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Faculty Bio

Faculty Bios

Laurie Davis Rincker

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Contact

Biological Science Instructor
Math & Science General
Phone: 217-234-5237
Email: lrincker@lakelandcollege.edu

Education Information

College/University

BS, Virginia Tech
MS, Michigan State
Ph.D., Michigan State

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About

Hobbies and Interest

  • Gardening (Flowers, Vegetables, Trees)
  • Raise 4-H show pigs and cattle
  • Enjoy watching my two sons play sports (baseball, basketball)

Courses Taught

BIO 061 Human Cadaver & Anatomy Review - This is a refresher course for allied health majors. The lab component covers gross anatomy of organ systems, blood vessels, nerves, and musculoskeletal system, utilizing both models and cadavers. Brief physiological overview of various organ systems.

BIO 100 Bioscience - This course provides an introduction to the fundamental processes and structures common to all living things along with their applications to society.

BIO 116 Zoology - An introduction to the basic concepts of animal life and its diversity.  Including:  taxonomy, cellular and organismic structure and function, development and economic importance.   

BIO 225 Anatomy & Physiology I - This course employs the regional approach to human structure and function using human cadavers.

BIO 245 Biology Seminar - This capstone course prepares transfer students for scientific literacy though the integration of biological concepts. Emphasis is on discussion of current topics and research, development of formal oral and written communication skills, and professional development in the biological sciences.

Faculty statement/Why do you like teaching at Lake Land College?

I was taught by amazing faculty throughout my college years and knew I had a similar passion for teaching college students when I transferred on to graduate school. I enjoy helping students learn how to learn! Providing hands-on learning experiences and connecting class content to real-world examples makes for a great educational experience.

Research interests, Specializations, and Background

Graduate School: Nutritional effects and mechanisms (leptin, IGF-1) regulating parenchymal growth and development.

Post Graduate School: Colostrum management; Comparing circulating progesterone and metabolic profiles.