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ABE Ambassadors

ABE Ambassadors represent the Agricultural & Biological Engineering (ABE) department to prospective and admitted students and the general public. They work with faculty and staff to build the department community, increase the visibility of its disciplines, and engage alumni, donors, and friends. 
Advisor: Anne Marie Boone

ACES James Scholar Activities & Communications Team

The ACES James Scholar Activities & Communications Team (JS-ACT) is a student organization for ACES James Scholars who have an interest in supporting the mission of the Honors Program. They use their talents in writing, photography, and social media to engage ACES James Scholars through electronic media, organizing special events, and contributing content to Honors Program publications.
Advisor: Jason Emmert
Learn more: James Scholar Activities & Communications Team

AFA Leaders Conference

AFA Leaders Conference is a four-track program that gives students professional development opportunities. This program bridges the gap between academic, leadership, and work experiences while helping students develop problem-solving skills. Students enjoy the opportunity to network with peers and leaders in the agriculture industry to learn about career opportunities. Students can also attend the AFA Leaders Conference. If you need help covering the cost of attendance, please click here. 
Contact:
Learn more: AFA Leaders Conference

Agricultural Communicators of Tomorrow (ACT)

Illini ACT is an award-winning organization for students interested in all aspects of agricultural communications. From networking to exploring career opportunities, Illini ACT offers students contact with professionals in the agricultural communications industry. The club's mission is to provide professional development opportunities for its members, promote the exchange of ideas among students and faculty, and stimulate interest in the agricultural communications and jouralism professions.
Advisor: Owen Roberts
President: Ava Splear
Social: Facebook

Alpha Gamma Rho (AGR)

Most college fraternities are strictly social. And Alpha Gamma Rho offers that same social experience – you’ll make friends and create memories that will stay with you the rest of your life. AGR is legendary for being one of the tightest-knit groups of friends on campus. But there’s an added benefit to AGR membership that most other fraternities simply can’t offer. Because we’re also a professional fraternity – in our case, all our members share some connection to the agriculture industry.
Advisor: Blake Croegaert
President: Tanner Ditchfield
Contact: illiniagr@gmail.com
Learn More: Alpha Gamma Rho

Alpha Epsilon Delta

Alpha Epsilon Delta at the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign is the oldest and largest pre-health fraternity on campus. AED allows members to develop a network with other members and alumni that will last far past college. AED welcomes those of any major and any pre-health concentration. Within AED pledges recieve immense professional support through resume workshops, mock interviews, and career advice from current memebers. Our memebers are invovled in volunteering, research, and much more to bolster the Champaign- Urbana community. AED is not only a pre-professional health fraternity but a family.
President: Manva Kordia
Social: Instagram

Alpha Epsilon Honor Society

Alpha Epsilon Honor Society Delta Chapter is part of the national honor society for outstanding biological and agricultural engineers. The mission of Alpha Epsilon is to promote the ideals of the engineering profession; to give recognition to those agricultural engineers who manifest worthy qualities of character, scholarship, and professional attainment; and to encourage and support improvements in the agricultural engineering profession to make it an instrument of greater service to mankind.
Contact: aeduiuc@gmail.com

Alpha Tau Alpha/Ag Ed Club

Alpha Tau Alpha is a professional honorary organization that promotes agricultural education through scholarship and fellowship among members. Activities include regular professional development field trips to cities like Chicago and Indianapolis and working with high school students and professionals in the field.
Advisor: Gary Ochs 
President: Brodee McCormick

American Fisheries Society

We are a group of undergraduate and graduate students who are passionate about fisheries, the environment, outreach, and education. We are affiliated with the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign as an RSO and the American Fisheries Society as a student subunit. We seek to promote fisheries science and conservation on campus, engage with the public through outreach events, and increase our own knowledge and skills through field sampling workshops.
Advisor: Dr. Cory Suski
President: Rafael Davila

