Student Clubs & Organizations
Get involved. Get connected.
Working hard in classes and getting good grades is, of course, priority #1 while in college.
However, the very best college experience includes more than what happens in your required coursework. Opportunities to develop leadership skills, gain professional work experience, benefit from mentoring, develop lifelong friendships and a network of colleagues, and many other professional skills are available to you through participation in student life activities.
Studies consistently show that students who participate in these additional activities achieve higher academic grades and enjoy their college experience much more.
It’s easy to get involved ─ just ask a professor if you don’t know where to start.
College-Wide Clubs
These clubs are open to students from any major within the Huntley College of Agriculture.
Ag Council is the umbrella organization for all the student clubs and organizations within the Huntley College of Agriculture.
As the student government for the college, Ag Council has its own team of officers and meets every Tuesday at noon. It is the central funding link between ASI (Associated Students Incorporated) and the College of Agriculture clubs. Each student club has two representatives on the council.
Ag Council sponsors many college-wide activities and events such as the Fall Leadership Luncheon, the Club Fair & Ice Cream Social, and Pizza with the Dean, and Spring Fling. It also participates in the planning of the annual Pumpkin Festival.
General Meetings: Every other Tuesday at noon in Building 2, Room 218. The meetings are open to all Huntley College students.
The Huntley Ambassador Program is a unique leadership opportunity offered to students in the Huntley College. Huntley Ambassadors are involved in outreach, recruitment, and public relations activities for the college and its programs. Those students selected to serve will gain valuable experience working with a team of students, interacting with the public, and developing leadership and career skills.
Huntley Ambassadors:
- are involved with a wide variety of activities, including, but not limited to, school visits, college fairs, telecounseling, college tours, FFA events, retreats, College of Agriculture and university events, and industry conferences.
- have the opportunity to interact and network with faculty, staff, students, parents, teachers, counselors, alumni, and industry partners.
- conduct presentations, workshops, tele-counseling, information booths, and college tours.
The Huntley Ambassadors are a chartered organization with the university and elect an officer team; participate in the College of Agriculture's student government (Ag Council), and conduct fundraising activities.
Students wishing to be a Huntley Ambassador must go through a selection process. Applications are accepted in February each year. Applicants then participate in a selection workshop and an individual interview in February. Huntley Ambassadors are announced in April, and training is in August. Huntley Ambassadors serve a one-year term from summer through the following spring.
The Peer Advisor program is a unique leadership experience for students in the Huntley College of Agriculture. The primary duty of a Peer Advisor is to be a resource for incoming new students, both freshmen and transfer students. This is accomplished by serving as a teaching assistant in the freshmen/transfer first-year experience (FYE) classes, conducting Transfer Roundtables, and holding office hours in the Student Success Center. Peer Advisors gain valuable experience working in a team environment, interacting with students and faculty, and developing leadership and career skills. In addition, Peer Advisors participate in a variety of other college and university activities, including orientation, Bronco Fusion, Club Fair & Ice Cream Social, Pumpkin Festival, and Open House. The Ag Peer Advisors also publish The Aggie, the College of Agriculture’s student handbook and planner. The Peer Advisors are a chartered organization with the university. They elect an officer team, participate in the College of Agriculture's student government, Ag Council, and conduct fundraising activities. Students interested in becoming a Peer Advisor must participate in the annual selection process. Applications are accepted in January each year. Qualified applicants then participate in a selection workshop and an individual interview in February. Peer Advisors are announced in April, and training is in August. Ag Peer Advisors serve a one-year term beginning from summer through the following spring.
The Horsemanship Club provides Cal Poly Pomona students with the opportunity to socialize with other students of all majors who share the same interest in equestrian activities.
The Horsemanship Club helps to represent the W.K. Kellogg Arabian Horse Center through their participation in the Sunday Horse Shows held every first Sunday of the month from October to May.
