Connect. Compete. Belong.
Find your people through Animal Sciences clubs and teams that bring students together around shared interests and experiences. Build friendships, develop your skills and connect with professionals while making the most of life beyond the classroom.
Professional Development Clubs
One Health Club
Connect with students across disciplines who share your interest in the health of people, animals and the environment. Explore One Health careers and ideas through events, speakers and professional connections.
Email cponehealthclub@gmail.com for more information
See what they are up to on Instagram @cponehealthclub
Poly Range and Wildlands Club
Find your community in the great outdoors while exploring rangeland ecology, conservation and management. Connect through hikes, field experiences, research, professional events and industry networking.
Email polywildrange@gmail.com for more information
Poultry Club
Connect with students who share your interest in poultry through barbecues, industry speakers, community events and an annual Turkey Banquet. Build friendships while learning from alumni and industry professionals.
Email club advisor, Dr. Darin Bennett for more information
Veterinary Science Club
Find your community among students interested in veterinary medicine and related careers. Explore the field through hands-on labs, guest speakers, veterinary school and clinic visits, and peer mentorship.
Email club advisor, Dr. Kim Sprayberry for more information
Young Cattlemen’s Club
Connect with students and professionals who share your interest in the beef industry. Build friendships and industry knowledge through ranch tours, barbecues, conferences and events with California cattle producers.
Email calpolysloycc@gmail.com for more information
Zoo & Exotic Animal Careers Club
Connect with students who share your interest in exotic animals while exploring careers in zoos, wildlife rehabilitation and education. Gain experience through speakers, volunteering, internships and shared adventures.
Email zooandexoticanimalcareers@gmail.com for more information
Competition Teams
Academic Quadrathlon
Put your animal science knowledge to the test through hands-on lab practicums, quiz bowl, written exams, and oral presentations. Train with a team, apply what you learn across animal species and disciplines and compete against students from other universities at regional and national events.
Cal Poly Dressage Team
Connect with riders of all experience levels while building horsemanship, teamwork and confidence. Compete through the Intercollegiate Dressage Association while helping lead and support a student-run team.
Email club advisor, Lou Moore-Jacobson for more information
Cal Poly Equestrian Team
Find your community among fellow equestrians while developing horsemanship, teamwork and sportsmanship. Practice, travel and compete together through the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association.
Email club advisor, Lou Moore-Jacobson for more information
Cal Poly Eventing Team
Join fellow equestrians who share your passion for eventing. Build friendships while training, competing individually and representing Cal Poly as a team at intercollegiate eventing competitions.
Email club advisor, Lou Moore-Jacobson for more information
Cal Poly Polo Team
Become part of a Cal Poly tradition that dates back to 1977. Build friendships and horsemanship skills while training, traveling and competing alongside teammates throughout the intercollegiate season. Whether you bring years of polo experience or a passion for the sport, you’ll find a close-knit community built around horses, teamwork and competition.
Email club advisor, Megan Judge for more information
Cal Poly Reined Cow Horse Team
Connect with students who share your passion for reined cow horses while building friendships and riding skills. Open to a range of experience levels, members train and compete alongside other collegiate teams.
Dairy Challenge
Apply what you learn in dairy science to real-world commercial dairy operations. Work in a team to evaluate herd management, facilities, nutrition, finances, and animal welfare; develop recommendations; and present your findings to industry professionals at regional and national Dairy Challenge competitions.
Email Julie Huzzey for more information
Dairy Products Judging Team
Explore dairy product quality through hands-on sensory evaluation. Learn to identify common defects in milk, yogurt, butter, cheese, cottage cheese, and ice cream while preparing to represent Cal Poly at the Collegiate Dairy Products Evaluation Contest.
Email Vincent Yeung for more information.
Dairy Quiz Bowl
Test your knowledge of dairy production, processing, and dairy foods in a fast-paced academic competition. Work with teammates to prepare for the ADSA University Dairy Quiz Bowl and strengthen your research and professional communication skills through scientific poster presentations.
Email David Vagnoni for more information.
Livestock Judging
Build your livestock evaluation and public-speaking skills alongside students who share your interest in animal agriculture. Practice evaluating cattle, sheep, swine, and goats; develop and deliver oral reasons; and represent Cal Poly at national livestock judging competitions.
Email Morgan Wonderly for more informaiton.
Poly Range and Wildlands
Explore rangeland ecology, plant identification, and land management with students who enjoy the outdoors and natural-resource stewardship. Build field and professional skills through competitions, research projects, workshops, range camps, and networking with rangeland professionals.
Email Marc Horney for more information.
Mule Packing
Learn practical horsemanship and mule-packing skills in a supportive, hands-on setting. Practice safe handling, hitches, saddling, and packing techniques while preparing to represent Cal Poly at Bishop Mule Days and other intercollegiate events.
Email club advisor, Lou Moore-Jacobson for more information.
Want More Clubs?
The College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences has more than 50 student clubs and organizations to help you get involved beyond the classroom.