The Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences offers four-year programs leading to a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Science, Biology Education, Clinical Laboratory Science, Environmental Science, Environmental Science Education, and Radiologic Technology. Information concerning graduate work in the Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences can be found in the Graduate School section of this catalog.
The purpose of the Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences parallels the purposes of the College of Science and the University.
The purposes of the department are reflected in the following:
(1) preparing students for advanced study in graduate or professional schools.
(2) providing graduates with skills required for employment in the discipline of their choice.
(3) advancing knowledge through scientific research.
(4)serving the community in matters relating to biological and environmental concerns.
(5) serving scientific disciplines through professional activities, and
(6) providing the instructional service to students in other areas of study within the University.
Students who complete the program are prepared for a wide variety of careers in business, industry, and government. The program also prepares students to enter graduate programs in environmental science or related fields.
The Environmental Science program provides individuals with the essential background for understanding and working with the protection, monitoring, and conservation of the environment.
McNeese State University
Biological & Environmental Sciences
PO Box 92000
Lake Charles, LA 70690-2000
http://www.ensc.mcneese.edu
Dr. Bruce Wyman
(337) 475-5669
wyman@mcneese.edu
