welcome from the undergraduate chair

Professor Eric Weinberg, Undergraduate Chair for the Department of Biology, welcomes all Penn undergraduates and any questions about planning a degree in biology. Our Undergraduate Program in Biology can introduce you to the many ways of understanding the function and diversity of living organisms.

overview

We offer a variety of courses in such areas as genetics, molecular biology, cell biology, development, plant biology, vertebrate physiology, neuroscience, behavior, ecology, and evolution. Read an overview of the Biology major, or browse the links to the left for specific details including:

• courses for freshmen
• requesting transfer credit or credit away
• tips for studying biology

contact information

If you would like more information about the program, or need assistance as you progress through the program, you can contact the Academic Office or meet with Dr. Weinberg during his office hours:

Eric Weinberg	Academic Office
204E Lynch Lab	102 Leidy Labs
Ph: +1 215 898.4198	Ph: +1 215 898.7121
Email: bio-undergraduate@sas.upenn.edu

Undergraduate Chair office hours for Fall 2009:

• Wednesday 1:00 - 2:00
• Thursday 12:30 - 2:00

announcements

We have recently updated our policy regarding credit for high school biology courses and our departmental AP policy - contact the Academic Office if you have additional questions.

The Biology department's AP exams for BIOL 101, 102, and 121 are given at the start of each semester. The date for the Spring 2010 exam has not been determined but will be posted here as soon as it is available.

The 2009-2010 Student Advisory Board provides current and prospective biology students with information on the major and advice about courses. Visit the Student Advisory Board site to e-mail current members with your questions and concerns.