Ball State University

Meet at CL 230 @ 5:30 PM. Members only, however friends are welcome but will be asked to help cover expenses.

We Will be Meeting here in Cooper CL230. The Cookout will take place at Dr. Carter's House!

The Nesting box project has been postponed from Wednesday April 25th to Sunday April 29th at 3 pm we will

What is a Student Chapter of The Wildlife Society about?

Excellence In Wildlife Stewardship Through Science And Education

The field of wildlife ecology and management includes administrators, biologists, conservation law enforcement officers, educators, information specialists, managers, and researchers. From classroom to laboratory, forest and marsh, student chapters of The Wildlife Society introduce you to the diverse roles of challenging, dynamic professions. The Ball State Student Chapter can help you cultivate academic, social and career interests.

As a member of a student chapter, you will associate with faculty and other wildlife professionals as well as fellow wildlife science students. Through meetings, special projects and other functions, you will become familiar with wildlife management techniques, become aware of local, national and international natural resources issues, and gain valuable experience and friendships that will serve you well as a wildlife professional. The people you meet through student chapter activities can provide you with information on career prospects. Your student chapter can be the window to your vocational future.

Why Join Ball State's Student Chapter of TWS?

Good resume experience, such as leadership, volunteer, and field experience opportunities
Fun activities, such as camping, birding, mist netting
Make friends with people who share the same interest as you do!
Gets you involved with a campus organization and the environment
Learn about scientific research from professionals and students
Make a difference in Muncie's and Ball State's communities

Principal objectives of The Wildlife Society are to:

Develop and promote responsible stewardship of the environment in general and wildlife specifically.
Take an active role in preventing, minimizing or mitigating human-induced environmental degradation.
Increase public awareness and appreciation of wildlife values.
Maintain the highest standards of professionalism in all activities.