Department of Biology

From investigating genes and cells to studying ecosystems, we emphasize a strong foundation in biology that includes practical classroom, laboratory and field experiences.

Both programs benefit from Hood’s graduate programs in biomedical science and environmental biology; seniors have opportunities to take advanced elective courses that are generally not offered at small liberal arts colleges.

Graduates have expressed that this provides a real head start for graduate school, medical school and the job market.

Upcoming Events 

Workshop for Hood EDUC Students STEM 101 

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN

TEACHING IN STEM DISCIPLINES?

COULD A SCHOLARSHIP HELP YOU COMPLETE YOUR FOUR-YEAR DEGREE AND TEACHING CERTIFICATION?

HOOD’S NSTEP PROGRAM (NOYCE STEM TEACHER EDUCATION PARTNERSHIP) PROVIDES AN AVERAGE OF $18,000 PER YEAR SCHOLARSHIPS FOR YOUR FINAL TWO YEARS. *

 WANT MORE INFORMATION?

APPLY FOR STEM 101, A THREE-DAY INTRODUCTION TO TEACHING STEM SUBJECTS IN HIGH-NEEDS SCHOOL DISTRICTS.

WHEN:            January 18-20, 2022

WHERE:         Hood College Virtual Classroom on Zoom

WHAT:             Learn about teaching in STEM, explore culturally relevant teaching practices and take part in virtual field trips to see these ideas in action. Receive professional strategies and daily giveaways for your future classroom use.

COSTS:           FREE  (First 10 participants will receive a robot giveaway worth over $50)

TO APPLY:      Email nstep@hood.edu with your name, contact information, and a brief (one paragraph) statement of why you are interested in the STEM 101 workshop.

QUESTIONS:  Contact us at nstep@hood.edu for questions or more information. www.hood.edu/nstep

* A teaching commitment of two years in a high-needs school district is required for every yearof scholarship support you receive.

Spring 2022 Seminar Series 

Unless noted, seminars are held from 1:00-1:50 pm (EST) via Zoom. Open to all Hood undergraduate students, graduate students, faculty, and staff. If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Dahewan Kim kimd@hood.edu. 

Seminar recordings can be found by clicking on the title of the seminar. You must be logged into Blackboard. 

https://zoom.us/j/2661521685?pwd=UDJLRG9VTmZlTEhtMVdLeWJpdURLdz09
Meeting ID: 266 152 1685
Passcode: 494161