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Science Department
Handbook
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Directory 5
General Policy 6
Overview of the Science Department 7
Degree Information 8
Academic Support 8
Advisors 8
Registration 9
General Requirements for All Students 10
Additional Ways of Earning University Credit 11
Marywood University Transfer Credits 11
Honors Program 12
Double Major 12
Minor 12
Science Department Credit Transfer Policy 12
Ad Hoc Major 13
Graduate Courses 13
Independent Study 13
Cross-Registration 13
Lab Assistantships 13
Work Study 14
Internship 14
Undergrad Research 14
Registering for Research Related Courses 14
Academic Regulations 15
Course Load 15
Class and Laboratory Attendance Policy 15
Class and Laboratory Cancellation Policy 15
e2Campus 15
Snow Days 16
UG Excused Absences of University Events 16
Academic Standards 17
Grade Review Committee 17
Student Status 18
Confidentiality of Student Records 18
Students with Disabilities 18
Academic Records 18
Academic Appeal 18
Student Grievances & Appeals Policy 19
Academic Honesty 19
Procedures to File a Formal Grievance 20
Transcripts 20
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Change in Student Schedules 20
Withdraw from Courses 21
Undeclared Student Status 21
Change of Major 21
Leave of Absence 21
Withdraw from the University 21
Academic Honors 22
Honors at Commencement 22
Special Awards at Graduation 22
Science Department Awards 23
Student Organizations 24
Health Professions Advisory Committee (HPAC) 25
HPAC Advising 25
HPAC Curriculum 25
Policy on Letters of Recommendation 26
Request for Faculty Letter of Recommendation 26
Degree Requirements 27
BS Biology/Pre-Professional Curriculum Guide 28
Biotechnology Program 29
B.S./M.S. Biotechnology Internal Candidates (5ys) Curriculum Guide 30
M.S. Biotechnology Program Requirements 31
M.S. Biotechnology (External Candidates) 32
BS Biology (Pre-Chiropractic) Curriculum Guide 33
Timeline for Applying to NYCC 34
BS Environmental Science Curriculum Guide 35
BS Medical Laboratory Sciences Curriculum Guide 36
MLS Informational Timeline 37
BS Biology/Secondary Education Curriculum Guide 38
B Pre-Physician Assistant Curriculum Guide 40
Chemistry Minor Curriculum Guide 41
Minor in Science – BS Nutrition Science Program Curriculum Guide 42
Minor in Chemistry – BS ENVS Program Curriculum Guide 43
Minor Elementary Education 44
Science Department Laboratory Policies and Procedures 45
Personal protective Equipment (PPE) 45
Laboratory Clothing 45
Laboratory Coats 45
Eye Protection 46
Emergency Clothing 46
Laboratory Responsibilities 46
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Food and Beverages 46
Laboratory Behavior 46
Personal Hygiene 46
Medical Conditions 46
Leaving the Work Area 46
Working Alone 47
Cell Phone Use 47
Laboratory Access 47
Laboratory Doors 47
Laboratory Equipment 47
Laboratory Instructor Information 47
Purchase Orders for Research Supplies 48
Safety Training 49
Responsibility for Training 49
Safety Rules Agreement 49
Undergraduate Laboratory Assistant Responsibilities 50
Fire Drills and Evacuation 50
Safety Equipment 50
Laboratory Dissection Policy 51
Anatomy and Physiology Model Policy 51
Laboratory Inventory 51
Emergency Action 51
Emergency 911 Phone Access 51
Incident/Accident Reports 51
Employee Incident/Accident Reports 52
Student Incident/Accident Reports 52
Handling Chemicals and Biohazards 52
Laboratory Spills 54
General Housekeeping 56
Hazardous Waste Management 56
Biological Waste Disposal Standard Operating Procedures 56
Special Science Department Standard Operating Procedures 56
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Directory
Marywood University Main Phone # 570-348-6211
Full-Time Faculty and Staff E-mail Address Ext. # CNHS Room # Lisa Antoniacci, Ph.D. lantoniacci@marywood.edu 2565 333
Christopher Brey, Ph.D. cbrey@marywood.edu 2544 331
Deanne Garver, Ph.D. dgarver@marywood.edu 2564 328
Marcie Gaughan, Administrative Assistant mgaughan@marywood.edu 6265 320 A
Mary Lynn Grayeski, Ph.D. grayeski@marywood.edu 4598 337 B
Michael Kiel, Ph.D. Chairperson mkiel@marywood.edu 2478 325
Brian Piatak, D.C. bjpiatak@marywood.edu 2927 326
Monica Pierri-Galvao, Ph.D. mpierrigalvao@marywood.edu 2439 337
Steven Reggie, D.C. sreggie@marywood.edu 2301 327
Mary Ann Smith M.A. masmith@marywood.edu 2528 329
Deborah Wardach, Science Laboratory Manager dlwardach@marywood.edu 4771 104
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General Policy
Marywood University, in accordance with applicable provisions of federal law, does not discriminate on grounds of race, color, national
origin, sex, age, or disability in the administration of any of its educational programs or activities, including admission or with respect
to employment. Inquiries should be directed to:
Dr. Patricia E. Dunleavy
Associate Vice President for Human Resources
Title IX Coordinator and Coordinator of Act 504
Marywood University
Liberal Arts Center, Room 86
Scranton, PA 18509-1598
Phone: 570-348-6220
Fax: 570-961-4740
E-mail: Dunleavy@marywood.edu
Ms. Meghan Cruciani Mr. Ross Novak
Assistant Vice President for Student Success Senior Director of Student Conduct and Residence Life
Deputy Title IX Coordinator Deputy Title IX Coordinator
Marywood University Marywood University
Liberal Arts Center, Room 227 The Tony Domiano Center for Student Life
Scranton, PA 18509-1598 Scranton, PA 18509-1598
Phone: 570-340-6043 Phone: 570-348-6236
Fax: 570-340-6073 Email: rnovak@marywood.edu
Email: cruciani@marywood.edu
Marywood University is committed to meeting the spirit and standards of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Students with
disabilities are eligible for reasonable accommodations per Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the ADA of 1990.
Adjustments may be requested by contacting the Associate Director of Student Support Services, 570-348-6211, ext. 2335.
Copies of guidelines pertaining to the provision of services and those pertaining to appeals procedures are available in the Office of the
Associate Director of Student Support Services, in the offices of the academic deans, and at the Circulation Desk in the Learning
Resources Center.
Students may also reference Accommodating Students with Disabilities policy in the University Calendar/Student Handbook.
The University reserves the right to change requirements or regulations, including tuition and fees, as necessary, at any time, giving
such notice as is reasonably practical under the circumstances. Students must fulfill all prevailing degree or program requirements.
At any time during the course of an academic semester, a student may consult with the Science Department Chair for clarification of
these policies and procedures.
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Overview of the Science Department
Mission Statement
The mission of the Science department is to produce open-minded persons with specific knowledge and technical skills that relate to
the natural world, and to provide an in-depth understanding of scientific advances that currently affect society. Science and non-science
students are provided scientific literacy and are encouraged to utilize their scientific education in a globally responsible manner.
Program Goals
The mission of the Science Department is to produce open-minded persons with specific knowledge and technical skills that relate to
the natural world, and to provide an in-depth understanding of scientific advances that currently affect society. Science and non-science
students are provided scientific literacy, and are encouraged to utilize their scientific education in a globally responsible manner.
The materials and information presented in this Science Handbook
are to be considered as an agreement between the student and the Department of Science.
Marywood University Department of Science reserves the right to: Change requirements for Admission, Progression and Graduation as outlined in this bulletin
Change arrangements, scheduling and content of courses
Determine books and outlines used
Formulate school regulations and policies affecting students
All changes in existing school policies will be communicated to students before they become effective. Students are
expected to be in compliance with current policies as they become effective.
Marywood University intends to: Provide a value based context for university experiences.
Foster an awareness and appreciation of the pluralistic nature of contemporary society.
Provide a supportive and welcoming environment to a diverse academic community.
Prepare people for socially responsible leadership roles.
Provide challenging instructional programs.
Inspire a sense of personal responsibility for responding to social justice issues.
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Candidacy Requirements
Degree Information
A candidate for a baccalaureate degree must present a minimum of 126 under-graduate credits of college work that fulfill all general
and departmental requirements; 60 of these credits must be earned from Marywood. Ordinarily, at least one-half of the credits
required for a major must be earned at Marywood University. For graduation, the cumulative quality point average (QPA) must be at
least 2.0. Courses must be selected so that the requirements of at least one major program are fulfilled with a QPA of 2.33. Some
programs require higher a QPA than the general school requirement. Consult this handbook for individual program descriptions,
curriculum guides, and information about these exceptions. Registration Form Sign Off Sheet for Over 18 Credits
Second Baccalaureate Degree A student who holds a baccalaureate degree from Marywood University or another accredited school may pursue a second
baccalaureate degree. Acceptable credits from the first degree will be applied to the second degree; however, in all cases, at least 60
additional credits will be required for the second degree. The second degree program must also include one complete major program.
Degree Completion and Commencement Degrees are granted in January, May, and August. All degree requirements must be fulfilled by the published deadline for each
graduation date. There is one commencement ceremony each year, and students must apply to participate.
Students intending to complete degree requirements must formally register as degree candidates at the time of their final semester’s
registration.
University Graduation Requirements A student must earn a minimum of 126 credits in order to graduate. Included in this number are one’s major and minor program
requirements, which vary from program to program, as well as up to 46 credits of general requirements (depending on possible
waivers). Students in programs requiring less than 126 total credits will be expected to fulfill the remaining credit in other ways-such
as with additional electives, a second major or a minor.
Academic Support Changes in Student Schedules At the beginning of each semester there is a scheduled period during which a student may withdraw from courses and receive a refund.
The student may be admitted to another course or change from audit to credit status during the first academic week of a semester. A
student should consult with his/her academic advisor before adding or dropping a course. Schedule change forms are available at the
Office of Academic Records, or the student can process the change using the online MarywoodYou portal registration system.
Procedures and relevant dates are published by the register.
Academic Advisors All students are assigned an academic advisor at the beginning of their studies at Marywood. In nearly all cases, advisors are full-time
faculty of the department in which the student is majoring. Academic advisors have the responsibility of assisting students with
programs of study which will meet student needs and capabilities as well as school and department requirements. Each semester,
faculty advisors meet with students to develop schedules of courses prior to registration for the upcoming sessions. Academic advisors
also play an important role in providing direction, support and referrals for specialized assistance, if necessary
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Registration Please visit the Registrar’s we b page for specific dates to register. International students and students with disabilities may receive
additional academic advising support. Students interested in these services should contact the appropriate office on campus for
information. It is the student's responsibility to notify both the Academic Registrar and the Science Department Secretary of any
change in name, address, phone number, or marital status. Prior to a student’s first semester at Marywood, a faculty or professional
staff advisor assists the student in the preparation of his/her first schedule. Continuing students receive registration materials prior to
each session and schedule an appointment with their academic advisors before registering online or at the Office of Academic
Records. The links below will take you to registration information and forms you will need. Included is a link to information about Student Planning a valuable new tool for planning a student's program of study and processing their registration.
Registration Information for Graduate and Undergraduate Students
http://www.marywood.edu/registrar/Fall-2015-Registration/
Registration Form
http://www.marywood.edu/dotAsset/272557.pdf
Undergraduate Registration Form http://www.marywood.edu/dotAsset/1f1730ba-
830f-405e-b0f4-1c18c2991b8e.pdf
How to Use the Student Portal
http://www.marywood.edu/dotAsset/75c064f3-4476-4e9d-9124-2ce0a9161cb7.pdf
Student Planning
http://www.marywood.edu/dotAsset/6928d3bf-6a0d-4174-b1a7-be90fb62a80e.pdf
Undergraduate Students Use your MarywoodYOU portal to review your academic profile information prior to meeting with your academic advisor. A link
for Program Evaluation is available in the Academic Profile section of your student portal. This gives you the ability to audit your
progress toward degree completion. If you receive an error message in running the evaluation, report the problem in writing to
Academic Records so that they can work with your academic department to determine the issue. In the interim, you should review
your completed coursework under the transcript option in the Academic Profile. You should also check the Schedule of Classes online.
Make an appointment with your advisor two weeks prior to your registration date.
All advisors will have a sign-up sheet posted outside his/her office door for advisees to choose a day and time. Each student should
print his/her name, email address and phone number on the sign-up sheet. Since it is necessary for the advisor to review the student’s
file before the appointment, no appointments will be taken without a 24-hour advance notice. If a student is unable to keep the
appointment, he/she is asked to contact the advisor or the Science Department Administrative Assistant. It is the student’s
responsibility to meet with his/her advisor at least one time each semester. The Science Department will not assume any responsibility
for students who do not show up for advisement.
Consult the Registrar’s webpage to determine when registration begins via the MarywoodYou portal or at Academic Records, LAC 90.
All financial obligations must be met before you register. If you encounter a problem when attempting to register, please contact the
Cashier’s Office with questions pertaining to your financial status at (570) 348-6212. After your registration has been processed, you
may print a copy of your schedule through your MarywoodYou student portal account.
Students whose major QPA is less than 2.33 after completing four major courses (16 credits) will not be permitted to register for upper
level major courses until the minimum QPA of 2.33 is earned.
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Ultimately, it is the student’s responsibility to meet all requirements for his or her major program and general requirements for all
students. Marywood University is committed to helping students become active in this decision -making process.
I. First Year Experience UNIV 100 – 1 credit
ENGL 160 – 3 credits
General Requirements for All Students
Liberal Arts Core
II. The Human Condition in its Ultimate Relationships
Religious Studies # - 6 credits
RST 100 Modern Belief and one other course above the 100 level Philosophy # - 6 credits
PHIL 113 Introduction to Philosophy and one other course offered by the department
III. The Human Condition in the Context of the Physical Universe
Mathematics – 3 credits
Science – 3 credits
Some Science courses have a required one credit laboratory component. Students pursuing these courses will earn three
credits for the lecture. They will earn one credit for the lab which is graded independently. It is important to note that
some majors require Science Courses which include a lab. In addition to tuition, there are laboratory fees.
IV. The Human Condition in Relation to Self and the Social Structure
Social Science #
(Psychology 211, Economics, Sociology, Political Science, Anthropology, Criminology or any other social science course.)
V. The Human Condition in its Cultural Context
Literature # - 6 credits
ENGL 180 Introduction to World Literature and one 300-level course offered by the department
Foreign Language # - 6 credits
Both classes must be in the same language. A student who has completed four years of the same foreign language in
high school may take just one, three-credit course to satisfy the foreign language requirement. That course must be
above the 212 level.
Fine Arts # - 3 credits
VI. The Human Condition in its Historical Context
History # - 6 credits
TOTAL = 46 credits
*Please be sure to check the Curriculum Guide for your specific major.
One course in a student’s curriculum must fulfill a Global Studies requirement; Global courses may also fulfill the requirement for one
of the courses above that is marked with a hashmark (#)
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Additional Ways of Earning University Credit Marywood University adheres to the principles outlined in the “Joint Statement on the Transfer and Award of Credit” recommended
by the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers, American Council on Education, and Council for
Higher Education Accreditation.
