Student Engagement
How you choose to engage is what make CSU your home.
Now is the time. This is your place.
Clubs and Orgs
Student Employment
Competitive Teams
Clubs and Committees
Ag Council
The Ag Council is the leadership and representation team for the College of Agricultural Sciences student body. The Ag Council supports our academic departments, and spearheads advocacy and education for agriculture throughout the university.
Join us, and bring your voice and experience to the table.
To learn more about getting involved, contact: agcouncil@colostate.edu
Ag Ambassadors
We are the Land Grant Mission Ambassadors of CSU. Our team of student leaders is dedicated to promoting awareness and vitality for agricultural sciences. We work on and off campus advocating the value of the College of Agricultural Sciences to the greater community.
We recruit each fall semester. Request an application by email agambassadors@colostate.edu.
Advisor: Chris Amerman chris.amerman@colostate.edu
Animal Science Stewards
The SAS Program is designed to prepare our undergraduates for leadership roles in the animal agriculture industry. You will gain professional leadership skills through our seminars and related activities.
Become part of the growing animal ag field. Find us on Facebook and Instagram.
Contact: animalsciencestewards@colostate.edu.
Animal Welfare Science Club
We are a community of undergrad, graduate, and veterinary students focusing on the science and ethics of animal welfare. We share our thoughts and ideas on topics like production, wildlife, companion, and research animals.
Find us on Facebook and Instagram.
Be part of the conversation. Contact AnimalWelfareClub@colostate.edu
Advisor: Lilly Edwards-Calloway: lily.edwards-callaway@colostate.edu.
Colorado State Horseman’s Association
CSHA is a place to explore the equine industry. We welcome anyone interested in horses and the equine industry. Our group shares a range of backgrounds and interests, no matter what your experience is. If you want to learn more about horses, this is the place for you.
Find us on Facebook and Instagram.
Become part of the equine experience.
Advisor: Stephen Coleman: stephen.coleman@colostate.edu
CSU Livestock Association
To learn more about meeting times, please contact CollegiateLivestockAssn@colostate.edu or Advisor, Jennifer Martin: jennifer.martin@colostate.edu.
Find us on Facebook.
English Riding Club
Our club unites riders of the English style riding discipline together. We meet weekly to ride and monthly, we invite clinicians to enhance our practice. If you like socializing, promoting riding, and community service projects, we are the club for you.
Get in touch with us and join the fun. Find us on Facebook and Instagram or contact EnglishRidingClub@colostate.edu
Advisor: Tiare Santisteven: tiare.santistevan@colostate.edu
FarmHouse Fraternity
FarmHouse follows four main aspects in building men throughout their time in college – spiritual, intellectual, social/moral and physical. By developing each area, we believe we prepare men for not only a better college experience but also a more successful life outside of the university setting.
Find us on Facebook and Instagram.
To learn more about meeting times, please contact Wilson Ogg wilson.coffa@gmail.com
Horticulture Club
We are one of the longest lived university clubs, dating back to the 1920’s. We offer fun and exciting activities to cultivate your interests in plants and horticulture.
Join the ranks of our long and fruitful heritage. Find us on Facebook and Instagram.
Advisor: Josh Craver: joshua.craver@colostate.edu
Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources & Related Sciences
Our goal is to promote and implement the advancement of members of the CSU community in agricultural, natural resource, and related sciences; As well as to ensure the development of career preparation, leadership, professional skills, scholarly excellence and an active support network among the members.
Find us on Instagram.
To learn more about meeting times, please contact csumanrrs@manrrs.org
or advisor Elias Quinonez elias.quinonez@colostate.edu
Pre-Vet Club
We are your student led hub for all things Pre-Vet. We have bi-monthly meetings with guest speakers and community service and social events all semester long. Become part of our shadow program and get even more hands-on experience with local veterinarians. Our annual Pre-Vet Day event is a full day of lectures and labs, and you are invited to participate.
