Natural History (Minor)
The minor in Natural History provides a foundation in the natural sciences to individuals, who although may be interested in specializing in majors outside the sciences, wish to prepare to work at a natural history institution.
- Degrees & Offerings
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- Minor
- Location
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- Bloomsburg
- Lock Haven
- Mansfield
- Department
- Program Contact
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Associate Professor of Biology & Chair of the Biological and Health Sciences Department
Natural history institutions (e.g. Nature Centers, Parks, Zoos, Museums, Aquaria) employ a diverse workforce. They need specialists in information technology, accounting, law enforcement, communication, and human resources. However, all these specialists need to know fundamental natural history in order to effectively interact with staff and materials to contribute to the mission of the organization. Graduates with skills in technology, business, and communications, who know and understand natural history, are the most common request we receive from these potential employers. This minor is meant to fill this need and can be added to any complementing major degree program.
Course Delivery Format
Bloomsburg
Face-to-Face
Online
Hybrid
Lock Haven
Face-to-Face
Online
Hybrid
Mansfield
Face-to-Face
Online
Hybrid
Clearfield
Face-to-Face
Online
Hybrid
Students interested in the Natural History Minor should consult their advisor for information on course requirements. More information will be added to this page when available.
Courses and Curriculum
Upon completion of this minor students will be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge of core concepts in biology and how it relates to natural history
- Demonstrate the ability to apply critical, analytical, and integrative thinking
- Demonstrate skill using appropriate scientific methods and instruments
- Clearly communicate ideas and theories related to natural history in both written and oral form.
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