The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences of Indiana University South Bend will have its first event in its spring edition of “Major in the Spotlight.” Biological Sciences and Chemistry will be the featured majors from 4 to 5 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 16, on the third floor bridge of Wiekamp Hall.

“Major in the Spotlight” is designed to help current and prospective students learn more about a major and related job opportunities during panel presentations by faculty members, alumni and current students pursuing the field of study. Members of campus recognized clubs related to the field also will be introduced.

A question and answer period will follow. The event is free and open to the public.

The speakers will be faculty members Ann Grens and Gretchen Anderson, alumnus Jon Loftus and student Shannon Renfrow.

Grens research examines the molecular mechanism by which stem cells become committed to developing into a specific cell type. Anderson’s research interests at IU South Bend include the function of metal cofactors in proteins and environmental detoxification of arsenic.

Loftus received his bachelor’s degree in May 2002 and works as a research technician at Notre Dame.

Renfrow is a senior pursuing a degree in chemistry, with minors in biochemistry and psychology. She plans to got to IU School of Medicine.

For further information, contact Christine Chmielewski, academic advisor, at (574) 520-5565 or e-mail at cchmiele@iusb.edu .