr. Amy Clore Professor of Biology
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Erika Díaz Almeyda Assistant Professor of Biology and Environmental Studies -
Dr. Kristopher Fennie Associate Professor of Epidemiology Co-Director of Health Cultures and Societies -
Dr. Jayne M. Gardiner Associate Professor of Biology -
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Dr. Elizabeth C. Leininger Associate Professor of Biology -
Tyrone Ryba Associate Professor of Bioinformatics -
Dr. Athena Rycyk Assistant Professor of Biology and Marine Science
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Alfred Beulig Emeritus Professor of Biology
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Dr. Elzie McCord Jr. Emeritus Professor of Biology