Public Service, & Leaderships Studies

Kentucky resident students may be accepted to the veterinary medicine schools of Auburn University and Tuskegee University. (At the time of publication of this Catalogue, the Council had contracted for 36 entering spaces annually: 34 at Auburn and two at Tuskegee.)

Students accepted under the regional plan are relieved of the obligation of paying out-of-state fees, and their expenses are identical to those of in-state students. Formal applications must be filed through the Council on Postsecondary Education, which re-views these applications and submits those selected to Auburn or Tuskegee for admission approval. Any student interested in veterinary medicine should have completed 80 semester credit hours of pre-professional training with a minimum grade-point average of 2.5; however, preference is given to those students who have satisfied the requirements for a baccalaureate degree. Interested students should consult the Chairperson of the School of Natural Sciences.

BIOLOGY

Biology is the scientific study of living systems. The Bachelor of Science in biology curriculum includes the study of organismal diversity, cell biology, physiology, genetics, evolution, and ecology. Students are encouraged to master basic principles of scientific inquiry while familiarizing themselves with the traditional aspects of a sound liberal education.

The School of Natural Sciences offers programs leading to the Bachelor of Science degree in Biology with four options: General Biology, Pre-Professional, Biotechnology, and Specialization in Biology Education. Details on the former may be found elsewhere in this Catalogue in the sub-section on the School of Education of the College of Professional Studies section. A minor in Biology is also offered.

Major in Biology

The Bachelor of Science in Biology at Kentucky State University offers a curriculum that prepares students for post-baccalaureate programs in many possible career fields including medicine, pharmacy, physical therapy, dental, education, veterinary medicine, environmental science, or graduate school. Our recently revised biotechnology option provides students with practical lab skills and knowledge for the potential of new discoveries in medicine, agriculture, anthropology, and the natural world. Incoming students who desire to pursue a biology degree option should declare a Pre-Biology major and work with their advisor to ensure that they are selecting the option and electives that will meet their desired career. Once a student has completed BIO 111, CHE 101/110, and MAT 115 with a "C" or better, he may request in writing with a major change form or a letter to the chairperson of the School of Natural Science to convert to a Biology major. Following verification of the successful completion of these courses, the student will be designated as a Biology major. Both Pre-Biology and Biology majors are to be advised by Biology advisors.

Bachelor of Science in Biology Options: All options requirements can be met in 120 credits hours with the exception of the Requirements for General Option

I. BIO Core Classes

II. BIO 3/4XX Electives (Select Four)

• * Meets Liberal Studies Requirements, other courses are not necessary.

Requirements for Pre-Professional Option

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