Get involved today. Find us on Facebook and Instagram or contact csuprevet@gmail.com
Advisor: Ann Bowen: ann.bowen@colostate.edu.
Polo Club
Since 1977 we have been an entirely student run CSU club sport. We own over 30 polo ponies boarded at the CSU Equine Center. We practice 6 days a week, and our men’s and women’s teams are nationally competitive. We frequent regional and national tournaments. We have a lively beginner and JV program. Previous experience is not a prerequisite to join.
Get involved with polo today. Find us on Facebook or Instagram or contact EquinePolo@colostate.edu or csupololife@gmail.com
Rocky Mountain Farmers Union
The CSU RMFU Chapter fosters our student members as the next generation of Ag leaders.. We focus our passions on education, leadership skills, outreach and advocacy, policy work, and cooperative development.
Find us on Facebook and Instagram.
Advisor: Aubriel Jones: aubriel.jones@colostate.edu or Kathie Riley kathie.riley@colostate.edu
Sigma Alpha Sorority
Our mission is to cultivate professional women in Agriculture. We strive for achievement in scholarship, leadership, and service, and to further develop excellence in women pursuing careers in agriculture. This is a great opportunity for young women who want to create lifelong bonds between other women who are leading the agricultural industry
Find us on Facebook and Instagram.
To learn more about meeting times, please contact the current president presidentsigmaalpha@gmail.com
Students of Landscape Design and Contracting
SOLDAC is designed to get our students involved in the Environmental Horticulture industry. All Horticulture and Landscape Architecture students are encouraged to participate.
To learn more about meeting times, please contact CSUSoldac@colostate.edu
or Advisor: Zach Johnson: z.johnson@colostate.edu
Shotgun Sports
We are a competitive CSU shotgun shooting team for both men and women. The season begins in early fall with competitions throughout the year against colleges across the Midwest. Our club gives students an opportunity to participate in shotgun shooting events while learning proper firearm handling.
Find us on Facebook.
To learn more about meeting times, please contact ShotgunSports@colostate.edu or colostateshotgun@gmail.com
Charges for Technology Committee
For over 20 years, students have been “paying-it-forward” to ensure they have access to current technology. Student fees for technology are determined by a student and staff committee who ensure the CAS student body is receiving the most for their money.
Consider participating in the process.
For more information visit the web page or contact: tyson.claffey@colostate.edu.
Agronomy Club
Get together with your fellow Agronomy buffs and share your interests and passions. We work on fundraising projects, social and scholastic events as a team. And, we are the start of your long lasting connections in agronomy. Join us today. Find us on Facebook and Instagram.
Advisors: Addy Elliot Adriane.Elliott@ColoState.EDU
President: agronomyclubpresident@gmail.com
Alpha Gamma Rho Fraternity
Alpha Gamma Rho is the global agriculture fraternity. We foster the highest values with superior lifelong personal development and professional success.
Learn More by emailing agrcsu@gmail.com
Block and Bridle
We meet monthly to learn about current topics in the livestock industry. We have fun meeting with industry leaders and develop programming to promote Animal Sciences at CSU and through our community.
Find us on Facebook and Instagram.
Come join the fun.
Advisor, Sam Cunningham: sam.cunningham@colostate.edu.
Collegiate Farm Bureau
We are busy across the state, engaging with collegiate leaders and sharing the ag industry world with the CSU student body. We are involved with Young Farmer and Rancher activities and many times attend joint conferences.
Find us on Facebook.
Come join the discussion and the fun.
Advisors: Amanda Countryman: amanda.countryman@colostate.edu
DARE Diplomats
We represent the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics (DARE), and look to promote the research and endeavors of our faculty that give so much back to us. Along the journey we hope that you grow academically, professionally and socially.
Responsibilities, if accepted, include attending semi-monthly meetings and events. Giving guided tours to prospective high school students, working hand-in-hand with staff/faculty when volunteer opportunities present themselves, learning and applying outreach strategies used by Admissions.
