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
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
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.
Time Lapse Video of Corpse Flower Blooming
Seminars
Check back later for upcoming seminars!
Job Feed
12/10/25
Aquatics Specialist & PFAS Technician
for job 10564837
River Science
Expires: 1/9/26
12/10/25
River Restoration Technician (Half Time)
for job 10564824
River Science
Expires: 1/9/26
12/9/25
Natural Resources Specialist I - II - III - IV (Assistant Fisheries Biologist) at Texas Parks & Wildlife Department
for job 10564047
Texas Parks & Wildlife Department - Inland Fisheries Division
Expires: 1/9/26
12/9/25
Resource Technologist II - Histology
for job 10563473
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory
Expires: 1/9/26
12/9/25
Historic Preservation Crew Member
for job 10561844
The Student Conservation Association
Expires: 1/9/26
Career Events for Biology
Alumni Webinar: Lead with Love with Jeff Doolittle
December 16, 2025 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Lead with Love: The Habit that Elevates People, Profit, and Purpose In today’s complex and uncertain workplace, leadership rooted in love — not transaction — is a true differentiator. Whether...
Fulbright US Student Program - Virtual Information Session
January 15, 2026 1:00 PM - 2:00 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...
Resume and Cover Letter Workshop
January 23, 2026 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Did you study abroad and have an amazing experience? Join us to learn how to incorporate your study abroad experience on your resume and learn tips for talking about your study abroad experience...
JCPenney Suit Up - Winter 2026
February 1, 2026 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
All Grand Valley students and alumni are invited to attend a GVSU/JCPenney Suit-Up Event! This event will include options to participate virtually or in-person. In-person: Come to JCPenney at RiverTown...
Careers in Lab Sciences
February 3, 2026 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Join us to explore part-time and full-time job opportunities in the Lab Sciences field! This event provides students the chance to hear from various employers in the Lab Sciences industry. You'll...