Biological Sciences Alumni

Dr. Matthew N. Songer has distinguished himself as both an orthopedic spine surgeon and an entrepreneur.""Songer earned a bachelor's degree in biological sciences from Michigan Tech in 1979; a doctor of medicine from the University of Illinois, Chicago in 1983, where he also completed his orthopedic residency in 1988; and a spinal surgery fellowship at Northwestern University in 1989. In 2006 Songer received a master . . .

Danna Kasom ‘14 is a health science specialist at the Department of Veteran Affairs, contributing her expertise to research teams dedicated to the evaluation and implementation of complementary and integrative health therapies as nonpharmacologic options for Veterans and addressing healthcare disparities among vulnerable Veteran populations, ensuring equitable access to quality care. Kasom graduated from Michigan Tech . . .

Barbara Jones is a dog's best friend. And a cat's, too. She's a pushover for strays. She is their advocate and protector. They give her purpose as she strives for their good treatment, and she wants to extend that standard around the world. Jones, who graduated in 1992 with a bachelor's degree in biology, found her calling - to be a veterinarian - while in the Peace Corps in Papua New Guinea from 1992-94. "I was . . .