Student Chapter of Energy Resources
The Student Chapter of Energy Resources (SCER) is the primary student organization within the School of Energy Resources (SER). 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:
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Site visits to active energy development projects
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Guest speaker events featuring professionals from across the energy sector
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Networking mixers with industry partners and alumni
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Hands-on workshops focused on professional tools and practices
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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 and make the University of Wyoming so special. Cowbell, is the student organization management system for the University of Wyoming. Cowbell provides a one stop shop to check out current student organizations and student-led events on campus, register new and existing student orgs, and connect student organizations with a library of essential resources. Some energy-related groups clubs are suggested below, or exlopre Cowbell for other ways to find your community.
Every fee-paying student at the University of Wyoming is a member of the ASUW student government organization. Students in the ERMD degree can represent the program 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
Professional Land Management students develop industry connections through their mandatory membership in these organizations and may be eligible to apply for scholarships.
Students join the American Association of Professional Landmen (AAPL) during the fall semester membership drive. Student membership dues are paid by AAPL.
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 School of Energy Resources (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. Offered to Juniors and Seniors in the Energy Resource Management and Development program, SER pairs students with an industry mentor and facilitates meetings.
Engagement opportunities may include:
- Mentorship Meetings
- Mentor Shadow Day
- Professional Development Opportunities to visit professional environments, or tour industry sites
Students in the Energy Resource Management and Development Degree have the opportunity to enhance their educations with field learning opportunities. Whether through visits to industry sites as part of a course, or through a summer field course experience, students are able to see concepts they learn in the classroom applied in practice.
This course is offered in even years during the summer. The next available course offering will be held in May or June of 2026.
