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Department of Physical and Biological Sciences

Exploring the Intersection of Health and Science

The Department of Physical and Biological Sciences strives to keep pace with the rapid changes in technology affecting the teaching and study of science. Our faculty has grown, our majors of study have expanded, but most exciting of all is our new home in the Center for the Sciences and Pharmacy. This $40 million facility houses state-of-the-art laboratories and classrooms, which dramatically expand opportunities for undergraduate research. Students of the department have gone on to have various achievements and even present at conferences across the country.

The department offers Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degrees in the following major programs of study:  

The department also offers pre-allied health programs in:

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Herman Hall home of the College of Arts & Sciences entrance.

College of Arts & Sciences Honors Students For Outstanding Achievements

Academic excellence shines as Western New England University celebrates 16 graduating students’ achievements at the College of Arts & Sciences Senior Award Ceremony.

University News, Arts and Sciences
Western New England University welcomed the new Chi Alpha Sigma 2024 Inductees at their annual ceremony on May 2nd.

Western New England Inducts 58 Student-Athletes into Chi Alpha Sigma National Honor Society

Western New England University's Chi Alpha Sigma National Honor Society induction marked a milestone with 58 student-athletes from 17 sports recognized for their outstanding contributions on and off the field, boasting the largest class in the university's history.

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Associate Professor of Criminal Justice, Creaig Dunton, welcoming the new Alpha Phi Sigma inductees.

Western New England University Students Inducted into Alpha Phi Sigma National Honor Society

The Western New England University chapter of Alpha Phi Sigma added 39 students during its annual induction, emphasizing critical thinking and ethical standards in criminal justice education.

University News, Arts and Sciences