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Biological and Applied Health Sciences at Xavier University of Louisiana

Welcome to the Division of Biological and Applied Health Sciences at Xavier University of Louisiana

The Division of Biological and Applied Health Sciences serves the Xavier community by creating a diverse environment for learning and teaching all aspects of the life sciences and promoting the well-being of human societies and individuals. Students with majors and minors in this division will gain understanding of the molecular, organismal, population, ecological, functional, and phylogenetic facets of life.

Through a diverse environment of learning, teaching, and research, the Division of Biological and Applied Health Sciences advances human and societal well-being at Xavier University. 

Individuals and species each possess characteristics that make them unique.Biology involves studying these organisms, as well as their functions and characteristics. Our health and well-being is impacted by our physical environment, by our individual behaviors, and by an array of elements that work together to influence human health. Among the components of public health are the study of policies as well as individual behavior and choices that impact health.The study of speech pathology is the study of human communication - its normal development, its disorders, and prevention strategies.

Programs of Study
These fields of study are investigated by the division’s three departments, the Department of Biology, the Department of Public Health Sciences, and the Department of Speech Pathology. Students majoring in these subjects will be prepared for careers in a variety of fields in biomedical sciences, public health, and the life sciences. Students also may continue their studies by seeking advanced degrees in medical or other professional schools, or in graduate school. Faculty members in the division are involved in research projects in various fields of biology, public health, and speech pathology. They bring their research expertise into the classroom, and also bring students into the field, laboratory, and clinic to participate with them in their investigations. The Division of Biological and Applied Health Sciences is committed to preparing its students to assume roles of leadership and service in a global society.
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Biological and Applied Health Sciences

504-520-5087

mforooze@xula.edu