List of Chartered Clubs and Organizations

American Born Cultured Desis (ABCD)

ABCD provides a structure of support for students of color, especially of East Asian ethnicity and addresses vital issues pertinent to students with similar culture and ethnic background.

Amnesty International

Amnesty International’s mission is to undertake research and action focused on preventing and ending grave abuses of the rights to physical and mental integrity, freedom of conscience and expression, and freedom from discrimination, within the context of its work to promote all human rights. Amnesty International is independent of any government, political ideology or religious creed. It does not support or oppose any government or political system, nor does it support or oppose the views of the victims whose rights it seeks to protect. It is concerned solely with the impartial protection of human rights. Amnesty International can be reached at amnesty@stkate.edu.

Ariston

Ariston, a Greek word meaning the best of the best, is the annual student art and literary publication of the College. The Literary Staff selects poems and short stories and the Visual Arts Staff selects artwork to showcase the talent of St. Kate's students. This professional-quality magazine is also produced by the Visual Arts Staff using computer software. The 2004 issue weighed in at 96 pages of great stuff. For more information about Ariston, contact Patricia Olson, Visual Arts advisor at plolson@stkate.edu; or Robert Grunst, Literary advisor.

Artist’s Coalition

The Artist’s Coalition promotes and encourages student involvement in the arts on campus. It provides a space where students from all disciplines of the arts can gather to collaborate on projects, talk about work, plan arts related activities, and discuss issues pertinent to the art world. Past activities include attending films, lectures, museums, and galleries. Fundraising events such as poster sales and attendance at national art conventions occur each year.

Asian Women’s Association (AWA)

The College of St. Catherine Asian Women’s Association represents the interests of Asian students on campus, educates and promotes awareness of Asian cultures, issues, and perspectives to the college community, and builds a supportive network for Asian students. AWA holds fundraisers, attends performances and lectures, hosts a dance on campus each year, participates in ICE Open Mic Night, and volunteers. AWA can be reached at asianclub@stkate.edu.

America Sign Language Social Club (ASL)

The ASL Social Club provides an environment that challenges participants to become successful and comfortable with interactions using ASL. It builds on classroom foundations that promote the learning of a second language and culture, and holds regularly scheduled events for all interested students. The ASL Social Club establishes a positive, supportive, and collaborative atmosphere for social interaction.

Best Buddies

Best Buddies pairs people with intellectual disabilities in one-to-one friendships with CSC students. In the past, individuals with intellectual disabilities have not had the opportunity to have friends outside of their own environment. Social experiences and relationships are a part of life; unfortunately, individuals with intellectual disabilities have historically been excluded from many of the social opportunities that most people enjoy. By becoming a college buddy, you will not only befriend someone with a developmental disability, but you will also learn about yourself in the process. Best Buddies has hosted hayrides, trips to Chuck-E-Cheese, fundraisers, parties, and has attended plays with their buddy.

Biology Club

Open to all students, the Biology Club is a group of students interested in biology and activities related to biology. Events include movie and pizza nights and career discussions. For more information contact the Biology Club at bioclub@stkate.edu.

Black Student Association

The Black Student Association unites all black students on campus and provides an environment to discuss issues affecting black students at the College and the entire community at large. The Black Students Association works with each other and the College to develop and maintain unity and mutual helpfulness.

Chemistry Club

The Chemistry Club stimulates interest in chemistry as a profession for CSC students, provides opportunities to speak with professionals in science, and offers community outreach to public schools. The club holds an end of the year dinner with the Chemistry Department, provides speakers and discussions on the profession, hosts potluck dinners, and sponsors an Adopt-A-Family.

Clay Club

The Clay Club serves to educate the campus about clay as an art form, provide a network for people interested in ceramics, offers access to off-campus field trips to clay exhibits and artist’s lectures, and brings visiting ceramic artists to campus for workshops in the studio.

College Republicans

The College Republicans promote the principles of the Republican Party, provide services such as campaign help and other party needs at all levels, and develops strong leadership abilities and political skills amoung Republican students.

