Patrick Stephens

Associate Professor

Biology

TEACHING SUMMARY

I generally teach one section of BIOL 1113, Introductory Biology, in the Fall.  I also teach new course, Disease Ecology (BIOL 4333/ 5333), whihc was offered for the first time in the Spring of 2023.  This is generally offered during the Spring semester.

TEACHING

  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Research for PhD Dissertation
    6 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2026
    Independent research for the PhD dissertation under the supervision of a graduate faculty member. Previously offered as ZOOL 6000.Offered for variable credit, 1-15 credit hours, maximum of 60 credit hours.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Disease Ecology
    12 Jan 2026 - 1 May 2026
    Understanding the ecology and evolution of pathogens and host-parasite relationships. This course will cover topics from the evolution of virulence and antibiotic resistance to globalization, emerging infectious diseases, and the factors driving increased pandemic risk. May not be used for degree credit with BIOL 5333.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1113 or BIOL 1114 and junior standing.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Disease Ecology
    12 Jan 2026 - 1 May 2026
    Understanding the ecology and evolution of pathogens and host-parasite relationships. This course will cover topics from the evolution of virulence and antibiotic resistance to globalization, emerging infectious diseases, and the factors driving increased pandemic risk. A class in Introductory Biology recommended. May not be used for degree credit with BIOL 4333.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Research for Master's Thesis
    12 Jan 2026 - 1 May 2026
    Independent research for the MS Thesis under the supervision of graduate faculty member. Previously offered as ZOOL 5000.Offered for variable credit, 1-3 credit hours, maximum of 6 credit hours.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Research for PhD Dissertation
    12 Jan 2026 - 1 May 2026
    Independent research for the PhD dissertation under the supervision of a graduate faculty member. Previously offered as ZOOL 6000.Offered for variable credit, 1-15 credit hours, maximum of 60 credit hours.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Undergraduate Research Problems
    15 Sep 2025 - 5 Dec 2025
    Participation in faculty research or execution of a problem formulated by the student. Project will include the communication of research results in written and/or oral form. Previously offered as ZOOL 4700.Offered for variable credit, 1-4 credit hours, maximum of 4 credit hours.Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Introductory Biology (N)
    18 Aug 2025 - 5 Dec 2025
    Introduction to the integration between structure and function among all levels of biological organization. Application of principles of evolution, genetics, physiology and ecology to understanding the integrated and interdependent nature of living systems through discussions emphasizing the process of science. Discussions include current issues, local research, observations, and investigations. Recommended for science and non-science majors. Concurrent enrollment in BIOL 1111 Introductory Biology Laboratory is highly recommended. May not be used for degree credit with BIOL 1114.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Research for Master's Thesis
    18 Aug 2025 - 5 Dec 2025
    Independent research for the MS Thesis under the supervision of graduate faculty member. Previously offered as ZOOL 5000.Offered for variable credit, 1-3 credit hours, maximum of 6 credit hours.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Research for PhD Dissertation
    18 Aug 2025 - 5 Dec 2025
    Independent research for the PhD dissertation under the supervision of a graduate faculty member. Previously offered as ZOOL 6000.Offered for variable credit, 1-15 credit hours, maximum of 60 credit hours.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Research for PhD Dissertation
    7 Jul 2025 - 1 Aug 2025
    Independent research for the PhD dissertation under the supervision of a graduate faculty member. Previously offered as ZOOL 6000.Offered for variable credit, 1-15 credit hours, maximum of 60 credit hours.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Research for Master's Thesis
    9 Jun 2025 - 1 Aug 2025
    Independent research for the MS Thesis under the supervision of graduate faculty member. Previously offered as ZOOL 5000.Offered for variable credit, 1-3 credit hours, maximum of 6 credit hours.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Disease Ecology
    13 Jan 2025 - 2 May 2025
    Understanding the ecology and evolution of pathogens and host-parasite relationships. This course will cover topics from the evolution of virulence and antibiotic resistance to globalization, emerging infectious diseases, and the factors driving increased pandemic risk. May not be used for degree credit with BIOL 5333.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1113 or BIOL 1114 and junior standing.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Disease Ecology
    13 Jan 2025 - 2 May 2025
