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All Interest-Based Student Organizations 436 Student Media 9 Graduate Student Organizations 62 Sport Clubs 27 Fraternity and Sorority Groups 23 Departments and Programs 90

A broad range of Student Organizations centered on shared interests, such as academics, community service, cultural, honorary, political, program boards, spiritual. This category includes a wide range of organizations that don’t fall into specialized group types.

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Select Avanzando Latinos con Motivación y Acción's group. Select the group and click on the Join button at the bottom of the page to register for this group

Avanzando Latinos con Motivación y Acción

Interest-Based Student Organizations - Political

Website Mission

Contact: Email group officers

Mission
The purpose of this organization is to support, give back to, and celebrate the Latino community through community service, activism, and educating our members on current events, history, and policies aﬀecting the Latino/immigrant communities. We also want to welcome and
provide a safe space for our Latinx students with diverse backgrounds.

Membership Benefits

(1 Year)
Membership will end on 31 May
Select 410 Productions's group. Select the group and click on the Join button at the bottom of the page to register for this group

410 Productions

Interest-Based Student Organizations - Professional

Website Mission

Contact: Email group officers

Mission
🎞️ Out-of-classroom experiences
🎞️ Resume building opportunities
🎞️ Explore the diverse culture of media

Membership Benefits

Lifetime membership
Select A Moment of Magic at VCU's group. Select the group and click on the Join button at the bottom of the page to register for this group

A Moment of Magic at VCU

Interest-Based Student Organizations - Service

Website Mission

Contact: Sam Nguyen, Jin Beckner, Elena Diaz

Mission
A Moment of Magic is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that harness the power of play to spark joy, foster connection, reduce isolation, and support the mental health and emotional healing for medically vulnerable children and their families.

Membership Benefits

Lifetime membership
Select AAPI HOPE at VCU's group. Select the group and click on the Join button at the bottom of the page to register for this group

AAPI HOPE at VCU

Interest-Based Student Organizations - Service

Website Mission

Mission
The mission of AAPI Hope is to provide AAPI students who are on a pre-healthcare track support and many opportunities relating to the healthcare field. With many first-generation students being among the AAPI community as a whole, AAPI Hope would serve as a way to encourage these students who face the struggles or fears of going to graduate school for the healthcare field. AAPI Hope will allow youth to explore methods and ideas that help them prepare for their respective field or post-graduate study. Members will also be able to connect with others in different healthcare fields, giving them the opportunity to receive proper guidance and advice when it comes to preparing for post-graduate school. Through guest speaking, networking, and community service events, AAPI Hope strives to empower today's group of AAPI students in the healthcare field.

Membership Benefits

Lifetime membership
Select Active Minds at VCU's group. Select the group and click on the Join button at the bottom of the page to register for this group

Active Minds at VCU

Interest-Based Student Organizations - Service

Website Mission

Contact: Yasaswi Veera, Varsha Penumalee, Arjun Nair, Email group officers

Mission
Active Minds at VCU is dedicated to eradicating the stigma surrounding mental health. We seek to educate about different mental health and student wellbeing concerns, as well as provide resources to students. We also work with faculty and staff on student feedback regarding campus wellness initiatives.

Membership Benefits

Lifetime membership
Select Activities Programming Board's group. Select the group and click on the Join button at the bottom of the page to register for this group

Activities Programming Board

Interest-Based Student Organizations - Programming

Website Mission

Contact: Bria Taylor, Sensiere-Yanti Thompkins-Harris, Email group officers

Mission
We are a student-led organization that fosters school spirit, awareness, diversity, and inclusion through a wide variety of events for the VCU community!

Membership Benefits

Lifetime membership
Select Ad Club at VCU's group. Select the group and click on the Join button at the bottom of the page to register for this group

Ad Club at VCU

Interest-Based Student Organizations - Professional, VCU School of Mass Communications, VCU School of the Arts

Website Mission Membership Benefits

Contact: Email group officers

Mission
We bring together creatives, communicators, and big thinkers from across VCU to explore the world of advertising and beyond.

