Biological and Health Sciences
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Dr. Kate Beishline
Chair
Biological and Health Sciences
117 Hartline Science Center
Bloomsburg
Commonwealth University's Department of Biological and Health Sciences hosts a range of specialties from molecular biology to ecology, from cell biology to whole organisms, from microbes to animals and plants along with in-demand health science programs. Courses are taught by Ph.D. faculty with extensive research experience who emphasize hands-on learning, practical skills, and critical thinking. Small classes allow individual attention and encourage participation.
Department Information
The Department of Biological and Health Sciences is part of the College of Health, Science and Technology
Majors
UNDERGRADUATE
- Biology (B.A.)
- Natural History
- Biology (B.S.)
- Cellular Biology and Molecular Genomics
- Ecology and Environmental Conservation
- Fisheries
- Marine Biology
- Biomedical Sciences (B.S.)
- Medical Genomics and Counseling
- Medical Laboratory Science
- Pre-Medical Sciences
- Pre-Pharmacy
- Pre-Physical Therapy
- Pre-Physician Assistant
- Health Science (B.S.)
- Applied Health Studies
- Pre-Athletic Training
- Pre-Athletic Training 3+2
- Pre-Occupational Therapy
- Pre-Physical Therapy
- Pre-Physical Therapy 3+3
- Pre-Physician Assistant
- Pre-Physician Assistant 3+2
- Pre-Professional (name change)
- Public Health Education
- Healthcare Professions (A.A.S.)
- Medical Imaging (B.S.)
- Nutrition (B.S.)
- Dietetics
- Sports Nutrition
- Radiologic Technology (A.A.S.)
- Respiratory Care (B.S.)
GRADUATE
Minors
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Faculty and Staff
Leadership & Support
- Dr. Kate Beishline Department Chair | Bloomsburg
- Amy Hettinger, Clerical Support | Bloomsburg
- Tammy Kohler, Clerical Support | Mansfield
Faculty
BLOOMSBURG CAMPUS
- Dr. Kristen Brubaker
- Dr. Bill Coleman
- Dr. Clay Corbin
- Dr. Hilary Debardeleben
- Dr. Lauri Green
- Dr. Abby Hare-Harris
- Dr. Karl Henry
- Dr. Angela Hess
- Dr. John Hranitz
- Dr. Candice Klingerman
- Dr. Jennifer Peteya
- Dr. Steven Rier
- Dr. Jennifer Venditti
- Dr. Kevin Williams
- Dr. Marianna Wood
LOCK HAVEN CAMPUS
- Dr. Jennifer Bandura
- Dr. Heather Bechtold
- Dr. Joseph Calabrese
- Dr. Jennifer Deitloff
- Dr. Carina Howell
- Dr. Amy Kutay
- Dr. Barrie Overton
- Dr. Steven Seiler
- Dr. Daniel Spooner
MANSFIELD CAMPUS
Leadership & Support
- Dr. Kate Beishline Department Chair | Bloomsburg
Faculty
LOCK HAVEN CAMPUS
- Dr. Kathleen Allison
- Dr. Katherine Fiegel
- Dr. Daniel Gales
- Dr. Yvette Ingram
- Dr. Jeanine Page
- Dr. Michael Porter
- Dr. Jody Russell
- Dr. Frederick Schulze
- Dr. Stephen Streator
- Dr. Amy Way
- Dr. Louis Widmann
MANSFIELD CAMPUS
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