Alpha Eta Epsilon

Honor society that recognizes outstanding students majoring in Family and Consumer Sciences. Eligibility includes junior or senior status with completion of 15 semester hours minimum in the field of Family and Consumer Sciences, and an overall and in-major GPA of 3.0.

Advisor: Ms.Robbie Boggs, Family and Consumer Sciences, (256) 782-5056.

Professional and Departmental Clubs

American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences(AAFCS) Student Chapter

Promotes careers in Family and Consumer Sciences and emphasizes the importance of family and community. Membership is open to all Family and Consumer Science majors, minors, or students who are currently enrolled in courses in the department. Students may qualify for student membership in the American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences.

Advisor: Ms.Robbie Boggs, Family and Consumer Sciences, (256) 782-5056.

Student Dietetics and Foodservice Association

Promotes the fields of dietetics and food service. The purposes of the organization are to promote proper nutrition and establish relationships with the commercial and institutional food service industry. Dietetics majors may qualify for student membership in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

Advisor: Tim Roberts, Family and Consumer Sciences, (256) 782-5870.

Child Development Club

Promotes the field of child development and provide opportunities for fellowship, as well as personal and professional growth, to child development students.

Membership is open to students with a concentration or minor in child development.

Advisor: Jill Marsh, Department of Family & Consumer Sciences, (256) 782-5869.