Research is at the core of who we are as a department 和 we are committed to preparing our students for careers in research, 医学, 和 the sciences by engaging them in our own active research projects, both in independent studies 和 in classroom laboratory work. Active involvement in the real process of science teaches students to think critically 和 apply what they have learned across disciplines to solve novel problems — skills that are essential to every career, as well as to being engaged citizens.
This research is done in the context of our shared Christian faith. This faith influences our dialogs on faith 和 science issues, 和 is core to why we chose to be scientists working as educators--preparing students to most effectively engage 和 resolve problems to help those in need.
To our students: we feel blessed with the opportunity to spend four years of your life focused on your education. This comes with a heavy responsibility to use what you learn to help others. Whether your career takes you into the medical field, 研究科学, or some other biology-related field, you will find both the technical expertise 和 the caring guidance from the faculty at SPU that will allow you to hone your talents 和 apply them in service to the larger world — while at SPU 和 long after you leave.
卡拉Wall-Scheffler 和 珍妮Tenlen
Co-Chairs, Department of Biology