Our Mission Statement

The School of Natural Science and Mathematics at Indiana University East supports the missions of Indiana University and of this campus. The primary mission of the division is to provide opportunities for formal learning through instructional programs that lead to the completion of associate and baccalaureate degrees.

The school provides courses and academic advising which lead to degrees in the natural sciences and mathematics including: Bachelor of Science degree in Biology; Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology; Bachelor of Arts in Natural Science and Mathematics with concentrations in Biology, Mathematics or Interdisciplinary Studies. In addition, the school offers minors in biology, environmental studies and chemistry. The school also provides a broad range of courses for degree programs in other schools, such as nursing and education on this campus, and advising and coursework for students planning to transfer to other campuses. The faculty strives to meet the needs of both traditional and non-traditional students by flexible scheduling and by providing a wide range of courses including developmental courses.

Teaching is the primary responsibility of the faculty. The faculty also engages in professional development in order to improve their proficiency in their discipline and their effectiveness in facilitating student learning. Student involvement in research, scholarly activities and extracurricular activities is encouraged. The school encourages and participates in campus activities which foster an increased understanding of science and mathematics. School members also provide professional expertise, resources for problem solving, and support for other organizations, groups, and communities in East Central Indiana.

Approved: April 14, 1994.

Revised: July 17, 2008.