Animal Behavior
About This Program
You’ve always been fascinated by how and why animals behave the way they do. If you want to take your curiosity to the next level by learning how to be a scientist of behavior, Utica University’s research-focused Animal Behavior major may be the perfect fit. Here at Utica, you will work closely with our Animal Behavior faculty and use experimental methods to uncover the evolutionary, ecological, and physiological bases of behavior.
Department
Why Utica University
Taught by expert faculty, Utica’s research-intensive program gets students out of the classroom with field experiences and independent research projects. A partnership with the Utica Zoo gives student the opportunity to experience zoo research, animal care and husbandry firsthand.
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Sarah M. Keesom, Ph.D.
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Animal Behavior at Utica
"Utica University's Animal Behavior Program allowed me to take a walk on the wild side by providing me with opportunities to participate in collaborative research and giving me the behavioral knowledge necessary to succeed in my internships."
Career Opportunities
Capstone Project Options
Immediate Research Opportunities
What You'll Learn
Utica University’s animal behavior program provides students with a concentrated study of the evolutionary, ecological, genetic, neurological, and cognitive mechanisms that influence animal behavior. It's an exciting, hands-on program that promotes a deep scientific understanding of the field from a biological and psychological perspective.
Animal Behavior Faculty
- Distinguished Professor of Biology
- Associate Professor of Biology
- Associate Professor of Psychology
- Distinguished Professor of Biology
- Distinguished Professor of Biology
- Distinguished Professor of Biology
- Dean of Natural Sciences & Math and Distinguished Professor of Biology
Animal Behavior at Utica University
A Degree That Works
The animal behavior major provides a foundation of courses and experiences for students interested in pursuing graduate training in animal research, conservation biology, veterinary medicine, zoology, and animal handling.
Hands-On Learning
Students will be introduced to zoo research, animal care and husbandry, and animal training through our partnership with the Utica Zoo.
Student Voices: Kate Rosbrook
Kate originally came to Utica University to study physical therapy, then quickly developed an interest in experimental psychology. Partly on the basis of her research at Utica, she was selected for a research assistantship at Yale School of Medicine’s John B. Pierce Laboratory. The lab director’s acceptance message described Kate as someone whose skills and abilities are a great fit to the position and to the laboratory.
Science at Utica University
Small Particles, Big Applications: Kayla Dunn ’26
When a squeak is not just a squeak – Marshall Hildreth ’26
Chat and Mouse
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