Interested in starting a conservation or environmental club at your school?

Soil and Water Conservation Society student chapters provide members with opportunities to start important conversations and make an impact on local conservation challenges on your campus. Joining or starting a student chapter is easy and leads to resume-building skills, leadership development, and connections that will support your career!

Are you already a member of a club on your campus that aligns with SWCS’s goals? We now have an official affiliation program, so you can benefit from SWCS opportunities while maintaining your current organization!

2023-2024 SWCS Student Chapter and Affiliate Organization Guide 

By affiliating your student group, chapter, or club with SWCS, you're stepping into a realm of opportunities that extend far beyond your campus borders. 

Use this guide to 

  • Structure your organization’s year 
  • Connect you to resources to help your organization be successful
  • Take advantage of SWCS opportunities and support

To assist you with creating and managing a student group, review the student governance and event planning resources. 

Student Governance Resources

Student Event Planning Resources

View the virtual training “Starting an SWCS Student Chapter" to learn more about the guide and the program for the 2023-2024 school year.