Dance Team

The Dance Team offers CSC students an opportunity to participate in dance, entertain audiences at basketball games, represent the college at competitions, and promote school spirit on campus. For those interested in joining, the Dance Team holds tryouts in the fall of each school year for the upcoming season. In addition to performing at games, the team has participated in national dance competitions and held fundraisers at Minnesota Vikings games.

Economic Student Club

The Economic Student Club promotes a better understanding of economics and provides networking opportunities to Financial Economics and International Business Economics majors.

Education Club

The club provides members with leadership opportunities, sharing and reflection of experiences related to education, and a chance to discuss educational trends and problems in light of educational theory and practice. The Education Club has social outings, provides members with volunteer opportunities, and has provided mentors to club members.

Eugepae Latine!

Eugepae Latine! is a group that provides members the opportunity to explore and celebrate Latin.

Exercise & Sport Science Club

The Exercise & Sport Science Club provides opportunities and experience to students interested in Exercise and Sport Science (EXSS) through speakers and extracurricular activities. The club helps to facilitate communication and interaction between faculty and students and provides members with volunteer opportunities.

Extreme Team

The Extreme Team is a competition and performance cheerleading team that participates in competition and promotes school spirit on campus. For those interested in joining, the Extreme Team holds tryouts in the fall of each school year for the upcoming season.

Family, Consumer, & Nutritional Sciences Club (FCNS)

The FCNS Club provides members with opportunities to develop the qualities of leadership and cooperation through work with the FCNS department. The club offers members the opportunity to get hands-on experience with industry events and employers, and hosts social events for the membership. Each year, the club hosts a fashion show to showcase the club and the members of the FCNS Club.

French Club

The French Club promotes an interest in speaking French, provides members the opportunity to practice sociability through means of the French language, and offers opportunities to participate in organized excursions and activities relating to the French language and French culture. The club has sponsored speakers, hosted French karaoke, held Lyonese dance lessons, and organized French food events.

Global Learning Organization (GLO)

This club is founded on the experiences of St. Kate’s students who have studied abroad and students who wish to be more globally aware. GLO provides three basic goals: an informational base for students who are considering studying abroad, a “welcome home” group for the returnees as they re-enter the college community, and are advocates for students who are studying abroad, by helping them stay informed of what is happening in the St. Kate’s community. For more information about GLO, contact global_studies@stkate.edu.

Hermanas

Hermanas provides a system of support for Latina students, brings greater awareness of issues concerning Latina students, and offers service to the broader Latina/o community of the Twin Cities.

History Club

The History Club believes history is an essential part of the liberal arts education and that the study of history increases understanding of the human condition. The History club provides members an organization in which students may gather to act upon, study, and discuss our common interest in history. The club has hosted a Historical Trivia Night, sponsored films, and held an end of year celebration. Email the History Club at HERstory@stkate.edu to get more information.

Honors Program Student Organization (HPSO)

HPSO offers students in the honors program the opportunity to attend honors seminars, work independently on major projects, and get to know other students with similar interests and abilities. Past events include theatre trips to the Guthrie, fall retreats, end of semester celebrations, and fundraisers.

Katies Entrepreneur Organization

KEO helps women change the world by envisioning, planning and building successful business ventures. KEO is a resource for and about women-owned business. The organization also provides opportunities for students to explore entrepreneurship as a career option and provides members with leadership opportunities in the business world.

Lambda Sigma Tau

Lambda Sigma Tau is a social/service sorority dedicated to serving the college community, developing in the bonds of sisterhood, and enhancing leadership skills. Past Lambda Sigma Tau activities include community clean-ups, canned food drives, volunteering at local hospitals, participating in clothing drives and other charity events. Lambda Sigma Tau also provides members the chance to get together socially, holding TV nights, ice cream parties, dinners, potlucks, BBQs, lunches, retreats, and dances.

