Botany (BOT) Emphasis

Tom Cheesbrough
Department of Biology and Microbiology
Agricultural Hall 304
605-688-6141
e-mail: biomicro@abs.sdstate.edu
http://biomicro.sdstate.edu/

The Department of Biology and Microbiology offers a Botany emphasis as an option for those seeking a degree in Biology with a specialization in Organismal Biology. The Botany emphasis concentrates on the scientific study of plants. The graduate with an emphasis in Botany is qualified for professions in plant research and industry. Graduates wishing to pursue a career in a specialized area of Botany are encouraged to consider an advanced degree program. Above all, the Botany emphasis is designed to provide the student with a thorough understanding and appreciation of the Green World around us. The Department also offers a Botany minor for those wishing to augment their knowledge in the area of plant biology.