Plants can save our world. From tiny lichens to towering pines, plants make it possible to build houses, clean air, develop medicine, feed the world, fuel cars, make music, and create clothing. Learn about the amazing power of these unique organisms.
What you’ll get from the Department of Botany:
• The only botany department in the state
• An understanding and appreciation of the role plants play in all aspects of our world
• Prepare for admission to schools of natural medicine with the new botany major option in Pre-Natural Medicine.
• Hands-on experiences in the greenhouse
• Research opportunities
• Use of up-to-date labs
• Outstanding field experience
Where you’ll go:
A botany degree can lead to a variety of careers, including soil science, forestry, range management, biotechnology, plant breeding, marine biology, environmental science and teaching.