Iowa City West High School

Biology Club

Competitions

USA Biolympiad

Every year, several club members participate in the premiere biology competition for high school students across the United States.

National Science Bowl

Our club sends a team to this nationwide academic competition which tests students’ knowledge in all areas of science and math.

International Biology Battle

Several members of our club participate in this international biology competition—individually as well as a team.

Breakthrough Jr. Challenge

Club members participate individually in this worldwide competition—designed to inspire creativity in science communication.

Projects

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Real-World Implementations

Gain hands-on experience by working alongside club members on a variety of projects at West as well as at community events open to the public.

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Research

Get pointers from club members on conducting original research, making poster presentations, and getting published in peer-reviewed journals.

Job Shadowing

Learn about opportunities through West High–via Mr. Russ Johnson and Workplace Learning Connection–for exploring biology-related careers.

I think the biggest innovations of the 21st century will be at the intersection of biology and technology. A new era is beginning.

– Steve Jobs

Interested?