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Want to make a difference?  Consider joining one of the many student groups on campus working on issues related to sustainability.

For each group, click on the name to access AU Involve, discover each group’s purpose, and see the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) they support! Check out the key at the bottom of the page to learn more about SDGs.

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Active Minds at Auburn University

Active Minds at Auburn University

Change the conversation about mental health and destigmatize seeking mental health on campus.

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American Conservation Coalition at Auburn

American Conservation Coalition at Auburn

We promote a blend of market-based, common-sense, and bipartisan environmentalism through community educational events.

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American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers

American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers 

To encourage the advancement of agricultural, biological, food, environmental, and ecological engineering.

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Engineers Without Borders

Engineers Without Borders

Work with communities in developing countries to promote sustainable solutions to practical problems.

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Circle K International

Circle K International

Their basic principles are service, fellowship, and leadership. They work with organizations in the Auburn-Opelika area to help improve the community through service.

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Crop, Soil, and Environmental Science Club

Crop, Soil, and Environmental Science Club

Educate about opportunities and careers in Agronomy, Environmental Sciences, and Crop Sciences.

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Cross Cultural Center for Excellence

Cross Cultural Center for Excellence

Ease the social transition of underrepresented students to Auburn University.

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Environmental Design Student Organization

Environmental Design Student Organization

Promote conservation and community among design majors through monthly meetings and fundraisers.

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For the Bees

For the Bees

Raise awareness and funds in response to the bee crisis and support local beekeepers in Auburn.

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Geography Student Organization

Geography Student Organization

Promote awareness of geographical issues and our ability to improve human-environment relationships.

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Horticulture Club

Horticulture Club

Promote horticultural activities by sponsoring events, fostering fellowship, and enhancing plant production.

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International Justice Mission at Auburn

International Justice Mission at Auburn

Free victims of human trafficking, slavery, and domestic violence. As a campus chapter, they raise money to support IJM internationally and raise awareness for these issues.

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Marine Biology Club

Marine Biology Club

Bring people together who have a common love for our world’s oceans. Meetings and field trips help expose members to a variety of topics and career paths in the marine biology field.

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Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources and Related Sciences

Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources and Related Sciences

Promote academic and professional advancement by empowering minorities in agriculture.

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National Society of Black Engineers

National Society of Black Engineers

Increase the number of culturally responsible Black engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally and positively impact the community.

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ONE Campaign Auburn

ONE Campaign Auburn

A student group in the fight against extreme poverty.

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Permaculture Tigers Students Association

Permaculture Tigers Students Association

Bring together like-minded individuals who want to bring the permaculture movement to Auburn University.

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Plant Based Plainsman

Plant Based Plainsman

Open minds to the idea of a plant-based vegan diet at Auburn, to educate people of the multiple existing reasons to go vegan.

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Society for Natural Resources

Society For Natural Resources

Impact our community by uniting students and faculty in natural resource management.

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SAGA: Sexuality and Gender Alliance

SAGA: Sexuality and Gender Alliance

Promote mutually supportive relationships among all students in the interest of advancing campus and community diversity

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Student Government Association

Student Government Association

To serve all students by gathering feedback, enacting change, and fostering genuine connections.

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Student Planning Association

Student Planning Association

SPA stimulates student interest in community planning and sustainability through guest lectures.

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Society for Conservation Biology at Auburn University

Society for Conservation Biology at Auburn University

Promote the scientific study of the phenomena that affect the maintenance, loss, and restoration of biological diversity.

Students for Clean Water

Students for Clean Water

Eradicate the global water crisis through education, awareness, and fundraising.

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Sustainable Biomaterials and Packaging Society

Sustainable Biomaterials and Packaging Society

Promote the Sustainable Biomaterials and Packaging Major to all students and faculty at Auburn.

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The Campus Kitchen at Auburn University

The Campus Kitchen at Auburn University

To help fight hunger in the Auburn community, repackage unserved food in the dining halls to turn these donations into nourishing meals, and deliver meals to those in need.

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Universities Fighting World Hunger

Universities Fighting World Hunger

Fighting hunger both locally and globally through awareness raising initiatives, fundraising initiatives, and service initiatives.

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Water and Environmental Student Association at Auburn University

Water and Environmental Student Association at Auburn University

A not-for-profit technical and educational organization leverage knowledge to support clean and safe water worldwide.

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Sustainable Development Goals provide objectives focused on improving the lives of people and the health of our planet. Each Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) focuses on a specific area of need. To learn what goals each student group is taking action on, the following icons are included.

SDG 1  No Poverty

SDG 2  Zero Hunger

SDG3  Good Health & Wellbeing

SDG 4  Quality Education

SDG 5  Gender Equality

SDG 6  Clean Water & Sanitation

SDG7  Affordable & Clean Energy

SDG8   Decent Work & Economic Growth

SDG 9  Industry, Innovation, & Infrastructure

SDG10  Reduced Inequalities

SDG 11  Sustainable Cities & Communities

SDG 12  Responsible Consumption & Production

SDG 13  Climate Action

SDG 14  Life Below Water

SDG 15  Life on Land

SDG 16  Peace, Justice, & Strong Institutions

SDG 17  Partnership for the Goals