Field(s) of expertise:

Degree(s):

• B.S. Physiology, California Polytechnic State University
• M.A. Cell and Molecular Biology, San Francisco State University
• Ph.D. Pharmacology and Toxicology-Environmental Toxicology, Michigan State University

Department:

Title(s):

• Assistant Teaching Professor

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Links:

• faculty directory page

Bio:

Kaplan has a passion for teaching, especially in biological sciences, where it can be to convey difficult concepts in an understandable manner. He has developed and been the Instructor of record for a variety of courses at all levels. He typically teaches four courses (~600-700 students) each fall and spring and an online course during intersessions. Kaplan is chair of the Biological Sciences Undergraduate Committee, and is a member of the Arts & Sciences and University Curriculum Committees, and Robert Holland Faculty Senate. He has been awarded the Natural and Physical Sciences Teaching Award for the College of Arts & Sciences and was an inaugural awardee of the College of Arts & Sciences Professional Development in Teaching Grant.