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Clubs and Organizations

Get involved in Earth and Planetary Sciences clubs and events

Earth and Planetary Sciences is the home department for the Geology and Marine and Coastal Science undergraduate majors and offers Masters and Doctoral degrees in earth and planetary sciences. Our student clubs and organizations provide both professional and social opportunities for EPS students and the campus community.

All students are encouraged to attend Wednesday Seminars, Friday Lunch Talks, and any other department events that build community and share information. 

Geology Club at UC Davis

Our mission. The Geology Club at UC Davis unites students who are passionate for the geosciences. The Geology Club spreads awareness of the critical role geology plays in our society through firsthand education and exploration of California's diverse and beautiful geological environment with regular events and trips. 

Officers. 2024-2025

  • Co-President: Darva Ryba
  • Co-President: Elias Kai Yepishin
  • Treasurer: Oscar Valero
  • Secretary: Gabriel Nuño
  • Event Coordinator: Hallie Spargo
  • Outreach Coordinator: Sonia Somasundaram
  • Social Communications Director: Erin Aniya

Faculty Sponsor. Dawn Sumner
Contact. geologyclubucd "at" gmail.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geologyclubucd
Links: https://linktr.ee/geologyclubatucdavis

Association for Women Geoscientists (AWG) Student Chapter at UC Davis

Our mission. From the National Chapter: "The Association for Women Geoscientists is an international organization devoted to enhancing the quality and level of participation of women in geosciences and to introduce girls and young women to geoscience careers."

Club membership. The AWG at UC Davis Student Chapter, is open to anyone who supports women in science (students, faculty, staff, etc), but our programming targets mainly undergraduate and graduate students.

Activities. Currently, our activities ranges from speaker panels, writing retreats and tutoring, a mentorship program, seminars, informal outreach talks and fundraisers. We are working on developing subject-based programming with a field component.

Officers. 2024-2025

  • President: Qianyi Lu
  • Vice President: Sierra Rack
  • Treasurer: Chris Mulligan
  • Editor: Evelyn Usher
  • Communications Coordinator: Liyu Mekonnen

Faculty Sponsor. TBD
Contact. awgucd_admin "at" ucdavis.edu

American Institute of Professional Geologists (AIPG) Student Chapter at UC Davis

Our mission. from the National Organization Website

  • advance the geological sciences and the profession of geology;
  • establish qualifications for professional geologists;
  • certify the qualifications of specific individual Member geologists to the public;
  • promote high standards of ethical conduct among its Members and Adjuncts, and within the profession of geology; and
  • represent, and advocate for, the geological profession before government and the general public.

Club membership. Admittance is guaranteed to anyone interested in advancing their professional geoscience skills. A majority of our members are geology undergraduates, but we appreciate diversity of all kinds, including subject and career status! 

Activities. We like to do a variety of speaker events, field trips, networking events, and career skill workshops, and enjoy collaboration with other campus clubs.

Officers. 2023-2024

  • President: Mikayla Deigan

Faculty Sponsor. Nicolas Pinter
Contact. ucdaipgpres "at" gmail.com

Marine Science Club at UC Davis

Our mission. The Marine Science Club connects individuals who are passionate about marine science. The Marine Science Club aims to raise awareness and foster interest in marine science through interactive events, socials, and seminars.

Officers. 2024-2025

  • Co-President: Chrisi Alfonzo
  • Co-President: Lily Tweed
  • Secretary: Ava Lunenborg
  • Community Outreach Coordinator: Serena Bhalla
  • Tresurer: Meredith Crothall
  • Social Media and Photographer: Crysanna Maciel

Faculty Sponsor. TBD 
Contact. marinescidavis “at” gmail.com

Davis Scuba Club

The Davis Scuba Club is a student operated organization stationed at the University of California, Davis. The club aims to promote interest and education relating to scuba diving, marine ecology and biology, and ocean conservation, and environmental awareness.

Vet Aide Club at UC Davis

Join the Vet Aide Club to learn about animal care and join internships at the UC Davis Veterinary Medicine Teaching Hospital. This is a great way to prepare for a career in veterinary medicine!