Academic credits, graduate or undergraduate, may be accepted in direct transfer for colleges and universities depending upon their
quality, comparability, and applicability to the student’s program of study. Professional staff from the Office of the Registrar will work
in tandem with faculty within the specific discipline to assess the appropriateness of course content vis-à-vis the Marywood University
curriculum.
Marywood University recognizes that people learn in a variety of settings and that some students approach the university experience
with college-level learning acquired outside the traditional classroom.
Academic credit or waiver for other college-level learning can be awarded through a variety of programs, such as standardized testing
through CLEP, DANTES, DSSST, and Advanced Placement (AP). Some departments allow challenge exams and place-out exams.
Students may be able to present a portfolio to show that they have acquired college-level learning for particular courses. Consult the
Marywood Catalog for more specific information on the standardized tests and portfolios.
None of these means of earning credit are included in the minimum number of credits which must be earned at Marywood University
in order to receive a degree.
Marywood subscribes to the standards for quality assurance set forth by the Council for Adult and Experiential Learning.
Additional information is available from the Coordinator of Prior Learning Assessment.
Transfer Credits In order for credits to be transferred to Marywood from other colleges and universities, the courses must be college-level, and a
minimum grade of C is required (A grade of C- is not transferable.) Transferable courses must be equivalent to courses offered at
Marywood and appropriate to meet degree requirements in a student’s major. Some course credits may transfer only as general
electives. Grades do not transfer, only credits. A student’s quality point average (QPA) at Marywood University depends on courses
taken at Marywood or through a formal Consortium agreement such as that with the University of Scranton.
Credits older than 20 years may be approved for transfer if it is determined that the course content is still relevant. College-level
credits earned within 20 years of a student’s acceptance to Marywood are usually transferable. Some courses (e.g., science) will not
transfer if taken more than seven years previous to entry into Marywood. Credits required for the student’s major will be transferred if
the course content is judged suitable by the chair of the department involved. The Authorization for Transfer of Credit (both
Undergraduate and Graduate) forms are available on-line. Please refer to the specific form for instructions for completion and the
signatures required for processing. You will need Adobe Acrobat to be able to view or print these forms. Science Majors must take all
science courses at Marywood University. Only under unusual circumstances, for sufficient reason, and with special permission of the
Chairperson of the Science Department may a science course be taken off campus.
All laboratory and lecture courses must be taken concurrently. In rare instances, the department chairperson may give a student
permission to register for only one component of the course, providing he/she sign a waiver form.
Please consult the Marywood catalog for more specific information regarding Challenge and place-out exams and AP exams.
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Individual Options
Honors Program Students who have achieved high grades in high school and high standardized test scores may be eligible for Honors courses. The
Honors Program enhances academic and research opportunities for students. For more information on the honors program, double
majors, minors, ad hoc majors, independent study, field experience, cross registration, study abroad, the Intensive English Program at
Marywood and credit for professional, personal enrichment or transfer, please check program listing in the Marywood Catalog.
A minimum of 24 Honors credits is required to earn an Honors Degree. A Senior Honors Thesis (3 cr.), the topic of which is related
to the student's major program is also required. Students pursuing an Honors Degree must maintain a minimum overall Q.P.A. of
3.25. Qualified science majors who wish to enroll in a science course for Honors credit must adhere to the following procedure:
The student is required to seek approval from:
1. The science faculty member who teaches the course
2. The Science Department Chairperson
3. The Director of the Honors Program
After approval has been granted, the student will then register for the course designated as Honors (H) (i.e. Biol H446). A student
may withdraw from an Honors course during the regular Add/Drop period at the University. When the Add/Drop period has
passed, the student who is registered for the Honors course is held accountable for the additional requirements of the Honors course.
For more information on the Honors Program, please check the Marywood Catalog.
Double Major A student may elect to have a double major, in which the requirements for two distinct major programs are fully met within one
degree program. The student arranges the programs with the support of both department chairpersons. Typically, the student
applies to the appropriate chairperson for entrance into the second major after the end of the first year. Application forms are
available at the Academic Records Office.
Minor Programs Students who minor in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, or Science must maintain a minimum QPA of 2.33 in minor
courses. All lecture and laboratory courses must be taken concurrently.
The following minors are offered:
1. Chemistry/B.S. Biology, B.S. Biotechnology, B.S. Environmental Science
2. Environmental Science/S.S. Biology
3. Biology/Majors other than Science
4. Science/Nutrition and Dietetics
Science Department Credit Transfer Policy
A maximum of 16 science transfer credits will be accepted by the Science Department, with more credits accepted at the discretion of the
department chair, as applicable toward any of the major science degree programs. Students from other colleges and/or universities who
wish to transfer into the Science Department must have earned a minimum grade of C+ in each science course. Undeclared and/or
students from other majors at Marywood must have earned a minimum QPA of 2.50 to transfer into the Science Department. Once a
transfer student is accepted into the Science Department, all future science courses must be taken at Marywood. Only in rare
circumstances, for sufficient reason and with special permission from the chairperson, may a science course be taken off campus.
A maximum of eight science transfer credits will be accepted by the Science Department as applicable toward any of the minor programs.
The student must have earned a minimum grade of C+ in each science course accepted as transfer credits.
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Ad Hoc Major When students believe that their unique educational objectives cannot be fully attained by choosing one of the existing major programs,
they may devise an ad hoc pattern of courses. A form for an ad hoc proposal should be obtained from the Deans’ Offices or
department chairs. The program must be approved by the participating department chairpersons and submitted to the appropriate
dean for approval. Ad Hoc major programs usually require 45-60 credits. They are typically designed during the student’s sophomore
year.
Graduate Courses Undergraduate students who have senior status (completed 90 credits or more) may be permitted to take up to 12 graduate credits with
the permission of the department chair and appropriate dean. Students requesting permission must have a minimum of 3.00 GPA. The
opportunity to take graduate credits may be advantageous for students in moving through a graduate program more rapidly or for
students who seek greater challenge in their senior year. Graduate credits must meet undergraduate degree requirements to be covered
by financial aid. Questions about financial aid implications should be directed to the Office of Financial Aid.
Pre-Physician Assistant Programs Please refer to the Pre-Physician Assistant Curriculum Guide for specific requirements which can be found in the Degree Requirement
section of this handbook.
Independent Study The Science Department provides an opportunity for qualified students (minimum major and overall Q.P.A. of 3.0) to engage in
Independent Research under the supervision of a science faculty member. Students have the option of enrolling in BIOL 499/ENVS
499/CHEM 499 Independent Study for 1, 2 or 3 credits. Students align themselves with an appropriate faculty mentor. In addition,
the student must submit an outline of the proposed study to the Department Chairperson for approval.
Cross Registration Degree-seeking undergraduate students are allowed to enroll in courses at the University of Scranton for up to six credits within a
calendar year. Unlike transfer credits from other colleges, grades earned through cross registration with the University of Scranton are
calculated into a student’s QPA. Students participating in this program complete all registration through the Office of the Registrar at
Marywood. Information, assistance, and registration forms are available at the Office of the Registrar.
Please consult the Marywood catalog for more specific information regarding the following programs: Study Abroad, Intensive English and Credit for Professional, Personal Enrichment or Transfer.
Lab Assistantships Qualified science majors (major QPA of at least a 3.0 is required) are needed during the academic year to serve as laboratory
assistants. Each laboratory assistant works in a specialized laboratory (Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Microbiology, etc.) under the
direct supervision of the Laboratory Manager. The position of laboratory assistant is a valuable experience, since it provides an
opportunity to gain knowledge and skills beyond the classroom setting. Laboratory assistants are selected on the basis of merit by
the Laboratory Manager and Department Chairperson. A major QPA of at least 3.0 is required to retain a lab assistant position.
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Work Study Program The Work Study Program supports many of the available lab assistant positions. Work Study must be applied for through the
Marywood University Human Resources – Work Study Web Page. Follow the Steps to Make it Happen. The Science Department
may provide financing for a limited number of qualified students (major QPA of at least a 3.0 is required) who are ineligible for the
Work Study Program. Interested students must apply through the Marywood University Human Resources – Work
Study Web Page and follow the steps to make it happen. Once the Human Resources O ffice contacts you that you are
not eligible for work study, please contact the Science Laboratory Manager and inquire about non -work study
positions.
Internships Students are strongly advised to participate in internships that are related to their major areas of study. BIOL 498/ENVS
498/CHEM498 Internship allows students to earn 3 credits for their work. Students are required to have a minimum major QPA and
overall QPA of 3.0. A science faculty member monitors the activity and assigns a grade.
Undergraduate Research BIOL 454/ENVS 454/CHEM 454 Undergraduate Research is an elective open to science majors whose major QPA and overall QPA is
at least 3.0. Adherence to the following guidelines is mandatory:
The student must choose a research topic and a mentor who directs all aspects of the investigation by the end of junior year.
In addition, the student must meet with the Science Department Chairperson to receive approval for the proposed project.
The research project must be a library/laboratory-based investigation, which involves data collection.
Students register for BIOL 454/ENVS 454/CHEM 454 Undergraduate Research for 2 credits in the semester in which the
research will be completed.
At the conclusion of the research activity the student is required to submit a written report to his/her mentor for final evaluation, or
provide a presentation to the Science department. The student may be asked to give a public presentation of the research investigation.
A copy of the research will be filed in the Science Department.
Procedure for Registering for Research Related Courses 1) View scheduled offerings and thus faculty members listed for the upcoming semester (e.g. BIOL 455, 454, 499)
2) From the Science dept. website examine the research activities and interests for those faculty listed (look up the faculty member you
wish to work with)
3) Meet with that faculty member, to request participation in the upcoming semester
4) If approved by that professor, obtain an approval note from him/her
5) Bring note to dept. chair for final approval.
6) Bring notes to your advising session, so your advisor can sign off on the registered research course and your other courses.
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Academic Regulations
Course Load A full-time student carries from 12-18 semester hours of credit in both fall and spring semesters. Credits in excess of 18 require the
approval of the appropriate dean, who will base the decision on such factors as grades, distribution of courses, extracurricular activities,
health, and outside employment of the student. A maximum of six semester hours can be taken in a summer session.
Class and Laboratory Attendance Policy Marywood University affirms all learning experiences that lead to responsible self-direction on the part of students. The purpose of
attendance regulations is to support each student in sharing the exchange of ideas that occurs only within the classroom. Therefore
Marywood encourages all students to attend class regularly and urges all professors to establish attendance and participation
requirements for each course they teach. Course attendance requirements will be clearly specified and communicated to the students
in the course outline. Abuses of attendance policies will be referred to the appropriate dean for final judgment.
Students are expected to attend all classes and laboratory sessions (including laboratory check in and check out). On rare occasions
and only for sufficient reason, students may be granted an "excused absence." Course attendance requirements are clearly specified in
each faculty member's course and laboratory syllabus. Unexcused absences may affect a student's final grade. Absences should be
reported to the class instructor or the Science Department Administrative Assistant (570) 348-6265. Abuses of the attendance policy
are formally reported to the Assistant Director of Student Development Services
Class and Laboratory Cancellation Policy In the event an instructor is unable to conduct their class and/or laboratory, they must email the students, Department Chairperson,
Laboratory Manager (if applicable), Dean’s Secretary and Science Secretary. It is also the Laboratory Instructor’s responsibility to make
arrangements (if possible) to have another part-time or full-time Science Faculty member cover their laboratory session when they are
not able.
e2campus Notification System
e2campus is a state-of-the-art notification system that sends notifications instantly and simultaneously to you.
All users receive these notifications:
Weather cancellations and delays
Emergency conditions
Changes in parking conditions
Optional notifications:
Student Activities
Resident Student Announcements
Commuter Student Announcements
Fricchione Day Care
Registrar's News & Dates
Saturday Classes
Central PA program at Bloomsburg
Lehigh Valley program at DeSales
Reading program at Alvernia
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You may choose to receive notifications on your
mobile phone (text messages)
e-mail address
Google, Yahoo, WindowsLive or AOL home page
Snow Days In case of bad weather, students should call Marywood's Snow Information Line at (570) 961-4SNO. This phone
line message will indicate the following:
if Marywood is operating according to its normal class schedule
if classes are on a compressed schedule
if classes are canceled
or other important information about meetings, conferences, extra-curricular activities, etc. Commuter students should use their own discretion about traveling when the University is operating on a regular
schedule during bad weather. Students should check with course instructors about how their decisions will affect
their academic performance.
Undergraduate Excused Absences for University Events In order to have a more holistic university experience, undergraduate students may have one hour, technically 50 minutes, of excused
absence per credit of each course taken or one entire lab session to participate in important departmental or University sponsored
events. This means students within specified guidelines should have an opportunity to make up missed exams given during their
excused absences without penalty. Arrangements should also be made so that students will not be penalized for unannounced quizzes
and other in-class assignments given during their excused absences. Events such as post season competitions may exceed minimum
excused absence hours. It is the student’s responsibility to pursue the instructor to make arrangements for all make-up work. It is the
faculty member’s prerogative to allow for additional absences for other reasons such as illness, death in family, etc. Unless otherwise
clearly specified, the student will be expected to assume that s/he will not be allowed more than the absences protected by this policy.
If the student does not have at least a C average at the time of the class immediately prior to the excused absence event, the professor
has the prerogative of not excusing the absence.
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Academic Standards
A student must attain a cumulative quality point average (QPA) of 2.00 to satisfy degree requirements. A minimum of 2.33 is
required in one’s major. All science majors must maintain a minimum QPA of 2.33 in major courses (Primary QPA). Students whose major QPA is less than 2.33 after completing four major courses (16 credits) may not be permitted to register for upper level major courses until the minimum QPA of 2.33 is earned. In addition, students who do not receive a satisfactory grade in an upper level course or who drop a course may repeat one course, one time, space permitting.
GRADE REVIEW COMMITTEE
The Grade Review Committee (GRC) in the Science Department reviews the science majors' grades at the end of each academic
semester. Letters are sent to students whose QPA is less than 2.33. A student who has a QPA below 2.33 will be placed on academic
probation for two semesters. At the end of the probation period, he/she will be re-evaluated and a decision will be made about
his/her status as a student in the Science Department. The GRC reserves the right to tell a student who does not achieve a 2.33
primary QPA after the probation period that it is no longer feasible for he/she to continue as a Science Major and that he/she should
seek another major. The GRC will also evaluate Pre-PA majors in accordance with the 3.0 average QPA (major courses) that is needed
for PA MS consideration. In addition, students who receive grades of (D, D+, C-, C, & C+) may be notified stating the
recommendation of the committee. The Science Department strongly recommends that students retake any major courses in which a
grade of “D” or “D+” has been issued. Once a grade of “D” or “D+” is received, it is difficult to raise the primary QPA unless the
course is retaken. In some instances, the GRC will state that a student must retake a course or courses, especially students who do not
achieve a 2.33 after completing four major courses (16 credits). In addition, congratulatory letters are sent to all currently enrolled
students who have earned a primary QPA above 3.5. Approved by Faculty: Effective September 1, 1996 (Revised: January, 2002)
Please refer to the Marywood University Catalog for additional/detailed grading information.
