Department Mission
Provide Liberal Arts students with a solid background in the fundamentals of both physical and biological science and promote the knowledge, skills and opportunities that support current and emerging STEM fields and careers.
Chair: Leticia ColmenaresStudent Learning Outcomes for the Department
- Demonstrate a functional literacy and understanding of scientific laws, theories and concepts from the biological and physical sciences.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the scientific method through specific applications of
scientific laws, theories and concepts. - Demonstrate an understanding of the philosophy and history of science and the relationships
between science and society. - Apply the knowledge base and tools of science gained through hands-on laboratory experience.
Primary Locations: Hale ‘Imiloa, Hale Uluwehi, and Hale Hokulani
Special Facilities
- Aerospace Exploration La
- Bioprocessing Medicinal Garden Complex
- Climate-controlled Green House
- Golf Course
- Hokulani Imaginarium
- Kuhi La'au
- Lanihuli Observatory
- NASA Flight Training Aerospace Education Laboratory
- Shade House
- Tissue Culture and Plant Biotechnology Lab
Disciplines in the Natural Sciences
Certificates
- Academic Subject Certificate in BioResources and Technology
- Track One: BioResource Development and Management
- Track Two: Plant Biotechnology
- Certificate of Achievement in Veterinary Assisting
- Certificates of Completion in Plant Landscaping and Agricultural Technology
- Certificate of Completion in Subtropical Urban Tree Care
Special Programs
- Bio-Resources and Technology
- Center for Aerospace Education
- Hawaii Space Grant Consortium
- Marine Option Program (MOP)
- Pacific Center for Environmental Studies (PaCES)
Other Resources
- Biological Safety Program - UH System-level office