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CWU Biology Club

We Invite You to Join Us
All currently enrolled Central Washington University students who are interested in Biology are eligible for membership in Biology Club. The club encourages students from all fields of study who are interested in biology to join. Please contact any of our officers for more information.
Biology Club Purpose and Mission
- To educate and mentor others on the importance of biological systems with emphasis on Washington State and the Pacific Northwest Region.
- Explore careers in biological science and learn from biologists working in the field.
- To enhance educational opportunities for students interested in biology.
- To help students explore post-graduate opportunities such as graduate school and professions in the Biological Sciences
- To provide students with opportunities for hands on experience in Biology
- To form a community within CWU for students interested in Biology
- To help students engage in and find opportunities for undergraduate research
- To provide environmental stewardship opportunities for students.
Contact Us
President: Alora Van Auken
Vice President: Jesse Patten
Secretary: Maci Kjorsvik
Treasurer: Kayla Raasina
Advisor: Dr. Holly PinkartInstagram:
@biologyclubcwu (follow for club meetings and events)
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CWU Pre-Dental Club
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Pre-PA Club
New club starting Winter 2026!
Meets every other Thursday, starting January 15th
Science Building, Room 240, 6:30-7:30pm
Why Join?
- Learn about the PA path
- Get help with PA school prep
- Find shadowing & volunteer opportunities
- Connect with PAs and PA students
- Meet other Pre-PA students
- Build experience for PA School
Contact Us
Instagram @CWUPREPA
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CWU Pre-Medical Club

Come Join Us! Anyone with an interest in medicine or helping people is welcome. Come participate in pre-med activities and engage in volunteer opportunities. Support for the MCAT exam is offered with weekly study nights. Our club also invites guest speakers, ranging from medical students, doctors (MD & DO), nurses, physician assistants an various other guests. Have some fun with us too -- with suture nights, bake sales, pizza nights and much more.
Contact Us
Instagram: @cwupremedclub
President: Emmerson Miller
Vice-President: Lily Haughee
Secretary: Glen Mcinerney
Treasurer: Cole Ralph
Senator: Ailan Johnson
Recruiting Officer: Jordan GrangerCo-Advisors:
Dr. Levente Fabry-Asztalos
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CWU Pre-Vet Club

We Invite You to Join Us!
Come explore with us the field of veterinary medicine. Even if you are still considering other career options, we invite you to investigate the field with us. We provide you with information for applying to vet school and tips for strengthening your vet school applications. We'll also have some hands on experiences, like suture night with Dr. Fuller (a local vet), a zoo and aquarium tour, lambing, an inoculation clinic, a c.p.r./ first aid clinic, DVM @ Washington State University Day and meetings with the DA from WSU's Vet Program, touring Oregon State University's Vet Clinic, Chopstick Night, and volunteer opportunities!
Contact Us
Instagram: CWU Pre-Vet Club
President:
Vice President:
Secretary:
Treasurer:
Senator:
Advisor: Dr. Jason Irwin
For information on events, activities, and volunteering opportunities see SLICE (Student Leadership, Involvement, & Community Engagement). SLICE provides information on clubs available to you on campus. See the list of current RSOs (Registered Student Organizations) or find out how to register a new club.
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Questions? Contact Us.
Department of Biological Sciences
Science Building, Room 338
Dr. Clay Arango
(509) 963-3163
arangoc@cwu.edu