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.
- 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
Department News
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!
Seminars
Check back later for upcoming seminars!
Job Feed
2/8/26
Wildlife Rehabilitation Internship
for job 10725466
New Mexico Wildlife Center
Expires: 3/10/26
2/6/26
Environmental Health & Safety Intern
for job 10724111
Life Science Cares
Expires: 2/21/26
2/6/26
Recreation Maintenance Steward
for job 10723367
Washington State Department of Natural Resources
Expires: 3/9/26
2/6/26
Archaeologist, Federal Lands
for job 10722216
Washington State Department of Natural Resources
Expires: 3/9/26
2/6/26
Natural Resource Scientist
for job 10720986
Washington State Department of Natural Resources
Expires: 3/8/26
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...