Our world faces real challenges related to human health and environmental sustainability. At Franklin College, we train our graduates to be true problem solvers by empowering them to think critically and creatively about complex systems.
Why Biology at Franklin College?
The Biology Department provides students with experiences that give them a first-hand understanding of how science really works and the ways in which science serves our world.
Students can select from a variety of specific tracks:
- Biomedical Sciences
- Pre-professional Programs (Pre-med, Pre-PA, Pre-Vet, and many more)
- Ecology and Conservation
Through engaging courses and practical experiences we help create graduates who:
- Understand key concepts central to modern biology
- Can apply the process of science by developing creative questions and executing thoughtful research
- Are prepared for graduate study and/or a productive career
As a biology major, you will…
- Experience engaging coursework taught by passionate professors
- Interact with professionals that are active in your field
- Immerse yourself in hands-on internships locally and abroad
- Connect daily with faculty advisors that know you and advocate for you
- Engage in your own research project with peers and professors
Supplement your core biology major with a pre-professional program.
Our pre-professional programs prepare you for your professional school placement tests and application processes under the guidance of an advisor.
Students best learn science by doing science.
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Choose Your Path
Students who choose to study biology at Franklin College can pursue a major in biology with three different tracks — Ecology and Conservation, Biomedical Science, Standard Biology.
In addition, we offer minors in Biology, Biochemistry and Environmental Science.
Our Stories
Student Opportunities
Internships
Biomedical
- Johnson Memorial Hospital (ER, Pediatrics, OB/GYN, Orthopedics)
- Riley Children’s Health
- Eli Lilly
- Expert Eyecare
- B2S Life Sciences
- Franklin Animal Clinic
- Sunovis Sheep Ranch
- University of Kentucky Cell Physiology Lab
Ecology & Conservation
- Central Indiana Land Trust
- Muscatatuck National Wildlife Refuge (USFWS)
- Indianapolis Zoo
- Utopia Wildlife Rehabilitation
- Cikana Fish Hatchery (Indiana DNR)
- Hardy Lake Raptor Recovery Center
- Osprey Wilds Environmental Center
- Gordon Ag Group
Grad and Law School Acceptances
- Indiana University School of Medicine
- Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine
- University of Notre Dame Biological Sciences Doctoral Program
- University of Illinois School of Veterinary Medicine
- University of Colorado School of Veterinary Medicine
- Marian University Biomedical Science Program
- Indiana University School of Dentistry
- Tufts University School of Dentistry
- Purdue University College of Pharmacy
- Butler University Physician Assistant Program
- Indiana University School of Optometry
Practical Experiences
Biology students have studied abroad in:
- Belize
- Morroco
- Spain
- Italy
- Uganda
- Japan
- Ghana
- Greece
- Senegal
- Costa Rica
- Ireland
- Guatemala
- Cuba
Want to explore your fit at Franklin College? Here are some next steps.
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Meet Our People
Meet the talented professionals who will guide you on your scientific journey.
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Ben O’Neal, Ph.D.
Professor of Biology, Chair of Biology Department -
Katharine Harris, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Biology -
Johnica Winter, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Biology; Deppe Endowed Chair of Pre-Medical Studies -
Michelle Marasco, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Biology -
Wendy Cain, Ph.D.
Visiting Assistant Professor of Biology -
Emily Galloway, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Biology
Department of Biology
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Hours
Monday - Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.