American Society of Agricultural & Biological Engineers

The American Society of Agricultural & Biological Engineers Student Branch (ASABE) aids in the professional development of agricultural engineering students and brings them into contact with their peers in a non-academic environment.
Advisor: Raunak Bansal
Contact: illinois.asabe@gmail.com
Social: Facebook
Learn more: American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers

Association of Food Technologists (AFT)

The Association of Food Technologists (AFT) is a professional organization at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign designed to help food science students and all other majors with their collegiate and professional careers in food.
Advisors: Uma Teh & Sihui Ma
Social: Instagram
Learn more: About AFT

Collegiate Farm Bureau

Collegiate Farm Bureau engages students in educational and leadership activities and networking opportunities. This grassroots organization brings together students from all majors interested in being voices for agriculture.
Advisor: Jonathan Coppess
President: Jaton Shaffer
Social: Facebook, Instagram
Learn more: University of Illinois Collegiate Farm Bureau

Collegiate 4-H

Collegiate 4-H is a service-oriented organization that develops leadership abilities in its membership and bridges the gap between recent 4-H alumni and Extension staff.
Contact: ilcollegiate4h@gmail.com
Social: Instagram

Consumer Economics & Finance Club

Consumer Economics & Finance Club (CEF Club), is dedicated to providing students with a variety of professional development services. The club provides opportunities for students to expand their knowledge in the consumer economics and finance industry through professional guest speakers, workshops, and networking with other CEF student members. 
Contact: Professor Angeal Lyons

Crop Sciences Graduate Student Organization (CSGO)

The Crop Sciences Graduate Organization (CSGO) provides members the opportunity to network, socialize, and advance their professional development skills through seminars, symposiums, and professional meetings. Outside of research, members enjoy social events throughout the year. 
Contact: cpsc-csgp@uiuc.edu
Social: Instagram 
Learn more: https://csgo.cropsciences.illinois.edu/

FarmHouse

FarmHouse Fraternity promotes the growth and welfare of our members through a four-fold focus of intellectual, social/moral, spiritual, and physical development. Such occurs when brothers – both students and alumni – gather together in a learning environment that inspires continued improvement as a scholar and as a gentleman of high character. Such affiliation encourages success in one’s career, in one’s personal relationships and in one’s community and civic engagement.
President: Ross Bodine
Contact: presfhuiuc@gmail.com
Learn more: FarmHouse

Field & Furrow Club

Field & Furrow advances knowledge concerning soil and crops; fosters a spirit of cooperation and mutual helpfulness among students in agronomy; provides an opportunity for a wider acquaintance with staff members in agronomy; cooperates with other chapters for the furtherance of the science of agronomy, and correlates activities in agronomy with other closely related fields.
Advisor: Connor Sible
President: Nathan Welch
Contact: fieldandfurrowillinois@gmail.com
Social: Instagram

Financial Planning Club

The Financial Planning Club is designed for students from any major. This club offers opportunities for members to learn about financial planning as a career path. By providing students with developmental courses, reading lists of industry literature and even job opportunities, the Financial Planning Club hopes to shape members into competitive job candidates when pursuing a career in financial planning.
Reach out to Presley Fee (psfee2@illinois.edu) to learn more about joining the club.
Advisor: Craig Lemoine
President: Olivia Holt
Contact: fpcillinois@gmail.com
Social: Instagram
Learn More: Financial Planning Club

FSHN Graduate Student Association

FSHNGSA is run by graduate students in food science and human nutrition to increase their interaction among faculty and graduate students by providing social, academic, and career-related events. Everyone is welcome.
Social: Facebook
Learn more: FSHN Graduate Student Association

Grow2Give

With a passion for gardening and a mission to help students, Grow2Give started with as a simple idea by founder and President Sydney Curts, a Natural Resources and Environmental Science student at UIUC, and has quickly grown into something bigger.
Contact: Sydney Curts

Hoof 'n' Horn

Hoof 'n' Horn provides opportunities for students to develop a greater knowledge of the animal science industry and to unite and promote it.
Advisor: Lee Rincker
President: Carrie Gill
Social: Facebook

