Southern Illinois University - Zoology
Make animals your life!
In a world of humans,
Study Animals!
Our Zoology program prepares students to:
See what SIU can do for you
Specializations
Animal Biology: For students planning to pursue graduate studies in traditional zoology disciplines such as animal anatomy, behavior, diversity, ecology, evolution, genetics, or physiology.
Environmental Biology: For students interested in biological approaches to the study of environmental quality, including toxicology, contamination ecology, and the effects of environmental stressors on animal populations.
Fisheries Biology and Aquatic Conservation: For students whose primary interest is in the ecology and management of fishes and aquatic ecosystems.
Pre-Veterinary Science: For students looking to begin an exciting career path towards a career in veterinary medicine, where you can put your knowledge and compassion into practice.
Wildlife Biology and Conservation: For students interested in the ecology, management, and conservation of terrestrial vertebrates.
Marine biology in Illinois? Yes!
Our partnership with the Gulf Coast Research Laboratory means you can learn about marine ecosystems, habitat and marine organisms during a spring break course at the Gulf of Mexico!
Get Involved!
Internships
- Editorial Assistant Internship
- Teaching Aquarium Internship
- Undergraduate Teaching Internship
- Webster Technician Internship.
Organizations
- Zoology Graduate Student Association
- Wildlife Society and Zoology Club
- SIU Subunit of the American Fisheries Society
Annual Events
- Zoology Seminar
- Ecology Seminar
- Evo-Lunch
- Darwin Week
