WE ARE DIVERSE:
Our research interests range from the genetics of mosquito reproduction to protein transport in plants to hereditary hearing loss in humans.
Our backgrounds are in many areas of the biological sciences as well as biostatistics, mathematics and even philosophy.
We have come to MSU from across the United States as well as from several foreign countries.
Some of us are single, some have families, some have spent
time in the work force while others entered graduate school directly after
college graduation.
This diversity means we have a broad range of scientific and personal
experience to draw upon.
Dr. Friderici wtih genetic students Becky Bedilu and Leeyoung Park in the lab
Dr. He with Paula Hauck and Julie Zwiesler-Vollick
INDIVIDUAL:
We are consulted regarding policy changes in the program.We are able to tailor our requirements and coursework to best complement our research interests, with faculty guidance.
The program director is familiar with each student and works to streamline the administrative details associated with graduate education.
Our work environment is respectful, cordial and cooperative.
We play a major part in hosting seminar speakers and prospective students.
We have voting student representatives on many university committees.
In some cases, we comprise the committees.
Sainan
Wei, Leeyoung Park, Chris Vlangos, Becky Lucas, Becky Bedilu at a Genetics
Conference in Baltimore, MD
Alyssa Bumbaugh shows off a poster at a genetics symposium