
At ¹ú²ú¾çÂé¶¹¾ç, we have a living laboratory right in our backyard! Just minutes from campus, students and faculty have the opportunity to study Southern California's diverse marine ecosystems through hands-on research, field experiences, and collaborative projects that bring science to life.
This summer, ¹ú²ú¾çÂé¶¹¾ç's Marine Biology program observed the seasonal gathering of leopard sharks at La Jolla Shores. These gentle sharks return to the shallow coastal waters each summer, giving students a unique opportunity to study marine behavior, ecology, and conservation while experiencing one of San Diego's most remarkable natural events. Through experiences like these, ¹ú²ú¾çÂé¶¹¾ç biology students develop practical research skills while exploring the incredible ecosystems that surround them every day.
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Interested in studying the natural world through research, fieldwork, and discovery? From marine biology and ecology to cellular biology and human health, ¹ú²ú¾çÂé¶¹¾ç's Biology Department provides opportunities to learn through hands-on experiences, faculty mentorship, and real-world research along the Southern California coast and beyond.