Student Organizations: Get Involved on Campus!

How many student organizations do you think there are at Cornell College? 10? More than that.  20? Keep going up. 30? Bingo! There are 11 academic orgs, 12 special interest orgs, and 7 identity-safe space orgs on campus. This post will give a general overview of all the orgs and how to get in touch with the org if you’re interested in learning more or joining!

Academic Organizations

BOOM

BOOM is a student-run magazine that publishes work from students at Cornell College. BOOM’s mission is to encourage creativity and provide a platform for free speech. The E-Board consists of a President (currently Isabella Leo), a Vice-President (currently Isabella Strauss), a Treasurer (currently Max Cahoon), the Head Curator & Community Outreach Officer (currently Adelaide Ries), and a Curator & Community Outreach Officer (currently Ringo Wilson). For more information about joining BOOM or looking for their latest editorial, email boom@cornellcollege.edu.

Chemistry Club

Chemistry Club hosts events and study sessions to encourage interest in chemistry and support chemistry majors at Cornell. Some events Chemistry Club has hosted include an elephant toothpaste experiment, creating liquid nitrogen ice cream, exploding pumpkins, and more! The E-Board consists of a President (currently Elin Kairies), a Vice-President (currently Emma Rowe), a Treasurer (currently Eddie Banda), a Secretary (currently Josalin McKeever), and an Event Coordinator/Historian (currently Ana Munn-Carstensen). For more information, email chemclub@cornellcollege.edu. Follow the Chemistry Club at: @cornell_chemclub

Cornell Historical and Archeological Society (CHAS)

Cornell Historical and Archeological Society (CHAS) gives students a place to discuss current issues in cultural heritage.  Additionally, CHAS presents opportunities for career and graduate school networking.  The E-Board consists of a President (currently Cameron Bennington), a Vice President, a Secretary, and a Treasurer.  CHAS holds events to learn about and connect to the past, present, and future on Cornell’s campus!  If you’re interested in learning more about CHAS, email historicalsociety@cornellcollege.edu.

Engineering Club

Engineering Club helps students develop skills and complete projects to prepare for a career in the STEM field. The E-Board consists of a President (currently Mason Ciari), a Vice-President (currently Ava Powers), a Treasurer (currently Romas West), a Secretary (currently Jonas Ricke), and an Events Coordinator (currently Eva Todd). Engineering Club does blocky study sessions open to all students in West and does multiple projects throughout the year! To learn more about Engineering Club email engineeringclub@cornellcollege.edu. Follow the Engineering Club on Instagram at: @cornellengineeringclub

French Club

French Club promotes appreciation, celebration, and practice of the French language and Francophone cultures. The E-Board consists of a President, a Vice-President, a Treasurer, a Secretary, and a Historian. For more information, email frenchclub@cornellcollege.edu. Follow French Club on Instagram at: @cornellcollegefrenchclub

Geology Club

Geology Club promotes geological inquiry outside of the classroom by going on field trips, inviting visiting lecturers, watching films, and hosting information student presentations.  Additionally, the Geology Club aims to foster intellectual interchange and interaction between students and faculty. The E-Board consists of a President, a Vice-President, a Treasurer, a Secretary, and a Webmaster. If you’re interested in learning more about the Geology Club, email geoclub@cornellcollege.edu.

German Club

German Club aims to broaden knowledge about German culture and the German language to students. The E-Board consists of a Chair, a Vice-Chair, a Secretary, and a Treasurer. Fun fact, this club was founded in 1969! For more information, email germanclub@cornellcollege.edu.

Health Professions Society (HPS)

The Health Professions Society (HPS) aims to be the primary means of interaction for students interested in health-related fields. HPS serves to support students interested in health-related fields, provide information about available resources, and provide guidance to Cornell students interested in health-related fields. The E-Board consists of a President, a Vice-President, a Secretary, a Treasurer, and a Media Manager. To learning more about HPS email hps@cornellcollege.edu. Follow the Health Professions Society on Instagram at: @cornellhealthprofessions

