MSSU Department of Biology & Environmental Health

MSSU Department of Biology & Environmental Health Official page for the Department of Biology & Environmental Health at MSSU

Our department has:
-Four different degree programs in BIO
-Average class sizes of 22.4 students
-Undergraduate research and field experiences
-National & international internship & research opportunities
-An 88% acceptance rate into professional or graduate programs

-Fully accredited BS in Evironmental Health Program (only 28 in the nation)
-the ONLY online accredited program for EH in the natio

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-BAS in Environmental Health and Safety is 2+2 for anyone with an associate degree (also available fully online
-BS and BAS students earn Graduate Safety Practioner designation following graduation (stepping stone to CEHS)

2026 Outstanding Teacher (two chosen among all faculty on the MSSU campus) was Dr. Jason Willand! One more reason to kee...
08/19/2026

2026 Outstanding Teacher (two chosen among all faculty on the MSSU campus) was Dr. Jason Willand! One more reason to keep the celebration vibes going!

We just keep celebrating over here! 2026 Outstanding Academic Advisor (among all faculty on the MSSU campus) was none ot...
08/17/2026

We just keep celebrating over here! 2026 Outstanding Academic Advisor (among all faculty on the MSSU campus) was none other than our Dr. David Penning!

What a year for our department! Many faculty celebrating milestone years of service. So honored to call you all a part o...
08/15/2026

What a year for our department! Many faculty celebrating milestone years of service.

So honored to call you all a part of our pride 💚🦁

The Environmental Health and Safety Program faculty and 5 students got the awesome opportunity to attend the 2026 Nation...
08/12/2026

The Environmental Health and Safety Program faculty and 5 students got the awesome opportunity to attend the 2026 National Environmental Health Association Annual Education Conference. They enjoyed 5 days of attending sessions learning about current research and happenings in the world of environmental health!

Awesome opportunity!
08/11/2026

Awesome opportunity!

07/24/2026
Recruiting some awesome students from the Ignite Program in Bentonville AR today!
05/19/2026

Recruiting some awesome students from the Ignite Program in Bentonville AR today!

The EHS Club took an end of semester trip to the Ozark Underground Lab in Protem, MO. This trip allowed students to expe...
05/15/2026

The EHS Club took an end of semester trip to the Ozark Underground Lab in Protem, MO. This trip allowed students to experience the Tumbling Creek Cave (home to the endangered and endemic Tumbling Creek Cave Snail) and discuss current environmental problems with professionals who work with these problems daily. The Laboratory is the only facility of its kind in the United States, and the field trip provided a totally unique educational experience.

The above ground and below ground tour allowed for a truly immersive experience to understand the connectivity of the two environments.

The overnight trip allowed for some great relaxation too! Great hiking and campfire games!

One of our favorite events of the academic year! Love getting to celebrate the hardwork and dedication of these students...
05/12/2026

One of our favorite events of the academic year! Love getting to celebrate the hardwork and dedication of these students 💚🦁🧪🥼

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3950 Newman Road
Joplin, MO
64801

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