SUBUNIT HISTORY 

     The South Dakota State University Student Subunit (SDSUAFS) was founded in 2003 under the auspices of the Dakota Chapter and the Parent Society of the American Fisheries Society (AFS) and was recognized by South Dakota State University as an official campus organization in 2005.  Members of SDSUAFS include graduate and undergraduate students at the university.  The goals of the subunit are:

     1. To promote the conservation, development and wise use of fisheries;

     2. To promote and evaluate the continuing education and advancement of its members in all branches of fisheries science and practice;

     3. Gather and disseminate to members and the general public scientific, technical, and other information about fisheries science and practice through publications, meetings, and other forms of communication.

     SDSUAFS provides a means for aspiring fisheries professionals become members of a professional society and to further develop their professional skills outside of the classroom.  The Subunit encourages students of all levels--freshman to graduate student--to get involved.  Dues are $5.00 for the semester and $10.00 for the year.  For more information, please contact the President of the Subunit:

Andy Jansen
688-6249
Andrew.Jansen@sdstate.edu