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Classified Students
Student Status
Students who have applied to and have been formally admitted by the Office of Admissions of the University to pursue a degree
program are classified as follows:
First year student – 0-29 credits completed
Sophomore – 30-59 credits completed
Junior – 60-89 credits completed
Senior – 90 or more credits completed
The status of matriculating students is indicated by the name associated with the number of credits earned.
Unclassified Students Unclassified students may be taking courses for personal enrichment, transfer credit, and other non•degree purposes or in special
educational programs offered through the University. Also designated as unclassified are students who are admitted under special
conditions. The status of these students is indicated by the code UN (Unclassified) rather than according to the number of credits
earned.
Confidentiality of Student Records Marywood University intends to comply fully with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974 as amended. This
act was designated to protect the privacy of educational records, to establish the right of students to inspect and review their
education records and to provide guidelines for the correction of inaccurate or misleading data through informal and formal hearings.
A policy statement explains in detail the procedures used by Marywood for compliance with the provisions of the act. Copies of the
policy statement can be found in the Office of the Registrar and the Offices of the Deans.
Students with Disabilities Marywood University will provide an accommodation to students with documented disabilities, provided the accommodation does not
pose an undue hardship on the University. A student may request accommodation by submitting documentation to the Office of
Student Support Services or, if a prospective student, to University Admissions. For more information, please contact the Office of
Student Support Services.
Academic Records A student who believes that an error has been made in assignment of a grade must initiate immediate contact with the instructor of the
course; any changes made by the faculty member must be made within 90 days of the end of the semester for which the grade was
assigned, or in case of the resolution of an “I” or “X” grade, within 90 days of the filing of that grade. The student is responsible for
reporting in writing to the Office of Academic Records any other error on the academic record within 30 days after a grade or other
academic record report is issued to the student. Marywood University will not be liable for unreported errors on student records.
Academic Appeal Students with sufficient cause to file an academic appeal should initiate the process according to the procedures established for such
action. Academic Appeals procedures are available from all department offices and in the Offices of the Deans. Grade appeals must be
made within 90 days of the end of the semester in which the grade was assigned.
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Student Grievances and Appeals Policy A student who has a grievance has the right to pursue that grievance through the University's Academic Appeals Policy and Procedure.
The procedural steps to be followed in order to resolve the grievance are:
1. The student contacts the individual faculty member involved and attempts to resolve the grievance.
2. If no resolution was arrived at between the student and the individual faculty member, the student then forwards a written
description of the nature of the grievance to the Department Chairperson.
3. The Department Chairperson will then set up a meeting with himself/herself, the student and the faculty member.
4. If the issue is still not resolved, the Academic Dean will be notified.
The previously mentioned procedural steps will resolve most grievances. However, two additional steps are available:
1. A Review Committee may be convened by the Dean to resolve the grievance.
2. An appeal may be made directly to the President.
The Academic Appeals Policy and Procedure is available in the Dean's Office and in the Science Department Chairperson's Office.
Academic Honesty The Marywood University community functions best when its members treat one another with honesty, fairness, and trust. The entire
community, students and faculty alike, recognize the necessity and accept the responsibility for academic honesty. Students must realize
that deception for individual gain is an offense against the entire community. Cheating and plagiarism are behaviors destructive of the
learning process and of the ethical standards expected of all students at both the graduate and undergraduate levels.
Students have a responsibility to know and adhere to the University’s Academic Honesty policy. Violations of this academic honesty
statement or the intent of this statement carry consequences. University procedures for investigation of alleged violations of this policy
ensure that students are protected from arbitrary or capricious disciplinary action. Initial sanctions for violations of academic honesty
ordinarily are determined by the course instructor. The faculty member will employ a range of sanctions, from a minimum of a failing
grade for the specific coursework in which the infraction occurred to a maximum of a failing grade for the entire course.
If necessary, the chairperson and/or academic dean may become involved in investigating the allegation of academic dishonesty and the
determination of sanctions.
The faculty member will file a report with the office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs, with copy to the faculty member’s
department chairperson and the student’s academic dean. Sanctions determined by the instructor may include a grade of F for the
coursework in which the infraction occurred. An academic dean may choose at any time to inform the Dean of Students of charges of
academic dishonesty for adjudication in the University conduct system. Likewise, a member of the University community may submit a
conduct report against a student, group of students, or student organization for alleged violations of the Academic Honesty policy to the
Dean of Students, who will inform the appropriate academic dean for possible adjudication. The Vice President for Academic Affairs
will maintain a register of established cases of academic dishonesty in order to identify an individual student’s pattern of
violation. Two established cases of academic dishonesty will result in suspension from the University; three established cases will result
in dismissal.
In a case in which the student is involved with violations of both academic and conduct policies from the same incident, the Dean of
Students and the cognizant Academic Dean of the college or school in which the student is enrolled will confer regarding sanctions to
assess their academic impact and to assure that a consistent message is communicated to the student.
Definition Cheating is defined as but not limited to the following:
1. having unauthorized material and/or electronic devices during an examination without the permission of the instructor;
2. copying from another student or permitting copying by another student in a testing situation;
3. communicating exam questions to another student;
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4. completing an assignment for another student, or submitting an assignment done by another student, e.g., exam, paper,
laboratory or computer report;
5. collaborating with another student in the production of a paper or report designated as an individual assignment;
6. submitting work purchased from a commercial paper writing service;
7. submitting out-of-class work for an in-class assignment;
8. changing grades or falsifying records;
9. stealing or attempting to steal exams or answer keys, or retaining exams without authorization;
10.submitting an identical assignment to two different classes without the permission of the instructors;
11. falsifying an account of data collection unless instructed to do so by the course instructor;
12. creating the impression, through improper referencing, that the student has read material that was not read;
13. artificially contriving material or data and submitting them as fact;
14. failing to contribute fairly to group work while seeking to share in the credit;
15. Collaborating on assignments that were not intended to be collaborative.
Additional examples of violations of Academic Honesty may include the provision of material to another person with knowledge of
improper use, possessing another student's work without permission, selling or buying material for class assignments, changing another
student's assignment, forging a signature on official academic documents, and altering any official student record including grades.
Plagiarism is defined as the offering as one’s own work the words, sentence structure, ideas, existing imagery, or arguments of another
person without appropriate attribution by quotation, reference, or footnote. It includes quoting, paraphrasing, or summarizing the
works of others without appropriate citation. No claim of ignorance about the nature of plagiarism will excuse a violation.
Procedures to File a Formal Grievance The student has a right to appeal sanctions resulting from academic dishonesty. A student who decides to file a formal grievance must
submit the request in writing to the departmental chair or the dean. This is ordinarily done within thirty working days of the date an
alleged incident occurred or a problem began. The necessary form is available from the Academic Dean of the college or school where
the alleged problem occurred. The Vice President for Academic Affairs is the final recourse in the academic appeal process.
Transcripts A transcript is issued only upon the written request of the student. A transcript form (or letter) should be submitted for each transcript
requested. Request forms are available at the Office of Academic Records and on the registrar’s web page. An official transcript (one
bearing the University seal) is sent directly to the school district, business, etc. indicated by the student. An unofficial student copy may
be sent directly to a student upon request. A fee is charged for each transcript. Marywood University will not forward the transcript of
any student who has a financial indebtedness to the University.
Changes in Student Schedules At the beginning of each semester there is a scheduled (add/drop) period during which a student may withdraw from courses and
receive a refund. The student may be admitted to another course or change from audit to credit status during the first academic week
of a semester. A student should consult with his/her academic advisor before adding or dropping a course. Change of
Student Schedule forms are available at the Office of Academic Records or the student can process the change using the WEB
registration system. Procedures and relevant dates are published by the registrar. Please visit the Registrar’s webpage.
Schedule of Classes
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Withdrawal from Courses Students may withdraw from full semester courses at any time during the semester up to three weeks after quarterly examinations as
scheduled in the institutional calendar. The specific withdrawal deadline date is published each semester. A student who discontinues
attendance in a course without officially withdrawing will receive an “F*” in that course.
Undeclared Student Status Students admitted to Marywood University, who are undecided about their major field of study or who, at the time of admission to the
university, do not meet the admission standards of the major desired will be categorized as undeclared. Undeclared status is not a
major, and students cannot receive a degree in this category. It is advisable for students to declare a major early in their university
experience. It is recommended that first year students declare a major by the completion of 32 credits or the end of their first year. It is
recommended that transfer students declare a major by the completion of 16 Marywood credits. Postponing the declaration of a major
can delay degree completion. In addition, financial aid can be affected if degree programs are not completed within an appropriate time
frame. In order to declare one’s major, a declaration of major form should be obtained from the Academic Records Office, completed
and returned to that office.
Undeclared students and students from other majors must have earned a minimum QPA of 2.33 to transfer into the Science
Department.
Change of Major Students are registered for the major reflected on the online Student Information System. Those who wish to change majors must
complete the appropriate form, obtained online (online forms for students) or at the Office of Academic Records. Students are
required to obtain the signature of the chairperson(s) of the department(s) involved and deliver the completed form to the Registrar’s
Office.
Leave of Absence Matriculating students who will not be registered for Marywood credit during a given semester (fall/spring) should apply for a leave of
absence. This includes:
1. students who officially withdraw from courses but plan to resume their education at Marywood within two years; 2. students who obtain credit from another institution in conjunction with a Marywood program;
3. students who for any other reason will not be registered at the University for a semester or more
Upon formal approval of the leave, a specific termination date by which a student must either enroll again or request an extension is
assigned. A leave of absence, including extensions, is not given for more than two years. A student who does not enroll by the end of
the leave of absence is considered to have voluntarily withdrawn from the University. The maximum of two years allowed on leave of
absence applies even when those sessions are not consecutive. Forms for leave of absence are available online.
Withdrawal from the University To withdraw from the University, a student must complete an official withdrawal form available online. Absence from class does not
constitute notice of withdrawal. A student who discontinues attendance at classes without an official withdrawal will receive a grade
of “F*” in all subjects concerned. A former student may request reactivation within two years after withdrawal. After two years it is
necessary to reapply to the University through the Admissions Office. The catalog which is current at that time will apply and
previously earned academic credits will be evaluated in light of their age and applicability to the current curriculum.
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Academic Honors Twice a year the Deans’ List is announced. The Deans’ List is based on semester QPA. To merit Deans’ List, a matriculating student
must attain a quality point average of 4.00 to 3.50 on 12 or more graded credits. Part-time students may be considered upon
accumulation of 12 or more graded credits. Any student designated as unclassified or with an “I,” an “X” or “U” grade on her/his
record is not eligible. Additionally students must have 12 credits of graded course work.
Honors at Commencement
The degrees of Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Social Work, Bachelor of Science in Nursing,
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Business Administration, Bachelor of Environmental Design in Architecture, and Bachelor of
Architecture are awarded in three grades of honor:
• with distinction, cum laude 3.50 - 3.74 cumulative QPA
• with high distinction, magna cum laude 3.75 - 3.89 cumulative QPA
• with highest distinction, summa cum laude 3.90 - 4.00 cumulative QPA
These distinctions are awarded on the basis of the student’s cumulative average in all subjects. For students attending Commencement
in May, any and all honors are determined on grades from the preceding semester. Students entering with advanced standing from
other colleges and universities are not eligible for these honors until they have completed at least 60 credits at Marywood University.
SPECIAL AWARDS AT GRADUATION
Medal for Excellence in Biological Studies founded in memory of Sister Maria Laurence Maher, I.H.M. on behalf of her family
members. The criteria for the award are:
Primary major QPA of 3.33
Overall Marywood QPA of 3.50
Active membership in one or more department student clubs
Participated in a student research project or internship
Service to the department (lab assistant, work-study, tutor, club officer, etc.)
Sister M. Sylvia Morgan Medical for Pre Medical Studies founded by Elizabeth King Young Arvad, M.D.
The criteria for the award are:
Primary major (biology/biotechnology) QPA of 3.33
Overall Marywood QPA of 3.50
Active membership in Biology club
Participated in a student research project or internship
Service to the department (lab assistant, work-study, tutor, club officer, etc.)
Preference will be given to any student who has been accepted to medical school
Philip E. Mulry Medal for Excellence in Chemistry founded by the Mulry family in memory of Philip E. Mulry, Sr.
The criteria for the award are:
Primary major QPA of 3.33; minor in chemistry
Overall Marywood QPA of 3.50
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Active membership in one or more department student clubs
Participated in a student research project or internship
Service to the department (lab assistant, work-study, tutor, club officer, etc.)
Science Department Awards
Award for Excellence in Biotechnology
Primary QPA of 3.33
Overall Marywood QPA of 3.50
Service to the department (lab assistant, work-study, tutor, club officer, etc.)
Award for Excellence in Environmental Science
Primary QPA of 3.33
Overall Marywood QPA of 3.50
Service to the department (lab assistant, work-study, tutor, club officer, etc.)
Award for Excellence in Science Education
Primary QPA of 3.33
Overall Marywood QPA of 3.50
Service to the department (lab assistant, work-study, tutor, club officer, etc.)
Sr. Anitra Award for Excellence in Human Anatomy & Physiology
Combined QPA of 3.33 in Human Gross Anatomy & Human Physiology
Overall Marywood QPA of 3.50
Active membership in one or more department student clubs
Service to the department (lag assistant, work-study, tutor, club officer, etc.)
Participation in a student research project, internship, shadowing, or job with regards to application of
anatomical or physiological principles.
Service Medals are given out to those students who have demonstrated outstanding service to the department and/or
student department clubs.
NOTE: Regarding the awards and medals, criteria #2, #3, and #4 may be waived in senior year for students who are
participating in internships or student teaching.
Student/Faculty Meetings
Student/Faculty Meetings are typically held one Wednesday a month from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Consult the Marywood University
Calendar/Planner for specific dates. Signs will be posed throughout the Center for Natural and Health Science (CNHS) building and
emails will be sent to all Science majors Marywood email address. The first Fall semester meeting will be extremely important for all
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Science students to attend since it will be an introductory meeting for the year. The last Spring meeting will be a “Senior Awards
Ceremony” and a meeting to close out the year. All Science students are expected to attend each Student/Faculty meetings, since
course offerings and policy and procedural changes are addressed. The student is responsible for acquiring all of the information
disseminated at the meeting.
Science Student Clubs and Organizations
Science majors are expected to become active members of appropriate extra-curricular clubs. Both graduate schools and potential
employers view such activities as positive criteria for admission and employment.
The Science Student Organizations are:
Biology Club
Pugwash Club (Environmental Science)
Chemistry (ACS)
Health Professions Society Science Education Majors are expected to become active members of Student Pennsylvania State Education Association (PSEA). Please
contact the Education Department for more specific information on PSEA.
