Advising

Pre-Registration Information: Fall & Spring terms

  • The Biology Pre-Registration Information Session for majors, prospective majors, and students interested in taking Biology courses takes place each term shortly before pre-registration begins. Students can join Biology faculty in a group setting to discuss major requirements and course offerings.  
  • Students declaring Biology as their major are encouraged to reach out to Biology faculty by email to request an advising meeting prior to Pre-Registration. While you might consider asking faculty in your interested area of study/research, all faculty in the department can offer guidance as you declare your major.
  • Rising seniors should also be in touch with their academic advisor to review registration plans and be sure major requirements will be complete prior to graduation.
  • Contact information for department faculty can be found using the Faculty & Staff link.

Students and faculty

Biology faculty are also available to offer advice on study abroad, research opportunities, fellowships, post-graduate career plans, etc. Some faculty members take on roles as advisors for special programs or special opportunities. Contact the faculty member listed below for advice on the area listed:

    • Whitehead Program: Professor Lois Banta
    • Biology graduate school: Professor Derek Dean
    • WSP 99’s and BIOL 22: department Chair   
    • Placement exams, First days: Professors Chen & Swoap

Additional resources

Questions about health professions should be directed to the Pre-Health Advisor, Sharon Gonzales.

The Career Center is a valuable resource for information on internships, summer research opportunities, and post-graduate opportunities.

The Fellowships Office maintains a Glow site with information on national and Williams College fellowships.