Undergraduate Studies

Student Organizations

The Biochemistry Society

In its promotional flier, the Biochemistry Society states the following:

If you're looking for other students interested in biochemistry/molecular biology, a study partner for one of your cl asses, or advice from more experienced students, then the Biochemistry Society of Penn State is for you! You will meet all varieties of people - pre-med students, research lovers, and double majors just to list a few. Learn about the different things you can do with your major and all the opportunities available at Penn State. In addition to the vast array of experiences represented among our members, you can gain new perspectives by participation in seminars and listening to our guest speakers.

Meeting times and places are announced via the BMB list server, in the lobbies of Frear and Althouse buildings, in The Daily Col legian and on the Biochemistry Society's web page at http://www.clubs.psu.edu/up/biochem/

Student Chapter of the American Society for Microbiology

According to its own promotional flier, the Student Chapter of the American Society for Microbiology exists for at least three purposes:

1. to serve as a resource for current and prospective microbiology majors

• answer questions on course selection, research, our major, etc.
• participate in Eberly College of Science open houses and give tours to prospective students
• provide information about graduate school and other career options

2. to provide a forum for socializing

• get to know other Micrb majors at club meetings
• participate in social and charitable events
• get to meet and know more about undergraduate instructors
• take exciting trips to the ASM Branch meetings

3. promote public awareness of relevant microbiological topics

Meeting times are announced on the Club bulletin board in South Frear. Visit the Club's web page at http://www.clubs.psu.edu/up/asm_psu/index.html