The field of molecular biology has an impact on almost every other area of study in the biological sciences, and its development has led to expanded graduate and professional programs. The Molecular Biology curriculum will provide undergraduate students with a fundamental knowledge of the principles and practices inherent in the rapidly advancing field of molecular biology in preparation for industry research, graduate school or the health professions. The Biology program is designed to promote academic excellence through close interactions between faculty and students in the classroom, the research laboratory, and the field.