Health Professions Advisory Committee
Committee Members 2014-2015: Dr. Lisa Antoniacci (Chair), Dr. Michael Kiel, Dr. Deanne Garver, Dr. Monica Pierri-Galvao, and
Dr. Steven Reggie
Mission Statement: The mission of this committee is to provide Marywood University students with the proper advising, support, and
curriculum to promote the successful transition into Health Professional Programs.
Policies/Procedures:
Students applying to Health Professional Schools that are requesting a letter of recommendation will provide the committee
with a Personal Statement, Declaration and Waiver Form, Interview Preference Sheet, and Student Information Form. These
materials will be completed and sent to the committee chair by March 1st
of their Junior year.
Four letters of recommendation will be sent to the committee before April 1st
of the student’s junior year. Two letters should
come from faculty in the science department and 1 letter from a faculty member outside of science. An additional letter of
recommendation should come from a professional preceptor whom you shadowed. (If applying to DO school, must submit a
letter from an osteopathic physician).
Students enrolled in this process are required to obtain the committee’s approval for the letters of recommendation written by
faculty members in the science department. This will be identified on the interview preference sheet. Only if the student
decides to not participate in this process can they obtain letters from science faculty without committee approval.
Students will interview with 2 members of the HPAC as part of the evaluation process. Students can select 2 committee
members to conduct the interview and submit the committee packet. Students will request their preferences on the Interview
Preference Sheet. The two members conducting the interview will generate the committee letter and submit the committee
letter packet to the health professional schools requested by the student. Any HPAC member that is writing a letter of
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recommendation for a student cannot be part of the interview process or the formal submission of the committee packet.
Interviews by the committee will take place after April 1st.
The committee letter packet will contain the committee letter, the committee process, information about Marywood
University, and the individual letters of evaluation submitted on behalf of the student.
All items contained in the committee letter packet will only be forwarded to health professional schools.
The committee letter packet will not be submitted until the committee receives all information from students including
reference letters.
HPAC Advising:
Two scheduled meetings will occur during the academic year, one meeting during the fall semester and one during the spring
semester. Additional meetings may be added if needed. These meetings are for students majoring in Pre-Professional Studies
(Biology) and interested in applying to Health Profession Schools. These meetings are open to freshman through seniors, but
will be mandatory starting in the sophomore year for those students that want a letter of recommendation from the
committee.
Faculty will provide Mock Interviews for students that have obtained an interview at Medical/Dental/Vet school.
Faculty will help students in obtaining information for MCAT/DAT/GRE prep.
Faculty will help the student identify shadowing/volunteering, extra-curricular and service activities.
Faculty will provide information regarding other opportunities in the Health Care Field/Science or options for reapplication if
the student is not successful during their first application.
Faculty will provide realistic expectations as to the students’ acceptance into a Health Professional School; in addition faculty
will provide contacts for counseling services during the stressful application process.
Curriculum:
The committee will oversee the curriculum of the pre-professional major and will make changes according to changes in
Professional school pre-requisites, entrance exams, and acceptance criteria.
Any changes made to the curriculum will need approval by the Undergraduate Curriculum Committee at Marywood
University.
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Policy on Letters of Recommendation
Letters of recommendation for students will be written only if the faculty member chooses to do so, and is under no obligation to do
so. Ideally, the instructor will have taught the student for at least two semesters. That way the faculty member knows the student
better and is better informed to write a representative letter. The science faculty prefers to write recommendations that are confidential
between the faculty member and the person/ organization they are recommending the student to. If the recommendation is not
confidential, the faculty member will list only basic facts, such as name of the course taught and the grade that the student earned.
Request for Faculty Letter of Recommendation
Marywood University
Science Department
Date:
Name:
Major:
Program Requested:
Summer Internship Employment
Grad School/Professional School (Other, specify)
Date Letter Needed:
Format (electronic, hard copy)
Describe the program to which you are applying:
Describe why you are interested in this program and indicate your preference to be accepted to this program (priority):
Include a resume, including relevant work/academic experience as it relates to this program of studies or position.
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DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
The major programs are:
B Pre-Physician Assistant Studies
BS Biology BS Biology (Pre-Chiropractic)
BS Biology (Pre-Professional) - (Pre-medical, Pre-dental and Pre-veterinary track available)
BS Biology/Secondary Education
BS Biotechnology
BS Environmental Science
BS Medical Laboratory Science
MS Biotechnology
Undeclared, Interest in Physician Assistant
Teacher Certification in Biology
To be considered for retention, progression and graduation, students must maintain a minimum QPA of 2.33 in the major area of
study. Pre-PA students need to be aware of the 3.0 major QPA average minimum required for consideration by the PA MS program.
A minimum of 2.0 QPA is required for all liberal arts courses.
Science Majors and students pursuing a science minor are required to take their science courses at Marywood University.
Major Programs for the Science Department are as follows:
HEALTH PROFESSIONS PROGRAM
The track in health pre-professional studies at Marywood University is designed for the qualified and highly science-oriented
students who plan to apply to schools of medicine, dentistry, optometry, podiatry and veterinary medicine.
Although most undergraduates who expect to attend health professions schools choose Biology or Biotechnology as their
major, the program offers sufficient flexibility to prepare students for future studies in law, business administration, and to enter the
allied health fields. The Association of American Medical Colleges recommends that pre-professional students have strong
backgrounds in the natural sciences, (take courses in sociology & psychology) and develop oral and written communication skills.
Honors courses, internships, independent study and student research are also strongly recommended. In addition, social science and
humanities courses are also encouraged.
The student’s choice of science electives is based on the requirements for the professional schools and on the lists of courses
suggested or recommended by those schools in which the students is interested. It is recommended by the departments HPAC
committee that students wanting to attend medical, dental, vet, optometry or podiatric schools take biochemistry as an elective in their
junior year.
schools.
Many graduates of Marywood University are employed in the health professions or are presented attending professional
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BS Biology/Pre Professional
120 Credits Required Ultimately, it is the student’s responsibility to meet all requirement for his or her major program and general requirements for all students.
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CORE REQUIREMENTS (40) *UNIV 100 Living Resp. (1) (F) Religious Studies 112 (3) Philosophy 113 (3)
ENGL 160 Writing Skills (3) (C>) *Religious Studies 100 or above (3) *Philosophy 100 or above (3)
English 180 (3) World Lit *Social Science________(3) History (global) ____ (3)
English 300 or above (3) Foreign Language _______(3) History__________ (3)
Fine Arts____________(3) *Foreign Language____(3) or Elective *Transfer students are exempt from UNIV 100
* Social Sciences e.g. Psychology 211, Economics, Sociology, Political Science, Anthropology, Criminology or any other social science course.
*If a student has completed 4 years of the same foreign language in high school, that student can choose to take just one, three-credit course to satisfy the foreign language requirement. That
course however, must be above the 212 level.
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
Required for all Biology Majors (44) (30) Additional Electives Needed
BIOL 150 + L General Biology I (4) (F) (SI) BIOL 201+L Human Gross Anatomy (4) (F)
BIOL 151 + L General Biology II (4) (S) (SII) BIOL 202 + L Human Physiology (4) (S)
BIOL 410 Science Literacy Capstone (2) (F) BIOL 235+L General Microbiology (4) (F)
CHEM 131 + L General Chemistry I (4) (F) (SII) BIOL 281 Intro to Biotechnology (3) (F)
CHEM 132 + L General Chemistry II (4) (S) BIOL 305 Fundamental Neuroscience (3)
(S)
CHEM 221 + L Organic Chemistry I (4) (F) BIOL 332+L Immunology (4) (S)
CHEM 222 + L Organic Chemistry II (4) (S) BIOL 351 Evolution (3) (S)
PHYS 303+L General Physics I (4) (F) BIOL 421+L Biochemistry I (4) (F)
PHYS 304+L General Physics II (4) (S) BIOL 422 Biochemistry II (3) (S)
MATH 155 was MATH 216
Statistics for the Bhvl Soc Sci (3) (F/S)
BIOL 454 Undergrad Research (1, 2 or 3) (F/S)
BIOL 498 Biology Internship (1, 2 or 3) (F/S)
MATH 170 Applications of Math to Biology (3) (S) BIOL 499 Independent Study (1, 2 or 3) (F/S)
OR CHEM 312 Environmental Chemistry (3) (F)
MATH 211 Calculus with Analytic Geometry I (4) (F) CHEM 398+L Chemical Analysis (3)
CHEM 499 Independent Study (1, 2 or 3) (F/S)
BIOL 440+L Molecular & Cellular BIOL (4) (S) ENVS 420+L Ecology (4) (F)
OR MATH 212 Calculus with Analytic Geometry II (4) (S)
BIOL 446+L Genetics (4) (F)
6 Additional Credits are Needed MATH 160
was MATH 115 Analysis of Function or Placement Exam (3) (F/S)
DEAN 071-01 Register to Graduate (UG)
(F = Fall Semester) (S = Spring Semester) (F/S = Fall or Spring Semester) (SI = Summer Session I) (SII = Summer Session II)
(C> = Needs a C or better)
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Students who plan to apply to a professional school are advised to explore the entrance courses requirements and discuss science elective options with their advisor and choose those electives
based on the requirements of the professional schools. MATH 211 Calculus I and MATH 212 Calculus II & BIOL CHEM I & II are highly recommended. For pre-med students taking the MCAT
starting January 2015 it is recommended to take both General Psychology (PSYC 211) and Introduction to Sociology (SOC 201).
Students who have completed both of the above are recommended to take an additional PSYC or SOC course that is related to Health or Medicine such as PSYC 319 Health Psychology or SOC 350 Medical
Sociology. Pre-med students should enroll in Biochemistry 1 in the Fall of their junior year and Biochemistry 2 in the spring of their junior year.
Pre-professional students that are on track and seriously considering applying to med/dental/vet school at the end of their junior year should enroll in the Capstone course in the Fall of their Junior year.
Biotechnology Program:
The science department offers three tracks in the Biotechnology program; a 4-year Bachelor’s Degree, an accelerated 5
year Master’s degree for internal Marywood students, and a 2 year Master’s degree for external students.
Students enrolled in the 4 year Bachelors in Biotechnology will take the courses listed on the following page to
complete their degree requirements with a minimum of 126 credits.
Students enrolled in the 5 year Accelerated Masters in Biotechnology will follow the same curriculum as the 4 year
Bachelors in Biotechnology students. However, in their junior year students will apply to the Master’s program and if
accepted will take the following courses at the graduate level in their senior year. (BIOL 501 Cell Culture, BIOL 502
Bioinformatics, BIOL 583 Emerging Medicines and Technology, BIOL 540 Molecular and Cellular Biology)
Students in the 5 year program who take these courses in their senior year will graduate with a Bachelor’s Degree in
Biotechnology at the end of their fourth year, but will then continue taking the remaining graduate courses in their
fifth year. At the conclusion of the student’s fifth year they will then graduate with their Masters in Biotechnology
(36-37 graduate credits).
Students enrolled in the 2 year Master’s degree for external candidates will follow the curriculum for M.S.
Biotechnology (external students).
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Ultimately, it is the student’s responsibility to meet all requirement for his or her major program and general requirements for all students.
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CORE REQUIREMENTS (40)
*UNIV 100 Living Resp. (1) Religious Studies 112 (3) Philosophy 113 (3)
ENGL 160 Writing Skills (3) (C>) Religious Studies 100 or above (3) Philosophy (404 suggested) (3)
English 180 (3) *Social Science (3) History (global) (3)
English 300 or above (3) Foreign Language (3) History (3)
Fine Arts (3) *Foreign Language (3) or Elective *Transfer students are exempt from UNIV 100
* Social Sciences e.g. Psychology 211, Economics, Sociology, Political Science, Anthropology, Criminology or any other social science course.
*If a student has completed 4 years of the same foreign language in high school, that student can choose to take just one, three-credit course to satisfy the
foreign language requirement. That course however, must be above the 212 level.
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS Required for all Biotechnology Majors (44) Required Electives (18)
11 Additional Electives Needed 5th
Year Interdisciplinary (18)
Senior Year Grad Courses (13)
5th
Year Science Courses (5-6)
BIOL 520 *Literature Review
BIOL 5XX or CHEM 5XX *Science Elective 18 – 19 Grad Science Credits
(F = Fall Semester) (S = Spring Semester) (F/S = Fall or Spring Semester) (SI = Summer Session I) (SII = Summer
BS/MS Biotechnology Internal Candidates (5yr)
BIOL 150 + L General Biology I (4) (F) (SI) (C>)
BIOL 151 + L General Biology II (4) (S) (SII)
BIOL 235 + L General Microbiology (4)
BIOL 281 Intro to Biotechnology (3) (F)
BIOL 410 Science Literacy Capstone (2) (F)
BIOL 455 Senior Research Project (2) (F/S)
CHEM 131 + L General Chemistry I (4) (F) (SII) (C>)
CHEM 132 + L General Chemistry II (4) (S)
CHEM 221 + L Organic Chemistry I (4) (F)
CHEM 222 + L Organic Chemistry II (4) (S)
PHIL 404 Biomedical Ethics (3) (S)
MATH 155(was 216) Statistics for Bhvl & Soc Sci (3) (F/S)
MATH 170 Applications of Math to Biology (3) (S)
OR
MATH 211 Calculus with Analytic Geometry I (4) (F)
ENVS 420+L *Ecology (4) (F)
BIOL 351 Evolution (3) (S)
CHEM 398+L CHEM Analysis (3)
BIOL 305 Fundamental Neuroscience (3) (S)
BIOL 498 Biology Internship (3) (F/S)
BIOL 421+L *Biochemistry I (4) (F)
BIOL 422 *Biochemistry II (3)
BIOL 332+L *Immunology (4) (S)
BIOL 201+L Human Gross Anatomy (4) (F)
BIOL 202 + L Human Physiology (4) (F)
BIOL 446+L Genetics (4) (F)
CHEM 313 Medicinal Chemistry (3) (F/S)
PHYS 303+L General Physics I (3) (F)
PHYS 304+L General Physics II (3) (S)
MATH 212 Calculus with Analytic Geometry II (4)
COMM 503 Public Presentation (3)
PSY 501 Research Methods (3)
PUB 511 Ethics in Mgmt (3)
BUS Elective Graduate Business (MBA) (3)
BUS Elective Graduate Business (MBA) (3)
BIOL 501 *Cell Culture (3) (F) BUS Elective Graduate Business (MBA) (3)
BIOL 583 *Emerging Medicines & Tech (3) (S)
BIOL 502 *Bioinformatics (3) (S)
BIOL 540+L *Molecular & Cellular BIOL (4) (S) DEAN 071 UG-Register to Graduate
DEAN 072 GR-Register to Graduate
* MS Biotech Course taught at 500 level
Students will apply to the MS program in the spring of their Junior
year
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Session II) (C> = Needs a C or better)
I. Interdisciplinary Course Description Credits
COM 503 Public Presentation 3
PSY 501 Research Methods, Stats 3
PUB 511 Ethics Management 3
BUS 500+** Graduate Business (MBA) 3
BUS 500+** Graduate Business (MBA) 3
BUS 500+** Graduate Business (MBA) 3
Interdisciplinary Total Credits = 18
II. Science Course Description Credits
BIOL 501+Lab Cell Culture 3
BIOL 502 Bioinformatics 3
BIOL 520 Literature Review 2
BIOL 540+Lab Molecular and Cell Biology 4
BIOL 583 Emerging Medicines and Technologies 3
Science Total Credits = 15
III. Science Electives (Choose 2 electives)
ENVS 520+Lab Ecology 3 (4)
BIOL 521+Lab Biochemistry 3 (4)
BIOL 530 Laboratory Instruction 3
BIOL 532+Lab Immunology 3(4)
BIOL 595 Research 3
Science Elective Total Credits = 4-6
MS BIOTECHNOLOGY PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
*Graduate Business (MBA) courses: choose a total of three (3): BUS 542 Financial Planning and Management 3
BUS 556 Business Venture and Entrepreneur 3
At the UG level, BUS 321 is recommended before taking BUS 542 and BUS 556.
