Evolutionary Biology, BA

Phone: 216.368.3557; Fax: 216.368.4672
Michael F. Benard, Chair, Department of Biology
mfb38@case.edu


Degree: Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Major: Evolutionary Biology


Program Overview

The Evolutionary Biology Program is designed to provide students with knowledge of macro- and micro-evolutionary processes underlying the evolution and diversification of life on Earth and an understanding of the meta-scientific issues involved in this unique field of study.

The program includes grounding in the history and philosophy of evolutionary thought and alternative conceptualizations of the mechanisms, patterns, and processes of evolution. It emphasizes evolutionary theory, foundations of ecology and genetics, focused study of particular organisms or groups of organisms, and the dynamics of evolutionary principles in scientific inquiry. 

Undergraduate Policies

For undergraduate policies and procedures, please review the Undergraduate Academics section of the General Bulletin.

Accelerated Master's Programs

Undergraduate students may participate in accelerated programs toward graduate or professional degrees. For more information and details of the policies and procedures related to accelerated studies, please visit the Undergraduate Academics section of the General Bulletin.

Program Faculty

Michael Benard, PhD
Professor and Chair, Department of Biology

Radhika Atit, PhD
Professor, Department of Biology

Darin Croft, PhD
Professor, Department of Anatomy, School of Medicine

Emmitt Jolly, PhD
Professor, Department of Biology

Scott Simpson, PhD
Professor, Department of Anatomy, School of Medicine

Mark Willis, PhD
Professor, Department of Biology

Peter A. Zimmerman, PhD
Professor, Center for Global Health and Diseases, School of Medicine