Director's Message
Welcome to the only Microbiology major in Nebraska, where you’ll receive interdisciplinary training with faculty from across two colleges and a range of departments within the College of Arts and Sciences and College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, all working together to help you reach your career goals. Our program is designed with flexibility to support diverse career paths in fields such as medicine, health, environmental science, and biotechnology. The curriculum is aligned with professional requirements of the American Society for Microbiology.
At UNL, our faculty, staff and dedicated advisors are here to support you every step of the way. We’ll work closely with you to create a personalized plan that includes academics, hands-on learning experiences, and professional development opportunities tailored to your interests to help you embark on your career.
To learn more, feel free to visit us anytime or reach out to microbiology@unl.edu with questions. We look forward to meeting you and helping you take the first steps toward a fulfilling successful career in microbiology!
Academic Success Coordinator
Microbiology Academic Success Coordinator
As the University of Nebraska Microbiology Undergraduate Academic Success Coordinator, Dr. Peter Mullin is here to help students in our microbiology major do well in their classes, build good study habits, and stay on track to graduate. Dr. Mullin is available to guide you through those tough science classes, suggest better study habits, and connect you with on-campus services. Dr. Mullin also teams up with our advisors and our microbiology community to share news about possible scholarship opportunities, openings for research lab positions, and professional development events to ensure our students are successful here at UNL and beyond.
Content
The Microbiology Program at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is an interdepartmental major. Faculty from several different departments are affiliated with the microbiology program.
The microbiology program is led by Dr. Karrie Weber, assisted by an advisory committee.
General Information
If you need general information about UNL's Microbiology Program, please send an email to microbiology@unl.edu or call 402-472-8704.
Academic Advising
If you need advising assistance, please contact UNL Microbiology Academic Success Coordinator Dr. Peter Mullin, Tori Kreikemeier (CASNR) or Leslie Gallagher (CAS).
