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Ecological Journeys

Ecological Journeys is a travel course designed to familiarize students with principles of ecology in exotic or unusual environments. Students work together to design and carry out field investigations to be conducted on the trip. Off-campus sites could include the Galapagos Islands, South Africa, Alaska and Costa Rica.

Student Research

At ÐÇ¿ÕÎÞÏÞ´«Ã½, there are many opportunities for undergraduate research and various scholar programs. Visit the Student Research page for more information.

On-Campus Job Opportunities

Many biology students work for the department to earn money. Student workers may:

• Serve as lab assistants for biology courses.
• Prepare materials for labs and maintain inventory of equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Care for plants in the greenhouse and for research animals in the animal care facility.

Most students typically work 10 hours per week, with some working more as schedules permit. These jobs fulfill work-study financial aid requirements. For an application, contact Natural Sciences Administrative Assistant Sue James at 217.424.6230 or sjames@millkin.edu.

Related Student Organizations

Beta Beta Beta: National Biological Honor Society
"Beta Beta Beta (TriBeta) is a society for students, particularly undergraduates, dedicated to improving the understanding and appreciation of biological study and extending boundaries of human knowledge through scientific research." Please see the national website  for more information or contact the faculty advisor, , to join.

Environmental Affairs Council
The Environmental Affairs Council (EAC) is a student environmental group dedicated to protecting the earth's natural resources. They sponsor many programs on campus and in the local area including campus-wide recycling programs.  is the faculty advisor.

Sigma Zeta
Sigma Zeta is a national science and mathematics honor society. It encourages and fosters the attainment of greater knowledge in the fields of science and mathematics; it recognizes outstanding scholastic achievement in these fields through active, graduate, and honorary memberships. See  or the national website  for more information.

ÐÇ¿ÕÎÞÏÞ´«Ã½ has developed strong relationships with environmental organizations across the region including the Agriculture Watershed Institute, Macon County Conservation District, and Illinois Raptor Center. Such partnerships provide opportunities to engage in learning off-campus through internship and/or research opportunities.

Local Organizations

 A local National Audubon Society chapter includes outdoor enthusiasts of all ages. This group meets once a month.

Environmental Affairs Council of ÐÇ¿ÕÎÞÏÞ´«Ã½ University: This student run group organizes a variety of activities, including "Take it or Leave It" end of the semester recycling events, river cleanups, street cleanups, and speakers. (see Facebook page)

: A statewide list of environmental organizations. 

Macon County Community Environmental Council: Community members that are interested in promoting conservation, preservation, restoration and environmental awareness in Macon County. This group has quarterly meetings and numerous activities throughout the year. (see Facebook page)