Meet a Science Major: Danielle Bricker, Zoology

Описание: Meet Danielle, a fourth-year zoology major at Oregon State’s College of Science. When she was choosing a college, OSU stood out as one of just a few schools in the U.S. to offer a dedicated four-year degree in zoology. Here, Danielle describes her OSU experience, including time well spent at our Science Success Center. And thanks to an impressive array of hands-on learning experiences, Danielle has paved her own exciting career path. So can you. Learn more about the Zoology major here: https://beav.es/iLd

If you love animals and want to make them your life’s work, a zoology degree from Oregon State is exactly where to start. From the Pacific Northwest to every corner of the planet, Team Science is making incredible contributions to animal science. And undergrad students like you have the chance to be right at the forefront!

“Zoology is one of the smaller biological science majors here at OSU,” says Danielle. “And that means that the community is really amazing.” The College of Science offers undergraduate research opportunities, where you can work alongside faculty members who are truly invested in your future. Undergrads benefit not only from supportive mentorship and guidance but also experiences that translate into a career-ready resume that stands out.

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Danielle’s tip for success: “Ask for help. We have a really amazing Science Success Center here.” The Center (SSC) is a welcoming physical space where students come for an inspiring space to study and a chance to explore more of what Team Science offers. Whether you’re prepping for a quiz or prepping for a career, the SSC is where to go. And of course, as Danielle mentions, there’s the free coffee!

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As a zoology major at Oregon State, you’ll join a close-knit community of animal lovers who prove every day why science is better here. Thanks to better hands-on learning, better faculty support and better resources, our students go on to have better careers in biology, animal care, conservation and so much more. It’s like we always say …

Start here, go anywhere!