The Department of Biology at West Virginia University is dedicated to the study of living organisms and the processes of life. Our staff and programs train students in the rapidly-expanding field of Biology and pursue discovery through focused and collaborative research activities.

Chair: Dr. Richard Thomas 
Director of Undergraduate Advising :Dr. Jeff Wells
Associate Chair for Undergraduate Assessment and Curriculum Development: Dr. Clifton Bishop
Associate Chair for Graduate Studies:Dr. William T. Peterjohn