Biology for life, health & cure
An exciting discipline at the foundation of life sciences — Biology at Jackson State prepares students for careers in basic science research, medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, biotechnology, environmental and marine sciences, and many health-related professions.
An integral part of CSET
The Department of Biology is an integral component of the vibrant and esteemed College of Science, Engineering and Technology at Jackson State University — the urban university of Mississippi.
Biology is the basic science of life and the foundation of life-science studies. Biological sciences study programs and preparations are integral to specific health professions and careers. Courses in Biology serve as stepping stones for students preparing for careers in basic science research, medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, biotechnology, environmental and marine sciences, and many health-related professions.
- Department
- Biology
- Programs
- Undergraduate · Graduate
- Location
- John A. Peoples Science Building, Room 335
- Phone
- (601) 979-2586
From molecular structures to whole ecosystems
Students gain a diverse education in biology, learning to work from molecular structures in the lab to ecosystems in the outdoors. The Department has a cadre of highly qualified and committed faculty and staff providing "deep quality" education and training in Biology and Biology-related disciplines.
In consonance with the goals of the College of Science, Engineering & Technology (CSET) and the University, the Department is committed to a higher level of excellence in the quality, diversity, and significance of its curriculum and programs of study. The overarching goal is to prepare students for careers in basic sciences, medical and biomedical sciences, biotechnology, bioinformatics, marine and environmental sciences, public health, and other health professions.
Learn by doing. Time will be spent collecting and analyzing data or running experiments using state-of-the-art equipment — not solely sitting at desks.
- Education Range
- Molecular to ecosystem scale
- Approach
- Deep quality education and training
- Equipment
- State-of-the-art laboratory tools
- Career Prep
- Biomedical · biotechnology · marine · environmental · health
“Biology for Life, Health and Cure.”
Department of BiologyWhat our graduates leave with
After completing the program, students understand basic biological principles, think logically and communicate clearly within the field and to other researchers, become conscious of social problems relevant to life sciences, and are prepared for careers in:
Undergraduate & graduate programs
Two structured curriculum paths — an undergraduate program built around foundational biology and a graduate program for advanced research and specialization.
Graduation coordinators
Students applying for graduation contact the appropriate coordinator below based on program level.
Dr. LaDonnya Drummond
Undergraduate Students
Biology Academic Advisement Coordinator — undergraduate students contact Dr. Drummond to apply for graduation.
Dr. Carolyn Howard
Graduate Students
Biology Graduate Coordinator — graduate students contact Dr. Howard to apply for graduation.
For coordinator office hours and direct contact, call the department at (601) 979-2586 or email biologydept@jsums.edu.
Where Biology majors go
Biology graduates pursue a wide range of careers across the life sciences, medicine, environmental science, and allied health.
Student support & references
Faculty & staff
Meet the faculty, office staff, and personnel who make up the Department of Biology.
Ready to join?
For more information, call (601) 979-2586 or email biologydept@jsums.edu. We look forward to meeting with you.
Contact the Department of Biology
John A. Peoples Science Building, Room 335
Jackson State University
1400 J.R. Lynch Street, P.O. Box 18540
Jackson, MS 39217