Horticulture Club

The UIUC Horticulture Club aims to advance the knowledge and professional development of its members, promote good fellowship among students and faculty, actively promote horticulture as part of gracious living, and provide access to horticultural knowledge to the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign community.
Advisor: Andrea Faber Taylor
President: Danielle Willenborg
Contact: hortclubuiuc@gmail.com
Social: Facebook, Instagram
Learn More: UIUC Horticulture Club

Hospitality Management Association (HMA)

The Hospitality Management Association (HMA) at Illinois is an RSO for students looking to pursue a career in restaurant and hotel management, event planning, catering and other sectors.
Advisor: Jill Craft
President: Amelia Pettitt
Social: Instagram

Human Interest Professionals Club

The Human Interest Professions Club provides students with opportunities to volunteer in the community, enhance their leadership skills, and develop as professionals through mentorship. The HIP Club's forte is volunteer work and organized events with people in the community. Members volunteer at local soup kitchens and nursing homes, support area charities, and participate in events to raise awareness of children's issues. Each year the club sponsors a Halloween party for children at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana. HIP Club members are also prominent in College of ACES’ activities and the College's leadership development programs. 
Contact: Mary Chung

Illini Algae Club

Students in Illini Algae Club can partner with ABE graduate students to help with projects using algae, learn laboratory techniques, and help advance current research. Beyond the ABE department, the club organizes its members in conjunction with other organizations to facilitate involvement in competitions on local and national scales. Students are encouraged to join for the learning experience and the opportunity to gain laboratory experience working with relevant systems in algae and bioenergy sustainability.
Contact:

Illini Bass Fishing Club

General Fishing Club for the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. All levels of anglers are welcome. Strong emphasis on both competitive and recreational sides of angling. Leadership opportunities are available. 
Advisor: Yianni Geldis
President: Charles Zheng
Contact: fightingillinibassclub@gmail.com
Social: Instagram

IlliDell

IlliDell of Alpha Gamma Sigma is a fraternity whose roots date back to 1949. Founded on the ideals of friendship and equality, we at IlliDell have a very strong bond of brotherhood. Our belief in strength from within has helped us prepare for successful careers in agriculture. Our brethren hold leadership positions in the classroom, in campus organizations, and in the job world.  Here at IlliDell, we never lose sight that academics are the main reason we are here, and we truly cultivate strong, capable men.
Contact: kwargel2@illinois.edu

Illini Dairy Club

The Illini Dairy Club promotes the dairy industry by providing activities for interested people, Cow Olympiad, judging teams, regional meetings, and the PDCA Calf Sale. 
Advisor: Derek Nolan
President: Emma Tolentino
Contact: uiuc.illinidairyclub@gmail.com
Social: Facebook
Learn more: Illini Dairy Club

Illini Emerging Leaders

Illini Emerging Leaders is a professional organization that believes all students have the capacity to become effective leaders. This organization is a home for all students to:

• Develop leadership skills
• Grow individually alongside a team
• Network with professionals and other Illinois students

Illini Emerging Leaders works to serve our campus and community as we enhance our leadership abilities for all stages of life
Contact: illiniemergingleaders@gmail.com

Illini Equestrians

Illini Equestrians promotes interest in the art of horsemanship and expands knowledge and expertise in the equine field. The group provides the opportunity to enjoy horse-related activities with others through social, educational, and competetive events
Advisor: Debra Hagstrom
President: Summer Goodwin
Contact: uiuc.ie.president@gmail.com
Learn more: Illini Equestrians

Illini Pullers

Illini Pullers is a competitive student club that designs, builds, tests, and markets a 1/4 scale pulling tractor each year as part of an ASABE-sponsored competition. This competition is attended by teams from around the globe and offers excellent opportunities for students to network with other students and sponsoring companies.
Advisor: Tim Lecher
Contact: illini.pullers@gmail.com
Social: Facebook

Illini Urban Farmers

The Illini Urban Farmers organization provides hands-on learning experiences through speakers, research, industry-linked design projects, and community outreach. These activities help students develop professionally and personally in implementing sustainable urban agriculture.
Contacts: Amelia Keating

