• 1951 Department of Life Sciences established1982 Department of Life Sciences changed in affiliation from the College of Education to the College of Liberal Arts, and then to the College of Natural Sciences and a new location was established,. The department name was revised from the Department of Biology to the Department of Life Science to encompass a wider base of research that are in place. The department is composed of excellent body of faculty including members who are heads of numerous organizations and stand at the forefront of their respective fields.

The undergraduate program in Life Science helps students foster curiosity and understanding about the mechanisms that govern and support life. The department prepares students to develop expertise in their respective areas of interest so that they may make significant contributions and grow to be important figures in society.

1. To offer both broad fundamental subjects in the natural sciences and highly specialized subjects to cultivate expertise in a student’s special area of interest
2. To stimulate intense study and provide experimental research experience opportunities so that students have the capacity to apply the knowledge gained in numerous tracks following graduation.
3. To provide a select base of highly educated women who will serve society as leaders in science and technology fields.