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 WELCOME TO THE DEPARTMENT OF BIOLOGY MASTERS DEGREE PROGRAM The Biology Department Program at the University of Akron invites applications for Spring 2007 and Fall 2008 for Master's work in Biology, and PhD studies in Integrated Bioscience. Full support through teaching assistantships is available. Applications and further information are available at http://www.uakron.edu/biology/.
The University of Akron is a state university located in the heart of Akron, Ohio, next to the scenic Cuyahoga Valley National Park (CVNP). The Biology Department is composed of 21 full-time faculty members, approximately 35 Master’s students, 6 PhD students, and 700 undergraduates. It emphasizes collaborative and integrative research, including a new PhD program in Integrated Bioscience. Facilities include a live animal research center, 400 acre field station, and greenhouse. Our graduate students have been highly successful in finding employment in their specialties.
The Department has a strong program in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology. Areas of interest for graduate research include: pollination biology, conservation biology, physiological ecology, life history evolution, mating systems, aquatic ecology, evolution in developmental processes, behavioral evolution, spider biology, and evolutionary biomechanics.
Akron is a great place to live, with a high quality of life. There are abundant natural amenities, including nearby metroparks and the CVNP, and ready access to many diverse cultural events in Akron and nearby Cleveland, including sports, several symphony orchestras, excellent museums, and the Blossom outdoor auditorium.
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