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Welcome to the South Central Chapter of the Society of Wetland Scientists.

The objectives of the South Central Chapter are to:

a) Operate solely and exclusively as a charitable and educational organization to foster conservation and understanding of wetlands.
b) Provide an independent forum for an interchange of ideas and data developed within wetland science in the South Central Region.
c) Develop and promote wetland science as a distinct discipline within the Region.
d) Promote and evaluate the educational, scientific, and technological development and advancement of all branches of wetland science and practice within the Region.
e) Further the knowledge of wetland resources and encourage wetland protection, restoration, and stewardship within the Region.
f) Encourage a community of scientists based on shared knowledge, dedication, friendship, and mutual professionalism within the Region.

Any member of the Society of Wetland Scientists in good standing who resides within the South Central Chapter region (Alabama, Arkansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Tennessee, and Texas) is considered an active member of the chapter. Active chapter membership is your way of staying involved in local and regional issues and peer networking.


Current Chapter Officers and Board Members and Term Dates

President – Jodie M. Burns, 2021-2023
Immediate Past President – Scott Jecker, 2021-2023
President-Elect – Jessica Brumley, 2021-2023
Treasurer – Laura Duffie, 2021-2023
Secretary – Eric Fuselier, 2022-2024

Executive Board:
Jacob Berkowitz, 2021-2023
Gary Ervin, 2021-2023
Claire Randall, 2022-2024
Mark Ford, 2022-2024

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Join the Society of Wetland Scientists here.

Are you interested in the SWS Professional Certification Program? Visit the SWS-PCP page for information on this process.

Are you interested in employment in wetland science or a related field? Check out the SWS Jobs Board.

Please contact us for further information about the SWS South Central Chapter.

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