LEAD Team

The LEAD Team is a collaborative team of students who work together to create leadership awareness and provide leadership training for other students on campus. There is no hierarchy and each member has equal power and responsibility. The LEAD Team provides leadership training through various on-campus projects and funshops. Any organization or entity on campus can contact the LEAD Team to have a workshop done for that group. All workshops are free and anyone on campus is welcome to use our services. The LEAD Team recognizes a student each month as an everyday leader, provides activities to de-stress during finals week, and contributes to new student orientation. For more information on how to get involved in the LEAD Team contact them at leadteam@stkate.edu.

Leaning to the Left: Democrats, Greens and other Progressives (LTL)

LTL is a student action group committed to the education, resources, and available political action for students who identify with progressive social and political ideologies. It is a group that acts on the local level to encourage political action and progressive ideals of social justice. For more information, contact leaningtotheleft@stkate.edu.

Medical Interest Group (MIG)

MIG offers an opportunity to unite CSC students who are entering healthcare professions. They explore the foundation and current issues in healthcare to expand members’ knowledge of the American medical system. MIG also provides members a support system in striving for academic excellence. MIG has held panelist discussions from various admissions board members from area professional programs, organized a seminar on career development, and provided job-shadowing opportunities. For more information, contact mig@stkate.edu

Minnesota Public Interest Research Group (MPIRG)

MPIRG is a statewide, student-directed nonpartisan advocacy group that has been working on social justice, environmental, women’s rights, and consumer protection issues. Past MPIRG events include showing the film “Skin Deep,” involvement in the Clothesline project, hosting speakers and discussion events, and sponsoring the Homelessness Awareness Sleep-out on the quad, to name just a few. For more information contact mpirg@stkate.edu.

Muslim Student Association (MSA)

MSA provides a community of support, services, activities, and interaction to all Muslim students attending CSC. MSA is involved in Ramadan Awareness Day in which they host a dinner, hold a fast-a-thon, sponsor a speaker, and coordinate a food drive. For more information email www.freewebs.com/stkatemsa

NoThando

(Mother of Love) for UNICEF. NoThando for UNICEF is comprised of dedicated women who act as ambassadors for children. Their purpose is to help under-privileged children all around the world by enlightening the campus community about the perils they face and providing opportunities to make a difference. NoThando speaks for those without a voice.

Occupational Science/ Occupational Therapy Club (OSOT)

OSOT provides informational, educational, social, representational, and fundraising opportunities for current and prospective OSOT students. OSOT has coordinated fundraisers such as bake sales and carwashes. In addition, they have also hosted guest-speakers, planned a Secret Santa holiday party, and sponsored an Adopt-A-Family.

Pi Sigma Epsilon (Business Club)

Pi Sigma Epsilon works to broaden an understanding of the business world from an undergraduate’s perspective. It strengthens student-faculty relations within the Business Department by building a supportive network in which to share ideas and information. Pi Sigma Epsilon has sponsored speakers, held holiday parties, and participated in fundraisers.

Poetry Circle

The St. Kate’s Poetry Circle is dedicated to creating community through the exploration of poetry. This organization aims to make poetry accessible to all and to use poetry as a way of generating new understanding of each other and the world. Poetry Circle seeks to open minds while experiencing the benefit of poetry in our society today. Activities include reading and discussing poetry, hosting poetry events, celebrations and workshops, and building relationships with contemporary poets. For more information contact poetrycircle@stkate.edu.

People Respecting Identity Differences and Equality (PRIDE)

PRIDE diminishes fears and dispels myths associated with homosexuality as a form of sexual orientation or identity by promoting knowledge, familiarity, and understanding of gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender issues. For more information email pride@stkate.edu.

Radiance

Radiance is a Bible study opportunity that utilizes the Campus Crusade for Christ format and provides opportunities for Christian ministry and leadership. Each week Carpenter’s Tools sponsors Bible study. In addition, the group sponsors social events, speakers, and attends events together.

