Student Chapter of Energy Resources
The Student Chapter of Energy Resources (SCER) is the primary student organization within the School of Energy Resources. This student-led club is dedicated to expanding awareness of the land management profession, building connections between students and the energy industry, and fostering a strong sense of community both professionally and academically.
SCER hosts a variety of events and activities throughout the year, including:
- Site visits to active energy development projects
- Guest speaker events featuring professionals from across the energy sector
- Networking mixers with industry partners and alumni
- Hands-on workshops focused on professional tools and practices
- Social events to build camaraderie among students in the program
Through these activities, SCER helps students gain practical experience, expand their professional networks, and stay informed about current industry trends and challenges.
Student Chapter of Energy Resources
Student Clubs
Student organizations add to the vibrancy of campus life and are a key part of what makes the University of Wyoming such a special, welcoming place. Cowbell is UW’s student organization management system and serves as a one-stop hub to explore active student organizations and student-led events, register new or existing student groups, and access a wide range of helpful resources.
Below are a few energy-related student organizations to consider. You can also explore Cowbell to discover additional opportunities and find the community that’s right for you.
Every fee-paying student at UW is a member of the ASUW student government organization. Students in the ERMD degree can represent SER by serving on the ASUW senate.
Roar! provides a venue in which undergraduate and graduate students with an interest in reclamation and restoration of disturbed lands can assist local organizations on projects while gaining skills for success in their future careers and networking with others in the field.
Professional Organizations
SER students are encouraged to engage with industry early in their academic careers. Active involvement in professional organizations plays a critical role in student development and career readiness. Through the Academic Program, SER helps initiate connections with industry events and professional organizations, equipping students with the experience, relationships, and confidence needed to take their first steps into the professional world.
Students within the Professional Land Management (PLM) concentration of the ERMD degree develop industry connections through their mandatory membership in AAPL and WAPL, and may be eligible to apply for scholarships.
Students join the American Association of Professional Landmen as soon as they declare an ERMD degree with a PLM concentration. While membership is open to students across all majors and concentrations, membership dues are covered by AAPL for students enrolled in an AAPL-accredited program. This honor is held by only ten programs nationwide, including SER's PLM program.
Students join the Wyoming Association of Professional Landmen and are eligible to apply for their scholarships during the spring semester.
Students that participate in Roar! gain access to membership in the American Society of Reclamation Sciences.
Students that participate in ROar! gain access to membership in the Society for Ecological Restoration.
Professional Development & Real-world Experience
Experiential learning is a cornerstone of the Academic Progam at SER. We provide students with unparalleled opportunities to connect with industry leaders and visit regional energy development sites, directly applying classroom knowledge to real-world challenges.
The SER Mentorship Program provides an expanded experience for students to engage with industry mentors and each other. Offered to all students declared in an SER credential, the program aims to increase engagement and preparedness as UW students, and enhance knowledge and experience within the energy industry.
Freshmen and sophomores are paired with a junior or senior enrolled in an SER credential. Their mentor will show them the ropes of university life within Laramie, and life as a student at SER.
Juniors and seniors can opt in to have an industry mentor in their intended career field who will assist them in finding opportunities for growth and gaining hands-on experience.
Engagement opportunities may include:
- Monthly mentorship meetings
- Mentor shadow day
- Professional development opportunities to visit professional environments, or tour industry sites
Travel for these experiences is fully funded by SER.
Students in the ERMD degree can enhance their education through immersive, hands-on field learning. This course takes students across Wyoming to tour active energy sites and explore a wide range of energy resources, allowing them to see classroom concepts applied in real-world settings. Through direct engagement with industry professionals and on-site experiences, students gain a deeper understanding of how energy systems operate across the state.
Energy Field Studies is a one-credit course offered during the summer in even-numbered years. The next course will take place May 17–23, 2026.
