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Bachelor's Degree in Biology

CCU offers a great Biology program. — Bachelor's Degree in Biology

Bachelor of Science in Biology

The Biology degree at Colorado Christian University provides a strong foundation that prepares you for further academic study and exploration in the field of the life sciences. In addition to your natural science studies, all of our programs include courses in the arts, humanities and social sciences to prepare you for graduation in your field of expertise, all the while making you a well-rounded student. Biology majors complete the majority of their course work in classes that all involve labs: Biological Principles, Biological Diversity, Human Anatomy and Physiology, Cellular and Molecular Biology, Microbiology, and General Chemistry. In addition, we offer courses in neurobiology, genetics, developmental biology, and bioethics.

Biology at CCU

The integration of faith and science is a cornerstone of the curriculum for every science major at CCU and especially for biology majors. A Christian perspective on bioethics, evolution, and ecology is an important dimension of the Biology degree at Colorado Christian University. Furthermore, our courses teach you how to articulate and defend Christian perspectives when it comes to ethical and controversial issues in science.

For students planning to continue on to graduate school, it is important to be aware of the biology course sequence in order to stay on track and graduate in four years. See a sample four-year plan.

What can you do with a degree in biology?

Genetic counseling
Pharmacology
Pursue graduate studies in science
Scientific illustration
Research in variety of fields

Interesting Classes You Might Take

Bioethics
Genetics
Neurobiology

Course Catalog

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Dr. Amanda Furness

Assistant Professor of Chemistry

Faith and science have a reputation of conflicting with one another. My goal in my courses is to change this narrative. "The more I study science, the more I believe in God." - Albert Einstein

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Dr. Bryan Crutcher

Assistant Professor of Kinesiology and Exercise Science

Dr. Bryan Crutcher's primary goal as a kinesiology professor at CCU is to honor God by graduating spiritually and academically prepared students to enter the field. Furthermore, to provide an exemplary environment of faith-integrated learning, collaboration, and professional development.

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Dr. Paul Lange

Affiliate Faculty - Health Science

Dr. Lange has dedicated his professional career to clinical medicine, academic excellence, and education. He believes his experience as a clinician and his professional energy for education uniquely position him to contribute to the shared goals and vision of Colorado Christian University. As he embarks on a career transition, he has a growth mindset. To paraphrase the quote, Dr. Lange seeks to “plant trees under whose shade I do not expect to sit.” He seeks to honor the gifts that God has bestowed upon him and demonstrate the love of Jesus, to impact those who seek His kingdom.

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Dr. Julie Woodman

Assistant Professor of Biology

The study of biology provides a unique opportunity to witness first-hand the wonders of God's magnificent creation. By marrying scientific concepts to Christian principles, students gain the knowledge to truly delight in the works of the Lord.

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Dr. Christa Koval

Professor of Chemistry

Dr. Christa Koval stresses God as Creator and focuses on the privilege students and faculty have to gain some insight into how He made things work. She also stresses how knowledge in the sciences can be extremely useful and practical in the mission field.

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Dr. Mark Parker

Dean and Professor of Biology

In Dr. Mark Parker's view, people can better appreciate God's awesome power and majesty by studying his creation. In this regard, reverently learning more about God and His creation is a form of worship.

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Dr. Leontine Galante

Assistant Professor of Biology

It is certainly important to teach students the facts from the textbook and to give them a common language with which to engage with other professionals. CCU, however, goes a crucial step beyond that. At CCU, we look through the lens of a faith perspective to challenge or explain these concepts, leaving students with a critical and faithful understanding of the material.

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Dr. Lene Jaqua

Professor of Physical and General Sciences

Dr. Lene Jaqua's goal is to teach all science in reverence of this verse: "For by him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth, visible and invisible, whether they be thrones, or dominions, or principalities, or powers: all things were created by him, and for him: And he is before all things, and by him all things consist." Colossians 1:16

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Dr. Cory Hixson

Assistant Professor of Engineering

It is Dr. Cory Hixson's aim through the CCU Industrial Engineering program to glorify God by utilizing his knowledge, skills, and abilities to answer his call with integrity, competence, productivity, grace, and truth. Dr. Hixson strives to help students excel in the aforementioned characteristics so they may be witnesses both personally and professionally.

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Sherry Schulz

Assistant Professor of Mathematics

God is over all, and through all, and in all. One can learn much about God through the world He has created (Romans 1:20). However, knowledge without wisdom and faith is insufficient. At CCU, one can expect a Christian worldview being the core foundation of academics and campus life. It is the desire of the school to see students flourish in their faith and apply their knowledge for the glory of God.

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Dr. Brad Camp

Affiliate Faculty - Kinesiology

Dr. Brad Camp's goal is to fully equip students to be successful, and strengthen their faith. He must be dynamic and engaging in his educational practices to do so. Thus, he makes sure that his students are challenged, given responsibility, and that God is ever present in his classroom.

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Elisabeth Armstrong

Affiliate Faculty - Biology and Bioethics

Christ serves as the model as students consider how to improve the healthcare system and eliminate injustice. Considering how our laws, clinical interactions, and medical decision-making ought to look is predicated on the intrinsic and infinite value of every human being. Ultimately, developing a consistent worldview — which informs how we grapple with issues surrounding health, life, and death — is imperative.

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