Our team is looking for students self-motivated that hope to have more on their resume than strictly grades. We understand that each of us come with a different set of aptitudes and strengths and we hope to help you build upon them.
We are a unique collective of students from various backgrounds in Agriculture, Business, Economics, Education, Livestock Business Management and Natural Resources. Our goal is to educate the current and prospective CSU population in what our department does and how we make an impact on the greater good. You do not need prior experience in any of the above mentioned fields, but an open mind and giving heart.
Find us on Instagram.
Advisor: Jesse Kuklakis jesse.kuklakis@colostate.edu
Equine Assisted Activities and Therapies Club
CSU Entomology Club
We are an interdisciplinary group of people who share an interest in insects. We open the doors and windows into a fascinating look at arthropods. Join us for collecting trips, guest speakers, cockroach races, and more!
Find us on Facebook and Instagram.
Get involved today. Contact: csuentomologyclub@gmail.com
Advisor: Matt Camper: matt.camper@colostate.edu
Mountain Riders Horse Club
Mountain Riders Horse Club is the most diverse equestrian club on campus both in terms of our members’ skill levels and disciples. You do not need a horse to join, all we ask is that you have an enthusiasm for learning and an appreciation for the variation across the equestrian community.
Find us on Facebook and Instagram.
Come join all the fun. MountainRiderHC@colostate.edu
Advisor: Michelle Adams: michelle.adams@colostate.edu
Out in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (oSTEM)
Out in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (oSTEM) is a nationwide organization dedicated to supporting LGBTQ2A individuals in STEM fields. Our mission is to offer resources and assistance to students while fostering vibrant connections between aspiring professionals and established figures in both industry and academia.
Pi Alpha Xi
The organization was established to foster good fellowship among students, educators and professional horticulturists. The society mission is to promote high scholarship, fellowship, professional leadership and the enrichment of human life through plants.
Advisor, Josh Craver: joshua.craver@colostate.edu
Ranch Horse Team
Ranch horses have all the fun, and so can you. We work hard to have fun and develop ASHA ranch skills like ranch and trail riding, reining and cow horse work. We host two annual shows at the B.W. Pickett Arena to share the fun and show off our skills.
Become part of the fun. Find us on Facebook and Instagram or contact colostateranchhorseteam@gmail.com
Advisor: Maggie Murphy maggie.murphy@colostate.edu
Rodeo Club
The CSU Rodeo Club is one of the biggest, most active sport clubs on campus. We have roughly 30 active members promoting rodeo and competition. We compete in National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association events and invite you to join our active club.
Jump in the ring with us. Find us on Facebook and Instagram.
Society for Advancement of Chicanos and Native Americans in Science (SACNAS)
Formed in 2007, CSU-SACNAS unites individuals of varied racial, ethnic, and professional backgrounds, fostering a passion for science and engineering. Members advocate for students’ pursuit of advanced degrees and engage in professional development, community service, and outreach, including participation in the National SACNAS Conference.
Find us on Facebook.
For more information, email the SACNAS team.
Student Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects
Our mission is to enhance the educational experience for undergraduate landscape architecture students. We promote professional awareness through leadership opportunities, education, service, and professional interaction.
To learn more about meeting times, please advisor Kelly Curl kelly.curl@colostate.edu.
Student Teams
The College of Ag is proud of our highly active and engaged teams. Our teams are at the top of their game and welcome new members to enhance their performance.
Animal Welfare Judging Team
Are you Interested in Animal Welfare Science? We’re a CSU team dedicated to forming a community of undergraduate, graduate, and veterinary students interested in the science AND ethics related to animal welfare.
To learn more, please contact Catie Cramer: catie.cramer@colostate.edu or Melissa Davis: Melissa.Davis@colostate.edu
Food Distribution and Research Society Case Study Team
We are an intellectual competition team of undergraduate and graduate students. We prepare for competitions by learning about important food market trends and methods for analysis. At FDRS national meetings, our team is presented with a case study from a key industry player in the region where the meetings are held. We have one day to develop a strategic plan addressing a defined challenge.
