Dr. Delano Blake Janutolo

Professor of Biology
B.S. West Virginia University
Ph.D. Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech)

Syllabi of current courses (SPRING 2009):

Foundations of Modern Biology II 

Office Hours

My office hours are 9-10:00 a.m. Monday thru Friday.

Bio/Vitae

Dr. Blake Janutolo serves the institution as Dean of the College of Science and Humanities.  As dean he is responisble for the oversight of eleven departments within the University: Biology, Chemistry/Physics, Computer Science, English, Mathematics, Modern Foreign Languages, History/Political Science, Kinesiology, Psychology, Religious Studies, and Sociology/Social Work/Criminal Justice/Family Science.

Dr. Janutolo holds rank as Professor of Biology teaching courses in botany and mycology.  He serves on the Faculty Development Committee, Curriculum Committee, Promotion and Tenure Committee and Nominations Committee within the University.  He currently is National Secretary for Alpha Chi, a national honor society for juniors and seniors.  He is active in Kiwanis and in his local church where he teaches Sunday School and sings in the choir.  Presently he serves on the Tree Commission for the City of Anderson.

Dr. Janutolo has worked at Anderson University since 1977, and has served as dean since 1985.

Dr. Janutolo is a faculty member within the Department of Biology at Anderson University. Through the integration of faith and learning, the Department of Biology strives to give students a breadth of foundational knowledge that will serve them, whether they plan to teach or to continue their own education in medical or dental school or other graduate degree programs.

The biology department is dedicated to providing students with a well-rounded background in the field of biology. Students can concentrate their studies in various areas of biology by taking courses such as anatomy, physiology, histology, mammalian physiology, molecular biology, plant science, and environmental ecology. Students interested in botany and entomology can also pursue their own individual course route. Biology majors are encouraged to design individual projects that examine and investigate their particular area of interest.

The Department of Biology offers the following majors:

• Biology
• Pre-Health Professional Programs
• Science Education
• Molecular/Biochemistry/Microbiology
• Ecology/Environmental
• Biochemistry
• TeachScience (complementary major)

The mission of Anderson University is to educate for a life of faith and service in the church and society. This mission is realized through a commitment to teaching excellence and genuine concern for each individual student, and is supported by a faculty commitment to continuous professional development and service to the community.

Anderson University is a private Christian university of 2,750 undergraduate and graduate students in central Indiana. Anderson continues to be recognized as a top Christian college: in 2008, U.S. News and World Report ranked Anderson University among the best colleges and universities in the Midwest for the fourth consecutive year. Established in 1917 by the Church of God, Anderson University offers more than 65 undergraduate majors and graduate programs in business, education, music, nursing and theology. Anderson University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Anderson University is a part of the CCCU (The Council for Christian Colleges and Universities) and reflects its commitment as a Christian College in all of its academic programs.