The Biology Department offers undergraduate degrees in Biology, Natural Resources and Environmental Management, Wildlife Biology Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences, and a Graduate Degree in Biology.
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- BS/BA in Biology
- Optional Emphases in
- Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
- Genetics
- Pre-Veterinary
- Pre-Professional
- Biology Education
- Minor in Biology
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- BS in Natural Resources and Environmental Management
- Minor in Natural Resources and Environmental Management
- GIS Certificate in Natural Resources Management
- BS in Wildlife Biology
- Opportunity for Certification by the Wildlife Society
- BS in Fisheries and Aquatic Science
- Opportunity for Certification by the American Fisheries Society
- Options to focus on Fisheries, Aquatic Science and Marine Biology
Graduate Study
- MS in Biology
- Emphasis options in
- Aquatic Science
- Natural Resources Management
Research
Student Organizations
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- Biology Club
- Soil and Water Conservation Club
- Wildlife Biology Club
- Pre-Veterinarian Club
- Soil Judging Club
Department News
Biology student receives Outstanding Student Employee Scholarship
Biology student, Cameron Doane, received the Outstanding Student Employee Scholarship for their awesome work at the Sustainable Agricultural Project.
GVSU and John Ball Zoo are protecting a 'Keystone Species' in the Grand River
NRM Professors, Rob Larson and Ali Locher, collaborated with Archaeology Professor, Steven Dorland, to bring indiginous perspectives to ecological history and human impact during this year's archaeologic field school.
BLAZE: Ecology of Fire
Dr. Todd Aschenbach was a guest on the Burning Questions podcast hosted by Louise Bean.
Seminars
Check back later for upcoming seminars!
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Gene flows between hunter-gatherer and farming groups in Stone Age central and eastern Europe
Dr. Alexey Nikitin co-senior authored a new study that was published in Communications Biology.
A Beautifully Complicated Permafrost Field Experience
Soil Scientist, Dr. Chelsea Duball, was featured in CLAS Acts to showcase her most recent Alaska field season with students.
Time Lapse Video of Corpse Flower Blooming
Job Feed
11/19/24
Biological Science Technician
for job 9472420
National Park Service
Expires: 11/30/24
11/19/24
Biological Science Technician
for job 9472365
National Park Service
Expires: 12/3/24
11/19/24
Rotary Screw Trap Operator - Scientific Technician 2 - Seasonal - Two Openings - *12983-24
for job 9472343
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
Expires: 11/25/24
11/19/24
Skagit River Juvenile Salmon Biologist - Fish & Wildlife Biologist 2 - Permanent - *12923-24
for job 9472277
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
Expires: 12/2/24
11/19/24
Biological Science Technician
for job 9472053
National Park Service
Expires: 5/19/25
Career Events for Biology
Employer Showcase: Mercantile Bank
November 21, 2024 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Stop by the Seidman Lobby anytime between 10am and 2pm to meet representatives from Mercantile Bank! Students can stop by for a casual conversation with professionals (no suits required!)...
Employer Showcase: Tommy's Car Wash Corporate
November 21, 2024 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Stop by the Kennedy Hall of Engineering Lobby anytime between 9:30 am and 2 pm to meet with representatives from Tommy's Car Wash Corporate. Students can stop by for a casual conversation...
Drafting Graduate School Application Essays: Brainstorming Content, Getting Started!
November 21, 2024 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Drafting Graduate School Application Essays - a Writing Workshop This in-person workshop is focused on several key elements of most graduate school applications (commitments, character, leadership,...
Fehribach Center Summer Internship Information Session
November 21, 2024 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Student Accessibility Resources will be hosting an information session regarding a paid summer internship opportunity for students with disabilities on Thursday, November 21st, from 2:00 PM to 4:00...