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Feb 13, 2026

A new study published in Science shows that modern genomic tools can dramatically accelerate restoration while preserving the species’ ecological identity.

Jan 29, 2026

Simulation-rich nursing programs offer safe, realistic scenarios that build clinical judgment, emotional resilience and confidence. With structured curriculum and reflective debriefing, students graduate better prepared for real-world patient care.

Sep 19, 2025

Mollie Martin ’25 graduated from Berry with a major in biology with a strong emphasis on conservation. She currently works as a barrier island naturalist on the coast of South Carolina, where she uses her academic knowledge and public speaking skills to educate the younger generation on wildlife.

Aug 13, 2025

Brooke Jones ’25 turned research, athletics, mentoring and campus jobs into a launchpad for a career in medicine, especially in underserved rural communities.

Aug 7, 2025

Chemistry doesn’t have to be confusing. This guide shares seven practical study secrets to help students build confidence, improve understanding and thrive in college-level chemistry. Confidence starts here.

Jun 25, 2025

Amanda Merrilles, a biology major with minors in chemistry and One Health, leveraged her experiences in research, study abroad and professional development to prepare for a career in medicine.

Jun 18, 2025

After enrolling at Berry to become a veterinarian, Sarah Roberts ’25 changed her career path after discovering her options are unlimited. Guided by a faculty mentor, she is making an early impact in animal genetics research.

Jun 12, 2025

Sarah Agullo ’25 merged passions for art and animal science by creating art projects centered on animal anatomy. Currently freelancing, she anticipates applying her knowledge of graphic design, illustration and science to medical illustration studies in graduate school.

May 5, 2025

Explore the diverse career opportunities available to biology and chemistry majors beyond medical school, including roles in academia, industry, government, non-profits and other health-related fields.

Mar 18, 2025

Kristy Moss ’24, a driven dual major in cellular and biomedical biology and secondary education, balanced opportunities like STEMTeach and sports medicine in college. Excited about her future career as a physician, she is grateful for her well-rounded experiences at Berry.

Dec 11, 2024

Berry College has been awarded its second National Science Foundation scholarship grant for STEM students.

Dec 11, 2024

Biochemistry major Matthew Davila-Nico ’24 arrived at Berry to play baseball and left with a passion for medicine and a commitment to underserved communities.

Dec 5, 2024

Kana Furukawa ’24 is a forestry research specialist at the LSU AgCenter. Her work includes optimizing tree growth, testing herbicides, enhancing wildlife habitats and more. Looking back, she attributes her success to extensive undergraduate fieldwork and supportive mentors at Berry.

Dec 4, 2024

Explore the key factors in choosing the right nursing program. Learn about different nursing degrees, the importance of student-centered environments and ways to find programs with high NCLEX pass rates and strong support. Make an informed decision for a successful nursing career.

Jul 31, 2024

Hannah Blanton ’25 pursued research early on in her Berry career. Her experiences as a student researcher took her from student symposiums and research grants all the way to a prestigious Goldwater Scholarship.

Jun 18, 2024

Exercise science major and student athlete Diego Lopez-Barahona ’24 praises the hands-on, real-world learning he experienced at Berry. From organizing college intramurals and getting experience in internships to working for a tennis center, he’s on his way to fulfilling his lifelong goals.

Jun 13, 2024

Working in a biochemistry research lab at Berry, Caitlin Herring ’24 was listed as a researcher in a prestigious journal. Close mentoring by a caring professor instilled confidence and the skill set to step into computational chemistry.

Jun 5, 2024

Berry’s Class of 2024 recently stepped into the world — ready for the challenges and thankful professors who guided them.

May 1, 2024

Explore careers related to the environment! From atmospheric scientists to wildlife biologists, discover how a degree in environmental science opens doors to impactful green professions.

Mar 11, 2024

Alexis Rooks ’24 wants to supply the world with safe, plentiful food. Berry prepared her to conduct genetic research that could produce healthier livestock and prevent human disease.

Dec 18, 2023

From sampling streams to reintroducing fish populations to rivers, students majoring in environmental science and studies get their hands wet by engaging in real-world research through community engagement courses, internships and post-graduate experiences.

Feb 27, 2023

Pirelli North America employees and Berry College students planted more than 1,000 Longleaf pines Feb. 25 in the second year of the project. 

Feb 20, 2023

Berry has installed a Motus Wildlife Tracking System on campus to track the migratory patterns of North American birds, thanks to a grant from the Georgia Ornithological Society.

Nov 1, 2022

A Berry College biology professor recently received the True Longleaf Champion award on behalf of The Longleaf Alliance in North Carolina.

May 3, 2022

A Berry student is one of 417 college students in the U.S. to be named a 2022 Goldwater Scholar.   

Dec 8, 2020

Berry Associate Professor of Chemistry Lindsey Davis recently spent six months researching in the lab of world-renowned chemical biologist, Dr. Benjamin Davis, at the University of Oxford.

Dec 8, 2020

Henry Gund Professor of Biology David Bruce Conn recently gave a talk on the Global One Health Initiative Webinar on “Parasitology and Vector-borne Diseases”.

Nov 18, 2020

James Ross ’15 is pursuing postdoctoral studies in cancer research at Emory University. Mentored by biology and biochemistry faculty at Berry, he worked as a student researcher, which led to success in one of the top immunology research labs in the world.

Aug 11, 2020

From tutoring to research, Joseph White’s experiences at Berry will prepare him to serve whole-heartedly in a demanding healthcare career.

Jul 22, 2020

Darryl Delsoin applied social entrepreneurship learned at Berry to develop a project focused on providing a safe, healthy option for cooking fuel in his home country.

Jul 16, 2020

Ben Majors thrived in leadership positions, all while preparing for a career in medicine.

Jul 10, 2020

Berry College Associate Professor of Mathematics & Computer Science Jill Cochran has been selected to participate in a National Science Foundation grant of approximately $1 million over five years that will support the advancement of mid-career STEM women faculty.

Jun 9, 2020

Top-level academic leadership changes will give four highly regarded long-time faculty members the chance to take on new roles in fall 2020.

Jun 2, 2020

2020 grad Chris Arnold took every opportunity he could to engage with the campus community while pursuing a biochemistry major and a career in medicine.

May 5, 2020

Kristy Crooks ’98 led her laboratory in making a clinical diagnostic test for COVID-19 under a serious time crunch.

Apr 13, 2020

Concerned about exhausted health care workers and a staggering number of patients, Rebecca Land Segrest ’02, a registered nurse, headed to New York City. She packed more than a suitcase—she also took a lot of faith

Apr 9, 2020

A major in biology at Berry and a promising career in nursing led Walt Wiley ’07 to an administrative position in emergency services in metro Atlanta.