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
3/18/26
Assistant Regional Habitat Program Manager - Environmental Planner 4 - Permanent - 2026-02253
for job 10862572
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
Expires: 4/18/26
3/18/26
Watercraft Inspector - Natural Resource Technician 2 - Career Seasonal - 2026-02247
for job 10862493
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
Expires: 4/18/26
3/18/26
Coastal Shellfish - Oyster Reserve Manager - Scientific Technician 4 - Permanent - 2026-02212
for job 10862418
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
Expires: 4/18/26
3/18/26
Sturgeon Fishery Monitoring Technician - Scientific Technician 3 - Permanent - 2026-02135
for job 10862385
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
Expires: 4/18/26
3/18/26
Minnesota Farm Bill Wildlife Biologist I or II
for job 10861671
Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever
Expires: 4/18/26
Career Events for Biology
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...
Employer of the Day: University of Michigan Health-West
March 25, 2026 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Stop by the Henry Hall Atrium anytime between 9:30am and 2pm to meet representatives from University of Michigan Health-West! Each semester, we bring top companies right to you on campus!...
2026 GVSU Health Professional Graduate School Fair
March 25, 2026 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Interested in exploring educational opportunities beyond your bachelor’s degree? Thinking of attending graduate or professional school for healthcare? Save the date for the Health Professional...
Employer of the Day: The Avalune Group
March 26, 2026 9:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Stop by the Seidman College of Business 2nd Floor Lobby anytime between 9:30am and 2pm to meet representatives from The Avalune Group! Want to learn about exciting career opportunities...
Study Abroad Resume and Cover Letter Workshop
March 27, 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...