College of Natural & Applied Sciences

ABOUT THE COLLEGE

The College of Agriculture & Life Sciences was established in 1973 to carry out the University of Guam's Land Grant mission of teaching agriculture, the mechanic arts, other scientific and classical studies, and military tactics. In 2003, the college combined with the mathematical sciences, natural sciences, and pre-professional programs of the former College of Arts & Sciences and the Military Science Program from the former College of Business & Public Administration to form today's College of Natural & Applied Sciences (CNAS).

Nearly every industry on island can benefit from employing a CNAS graduate. Specific to its federal mandate, the college offers baccalaureate and graduate-level programs in both agriculture and military science, through the UOG Army ROTC Program. Additionally, CNAS administers degree programs in biology, chemistry, computer science, mathematics, and environmental science.

ACADEMIC MISSION

The mission of the College of Natural & Applied Sciences is to discover and share science-based knowledge that improves quality of life and learning in Guam and the Western Pacific. The college carries out the University’s Land Grant mission via instruction, research, outreach/extension, and service. All four endeavors identify and respond to the needs of the multicultural communities of our islands and beyond. Under this mission, the college strives to:

deliver quality science programs that are relevant to local community, nationally competitive, and recognized globally;
graduate students skilled in problem-solving, critical thinking, communications, and lifelong learning for successful careers;
provide a nurturing multicultural environment for student and faculty success;
foster a culture of partnership with communities in recognizing and responding to local and regional concerns; and
promote responsible and practical application of knowledge to our island community and Pacific region.

VISION

As the home of the U.S. Department of Agriculture Land Grant programs, the College of Natural & Applied Sciences fosters creativity in research, innovation in teaching, and leadership in community engagement to address community needs. CNAS strives to be the college of first choice for science-based education, research, and community outreach.

DEGREE PROGRAMS

BACHELOR'S DEGREES

Agriculture & Life Sciences
- Agriculture & Natural Resource Science
- Tropical Agriculture Production
- Human Nutrition & Food Sciences
- Child & Family Life Sciences
Biology
- Integrative Biology
- Bio-Medical
- Applied Biology
Chemistry
- Chemistry
- Pre-Pharmacy
- Chemistry-Biology Dual Degree
- Chemistry Forensic Track
Computer Science
Mathematics

MINORS

Agriculture
- Crop & Environmental Protection Science
- Farm & Natural Resources Management
- Food Science
- Nutrition
- Tropical Horticulture
Biology
Chemistry
Computer Science
Mathematics
Military Science (Reserve Officers' Training Corps)

MASTER'S DEGREES

SECONDARY EDUCATION OPTION SPECIALIZATIONS

PRE-PROFESSIONAL PREPARATION

ADMISSION AND OTHER PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

A student planning to enroll in the College of Natural & Applied Sciences should be familiar with the general requirements and procedures for admission to the University (see Academic Rules & Regulations). Every student should obtain an academic advisor to assist them in learning and complying with these requirements. Refer to individual program description for specific requirements.

DEVELOPMENTAL COURSES

The Fundamentals of Mathematics (MA-085A/B or MA-089) course is designed to provide the background necessary for advancement in mathematics and success in all disciplines. Placement into this course is determined by the Mathematics Placement Test. For information and questions, please contact: uogaccuplacer.mpt@gmail.com.

Note: Placement in Developmental Mathematics is determined by scores on the Mathematics Placement Test. All students must take the test before enrolling in their first mathematics class at UOG. Students placed into MA085a-b or MA-089 or MA-110/MA-151 should seek appropriate advisement when choosing other courses.

ADVISEMENT & DECLARATION

See the Academic Advisement section.

ADMINISTRATION

The dean of the College of Natural & Applied Sciences serves to direct and supervise the teaching, research, and extension/outreach activities of CNAS. Questions about any of the college programs should be directed to:

Leon Guerrero T. Rachael

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Student Organization	Faculty Advisors
UOG Agriculture & Life Sciences Club	Dr. Mari Marutani Dr. Tanisha Aflague
UOG Biological Sciences Club	Dr. Daniel Lindstrom Dr. Katharine Lofdahl
UOG Chemistry Club	Dr. Tedros Bezabeh Dr. Maika Vuki
Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science Club (EMC²)	Dr. Jaeyong Choi Dr. Raymond Paulino Ms. Maria Minas Ms. Katrina Quinata
UOG Predental Student Association	Dr. Michael Orr
UOG Premedical Chapter: American Medical Student Association (AMSA)	Dr. Laura Biggs Dr. Tedros Bezabeh
Society for Advancement for Chicanos and Native Americans in Science (SACNAS)	Dr. Austin Shelton Dr. Cheryl Sangueza
Student Tritons Alliance of ROTC (STAR)	Thomas Vu
Marine Opportunities/Nature Association (MO'NA)	Dr. Daniel Lindstrom Dr. Michael Orr
UOG Green Army	Dr. Austin Shelton

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