Career Information

Why study Biology?

"Pursuing a career in biology can be immensely rewarding and exciting. Studying biology teaches us to ask questions, make observations, evaluate evidence, and solve problems. Biologists learn how living things work, how they interact with one another, and how they evolve. They may study cells under a microscope, insects in a rainforest, viruses that affect human beings, plants in a greenhouse, or lions in the African grasslands. Their work increases our understanding about the natural world in which we live and helps us address issues of personal well being and worldwide concern, such as environmental depletion, threats to human health, and maintaining viable and abundant food supplies."

[from: http://www.aibs.org/careers/ ]

Career Resources

There are many sources of information!

A few places to start:
The American Institute of Biological Sciences
101+ Things You Can Do with a Degree in Biology
Occupational Outlook Handbook (OOH)
Exploring Health Careers

Schedule an appointment at the UM Career Center to seek advice!

Or make an advising appointment with a Biology faculty member.

 

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