Biology (Pre-Nursing)

Program Level: Pre-Majors/Transfer
Department: Sciences
Institute: Health & Biosciences
College: PAC

What is the biology (pre-nursing) program?

With the increasing complexities of our modern world, the biological sciences will most certainly be at the forefront of scientific research, solving today’s problems while developing a thorough understanding of our past. Biologists look at our world through molecular biology, genetics, and microbiology as well as organismal biology and ecology.  

Biology (Pre-Nursing) Program Objectives

  • To present students with scientific methodology and fundamental principles of biology
  • To provide students a broad foundation in preparation for professional careers

Biology (Pre-Nursing) Career Areas & Employment Positions

  • Medicine
  • Dentistry
  • Physician assistant
  • Optometry
  • Pharmacy
  • Biotechnology
  • Industry
  • Education
  • Government
  • Research
  • Veterinary medicine 
Degrees Offered

Contact Information

Sara Wilkins
Department Chair

Location:
Brazos Hall (BRAZOS 119)

Phone:
210-486-3392

Dr. Jerrod Butcher
Associate Professor

Location:
Brazos Hall (BRAZOS 108)

Phone:
210-486-3373

 

 

Brad Chandler
Professor of Biology

Location:
Brazos Hall (BRAZOS 118)

Phone:
210-486-3384

Linda Ibarra-Gonzales
Professor of Biology

Location:
Frio Hall (FRIO 104)

Phone:
210-486-3379

 

 

Robert Leal
Assistant Professor of Biology

Location:
Frio Hall (FRIO 109B)

Phone:
210-486-3382

Dr. Robert Miranda
Associate Professor of Biology

Location:
Brazos Hall (BRAZOS 114)

Phone:
210-486-3380

 

 

Dr. Lance Sandberg
Assistant Professor of Biology

Location:
Frio Hall (FRIO 102)

Phone:
210-486-3389

Dr. Jessica Humann
Assistant Professor of Biology

Location:
Brazos Hall, Rm. 106

Phone:
(210) 486-3374

 

 

Dr. Alison Clark
Instructor of Biology

Location:
Brazos Hall, Rm. 216A

Dr. Ernesto Perez
Instructor of Biology

Location:
Brazos Hall, Rm. 216A

 

 

 

Ismael Torres
Instructor of Biology

Location:
Frio Hall, Rm. 109A

Phone:
(210) 486-3381