Biology Department Newsletter - December

Happy End of Semester!

We made it to the end of the semester, but we aren't quite done yet. While students sit for their exams and faculty get their final grading done, the lab crew are hard at work moving every beaker, microscope, and pipette to our new wing of Donnelly Science. When you return next semester we'll have new classrooms, new labs, and new hangout spots to explore. To celebrate the new space we will be having a party! Join us on Wednesday January 28th at 12:00 PM on the new floor 2 by the stairs. We'll have food and drinks to kick off the new semester in our new space. Remember to RSVP.

Until then, good luck on your final exams and have a wonderful winter break!

Do you have something you'd like featured in our newsletter? Please email me at amaxwell2@loyola.edu

See you next semester!

Ada Maxwell
Biology Program Specialist

Summer 2026 Hauber Research Fellowship Applications are open

Who should apply?

Loyola University Maryland undergraduate students in the field of Natural and Applied Sciences interested in working side-by-side with a faculty mentor to conduct research in their area of interest are encouraged to apply. For many students, Hauber fellowships have been a stepping stone to campus and national awards, co-authorship on presentations and/or manuscripts, and entry into professional or graduate school. Hauber Research Fellows also have the opportunity to present their research posters on more than one occasion during the 2025-2026 academic year. Students gain valuable knowledge in the realm of research while faculty receive help with their projects and the pleasure of working directly with students. 

Appointments carry a stipend of $5000 for the duration of the 10-week program, plus discounted or free summer housing. 

How to apply?

Students should connect with a sponsoring faculty member and identify a tentative research project to apply.  They should then complete the online application form including the name of their faculty mentor(s), proposed project title and abstract.

Application Deadline: Friday, January 30, 2026
Visit the Hauber Summer Research Fellowship webpage for more information

Study Biohealth at Newcastle University

Continue your Biohealth coursework while exploring Newcastle, England.

Visit the International Programs webpage for more information about Newcastle University

Contact Dr Michael Tangrea for more information about studying Biohealth abroad

Final information session for Sleep and Circadian Hygiene Maymester January 16th

Dates: May 19-31, 2026

• Instructors: Craig Myrum cmyrum@loyola.edu
  Amy Wolfson awolfson@loyola.edu
• Course: (3 credits) BL425/PY425-level; Pre-reqs: Either BL150 or PY101
• Eligibilities: Open to all undergraduate students, can fulfill general elective credits or CM major or minor course requirements
• Cost: $4,250 (airfare not included)- Includes tuition, housing, some group meals, group excursions/tours, and entrances to museums.
• Max number of students: 16 students
• Locations this trip visits: Laboratories at the University of Bergen that study sleep and circadian rhythm. Exploring Bryggen-a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Bergen-a city surrounded by
  mountains.

Information Session: January 16, 2025 in FC215
Application Deadline:  February 13, 2026
Visit International Programs webpage for more information