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
9/18/26
Aquatic Land Manager, Property and Acquisition
for job 11462251
Washington State Department of Natural Resources
Expires: 10/19/26
9/18/26
Fish Hatchery Specialist 2 (In-Training) - Goldendale Hatchery - Career Seasonal - 2026-07563
for job 11461918
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
Expires: 10/4/26
9/18/26
Natural Resources Partnerships And Outreach Coordinator
for job 11461860
Washington State Department of Natural Resources
Expires: 10/19/26
9/18/26
Habitat Connectivity Biologist - Fish & Wildlife Biologist 4 - Permanent - 2026-07506
for job 11461834
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
Expires: 10/4/26
9/18/26
Assistant Director of Policy and Budget
for job 11461724
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Expires: 10/19/26
Career Events for Biology
Get Involved in Undergraduate Research - Emphasis on Student Voice and Perspective: A Workshop for Interested Students
September 21, 2026 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
The Office of Undergraduate Research and Scholarship (OURS), a program within the Center for Student Research and Scholarly Engagement (CSRSE), provides support for all undergraduates interested in...
CareerLab: Employer Office Hours with Plante Moran
September 23, 2026 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Stop by the City Campus Career Center (101B DeVos) between 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. to meet with representatives from Plante Moran. Get feedback on your resume or cover letter, practice interviewing,...
CareerLab: Employer Office Hours with Consumers Credit Union
September 24, 2026 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Stop by the City Campus Career Center (101B DeVos) between 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. to meet with representatives from Consumers Credit Union. Get feedback on your resume or cover letter,...
Careers in Finance
September 24, 2026 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
The Careers in Finance event provides Grand Valley State University Business, Economics, Finance, and other students and alumni interested in the areas of banking, investments, financial...
Get Involved in Undergraduate Research: Professional Communication - A Workshop for Interested Students (INT 100 Approved)
September 28, 2026 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
The Office of Undergraduate Research and Scholarship (OURS), a program within the Center for Student Research and Scholarly Engagement (CSRSE), provides support for all undergraduates interested in...