Expand your understanding of the world around you in the Brenau University Department of Math & Science. With courses in biology, chemistry, physics, exercise science, medical terminology and more, you will be prepared to succeed in any number of careers. Brenau’s faculty members will work with you one-on-one throughout your classes and help you undertake a research project as an undergraduate student, giving you the skills you need to thrive in graduate school or in the workforce. Whatever you want to achieve in the world of math, science or health care, the Brenau University Department of Math & Science will help you get there.

Why Brenau Math & Science 

  • One-on-one research mentorship with faculty members, culminating by presenting the research at the Brenau Research Symposium 
  • Study the human body in Brenau’s Human Anatomy lab 
  • Field experiences including the visiting Center for Disease Control and Prevention, the Carter Center and biological experimentation around Lake Lanier 
  • International travel based learning opportunities in the Yucatan, Panama or Costa Rica 
  • Small class and lab sizes allow for individualized attention from faculty members

Student Groups

Whether you’re studying biology, health science, exercise science or something entirely different, the student groups within the Department of Math & Science offer a chance for you to get involved on campus and meet other students who share your interests.

Mu Sigma Chi: Mu Sigma Chi is Brenau’s math and science club. Mu Sigma Chi’s mission is to promote and generate interest in the many aspects of science and seek enrichment in those fields. As a member, you’ll be able to meet with fellow math and science enthusiasts to discuss relevant topics, receive a mentor within their field, complete service projects within the community, and organize events for Pi Day, Mole Day, and Earth Day. Mu Sigma Chi holds member meetings regularly, so students have plenty of opportunity to network and discuss common interests.

Contact Devon Sheffield, Mu Sigma Chi advisor for more information at dsheffield1@brenau.edu

Brenau University Garden Society:  The Brenau University Garden Society, also known as BUGS, gives you the opportunity to learn gardening skills and techniques from Hall County Master Gardeners, and grow a wide range of plants in the university garden and greenhouse. Most of the fruits and vegetables harvested in the garden are donated to local shelters for people in need. BUGS members also take group outings to local farms, gardens and hiking trails.  Contact Kelsey Podo, BUGS advisor, for more information at kpodo@brenau.edu

Ariana Hatcher
I have a passion for learning, and Brenau has allowed me to do that confidently through the support of wonderful faculty who allow me to engage deeply with the topics at hand.
Brooke Kibbe
A degree from Brenau University will look good going into the medical field. Brenau is a really competitive school to get into, and it looks good to get a degree from here.
Hannah Gray
My degree is Health Science, and I came in with a concentration in OT. In the past 4 years I have found that I want to teach, and that’s what I’m being called to do. I am now minoring in education, and didn’t have to change my degree. With my degree I can become a teacher, a counselor, an OT or PT, and anything else I choose.

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Our Faculty & Staff

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Jessi Shrout 
Department Chair, Math & Science 
jshrout@brenau.edu
770-531-3167