Illini Wildlife & Conservation

The Illini Wildlife and Conservation Club is for students interested in wildlife care, conservation, and wildlife and exotic veterinary medicine. The club schedules speakers ranging from veterinarians to primatologists for their monthly meetings and hosts events such as wet labs at the veterinary hospital. The club also takes trips once a semester to locations in the Midwest such as St. Louis Zoo and the Exotic Feline Rescue Center in Indiana.
Contact: Marrina White
Social: Facebook and Instagram

Illinois Student Council on Family Relations (ISCFR)

The Illinois Student Council on Family Relations (ISCFR) is a professional organization for graduate and undergraduate students who are preparing for careers in human development, family policy, family counseling, academia, and other related areas. ISCFR provides educational, service learning, and professional development activities for students while promoting family education and awareness in our local community. Some of our activities include:

• Discussion of topics related to families and family development and relationships
• Community service
• Learning research presentation skills
• Annual conferences
• Career exploration/preparation
• Graduate school exploration/preparation

Contact: J. Kramer
Social: Facebook

Institute for Scientific Progress, Innovation, Research, and Edutraining

The Institute for Scientific Progress, Innovation, Research, and Edutraining believes that education is a necessary means for human and economic growth. At InSPIRE, we are a group of scientists, engineers, students, and community leaders that aim to capitalize our resources in science, cutting-edge research and development, and academia to create Edu-training and workforce opportunities for the underserved community, including students and those who serve and protect our country.
Contact: Justin Habana

Meat Science Club

The Meat Science Club enhances educational opportunities for students interested in pursuing careers in the meat and animal science industries. Students participate in competitive events on and off campus to extend their knowledge of the industry. The club also provides a connection between students and various employment and professional development opportunities.
Contact:

Minorities in Agriculture Natural Resources & Related Sciences (MANRRS)

Minorities in Agriculture Natural Resources & Related Sciences (MANRRS) promotes leadership development, enhances academic skills, facilitates networking, and fosters diversity in the food, agricultural, and related sciences.
Advisors: Roxanne Patiño and Diana Rodriguez 
Learn more: Minorities in Agriculture Natural Resources and Related Sciences

Minorities in Animal Sciences

Minorities in Animal Science serves as recognition for underrpresented professionals in Animal Science based careers, and to provie opportunities/support as a community.
Advisor: Sarah Richardson
President: Miriam Rojas-Ortega
Contact: minoritiesinansc@gmail.com
Social: Instagram

Nabor House Fraternity

Nabor House is a small, agricultural fraternity at the University of Illinois. Located on Lincoln Avenue, Nabor House has the shortest walk to the Agricultural, Consumer, and Environmental Sciences (ACES) campus of any fraternity. Nabor House is also the lowest-cost housing option on campus, with a rent of $650 per month that covers utilities, internet, cable, parking, and 16 meals per week. Members value agriculture, cooperative living, Christian values, and recreation. Nabor House has posted a cumulative GPA above 3.0 for 27 consecutive semesters and hosts weekly Bible studies. All Nabors pitch in with the cleaning of the house and preparing meals to keep costs to a minimum while learning valuable life skills in the process.
Advisor: Victor Johnson
President: Robert Holtschlag
Contact: naborhouse@gmail.com
Learn more: Nabor House

National Agri-Marketing Association

The National Agri-Marketing Association (NAMA) provides meaningful opportunities for students to practice their managerial skills and demonstrate their leadership abilities. The organization has regular professional chapter meetings, seminars, and social events. These meetings provide students the opportunity to become highly visible as prospects for employment after graduation.
Contact: Riley Bergmann

Off Road Illini

Off Road Illini is the University of Illinois Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) Mini-Baja Team. The team designs, builds, and races a single-seat off-road car in the SAE collegiate competition series. Off Road Illini provides an excellent source of hands-on knowledge of basic engineering principles, with the reward of the creation of a car by the end of the school year.
Contact: Off Road Illini

