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Students decide to major in the biological sciences for many reasons. Some enjoy the outdoors and wonder about the plants and animals they've seen. Others are curious about the causes and cures of diseases, or they want to become involved in land management and environmental protection.

Whatever the reason, you'll find that the University of Wyoming offers a wide variety of opportunities. Within a short distance of the University of Wyoming's campus are short grass prairies, sagebrush-dominated foothills, coniferous forests, mountain lakes, and alpine meadows. These diverse environments, combined with modern research laboratories, provide abundant opportunities for research and teaching in the plant sciences.

Many have found the study of plants and fungi to be an excellent starting point for their studies in science. The program provides a broad range of knowledge, leading to a variety of employment opportunities. Since 1887 we've helped students develop their interests in subjects as diverse as botany, mycology, zoology, agriculture, molecular biology, wildlife management, and general biology. Today, the Botany Department offers a wide variety of degree programs including the Bachelor of Science, Master of Science, and Doctor of Philosophy degrees. We collaborate with the Department of Zoology and Physiology by offering a major and a minor in Biology.

We also offer an undergraduate minor in Botany and an environmental sciences concentration in collaboration with the School of Environment and Natural Resources.

The Botany Department faculty are very active in both teaching and research. They have developed state-of-the-art research facilities with grants from agencies such as the National Science Foundation, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the U. S. Department of Energy, and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration.

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