During these exhibition shows, the team performs in Western, English, saddle seat, and other types of riding that demonstrate the versatility of the Arabian breed.
We also promote the advancement of good horsemanship and team spirit. No riding or horse experience is required.
Please contact CPPHorsemanshipClub@gmail.com to be added to our email list.
Meetings: Every other Thursday at U-Hour.
Horsemanship Club Instagram Account
The Cal Poly Pomona Horse Show Team is a member of the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA).
The team competes in intercollegiate horse shows hosted by various colleges in California, Nevada, and Arizona.
Student-owned horses compete in West Coast Intercollegiate Horse Show Association riding events such as Western-Pleasure, English-Pleasure, Equitation, Jumping, and Trail Classes.
The Cal Poly Pomona team also competes in IHSA events where they show horses owned by the host colleges.
Meetings: Every Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
The Livestock Show Team provides the opportunity for any student to gain hands-on animal experience working with numerous livestock species.
Whether you were raised on the farm or have never seen a farm animal in person, let alone touched one, the Livestock Show Team welcomes you. Members from all majors benefit from working with livestock through the club. Animal science pre-vet majors can count time spent working with the livestock as animal experience hours for vet school applications, and agricultural education majors can get experience raising market animals like their future students will be teaching.
Members can choose to work with either sheep or swine. Once animals are assigned, the students are responsible for preparing them for competitions held throughout California and out of state as well. Along with animal experience and fun events, the club also offers the chance to meet students with similar interests and make long-lasting friends.
Meetings are held throughout the semester. The exact dates can be found in the club display case located on the first floor of Building 2. Our display case will also contain information regarding upcoming competitions and the club’s fundraising activities.
The SoCal Farm to Table (SFT) Ambassadors is an urban agriculture leadership program for students at Cal Poly Pomona.
All majors are welcome! The program is funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture National Institute of Food and Agriculture (Grant 2020-38422-32241). It helps develop future leaders in urban and community agriculture, especially related to food safety and direct marketing.
SFT Ambassadors are selected each semester to lead collaborative projects and experiential learning opportunities with community partners ─ students collaborate with farmers market managers, chefs, government agencies, and urban farmers.
SoCal Farm to Table (SFT) Ambassadors are selected each semester and during the summer. Ambassadors will receive a $1,800 stipend for completing the program, which includes
- Creating collaborative projects, experiential learning opportunities, and events with community partners
- Recruiting CPP students to participate in the projects, learning opportunities, and events
- Recruiting students to the Urban and Community Agriculture Minor and classes
- Completing a one-unit leadership development class (PLT 3630)
- Attending a Food Safety Modernization Act workshop
- Volunteering 180 hours over the semester
Applications are typically accepted at the beginning of each semester and summer.
Clubs by Department
These clubs are associated with specific majors within the Huntley College.
The Agribusiness Management Club was created to support students pursuing their agribusiness degree.
The club helps students to gain knowledge of the industry as well as to better prepare themselves for careers after graduation. Members get the opportunity to:
- meet new people and gain contacts within the food and agribusiness industries through guest speakers and field trips throughout California
- develop leadership skills
- participate in internships
- participate in the annual Cal Poly Pomona Pumpkin Festival
- and improve their relationships with their professors and classmates.
In addition to the educational activities mentioned above, the club attends various trade shows throughout the year, has an end-of-the-year banquet, and holds club socials, among other activities.
Food is often provided at the majority of these meetings, allowing students to eat lunch and learn about the club through the multiple workshops that the club hosts, as well as learn about the college in general through Agriculture Council Updates.
Agribusiness students have the awesome opportunity to be sponsored by the Produce Marketing Association Education Foundation to attend the Produce Marketing Association Show in Anaheim, California. Students will have direct interaction and mentoring from various PMA members who are leaders in their industries.
Meetings: Every other Thursday at noon in Building 2, Room 201.
Contact the Agribusiness Management Club
AHSTA is a club for those in the animal health science major, but we welcome all majors with an interest in animal health and welfare.
