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We are a community of student scholars and academics pursuing a rigorous and interdisciplinary approach to biology with a focus on events that occur at the cellular and biochemical levels. Our graduates become world-class scientists, doctors and other types of health professionals. Most students interested in working as health professionals (in medicine, dentistry, physical therapy, pharmacy and veterinary) choose this major. We have an excellent track record of getting students into their choice of medical and graduate schools; in the past five years, we have had an almost 95 percent acceptance rate.
The purpose of the molecular biology/biochemistry program is to provide our students with an excellent education in this field within the setting of a broad liberal arts education. As a student in this program, you will:
On March 27th, in the Umble Center, a year’s worth of work for a team of over fifteen students will culminate in the premiere of their documentary, “Deep Dive: A Midwestern Legacy in the Florida Keys."
Douglas Graber ’76 joined the Merry Lea Team as its new building manager and grounds assistant March 1.
Andy Brubaker '10 is a Goshen High School biology teacher who spent last summer on an epic mountain biking trip on the Colorado Trail. To fulfill his calling to be a teacher, he knows the importance of renewing himself outside of the classroom, too.
Ranking in the percentage of graduates going on to earn doctorates among all Indiana institutions
Number of years the marine biology program has operated in the Florida Keys
Acres of land to explore at GC’s Merry Lea Environmental Learning Center
of biology majors who applied to medical or graduate school in recent years were accepted
Learn more about Goshen College's exceptional academic outcomes and national rankings.
"Peacemaking begins with understanding our world and our connection to it -- promoting peace is increasingly about caring for ecological systems on which humans depend."
Ryan's storyDoug Schirch is not only passionate about chemistry: he has also led Study-Service Term in Nicaragua and serves as an adviser to the Social Reform and Pax clubs.
Doug's storyAlejandro Genis, a 2016 graduate with a molecular biology and biochemistry major from Elkhart, Indiana, has a diverse set of interests: golf, violin and animal research.
Alejandro's storyDan Smith decided to teach chemistry at Goshen College because he wanted to work with students on an individual basis and be able to share his faith in God with them.
Dan's storyDoug, a surgical oncologist, was named one of TIME Magazine’s 100 most influential people in the world in 2010 for his groundbreaking cancer research. He received the 2016 Goshen College Culture for Service Award.
Doug's storyHenry Stewart graduated from Goshen College in 2014 with a music and biochemistry double major. As a student, he was known for playing the accordion, writing award-winning music compositions and as an academic star.
Henry's storyRyan Sensenig
Professor of Biological & Environmental Science
ES Program Director
& Lindsay Teaching Fellow
