Program Overview

Introduction to Ichthyology Graduate Education

The University of Kansas offers graduate education in Ichthyology, primarily affiliated with the degree-granting Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology. This program provides students with a comprehensive education in the evolution, systematics, and ecology of freshwater and marine fishes.

Program Overview

• The Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology offers both M.A. and Ph.D. degrees in Ichthyology.
• The program is a premier international destination for students with interests in evolution, systematics, and ecology of freshwater and marine fishes.
• Typically, the program is home to two or more masters and PhD students.

Alumni and Career Outcomes

• Since 1980, KU Ichthyology has graduated 9 Masters students and 18 Ph.D. students.
• Alumni have gone on to positions at universities or museums, research institutes, or government agencies.
• Examples of alumni include:
  • Peter Berendzen
  • Shannon DeVaney
  • David Edds
  • Michael Ghedotti
  • Nancy Holcroft
  • Rick Mayden
  • Kate Moots
  • Andrew Simons
  • Kevin Tang
  • Ping-fu Chen
  • Kris McNyset

Research Areas

• The program focuses on the evolution, systematics, and ecology of freshwater and marine fishes.
• Research areas include:
  • Evolution
  • Systematics
  • Ecology
  • Freshwater fishes
  • Marine fishes

Location

• The program is located at Dyche Hall, 1345 Jayhawk Blvd, Lawrence, KS 66045.

University Information

• The University of Kansas is a public institution governed by the Kansas Board of Regents.
• The university prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities.