Department of Biological & Chemical Sciences

While at Kansas Wesleyan, students can participate in Beta Beta Beta National Biological Honors Society and the KWU Biology Club. Through these clubs, KWU students gain valuable experience with established professionals, engage and increase community awareness about a variety of biological topics, and have the opportunity to participate in local, national and international field trips.

The KWU Iota Eta Chapter of the Beta Beta Beta Biological Honor Society is part of a national organization that promotes outstanding academic accomplishments in the field of biology. Student members can apply for grants, conduct research, and present their findings at regional and national conferences.

The KWU Biology Club is open to any student interested in biology. Each semester, the club sponsors guest speakers and members go on biology-related field trips. It also holds various fund raisers, including selling self-designed t-shirts. In addition, the club hosts biology-related movie nights and gets frightened at haunted corn mazes for stress relief!

The Chemistry Club is a gathering of students who enjoy all areas of science but enjoy a particular affinity for chemistry. Our club is involved in spreading our love of science through events such as the Science Olympiad, demonstrations within the community and hosting laboratory days for younger school children. We are also involved with the local branch of the Lions Club providing support for our community through fundraising events.

In addition to studying the nuts and bolts of chemistry, you will get hands-on lab experience and opportunities to conduct research and work or intern at Salina Regional Health Center or one of the local environmental and medical testing labs. You will also receive personal guidance from faculty members who will help you choose the right career from the many available to hardworking chemistry graduates.

There are many opportunities for undergraduates to conduct research through government-funded programs and various grants. Please contact department faculty for more information.