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is a national organization that works to educate, support, advocate, listen, and lead to improve the lives of people with mental illness and Cornell has our own chapter! Cornell’s NAMI chapter hosts events to discuss and inform people about various mental health problems (ex., drug addiction, eating disorders, depression, and more). For more information about NAMI visit www.nami.org or for information about Cornell’s chapter, email nami@cornellcollege.edu. Follow NAMI on Instagram at: @cornell.nami

Pre-Law Honors Society (PLHS)

The Pre-Law Honors Society (PLHS) is an org for any students interested in a future career in law, politics, or government. PLHS promotes “academic excellence and leadership through legal networking, skill development, scholarship discovery, workshops, events, and activities.” The E-Board consists of a President (currently Sunny Howard), a Vice President (currently Celina Schertz), a Secretary (currently yours truly, Daniele Ebert), a Treasurer (currently Kaden Legore), and a Public Relations Manager (currently Luis Román Bonilla). Some events PLHS has done this year include: speaker events with professors and current law school students, legal game night, a trip to the federal courthouse in Cedar Rapids, and more. Members gain points for a variety of PLHS meetings/events or legal-related activities and with enough points can graduate with Pre-Law Honors. If you’re interested in learning more about the Pre-Law Honors Society, email prelawhs@cornellcollege.edu.  

Women In Stem

Women In Stem is dedicated to creating a safe space and support system for marginalized people in the STEM field—focusing on supporting women who are studying and working in the STEM field. The E-Board consists of a President (currently Amina Abdullahi), a Vice-President (currently Macy Chisholm), and a Secretary. For more information about Women In Stem email womeninstem@cornellcollege.edu. Follow Women In Stem on Instagram at: @cornellwomeninstem

Special Interest Organizations

Chess and Games (C&G)

Chess and Games Club aims to promote multi-faceted gameplay including board games, electronic gaming, live-action role-playing, and tabletop gaming. C&G holds weekly meetings to promote various games and recreational activities. The E-Board consists of a President, a Vice-President (Ambassador), a Treasurer (Dragon), a Secretary (Scribe), a Historian (Archivist), a Publicist (Voice), and a Webmaster (Web Monkey). Fun fact, C&G owns all the board games on the third floor of Cole Library! If you’re interested in learning more about C&G, email chessandgames@cornellcollege.edu.

Computer Club (C4)

Computer Club (C4) is an organization that gives students hands-on experience with programming, robotics, web design, and a variety of other technologies. The E-Board consists of a President, a Vice-President, a Secretary, a Treasurer, and a Publicity Chair. If you’re interested in learning more about Computer Club, email c4@cornellcollege.edu.

Cornell Craft Fair Council (CCFC)

Cornell Craft Fair Council (CCFC) aims to help Cornell crafters gain experience selling their art by hosting multiple craft fairs throughout the year. The E-Board consists of a President, a Vice-President, and a Treasurer. For more information, email craftfaircouncil@cornellcollege.edu.

Environmental Club

The Environmental Club focuses on raising awareness about environmental consciousness. The E-Board consitists of a President, a Vice-President, a Secretary, a Treasurer, and a Community Out-Reach Chair. To learn more about the Environmental Club, email environmental@cornellcollege.edu. Follow the Environmental Club on Instagram at: @cornellcollegeecoclub

KRNL

KRNL is a student-run, college radio station that provides entertainment and serves as an educational growth experience for DJs. KRNL’s purpose is to: encourage the broadcasting of diverse music, promote personal experimentation and growth, and be a valuable source of campus entertainment and news. The Executive-Staff consists of, a Station Manager, a Business Manager, a Program Director, a Music Director, a Promotions Director, an Events Director, a Technical Director, and an Online Director. For more information about KRNL, email krnl@cornellcollege.edu. Follow KRNL on Instagram at: @krnl_cornell

Lifting Club

The Lifting Club helps Cornell students stay in shape by teaching about lifting and supporting people while they lift! Lifting Club meets to lift throughout the block and holds lifting competitions a couple of times a year. The E-Board consists of a President, a Vice-President, a Treasurer, and a Secretary. For more information, email liftingclub@cornellcollege.edu. Follow the Lifting Club on Instagram at: @cornellcollegelifts

