Science Center - St Francis

LAVERNE & DOROTHY BROWN SCIENCE HALL

Science Program

Future This new, state-of-the-art science building will support the innovative science curriculum already in place at USF. The building will be an impressive centerpiece for the surrounding community, and a welcoming portal to USF’s main campus. The building will provide an interactive, interdisciplinary learning environment for both students and faculty.

The LaVerne & Dorothy Brown Science Hall will allow science instruction to be segmented into three academic clusters: microbiology, genetics and molecular biology Three-story facility

on the first floor; human anatomy, physiology and

35,000+ square feet

biomechanics on the second floor; and chemistry, and

Multipurpose lecture hall

biochemistry on the third floor. Each of the three clusters

9 teaching laboratories (three labs on each floor)

in the new building will share equipment and space.

4 student/faculty research laboratories

In addition, the building will also include four research

14 faculty offices

areas, creating exciting interdisciplinary learning opportu-

9 common areas including 2 open study areas

nities for students and faculty members.

Tutoring room Conference room Pre-function space in front of the lecture hall 2 meeting rooms 2 student common spaces

Science Related Program Offerings BIOLOGY BIOLOGY (PRE-PROFESSIONAL TRACKS) BIOCHEMISTRY CHEMISTRY (MINOR) ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES (MINOR) NURSING MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY NUCLEAR MEDICINE TECHNOLOGY PRE-PHARMACY (4 + 3 PHARMD*) *4+3 Pharmd program in conjunction with Roosevelt

RADIATION THERAPY RADIOGRAPHY SCIENCE (SECONDARY ED TEACHER CERTIFICATION) 9–12 PLUS NEW PROGRAMS IN PLANNING STAGES!

Current Science plays an important role in our lives and dominates the culture in which we live and work. Advances in technology and science are transforming our world at an incredibly fast pace, and it is important that our graduates are adequately prepared for it.

The University of St. Francis, founded by the Sisters of St. Francis of Mary Immaculate, began with an anchor in science. Today, USF’s Natural Science Department continues to offer courses in the areas of biology, chemistry, environmental science, physics and allied health.

Our Science Partners Our partners provide USF students with true-life learning experiences.

Faculty members provide quality science programming

Argonne National Laboratory

internships, enter graduate and professional programs.

Fermi Lab Girls 4 Science Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie

Morton Arboretum

that allows students to excel in the most competitive of scientific fields, and USF students go on to fill research

Shedd Aquarium Will County Forest Preserve

Science Matters At the University of St. Francis, science matters. One of the key aspects of a liberal arts education is a curriculum enriched by the sciences. USF’s curriculum has been designed to improve science literacy, while developing critical and analytical thinking and creative problemsolving skills. Each year, students from across disciplines take a science course to broaden their understanding of the discipline and world. Today, 45 percent of freshmen and transfer students enter USF declaring a major in a science field, including biology, environmental science, allied health and nursing. Also, 36 percent of last year’s graduating class earned a degree in one of those fields.

History Our alumni are helping to change the landscape of the future. More than 1,000 St. Francis alumni have graduated with a degree in science, leading the charge and bettering our world as skilled scientists, health care providers, educators, authors and more.

Marla Brant / 2013 Biology major (Pre-Physician Assistant concentration) I’m currently a Physician Assistant student at the USF campus in Albuquerque, N.M. My undergraduate education at the Joliet campus prepared me for the intense didactic curriculum of P.A. school. Instructors like Dr. Lisa Hedrick inspired, supported and challenged me, giving me an advantage over other students in the P.A. program because I was used to putting in a lot of work.

Brian Herbst, Jr., M.D. / 2005 Biology major with a Chemistry minor Through my relationships with USF faculty, I developed many of the interpersonal skills and qualities necessary to be successful at my job today as a physician. In addition to being one of the best teachers I’ve had, Dr. Salim Diab gave me advice, challenged my thinking and approach to life, and was someone I was able to call a true friend. I’m currently an assistant professor of clinical medicine with dual appointments at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center and the University of Cincinnati.

Julie Doll / 2013 Biology major with Chemistry and Psychology minors

Sarah Saffran / 2014 Biology major with Psychology minor

I was able to study many aspects of biology at USF. There were many opportunities to work in the labs, and I gained a lot of experience that has been useful in my graduate work in Human Anatomy and Neuroscience at Ohio State University. At USF, Professor Patti Pascoe taught me many things about running the lab and helped me determine my overall career path.

The Biology Fellows program gave me endless opportunities to experience different aspects of science including lab preparation, class assistance and peer tutoring. I owe a tremendous thank you to Dr. Lisa Hedrick, who supported me during every step of the process. I am currently attending Midwestern University for a master’s degree in Occupational Therapy.

Graduates of the USF science program have gone on to the following schools

Janet L. Seper, M.D. / 1987 Biology major I owe my career to USF. Dorothy Resh was the teacher who inspired me most. She exhibited enthusiasm when teaching and wanted us to enjoy learning. She was also my advisor, and helped me realize that medicine was the appropriate career choice for me. I was a private practice general otolaryngologist in Tampa for 18 years, and am currently retired.

Paul Severin, M.D., FAAP / 1988 Biology major (Pre-Medicine concentration) USF enhanced my career by challenging me to develop critical thinking skills, to embrace academics, and to provide service to those in need. Sr. Rosemary Small was instrumental in my development. I am currently a pediatric intensive care medicine physician at Rush University Medical Center and John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County. I also serve as an assistant dean for Rush Medical College.

G R A D U AT E S C H O O L S

PHARMACY SCHOOLS

Illinois State University

Midwestern University

Iowa State University

Roosevelt University

Loyola University

Southern Illinois University

Midwest University

University of Illinois

Northern Illinois University Notre Dame Purdue University University of Illinois University of Michigan D E N TA L S C H O O L S

Loyola University University of Illinois MEDICAL SCHOOLS

Indiana University Loyola University Michigan State Midwestern University Northwestern University Oakland University Wayne State University University of Illinois University of Wisconsin University of Michigan Yale University

PHYSICAL THERAPY SCHOOLS

Midwestern University Northwestern University Rosalind Franklin University Washington University University of St. Augustine P H Y S I C I A N A S S I S TA N T SCHOOLS

A.T. Still University Grand Valley State Midwestern University Rosalind Franklin University University of Saint Francis —Indiana University of St. Francis —New Mexico

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