The Darr College of Agriculture sponsors 16 student organizations that focus on professional development, academic excellence and community involvement. Joining one or more of these organizations provides you with leadership and networking opportunities. Make the most of your college years by getting involved within your major and your community!
Agricultural Communicators of Tomorrow is a professional organization that strives to prepare students for the real world through the development of communication skills. We attend professional development conferences to network and create new opportunities to help students obtain practical skills for future internships and jobs.
Faculty Advisors: Katelyn McCoy and Kelsi Opat
The Agronomy Club provides opportunities for you to sharpen leadership, cooperation and communication skills. Club members gain exposure to career opportunities and network with professional who are helpful in the pursuit of an agronomy career.
Faculty Advisors: Michael Burton, Melissa Bledsoe and Will McClain
The Beta Omega Chapter of Alpha Gamma Rho is both a social and professional fraternity bringing future professionals of the food, fiber and natural resources industry together. Membership in Alpha Gamma Rho is restricted to those students who are pursuing an agricultural related major.
Faculty Advisor: Mike Goerndt
The Block and Bridle Club strives to promote the profession of animal science, educate students on livestock production, provide a group for students with common interests and to promote the academic programs of the William H. Darr College of Agriculture.
The Collegiate Farm Bureau Club is designed to build a bridge between agricultural production, business interests, and local, state and national government. The Collegiate Farm Bureau seeks to keep informed of current agriculture issues and trends, while connecting you to the Missouri Farm Bureau and American Farm Bureau.
Faculty Advisor: Jim Bellis and Nichole Busdieker-Jesse
Collegiate FFA is a club for any major on campus who wants to continue their involvement in FFA. Collegiate FFA is an opportunity for students to continue to build leadership and communication skills, participate in service projects and social activities, and recruit prospective students. The Club runs the Missouri State University agriculture booth at State and National FFA Conventions. Members also get an opportunity to work District FFA contests and proctor the National Parliamentary Procedure Contest at the National FFA Convention.
Faculty Advisor: James Hutter
DTA strives to promote and recognize high standards of scholarship, leadership and character among agricultural students.
Faculty Advisor: Nichole Busdieker-Jesse
Faculty Advisor: Michael Goerndt
Horsemen’s Association is an organization for students with a common interest in horses. All horse enthusiasts, regardless of experience level, are welcome. We strive to provide educational, leadership, social and service opportunities for our members.
Faculty Advisor: Natalie Mook
Faculty Advisors: Clydette Alsup-Egbers, Melissa Bledsoe and Will McClain
Faculty Advisors: Mike Klem, and Beth Walker
Faculty Advisors: Will McClain
The Pre-Veterinary Club promotes interest in the field of veterinary medicine and assists you in gaining admission to the veterinary school of your choice. Through this club, you will stay informed on animal science issues, interact with fellow students and network with faculty, who help you achieve your educational goals.
Faculty Advisor: Lacy Sukovaty
Faculty Advisor: Gary Webb and Will Boyer
The Alpha Xi Chapter of Sigma Alpha Professional Agricultural Sorority promotes the development of excellence in women in agriculture and strengthens friendship among them. Members strive for scholarship, leadership, fellowship and service. Sorority members plan professional, philanthropy, social and sisterhood events.
Faculty Advisors: Katelyn McCoy and Christi Sudbrock
The Wildlife Society of Missouri State prepares you for careers in wildlife biology, conservation and management; encourages professionalism and high standards for scholarship; and provides opportunities for improved communication among local members, other student chapter members and the Wildlife Society.
Faculty Advisor: Michael Burton and Lynn Robbins