Society of Agricultural Finance, Insurance,and Real Estate

About This Organization

Abbreviation(s):

F.I.R.E.

Purpose:

The Society of Finance, Insurance, and Real Estate aims to introduce students to career opportunities in the fields of finance, insurance, and real estate, as well as related areas such as law, banking and energy.We encourage our members to build professional relationships and network with industry professionals and employers. Most importantly, it is our goal to provide a mechanism for students of all classifications to intermingle with others who have similar professional interests and goals. Furthermore, our organization understands the inherent link between leadership and success. It is our vision to make every member a successful leader in the professional world.

Year Founded:

1999

Membership Dues:

$15 per semester

Admits Members:

Ongoing

Meeting Locations:

AGLS 115

Public Contact Information

Public Contact Name:

Ronald Crowe

Public Contact E-mail Address:

ronald.crowe@ag.tamu.edu

Public Contact Phone Number:

210-709-0480

Organization Associations

Academic Department:

College of Agriculture and Life Sciences

Non-Academic Department:

None

Membership

Approximate membership of the organization:

31-50

Membership policies:

• Our organization accepts undergraduate students as members
• Our organization accepts graduate students as members

Weekly time committment required of organization members:

0-3 Hours

Membership intake process:

Open

Events

Community Service Projects:

Once per year

Fundraising Events:

Once per semester

Speakers/Lectures:

Three or more times per semester

On-Campus Social Events:

Twice per semester

Off-Campus Social Events:

Once per semester

Hosting Conferences:

Never

Sponsoring Special Events (Concerts, one-time events, etc.):

Once per year

New Member Orientation/Training:

Never

Events with Alcohol:

Never

In-State Travel:

Never

Domestic US Travel:

Never

International Travel:

Never