The club serves as a forum for discussion and information about the major and potential career opportunities. We also strive to promote the role of the veterinary technician in clinical practice, laboratory animal care, management, sales, etc.
We are active in events sponsored by the Huntley College of Agriculture, and we offer great leadership opportunities.
We are also a student chapter of the North American Veterinary Technician Association, and we sponsor members to attend the annual Western States Veterinary Conference in Las Vegas. We also do behind-the-scenes tours of and trips to various educational facilities.
Meetings: Thursdays from noon to 1 p.m.
The Pre-Veterinary Club was founded in 1971 and is an active member of the American Pre-Veterinary Medical Association (APVMA). It is currently the largest club in the Department of Animal and Veterinary Science. As of 2022-23, there were approximately 330 active members who participated in the various club activities held during the year. The activities of the club are primarily geared towards exposing the students to the various aspects and options available to them within the field of veterinary medicine. Members are kept busy during the year with numerous club activities, including fundraising and participating in many other socially entertaining events. Our main event every year is a trip to the National Pre-Vet Symposium, which is held at a different veterinary school each year. This past year, it was hosted by Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in Louisville, Ky. Some of the schools we've visited in the past include Kansas State University, Purdue University, Mississippi State University, North Carolina State University, and the University of Florida. Some of our meetings include guest speakers such as practicing veterinarians, representatives of different veterinary schools, and professors from within our department. Our club holds educational labs on topics such as suture techniques. During the spring semester, we invite students who have been accepted to vet school to speak and answer questions about their journey to being accepted. We hold social events like movie and game nights. We have taken educational field trips, including visiting the UC Davis Veterinary School and the Western Veterinary Conference. The Pre-Veterinary Club also communicates with different organizations, like Batista Dairy Farm, Cal Poly Pomona Pumpkin Fest, and Heal the Bay to provide volunteer opportunities for students. The Pre-Vet Club always welcomes new members and encourages participation in all activities sponsored by the Department of Animal and Veterinary Science. The club meets every other Thursday throughout the school year. Meetings: Every other Thursday at U-Hour in Building 2, Room 112
The Apparel Merchandising & Management Association (AMMA) is the club run by AMM students. The club organizes social and professional activities throughout the academic year.
Our club has been active since approximately 1998. We are here to provide a networking opportunity for our students with alumni and industry professionals. As a club in the Huntley College of Agriculture, we assist with Ag Council activities such as the Pumpkin Festival and college beautification projects, as well as various activities.
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Meetings: At least one Thursday monthly at noon in Building 45, Room 102. Meeting information will be updated through the club's Instagram account.
The AATCC SoCal Broncos Club was established in 2015 as a student chapter of the industry professional association American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists (AATCC).
The club works to provide networking opportunities for students with industry professionals, while also providing opportunities to help other Cal Poly Pomona students advance their careers. They believe that knowledge is power, and the additional experiences gained through participating in club activities make AMM graduates more valuable to employers.
Meetings: Every other Thursday, from noon to 1 p.m., Building 45, Room 102.
Fashion Society was founded by Cal Poly Pomona apparel merchandising and management students who wanted to create a fashion hub for students of all majors.
The club was founded as an outlet for individuals who have a passion for fashion. The club is open to all students who have an interest in fashion and/or would like to gain more knowledge of the fashion industry.
Meetings: Tuesdays, noon to 1 p.m., Building 6, Room 111.
The Food Science Society (FSS), formerly named the Society of Food Scientists, was established in 2003.
The student organization promotes and informs students in all food science-related areas of available resources. FSS is a student chapter of the Institute of Food Technologists Student Association (IFTSA), which gives students professional development through networking opportunities, training, competitions, scholarships, and awards.
Events
During the year, FSS holds various events such as fundraisers, dinners, and banquets. FSS also invites guest speakers from industry to share experiences in their particular field with the club. We greatly encourage students to also get involved with SCIFTS (Southern California Institute of Food Technologists) because it is a great opportunity to network with industry people to better understand what food science is all about!
