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
- Opportunity to obtain the Society for Ecological Restoration's Certified Ecological Restoration Practitioner-in-Training (CERPIT) certificate
- Opportunity to obtain National Wildfire Coordinating Group certifications
- 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
- Pre-Veterinarian Club
- Society for Ecological Restoration Student Association
- Soil Judging Club
- Soil and Water Conservation Club
- Wildlife Biology Club
Department News
Dr. Todd Aschenbach and 22 GVSU students at the 12th Annual Burning Issues Workshop, February 10-12, 2026, Ft. Custer, MI
Saturday, October 4, was our annual Family Weekend Open House in the Barbara Kindschi Greenhouse. 518 people come through during the open house, and we gave out almost 300 succulents!
GVSU biologists and undergraduate students from Calvin University survey freshwater mussels in Plaster Creek.
Members of GVSU's Society for Ecological Restoration Student Association assisted the Muskegon County Conservation District with a prescribed burn on Sunday, April 13th
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
Time Lapse Video of Corpse Flower Blooming
Seminars
Check back later for upcoming seminars!
Job Feed
2/13/26
SCA Educator
for job 10752098
The Student Conservation Association
Expires: 3/16/26
2/13/26
Forestry Specialist I
for job 10749287
State of Vermont Department of Forests, Parks, and Recreation
Expires: 3/16/26
2/12/26
Huron Shores Ranger District Recreation Technician
for job 10747835
The Student Conservation Association
Expires: 3/15/26
2/12/26
Watercraft Inspection & Decontamination Unit Leader - Environmental Planner 5 - Permanent-2026-01250
for job 10747452
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
Expires: 3/15/26
2/12/26
Research Assistant I
for job 10746503
Scripps Research
Expires: 3/15/26
Career Events for Biology
Professional Development Workshop: Professional Headshots & Resume Support
February 17, 2026 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
We�re hosting an event designed to help students prepare for their next steps � whether that�s securing an internship, landing a job, or applying to graduate school. Students will have the opportunity...
GVSU Winter 2026 Career and Internship Fair
February 19, 2026 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
The Winter Career & Internship Fair is an excellent place to kick off your job or internship search, or to begin networking with organizations looking to hire Grand Valley students and alumni...
Fulbright US Student Program - Virtual Information Session
February 19, 2026 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Are you interested in teaching English abroad? Are you curious about studying for a Master's degree abroad? The Fulbright program might be for you! Join me to learn more! For more Information...
Employer of the Day: IKUS Life Enrichment Services
February 25, 2026 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Stop by Au Sable Hall First Floor anytime between 9:30am and 2pm to meet representatives from IKUS Life Enrichment Services! Want to learn about exciting career opportunities and meet...
Employer of the Day: Consumers Credit Union
February 26, 2026 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Stop by the Seidman College of Business Second Floor Lobby anytime between 9:30am and 2pm to meet representatives from Consumers Credit Union! Each semester, we bring top companies...