Department of Natural and Behavioral Sciences
The Department of Natural and Behavioral Sciences combines several related academic disciplines into one administrative unit. The Department offers Bachelor of Science degrees in Biology, Criminal Justice, and Mathematics, and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology. The Department also coordinates with the Department of Education to offer course work leading to teacher certification. All degree programs require a minimum of 30 semester credit hours in residence and a minimum of 39 advanced semester credit hours.
Students majoring in programs offered by the Department of Natural and Behavioral Sciences must also participate in an assessment study. Each student should consult their advisor about specific requirements for their major.
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Natural and Behavioral Sciences Programs
![]() Biology |
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![]() Criminal Justice |
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Department Professors
The Chair of the Department of Natural and Behavioral Sciences is Dr. Patricia Nicosia.
| Department | Professor | Location | Office | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biology | Dr. Dan Foley | Del Rio | F107 | (830) 703-4838 |
| Criminal Justice | Dr. Ferris Byxbe | Del Rio | F217 | (830) 703-4834 |
| Dr. Martin Urbina | Eagle Pass | B109 | (830) 758-5017 | |
| Mathematics | Dr. Patricia Nicosia | Del Rio | F219 | (830) 703-4836 |
| Dr. Michael Ortiz | Uvalde | A101 | (830) 279-3048 | |
| Psychology | Dr. Tiffany Culver | Eagle Pass | B110 | (830) 758-5029 |
| Dr. Wesley Wynne | Uvalde | A105 | (830) 279-3044 |
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Department Contacts
| Ms. Chelsea Garrett 205 Wildcat Drive Del Rio, Texas 78840 Phone: (830) 703-4821 Fax: (830) 703-4831 |
Ms. Mary Lou Williamson 2623 Garner Field Road Uvalde, Texas 78801 Phone: (830) 279-3001 Fax: (830) 279-3015 |




