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You鈥檒l fit right in here. As a Calvin biology major, you鈥檒l learn more than just facts, data, and theories. You鈥檒l gain the critical thinking skills behind great science and learn how to apply them to many fields.

All biology programs aren鈥檛 the same. At 茄子视频, you鈥檒l learn from dedicated Christian professors known for high quality teaching, exceptional research projects, and integrating faith and science. You鈥檒l join a community that is striving to embody kindness, love, and hospitality in all its work and to embrace the full diversity of God鈥檚 good creation. You鈥檒l be encouraged to develop and contribute your gifts, and you鈥檒l be appreciated.

You鈥檒l also find a community of inquisitive students who will help you study and give you tips in the lab. Your faculty advisor will listen closely to your goals and help you craft a plan to achieve them. You鈥檒l make lifelong connections that you can count on for years to come.

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Off-campus Programs for Biology Students

Every year, Calvin biology students go on off-campus trips where they live and study abroad for a few weeks or even an entire semester. Here are just some of the places you might go. (Note that not every program is offered every year.)

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Life in Winter - Michigan

What are the effects of winter on human beings and other species who live in cold places? How can we thrive in winter鈥檚 challenges and capitalize on its unique opportunities?

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Dutch Sustainability: Is Orange the New Green?

When faced with sustainability challenges, the Dutch have always innovated their way towards a more stable and resilient environment.

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Cultural Ecology of New Zealand

The small island nation of New Zealand is one of the world鈥檚 most remote nations and the last major landmass to be settled by humans.

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Real-world research in your first year

A highlight of biology at Calvin is our phage research program for select first-year students. Learn how you can apply to do real-world research starting in your first semester on campus!

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Explore sustainability and conservation at Calvin

There are plenty of opportunities to dig into the real work of conservation and sustainability at Calvin.

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Plaster Creek Stewards

Explore, preserve, and restore the health and beauty of a local watershed in west Michigan.

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Ecosystem Preserve and Native Gardens

The preserve鈥檚 100+ acres of native plants and natural habitats offer boundless opportunities to explore and connect with nature.

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First-year Research at Lake Michigan Dunes

Investigate fascinating questions about Lake Michigan coastal dunes, and contribute to real-world conservation efforts.

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Biology Faculty

Crystal Barrett

Crystal Z Barrett

Lecturer, Pre-Medical and Pre-Dental Advisor for Biology Majors
616-526-8667
Ryan Bebej

Ryan Bebej

Associate Professor, Pre-Optometry and Biology-Neuroscience Advisor
616-526-7564
Erica Boldenow

Erica Boldenow

Associate Professor
616-526-6490
Julienne Brock

Julienne Brock

de Vries Postdoctoral Teaching Fellow
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Garrett Crow

Visiting Scholar
616-526-7643
Randall DeJong

Randall DeJong

Associate Professor, Environmental Core Fellow
616-526-7625
David Dornbos

David Dornbos

Professor
616-526-8578
Keith Grasman

Keith Grasman

Professor
616-526-6024
Betty Kliewer

Betty Gronsman

Plaster Creek Stewards Green Infrastructure Associate
616-526-6496
Arlene Hoogewerf

Arlene Hoogewerf

Dean for the School of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)
616-526-6442
Kevin Kane

Kevin Kane

Adjunct Professor
Lori Keen

Lori Keen

Lab Services Manager
616-526-6080
David Koetje

David Koetje

Professor, Biology Co-Chair, Faculty Senate Chair
616-526-7047
Hayley Weesies

Haley Kornoelje

Plaster Creek Stewards Project Coordinator
616-526-6496
William Miller

William Miller

Assistant Professor, Pre-Veterinary Advisor
616-526-8728
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Anding Shen

Professor
616-526-6025
Becca VandeGriend

Becca VandeGriend

Adjunct Professor
Dave Warners

Dave Warners

Professor, Plaster Creek Stewards Director
616-526-6820
John Wertz

John Wertz

Professor
616-526-7621
Amy Wilstermann

Amy Wilstermann

Professor, Biology Co-Chair, Honors Program Associate Director, Pre-Physician Assistant Advisor
616-526-7620

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