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Clubs, Organizations and Teams

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Clubs and Organizations

As a representative body of all of the official CALS clubs, Agri-Life Council voices the opinions and desires of all CALS students. It also promotes leadership and enthusiasm in areas of agriculture and life sciences. More info

Supports and advances agricultural education programs, Cooperative Extension programs, and organizations associated with agricultural and extension education. More info

Students network with agricultural industry professionals. The club supports members in earning internships and career opportunities. More info

Promotes interest in agriculture, educates the general public about the importance of agriculture, encourages student-faculty interactions and enhances students’ understanding of local and global agricultural industries. More info

Committed to preparing pre-professional students for their careers as well as provide outside opportunities to the community. More info

The Alpha Zeta Fraternity binds together a group of men and women interested in the continued advancement of agriculture and develops high standards of scholarship, character, leadership, and a spirit of fellowship among its members. More info

The club hosts speakers, social events, professional development seminars and tours of local engineering firms for students majoring in or interested in biological and agricultural engineering. More info

Students in the Animal Science Club are interested in promoting and providing interactions with livestock industries and producers. Also, visit the Animal Science Club website for information.

Members improve their skills and share knowledge and experience in bass fishing. More info

Stimulate interest and provide academic support and career advice to students in biochemistry. More info

The club promotes and encourages scholarly interactions among students interested in the fundamental study of plants. More info

As the student voice of the college, CALS ambassadors serve as liaisons between the campus and the community. More info

Promote communication and leadership skills in a supportive atmosphere. More info

The purpose of the association is to enhance knowledge, promote interests, and provide enrichment opportunities to students regardless of expertise, age, industry involvement, or species interest. More info

The Collegiate 4-H Club provides service to 4-H, the university and the surrounding community. More info

The club includes students from all majors interested in enhancing their knowledge of companion animals and spending time with people with similar interests. More info

The Dairy Science club promotes and stimulates interest in the dairy industry. Also, visit the Dairy Science Club official website.

Promote academic scholarship in the Agricultural Institute as well as public service in and around the community. More info

The Equestrian-Western Club is a group of committed riders who compete in Horsemanship and Reining through the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA). More info

Interested in having an impact on the future of farming? The YR&F Club offers opportunities to develop leadership traits and public speaking skills and gives exposure to current issues in agriculture from state and national leaders. Members serve on special Farm Bureau committees, county Farm Bureau boards of directors, and testify at public hearings as experts addressing concerns of farmers and ranchers. More info

Encourage leadership and a fuller understanding of the scope of food science and technology within the university and the community. More info

Explore opportunities within the Golf Course Management curriculum. More info

The Herpetology Club is a group of enthusiastic amateur herpetologists involved in research, fellowship and education. More info

The Horticulture Club promotes the science of horticulture and provides opportunities for fellowship and leadership through positive student and faculty relationships. More info

The student chapter of the International Society of Pharmaceutical Engineering increases awareness of employment opportunities in the pharmaceutical industry. More info

The Jefferson Scholars program provides an environment of fellowship and support for students interested in both science and the humanistic disciplines. The group meets biweekly, goes on trips, and engages in service projects. More info

Promote agricultural and related sciences among ethnic minorities by developing a sense of responsibility to give back to the community and charitable causes. More info

Provide academic guidance to students with interests in engineering. Information provided regarding career and leadership opportunities and community service. More info

The Poultry Science Club promotes poultry and fellowship among agricultural students. More info

Students explore multiple paths within the veterinary field and opportunities for interaction through leadership and fellowship. Also, visit the organization’s official website.

Women with agricultural interests can join Sigma Alpha and develop lasting relationships, explore career opportunities and participate in community and leadership activities. More info

Want to explore more clubs? Visit the Get Involved website for a directory of official NC State organizations.

Competition Teams

Academic Quadrathlon
Agribusiness Sales
Agricultural Marketing
Agricultural Entrepreneurship
Alpha Tau Alpha (ATA) – FFA Alumni and Supporters – Essay Competition/Parliamentary Procedure/Debate/Quiz Bowl
American Meat Science Association – Quiz Bowl
American Meat Science Association – Product Development Contest
American Association of Meat Processors – Cured Meat Championship
Biology Maker Group
Bioprocessing Competition
Dairy Challenge
Entomology Games
Fountain Wars
HortPack – National Collegiate Landscaping Competition
IFT – Chapter of the Year
IFT – College Bowl Competition
IFT – Product Development Competition
Intercollegiate Dairy Judging
Intercollegiate Horse Judging
Intercollegiate Livestock Judging
Intercollegiate Soil Judging
Pack Pullers
Pack Robotics
Procedure/Debate/Quiz Bowl
Product Development Competition
Poultry Judging
Poultry Science Club, Student, and Scrapbook of the Year
Poultry Welfare Judging
Students of Agronomy, Soils, and Environmental Sciences (SASES)
Turf Bowl Team
Weed Science Competition Team