In addition to classroom instruction, our curriculum emphasizes firsthand observation and experimentation in both the laboratory and field. Close collaboration between faculty and undergraduate students on research that spans a broad range of biological subdisciplines further distinguishes the biology program at Occidental. After studying the evolutionary unity, diversity, and complexity of biological systems, our students are prepared for a variety of postgraduate options, including medicine, public health, environmental science, education, and graduate work in the sciences.

“Nothing in biology makes sense except in the light of evolution.” —Theodosius Dobzhansky

The Biology Department would like to recognize these seniors for their hard work and dedication over the years and would like to congratulate them on receiving the Honors distinction in their studies.

Jacob Valk, Danielle Christopher, Karen Medina, Madhvi Venkatraman, Thuy Hua, Utsav Patwardhan