Kish STEM students benefit from ‘Smitty’ Assistantship
Three Kishwaukee College students participated in science-based learning opportunities during the 2024-2025 school year thanks to the Robert L. “Smitty” Smith Assistantship.
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Biology
You’ll discover a rich diversity of career paths in environmental, health and agricultural sciences. Our coursework is supported with cadaver studies, use of modern molecular and cellular techniques, a native plants garden to enhance diversity studies and field study experiences both on and off campus.
In our biology program, you may:
- Pursue an Associate in Science degree and complete your general education requirements prior to transfer
- Take core classes in biology, physics, chemistry and mathematics
- Focus on environmental biology, general biology or human biology
- Individualize your coursework to prepare for your transfer program
Degrees and Certificates
Program Details
- We’re your first step in preparing for a career as a biological technician, biochemist, medical product sales rep, health services manager, patent and intellectual property lawyer, zoologist, marine biologist, forester, nutritionist or molecular biologist.
- These are only a few of the many career options a 4-year biology degree can get you.
- An emphasis in biology is a great foundation for pre-med, pre-dental or pre-vet schooling.
- Early planning for a biology career can make a difference.
- Our bio labs are equipped with modern instruments and tools to enhance your learning experience.
- Some courses involve cadaver study.
Transfer to a 4-year institution to complete a bachelor’s degree in biology or another
pre-professional life science program.
- After being accepted to Kish, there is no formal program admissions process for biology.
- Students interested in pursuing an A.S. degree with an emphasis in biology are encouraged to speak with their academic advisor.
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Tre Jackson hired as Kish College Head Women’s Basketball Coach
Kishwaukee College hired Tre Jackson as the next head coach for the Women’s Basketball team. Jackson starts the 2024-2025 season as the 13th coach in program history.
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