Student Clubs
List of Student Clubs
Penn State Block and Bridle
Penn State Block and Bridle is affiliated with the National organization, which is comprised of college students from all over the country who are interested in farm animals. For more information about the Block and Bridle Club, see clubs.psu.edu/up/blockandbridle.
Penn State Dairy Science Club
The Penn State Dairy Science Club serves the dairy industry and develops leadership qualities in club members through industry and public service, campusdairy promotion events, youth education, member education and recognition, fundraising, and social activities and interactions. For more information, see clubs.psu.edu/up/dairyscienceclub.
Poultry Science Club
The Penn State Poultry Science Club is open to any student with an interest in poultry and avian species. Emphasis is placed on educational, service, and socialevents and activities. For more information, see clubs.psu.edu/up/psc.
Students for Responsible Use of Animals (SRUA)
SRUA's goal is to promote the improvementof animal welfare while increasing the awareness of animal use in agriculture among students of the University community. Activities include pet therapy clinics,visitng lecturers, and visits to animal and wildlife centers such as Shaver's Creek Environmental Center. For more information, see clubs.psu.edu/up/srua.
The Penn State Pre-Vet Club
The Penn State Pre-Vet Club serves to inform its memberson career options within the animal science and veterinarymedicine fields. The club also provides further insight intocurrent veterinary procedures. The club provides memberswith the opportunity to interact with other students with similar interests and goals. For more information, see clubs.psu.edu/up/prevetclub.
The Collegiate Horsemen at Penn State (CHAPS)
C.H.A.P.S is an interest and educational club for horse lovers. Club activities range from clinics, field trips, community service activities, fund raisers and socials. Some members enjoy noncompetitive riding at Carousel Farms. Riding or other horse-related experience is not necessary. For more information, see clubs.psu.edu/up/chaps.
The College of Agricultural Sciences supports more than 25 clubs and organizations for students who want to learn more about an area of study or career possibilities while taking part in social and service activities.
These groups host prominent
guest lecturers, organize conferences and competitions, conduct tours of major
industries, and hold many other events.
Participating students have many opportunities to work closely
with peers and faculty and can develop interpersonal and communication skills to take
them far in their careers.
Prospective employers value the skills and maturity that students develop by participating in these extracurricular activities. Student clubs and organizations also are a great way to have fun on campus.
Alumnus Lauren Mosemann, Farmer
"Being involved with the Dairy Science Club - that was one of the biggest things I got involved with right away, and I got to know so many people, which led me to a lot of alumni..." Video: Windows Media
