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
12/21/24
Geographer/Biologist/Physical Scientist/Cartographer
for job 9542891
National Park Service
Expires: 1/4/25
12/21/24
Chemist, Entry Level at Eurofins
for job 9542792
Eurofins - Eurofins Environmental USA
Expires: 2/28/25
12/20/24
Regional Wildlife Biologist - Habitat
for job 9542772
Idaho Department of Fish and Game
Expires: 1/6/25
12/20/24
Wildfire Training Coordinator
for job 9542686
Washington State Department of Natural Resources
Expires: 1/20/25
12/20/24
Program Assistant, NH Conservation Corps
for job 9542344
The Student Conservation Association
Expires: 2/15/25
Career Events for Biology
Employer Showcase: Healthcare Associates/Community Caregivers
January 15, 2025 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Stop by the Henry Hall Atrium anytime between 9:30am and 2pm to meet representatives from Healthcare Associates/Community Caregivers! Want to learn about exciting career opportunities...
Employer Showcase: Kentwood Police Department
January 15, 2025 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Stop by the Au Sable Hall First Floor Lobby anytime between 9:30am and 2pm to meet representatives from Kentwood Police Department! Want to learn about exciting career opportunities and...
Employer Showcase: Alro Steel
January 16, 2025 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Stop by the Seidman College of Business anytime between 9:30am and 2pm to meet representatives from Alro Steel! Students can stop by for a casual conversation with professionals (no...
Alumni Webinar: Neurodiversity in the Workplace
January 16, 2025 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Join us for an educational webinar where we will explore Autism Spectrum Disorder and Neurodiversity in the workplace. You will learn how to elevate your business with a culture of inclusivity, learn...
Employer Showcase: City Year
January 22, 2025 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Stop by the Au Sable Hall First Floor Lobby anytime between 9:30am and 2pm to meet representatives from City Year! Students can stop by for a casual conversation with professionals...