Dr. Jewel Plummer Cobb School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics
Mission Statement
The School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics prepares students for graduate and professional studies, leading to careers in their respective disciplines. The school seeks to accomplish the following:
Biology Department
The Biology Program offers rigorous coursework in core biological sciences, including general biology, cell biology, genetics, and microbiology, providing students with strong foundational knowledge and critical thinking skills essential for scientific inquiry.
Undergraduate students participate in laboratory research experiences that foster investigative skills, scientific literacy, and ethical research practices, directly supporting the department’s goal of producing scientifically competent graduates.
Through involvement in departmental seminars, student organizations, and faculty-mentored research collaborations, students develop leadership, teamwork, and professional skills, reflecting the department’s commitment to well-rounded biology scholars.
Chemistry Department
The Mission of the Department of Chemistry is to offer relevant student experiences in the classroom and laboratory to train students to be innovative thinkers and problem solvers. Through intentional advisement and sustained mentoring, department faculty are committed to supporting the optimal academic progression and professional development of each student. This holistic approach ensures that, upon graduation, students are well prepared to compete with peers from other institutions for admission to graduate and health professional programs or to secure employment in a variety of STEM careers.
Grounded in the institutional commitment to developing scientific innovators and future field leaders who are equipped to solve real-world problems, the chemistry curriculum intentionally integrates rigorous foundational coursework, hands-on laboratory and research training, and professional development experiences. This structure reinforces the department’s mission to prepare students to be innovative thinkers and problem solvers capable of thriving in graduate programs, health professions, industry, and global STEM careers.
Computer Science Department
The mission of the Computer Science Department at Talladega College is to promote academic excellence through the creation, application, and dissemination of knowledge in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, and Cybersecurity. The department is committed to delivering high-quality instruction, engaging in interdisciplinary and collaborative research, and providing services that prepare students for graduate study, professional success, and responsible participation in the global community.
This mission supports the Talladega College mission to serve as a center of excellence in liberal arts education by fostering critical thinking, ethical reasoning, technological competence, and lifelong learning. It reflects the College’s core value of excellence, demonstrated through rigorous academic programs, innovative research, and continuous improvement in teaching and learning.
The Computer Science Department is committed to designing and implementing rigorous academic programs that provide students with strong theoretical and practical foundations in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems and Cybersecurity. The department seeks to cultivate technical competence, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills while building a community of expertise in cybersecurity. Through education, training, and awareness initiatives, the department also aims to enhance institutional and community cybersecurity readiness in alignment with the National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education (NICE).
Computer Science
The program produces graduates who possess the knowledge, skills, and problem-solving abilities necessary to contribute effectively in fields such as cybersecurity, networking, databases, cyber operations, programming, and software engineering.
Computer Information Systems
Graduates are prepared to apply information technology solutions in organizational and business environments. Graduates will be able to analyze business needs, manage and secure information systems, support database and networking operations, and adapt to emerging technologies and methodologies.
Cybersecurity
The program produces graduates with the technical knowledge and hands-on experience required to succeed in today’s evolving cybersecurity workforce. Graduates are prepared for careers in areas such as incident response, business continuity and risk analysis, information systems security, programming, network engineering, security analysis, vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, and enterprise consulting.
Mathematics Department
The Mathematics major supports the department’s mission by providing strong foundations in quantitative reasoning, problem-solving, and analytical thinking, which are essential for STEM fields and graduate study. The program delivers rigorous coursework that strengthens logical reasoning, mathematical communication, and research skills.
The program supports the College’s mission by promoting academic excellence, expanding access to STEM education for students, and preparing graduates for careers in teaching, science, technology, data science, and graduate studies. It contributes directly to student success, workforce readiness, and the College’s commitment to developing leaders with strong analytical and critical-thinking abilities.
Contact
Alison Brown, MS, Ph.D.
Dean, Dr. Jewel Plummer Cobb School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics
Talladega College
627 Battle Street West
Talladega, Alabama 35160
Telephone: 256-761-6310
Email: akbrown@talladega.edu
Mrs. Jeanette Davis, Administrative Assistant
Telephone: 256-761-6288
Email: jdavis@talladega.edu
