What It’s Like to Study Biological Sciences at UNE

Hear directly from students in UNE’s School of Biological Sciences about their learning experiences. From hands-on lab classes and small cohorts to supportive mentors and meaningful research, these testimonials highlight how UNE nurtures scientific curiosity, builds strong critical-thinking skills, and prepares students for careers in biology, medicine, and beyond.

Portrait photo of U N E student Anthony Johnson

Outside of lectures, my [UNE] lab classes are taught in ways that help us process what we learn through hands-on applications.

Medical Biology
Headshot of U N E student Chase Walter

I’ve met some really amazing people through the Med Bio program at UNE. So many of my peers are vastly intelligent and are more than willing to study together.

Medical Biology (Medical Sciences)
Olivia Scott stands smiling at the camera holding her handmade ceramics

[The research I participated in] made me feel like I can make change — like I am part of a much bigger purpose.

Biological Sciences, Environmental Science
Olivia Scott stands smiling at the camera holding her handmade ceramics

[The research I participated in] made me feel like I can make change — like I am part of a much bigger purpose.

Biological Sciences, Environmental Science
Olivia Scott stands smiling at the camera holding her handmade ceramics

[The research I participated in] made me feel like I can make change — like I am part of a much bigger purpose.

Biological Sciences, Environmental Science
Mackenzie O'Brien

You can't top the biology labs and the classes that are offered at UNE.

Biological Sciences, Mental Health Rehabilitation
Morgan Hill

I think that UNE’s global approach and global initiative are allowing students to push themselves to go abroad to experience other cultures, broaden their perspectives, and think for themselves. 

Medical Biology
Morgan Hill

Doing my internship at Croissant Rouge allowed me to get an international perspective of chronic pain.

Medical Biology
valerie pendleton

The courses that I’ve taken at UNE, in combination with support from my professors, have taught me the critical thinking skills crucial to become a well-rounded healthcare professional.

Medical Biology (Medical Sciences), Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.)
valerie pendleton

The courses that I’ve take at UNE, in combination with support from my professors, have taught me the critical thinking skills crucial to become a well-rounded healthcare professional.

Medical Biology (Medical Sciences), Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.)
nicole robitaille

The advisors, professors, and professional staff at UNE really helped prepare me for my future.

Medical Biology (Pre-Physician Assistant Track), Physician Assistant (M.S.P.A.)
nicole robitaille

The advisors, professors, and professional staff at UNE really helped prepare me for my future.

Medical Biology (Pre-Physician Assistant Track), Physician Assistant (M.S.P.A.)
spencer valley

With class sizes being small, I was able to get help when I needed it, and I could approach my professors with any questions I had.

Dental Medicine (D.M.D.), Medical Biology (Medical Sciences)
Chloe

To say that my expectations were exceeded is an understatement.

Dental Medicine (D.M.D.), Medical Biology (Medical Sciences)