Find your community in the School of Human Ecology by joining a student org. You have many ways to connect with others who share your goals, attitudes, and interests — as well as opportunities to expand your horizons beyond familiarity. The student orgs within Human Ecology focus on professional development, building networks, and creating community within the school. Getting involved is also a hands-on way to build the career readiness skills employers value most—like leadership, teamwork, and communication—so you graduate confident and prepared. Check out our currently active student organizations below!
Bucky Pre-Health Volunteering Association
BVA provides UW-Madison students with volunteering opportunities around Madison and other communities. BVA is an organization dedicated to bridging students who have interests in pursuing a career in the health field.
Ways to connect:
Instagram
Email: bvaofficers@gmail.com
Change Makers Collective
Change Makers Collective provides professional development for Community & Organizational Development majors, supplemental education, community building, and student representation through advocacy for present and future students.
Ways to connect:
Instagram
Email: changemakerscollective@studentorg.wisc.edu
Design Interactive
Design Interactive offers foundational design workshops spent “doing,” professional exploration and development opportunities, and semester-long design projects with real-world partners for students who want to explore the impacts of good design, and are driven by a commitment to leverage technology to enhance lives and create meaningful change.
Financial Occupation Club for University Students (FOCUS)
We connect and build networking opportunities with professionals in the financial services industry by holding professional development events, socials, and networking opportunities to help students with their career goals.
Ways to connect:
LinkedIn
Interior Design Organization (IDO)
IDO is a cohort of students passionate about interior design (both commercial and residential) and interested in networking opportunities. Members of this organization have access to touring local design firms, networking with professionals, connecting with other interior architecture students, and learning more about the world of interior design.
Ways to connect:
Instagram
Email: ido.uwmadison@gmail.com
InvestHer
InvestHer is dedicated to empowering women pursuing careers in personal finance and related fields. Our events include guest speakers, exam prep, interview and resume workshops, corporate fashion discussions, headhsot opportunites, and networking events.
Ways to connect:
Instagram
Email: mlbeyer@wisc.edu
Madison Fashion Business Collective
The Madison Fashion Business Collective (MFBC) offers a dynamic space for students to explore the intersection of fashion, business, and creativity through experiential learning and industry connections. Through events, partnerships, and professional development opportunities, we prepare members for careers across the fashion industry.
Ways to connect:
Instagram
LinkedIn
Email: the.mfbc@gmail.com
Phi Upsilon Omicron
Phi U is a national honorary professional organization that recognizes and encourages academic excellence, promotes the development of leadership and scholarship, and provides opportunities for service to the community. Human Ecology students who meet the membership requirements are invited to apply.
Ways to Connect:
Instagram
Facebook
Email: nu.phi.u@gmail.com
Re-Wear It
Re-Wear It promotes conscious consumerism and sustainable fashion. We host fun and free clothing swaps, workshops, socials, as well as other professional development opportunities. Re-Wear It hopes to be a part of the change in the fashion industry that prioritizes people and the planet over profits.
Ways to Connect:
Website
Instagram
Interest Form
Email: rewearitwisco@gmail.com
Student Retail Association (SRA)
SRA provides a platform for students to enhance their understanding of the retail industry through immersive learning experiences, skill-building workshops, mentorship programs, and industry partnerships. We strive to empower our members, foster their personal and professional growth, and prepare them with the tools and knowledge for a successful career.
Ways to connect:
Instagram
LinkedIn
Email: sramadison1@gmail.com
The Issue
The Issue is a student-run media organization that encourages interdisciplinary collaboration through projects including our magazine, social media campaigns and events. Our goal is to create a safe and empowering space for students of any major to discuss topics in arts, culture and current events through a creative and inclusive lens.
Ways to Connect:
Website
Instagram
LinkedIn
Email: theissueuw@gmail.com
The Vault: Business Behind Fashion (The Vault)
The Vault offers a unique perspective on the fashion industry. We believe that fashion goes beyond just clothes, and we focus on its intersection with many other areas of study, such as business, technology, design, communications, and marketing.
Ways to connect:
Website
Instagram
LinkedIn
Email: thevaultuwmadison@gmail.com