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
4/13/26
Watercraft Inspector - Natural Resources Technician 2 - Non-Permanent - 2 Openings - 2026-02944
for job 10950990
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
Expires: 5/14/26
4/13/26
Watercraft Inspector - Natural Resources Technician 2 - Non-Permanent - 2 Openings - 2026-02940
for job 10950931
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
Expires: 5/14/26
4/13/26
Watercraft Inspector - Natural Resources Technician 2 - Non-Permanent - 4 Openings - 2026-02729
for job 10950879
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
Expires: 5/14/26
4/13/26
Visitor Use Monitor - Kawishiwi Range District
for job 10950712
The Student Conservation Association
Expires: 5/14/26
4/13/26
Plate Operator
for job 10950355
Charm Sciences
Expires: 5/14/26
Career Events for Biology
Alumni Webinar: Making the Leap: How to Successfully Transition into a New Industry or Role with Clint Polhill
April 15, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Making a career change—whether stepping into a new industry or stretching into a bigger role—can feel uncertain and overwhelming. In this webinar, we’ll explore practical tools and...
CARE About Your Next Steps
April 21, 2026 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Feeling unsure about life after graduation? Your summer plans? You’re not alone. Stop by 200 STU from 1-3pm on Tuesday April 21st to connect with GVSU’s CARE Team and Career Center staff,...