06/30/2026The ‘-Gist’ of Biology: Jason Ortega Inspires Next Generation of Scientists Dr. Jason Ortega, assistant professor of biology, is helping shape the next generation of scientists, both inside and out of the classroom at UAFS. Ian SilvesterArts and SciencesLion VoicesDr. Jason Ortega, right, talks to students about the UAFS College of Arts and Sciences with a skull of a warthog on the table.Dr. Jason Ortega talks to students about the biology department within the College of Arts and SciencesBiologyCollege of Arts and SciencesLion Voices2026-06