Student Organizations
Varied extra curricular programs are available to students majoring in agricultural and biosystems engineering. One professional student organization is the North Dakota Student Engineering Branch of the Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) - the society for engineering in agriultural, food and biological systems. The honrary societies are Alpha Epsilon, Tau Beta Pi, and Phi Kappa Phi. Members of the Student Engineering Branch of ASABE take an active part in the annual Agricultural Technology Exposition, interact with speakers, go on field trips, participate in departmental picnics, compete in the annual AEM Report national competition, compete in the international 1/4-scale tractor pull and design competition, and ar involved in public service and social activities.
Becoming an active member in Professional/Honorary organizations has many benefits. These will be realized as you select the first postgraduate position and maintain completence and professional identity throughout your career. Individuals are urged to become active in student organizations.
- Student Engineering Branch of ASABE
- Agricultural Systems Management Club
- Alpha Epsilon
- 1/4-Scale Tractor "Bison Pullers"
- National AEM Trophy Competition
- Annual Agricultural Technology Exposition
- Lawnmower/Snow Blower Clinic
- Homecoming
- Saddle and Sirloin
- Rodeo Club
- Tractor Restoration
- Student Internships with Industry/Cooperative Education
Each year students from the ASM Club and the Student Engineering Branch of ASABE work together to hold an annual Department spring picnic for the students, faculty staff, and families. This is an opportunity to have some fun and good food. It is also a time to recognize graduating seniors and wish them well in their new careers.
