As a student in the Natural Sciences and Mathematics program you will have the opportunity to explore a variety of discipline areas in science and mathematics – an exciting option if you are undecided about a major as you enter university. You will learn how science and math influence our daily living and how to advance scientific literacy as you study biology, chemistry, physical sciences and mathematics.
You may opt for the General Science Concentration, which provides the flexibility of majoring in the sciences without the need to limit yourself in a specific field of science. This flexible concentration allows you to select courses that meet your particular interests and needs.
Students preparing to teach science in grades K-8 have the option of pursuing a double major in Education and Natural Sciences and Mathematics. Become part of the new teaching force to help raise students’ science and math literacy in elementary and middle schools!
Points of Interest
- Learn to recognize, analyze, and interpret data through hands-on experience in a variety of laboratory courses in the biological and physical sciences.
- Write and present an original paper synthesizing current research on a specific topic of interest.
- Develop a scientific and quantitative approach to problem solving, develop skills in accessing and evaluating scientific information, and enhance your skills in written and oral communication.
- Develop an appreciation of Catholic/Franciscan values as they relate to the practitioner of science.
FIESTA Program
Fostering Inclusive Excellence for STEM Achievement (FIESTA) Program
Discover our FIESTA Program which is designed to improve the success of STEM majors with the goal of graduation and success after college. You will have the opportunity to:
- ATTEND a 2-week Summer Bridge program in August with fellow STEM majors.
- ENHANCE your college readiness and academic success
- EARN 3 tuition-free college credits over the summer in an Introduction to STEM course AND receive a $1,000 stipend.
- LEARN from hands-on STEM experiences, Peer Led Tutoring and academic support
- GAIN access to a year-round STEM Resource Center with professional development, internship, and paid research assistant opportunities
To join you must be an incoming freshman or transfer student majoring in STEM. Click here to complete the application. To learn more please contact the Tushar Triveidi, FIESTA Program Administrator, at TrivediT@felician.edu / (201) 559-6145
