The CMU Department of Biology supports student honor societies, service clubs and chapters of professional societies. These opportunities enable you to become acquainted with professions and network with peers, faculty and professionals working in your field of interest.

Beta Beta Beta (National Biology Honor Society)

The CMU Theta Zeta Chapter of Beta Beta Beta is a society for biology students dedicated to improving the understanding and appreciation of biological study and extending boundaries of human knowledge through scientific research.

The club meets every other Sunday at 7:00 PM in Brooks Hall 201.

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For more information, please contact the club via e-mail at tribeta@cmich.edu or through our faculty advisor:

Jennifer Schisa
Brooks Hall 193
989-774-2203
schis1j@cmich.edu

Chippewa Valley Audubon Club
(Mt Pleasant, Michigan Chapter of the National Audubon Society)

The Chippewa Valley Audubon Club is a chapter of the Michigan Audubon Society and is affiliated with the National Audubon Society. We were established in 1951 to promote the appreciation of nature and the responsible use of our natural resources. Membership is open to anyone, of any age, who enjoys the natural world and who would enjoy the fellowship of others of the same concerns and interests.

The club meets on the second Wednesday of the month from 7:00-9:00 PM at Veterans Memorial Library, 301 S. University in Mount Pleasant. All meetings and outings are open to the public.

• Chippewa Valley Audubon Club

For more information, please contact the club via e-mail at info@cvac.org.

Fisheries Club

The Fisheries Club provides fisheries-related experience to students of all majors, helps to establish professional contacts, better prepares future professionals, and fosters campus and community awareness of fisheries-related issues and research projects.

The club meets the first Tuesday of the month at 6:00 PM in Brooks Hall 148 to discuss current issues in fisheries and aquatic ecology. Activities include workshops, lectures, presentations for local schools and field trips.

For more information, please contact our faculty advisor:

Dr. Tracy Galarowicz
Brooks Hall 184
989-774-1336
galar1tl@cmich.edu

Herpetological Society at CMU (Herp-Soc)

The Herpetological Society at CMU is a student-run organization specializing in reptiles and amphibians.

The club meets every Monday at 5:00 PM in Dow Science Complex 170.

For more information, please contact the club via e-mail at herp-soc@cmich.edu or through our faculty advisor:

Dr. Kirsten Nicholson
Brooks Hall 217
989-774-3758
kirsten.nicholson@cmich.edu

Microscopy Student Association

The Microscopy Student Association meets intermittently throughout the semester to discuss career paths, hear from professionals in the microscopy field, and to work together to develop social and professional relationships. The association discusses student research, hosts seminars, and promotes collaborative work efforts between individuals with the same interests.

The club meets one Wednesday per month at 7:30 PM. Check the bulletin board by the Microbiology Lab for dates.

For more information, please contact the club via e-mail at microscopy_cmu@yahoo.com or through our faculty advisor:

Dr. Joanne Dannenhoffer
Brooks Hall 161
989-774-2509
joanne.m.dannenhoffer@cmich.edu

Pre-Dental Society

The CMU Pre-Dental Society assists students who are interested in the profession of dentistry.

The club meets on Wednesdays at 8:00 PM in Dow Science Complex 179.

For more information, please contact our faculty advisor:

Dr. Jonathan Kelty
Brooks Hall 192
(989) 774-1382
kelty1jd@cmich.edu

Pre-Medicine and Osteopathic Society

The Pre-Medicine and Osteopathic Society enables students interested in the medical field to learn about the different areas of medicine. Activities include guest speakers, tours of various medical schools, volunteer, fundraising, and social activities.

The club meets alternating Tuesdays at 7:00 PM in Brooks Hall 176.

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For more information, please contact the club via e-mail at medical@cmich.edu or through our faculty advisor:

Dr. Fred McCorkle
Brooks Hall 114
989-774-3348
fred.mccorkle@cmich.edu

Pre-Optometry Club

The CMU Pre-Optometry club is a group of students who all share the same ultimate goal of attending optometry school. The club discusses various things such as the optometry admissions test (OAT), volunteer opportunities, and touring local offices and nearby optometry schools.

The club meets every other Thursday at 7:00 p.m.

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For more information, please contact our faculty advisor:

Dr. Stanley Hirschi
Dow Science Complex 221
(989) 774-3329
stanley.hirschi@cmich.edu

Pre-Physical Therapy Club

The Pre-Physical Therapy Club is dedicated to informing and bringing together students interested in the field of Physical Therapy. Students range in ages, grades, and majors. Meetings provide insight to the graduate school application process, specialties in the field of physical therapy, assistance with undergrad major decisions and course work, along with interactions with physical therapists and graduate school faculty. Events are held during each semester, including socials, fund-raisers, and volunteer events.

The club meets every other Tuesday at 7:30 PM in Pearce Hall 135. Dues are $20 per year.

For more information, please contact the club via e-mail at preptcmu@gmail.com or through our faculty advisor:

Dr. Herman Triezenberg
Health Professions 1232
(989) 774-3899
herman.l.triezenberg@cmich.edu

Pre-Veterinary Club

The Pre-Veterinary Club prepares students for a future in veterinary medicine and provides opportunities to learn more about the profession.

The club meets on Sundays at 8:00 PM.

For more information, please contact the club via e-mail at prevet_central@hotmail.com or through our faculty advisors:

Sierra Club – Michigan Chapter/Local Group

The Michigan Chapter of the Sierra Club is the statewide voice for the nation's oldest, largest and most influential grassroots environmental organization. For 40 years, the Michigan Chapter has organized the bold action of citizens working together to protect and restore our Great Lakes State’s health and heritage.

Sierra Club groups are run by local volunteers who host educational programs, outings, political and conservation activities, and general meetings. Group activities are tied to current environmental issues important to the community and family health. Sierra Club outings and group programs are open to the public.

• Sierra Club – Michigan Chapter

For more information about the Sierra Club group in the Mount Pleasant, Michigan area, please contact:

Joel Welty
989-561-5037
jwelty@power-net.net

Student Association for Microbiology

The Student Association for Microbiology was formed as a way for microbiology students in the biology department at CMU to get to know one another better and promote communication among the microbiology students. The goals of the Student Association for Microbiology (SAM) are to promote research and education for undergraduates and graduates in microbiology-related fields at CMU.

The club meets biweekly on Thursdays in Brooks Hall 222.

For more information, please contact the club via e-mail at microclub@hotmail.com or through our faculty advisors:

The CMU Student Chapter of The Wildlife Society (TWS)

The Central Michigan University Student Chapter of The Wildlife Society focuses on preparing our members for their future careers in biology, specifically wildlife. We do a variety of activities and volunteering throughout the year including volunteering at The Wildlife Recovery Association, wolf howling in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, attending the annual Midwest Student Conclave, and more.

For more information, please contact the club via e-mail at cmu_tws@cmich.edu or through our faculty advisor:

Dr. Thomas Gehring
Brooks Hall 181
989-774-2484
tom.gehring@cmich.edu