    Understanding the ecology and evolution of pathogens and host-parasite relationships. This course will cover topics from the evolution of virulence and antibiotic resistance to globalization, emerging infectious diseases, and the factors driving increased pandemic risk. A class in Introductory Biology recommended. May not be used for degree credit with BIOL 4333.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Research for Master's Thesis
    13 Jan 2025 - 2 May 2025
    Independent research for the MS Thesis under the supervision of graduate faculty member. Previously offered as ZOOL 5000.Offered for variable credit, 1-3 credit hours, maximum of 6 credit hours.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Research for PhD Dissertation
    13 Jan 2025 - 2 May 2025
    Independent research for the PhD dissertation under the supervision of a graduate faculty member. Previously offered as ZOOL 6000.Offered for variable credit, 1-15 credit hours, maximum of 60 credit hours.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Introductory Biology (N)
    19 Aug 2024 - 6 Dec 2024
    Introduction to the integration between structure and function among all levels of biological organization. Application of principles of evolution, genetics, physiology and ecology to understanding the integrated and interdependent nature of living systems through discussions emphasizing the process of science. Discussions include current issues, local research, observations, and investigations. Recommended for science and non-science majors. Concurrent enrollment in BIOL 1111 Introductory Biology Laboratory is highly recommended. May not be used for degree credit with BIOL 1114.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Research for PhD Dissertation
    8 Jul 2024 - 2 Aug 2024
    Independent research for the PhD dissertation under the supervision of a graduate faculty member. Previously offered as ZOOL 6000.Offered for variable credit, 1-15 credit hours, maximum of 60 credit hours.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Research for Master's Thesis
    10 Jun 2024 - 2 Aug 2024
    Independent research for the MS Thesis under the supervision of graduate faculty member. Previously offered as ZOOL 5000.Offered for variable credit, 1-3 credit hours, maximum of 6 credit hours.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Undergraduate Research Problems
    12 Feb 2024 - 3 May 2024
    Participation in faculty research or execution of a problem formulated by the student. Project will include the communication of research results in written and/or oral form. Previously offered as ZOOL 4700.Offered for variable credit, 1-4 credit hours, maximum of 4 credit hours.Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Disease Ecology
    16 Jan 2024 - 3 May 2024
    Understanding the ecology and evolution of pathogens and host-parasite relationships. This course will cover topics from the evolution of virulence and antibiotic resistance to globalization, emerging infectious diseases, and the factors driving increased pandemic risk. May not be used for degree credit with BIOL 5333.Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1113 or BIOL 1114 and junior standing.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Disease Ecology
    16 Jan 2024 - 3 May 2024
    Understanding the ecology and evolution of pathogens and host-parasite relationships. This course will cover topics from the evolution of virulence and antibiotic resistance to globalization, emerging infectious diseases, and the factors driving increased pandemic risk. A class in Introductory Biology recommended. May not be used for degree credit with BIOL 4333.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Research for PhD Dissertation
    16 Jan 2024 - 3 May 2024
    Independent research for the PhD dissertation under the supervision of a graduate faculty member. Previously offered as ZOOL 6000.Offered for variable credit, 1-15 credit hours, maximum of 60 credit hours.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Research for PhD Dissertation
    18 Sep 2023 - 8 Dec 2023
    Independent research for the PhD dissertation under the supervision of a graduate faculty member. Previously offered as ZOOL 6000.Offered for variable credit, 1-15 credit hours, maximum of 60 credit hours.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Introductory Biology (N)
    21 Aug 2023 - 8 Dec 2023
    Introduction to the integration between structure and function among all levels of biological organization. Application of principles of evolution, genetics, physiology and ecology to understanding the integrated and interdependent nature of living systems through discussions emphasizing the process of science. Discussions include current issues, local research, observations, and investigations. Recommended for science and non-science majors. Concurrent enrollment in BIOL 1111 Introductory Biology Laboratory is highly recommended. May not be used for degree credit with BIOL 1114.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Research for PhD Dissertation
    12 Jun 2023 - 4 Aug 2023
    Independent research for the PhD dissertation under the supervision of a graduate faculty member. Previously offered as ZOOL 6000.Offered for variable credit, 1-15 credit hours, maximum of 60 credit hours.