Biology

Biology Mission and Vision Statement

Mission:  Chadron State College biology program delivers experiences that foster scientifically-literate, knowledgeable, and engaged leaders and citizens in the High Plains region and beyond.

Vision:  Chadron State College biology program cultivates an understanding and application of scientific literacy through innovative learning experiences designed to explore the complexity of life.

Student Learning Outcomes

  1. Students will exhibit a strong knowledge base and the skills to be lifelong learners.
    • Students will exhibit a strong foundational knowledge to be able to acquire new information and apply scientific reasoning to critically evaluate information.
    • Students will apply logical reasoning and organizational skills to integrate new information into their functional knowledge base.
    • Students will integrate information from different scales of view and demonstrate understanding of components and emergent properties among different levels of living systems.
  2. Students will be prepared for their profession in the science discipline.
    • Students will articulate the interrelatedness of science, technology, and society, and effectively communicate scientific knowledge to a diverse audience.
    • Students will embody the professional characteristics appropriate for their chosen career.
    • Students will effectively utilize scientific inquiry and reasoning to address issues within their profession.