Student Organizations
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Bobcat Stream Team (BST)
Bobcat Stream Team is an interdisciplinary student organization that aims to promote environmental stewardship through outreach and water quality monitoring. We are affiliated with the Texas Stream Team.
BST Officers
Delaney Hankins
President
Aryssa Camenisch
Training Assistant
John Cox
Vice-President
Sarah-Grace Williams
Secretary/Treasurer
Felix Menke
Outreach and Communications Officer
Events
Mission and Goals
Bobcat Stream Team (BST) is an interdisciplinary, registered student organization at Texas State University, founded in August 2016. We offer training in water quality monitoring to help protect and maintain the health of Texas waterways, including those in the Texas State University and San Marcos community.
BST works to advance student interest in watershed awareness by educational outreach about the importance of water resource protection, provide students with hands-on professional experience that may further their future careers, and help students build necessary professional skills such as organization, leadership, teamwork and communication. Please contact BobcatStreamTeam@txstate.edu for any questions about BST!
Dr. Jason Julian
Aspen Navarro
Environmental Conservation Organization
ECO was formally known as the National Association of Environmental Professionals (NAEP). NAEP was the group that was the key proponent of installing the environmental service fee ($1 per semester out of tuition toward environmental projects) in 2003.
ECO strives to carry on this legacy by coordinating with the ESC through our organization and providing the resources for our members to make proposals of their own or with the group.
Eco Officers
Kylie Burke
President
Haley Pousson
Vice President
Alec Dives
Treasurer
Ella Smith
Secretary
Jackson Pickett
Public Relations
Lucy Stephens
Outreach Coordinator
Nathan Weir
Service Event Planner
Sarah Roberts
Social Event Planner
Luke Cameron
Sustainability Researcher
Soledad Favela
Education Coordinator
Events
Mission and Goals
The Environmental Conservation Organization, or ECO, is a diverse group of students who all share a common appreciation for the environment. Through our intentions and our actions we encourage progress and growth towards a global sustainable future.
Our mission is to promote sustainability in all forms and to focus on minimizing local and environmental degradation to the best of our ability through education, activism, and community service. We want ECO’s presence in San Marcos to bring about positive changes that aim to protect and preserve our natural environment."
We seek to facilitate environmental awareness among Texas State Students through outreach, field trips, and guest speakers from environmentally focused fields. We also offer various service opportunities to provide a large range of fun and hands-on ways to get into the local community and make a difference. Past service events include: Past service events include Adopt-a-Spot, Kayak river clean ups, Rasmey's Gardening, Bobcat Build, Great Texas River Clean up, Earth Day, and many more!
Dr. Kimberly Meitzen
Gamma Theta Upsilon
Gamma Theta Upsilon (GTU) is an international honor society in geography. Gamma Theta Upsilon was founded in 1928 and became a national organization in 1931. GTU works with local conservation groups, hosts geography professionals as speakers, and attends related conferences. Members of GTU have met academic requirements and share a background and interest in geography.
ECO strives to carry on this legacy by coordinating with the ESC through our organization and providing the resources for our members to make proposals of their own or with the group.
GTU Officers
Hugo Sifuentes: President
Zoe Ontko: Vice President
Megan Flannery: Secretary (email: meganflannery@txstate.edu)
Groupme Link: https://web.groupme.com/join_group/99507155/VTYAJu4d
Mission and Goals
Kappa Upsilon chapter's members are committed to excellence in academics and service for their university and community.
GTU is a student organization of undergraduate and graduate students in the Department of Geography. GTU was developed:
- To further professional interest in geography by affording a common organization for those interested in the field
- To strengthen student and professional training through academic experiences in addition to those of the classroom
- To advance the status of Geography as a cultural and practical discipline for study and investigation
- To encourage student research of high quality, and to promote an outlet for publication
- To create and administer funds for furthering graduate study and/or research in the field of Geography
Membership Eligibility:
Minimum of 3 geography courses completed
Cumulative GPA pf 3.3
Completed at least 3 semesters of coursework
Pay dues (one-time fee of $50)
Dr. Samantha Krause
Texas State Geology Club
The Geology Club is a student-led organization at Texas State University within the Department of Geography & Environmental Studies.
ECO strives to carry on this legacy by coordinating with the ESC through our organization and providing the resources for our members to make proposals of their own or with the group.
Geology Club Officers
Alan Martinez
President
Email | aem242@txstate.edu
Joss Kenney
Vice President
Email | j_k342@txstate.edu
Delaney Lestourgeon
Treasurer
Email | drl131@txstate.edu
Sierra Starns
Vice President
Email | aqj8@txstate.edu
Events
Come by and meet the Geology Club at 5 PM every other Wednesday in ELA 156 starting September 18th and follow @txstgeologyclub on Instagram for the latest club updates! Any questions? Send an email to geologyclub@txstate.edu or reach out to any of the officers for more information.
Mission and Goals
Kappa Upsilon chapter's members are committed to excellence in academics and service for their university and community.
