Clubs

Student Dietetics Association members standing at their booth during Carnival of Clubs.The School of Human Environmental Sciences houses a variety of student organizations. Why join a club? A student organization is a great way to get to know other students in your area of study, but also an excellent way to add professional development experiences to your resume and network with professionals in your industry.

HESC Student Organizations

Alpha Epsilon Kappa (AEK) - AEK offers its members the opportunity to acquaint themselves with others within the human development and family science field and to further personal and leadership development. Find the organization on Hogsync and Instagram.

The American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists (AATCC) Student Chapter - The AATCC student chapter is the premier organization of the AMPD program. AATCC is a global resource for quality, innovation, and technical information for the textile, fiber, and soft goods industries. It also provides us access to more than 2,300 individual and corporate members in about 50 countries. Find the organization on Hogsync and Instagram.

Fashion & Apparel Board (FAB-UA) - Open to any student interested in the apparel and textile industry. Activities are designed to inform members of this dynamic industry and to actively engage with the public. Membership provides an excellent opportunity to interact with guest speakers and a chance to work with the community. Find the organization on Hogsync and Instagram.

Phi Upsilon Omicron - Professional honor society for human environmental sciences students. To be eligible for invitation to membership, a student must rank in the upper 35% of the class and be recognized for character and leadership. The the organization on Hogsync .

Professional Convention Management Association - For students interested in the profession of event planning and management. Find the organization on Hogsync and Instagram.

Southern Early Childhood Association - For students interested in the career of early childhood education.

Student Dietetic Association - Open to any student interested in the field of dietetics. Activities are designed to inform members of the field of dietetics and to spread information to the public. Membership provides an excellent opportunity to interact with dietetics professionals and a chance to work with the community. Find the organization on Hogsync  and Instagram.

Walmart Mentoring Circle (WMC) - In partnership with Walmart executives, WMC helps students develop professional and leadership skills and to learn about career opportunities. Members are chosen by a selection committee of Walmart executives based on written applications and grade point averages. Open to sophomore and junior AMPD students with business minors who have an interest in Walmart, the apparel industry and business operations.

Sustainable Fashion Club - The goal of the UARK Sustainable Fashion Club is to bring together students' passion for fashion and the value of sustainability. Members impart knowledge on upcycling, greenwashing, quick and slow fashion, etc. Students will be connected to eco-friendly fashion companies and enterprises through our efforts. We will CREATE a community of kids who share our values—fashion, ecology, and style.