The Georgetown Biology Experience
Our biology programs go beyond education in the biological sciences, challenging students to engage with research, societal impact, and themes of inclusion and accessibility.
About Us
The Georgetown Biology Experience
Our biology programs go beyond education in the biological sciences, challenging students to engage with research, societal impact, and themes of inclusion and accessibility.
About Us
Our Academic Ethos
Our programs are designed to provide the finest education in biological principles and their applications.
Our Pedagogy & Learning Goals
Our Programs
Our undergraduate program provides students with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in professional settings, as citizens, and as caretakers of life on Earth. Our graduate program offers students of diverse backgrounds the opportunity to conduct intensive research in the biological sciences and contribute to the broader scientific community.
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Our seminar series has been a token of dedication from faculty and guest speakers that can enrich and can help inspire future biologists.
Our Publications
Our programs are designed to provide the finest education in biological principles and their application.
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Our Dissertations
Explore and examine the breadth of hard work of our students in becoming experts in their careers.
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News Archive
News Story
Biology Department Grad Wins Distinguished Dissertation Award
This spring, the Biology Department is proud to share that Biology Doctoral Program Graduate Dr. Vaughn Shirey (‘23) has received the 2025 Harold N. Glassman Distinguished Dissertation Award…
April 29, 2025
News Story
Biology Grad Student Wins Fulbright Scholarship
The Biology Department is thrilled to announce that graduate student Henry Stevens has been awarded a U.S Fulbright Scholarship for the 2025-2026 academic year. After defending his…
April 26, 2025
News Story
Reis Lab Work Featured in Science, The New York Times
This month, the Reis Lab is proud to announce their role in publishing twenty years of data on US butterfly population trends. The group managed an online platform that 35 different butterfly…
March 12, 2025
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The Department of Biology would like to wish you all health and safety during this challenging time.
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