GTU is a student organization of undergraduate and graduate students in the Department of Geography. GTU was developed:
- To further professional interest in geography by affording a common organization for those interested in the field
- To strengthen student and professional training through academic experiences in addition to those of the classroom
- To advance the status of Geography as a cultural and practical discipline for study and investigation
- To encourage student research of high quality, and to promote an outlet for publication
- To create and administer funds for furthering graduate study and/or research in the field of Geography
Membership Eligibility:
Minimum of 3 geography courses completed
Cumulative GPA pf 3.3
Completed at least 3 semesters of coursework
Pay dues (one-time fee of $50)
Faculty Advisors
Dr. Shelly Wernette
Dr. Brandon Radoman-Shaw
Graduate Student Forum
The Graduate Student Forum is a group for all master's and Ph.D. students in the Department of Geography and Environmental Studies at Texas State University. It's a social group and an open forum to meet others, exchange ideas and research topics, get advice on navigating grad school, organize outings, and keep each other (relatively) sane through the degree process.
GSF Officers
Keenon Lindsey
Ph.D. Co-President Email | twi5@txstate.edu
Heather Swienton
PhD Faculty Representative Email | has41@txstate.edu
Grayson Wylie
GeoCat Blog Editor Email | nqe1@txstate.edu
Fahmina Ibrahim
Community Organizer
Email | fpk12@txstate.edu
Kaya Johnson
Master's Co-President Email | kaj159@txstate.edu
Julie Brooks
Masters Faculty Representative
Email | jb2245@txstate.edu
Bren Vander Weil
Community Organizer Email | pib11@txstate.edu
Nirvana Heidarian
Colloquium Committee Representative, Community Organizer
Email | nirvana_h@txstate.edu
Diane Nunez
Ph.D. Vice President Email | tuq3@txstate.edu
Marie White
Ph.D. Faculty Representative
Email | fci13@txstate.edu
Sadia Ritu
Committee Representative Email | ghw31@txstate.edu
MD Tousif Tanzir
Community Organizer
Email | szw10@txstate.edu
Joshua Knolla
Treasurer Email | egv24@txstate.edu
Garrett Pugh
Faculty Representative Email glp54@txstate.edu
Anupa Bhatta
Community Organizer
Email | a.bhatta@txstate.edu
Mission and Goals
Be a community resource to our graduate students! Focusing on community building, service, faculty involvement, and increase visibility for our program.
- Celebrate us as people and create visibility
- Be an active resource for our grad students
- Foster relationships and community through mentorship
Faculty Advisor
Dr. Ron Hagelman
Student Urban Planning Organization
Student-driven gateway to the diverse world of planning.
SUPO Officers
President: William Moore (wamoore@txstate.edu)
Vice President: Sam Won (ihl10@txstate.edu)
Secretary: Jaydon Allison (Jaydon.allison@txstate.edu)
Treasurer: Sydnie Hansen (jtz10@txstate.edu)
Event Coordinator: Tristen Pride (mky15@txstate.edu)
Public Relations: Nicolas Border (ppw4@txstate.edu)
APA Officer: Riley Belcher (azq4@txstate.edu)
Mission and Goals
Our mission at SUPO is to create an environment for anyone who is interested in urban planning to learn more about the career through hands-on experience. By going on trips, inviting guest speakers, and volunteer events, SUPO aims to go beyond the reaches of the classroom to provide a glimpse into what the field of urban geography has to offer.
Faculty Advisor
Dr. Rosalie Ray
Society For Geography Information Science (SOGIS)
The Society for Geographic Information Science is a member of the Geography Organizations Council (GOC), which includes Gamma Theta Upsilon (GTU), River Inspired Student Effort (RINSE), Environmental Conservation Organization (ECO), Supporting Women in Geography (SWIG), Student Urban Planners Organization (SUPO), Geology Club, and the Graduate Student Forum.
SOGIS promotes GIS geography, networks with GIS professionals in a wide range of fields, shares internship and job opportunities on various forums, and designs projects. SOGIS organizes and hosts TXST GIS Day annually in November.
If you have an idea for an ecological enhancement project on campus or if you or your organization would like to participate in one, please contact SOGIS at sogis@txstate.edu or sogistxstate@gmail.com.
SOGIS Officers
Mikael Lopez
President
Grayson Wylie
Secretary
MD Tousif Tanzir
Media/Webmaster
Project Manager
Farhaan Cooverji
Vice President
Fahmina Ibrahim Binte
Communications Officer
Ritu Sadia Islam
Treasurer
Mission and Goals
SOGIS is a student organization at Texas State University that seeks to educate students about the importance and many uses of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and geographic awareness as well as provide GIS services to benefit our community.
Goals:
- To promote awareness of the importance, usefulness, and versatility of GIS
- To provide GIS services to the campus and local communities for a mutual benefit
- To provide opportunities for acquiring professional network contacts for organization members
- To provide a forum for members to showcase their work and receive objective feedback from peers and advisors
Faculty Advisor
Dr. Nate Currit
Supporting Women In Geography (SWIG)
SWIG Officers
Diane Nunez
President
Anupa Bhatta
Treasurer
Hilary Ansah
Co-President
Tay Villasenor
Secretary
Erin Farina
Co-President
Fahmina Ibrahim
Communication's Officer
Luisa Amato Caye
Event Coordinator
Nirvana Heidarian
Communication's Officer
Mission and Goals
SWIG is a Texas State University official student organization set upon inclusion and encouragement as we grow towards success in the geography field. We provide students with the ability to connect with other professionals and gain insights on our futures while getting involved in the community. Most importantly, we create an understanding and supporting environments for all walks of life.
Faculty Advisors
