Biology AOC | Allegany College of Maryland

What will you learn?

The skills necessary to transfer to a four-year degree program with a major in biology, environmental science, or in a pre-professional medical/health field.
- Laboratory Skills
- Data Collection
- Data Analysis
- Problem Solving Skills
An understanding of biological systems and processes.
The role of Biology in environmental and societal Issues.

What will you do?

Biological Technician
Research Scientist
Environmental Consultant
Medical Doctor
Health Sciences
Veterinarian Sciences

Why ACM?

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Program Details

ACM is the perfect place for you to begin your biological science educational journey.

Our BIOLOGY DEGREE is ideal if you are planning to transfer to a four year school in a pre-professional program such as Pre-Medicine, Pre-Pharmacy, Pre-Dentistry, or Pre-Veterinarian Science. You can take all your basic science, mathematics, and general studies college courses at ACM at a greatly reduced price.

Our SCIENCE COURSES are taught by a faculty of diverse scientists with advanced degrees. You will gain knowledge through hands-on learning and have amazing access to state-of-the-art scientific equipment and field experiences.

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Credit Catalog

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Program Goals & Learning Outcomes

Program Goals

Biological Science Faculty will clearly and professionally share biological knowledge and concepts in lecture and lab.
Biological Laboratory instructors will teach scientific skill sets needed for students to succeed with their continued education or when entering the workforce.
The Biology Department will support and promote seamless 2+2 degrees with transferability to four-year University partner institutions.

Learning Outcomes

Biology students effectively communicate biological concepts and processes using both written and verbal skills.
Biology students exhibit appropriate use of laboratory equipment and technology.
Biology students can use analytic tools to problem solve.
Biology majors are prepared to transfer to a four year institution in a biological field.

Meet the Faculty

Our experienced, knowledgeable faculty are excited to share their expertise with you and prepare you to succeed in the diverse, scientific field of biology.

Michele Barmoy
mbarmoy@allegany.edu
Professor, Biology

301-784-5071
Science 67

B.A., University Maryland Baltimore County
M.S., Frostburg State University

Joy Freidenbloom
jfreidenbloom@allegany.edu
Science Lab Coordinator

301-784-5211
Science 52

B.S., Pennsylvania State University

Cassie Foster
cfoster3@allegany.edu
Chair of Science Division, Assistant Professor, Biology

301-784-5436
Science 51

B.S., Wheeling Jesuit College
M.S., West Virginia University

Carolyn George
cgeorge6541@allegany.edu
Assistant Chair of Science Division and Assistant Professor, Biology/Chemistry

301-784-5309
Science 66

B.S., Juniata College
Ph.D., Cornell University

Kristi Grassi
krasssi@allegany.edu
Associate Professor, Biology

301-784-5303
Science 56

BS, St. Francis University
DMD, Temple University
MS, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey

Melissa Kelly
mkelly5@allegany.edu
Assistant Professor, Biology

301-784-5245
Science 60

BS, University of Maryland, Baltimore County
MS, West Virginia University
Master of Criminal Justice, Boston University

Willson Kwok
wkwok@allegany.edu
Associate Professor, Biology

301-784-5248
Science 57

A.A., Kapiolana Community College
B.A., University of Hawaii at Manoa
MBA,Ph.D., University North Carolina at Charlotte

Roberta Mills
rmills@allegany.edu
Office Manager, Science Division and Auto Technology

301-784-5255
Science 50

A.A.S., Allegany College of Maryland

Stacie Rafter
srafter@allegany.edu
Associate Professor, Biology/Physics

301-784-5435
Science 61

B.S., Pennsylvania State University
M.Ed., George Washington University

Shyamala Ratnayeke
sratnayeke@allegany.edu
Associate Professor, Biology

301-784-5170
Science 59

BS, Bangalore University
M.Phil, University of Peradeniya
PhD, University of Tennessee

Kathleen Gawel Thompson
kgthompson@allegany.edu
Associate Professor, Biology

814-652-9528 ext:6225
Bedford County Campus

B.S., Pennsylvania State University
Ph.D., Thomas Jefferson University

Timothy Turner
tturner@allegany.edu
Associate Professor, Biology

301-784-5254
Science 65

B.S., M.Ed, Frostburg State University
M.T., Andersonville Theological Seminary