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AREC Club is an organization dedicated to helping undergraduate and graduate students of any discipline engage in educational and professional opportunities relating to Agricultural/Resource Economics and Agribusiness. We strive to equip ourselves with the right tools to navigate a profit-maximizing world without endangering our earth.
Allied Scholars for Animal Protection educates, trains, and supports students in the field of human and nonhuman animal protection, providing the infrastructure, organization, and resources that enable students to effectively advocate for both human and nonhuman animals. ASAP’s main purpose is to bring education and awareness on this important issue and to promote lifestyle changes that prevent animal cruelty, are beneficial for public health, and benefit the environment.
Who should consider joining?
If you’re affiliated with the University of Arizona and an animal lover (or otherwise interested in animal protection), we’d love to have you! No specific diet is required to be a member.
Who should consider joining?
We meet every Thursday from 6:30 to 7:30 pm in the Education Building, room 240.
Our mission is to promote the high ideals of the engineering profession, to give recognition to those agricultural, biological, and food engineers who manifest worthy qualities of character, scholarship, and professional attainment. To encourage and support such improvements in the agricultural, biological, and food engineering profession that makes an instrument of greater service to mankind. Follow us @ua.alphaepsilon.
Who should consider joining?
Biosystems Engineering students who are Juniors, Seniors, or Graduate students that qualify based on one's academic standing.
How to Join
We host an Initiation Event each semester. To be initiated you must be invited by the club president based on your academic standing.
We are the only social and professional agriculture fraternity on campus. We provide young men with connections to industry, professional development, internships, social community, and philanthropy. Follow us on Instagram @agr_arizona.
Who should consider joining?
Any male with agriculture interest (open to all majors, even those outisde of ag)
How to Join
Message the Instagram @agr_arizona or fill out our interest form: https://forms.gle/FsverEhAAXbps8Cw5
The Biosystems Engineering Club is dedicated to the introduction and exploration of Biosystems Engineering to undergraduate engineering students and anyone else interested in Biosystems Engineering. Club activities include social events, lab tours, guest speakers, and design projects within subjects such as controlled environment agriculture, IoT, sensors and controls, automation, and robotics.
We are dedicated to promoting leadership through hands on activities and social interaction by providing a sense of identity on campus, increased personal development skills, and offering students an opportunity to volunteer.
In CEASA, students get integrated into controlled environment agriculture through hands-on building and growing in hydroponics systems with produce ranging from leafy greens, tomatoes, jalapenos, peppers, strawberries, basil, and whatever students want to grow. In addition, a variety of guest speakers will come in to talk about their research, classes, experiences and more. Students will have the opportunity to get involved in greenhouses other than CEASA’s main one, as well as contribute to the university community with Campus Pantry produce donations, and get experience at the Tucson Village Farmers Market.
How to Join
Come to weekly meetings on Wednesdays from 5-6 p.m. in the CEAC Classroom (N Campbell/Roger), Room 117.
The Culinary Kaleidoscope Club aspires to experience reflections of other cultures through the culinary arts. By fostering a deeper appreciation for international flavors and cooking techniques, the Culinary Kaleidoscope Club aims to build cultural understanding and community among students. If you seek to expand your palette and prepare foods from a diverse assortment of cultures, the Culinary Kaleidoscope Club is right for you!
Who should consider joining?
Anyone with an interest in culture, food, and community.
Cutting Edge is the University of Arizona's Sewing Club! We are looking for new members of any sewing level and any academic path to join our club! Whether you know how to sew or not, our club focuses on building a community of creativity. It is perfect for anyone interested in fashion and doing craft projects! Follow us @ua_cuttingedge.
Who should consider joining?
Any students who are interested in fashion and crafts!
How to Join
Come to weekly meetings on Wednesdays from 5-6 pm in McClelland Park room 415! This semester we're planning:
- 10/16 -keychain
- 10/23- pin cushion
- 10/30 - No Meeting for Halloween
- 11/6 - eye masks
- 11/13- collage day with colored paper
- 11/20- crochet
- 11/27 - No Meeting for Thanksgiving
UAERC fosters student interests in the field of ecology by providing exciting opportunities to learn, network, and gain practical experience in the field of ecological restoration. Our time is spent hanging with the local legends of ecological restoration and the plants that we grow in community gardens and our own backyards! Follow us @uofa.restore.
Who should consider joining?
Anyone who likes the environment and making it better!
How to Join
Join through UA Campus Groups to have access to all of the events happening, and always feel free to come to weekly meetings in ENR2 N350 on Mondays at 6pm. We also have open community garden days every Wednesday at 4 in the UA Community Garden.