Lyrically Inclined

Lyrically Inclined educates students about the art of slam and spoken word poetry by holding workshops, spoken word performances, slams, and guest performances.  The E-Board consists of a President, a Vice-President (currently Emy Taylor), a Secretary (currently Camille Diaz), a Treasurer (currently Onaney Garcia), an Events Committee Chair (currently Adelaide Ries), and a Public Relations Chair (currently Isabella Leo). If you’re interested in learning more about Lyrically Inclined, email lyricallyinclined@cornellcollege.edu. Follow Lyrically Inclined on Instagram at: @lyricallyinclinedcornell

Ski and Snowboard Club

Ski and Snowboard Club allows Cornell students to engage in fun activities while promoting a healthy lifestyle. Any student can sign up for a trip to go skiing. The Ski and Snowboard Club takes students on day and weekend trips. The E-Board consists of a President, a Vice-President, a Secretary, a Treasurer, and a Public Relations Officer. To learn about the Ski and Snowboard Club and any upcoming trips email skiandsnowboard@cornellcollege.edu.

Student Theater Council (STC)

The Student Theater Council (STC) aims to produce at least two installments of student performance works each year. STC also aims to supplement the educational opportunities provided by Cornell’s Theatre Department. The E-Board consists of a General Director, a Technical Director, a Managing Director, a Treasurer, a Fundraising Chair, and a Historian. For more information email stc@cornellcollege.edu. Follow the Student Theater Council on Instagram at: @stc.cornell

The Cornellian

The Cornellian aims to provide the Cornell community with an educational and informative presentation of Cornell through the creation of a newspaper. Students write articles about events, classes, activities, and other miscellaneous topics about Cornell. Editions of the Cornellian can be found all around campus; you can find editions in the library and Thomas Commons right now! The Cornellian staff consists of an Editor-in-Chief, a Business Manager, and Additional Editorial Board Members when needed. For more information, email thecornellian@cornellcollege.edu.

The Performing Arts and Activities Council (PAAC)

The Performing Arts and Activities Council (PAAC) provides a variety of entertainment options and activities for the wants and needs of the Cornell community. Did you know that PAAC stands for the Performing Arts and Activities Council? I didn’t! PAAC is the main organization for student events and activities on campus. The E-Board consists of a President (currently Emma Shipley), a Business Admin (currently Ella Henza), a Marketing Chair (currently Fiona Anderson), a Contracts Chair (currently Gavin Wallace), and a Purple Chair (currently Kimberly Hall). PAAC hosts a variety of events such as Stuff-a-Critter, Casino Night, Grocery Bingo, Juice Boxes with Bob Ross, and more! To learn more about PAAC and any of their upcoming events, email paac@cornellcollege.edu.

Sustained Dialogue

Sustained Dialogue gathers students for dialogue concerning current campus issues to serve as a resource for the Cornell Community during times of conflict. The E-Board consists of a Chairperson, a Vice-Chairperson, a Secretary, and a Treasurer. For more information, email sustaineddialogue@cornellcollege.edu.

Identity Safe Space Organizations

Alliance

Alliance is a safe space for “people who feel marginalized by their self-identified or perceived sexual or gender identity, expression, or characteristics.”  Additionally, serving as a resource to educate people about the diversity of sexual and gender identities. The E-Board consists of a President, a Vice President, a Secretary, a Treasurer, a Web Designer, and a Historian. Alliance holds events to encourage gatherings and discussions among the Cornell College community. If you’re interested in learning more about Alliance, email alliance@cornellcollege.edu. Follow Alliance on Instagram at: @alliance.cornellcollege

Black Awareness Cultural Organization (BACO)

The Black Awareness Cultural Organization (BACO) is an organization that raises awareness of diversity through historical, social, cultural, and academic settings. First, BACO empowers Black students through community and support. Second, BACO raises awareness for African and Black American issues through programs and projects created for the Cornell community. Third, BACO educates individuals about African and Black American history and culture. The E-Board consists of a President, a Vice-President, a Secretary, and a Treasurer. The Officer’s Council consists of a Constitution and Policies Chairperson, a PR/Advertising Chairperson, a Historian, a Volunteering Chairperson, a Black History Month and Martin Luther King, Jr. Chairperson, and a BACO Living and Learning Community Representative. Some events BACO has done this year include: Don’t Touch My Hair, a faculty and student-led POC panel, the BACO block party, and more! If you’re interested in learning more about BACO, email baco@cornellcollege.edu.

