Department of Biology & Environmental Science

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Biology (BIO)

The programs of the Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences are designed to provide a background in the earth and life sciences within the context of a liberal arts education, and to prepare majors for occupational goals and advanced training. Courses serve students in the basic liberal arts program, those who plan to teach in elementary or secondary schools, and students who are interested in scientific research. The department offers two majors (Biology, Environmental Science and Sustainability), two minors (Biology, Environmental Studies), and a specialization in Watershed Science.

Associated Resources

National Center for Water Quality Research (Inquire with the Biological and Environmental Sciences chair)

Natural Areas

Heidelberg administers four natural areas which total nearly 100 acres and are an average distance of 15 miles from campus. In addition, state-managed river and marsh preserves are within a half-hour’s drive. Heidelberg’s natural areas represent four different types of woodlands. Two of these parcels, undisturbed for more than a century, were given to the University by two alumni, Paul Bartholomew and Wayne Funk. Also readily available to students for field study is Rock Creek, which flows through the main part of campus.

Belize

This class (spring vacation in alternate years) spends several days snorkeling in a variety of reef environments on the second longest barrier reef in the world. The trip also includes visits to several inland environments.

Internships

In recent years Heidelberg biology and environmental science majors have filled internships in a wide variety of situations. Local internship opportunities have included those provided by Waste Management, Inc., area departments of health, Ohio EPA, Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Sandusky River watershed coalition, Toledo Sight Center, hospitals and nursing homes and the National Center for Water Quality Research. Students have completed internships with the National Institutes of Health near Washington, DC and in programs with various universities and research facilities.

Environmental Science and Sustainability (ENV)

Associated Resources

National Center for Water Quality Research (Inquire with the Biological and Environmental Sciences chair)

Natural Areas

Heidelberg administers four natural areas which total nearly 100 acres and are an average distance of 15 miles from campus. In addition, state-managed river and marsh preserves are within a half-hour’s drive. Heidelberg’s natural areas represent four different types of woodlands. Two of these parcels, undisturbed for more than a century, were given to the University by two alumni, Paul Bartholomew and Wayne Funk. Also readily available to students for field study is Rock Creek, which flows through the main part of campus.

Belize

This class (spring vacation in alternate years) spends several days snorkeling in a variety of reef environments on the second longest barrier reef in the world. The trip also includes visits to several inland environments.

Internships

In recent years Heidelberg biology and environmental science majors have filled internships in a wide variety of situations. Local internship opportunities have included those provided by Waste Management, Inc., area departments of health, Ohio EPA, Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Sandusky River watershed coalition, Toledo Sight Center, hospitals and nursing homes and the National Center for Water Quality Research. Students have completed internships with the National Institutes of Health near Washington, DC and in programs with various universities and research facilities.

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