We educate students about the environment and connect our members with community and national organizations.
Financial Planning Club’s purpose is to identify opportunities for students to engage with active practitioners in financial planning and related professions and to facilitate a more seamless transition from school into the professional environment. Members will have the opportunity to meet with firms, learn about careers in financial planning, and get access to valuable resources.
Who should consider joining?
Anyone interested in either adding financial skill into an existing career tack, working as a financial planner or investment manager, or anyone who wants to improve their ability to manage their own finances. All majors welcome!
Meetings are bimonthly on Tuesdays from 5-6pm in McClelland Park, Room 402. Our next meeting is on Monday, September 23 at 5pm in collaboration with Eller’s Financial Literacy Club focusing on retirement planning and investing.
Food Science Club aims to give students hands-on experience in Food Science, from cooking in our Food Science lab to hearing from experts in Food Science related fields to interactive tours of local food industries. Follow us @uafoodscienceclub.
Who should consider joining?
Any student who enjoys cooking, baking, and being in the kitchen. All majors welcome!
How to Join
We meet monthly on Thursdays starting on September 19th from 5:30-6:30 pm in the Shantz Building, room 101A.
At Haus of Style we aim to give students opportunities to build their portfolio through creative and professional development. If you are interested in anything related to fashion photography, journalism, blog writing, graphic design, influencer relations, social media marketing, or event planning, then this is the club for you! Follow us @ua_hausofstyle.
Who should consider joining?
All students are welcome in this club!
How to Join
Feel free to stop by one of our meetings on Wednesdays from 6:15-7:15 pm in McClelland park room 210, email, or dm us on Instagram for more information!
The newest student organization for equine enthusiasts and pre-professionals!
The Horsemen’s Association is a student organization that providesnetworking, educational, and applied experiences in the equineindustry. The Horsemen’s Association is for any student interested in horses whether in a professional or recreational capacity.
Who should consider joining?
Students that have an interest in horses whether in a professional or recreational capacity.
How to Join
RSVP for meetings through link above. Meetings will occur every other week in ACBS Building, Room 129 (1117 E Lowell St.)
Our mission is to promote interest in the HDFS department, and to promote interest in careers in HDFS. We also strive to provide fellowship opportunities between students and faculty and give back to the Tucson community through service events. Follow us @uahdfs.
Who should consider joining?
Students who are majoring in Human Development and Family Science
How to Join
Member applications open at the beginning of each semester. Check our website for an application link once the new semester starts!
Kesem’s mission of supporting children through and beyond a parent’s cancer, and our vision of ensuring that every child impacted by a parent’s cancer is never alone, can only be realized through an ongoing, steadfast commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in every part of our organization.
Who should consider joining?
Anyone with a passion to help others, who is seeking community volunteer hours, who wans to work with children & families, or is seeking to build their professional resume.
How to Join
Email us, let us know you're interested! uarizona@kesem.org or join our email list tinyurl.com/JoinKesemUofA25
First general body meeting is Thursday, September 12 from 6-7 in the Education Building, room 318. We meet bi-weekly on Thursdays 6-7!
We are a student wellness group focused on teaching students about different styles of meditation and how to implement meditation into their daily lives. We have various guest speakers come in to share their perspective on meditations and lead guided meditations for the group. We are very beginner friendly and meetings are informal so feel free to check us out whenever is convenient for you! Follow us @medcats_ua.
Who should consider joining?
Any students that want to learn how to unite the mind and heart through meditation!
How to Join
Come to our weekly meetings weekly on Monday from 7-8pm at the Little Chapel of All Nations (1401 E 1st St).
- Every Monday from 7-8pm at the Little Chapel of All Nations
The Microbiology Club hosts fun and educational events to get as many people as possible interested in the world of Microbiology. We aim to provide a place for students to explore their interests and meet others with a similar interest in Microbiology. Follow us @uamicrobiologyclub.
Who should consider joining?
Our club is open to any student interested in Microbiology. We have members of all years and from many different majors.
How to Join
We meet every at Tuesday 3:00-4:00 pm and Thursday at 4:30-5:30 pm in ACBS, room 129
MANRRS is a professional development organization that promotes personal and career development for minorities in agriculture, natural resources & related sciences.
How to Join
Come to the biweekly meetings on Wednesdays from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in SAGHA 214. We're currently doing a Yeti Raffle!
