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
Aug. 27, 2026
VCU honors seven with 2026 Distinguished Faculty Awards
Their work touches on medicine, the humanities, public service and education.
Aug. 27, 2026
In VCU neuroscience lab, undergraduate Aarushi Rao brought brainpower to new software
The sophomore Honors College student and biology major spent her summer with researcher Guangwei Zhang, developing a tool to improve analysis of images.
Aug. 19, 2026
Meet-a-Ram: Isra’a Nour’s humanitarian work is rooted in her VCU anthropology and biology courses
The 2015 graduate, powered by her service in Sudan, now works in the U.S. to support human rights, equity and justice.
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.