Deepwater

Deepwater aims to seek, serve, worship, and have a relationship with Christ and encourages others to do the same. The E-Board consists of a President, a Vice-President, a Secretary, and a Treasurer. Fun fact, Deepwater is the org that bakes and hands out free cookies around Christmas time! For more information, email deepwater@cornellcollege.edu. Follow Deepwater on Instagram at: @cornelldeepwater

GENTE

GENTE is a multicultural group of members of the Latine community at Cornell College. The E-Board consists of a President (currently Shirley Romero Carreon), a Vice-President (currently Jason Ramos), a Secretary (currently Ilyana Caceres), a Treasurer (currently Juan Guerrero), and a Public Relations Chair (currently Luis Lopez). GENTE hosts events to educate about and celebrate Latine culture. Some events GENTE hosts include El Baile, Dia de los Muertos celebration, Elote Night, and more! For more information, email gente@cornellcollege.edu. Follow GENTE on Instagram at: @gentecornell

Hillel

Hillel is an organization founded on the principles of Judaism to reinforce the identity and values of Cornellians of Jewish backgrounds.  Additionally, Hillel also aims to be an inclusive and accepting organization that promotes education about the Jewish religion, culture, and political standing. The E-Board consists of a President, a Vice-President, a Treasurer, a Secretary, and a Communications Officer. Some events and activities Hillel sponsors include: the blockly “Breaking Bread” lunch, and more. For more information, email hillel@cornellcollege.edu. Follow Hillel on Instagram at: @cornellcollegehillel

International Student Association (ISA)

International Student Association (ISA) promotes the well-being of international students and friendship, interaction, and understanding between international students and the Cornell community. ISA creates a safe space and support program for international students. The E-Board consists of a President (currently Elifsude Degirmenci), a Vice-President (currently Omorinsola Olubayo), a Secretary (currently Ava Spaulding), a Treasurer (currently Oskar Diyali), an Events Coordinator (currently Samual Tokpa), a Public Relations Officer (currently Tashiaunna McGhee), and a Social Media Manager (currently Sonnie Sandoe). ISA hosts social, educational, and cultural programs to raise awareness about and celebrate varying cultures. To read about their biggest event of the year, The Culture Show, check out the article written by Michael (the former founder and president of ISA)! If you’re interested in learning more about ISA, email isa@cornellcollege.edu.

Split

Split aims to make a community and support system for bi/multi-racial students and bring awareness to the experiences of bi/multi-racial students. The E-Board consists of a President (currently Marley Gillespie). Split hosts events to teach students about the experiences and struggles of bi/multi-racial students in order to bring diversity and awareness to Cornell’s campus. For more information, email split@cornellcollege.edu. Follow Split on Instagram at: @cornell_split

The Overseer of Organizations: Student Senate

Student Senate acts as a voice for the student body and makes contributions for the betterment of all students by maintaining transparent communication and unbiased perspectives. There are 16 senators divided into four per class. The E-Board consists of a President (currently Veronica Schuchart), a Vice-President (currently Gavin Wallace), a Chairperson of Academic Affairs (currently yours truly), a Chairperson of Appropriation (currently Luis Román Bonilla), a Chairperson of Organizations (currently Grant Anderson), a Chairperson of Student Life (currently Levi Thompson), and an Office Manager (currently Oriana McKannan). Student Senate oversees all Student Organizations and disperses money (coming from all student’s ‘student activity fee’) to organizations. Student Senate also plans and hosts the Big Event each year! For more information or any questions, email student_senate@cornellcollege.edu. Follow Student Senate on Instagram at: @cornellstudentsenate

What do I do if there’s an org I’m interested in but it’s not on this list?

There is a process for starting a new organization! Any student can start an org but to receive funds, they need to become an officially recognized organization by Student Senate. To learn about the process, email senate_organizations@cornellcollege.edu or speak to the current Chairperson Grant Anderson! Make sure you reach out to Grant before beginning because the organization could currently be defunct which is a different (and shorter) process to follow.