BUS 541 Organization Behavior and Development 3
BUS 568 Legal Aspects of the Administrative Process 3
BUS 570 Marketing and Strategic Planning 3
At the UG level, BUS 341 is recommended before taking BUS 541, BUS 568 and BUS 570.
BUS 546 Managing the Organization in the Marketspace 3
BUS 569 Management of Technolgoy3
At the UG level, BUS 301 is recommended before taking BUS 546 and BUS 569.
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ADMISSION PROCEDURES AND REQUIREMENTS- The program has a rolling admission policy, and each applicant is reviewed
by the Department of Science Graduate Admissions Committee. To be considered for the program, applicants are required to submit
an application for admission, along with a $30 application fee, and official college transcripts showing an undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or
higher. Prerequisite course work at the undergraduate level include (i) general biology I & II with labs, (ii) general chemistry I & II
with labs, and (iii) organic chemistry I & II with labs. In addition, one semester of microbiology with lab, an upper-level math course
(e.g., calculus), and an upper-level biology or chemistry course (including a lab) are required. Two letters of recommendation, a two-
page essay describing the candidate’s career objectives and how the degree will assist with such goals, a GRE score, a TOEFL score (if
applicable).
M .S. BIOTECHNOLOGY (External Candidates)
Required Program Courses – 19-21 credits
Bioinformatics (BIOL 502) Cell Culture (BIOL 501)
Literature Review (BIOL 520) Molecular & Cellular Biology (BIOL 540+L)
Emerging Medicines & Technologies (BIOL 583) Science Elective (SCI 500+)
Science Elective (SCI 500+)
Plus 18 Credits of Interdisciplinary Electives
Ethics in Management (PUB 511) (3)
Public Presentation (COMM 503) (3)
Research Methods & Statistics (PSY 501) (3)
Business Elective (MBA) (BUS ) (3)
Business Elective (MBA) (BUS ) (3)
Business Elective (MBA) (BUS ) (3)
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BS Biology (Pre-Chiropractic)
120 Credits Required
Ultimately, it is the student’s responsibility to meet all requirement for his or her major program and general requirements for all students.
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CORE REQUIREMENTS (40)
*UNIV 100 Living Resp. (1) (F) Religious Studies 112 (3) Philosophy 113 (3)
ENGL 160 Writing Skills (3) (C>) *Religious Studies 100 or above (3) Philosophy 100 or above (3)*
English 180 (3) World Lit *Social Science________(3) History (global) ____ (3)
English 300 or above (3) Foreign Language _______(3) History__________ (3)
Fine Arts____________(3) *Foreign Language____(3) or Elective
*Transfer students are exempt from UNIV 100
* Social Sciences e.g. Psychology 211, Economics, Sociology, Political Science, Anthropology, Criminology or any other social science
course.
*If a student has completed 4 years of the same foreign language in high school, that student can choose to take just one, three-credit
course to satisfy the foreign language requirement. That course however, must be above the 212 level.
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
Required for all Biology (Pre Chiropractic) Majors (51) Additional courses from NYCC (22)
BIOL 201 + L Human Gross Anatomy (4) (F) ANO 6102 (5)
BIOL 202 + L Human Physiology (4) (F) ANA 6104 (5)
BIOL 150 + L General Biology I (4) (F) (SI) (C>) ANA 6205 (5)
BIOL 151 + L General Biology II (4) (S) (SII) BCH 6203 (2)
BIOL 235 + L General Microbiology (4) BCH 6101 (3)
CHEM 131 + L General Chemistry I (4) (F) (SII) (C>) AST 6304 (2)
CHEM 132 + L General Chemistry II (4) (S)
CHEM 221 + L Organic Chemistry I (4) (F)
CHEM 222 + L Organic Chemistry II (4) (S)
PHYS 303 + L General Physics I (4) (F)
PHYS 304 + L General Physics II (4) (S)
BIOL 440 + L Molecular and Cellular Biology (4) (S) 7 Additional credits are needed
OR
BIOL 446 + L Genetics (4) (F)
MATH 170 Applications of Math to Biology (3) (S)
OR
MATH 211 Calculus with Analytic Geometry I (4) (F) DEAN 071-01 Register to graduate - Undergraduate
(F = Fall Semester) (S = Spring Semester) (F/S = Fall or Spring Semester) (SI = Summer Session I) (SII = Summer Session II)
(C> = Needs a C or better)
*A student will be given priority admission to NYCC if a minimum QPA of 3.25 is maintained for 3 years at Marywood University. NYCC Requirements: C or better in
prerequisite science classes - An overall minimum QPA of 2.50 is required at the completion of 90 credits to apply to NYCC. Upon acceptance to NYCC a student must
complete a Leave of Absence form from the Registrar’s office. A student who completes at least 22 credits of electives in the first two trimesters at NYCC and has maintained a
QPA of 2.5 will be granted a BS degree in Biology from Marywood University. The student must complete the proper transfer of credit forms each trimester prior to
commencement. A student must register for DEAN 071 during their spring semester of their second trimester at NYCC in order to graduate in May from Marywood
University.
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TIMELINE FOR APPLYING TO NYCC
Immediately upon entering Pre-Chiropractic Program at Marywood University
Students with assistance of advisor must forward to NYCC a letter stating that they are enrolled in a 3+1 program, noting in which
term they anticipate on starting at NYCC.
Applications are due 6 months – 1 year prior to anticipated start date at NYCC
NYCC advises students to apply 6 months to a year in advance of when they wish to enroll. Students should start providing
recommendation letters and transcripts to NYCC by this point, if not before.
Contact with NYCC – Online - NYCC will send progress reports to the students. These detail the information they have received
from each student, including what they still need to complete. Updated reports will be sent each time NYCC receives documents from
the student. These can be viewed online.
Transcripts and Immunization Records - Students are required to provide to NYCC transcripts from any college/university that they
have attended, along with immunization records for Measles, Mumps, and Rubella.
NYCC Interview Process Begins - Upon receiving required documents, NYCC will determine when the interview process, for each
student, will begin.
Interview Process - The NYCC formal interview is one conducted by a faculty Doctor of Chiropractic. Within a week of the interview,
NYCC will contact students with their decision.
Criteria - The committee considers the student’s background, education, caliber of program/school, references, experience with
chiropractic, the interactions with his/her admissions counselor, and the doctor's recommendations from the interview.
Acceptance - NYCC’s acceptance rate is 50%. Upon acceptance, a student has 30 days to accept the NYCC offer and must send in a
deposit of $400 to hold their seat in that class.
LOA – Upon acceptance, the student must fill out a Leave of Absence form from the Registrar’s Office.
NYCC Transcripts must be sent to Marywood University Science Department
Upon completion of each semester at NYCC, a copy of transcripts must be sent to the Marywood Science Chair. Failure to do so will
jeopardize completion of the B.S. Biol. degree
Successful Completion @ NYCC - Upon completion of required NYCC courses, the Chair of the Science Department must authorize
your eligibility for graduation.
Register for Graduation - Register for DEAN 071 for the final semester prior to Marywood University graduation.
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BS Environmental Science Majors
120 Credits Required
Ultimately, it is the student’s responsibility to meet all requirement for his or her major program and general requirements for all students.
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CORE REQUIREMENTS (40)
*UNIV 100 Living Resp. (1) (F) Religious Studies 112 (3) Philosophy 113 (3)
ENGL 160 Writing Skills (3) (C>) *Religious Studies 100 or above (3) *Philosophy 328, 340 or 415
English 180 (3) World Lit *GEOG 210________(3) History (global) ____ (3)
English 349, 356 or 399 Foreign Language _______(3) History 220 or 434
Fine Arts 490 (3) *Foreign Language____(3) or Elective *Transfer students are exempt from UNIV 100
*If a student has completed 4 years of the same foreign language in high school, that student can choose to take just one, three-credit course to satisfy the foreign
language requirement. That course however, must be above the 212 level.
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
Required for all Environmental Science Major (51) Plus 21 credits selected from the following:
BIOL 150+L General Biology I (4) (F) (SI) (C>) BIOL 281 Intro to Biotechnology (3) (F)
BIOL 151+L General Biology II (4) (S) (SII) BIOL 446+L Genetics (4) F
BIOL 235+L General Microbiology (4) (F) ENVS 454 Undergraduate Research (2) (F/S)
BIOL 351 Evolution (3) (S) ENVS 498 Internship (1, 2 or 3) (F/S)
BIOL 410 Science Literacy Capstone (2) (F) CHEM 398+L Chemical Analysis (4)
CHEM 131+L General Chemistry I (4) (F) (SI) (SII) (C>) ENVS 210 Water: The Essential Ingredient (3) (S)
CHEM 132+L General Chemistry II (4) (S) (SII) ENVS 212+L Introduction to Meteorology (3) (F/S)
CHEM 221+L Organic Chemistry I (4) (F) ENVS 215 Resource Conservation I (3) (S)
CHEM 222+L Organic Chemistry II (4) (S) ENVS 216 Resource Conservation II (3)
CHEM 312 Environmental Chemistry (3) (F) ENVS 261 Earth Science I – Geology (3) (F)
ENVS 420+L Ecology (4) (F) ENVS 262 Earth Science II Oceanography (3)
(S)
PHYS 303+L General Physics I (4) (F) ENVS 300 + Specialty Course (3,4) (S)
PHYS 304+L General Physics II (4) (S) ENVS 340 Environmental Law (3)
MATH 155 was MATH 216
Statistics for the Bhvl & So Sci (3) (F) (S) (SI) ENVS 345 Env. Management & Policy (3) (F)
ENVS 399 Environmental Toxicology (3) (S)
MATH 211 Calculus with Analytic Geometry I (4) (F)
ECON 312 Principles of Economics I (3)
PHIL 328 Environmental Ethics (3)
DEAN 071 Register to graduate BIOL/ENVS/CHEM 499 Independent Study (1, 2 or 3) (F/S)
8 Additional Credits are Needed
MATH 160 Analysis of Function or Placement Exam (3) (F/S)
(F = Fall Semester) (S = Spring Semester) (F/S = Fall or Spring Semester) (SI = Summer Session I) (SII = Summer Session II)
(C> = Needs a C or better)
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BS Medical Laboratory Sciences
120 Credits Required
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CORE REQUIREMENTS (37 - 40)
*UNIV 100 Living Resp. (1) (F) Religious Studies 112 (3) Philosophy 113 (3)
ENGL 160 Writing Skills (3) (C>) *Religious Studies 100 or above (3) *Philosophy 100 or above (3)
English 180 (3) World Lit *Social Science________(3) History (global) ____ (3)
English 300 or above (3) Foreign Language _______(3) History__________ (3)
Fine Arts____________(3) *Foreign Language____(3) or Elective *Transfer students are exempt from UNIV 100
* Social Sciences e.g. Psychology 211, Economics, Sociology, Political Science, Anthropology, Criminology or any other social science course.
*If a student has completed 4 years of the same foreign language in high school, that student can choose to take just one, three-credit course to satisfy the foreign
language requirement. That course however, must be above the 212 level.
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
Required for all Med Lab Science Majors (35+ *30) Plus (15 - 18) credits selected from the following:
BIOL 150+L General Biology I (4) (F) (SI) (C>) BIOL 121+L Anatomy and Physiology (4) (F) (SI)
BIOL 151+L General Biology II (4) (S) (SII) BIOL 122+L Anatomy and Physiology (4) (S) (SII)
BIOL 235+L General Microbiology (4) (F) BIOL 201+L Human Gross anatomy (4) (F)
BIOL 332+L Immunology (4) (S) BIOL 202+L Human Physiology (4) (S)
CHEM 131+L General Chemistry I (4) (F) (SI) (SII) (C>) BIOL 421+L Biochemistry I (4) (F)
CHEM 132+L General Chemistry II (4) (S) (SII) BIOL 422 Biochemistry II (3) (S)
CHEM 221+L Organic Chemistry I (4) (F) BIOL 440+L Molecular and Cellular Biology (4) (S)
CHEM 222+L Organic Chemistry II (4) (S) BIOL 446+L Genetics (4) (F)
MATH 155 was MATH 216
Statistics for the Bhvl & So Sci (3) (F/S) (SI)
CHEM 313 Elements in Medicinal CHEM (3) (S)
CHEM 398 Chemical Analysis (3)
These MLS programs require a minimum QPA of 2.50
to apply to the program.
PHYS 303+L General Physics I (4) (F)
PHYS 304+L General Physics II (4) (S)
BIOL 498 Biology Internship (1, 2 or 3) (F/S)
BIOL 499 Independent Study (1, 2 or 3 ) (F/S)
CHEM 499 Independent Study (1, 2 or 3 ) (F/S)
DEAN 071 Students must register in the Spring prior to expected graduation (F = Fall Semester) (S = Spring Semester) (F/S = Fall or Spring Semester) (SI = Summer Session I) (SII = Summer Session II)
(C> = Needs a C or better)
* 30 credits from either RPH or NYMH will be transferred from the 4th year of study back to Marywood towards graduation requirements.
A minimum of 90 credits is required prior to entrance to Robert Packer Hospital (RPH) or New York Methodist Hospital (NYMH), both programs of
which Marywood has an articulation agreement.
Prior to the start of the 4th year program at RPH or NYMH, student must fill out a leave of absence form obtained from the Registrar’s office.
The student must complete the proper transfer of credit forms each trimester prior to commencement.
Students are eligible to earn the B.S. degree in MLS following successful completion of a minimum of 30 credits from the clinical program.
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MLS Informational Timeline
MLS Majors must complete all of Marywood’s academic requirements before starting the internship program. The student spends the
fourth year in an accredited hospital program. A minimum Major Q.P.A. of 2.5 and an overall Q.P.A. of 2.0 is required. Students
receive their degrees on the University graduation date, which follows the successful completion of their internship program. Students
must register for DEAN 071 during their final semester as seniors.
