Graduate student clubs, organizations & societies

Graduate student clubs and organizations provide a great opportunity to meet new people, learn about new cultures, expand your interests and hobbies, and make an impact on our campus. Recognized clubs and organizations are eligible to apply for event funding from the Graduate Student Association Council. If you don't see the type of club you're looking for, consider starting a new club!

  • Ecology, Evolution & Conservation Biology Graduate Student Outreach Club

    The EECB Outreach Club is dedicated to fostering interactions between the graduate program in Ecology, Evolution, and Conservation Biology and the University of Nevada, Reno and surrounding communities with the goal of expanding scientific knowledge.

  • Graduate Women in Science

    The purpose of this organization is to provide a support platform for graduate students in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM), primarily serving women graduate students in STEM, at the University of Nevada, Reno via networking and bringing together members having similar interests in professional and personal growth. 

  • Herpetological Society

    The mission of the UNR Herpetological Society is to engage students in herpetological-related learning opportunities with local experts, relevant research articles, and exciting hands-on experiences. In addition, we strive to break stereotypes about reptiles and amphibians and reach students and community members who may dislike reptiles out of fear or ignorance.

  • Restoration Ecology Club

    The University of Nevada Reno Restoration Ecology Club is one of SER’s newest student associations. The group was approved in November 2021 and has been actively organizing activities and growing in membership. They are actively seeking restoration practitioners to share their knowledge or experiences with the club and they're actively looking for more volunteer opportunities in Northern Nevada.

  • CABNR Graduate Club

    This club was founded with a view towards fostering an esprit de corps and well-being among CABNR graduate students.

  • Society for the Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans in Science (GRAD)

    SACNAS is an inclusive organization dedicated to fostering the success of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans, from college students to professionals, in attaining advanced degrees, careers, and positions of leadership in STEM.

    You can watch a video about SACNAS to learn more about the member experience!