American Fisheries Society Montana State University Student Subunit

The Montana State University Student Subunit of the American Fisheries Society (MSUAFS) is an organization of students, undergraduate and graduate, who have an interest in fisheries management, science, and ecology. The MSUAFS operates under the auspice of the Montana Chapter of the American Fisheries Society and promotes the objectives of the American Fisheries Society. The objectives of the Amer

ican Fisheries Society are to (a) promote the conservation, development, and wise use of the fisheries, (b) promote and evaluate the development and advancement of all branches of fisheries science and practice, (c) gather and disseminate to Society members and the general public scientific, technical, and other information about fisheries science and practice through publications, meetings, and other forms of communication, and (d) encourage the teaching of fisheries science and practice in colleges and universities and the continuing education and development of fisheries professionals (American Fisheries Society Constitution). The MSUAFS provides opportunities for students to interact with fishery professionals through guest lectures, social events, and volunteer services with various agencies and organization. Additionally, the MSUAFS exposes students to fishery sampling techniques through field oriented activities and workshops.