Membership Benefits
We offer plenty of low-pressure, high-energy events to help you learn the ropes and find your people throughout your school years. There is a place for everyone in Ad Club, regardless of major, experience, or background.

Here’s a taste of what’s in store for you:
- A network of peers and pros who have your back.
- Valuable insights about the communications industry.
- Tangible portfolio pieces.
- Hands on skills you don’t learn in class.
- Friends you didn’t know you needed.

We have everything you need for a great semester, the only thing missing is you.

See You at Ad Club!

Lifetime membership
Select Adobe Club at VCU's group. Select the group and click on the Join button at the bottom of the page to register for this group

Adobe Club at VCU

Interest-Based Student Organizations - Special Interest

Website Mission

Mission
Adobe Club at VCU is an on-campus space for students to express their creativity, develop their Adobe Creative Suite skills, participate in fun events, and meet creative friends.

Membership Benefits

Lifetime membership
Select Advocates For Equal Education's group. Select the group and click on the Join button at the bottom of the page to register for this group

Advocates For Equal Education

Interest-Based Student Organizations - Social Justice

Website Mission

Mission
Advocates for Equal Education provides a safe place to discuss educational issues, research educational policy, and changes, and get a better understanding of the education system in VA or in the U.S. Advocates for Equal Education also strives to help the Richmond Community develop a more equitable learning infrastructure and to make sure that all people are allowed and able to access education equally and fairly. Advocates for Equal Education will also be a place to represent and support student’s equal education whether this be outside of school grounds and campuses, or in the classroom. As a student-led organization, we should be the example of what it looks like to be supported by a community whose main goal is to see people from all backgrounds succeed in the workspace and in creative ventures.

Membership Benefits

Lifetime membership
Select Afghan Student Organization's group. Select the group and click on the Join button at the bottom of the page to register for this group

Afghan Student Organization

Interest-Based Student Organizations - Cultural

Website Mission

Contact: Zainab Yousufzai, Email group officers

Mission
The mission of ASO is to educate and spread positive awareness about Afghanistan's history, people, and the diverse cultures. We strive to achieve these goals through the successful planning and implementation of various social and educational events through the guidance and funding of the SGA and the University. All of our events are open to the entire student body, faculty, and staff. We hope to bring awareness and education about Afghanistan as a country of rich culture and history and not a battlefield.

Membership Benefits

(4 Years)
Membership will end on 30 May 2029
Select African Student Union's group. Select the group and click on the Join button at the bottom of the page to register for this group

African Student Union

Interest-Based Student Organizations - Cultural

Website Mission

Contact: Deborahh Atuahene, Tesia Ajetunmobi, Email group officers

Mission
The primary goal of the African Student Union at Virginia Commonwealth University is to promote unity within, but not limited to the African Diaspora. Our focus is to increase the awareness of diversity, multi-cultural, and educational aspects of Africa.

Membership Benefits

Lifetime membership
Select AfroHealth Collective's group. Select the group and click on the Join button at the bottom of the page to register for this group

AfroHealth Collective

Interest-Based Student Organizations - Academic

Website Mission

Mission
The AfroHealth Collective at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) is dedicated to promoting health and wellness within the African diaspora community. Our mission is to advocate for equitable access to healthcare, increase health education and awareness, and support the mental and physical well-being of students of African descent. We aim to reduce stigma surrounding mental health, promote cultural competency in healthcare, and shed light on health disparities affecting marginalized groups. Through education, community-building, and open dialogue, we strive to create a safe and inclusive space where students can connect with their culture, uplift one another, and be empowered to provide genuine, compassionate care within their communities.

Membership Benefits

Lifetime membership
Select AIAA at VCU's group. Select the group and click on the Join button at the bottom of the page to register for this group

AIAA at VCU

Interest-Based Student Organizations - Academic

Website Mission

Mission
The purpose of this organization shall be to provide students in the College of Engineering with the opportunity to increase their skills and application of knowledge of engineering principles by designing, creating, and operating fully functional remote control airplanes.

