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
3/11/26
Cultural Resources Technician - Nellis Air Force Base, NV
for job 10835566
Colorado State University - Warner College of Natural Resources (1401)
Expires: 3/24/26
3/11/26
Natural Resources Technician - Eglin Air Force Base, FL
for job 10835512
Colorado State University - Warner College of Natural Resources (1401)
Expires: 3/21/26
3/11/26
Natural Resources Technician - Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, FL
for job 10835109
Colorado State University - Warner College of Natural Resources (1401)
Expires: 3/24/26
3/11/26
Natural Resources Technician - Altus Air Force Base, OK
for job 10835064
Colorado State University - Warner College of Natural Resources (1401)
Expires: 3/24/26
3/11/26
Natural Resources Technician - Vandenberg Air Force Base, CA
for job 10834658
Colorado State University - Warner College of Natural Resources (1401)
Expires: 3/24/26
Career Events for Biology
Alumni Webinar: Craft a Winning Resume with Abby Priebe
March 17, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Resume questions are one of the number one reasons Lakers reach out for career support. In the age of AI and ATS, how can you make your resume stand out? In this interactive workshop, we'll...
Employer of the Day: MomsBloom
March 18, 2026 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Stop by the Au Sable Hall First Floor anytime between 9:30am and 2pm to meet representatives from the MomsBloom! Each semester, we bring top companies right to you on campus!...
Employer Showcase: Trinity Health - West Michigan
March 18, 2026 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Stop by the Henry Hall Atrium anytime between 9:30am and 2pm to meet representatives from Trinty Health - West Michigan! Want to learn about exciting career opportunities and meet potential...
Employer of the Day: FWF
March 19, 2026 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Stop by the Seidman 2nd Floor Lobby anytime between 9:30am and 2pm to meet representatives from FWF! Want to learn about exciting career opportunities and meet potential employers? Each semester,...
Employer of the Day: Healthwest - Muskegon County Community Mental Health
March 25, 2026 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 Healthwest! Want to learn about exciting career opportunities and meet potential...