Pre-vet Club

The pre-vet club provides resources and opportunities for students interested in veterinary medicine to gain valuable experience. Activities include monthly meetings with lectures related to veterinary medicine, shadowing programs, social activities, and fundraising.
Contact: pvcpresident.uiuc@gmail.com

Red Bison

Red Bison is an organization that supports ecological restoration. It is one of the only restoration-focused student groups in the whole Midwest.
Contact: Lincoln Evans
Learn more: Red Bison

Sigma Alpha

Sigma Alpha is a national organization that was founded in 1978. Since then, nearly 100 chapters have been founded, and more than 20,000 members have been inducted nationwide. Being a professional sorority on campus allows our chapter to not live in a house. However, we meet for weekly events and meetings to practice professionalism and sisterhood. Within Sigma Alpha, we provide everything from leadership and service opportunites for our members to continue developing into the best version of themselves. But most importantly, we developed relationships as sisters in agriculture.
Advisors: Emily Franey & Jennifer Banda
President: Taylor Talbert
Contact: uofisigmaalpha@gmail.com
Social: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter
Learn more: Sigma Alpha | University of Illinois

Student Dietetic Association

The Student Dietetic Association advocates for dietetic students in Food Science and Human Nutrition. They serve students and the local community through the promotion of optimal nutrition, health, and well-being.
Contact: Karly Miller
Social: Facebook

Students for Environmental Concerns

Students for Environmental Concerns is the oldest and largest environmental organization at the University of Illinois, dedicated to environmental activism and justice. SECS seeks to educate students and the community on environmental issues and work toward positive environmental change on local to global scales including advocating for people of color and acknowledgment of their disproportionate environmental burden. SECS will hold weekly meetings in the Channing Murray building (1209 W Oregon St) at 6:30pm every Wednesday unless otherwise noted.
President: Rudy LaFave
Contact: uiuc.secs@gmail.com

Student Leadership Council (SLC)

The Sudent Leadership Council is a group of undergraduate students who work alongside the College of ACES to help with student recruitment and engagement, support advancement and alumni efforts, and serve as ambassadors to promote the name and reputation of the College of ACES.
Advisor: Christopher Stewart
Presidents:  Carmen Trotta & Taylor Talbert

The Wildlife Society

The Wildlife Society promotes wildlife conservation and is open to all students. Organizational goals include providing opportunities to gain experience and knowledge about wildlife biology, conservation, and management, and fostering campus and community awareness of wildlife issues. See the organization's bulletin board in the first-floor west hallway of Turner Hall.
Contact: uiucwildlifesociety@gmail.com
Learn more: The Wildlife Society

UIUC Child Life Association

The UIUC Child Life Association is an organization for students looking to go into the field of Child Life – working with children and their families in hospital settings. The club prepares students for careers by helping them prepare for practicums, internships, and exams. Additionally, the club provides students with the opportunity to travel to different Children's Hospitals for Child Life conferences to become more educated about the field. The club helps out in the community as well, by hosting a Halloween party in the Pediatrics Unit at Carle Hospital, volunteering at the Ronald McDonald House in Chicago, helping the Child Life Specialist at Carle Hospital promote Pediatrics Month and more. We also provide students with the opportunity to volunteer at Crisis Nursery.
Contact: usgbcstudents.uiuc@gmail.com

VermiCulture

vermiCUlture is an environmental organization focused on addressing climate change issues related to food waste management. After winning the World YMCA Climate Action Summit in 2020, this group of YMCA UIUC students founded vermiCUlture. Since 2021, they have been providing free vermicomposting kits to students, faculty, staff, and community members in Champaign, Urbana, and Savoy, Illinois to vermicompost at home, and education materials on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
Contact: Nina Wong
Social: Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn

4H House Cooperative Sorority

The 4-H House goals are to strengthen the bonds of friendship, develop a spirit of unity among its members, promote scholastic interests, maintain an enriching home at a lower cost, and provide social activities.
Advisor: Kourtney Ewerks
President: Jenna Spangler
Contact: 4HHouseinterview@gmail.com
Social: Instagram
Learn more: 4H House