School of Natural Sciences, Health & Kinesiology

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Biology

Biology is the natural science that involves the study of life and living organisms, including their physical and chemical structure, function, development and evolution. Sub-disciplines of biology include: biochemistry, molecular biology, cellular biology, physiology, ecology and evolutionary biology.

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Chair
Peggy Campo
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Dean
Courtney Doussett
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Instructional Department Specialist
Susan Lafferty
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Admin. Assistant to the Dean
Martha Ramirez
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Full-Time Faculty
Jacob Drainville
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Full-Time Faculty
Teresa Friedrich Finnern
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Full-Time Faculty
Monica Gutierrez
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Full-Time Faculty
Jeffrey Julius
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Full-Time Faculty
Carla Stout
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Full-Time Faculty
Erin Sternburg
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Academic Programs in Biology

The academic maps below will give you an idea of the classes you need to take. However, please meet with a counselor to personalize your education plan.

School Trailhead for Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM) Suggested Initial Coursework - TRAILHEAD
Associate of Arts (AA) Degree - Area of Emphasis (AOE) in Kinesiology, Health & Wellness - CSU Pathway - MAP
Associate of Arts (AA) Degree - Area of Emphasis (AOE) in Math & Science - CSU Pathway - MAP
Biology for Transfer (ADT) - Pathways for Transfer to a CSU or UC School - MAP
Environmental Science for Transfer (ADT) - Pathways for Transfer to a CSU or UC School - MAP

Additional Resources

What can I do with this major? (Biochemistry) - INFO
What can I do with this major? (Biosystems Engineering) - INFO
What can I do with this major? (Forensic Science) - INFO
What can I do with this major? (Medical Fields) - INFO
What can I do with this major? (Nutrition) - INFO
What can I do with this major? (Plant Science/Plant Biology) - INFO
What can I do with this major? (Public Health) - INFO
Riverside Community College District General Education (RCCD GE) Requirements (PLAN A) - INFO
California State University General Education (CSU GE) Requirements (PLAN B) For students who would like to transfer to a campus in the California State University (CSU) system - INFO
Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) Requirements (PLAN C) For students who would like to transfer to a campus in either the California State University (CSU) or University of California (UC) system - INFO

Career Options

Career options for students who get a degree in biology include: marine biologist, oncologist, crime scene investigator, microbiologist, nurse, physician assistant, veterinarian, and dentist.

Student Voice

Maria Bello-Carrillo

Maria Bello-Carrillo is a Norco College STEM Scholars Alumni and a senior at the University of California, Los Angeles pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Molecular, Cell, and Developmental Biology.

With her family’s unfailing faith, support, and love, and through mentorship and academic enrichment programs she transferred to the institution of her dreams, UCLA! Previously, she was a Norco College Student Ambassador, Summer Advantage Peer Mentor, and a recipient of the 2018 Athena Award. Her involvement at UCLA focuses on volunteer work and advocacy associated with underserved communities.

To read more of Maria's story, click here.