Why Life Sciences and Sustainability?
At the School of Life Sciences and Sustainability, students don't just study science; they use it to change the world.
Whether it's protecting ecosystems, advancing human health, or finding new meaning in complex biological data, our students graduate with the skills to make a difference. Through hands-on experiences in biology, environmental studies, and bioinformatics, SLSS equips students with the tools to tackle today's most pressing challenges - and thrive in careers that matter.
News
July 23, 2026
Internship amid falcons takes Mary Carson’s research to new heights
Working at Hawk Mountain Sanctuary in Pennsylvania is a natural fit for the biology and environmental studies major who is part of VCU’s Avian Ecology Lab.
June 24, 2026
Periodontist Sara Khraibut returns to Kuwait after 11 years, 2 degrees and 1 residency at VCU
Khraibut, who will work for the Ministry of Health in her home country, said VCU has ‘helped shape me into the person I am today.’
SLSS Spotlight
Study in our new STEM building
Experience hands-on learning in cutting-edge labs and classrooms where all SLSS students build foundations in biology, chemistry, physics and math.
