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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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.

Emmanuel Atta-Obeng
Assistant Professor

301-784-5436
Science 56

B.S., Kwame Nkrumah University
M.S., Auburn University
Ph.D., West Virginia University

Michele Barmoy
Associate Professor

301-784-5071
Science 67

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

Donna Brunelli
Interim Chair Science Division, Professor

301-784-6130
Science 66

B.S., Wikes University
D.O., Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine

Cynthia Carnahan
Assistant Professor

301-784-5525
Science 59

B.S., M.S., Frostburg State University

Joy Freidenbloom
Lab Coordinator

301-784-5211
Science 52

B.S., Pennsylvania State University

Howard Kramer
Professor

301-784-5344
Science 69

B.S., City College of New York
M.S., Clark University
Ph.D. McGill University
Postdoctoral Research at Rockefeller University in New York

Willson Kwok
Associate Professor

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
Office Manager, Science Division and Forest Technology

301-784-5255
Science 50

A.A.S., Allegany College of Maryland

Stacie Rafter
Associate Professor

301-784-6225
Science 61

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

Kathleen Gawel Thompson
Associate Professor

814-652-9528 ext:6225
Bedford County Campus

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

Timothy Turner
Associate Professor

301-784-5254
Science 65

B.S., M.S., M.Ed, Frostburg State University

Jessica Vespoli
Instructor

B.S., University of Pittsburgh
Ph.D., Kent State University