To learn more, please contact Dawn Thilmany: dawn.thilmany@colostate.edu.
Livestock Judging Team
In 1914 our team competed in our first National Western Stock Show, and we have been growing and evolving ever since. Our team members are an integral part of our long-lived heritage and go on to excel in the livestock industry. Many of our former team members are now industry leaders who attribute their success in part to their membership in the CSU Livestock Judging team.
Become part of our growing history. Contact Clay Carlson: clay.carlson@colostate.edu
Meat Science Quiz Bowl Team
We are an undergraduate team that compete at the Reciprocal Meat Conference hosted by American Meat Science Association each summer that tests the students knowledge of all aspects of meat science including food safety, meat processing and processes, meat science history and trending meat science topics.
Please contact Haley Cole at Haley.Cole@colostate.edu for more information about the team.
Seedstock Merchandising Team
We are nurturing a 100 year tradition of CSU seedstock cattle. Our 4 committees; animal preparation, data management, written promotion, and event promotion, prepare our animals for the annual bull sale. We create an advertising and promotion scheme, outline a budget, and make specific design, layout, and production decisions for bi-annual newsletters, a regional advertising campaign, a sales catalog, website, and social media.
To learn more, please contact Samantha Cunningham Sam.Cunningham@colostate.edu
Wool Judging Team
To learn more, please contact Michelle Crites: michelle.crites@colostate.edu.
Dairy Judging Team
To learn more please contact Josh Docheff: purplerosecattle@aol.com.
Horse Judging Team
Since 1978 we have been one of the country’s most successful horse judging programs. The CSU team has won each of the major contests at least once. Just to brag a little…we’ve held titles at Morgan Nationals, Quarter Horse Congress, Arabian Nationals, Quarter Horse World Show, NRHA Futurity, and the National Western Stock Show.
Be part of our success. Contact Maggie Murphy: maggie.murphy@colostate.edu
Meat Animal Evaluation Team
We are one of CSU’s highly successful competition teams. We prepare our team members by coaching and encouraging each other to be the best we can be. We compete every year at the National Meat Animal Evaluation Contest in Oklahoma where we present our skills at animal evaluation. This contest is a great way to shine among the best in the business and we are always prepared to set the bar for livestock evaluators.
Please contact Haley Cole at Haley.Cole@colostate.edu for more information about the team.
Intercollegiate Meat Judging Team
Meat judging critically evaluates carcasses and various market beef, swine, and lamb products to determine their value and to rank them accordingly. The CSU Team competes at a national level against other university teams and is known world-wide in the meat science discipline.
Please contact Haley Cole at Haley.Cole@colostate.edu for more information about the team.
Soil Judging Team
We are an undergraduate team who competitively characterize soils in the field. Which is also an essential skill for any successful soil scientist, land manager, or agronomist. Our team members develop a deep understanding of soils and enhance their skills in soil-related fields. We compete at the National Collegiate Soil Judging Competition where our team gets to network with professionals in earth sciences and compete among students from 90 other universities.
To learn more please contact Susan Melzer: susan.melzer@colostate.edu.
How We Support Your Goals
We are here because we know how to help you be successful in the College of Ag. Our hope is that we get to support you while you integrate all the important elements of student success and enjoy building friendships, skills, and memories.
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Your Student Success Team
Kellie Enns
Professor, Associate Dean for Academic and Faculty Affairs
Sam Holtshouser
Career Education Manager
Megan Kapp
Student Success Team Coordinator
Kris McKay
Manager, Strategic Partnerships and Operations
Nickey Pietila
Career Education Coordinator
Elias G. Quiñonez
Manager of Student Life
Alyssa Hancock
M-F: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Nutrien Bldg, Room 150
Pexton Student Success Suite
(970) 491-3751