Re-Entry Adult Program (REAP)

REAP offers support, advocacy, and fellowship to St. Kate’s REAP population. A REAP student is a woman who has postponed entering college or is returning to college in the day program. She may be seeking a first or subsequent degree, or attending college for the purpose of self-enrichment. A REAP student is approximately (but not exclusively) 23 years of age or older. REAP serves as a gateway for students to campus services, activities, organizations, and opportunities. Getting involved in REAP gives you a chance to connect with others who can identify with your past and present lives. REAP students get together for monthly lunches, off-campus outings, and sponsor on-campus events such as massage therapists, a white elephant sale, and REAP donut mornings. If you are interested in having a leadership position in REAP or would like more information about REAP and its activities, contact REAP@stkate.edu or call 651.690.8605.

Residence Hall Association (RHA)

RHA acts as a voice for resident students and focuses on programming within the residence halls. RHA participates in planning the Dew Drop Bop, helps sponsor Late Night Breakfast, hosts movies, and coordinates the yearly Murder Mystery Dinner. Service projects include “Citizen Katie,” food drives, and other charity events.

Social Work Club

The Social Work Club provides members with a network of professional, academic, and social support with the profession and college community. Members participate in service projects as well as monthly meetings. The Social Work Club has been involved in the Cookies for Coats project in which the club collects coats for a homeless shelter and in return, the donators receive a cookie.

Somali Student Association

The Somali Student Association promotes awareness and understanding of the Somali culture within the College of St. Catherine. They provide resources about the Somali culture to the St. Kate's community while offering its members leadership opportunities.

Spanish Club

The Spanish Club provides opportunities to facilitate growth of Spanish speaking abilities, expand knowledge of Spanish speaking countries and cultures, and get involved in Latin communities through activities and volunteering. Past activities include weekly Spanish conversation meetings, hosting Spanish movies, and holding dinners.

St. Catherine International Student Organization (SCISO)

SCISO is a coalition group for international students at CSC. It encourages respect and understanding for cross-cultural and international backgrounds. SCISO also encourages support from American students who are interested in learning more about other cultures. SCISO promotes unity with diversity and makes room for development and positive growth. SCISO activities include Dandia, International Potluck, African Night, and International Education week. SCISO also does many wonderful fundraisers.

St. Kate’s Activities Team (SKAT)

SKAT exists to encourage leadership by creating a vibrant community that embraces our uniqueness. SKAT is committed to supporting the holistic development of each person by working collaboratively with others and encouraging meaningful involvement in our St. Kate's community. SKAT sponsors novelty events such as wax hands and make your own stickers. Each month, SKAT hosts a free movie for students on campus and during the fall semester SKAT sponsors an outdoor movie on the quad. In addition, SKAT also sponsors musical events and speakers. At the end of each year, SKAT hosts the Dew Drop Bop. This showcase of musical acts, fun novelty events, and food celebrates the end of the academic year. Not only does SKAT provide on-campus opportunities, but they also sponsor Twin Cities events such as the Mall of America scavenger hunt and tickets to events such as the Tunnel of Terror in October. Leadership positions within SKAT include an Administrative Chairperson, Public Relations Chairperson, Films Coordinator, Twin Cities Connections Coordinator, Daytime Events Coordinator, Publicity Coordinator, Nightlife Coordinator, and Weekend Events Coordinator. For more information about SKAT or learn how to get involved, email skat@stkate.edu or call 651.690.6041

St. Paul’s Outreach Student Organization (SPO)

SPO exists as a campus outreach to the CSC community, encourages Christian discipleship through a relationship with God, fellowship in the Christian community, and participation in service. SPO provides students an opportunity to learn about charismatic spirituality, and provide a context to practice it in worship-a prayer that is inclusive to all faiths. For more information email stpaulsoutreach@stkate.edu.

Student Nursing Association

The Student Nursing Association aids in the development of nursing in relation to their dynamic professional role. The club stimulates campus and community awareness of nursing students as further members of the health care team. In addition, the Student Nursing Association influences health care nursing education and practice through legislative activities. The Student Nursing Association has organized and run a blood drive and hosts social events for nursing students.

Student Nurses Christian Fellowship

Student Nurses Christian Fellowship accepts the challenge to better prepare nurses to assist persons spiritually, psycho-socially, and physically. Student Nurses Christian Fellowship meets weekly to study the Bible, encourage one another through prayer and fellowship, and support volunteering and ministries. The group has volunteered at various homeless shelters in the Twin Cities and created “survival kits’ for new nursing students.

