Student Clubs & Organizations
Associated General Contractors Student Chapter (AGC)
The AGC is an association of general engineering, building, and specialty contractors focused on making the construction industry the best in the nation. Resources are committed to workforce development, continuing education, future organization leadership, lobbying, and charitable giving. The AGC prides itself to maintain the motto: Skill, Responsibility, and Integrity.
The student chapters' mission is to provide its members' resources and opportunities for industry relationships, professional development, community service, and club camaraderie. Students regularly attend State Conferences and National Conventions among field trips to jobsites.
The student chapter has been recognized statewide and nationally on several occasions:
- 2021- 1st Place National Outstanding Student Chapter for Community Service
- 2018- 1st Place AGC of California Constructor Award for Community Service
- 2018- Advisor Awarded AGC National Education and Research Foundation Outstanding Educator
- 2017- 2nd Place National Outstanding Student Chapter
- 2017- 1st Place California Outstanding Student Chapter
- 2016- 3rd Place National Outstanding Student Chapter
- 2015- 1st Place National Outstanding Student Chapter
- 2013- Advisor awarded AGC National Education and Research Foundation Outstanding Educator
- 2012- 1st Place National Outstanding Student Chapter
- 2012- AGC of California Community Service Challenge recipient for Rebuild Joplin Blitz Build Project
- 2011- 3rd Place National Outstanding Student Chapter
- 2010- 1st Place National Outstanding Student Chapter
AGC Officers
- President - Matthew Sizemore
- Vice President - Bryan Luevano
- Secretary - Gavin Woodard
- Treasurer - Jack McDowell
- Events - Tyler Moe
Faculty Advisor
- Scott McCutcheon, samccutcheon@csuchico.edu
DBIA Student Chapter
The Design-Build Institute of America, DBIA, student club focuses on educating student members on Design-Build practices as applied in the construction industry. Students are able to see Design-Build practices in action through touring actual Design-Build project jobsites. Furthermore, student members are encouraged to give back to the local community through volunteering to assist in building local projects.
For those members who exhibit a serious commitment and interest in the DBIA industry, there is the opportunity to attend the DBIA National Conference. This is the largest Design-Build conference in the country and allows students to learn about how Design-Build is being applied throughout the construction industry as well as network with industry professionals.
DBIA Officers
- President - Anthony Castorena
- Vice President - Leif Newton
- Treasurer - Thomas Singh
- Secretary - Adrian Gutierrez
- Executive Assistant - Yaseen Al Zubidi
Faculty Advisor
- Patrick Brittle, pbrittle@csuchico.edu
MCAA Student Chapter
The student chapter is dedicated to increasing the education and opportunities to students interested in the mechanical construction industry. The club is active in attending the Great Futures Forum in the fall, the MCAA Annual Convention in the spring, competing in the National Student Competition, organizing training and Jobsite visits, and industry networking events.
The student chapter has been recognized statewide and nationally on several occasions:
- 2019 - Chapter of Excellence Grant Recipient
- 2014 - Chapter of Excellence Grant Recipient
- 2012 - Emerging Chapter Grant Recipient
MCAA Officers
- President - Michael Fulkerson
- Vice President - Shelby Gustafson
- Treasurer - Griffin Hamlin
- Secretary - Jobani Huerta-Ramos
- Marketing - Blaine Miller
- National Competition Manager - Gabe Biagioni
Faculty Advisor
Marie Patterson, mepatterson@csuchico.edu
Chico State Women in Construction Club (CSWIC)
The student chapter is dedicated to promoting the advancement of women who are interested in pursuing careers within the construction industry. The club is active in NAWIC and WiOPS events and conferences, Jobsite visits, education, networking, and outreach events.
CSWIC Officers
- President - Alexis Smith
- Vice President - Shelby Gustafson
- Secretary - Jillian Nord
- Treasurer - Gianna Balestrino
- Marketing Manager - Xochilth Aguilar
- Community Outreach Manager - Ashley Arce
Faculty Advisors
Marie Patterson, mepatterson@csuchico.edu and Jaime Cochran, jcochran@csuchico.edu
IOTA IV Chapter of Sigma Lambda Chi - Honor Society
The fundamental purpose of Sigma Lambda Chi is to recognize outstanding students in the field of construction.
Membership in the society is an honor and is based upon scholarship, leadership, and character, regardless of gender, race, color or creed.
Criteria to Become a Member
Students shall have an overall grade point average of 3.1 or better, have completed the equivalent of two academic years of study towards their degree, and have studied at the present institution for the preceding six months.
IOTA Officers
- President - Olivia Molina
- Vice President - Tyler Moe
- Treasurer - Collin McDowell
- Events Coordinator - Noah Thalken
- Secretary - Kendall
Faculty Advisor
Chris Souder, csouder@csuchico.edu
Chico State Beavers
The Beavers: Heavy Civil Construction Student Chapter (Chico State Beavers) mission is to advance the knowledge and skills of students interested in Heavy Civil Construction while providing useful information to students who are looking for internships and graduation jobs int he Heavy Construction field.
Eligibility for Membership
Students of CSUC's Construction Management or Civil Engineering majors with good standing.
Beavers Officers:
- President - Conor O'Regan
- Vice President - Slater Gilbert
- Treasurer - Noah Thalken
- Secretary - Damarys Mondragon
Faculty Advisor
Chris Souder, csouder@csuchico.edu