Internship Timeline
The following is a list of hospitals offering a Med Tech internship that are affiliated with Marywood University. The student does have
the option of attending other accredited programs nationwide. Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, PA
Add new school
Fall – Sophomore Year - Notify your Marywood University Advisor of your plans for a
Med Tech Internship
Mid Sophomore Year – Apply to a Hospital Med Tech Program Internship
Upon acceptance & confirmation– notify your Advisor immediately
Contact Registrar’s office and complete a LOA (Leave of Absence) form obtaining the appropriate signatures and return to
Registrar’s office.
Contact Financial Aid, outlining your plans for the Internship.
Your first week at your internship – Very Important - CONTACT Marywood University Registrar’s & Financial Aid Office
Mid Way through the Internship – the student needs to report into the Registrar’s Office and Financial Aid Office.
Upon completion of the Internship, a copy of your transcripts needs to be sent to the Chair of the Science Department.
After successful completion of the Internship, please set up a meeting with your advisor.
Register for graduation – Dean 071.
The MLS student spends their 4th
year at an accredited hospital program and upon acceptance to the clinical internship, the student
must complete a Leave of Absence form through the Registrar’s Office. MLS majors must complete all the Liberal Arts academic
course requirements before beginning their clinical internship program. A minimum major QPA of 2.33 and an overall QPA of 2.0 are
required, however most Medical Laboratory Science hospital programs require a major QPA of 2.5. Students receive their degrees on
the University graduation date that follows their successful completion of their clinical internship program. Students must register for
DEAN 050 during their final semester as seniors. See the student handbook regarding procedures for financial aid during the clinical
internship phase. Students must notify Marywood University Financial Aid Office prior to internship enrollment. Ultimately, it is the
student’s responsibility to meet all major and liberal arts course requirements of the University.
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Ultimately, it is the student’s responsibility to meet all requirement for his or her major program and general requirements for all students.
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CORE REQUIREMENTS (40)
*UNIV 100 Living Resp. (1) Religious Studies 112 (3) Philosophy 113 (3)
ENGL 160 Writing Skills (3) Religious Studies 100 or above (3) Philosophy 100 or above (3)
English 180 (3) Foreign Language (3) History(global) (3)
English 300 or above (3) *Foreign Language (3) History_ (3)
Fine Arts_ (3) *Social Science_ (3)
*Transfer students are exempt from UNIV 100
* Social Sciences e.g. Psychology 211, Economics, Sociology, Political Science, Anthropology, Criminology or any other social science course.
*If a student has completed 4 years of the same foreign language in high school, that student can choose to take just one, three-credit course to satisfy the
foreign language requirement. That course however, must be above the 212 level.
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS Required for all Biology/Secondary Ed Majors (55) (34) Additional Electives Needed
EDUC 001-003 (0) EDUC 005D (1) EDUC 100, 101 (.5/.5) S ED 100 (3) PSY 252 (3) EDUC 311 * (3) S ED 367 * (3) EDUC 411A * (3) EDUC 414 * (3) EDUC 442/S ED 300 (9,3) EDUC 461 * (3)
* = requires upper level screening
(F = Fall Semester) (S = Spring Semester) (F/S = Fall or Spring Semester) (SI = Summer Session I) (SII = Summer Session II)
* The course requirements of the Department of Education (34 above) may be subject to change based on the guidelines established by the PA Department of
Education. It is the responsibility of the student to meet all of their major and liberal arts course requirement of the university. In addition, General Science
Education majors must fulfill the course requirements of the Department of Education, which is a total of 34 credits. These curriculum requirements are
subject to change based on the guidelines established by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. Students are required to complete an additional 37-40
credits in other L.A. Core Curriculum courses. Additional information is contained in the Education Department section of the Undergraduate course catalog.
Ultimately, it is the responsibility of the student to meet all of their major and liberal arts course requirements of the University. TOTAL NUMBER OF
CREDITS NEEDED TO GRADUATE = 126-129. DEAN 071 = Register to graduate.
BS Biology/Secondary Education
126 - 129 Credits Required
BIOL 122+L Anatomy and Physiology (4) (S) (SII) BIOL 150+L General Biology I (4) (F) (SI) BIOL 151+L General Biology II (4) (S) (SII) BIOL 235+L General Microbiology (4) (F) BIOL 351 Evolution (3) (S) BIOL 411B Curriculum Methods & Materials (4) (F/S)
BIOL 410 Science Literacy Capstone (2) (F) CHEM 131+L General Chemistry I (4) (F) (SI) (SII) CHEM 132+L General Chemistry II (4) (S) (SII) CHEM 221+L Organic Chemistry I (4) (F) ENVS 420+L Ecology (4) (F) PHYS 303+L General Physics I (4) (F) MATH 155
Statistics for the Bhvl & So Sci (3) (F/S) (SI)
MATH 170
Or
MATH 211
Applications of Math to Biology (3) (S)
Calculus with Analytic Geometry I (4) (F)
BIOL 440+L Molecular & Cellular Biology (4) (S) Or
BIOL 446+L
Genetics (4) (F)
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CORE REQUIREMENTS (40)
*UNIV 100 Living Resp. (1) (F) Religious Studies 112 (3) Philosophy 113 (3)
ENGL 160 Writing Skills (3) (C>) *Religious Studies 100 or above (3) *Philosophy 100 or above (3)
English 180 (3) World Lit *Social Science_ (3) History (global) (3)
English 300 or above (3) Foreign Language _(3) History_ (3)
Fine Arts_ (3) *Foreign Language (3) or Elective
*Transfer students are exempt from UNIV 100
* Social Sciences e.g. Psychology 211, Economics, Sociology, Political Science, Anthropology, Criminology or any other social science
course.
*If a student has completed 4 years of the same foreign language in high school, that student can choose to take just one, three -credit
course to satisfy the foreign language requirement. That course however, must be above the 212 level.
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
Required for all Pre-Physician Assistant Majors (51) Other Requirements (check one)
MATH 160
(was 115) Analysis of Functions (Pre-calculus) (3) (F/S) (SII)
or
MATH Exam Pass the Algebra placement exam
Fulfill PA admission requirements as stated
on Marywood Physician Assistant web page.
Minimum overall GPA 3.0 and
minimum overall science GPA 3.0 needed.
(F = Fall Semester) (S = Spring Semester) (F/S = Fall or Spring Semester) (SI = Summer Session I) (SII = Summer Session II)
(C> = C or better is required)
B Pre-Physician Assistant
Total 91 Credits Required by end of Year 3
BIOL 150+L General Biology I (4) (F) (SI)
BIOL 151+L General Biology II (4) (S) (SII) BIOL 301+L Human Gross Anatomy (4) (F)
BIOL 302+L Human Physiology (4) (S) BIOL 235+L General Microbiology (4) (F) BIOL 332+L Immunology (4) (S) MATH 155
(was 216)
Statistics for the Bhvl & Soc Sci (3) (F) (S) (SI)
CHEM 131+L General Chemistry I (4) (F) (SI) (SII) CHEM 132+L General Chemistry II (4) (S) (SII) CHEM 221+L Organic Chemistry I (4) (F)
CHEM 222+L Organic Chemistry II (4) (S) ND 112 Nutrition I (3) (F) (S) COM 101 Dynamics of Speech (2)
MATH 170 Applications of Math to Biology (3) (S)
OR MATH 211 Calculus with Analytic Geometry I (4) (F)
MATH Exam Pass Calculus Placement Exam
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B Pre-Physician Assistant
**For 4th
year Pre-PA students who are unsuccessful academically in the PA Professional Program
Required Program Courses – 42 credits
Gross Human Anatomy (BIOL 301+L was BIOL 201) Human Physiology (BIOL 302+L was BIOL 202)
General Biology I (BIOL 150+L) General Biology II (BIOL 151+L)
General Microbiology (BIOL 235+L) Statistics for Behav. & Soc. Sci. (MATH 155)
General Chemistry I (CHEM 131+L) General Chemistry II (CHEM 132+L)
Science Literacy Capstone (BIOL 410)
Nutrition I (ND 112) Dynamics of Speech (COMM 101)
Suggested Science Elective Courses – 20 credits
Introduction to Biotechnology (BIOL 281) Bioinformatics (BIOL 302)
Neuroscience (BIOL 305) Immunology (BIOL 332+L)
Mathematical Applications in Biology (MATH 170) Genetics (BIOL 446+L)
Organic Chemistry I (CHEM 221+L) Organic Chemistry II (CHEM 222+L)
General Physics I (PHYS 213+L) General Physics II (PHYS 214+L)
Suggested Other Elective Courses – 24 credits
Theory of Medical Nutrition Therapy I (N D 300) Nutrition II (N D 213)
Physiological Psychology (PSY 314) Health Psychology (PSY 319)
Computer Appl. in Psych & Health Sci (PSY 330) Dying & Death in American Society (SOC 402)
Medical Sociology (SOC 350) Principles of Management (BUS 112)
P A Summer courses: 310, 322, 340, 370, 580** P A Fall courses: 311, 320A, 330, 341, 350, 371, 390**
Liberal Arts Courses – 40 credits
Living Responsibly in an Interdependent World (UNIV 100)
Writing Skills (ENGL 160)
Introduction to World Literature (ENGL 180)
English Elective (ENGL 300+)
Fine Arts Elective (F A 100, 101, 102, or ART 218)
Foreign Language Elective
Foreign Language Elective
History Elective (HIST xxx)
History Elective (HIST xxx)
Introduction to Philosophy (PHIL 113)
Bioethics or other Upper Level PHIL course (PHIL 404 or PHIL xxx)
General Psychology (PSY 211)
Modern Belief (R ST 112)
Death and Afterlife or Upper Level R ST course (R ST 435 or R ST xxx)
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A minor in Chemistry requires a minimum of 18 credits selected from: BIOL 421, 421L, BIOL 422, CHEM 132, 132L, CHEM 312, CHEM 332, 332L, CHEM 398, 398L, CHEM 415,
CHEM 499. A minimum of 6 credits must be exclusive to the minor and cannot be used for fulfilling credits toward a major.
CHEM CORE CHEM ADVANCED
CHEM 221 + L Organic Chemistry I (4) (F)
CHEM 222 + L Organic Chemistry II (4) (S)
CHEM 499 Independent Study (1, 2 or 3) (F/S)
CHEM TBD ENV. Toxicology TBD (3)
BIOL 150 + L General Biology I (4) (F) (SI) (C>)
BIOL 151 + L General Biology II (4) (S) (SII)
BIOL 410 Science Literacy Capstone (2) (F)
CHEM 131 + L General Chemistry I (4) (F) (SII) (C>)
CHEM 132 + L General Chemistry II (4) (S)
CHEM 221 + L Organic Chemistry I (4) (F)
CHEM 222 + L Organic Chemistry II (4) (S)
PHYS 303+L General Physics I (3) (F)
PHYS 304+L General Physics II (3) (S)
MATH 155 was 216 Statistics for the Bhvl * Soc Sci (3) (F/S)
MATH 170 Applications of Math to Biology (3) (S) OR
MATH 201 Calculus with Analytic Geometry I (3) (F)
BIOL 440+L Molecular & Cellular BIOL (4) (S) OR
BIOL 446+L Genetics (4) (F)
CHEM ADVANCED
BIOL 150 + L General Biology I (4) (F) (SI) (C>)
BIOL 151 + L General Biology II (4) (S) (SII)
BIOL 410 Science Literacy Capstone (2) (F)
CHEM 131 + L General Chemistry I (4) (F) (SII) (C>)
CHEM 132 + L General Chemistry II (4) (S)
CHEM 221 + L Organic Chemistry I (4) (F)
CHEM 222 + L Organic Chemistry II (4) (S)
PHYS 303+L General Physics I (3) (F)
PHYS 304+L General Physics II (3) (S)
MATH 155 was 216 Statistics for the Bhvl * Soc Sci (3) (F/S)
MATH 170 Applications of Math to Biology (3) (S) OR
MATH 201 Calculus with Analytic Geometry I (3) (F)
BIOL 440+L Molecular & Cellular BIOL (4) (S) OR
BIOL 446+L Genetics (4) (F)
14 Additional Credits are Needed
(F = Fall Semester) (S = Spring Semester) (F/S = Fall or Spring Semester) (SI = Summer Session I) (SII = Summer Session II) (C> = Needs a C or better)
CHEMISTRY MINOR
Requires a minimum of 18 credits
CHEM 312 Environmental Chemistry (3) (F)
CHEM 398+L Chemical Analysis (3)
BIOL 301+L Human Gross Anatomy (4) (F)
BIOL 302 + L Human Physiology (4) (F)
BIOL 235+L General Microbiology (4) (F)
BIOL 281 Intro to Biotechnology (3) (F)
BIOL 305 Fundamental Neuroscience (3) (S)
BIOL 332+L Immunology (4) (S)
BIOL 351 Evolution (3) (S)
BIOL 421+L Biochemistry (4) (F)
BIOL 454 Undergrad Research (1, 2 or 3) (F/S)
BIOL 498 Biology Internship (3) (F/S)
BIOL 499 Independent Study (1, 2 or 3) (F/S)
CHEM 312 Environmental Chemistry (3) (F)
CHEM 398+L Chemical Analysis (3)
CHEM 499 Independent Study (1, 2 or 3) (F/S)
ENVS 420+L Ecology (4) (F)
MATH 202 Calculus with Analytic Geometry II (3)
BIOL 301+L Human Gross Anatomy (4) (F)
BIOL 302 + L Human Physiology (4) (F)
BIOL 235+L General Microbiology (4) (F)
BIOL 281 Intro to Biotechnology (3) (F)
BIOL 305 Fundamental Neuroscience (3) (S)
BIOL 332+L Immunology (4) (S)
BIOL 351 Evolution (3) (S)
BIOL 421+L Biochemistry (4) (F)
BIOL 454 Undergrad Research (1, 2 or 3) (F/S)
BIOL 498 Biology Internship (3) (F/S)
BIOL 499 Independent Study (1, 2 or 3) (F/S)
CHEM 312 Environmental Chemistry (3) (F)
CHEM 398+L Chemical Analysis (3)
CHEM 499 Independent Study (1, 2 or 3) (F/S)
ENVS 420+L Ecology (4) (F)
MATH 202 Calculus with Analytic Geometry II (3)
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Ultimately, it is the student’s responsibility to meet all requirement for his or her major program and general requirements for all students.
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A minimum of 18 credits is required.
Required courses include:
BIOL 121
BIOL 122
BIOL 234
CHEM 210
CHEM 310
(F = Fall Semester) (S = Spring Semester) (F/S = Fall or Spring Semester) (SI = Summer Session I) (SII = Summer Session II)
Minor in Science – BS Nutrition Science Program
Requires a minimum of 18 credits
BIOL 121 Anatomy and Physiology I (3)
BIOL 122 Anatomy and Physiology II (3)
BIOL 234 Intro Molecular & Cellular Biology &
Nutrigenomics (3)
BIOL 235+L General Microbiology (4) (F)
BIOL 383 Emerging Medicines and Tech (3) (S)
BIOL 421+L Biochemistry (4) (F)
ENVS 261 Earth Science I – Geology (3) (F)
ENVS 262 Earth Science II – Oceanography,
Meteorology (3) (S)
ENVS 420+L Ecology (4) (F)
PHYS 303+L General Physics I (3) (F)
PHYS 304+L General Physics II (3) (S)
CHEM 110 Introductory Chemistry (3) (F)
CHEM 210 Introductory Organic Chemistry
(3)(S)
CHEM 310 Introductory Biochemistry (3) (F)
CHEM 312 Environmental Chemistry (3) (F)
CHEM 415 Wine Chemistry (3) (TBD)
CHEM 499 Independent Study (1, 2 or 3) (F/S)
MATH 160 Analysis of Functions (Pre-Calculus
(3) (S)
MATH 170 Applications of Math to Biology (3) (S)
MATH 220 Intro to Probability & Statistics (3) (F)
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Ultimately, it is the student’s responsibility to meet all requirement for his or her major program and general requirements for all students.
