STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
Many student organizations on the UF campus are committed to work/research in Biodiversity. We encourage student organizations to submit information on your organization to UF Biolink at https://ufbiolink.squarespace.com/studentorg-submissions/ so that we may add your organization to our list of student organizations engaging with issues of biodiversity.
FERNh:
Feild, Exploratory, and Recreational Natural History
Contact Information: fernhuf@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1430653560565112/?ref=br_tf
Statement: Our organization focuses on engaging undergraduates in natural history through field trips, interaction with researchers on campus, and creative workshops that help them to better understand the role nature plays in our community and how it works. Typically we focus on particular taxa during our field trips, but are open to any kind of activity which increases awareness of biodiversity.
GREBE
GATORS READY FOR EXCEPTIONAL BIRDING EXPERIENCES
Contact Information: grebeuf@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/GREBEUF/
Statement: GREBE is a university affiliated club that focuses on all things birds. We have bimonthly meetings where we hear from speakers in this field, monthly education outreach events, and monthly bird outings. Our purpose is to learn and teach about avian biodiversity and encourage others to pursue a career or interest in this field. We are a group who share a passion and strive to connect others to this passion to promote an atmosphere of knowledge and fun.
society for conservation biology: Florida Chapter
Contact Information: scbfloridachapter@gmail.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/scbfloridachapter
Instagram: @scbfloridachapter
Website: https://conbio.org
Statement: The SCB is dedicated to advancing the science and practice of conserving Earth's biological diversity. We volunteer with endangered species at several conservation organizations and help deal with Florida's invasive species issues. We have often visited Ashton Biological Preserve, Carson Springs, and Jungle Friends in the past. The purpose of our meetings is to teach and help others gain an appreciation for wildlife. We have numerous guest speakers throughout the semesters at our meetings as well. Our social events are also wildlife related. These usually include hikes through natural areas and a trip to the bat houses on campus, among other activities.
OSAC
(ORGANIC AND SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE CLUB)
Contact Information: osac.uf@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/OSACUF/
Statement: The purpose of the Organic and Sustainable Agriculture Club is to provide education through advocating alternative agricultural practices and methods, demonstrating fundamentals of agroecosystems and sustainable food systems to foster the awareness of social and environmental concerns to the University of Florida students and the local community. One important aspect of sustainable agriculture is enhancing biodiversity within and around a farm to enhance the functions of the ecosystem.