We provide talented students with unique traveling and networking opportunities, case competitions, renowned scholarships, and access to the latest industry news and research. Each year, a cohort of NRFSA members are selected to attend the NRF Big Show Student Program in New York City and visit Terry J. Lundgren Center Corporate Partners to learn about potential career opportunities and network!
How to Join
First official meeting of the semester is Tuesday, September 24th from 4 - 5 pm in McClelland Park, 4th Floor Boardroom. We will be having a speaker Ron Thurston from OSSY and snacks!
All other clubs meetings: Biweekly on Tuesdays, 4-5pm, McClelland Park 4th Floor Boardroom
We are devoted to nutrition education, outreach, and awareness both on campus and in the local community. Find us on Instagram @UAZNutritionClub
How to Join
Meeting dates for fall 2024: 9/12, 9/26, 10/10, 10/24, 11/7, 11/21, 12/5
We meet in the Student Nutrition Advising Center, SNAC (Shantz 238)
The Plant Futures Initiative (PF) is a non-profit educational organization dedicated to equipping and empowering the next generation of ethical leaders and entrepreneurs in the plant-centric food system. Our chapter programming consists of community building around food systems curriculum and experiential learning that create more authentic, meaningful, and effective career and impact development beyond college campuses.
We to leverage on-campus funding opportunities like the Campus Sustainability Fund (CSF) to enhance access to clean, organic foods. Our plans include developing food forests, hosting markets, and organizing campus food truck festivals featuring plant-based foods.
Who should consider joining?
Anyone with an interest in plant and food systems, entrepreneurship, and community building.
How to Join
We're actively recruiting to begin the club in spring 2025. Please complete the interest form to stay connected!
This club is perfect for anyone who wants to become a veterinarian! Learn all about admissions to vet schools as well learn all things related to the vet field! Follow us @uaprevetclub.
Who should consider joining?
Students who aspire to become veterinarians!
How to Join
Come to the meetings on Tuesdays at 6pm in Marley 230! Fill out this form to be added to the email list! Interest Form.
Sigma Alpha is a professional agricultural sorority that promotes scholarship, leadership, service and fellowship among its members. Follow us @uasigmaalpha.
Who should consider joining?
While most of our members come from an agricultural background or pursuing a career in the industry, we are open to all girls with an interest in agriculture.
How to Join
We host a formal recruitment process that members must attend and be initiated into or sorority.
We create financially informed Arizona by providing educational outreach to Tucson high schools and community organizations.
We are the student chapter of the Society for Range Management. Our primary objective is to facilitate connections between our members and professionals in the field of rangeland management, we also aim to inspire the next generation of rangeland managers and stewards of our environment. Follow us @uatierraseca.
Who should consider joining?
Any student from any major!
How to Join
We meet every other Tuesday (started Sept. 3rd. Next meeting is September 17th at 5:15pm, ENR2 350. Pizza and taco nights to come!
Show up to a meeting or email the club at uofatierraseca@gmail.com
Where business meets fashion.
Meant for all lovers of fish and wildlife! We provide students with opportunities to be involved in wildlife management, fisheries, and conservation work while making professional and peer connections. Follow us @uafishandwildlife.
Who should consider joining?
Students who are majoring in Natural Resources or are interested in conservation, wildlife, and fisheries management, and closely related fields.
How to Join
We meet every other Monday (starting September 9th) @5pm, ENR2 350. Pizza included! Send us an email uafishandwildlife@gmail.com for more info.
Are you pre-vet, pre-med, or pre-dental? Every year we go on a trip to Central America. Next year, we are traveling to Guatemala to provide veterinary, medical, and dental care to rural communities. As a club, we meet weekly and have hands-on opportunities to learn skills like vitals, venipuncture, IV catheter placement, animal restraint, dosage calculations, and many other essential clinical skills. We also have several guest speakers from these pre-health professions, we do case studies, and have many opportunities to network with professionals in the pre-health professions. You do not need to go on the trip to be in the club!
How to Join
Every Wednesday from 6-7pm in Marley 230. Starting September 18th!
As a collegiate branch of Farm Bureau, our program provides the opportunity to connect with leaders in the Agricultural Industry and gives students experiences to strengthen their professional and leadership skills.
YF&R aims to help students with Public Speaking, Issue Advocacy, and Service Leadership through networking at Conferences, Industry Tours, and Advocacy Tabling Events!Follow us @ua_yfr.
Who should consider joining?
Anyone with an interest in agriculture.
How to Join
We meet monthly starting on October 8 at the University of Arizona Campus Agricultural Center (4101 N Campbell Ave). $20 Dues per semester.