C. Steven Murphree, Ph.D.
I grew up in rural middle Tennessee where childhood explorations of my family's farm led to insect collections, participation in science fairs, 4-H Club events and eventually my specialization in entomology. My interest in science also led me to a Christian calling to teach biology. I completed a B.S. degree in 1981 and a Master of Science degree in 1984 - both in biology and both at Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro. I received my Doctor of Philosophy degree in Entomology from Auburn University in 1990 and joined the Belmont Biology faculty in 1991.
I am a Professor of Biology, and I have taught freshman and upper level biology courses as well as a graduate science education course. I serve as advisor for Pre-Veterinary Medicine, Pre-Dentistry and some Pre-Medicine biology majors. In addition, I advise students in the Honors Program.
I consider myself to be a medical-veterinary entomologist with broad interests in entomology, ecology and science education. I have served as advisor for our Beta Beta Beta Biological Honor Society chapter since 1992 and have been campus recycling coordinator since 1993. Since coming to Belmont, I have visited many classrooms in middle Tennessee where I have given insect/spider presentations and have assisted in judging science fairs in the area. Since 1992, I have taught summer insect day camps for children (called 'Beetles, Bugs and Butterflies') and have assisted staff members at local nature centers/events in educating about insects since 1994.
I served as president of the Tennessee Entomological Society in 1998 and the Tennessee Academy of Science in 1999. In 2001, I received Belmont's Presidential Faculty Achievement Award. Being a faculty member at Belmont University has been a most rewarding experience. The Biology Department is a wonderful teaching/learning environment and I would be glad to interact with individuals who would like more information about what we have to offer.
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