Students Who Are Parents (SWAP)

SWAP provides a resource point and informal support for parents who are students. Members of the group learn about both college and community resources that can address their specific needs. SWAP meets regularly on Tuesdays over the noon hour to encourage social interaction and share resources. Each year SWAP is involved in the campus Trick-or-Treat event with RHA and hosts Family Night with SKAT and REAP.

The Senate

The Senate is the student governing body at St. Kate’s. The main goal of The Senate is to provide a voice for all students. Students are welcome to attend Senate meetings to listen and find out what is going on in the student government. The Senate is divided into roughly two parts, a Legislative and an Executive Board. Those members of the Board who are elected by the student body include the President and Senate Chair as well as the Commuter, International, REAP, Resident and Student Parent Senators as well as the Class Representatives. After the election of the President and Senate Chair, they review together the applications for Executive positions and appoint the Administrative, Academic, External, Financial, Organizational and Public Relations Chairs as well as the SKAT Liaison. All members of The Senate are required to attend all meetings in order to represent their respective constituencies. In addition, each member is required to spend two hours in the office each week as well as serve on committees supporting the detailed work that the Board does. Members are also responsible for submitting monthly reports or articles for publication in The Senate newsletter. In addition, each of the positions has a specialized role. The Senate office is located on the second floor of the Coeur de Catherine in the Student Organization Center. For more information, The Senate may be reached by phone or email at 651.690.6536 or senate@stkate.edu.

Thespians Unite: CSC/UST Theater Club

Thespians Unite fosters community among students interested in theater, exposes students to theatrical culture beyond the collegiate level, and furthers the theater skills of its members.

The Wheel

The St. Catherine Wheel is the student newspaper of the College of St. Catherine. It is a biweekly newspaper and is distributed to various parts of campus every other Friday. The Wheel represents students and the voice of the students on campus. The Wheel covers events that happen on campus and those that happen outside of campus that directly affects CSC students. You can contact The Wheel at wheel@stkate.edu or 651.690.6535.

Volunteers in Action (VIA)

VIA is a group of students constituted to volunteer their time and energy to assist social service agencies throughout the Twin Cities in various volunteer opportunities (i.e. People Serving People, Hope Community, tutoring, and other opportunities through Catholic Charities).

Weekend College Student Advisory Board (WEC Board)

The WEC Board is a team of undergraduate students that act as a liaison between Weekend College Undergraduate students and the College’s administration. Any student enrolled in the Weekend College Undergraduate program is welcomed and encouraged to join the board. The first and most important concern of the WEC Board is to address students’ needs. The WEC Board sponsors a picnic at the beginning and end of each academic year and offers treats, surprises, and speakers for WEC students. For more information contact wecboard@stkate.edu.

Women Actively Voicing the Environment (WAVE)

WAVE increases environmental awareness among the campus community and encourages activities. Members learn about issues relating to our natural world and how to protect and participate in conservation efforts. WAVE has co-sponsored events with MPIRG and REAP, hosting a Peace Coffee talk and a White Elephant sale. Each year WAVE celebrates America Recycles Day by hosting various activities throughout the day. For more information email wave@stkate.edu.

Women Helping Women

Women Helping Women is a volunteer organization that provides free high quality child-care at St. Anne’s Place, a homeless shelter for women and children. For three hours each Saturday and Sunday, the group cares for the children and gives a much deserved and needed break for their mothers. Women Helping Women have held toiletries drives and have done Christmas shopping for St. Anne’s Place residents.

Women of Color

Women of Color celebrates and fosters an appreciation of diversity through the creation of a safe and supportive environment. The group strives to educate themselves, the community, and sisters of all ages. In addition, Women of Color extend support and assist other groups as well as serve as positive role models to CSC and the surrounding community. Women of Color have held a clothing drive for Juvenile Horizon, hosted a spoken word event, and held potlucks.