Biological Sciences

Biological Sciences

Our Vision

The Department of Biological Sciences at CSU, Chico is committed to becoming Northern California’s premier facility for the education of students, the creation of insightful researchers, skilled professionals, and knowledgeable citizens who will have the capacity to meet biological challenges of the future and will continue to contribute towards our understanding of life.

Our Mission

To prepare biology majors for the next step in their careers; to educate and train the next generation of biological scientists; to provide all students at CSU, Chico with an opportunity to learn how science is done and to learn about important, significant, and relevant biological knowledge needed by citizens; to contribute to the expansion of our knowledge about biology; and, to serve as a resource of biological expertise for the campus and surrounding community.

Biological Sciences
Dr. Kris Blee, Chair
Holt Hall, Room 285
California State University, Chico
Chico, CA 95929-515
530-898-5356

Biology Virtual Career Fair

The Department of Biology is pleased to offer our 2021 Virtual Career Fair, with about 20 different employers participating from all over the North State and beyond. Browse through the slides to learn about potential job and internship opportunities and then check out their webpages and contact information to learn more.

Biology Virtual Career Fair(opens in new window)

 

Chico State Mathematics and Science Teacher Initiative (MSTI)

Are you interested in becoming a math or science teacher? Apply for the Chico State MSTI program and get a leg up! Program scholarships are also available.

Student Achievements

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Congratulations to our Chico State Biology Graduate and Undergrad Students on their amazing achievements!

Student Achievements

FISHBIO and Aquatic Ecology - Snorkel School!

Check out an exciting collaboration between environmental consulting firm FISHBIO, and our Chico State Aquatic Ecology class taught by Dr. Mandy Banet.

Snorkel School Article

Snorkel School Video 

Saving the Salmon

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Funded by a five-year, $16.2 million grant by the US Bureau of Reclamation, Chico State has joined more than a half dozen local and statewide agencies with one collaborative goal: Save the Chinook salmon.

Saving the Chinook Salmon