Majors and Minor

The mission of the Genomics and Bioinformatics department is to expand students' understanding of biology to incorporate bioinformatic and genomic methods for asking questions, collecting data, and solving problems.

Students who participate in the program will: 1) pursue careers of their choosing that use their interdisciplinary training; 2) analyze complex datasets to discern patterns and detect connections between seemingly unrelated biological events; and 3) communicate complex, data-rich information clearly and concisely.

Genomics Minor

The genomics interdisciplinary minor fulfills National Research Council recommendations to provide undergraduates with a strong foundation in biological, mathematical, physical and information sciences. The diverse academic background provided by this interdisciplinary minor in the context of a liberal arts education will help prepare students of all majors for exciting fields such as drug discovery, pharmaceutical industry, biomedical sciences, patent law, and ethics.

Genomic or Bioinformatics Interdisciplinary Major

You may also apply for a genomics or bioinformatics major through the Center for Interdisciplinary Studies.