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Providence College Friar Phagehunters

Department of Biology
Sowa Hall, Room236

Julie Coccia
Administrative Assistant
Phone: 401-865-2585
Fax: 401-865-1438

Beyond the Classroom

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Biology majors are encouraged to take their studies and research interests beyond the classroom by taking advantage of a wealth of engaged learning opportunities. These experiential options range from faculty-directed laboratory and field research to off-campus internships and research.

Other Opportunities:

  • Complete the field study requirement in Tropical Biology or Tropical Medicine at the Organization for Tropical Studies in Costa Rica or South Africa
  • Participate in a Biomedicine program at the Danish Institute for Study Abroad
  • Gain access to numerous domestic or international summer research programs in biomedical or organismal programs sponsored by the National Science Foundation and the National Institutes of Health
  • Benefit from the College’s membership in the Council on Undergraduate Research
  • Present research with faculty members at national and international professional meetings
  • Qualify for membership in prestigious honor societies, such as Sigma Xi (The Scientific Research Society) and Alpha Epsilon Delta (The National Health Pre-professional Society)

Providence College Students Travel to Costa Rica

Catholic and Dominican

What does it mean to be a Catholic and Dominican college? We invite you to explore this question and the distinctive mission of Providence College.
About Providence College's Catholic and Dominican Identity