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A minor in Environmental Science requires a minimum of 18 credits selected from: CHEM 312
CHEM 398, 398 L
ENVS 212, 212 L
ENVS 215
ENVS 216
CHEM CORE CHEM ADVANCED
BIOL/ENVS/PHYS MATH
(F = Fall Semester) (S = Spring Semester) (F/S = Fall or Spring Semester) (SI = Summer Session I) (SII = Summer Session II)
Minor in CHEM – BS ENVS Program
Requires a minimum of 18 credits
CHEM 221 + L Organic Chemistry I (4) (F) CHEM 222 + L Organic Chemistry II (4) (S) CHEM 312 Environmental Chemistry (3) (F) CHEM 398 Chemical Analysis (3) CHEM 415 Wine CHEM (3) CHEM 499 Independent Study (1, 2 or 3) (F/S)
CHEM 313 Medicinal Chemistry (3) (F) CHEM 399 Env. Toxicology (3) (TBD) CHEM 422 Biochemistry II (3) (TBD)
BIOL 235+L General Microbiology (4) (F)
BIOL 383 Emerging Medicines and Tech (3) (S)
BIOL 421+L Biochemistry (4) (F) ENVS 212+L Introduction to Meteorology (4) ENVS 215 Resource Conservation I (3) ENVS 216 Resource Conservation II (3) ENVS 420+L Ecology (4) (F) PHYS 303+L General Physics I (3) (F) PHYS 304+L General Physics II (3) (S)
MATH 170 Applications of Math to Biology (3) (S)
MATH 211 Calculus with Analytic Geometry I (4) (F)
MATH 220 Intro to Probability & Statistics (3) (F)
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MINOR ELEMENTARY EDUCATION
Required Courses – 18 credits (total)
Principles of Biology (BIOL 110+L) (4 credits) Introduction to Chemistry (CHEM 110) (3 credits)
Additional Course Options
DNA Forensics (BIOL 105+L) (4 credits) Sexually Transmitted Diseases (BIOL 107) (3 credits)
Earth Science I – Geology (ENVS 261) (3 credits)
OR
Earth Science II – Oceanography & Meteorology
(ENVS 262) (3 credits)
Water: The Essential Nutrient (ENVS 210) (3 credits)
Intro to Meteorology (ENVS 212) (3 credits) Resource Conservation I (ENVS 215) (3 credits)
Resource Conservation II (ENVS 216) (3 credits) Intro to Astronomy (PHYS 112+L) (4 credits)
Physical Science (PHYS 210) (3 credits)
Plus additional credits selected from other Science Department courses open to non-science majors.
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Science Department Laboratory Policies and Procedures
The following is the Guide to Science Department Laboratory Policies and Procedures. This guide applies to all University faculty,
staff, students and visitors who use Science department laboratories. Please be advised that enforcement of laboratory safety rules in
the teaching labs is the responsibility of each individual laboratory instructor. Enforcement of laboratory safety rules in research labs is
the responsibility of each principle investigator. No lab access will be granted until required lab safety training is complete.
Introduction The first and most important rule is: DO NOT USE OR HANDLE A CHEMICAL, BIOHAZARDOUS MATERIAL, OR
EQUIPMENT UNLESS YOU ARE FAMILIAR WITH IT'S PROPERTIES. Read the label or manual. If necessary, seek out additional
information from the Safety Data Sheet (SDS). The SDSs are attached to the online Science Department Chemical Inventory Biovia
CisPro Live. There are also SDS copies of the chemicals in each lab in SDS binders where the chemicals are stored.
Follow all safety instructions carefully. Be sure to follow Instructor's/Principle Investigator’s advice and seek out additional information
as necessary. If you are unsure of a procedure or Instructor's/Principle Investigator’s directions, DO NOT GUESS.
Chemical and biological hoods are important pieces of safety equipment in the laboratories. Instructors/Principle Investigators must
familiarize students with their proper operation. Chemical Fume hood monitors (CNHS 106, 300, 301, 302, 305, and 307) must be
turned on when fume hoods are in use. No exceptions. All lab instructors have been trained in fume hood monitor operations.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Please be reminded that all personnel and student must wear the proper PPE in the labs. Required PPE includes appropriate clothing,
lab coat, goggles (if required) and gloves. Should a student come unprepared to lab (without proper clothing or the required PPE),
he/she will be asked to leave and change and/or retrieve their PPE. All laboratory personnel and students must remove all PPE before
leaving the lab. Wearing PPE is not permitted in hallways and restrooms.
Laboratory Clothing Clothing worn in the laboratory should not be loose fitting, and should cover and protect as much skin as possible. The clothes should
be made of materials that are resistant to chemicals, such as cotton or other natural fibers. Jeans and long-sleeved t-shirts are great
examples of appropriate laboratory attire. Long or loose hair must be tied back. Remove jewelry (including necklaces, rings, bracelets
and watches) to prevent chemicals from seeping underneath them. Shoes must have closed toes and have soles of a good gripping
material. Clogs, perforated shoes, sandals, flip–flops and cloth shoes do not provide protection against spilled chemicals and are not to
be worn in the lab.
Laboratory Coats Lab coats are required when working in the laboratory. They should be snapped and the sleeves (no cuffs) should be rolled down. All
students enrolled in science laboratory courses are required to purchase a lab coat from the Marywood University Bookstore. Short lab
coats or other lab coats that have not been approved are strictly prohibited with no exceptions. The MU Science Department provides
lab coats for employee, research assistant, and lab assistant use only. These lab coats are not to be loaned to students who have
forgotten their lab coat. Failure to bring a lab coat constitutes unpreparedness. The student will not be allowed to participate in the
lab without their lab coat. Vinyl aprons are required for pouring/mixing strong acids or bases and must be worn over the lab coat.
Vinyl aprons are provided and located in the chemistry lab (CNHS 305). Disposable lab coats are provided for BIOl 235L, BIOL 114L,
and BIOL 332L/532L.
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Eye Protection All persons in the lab area (where chemicals are used) must wear approved eye protection. Wearing of contact lenses in a laboratory is
normally forbidden. If the use of contact lenses is required, splash proof goggles must be worn at all times. Students enrolled in
CHEM 131L, CHEM 132L, CHEM 121L, CHEM 221L, CHEM 222L, BIOL 421L/521L courses are required to purchase a pair of
indirect vent splash proof goggles from the Marywood University Bookstore. No substitutions are allowed. Students will not be
allowed to participate in lab without their goggles. Safety glasses are not permitted in Chemistry labs. Appropriate eye protection is
provided for all other labs. Remove eye protection when you leave the lab, which reduces the chance of spreading contaminants to
other areas. The MU Science Department provides eye protection for employee use.
Emergency Clothing Emergency clothing located in the chemistry lab (CNHS 305) is for emergency use only and should only be given to students who
have had to disrobe and shower due to a chemical spill. It will not be used for those who are inappropriately dressed for lab.
Laboratory Responsibilities
It is the responsibility of any person in any of the laboratories to follow the policies and procedures listed below. This includes faculty,
staff, students and visitors.
Food and Beverages Do not bring any food or beverages into the laboratory wing or chemical prep areas. Eating and drinking is forbidden in all
laboratories.
Laboratory Behavior There should be no horseplay in the laboratories including sitting on lab benches. Perform no unauthorized experiments. Store
personal items (backpacks/coats) in their proper location (as indicated by the lab instructor, principle investigator or your supervisor).
Personal Hygiene Wash hands frequently, especially when you change gloves and are ready to leave the work area. Do not apply cosmetics in the work
area including lip balm. Confine long hair.
Medical Conditions Please notify your Laboratory Instructor/Principle Investigator or supervisor immediately if you have any health related condition that
would benefit their knowledge, should a safety incident occur. Some examples are pregnancy, color blindness, allergies, chemotherapy,
immunosuppressive drug therapy, hypoglycemia or any other medical condition that requires special measures in the lab.
Leaving the Work Area Do not allow any electrical device to run unattended. Turn off all electricity, hoods, gases, water and vacuum. Lock the work area. Let
the Instructor/Principle Investigator or Laboratory Manager know you are leaving.
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Working Alone It is against departmental policy to work alone in the labs. General housekeeping work may be done alone, provided someone knows
you are working in the laboratory wing. All other lab work including research must not be done alone. Research assistants must
always have their principle investigator in the lab/Science building. If lab set up or research is to be done on weekends, late nights or
holidays when the building is closed, the principle investigator, the Science Department Chairperson or the Lab Manager must be
notified. No work is allowed in labs after 10 pm.
Cell Phone Use Cell phone use is prohibited in laboratories.
Laboratory Access
No lab access will be granted until required lab safety training is complete. Laboratory access is granted on a semester by semester basis to
authorized personnel (i.e. faculty, staff, lab assistants, graduate assistants, research assistants) at the discretion of the Lab Manager and
Department Chair. Authorized personnel may report to Madonna Hall at the beginning of each semester to have their MU
identification card programmed for laboratory access. Access may be limited to certain laboratories. Weekend and holiday access for
faculty, research assistants and laboratory assistants to the Science building (Center for Natural and Health Science CNHS) is granted
on a semester-by-semester basis as determined by the Laboratory Manager and the Department Chairperson.
Laboratory Doors Laboratory doors are fire rated, so they must be kept closed at all times. Propping of laboratory doors is prohibited. Lab instructors
may prop lab doors at the beginning of class. Once class begins, the lab doors should be closed. Instructors should make
accommodations for students that may need to leave the lab and return. Research lab doors should remain closed at all times.
Propping of Research laboratory doors is prohibited.
Laboratory Equipment All issues with laboratory equipment (including computers/printers) and laboratory maintenance should be brought to the immediate
attention of the Laboratory Manager. If the Laboratory Manager is not available the Department Chair must immediately be
contacted. All Physical Plant Work requests and IT Help Desk tickets regarding laboratory issues must be submitted by the Laboratory
Manager.
Science Department Equipment Loan
A Science Department Equipment Loan form must be filled out prior to any equipment being loaned.
Laboratory Instructor Information The ordering of laboratory equipment and supplies must be done through the Laboratory Manager. When planning for your fall,
summer, and spring lab sections or research laboratories keep the following in mind:
1. Outlines, syllabi and material needs/waste lists per session are due to the Lab Manager no later than 6 weeks prior to the start of
the semester. Please email your syllabi to the Science Department Administrative Assistant prior to the start of the semester.
2. Purchase requisition forms may be obtained online. Purchase Order Requisition
3. The Standard Operating Procedure for Purchase Orders for Laboratory and Research Supplies.
4. Materials needs lists for the semester must be broken down per lab session and must include volumes or number of items needed
per student, student group, or section.
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Anticipated waste products with volumes must be listed. This will ensure adequate planning for waste collection, storage and
disposal. Questions concerning waste should be directed to the Lab Manager or the Chemical Hygiene Officer (Dr. Deanne
Garver).
If Special Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and additional Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required for an
experiment, it must be noted.
5. All science laboratory safety concerns and questions should immediately be brought to the attention of the Lab Manager.
6. The Lab Manager is the direct supervisor of all lab assistants. All questions and issues involving lab assistants should be brought
directly to the Lab Manager.
7. Laboratory access is granted at the discretion of the Laboratory Manager and Department Chairperson. Please contact the
Laboratory Manager to request lab access.
8. All Physical Plant Work requests and IT Help Desk tickets regarding laboratory issues must be submitted by the Laboratory
Manager. Please contact the Laboratory Manager immediately regarding any laboratory computer or maintenance issues. All issues
with laboratory equipment (including computers/printers) and laboratory maintenance should be brought to the immediate attention of
the Laboratory Manager. If the Laboratory Manager is not available the Department Chair must immediately be contacted.
9. You may contact the Science Department Administrative Assistant for large print jobs that are more than 20 copies (exams, syllabi,
etc). The print job must be in an electronic format. A minimum 24-hour notice is needed.
10. You may reserve the Science department computer lab in the Center for Natural and Health Science (CNHS) building room # 103
by emailing the Science department Administrative Assistant.
Purchase Orders for Research Supplies
In order to streamline Science Department purchase order procedures, a standard operating procedure for the ordering of research
laboratory supplies is essential. This procedure is designed to guarantee all chemicals and supplies are received through a central
location. This will ensure Safety Data Sheets (SDS) are obtained prior to ordering, chemicals and supplies are logged into the
inventory and materials are properly handled and stored.
This procedure applies to all principal investigators and student researchers who need to order research laboratory supplies.
Procedure
1. Purchase orders requisition forms must be completed for requested items. They may be obtained on the Marywood University
website at: http://www.marywood.edu/dotAsset/76960.pdf
2. The following information must be included on the requisition:
1. Vendor Name
2. Item # of requested item(s)
3. Item description, including size, volume, etc.
4. Quantity
5. Price, if quoted from the vendor with price quote attached to PO requisition, where applicable
6. Date when material(s) are required
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3. The Principal Investigator will signify approval of the requisition by his/her signature and the proper budget number
designation will be assigned.
4. All Purchase Order (PO) requisitions are submitted to the Laboratory Manager (LM).
5. The LM will obtain SDS on any new chemical and review it for storage and handling recommendations.
6. The LM will submit the PO requisition to Fiscal Affairs (Purchasing Agent/Grants Accountant) for processing and assignment
of a PO number.
7. Purchasing will return the completed PO to the LM, who will review the document for errors.
8. The order will be placed by the LM via fax, phone or online. All orders will be tracked by the LM.
9. All orders will be inspected upon delivery by the LM for accuracy and damage. The LM will resolve any problems with orders.
10. The LM will notify the Principal Investigator upon the arrival of his or her items. The LM will log chemicals into the
inventory and deliver them to the appropriate location for storage.
11. The LM will sign, date and mark “OK to Pay” the PO green copy. This should then be copied, retained. The green copy will
be sent to Fiscal Affairs.
12. The LM will file the remaining PO copy and original packing slip according to the assigned budget number. These files shall
be accessible to the Department Chair, Principle Investigator and the Secretary for budget monitoring purposes.
