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Who We Are

Students interested in the economics or business aspects of agriculture and natural resources.  See the club's website for more information.

Benefits of Joining

The Agricultural Business and Economics Club offers many benefits to members. You are able to gain access to resources for finding internships and jobs. You can participate in activities to enhance your professional development. You develop an understanding of issues and problems in the fields of agricultural economics and business. The club also offers field trips that build understanding of agricultural business careers.

Club Events

• CALS fall picnic
• Club socials
• Trips to agricultural businesses, including the Chicago Board of Trade and Federal Reserve, as well as a fall trip to a Brewer's game in Milwaukee
• Monthly meetings with guest speakers on topics of interest to members
• Local business tours, such as Kraft/Oscar Mayer

Internships

Many members have had the opportunity to work with companies in the agribusiness industry, including: American Family Insurance, Dairyland Seed, Kraft, USDA, work on dairy farms.

How to Join

Ask your advisor, or contact the club president, Melissa Doyle (mldoyle@wisc.edu) or the club advisor, Professor Paul Mitchell (pdmitchell@wisc.edu). 

In spring 2009 the club will meet at 7 p.m. in Taylor Hall on Tuesdays:  February 24, March 24 and April 21.

2009-2010 Club Officers

• President: Melissa Doyle (mldoyle@wisc.edu)
• Vice President: Jessica Milatz
• Treasurer: Carissa Levash
• Secretary: Bob O'Leary
• Student Council Representative:  Claire Ohman