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Elmhurst University Biology

Outcomes from our engagement with PULSE and completing the DEI rubrics

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Elmhurst University Biology

  • Participated in the trial of the newly created DEI rubrics.
  • Department members filled out the rubric individually
  • Department met to generate consensus scores.
  • Sparked conversations that led to specific outcomes, both short term and long term.
  • Topic continues to have a place on our bi-weekly agenda.

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Elmhurst University Biology Data Analysis

  • BIO 200 = General Biology I
  • BIO 315 = Genetics (Gateway course)
  • BIO 498 = Senior Capstone

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  • Analysis includes a deep dive into:
  • Grade performance
  • Entering metrics (HS and CC)
  • Retention
  • Student Activity

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Average of Students from 2017-2022)

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BIO200

BIO315

BIO498

BIO Graduate

All University

TOTAL ENROLLMENT

51.6

40.4

36.23333333

34.8

3461

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RACE

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American Indian or Alaska Native

0.00%

0.50%

0.00%

0.00%

0.17%

Asian

16.10%

13.86%

13.58%

13.70%

6.00%

Black or African American

3.33%

3.64%

2.35%

2.36%

5.24%

Hispanic

26.81%

22.64%

18.02%

18.97%

22.04%

Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander

0.00%

0.00%

0.00%

0.00%

0.12%

Nonresident Alien

0.85%

0.50%

0.00%

0.00%

1.37%

Two or More Races

2.87%

1.89%

0.96%

1.14%

2.61%

Unknown

1.08%

2.10%

3.36%

2.94%

2.24%

White

48.96%

54.86%

61.73%

60.89%

59.84%

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GENDER

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Male

26.35%

24.18%

28.02%

25.20%

37.55%

Female

73.65%

75.82%

71.98%

74.80%

62.29%

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FIRST GENERATION

36.57%

34.30%

32.56%

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31.84%

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PELL ELIGIBLE

41.81%

31.46%

36.25%

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30.68%

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Elmhurst University Biology Mission

The Department of Biology is dedicated to developing broadly educated biologists who are prepared to ask informed questions about nature and obtain meaningful answers across all levels of organizations. Through mentoring our students in the core biological concepts and competencies, and by modeling the behavior of scholarship, we cultivate investigators and prepare scholars for their personal paths toward careers as biology educators, research scientists, health care professionals, and many other professions. The department advocates for an anti-racist and nondiscriminatory environment that supports an academic program focused on removing barriers to access and inclusion and promoting the success of all students regardless of visible and non-visible differences.

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Elmhurst University Biology Learning Goals

  • Upon graduation our students will be able to:
  • Explain and apply the core biological concepts including energy and matter, structure and function, information flow, systems, and evolution
  • Articulate an understanding of the core competencies including the process of science, quantitative reasoning, and modeling and simulation of biological phenomena
  • Demonstrate biology’s interdisciplinary nature which requires communication and collaboration
  • Recognize the ethical, historical, societal, and legal implications of biology
  • Recognize that diverse perspectives and ideas enhance biological investigation and broaden scientific knowledge

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Elmhurst University Biology Job Ad 2022

  • The Department of Biology at Elmhurst University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in the area of genetics and computational biology beginning August 2022. Applicants with expertise in human genetics and bioinformatics are especially encouraged to apply and preference will be given to applicants whose research focuses on diversity and equity issues in healthcare. The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in a biological discipline, demonstrated excellence in undergraduate teaching and mentoring, and outstanding potential as a professor in a liberal arts setting. Primary teaching responsibilities will include teaching lectures and laboratories in majors’ level core biology courses, particularly Genetics. There will also be  opportunities to develop specialized upper-level undergraduate courses in the area of bioinformatics as well as the development of a new undergraduate program in the field. The candidate must also show a commitment to developing a productive research program engaging undergraduates in their area of specialty.  

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