What is Food Science and Technology?
Food science is the discipline in which biology, physical sciences, and engineering are used to study the nature of foods, the causes of their deterioration, and the principles underlying food processing.
Food technology is the application of food science to the selection, preservation, processing, packaging, distribution, and use of safe, nutritious, and wholesome food.
A food scientist studies the physical, microbiological, and chemical makeup of food. Depending on their area of specialization, food scientists may develop ways to process, preserve, package, or store food, according to industry and government specifications and regulations. Consumers seldom think of the vast array of foods and the research and development that have resulted in the means to deliver tasty, nutritious, safe, and convenient foods. (IFT, 2006)
Food Science and Technology at Cal Poly Pomona
The food science and technology major at Cal Poly Pomona consists of four tracks that suit the various student interests: business, Culinology, pre-professional, and science and technology. Cal Poly Pomona is one of the few schools in the nation that has an accredited program for Culinology. For more information, please visit our food science and technology program page.
The mission of the Phi Tau Sigma Honor Society is to raise the stature and recognize scholarly achievements of the Food Science & Technology profession.
FN Forum's mission is to provide an environment for socialization, guidance, education, networking, and growth about food and nutrition for all current students in the Department of Nutrition & Food Science.
Phi Upsilon Omicron is a national honor society in family and consumer sciences.
We have more than 88,000 members across the United States, and over 100 in the Beta Psi Chapter. We are a community-service-based honor society, meaning our chapter, the Beta Psi Chapter, is and has been very involved with the community in the past.
In the past, we have done several projects with LA Food Bank, Steven's Hope for Children, Foothill Family Shelter, Seeds of Hope, House of Ruth, and the San Felipe Migrant Workers.
Phi U also serves the Cal Poly Pomona campus by working closely with several other campus clubs and organizations, such as the FN Forum and the Food Science Society. We participate in campus-wide events such as the Cal Poly Pomona Pumpkin Fest.
Phi Upsilon Omicron strives for excellence in school and in the community. We welcome those who have the same outlook on life.
Meetings: Biweekly on Thursdays at U-Hour in Building 2, Room 214.
Contact the Phi Upsilon Omicron
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The Turf Club's mission is severalfold: The club has strong turf industry connections and participates in several activities during the year, each unique in functionality and form. The objective of participation and organizing events is to provide opportunities to its members, such as professional growth and development through national conferences. The club establishes relationships with the local community and raises funds at the annual Cal Poly Pumpkin Festival. The club's participation in events such as the Landscape, Turf and Equipment Expo, Sports Turf Managers Association (STMA), and Golf Industry Show strengthens its relations with the sports, urban/landscape and golf industry. Historically, the Turf Club has performed well at the annual National Collegiate Turf Bowl Competition, GIS.
The Los Robles Horticulture Club was originally founded in 1940 for Cal Poly Pomona students interested in the art of gardening. This makes the Los Robles Horticulture Club one of the oldest clubs on campus with a long and proud tradition in horticulture.
The club is open to students of all majors in all colleges, and we welcome anyone with our common interest to join us in membership. Our membership benefits include field trips to various gardens and other horticulturally oriented facilities such as Lotusland, the Huntington Library, and Corona Clipper.
Our activities and benefits include:
- Sponsoring competitive teams to national horticultural events
- Guest speakers from the horticultural industry
- Various fundraising events to support our club and the College of Agriculture
- Installing and maintaining displays in local garden and trade shows
- Subsidizing ticket prices to various banquets, trips, and events
- Maintaining a connection with the American Society for Horticultural Science and the National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP)
- Providing access to trade shows and job fairs
- Providing a wonderful way to meet fellow students and to support something that we all believe in, the art of gardening
Please see our bulletin board in Building 2 near Room 201 for more information on meetings and upcoming events.
