Lakehead University: Department of Biology: Home Page

Faculty and students in the Department of Biology are bound together by a common interest in explaining the diversity of life, the fit between form and function, and the distribution and abundance of organisms. We aim to advance knowledge through exciting, innovative research in lab and field, engage students in research and learning, participate actively in national and international scientific societies and initiatives, involve our community in the science of biology, and share knowledge freely through dedicated and effective teaching.

The Department of Biology is located in the Centennial Building (right) overlooking the picturesque man-made Lake Tamblyn and the McIntyre River (below) which meanders throughout the campus. Teaching and research labs are housed on the 3rd floor and faculty and administrative assistant offices are on the 4th floor.

Department of Biology

Lakehead University

955 Oliver Road

Thunder Bay ON CANADA

P7B 5E1

Biology Chair: Dr. David Law

CB 4018

(807) 343-8277

dlaw@lakeheadu.ca

Administrative Assistant: Eleanor Maunula

CB 4026

(807) 343-8460 eleanor.maunula@lakeheadu.ca

Fax: (807) 346-7796

Office of Admissions and Recruitment

(Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan residents)

1-800-465-3959

(all other locations)

(807) 343-8500

admissions@lakeheadu.ca

The undergraduate curriculum stresses central aspects of biology required for a balanced education, namely, form and function, cell and molecular biology, genetics and evolution, biodiversity, systematics, ecology and environmental biology. Students are enthusiastically supported in their quest for a career in any of several biological disciplines, the health-related fields, in teaching or in research.

The Department of Biology provides a sound education for the needs of both science-based, professional career students and those who wish to understand the complexity of the living world and apply that knowledge in a specific way. The Department offers undergraduate, masters, and doctoral level programs structured to fulfill various interests.

Students considering a career in the health-related fields, and those who are contemplating a career in science as researchers and educators at the MSc and PhD level, are advised to register in one of the following programs, depending on one's specific interest, Honours BSc (Biology Major), BSc (Joint Major in Biology and Chemistry) or the HBESc (Environmental Studies and Biology Majors).

The BSc (Natural Science Major) is viewed as a terminal degree in biology; it will appeal to those who may not wish to pursue the career-scientist route but may wish to apply a basic knowledge of biology to their chosen career. An interest in biology can also be pursued in combination with Outdoor Recreation (HBOR/BSc Natural Science) and Education (HBSc Biology/BEd and BSc Natural Science/BEd).