Description
The Wind Energy Student Organization (WESO) is dedicated to advancing wind energy education and awareness at both the university and K-12 levels. The club actively participates in the Department of Energy's Collegiate Wind Competition each spring, where students apply their knowledge and skills in wind energy. WESO is open to all majors and offers three primary teams: the Turbine Design Team, the Wind Farm Design Team, and the Outreach Team. Members contribute with a diverse set of skills, including communication, event planning, economics, CAD, machining, programming, and electrical circuits, to collaborate on real-world wind energy challenges and initiatives. The organization provides an inclusive environment for students to engage in hands-on projects, develop expertise in wind energy, and raise awareness about sustainable energy solutions.
Affiliations
Constitution / Tier
Membership Information
| Student Members |
31 |
| ISU Members |
1 |
| Non-ISU Members |
0 |
| Allowed Members |
Student - Undergraduate, Graduate or Professional |
| Allowed Officers |
Student - Undergraduate, Graduate |
| Membership Qualifications |
NA |
| Membership Restrictions |
NA |
| Elections/Selection |
Annually - End of Spring Semester |
| Meetings |
Weekly meetings. |
Description of Regular Meetings/Activities
| The research committee works on designing and building a small wind turbine and a wind farm plan. The outreach committee educates young students and has hands-on activities at school events or on campus. |
Description of Special Events