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Michael T. Balas, Ph.D., is a Professor of Biology and Department Chair at Thiel College, where he has taught since 2000. His work spans basic biology education, advanced courses, and ornithology, with a focus on mentoring students from first-year to senior levels. He actively engages students in fieldwork, particularly bird research in local natural areas, and participates in campus activities like football game operations.
- Education: B.A. from Swarthmore College (1989), M.S. and Ph.D. from the University of Rochester
Research Interests: Balas emphasizes hands-on, student-centered learning in ecology and evolutionary biology, particularly through ornithology field studies. His collaborative projects with undergraduates highlight experiential education as a core methodology.
Publications: In 2018, he presented a paper based on student collaborations at a conference in Vancouver, focusing on ornithology and field ecology research.
