Department of Biological and Health Sciences

The Biological and Health Sciences Department includes Biology, Conservation and Ecological Health, Health Science, Neuroscience, and Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (offered jointly with the Chemistry Department).

Together, these five majors share a core curriculum designed to introduce you to the underpinnings of biological and health sciences and teach you how to read, write, produce, and speak about science. With this firm foundation, you will be well-positioned to enter the workforce or pursue further education.

Opportunities and Activites for Majors

  • Internships
  • Student staff Positions
  • Student-led Clubs
  • Domestic and Abroad Programs
  • Awards and Scholarships
  • Research
  • Honors

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Meet Our FacultyMeet Our Faculty Biological and Health Sciences Faculty

BHS Faculty serve all majors in the department. Several of our majors also partner with faculty from other departments. View all the BHS Faculty and Staff to see the full listing of faculty who teach in our department.

Open Faculty Positions

Currently there are two open faculty positions in the BHS program. One is for Visiting Assistant Professor-Neuroscience and the other for Assistant Professor-Nutritional Science. Find out more about these positions.

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Location and Contact Info

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Meyer Science Center

430 Howard St,
Wheaton, IL 60187

630.752.5008
biology@wheaton.edu

Information for Prospective Students

Interested in studying with the Biological and Health Sciences Department at Wheaton? Request more information or start your application today.