College of Business, Industry, Life Science, and Agriculture
Dean: Duane Merlin Ford
Department of Biology
The College of Business, Industry, Life Science, and Agriculture (BILSA) offers degree programs in agriculture, biology, business and accounting, computer science and communication technologies management, and industrial studies. With its emphasis on both theoretical and applied knowledge, the college is committed to educational excellence within a diverse learning community. As a resource center, BILSA promotes cooperative interactions with organizations in the public and private sectors. In addition, BILSA provides general education courses in the natural sciences for all students at the university. Our faculty believe in assisting students to become lifelong learners, develop clear thinking, and possess a healthy curiosity for knowledge. Students are encouraged to diligently pursue intellectually stimulating activities beyond those typically taught in the academic classroom. Courses in humanities, communications, sciences, and mathematics are required of all majors, to help prepare them to enter a rapidly changing and increasingly international workforce. Required core courses in each major ensure the breadth of technical, analytical, scientific, and business knowledge skills necessary for future success. Finally, students' upper-level study in majors, minors, or emphasis areas provides intensive knowledge in a particular field of specialization.
Professional ProgramsThe College of Business, Industry, Life Science, and Agriculture provides professional programs of study for students seeking to enter careers in a wide variety of fields. Demand for graduates of all programs offered within the college is exceptional. People who graduate from the college can seek careers in both private and public entities, along with being able to pursue continued education in graduate or professional programs.
Cooperative EducationMost programs within the college offer the opportunity for cooperative education and internships, which are supervised, applied experiences related to the program of study. Students can earn academic credits while earning a salary in these programs. Many opportunities exist for this experience. Faculty work closely to assist students in gaining the best experience which will enhance employment opportunites upon graduation. Employers speak very highly of the college's internship program.
Extracurricular ActivitiesThe college strongly believes that students should have an opportunity to participate in a wide variety of activities associated with their major studies. Over 30 student clubs and organizations are available within the college to allow students to gain "hands-on" experiences within their area of interest. These organizations work cooperatively with the departments/school to incorporate activities which will broaden the students' educational experiences.
International EducationMany social science and humanities courses which can fulfill program requirements are available through UW-Platteville's Study Abroad Programs in England, France, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, and Spain.
Alternate Delivery MethodsCollege of BILSA faculty are actively addressing new methods of delivering courses for students on-campus, as well as students at a distance. The use of web-based activities and courses, computer-mediated discussions, audio teleconferencing, and compressed video delivery allows options for students to participate in classes in a number of ways. The college has for many years successfully offered an extended degree program in business administration for students unable to attend on-campus classes. This program allows participants the opportunity to obtain their entire college degree without leaving their geographic location. For more information about this program, refer to the Special Program Section.
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