Safety Training Mandatory Chemical Hygiene, Blood Bourne Pathogen and Fire Safety training is conducted for all Science Faculty, Laboratory
Instructional Assistants, Graduate Assistants, Laboratory Assistants, and Research Assistants typically during the first week of the fall
semester. Science Department Laboratory Safety Training is required for all Science Faculty, Laboratory Instructional Assistants,
Laboratory Assistants, Research Assistants, Visiting Researchers, and Graduate Assistants prior to working in the research or teaching
laboratories. This training is assigned by the Laboratory Manager and Department Chairperson. Additional training may be in
consultation with the Principle Investigator if the appointment involves a research project. Additional online training may be required
for research assistants and graduate assistants by the Office of Research and Community Collaboration. Specialized training of
Laboratory Assistants, Graduate Assistants and Research Assistants is also conducted on a case-by-case basis by the Laboratory
Manager or Principle Investigator. No lab access will be granted until required lab safety training is complete.
Responsibility for Training Handling and disposal instructions should be given to all students by the Laboratory Instructor or Principle Investigator responsible for
the laboratory where chemicals and biohazard materials are used.
Safety Rules Agreement
It is the Laboratory Instructor’s responsibility to review the safety rules agreement with laboratory students. Review of safety rules
agreement includes:
Have the students read it
Review it with them to ensure sure they understand it
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Require students to sign the agreement (signed copies should be kept on file in the Laboratory Manager’s office) with the
understanding that their signature means they agree to follow it
Laboratory instructors are responsible to reinforce this agreement with the following:
Create a section in the laboratory syllabus that explains personal protective equipment (PPE)
review the required PPE in pre-laboratory discussions for each experiment
perform a thorough review of the health and safety aspects of each experiment
Laboratory instructors are also responsible to:
include safety in the laboratory as part of their final lab grade (a certain percentage or a certain point value for each lab
experiment)
include safety questions on each laboratory quiz/practical given during the semester
require a safety section/part within their laboratory report
Instructors must include consequences of breaking the safety agreement in the laboratory syllabus:
First offense would be a verbal warning
Second offense would be a written warning
Third offense would be grounds to ask the student to leave the laboratory for that day and a meeting with the Department
chairperson
Undergraduate Laboratory Assistant Responsibilities The undergraduate laboratory assistants perform the following duties as part of their job description:
1. Prepare solutions and gather laboratory equipment for each weekly experiment
2. May assist the course instructor in overseeing and helping with laboratory setup, if requested
3. Take responsibility for cleanup and proper storage of laboratory solutions and equipment
4. Work under the supervision of the Laboratory Manager
Subsequently, undergraduate laboratory assistants are not responsible for:
1. Grading of laboratory reports, quizzes and/or exams
2. Proctoring of laboratory sessions
3. Teaching on behalf of the laboratory course instructor
An undergraduate laboratory assistant may be requested to be present for a laboratory session, but is not guaranteed. At least one
undergraduate laboratory assistant will be present in the laboratory wing each evening during scheduled laboratory sessions to assist
with laboratory needs and for safety purposes. Individual assistants for each evening lab session are not guaranteed.
Fire Drills and Evacuation Note location of closest fire alarm and extinguisher in each work area. Note location of emergency phone numbers which are on each
laboratory phone and locate all emergency exits.
Safety Equipment Note location and operation of safety showers, first aid kits, chemical spill kits, and eye wash stations in each of the work areas. Items
must not block safety equipment (ex. podium, lab cart).
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Laboratory Dissection Policy Students enrolled in BIOL 122L and BIOL 151L are required to purchase a dissection kit. Dissection kits may be purchased from the
MU bookstore. Students will not be allowed to participate in dissection labs without their dissection kit. Students who are opposed to
dissection activity must discuss alternative dissection options with the laboratory instructor and the department Chair.
Anatomy and Physiology Model Policy Models that are used for classroom demonstration purposes outside of CNHS Lab # 109 must be signed out by the faculty member.
Immediately following the demonstration period, models must be returned (signed-in) to CNHS Lab # 109. No models should be left
in classrooms unattended, since replacements are expensive. A cart is available in CNHS # 110 to transport models to and from the
laboratory. A sing-out/sign-in sheet is located just inside the door on the wall of CNHS Lab # 109.
Laboratory Inventory Vertere is an inventory management system used by the Marywood University (MU) Science Department. It is used to track
containers of chemicals and equipment by owner and location. All MU Science department full time faculty, laboratory/graduate
assistants and select research assistants should use this inventory system. Access to the system is granted on a case by case basis by
the Laboratory Manager and Science Department Chairperson. Users may better manage their stock of materials by knowing where
chemicals and equipment are located down to the shelf in a laboratory cabinet.
Barcode labels are attached to each inventoried container and by looking up the barcode, information about that container such as the
owner, location, inventory date and container history may be viewed. No chemical, supply or equipment contained in the laboratories
should be moved or deleted without the Laboratory Manager’s permission. If the chemical, supply or equipment is from a research
lab the Principle Investigator must be asked and the Lab Manager must be notified before anything may be moved. The Lab
Manager will move the chemical, supply or equipment in the inventory system and then physically move it to a new location.
For more information, please consult the Science Department Chemical Inventory Vertere Standard Operating Procedure.
EMERGENCY ACTION
Report the nature of the emergency to the appropriate medical or fire facility. Note location of emergency phone numbers which are
on each laboratory phones. THE CLOSEST PHONE IS USUALLY IN THE LAB NEAR THE INSTRUCTOR'S DESK. Give the
location of the emergency. For the record, we are located in the laboratory wing of the Center for Natural and Health Sciences
(CNHS).
EMERGENCY 911 PHONE ACCESS: If, when dialing 911, you experience a delay, stay on the phone.
IF INDIVIDUALS ARE INJURED, REPORT NATURE OF INJURY AND WHETHER THERE IS A CHEMICAL OR ELECTRICAL
FIRE. DIRECT EMERGENCY RESPONSE TO APPROPRIATE LOCATION AS BEST AS POSSIBLE.
Notify others about the emergency. This would normally mean reporting to the Laboratory Manager, Department Chairperson,
Secretarial Area and/or Campus Safety. If necessary, have someone go outside to direct the emergency response team.
Incident/Accident Reports
An incident report should be filed with each laboratory accident or near miss. A report detailing the event must be filled out by the
Supervisor, Laboratory Instructor or Principle Investigator as soon as possible.
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Employee Incident/Accident Reports
If a MU employee is involved in an incident/accident an Incident/Accident Investigation Report must be filed with Human Resources
within 24 hours.
Student Incident/Accident Reports If a MU student (who does not work for MU) is involved in an incident/accident a Science Department Laboratory Incident/Accident
Report must be filed with the Laboratory Manager. Copies of the MU Science Department Incident Report can also be found in the
lab instructor desk.
General Precautions
HANDLING CHEMICALS AND BIOHAZARDS
All chemicals are potentially harmful. Avoid contact with any chemical. It is especially important to keep chemicals and biohazards
away from your face and clothing. Substances are absorbed into the body through the skin or through inhalation or ingestion.
Remember that chemicals can be transferred to the eyes from your hands. To avoid contamination of other areas, all laboratory
personnel and students must remove all PPE before leaving the lab. Wearing PPE is not permitted in hallways and restrooms.
The following general precautions are recommended:
Know the properties of the chemical.
Keep hands and face clean. Wash hands in the laboratory before and after each lab session.
Never taste/ingest a chemical.
Do not use a chemical from an unlabeled or doubtful container.
Respiratory hazards should be dispensed in the fume hood.
Carefully read labels before picking up the container.
Hold the bottle with the label side toward your palm.
If a stopper or lid is stuck, use extreme caution in opening.
Do not use more material than directed.
Always use fume hoods for pouring chemicals.
Always pour and transfer slowly. Do not dump chemicals.
Always pour concentrated solutions into water slowly with stirring.
Make sure containers are adequately supported.
Never look into the opening of a vessel containing a chemical.
Never use mouth suction to pipet.
Never add a chemical to a hot solvent unless specified.
Use impact-resistant containers to carry chemicals.
Do not use equipment without instruction and/or permission.
SPECIAL SAFETY NOTE: IF A CONTAINER OF AN ORGANIC LIQUID HAS A SOLID DEPOSIT AROUND THE LID
AREA, DO NOT TOUCH THE BOTTLE OR LID IN ANY MANNER. IT MAY CONTAIN EXPLOSIVE PEROXIDE
MATERIALS, WHICH MAY DETONATE ON CONTACT.
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Never leave heat sources unattended.
Keep alcohols acetone and other flammables away from flames.
Disposable gloves must be worn when working with blood or body fluids.
Upon entering the laboratory, please keep all book bags off lab benches. Place neatly away in designated area.
Before leaving the lab, clean the bench top with the provided cleaning reagents.
Never remove any chemicals, equipment, media, bacterial cultures, or supplies from the lab. Doing so is absolutely
prohibited.
Do not place contaminated instruments, such as inoculating loops, needles, and pipettes, on bench tops. Loops and needles
should be sterilized by incineration, and pipettes should be disposed of in designated receptacles.
On completion of the laboratory session, place all cultures and materials in the disposal area as designated by the instructor.
Carry cultures in a test-tube rack when moving around the laboratory. Likewise, keep cultures in a test-tube rack on the
bench tops when not in use. This serves a dual purpose: to prevent accidents and to avoid contamination of yourself and the
environment.
When working in a biohazard laboratory goggles should be worn if an aerosol might be formed or splattering of these fluids is
likely to occur.
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Laboratory Spills
Chemical Hazards Pay attention to the Supervisor, Laboratory Instructor or Principle Investigator's directions regarding the safe handling and disposal of
chemicals and biohazards. IT IS THE STUDENTS’ RESPONSIBILITY TO SEEK ADVICE AND GUIDANCE WHENEVER THEY
ARE IN DOUBT ABOUT SAFETY PROCEDURES OR POTENTIAL HAZARDS IN THEIR LABORATORY WORK.
NOTIFY SUPERVISOR, LABORATORY INSTRUCTOR OR PRINCIPLE INVESTIGATOR AND FOLLOW GUIDELINES
1. Be prepared
Know the properties of the chemicals and biohazards which are present in your work area. At a minimum you should know
flammability, volatility, corrosivity and toxicity properties of chemicals. Information on chemicals and biohazards should be
obtained from your Supervisor, Laboratory Instructor or Principle Investigator. Detailed chemical information may be found
on individual Safety Data Sheets (SDSs). Be aware of the biohazard level of your laboratory.
2. Protect yourself from injury
Never expose yourself to a spill situation unless you have the proper protective equipment. At a minimum this means indirect
vent splash goggles, gloves and lab coat.
3. Alert other Lab Assistants and Students in the area
Keep others away from the spill.
4. Isolate the spill from related hazards
If a volatile, flammable material is spilled, turn off all flames and spark-producing equipment such as motors or stirrers.
KEEP FUME HOODS ON.
5. Contain the spill
Liquid chemical spills of DILUTE AQUEOUS SOLUTIONS may be cleaned up with dampened paper towels and rinsed with
water. The appropriate ABSORBENT MATERIAL should be used to contain Concentrated ACID SPILLS and concentrated
BASE (ALKALINE) SPILLS. These absorbents are located in the spill control boxes in CNHS 97, CNHS 107 and CNHS
305. Clay absorbents or vermiculite should be used for ORGANIC materials. Circle the chemical spill with the material and
use caution, since mixing absorbents and certain organics may cause a SLIP HAZARD.
Any spilled body fluid must be cleaned with a 1:10 bleach solution or equivalent solution as designated by your Supervisor,
Laboratory or Principle Investigator.
6. Clean up/dispose the absorbed material
A dustpan or brush should be used to place an absorbed chemical spill in a plastic bag (label bag with chemical hazards).
These materials are located in the spill control boxes. Place labelled plastic hazardous chemical waste bag in CNHS 302
Satellite Accumulation Area Hood.
Paper towels contaminated with body fluids should be placed in a red biohazard bag and placed in the -20 degree Celsius
freezer in CNHS 95.
7. Clean yourself up
Make sure you wash all parts of your body which may have been exposed to the chemicals.
8. Learn from the experience
How could you have prevented the spill in the first place?
9. Fill out an Incident Report
If a MU employee is involved in an incident/accident an Incident/Accident Investigation Report must be filed with Human
Resources within 24 hours.
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If a MU student (who does not work for MU) is involved in an incident/accident a Science Department Laboratory
Incident/Accident Report must be filed with the Laboratory Manager. Copies of the MU Science Department Incident Report
can also be found in the lab instructor desk.
Chemicals on the Skin Immediately flush the area with cold running water for at least fifteen minutes. Wash gently with soap and water, removing jewelry
immediately as necessary.
Notify Supervisor, Laboratory Instructor or Principle Investigator.
Get prompt medical attention and explain exactly what happened.
For chemicals contaminating a large area of the body or clothing, use the safety shower immediately. Remove contaminated clothing
immediately. Be careful not to spread the chemical to additional areas of skin, especially into the eyes. KEEP SAFETY GOGGLES
ON UNLESS EYES ARE AFFECTED. Immediately, flood entire area with water for at least fifteen minutes. Get prompt medical
attention.
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General
General Housekeeping
Laboratory doors are fire rated, so they must be kept closed at all times. Propping of laboratory doors is prohibited. Lab
instructors may prop lab doors at the beginning of class. Once class begins, the lab doors should be closed. Instructors
should make accommodations for students that may need to leave the lab and return. Research lab doors should remain
closed at all times. Propping of Research laboratory doors is prohibited.
Keep all work areas clean and uncluttered. Keep cabinets and doors closed, as much as possible.
Never store materials, especially chemicals, on the floor.
Keep aisles clear of wastebaskets and carts as much as possible.
Clean glassware promptly at the sink or dishwasher. Use hot water and detergent for cleanup. Consult the instructor
for more difficult stains.
Wear gloves where appropriate.
Laboratory storage of large amounts of chemicals should be avoided as much as possible.
Return large containers of chemicals to their proper storage area as soon as possible. Use the safety secondary carriers for
the large jugs.
Use carts to transfer chemicals between the various work areas. Be sure all containers are secured on the carts.
If chemicals are moved between the floors of the facility, they should be secured on the carts and transported on the
elevator. Do not carry chemicals on stairwells.
Hazardous Waste
Management MU Science Department follows policies and procedures outlined in the Hazardous Waste Management Plan.
Chemical wastes from experiments will be collected as directed in the experimental procedure and outlined by the instructor.
Containers should be clearly labeled as to contents with the chemical name(s), and concentration if possible. Place
containers in CNHS 302 Satellite Accumulation Area Hood before the next scheduled laboratory.
Management of chemical waste is the responsibility of the Chemical Safety Officer (currently Dr. Deanne Garver). Wastes are
segregated as to type and transferred to the appropriate storage container. Wastes are stored for lab packing the flammables cabinets
in Room 309. An EPA-approved waste-hauler is contracted for proper labeling, transport, and disposal. Records regarding disposal
are on file in the Human Resources Office.
Biological wastes are handled according to the Science Department Biological Waste Disposal Standard Operating Procedure.
Special Science Department Standard Operating Procedures Some special Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) may be found in the Marywood University Chemical Hygiene Plan.
Additional SOPs are:
Effective us of Autoclaves
Microbiological Media Preparation
Biological Waste Disposal