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
Professor Alex Nikitin published a paper in Nature dealing with genetic ancestry of the people who spread Indo-European languages across Europe and Asia 5000 years ago
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.
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Dr. Alexey Nikitin co-senior authored a new study that was published in Communications Biology on Gene flows between hunter-gatherer and farming groups in Stone Age central and eastern Europe
Time Lapse Video of Corpse Flower Blooming
Seminars
Check back later for upcoming seminars!
Job Feed
3/28/25
Forest Practices Forester
for job 9811474
Washington State Department of Natural Resources
Expires: 4/14/25
3/28/25
Habitat Biologist - Fish & Wildlife Biologist 3 - Permanent - *02294-25
for job 9811388
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
Expires: 4/21/25
3/28/25
Fisheries Sampler - Scientific Technician 2 - Non-Permanent - *02277-25
for job 9811329
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
Expires: 4/7/25
3/28/25
Timber Cruiser
for job 9811187
Washington State Department of Natural Resources
Expires: 4/28/25
3/28/25
Fisheries Sampler - Scientific Technician 2 - Career Seasonal - 2 Openings - *02273-25
for job 9811164
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
Expires: 4/7/25
Career Events for Biology
Lakers Set SAIL
April 3, 2025 4:30 PM
Prepare to SAIL into your next chapter with confidence! Whether you're stepping into a summer leadership role, preparing for life after graduation, or looking to grow as a leader, this workshop...
Tabling in Kirkhof Center on Student Scholars Day: Wonderful Opportunities for Summer Internships and Post-Graduation Work and Service
April 9, 2025 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Come join us on the 29th Annual Student Scholars Day in the Kirkhof Center Lobby to explore opportunities for summer internships and post-graduation work and service. Tabling in the main Kirkhof Center...
Your Research, Your Future: Employer Panel and Networking Breakfast - Student Scholars Day
April 9, 2025 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
The Employer Panel is a special event within the GVSU Student Scholars Day that connects students with employers who actively seek candidates with undergraduate research experience....
Virtual Climate Change Student Symposium - Student Scholars Day 2025
April 9, 2025 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
The 4th Annual Virtual Climate Change Student Symposium (VCCSS) is an extended virtual session showcasing student research and creative activities focusing on climate change, its causes,...
Workshop - Going Public: Sharing Research with Zines
April 9, 2025 2:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Join CLAS Society, Technology, and Environment cluster members to share research ideas and create your DIY publication. Bring your creativity, and we’ll provide the supplies. All students, faculty,...