Membership Benefits

Lifetime membership
Select Alpha Kappa Psi's group. Select the group and click on the Join button at the bottom of the page to register for this group

Alpha Kappa Psi

Interest-Based Student Organizations - Professional, VCU School of Business

Website Mission Membership Benefits

Contact: Email group officers

Mission
Alpha Kappa Psi is Recognized as the premier developer of the principled business leaders.

Membership Benefits
- Access to the international professional network of AKPsi active members and alumni
- Access to private and public AKPsi professional development events
- Access to private and public AKPsi social events
- Affiliation with a diverse and passionate student-run organization
- Opportunity to grow as future principled business leaders

Lifetime membership
Select Alpha Omega's group. Select the group and click on the Join button at the bottom of the page to register for this group

Alpha Omega

Interest-Based Student Organizations - Spiritual

Website Mission

Mission
The purpose of Alpha Omega is to provide a safe place for campus students to come and learn about God and the Bible.

Membership Benefits

Lifetime membership
Select Alpha Phi Omega Service Fraternity's group. Select the group and click on the Join button at the bottom of the page to register for this group

Alpha Phi Omega Service Fraternity

Interest-Based Student Organizations - Service

Website Mission

Contact: Jessie Tignor, Email group officers

Mission
The purpose of Alpha Phi Omega is to promote Leadership, Friendship and Service for the Community, VCU, and the Nation. To be great leaders as well as community service givers. To uphold the standards of Alpha Phi Omega and VCU as we demonstrate what it is to be a Brother and a Student.

Membership Benefits

Lifetime membership
Select Alpha Phi Sigma National Criminal Justice Honor Society's group. Select the group and click on the Join button at the bottom of the page to register for this group

Alpha Phi Sigma National Criminal Justice Honor Society

Interest-Based Student Organizations - Honorary, VCU College of Humanities and Sciences

Website Mission Membership Benefits

Contact: Christina Mancini, Emerson Hernandez-Barahona, Jo Adams

Mission
Alpha Phi Sigma is the National Criminal Justice Honor Society. The society is dedicated to recognizing academic achievement in the field of criminal justice, both at the undergraduate and graduate level. Alpha Phi Sigma seeks to promote discussion of a variety of topics in criminal justice, as well as encourage the exploration of exciting career opportunities in the growing field.

Membership Benefits
Lifetime membership once recognized by Alpha Phi Sigma, graduation honors and regalia, funding options available.

Joining this group requires a vcu.edu email address.

Lifetime membership
Select Always Improving Minds at VCU's group. Select the group and click on the Join button at the bottom of the page to register for this group

Always Improving Minds at VCU

Interest-Based Student Organizations - Service

Website Mission Membership Benefits

Contact: Neel Curtis

Mission
Always Improving Minds (A.I.M.), is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a heartfelt mission: to assist, advocate, and raise awareness for the special needs community. We are committed to creating a world where individuals with special needs are valued, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. Through our various programs and initiatives, we provide essential resources, educational opportunities, and advocacy to ensure that everyone has the chance to thrive. From organizing community service events to providing personalized assistance, A.I.M. strives to be a source of strength for the special needs community. Join us in our mission to create a brighter, more inclusive future for all.

Membership Benefits
Be immediately notified of all volunteer opportunities and get involved with helping the special needs community.

Lifetime membership
Select AMA Medical Student Chapter's group. Select the group and click on the Join button at the bottom of the page to register for this group

AMA Medical Student Chapter

Interest-Based Student Organizations - Professional

Website Mission

Contact: Email group officers

Mission
The AMA Medical Student Section (MSS) and Medical Society of Virginia are dedicated to representing medical students, improving medical education, developing leadership, and promoting activism for the health of America.

Membership Benefits

Lifetime membership
Select American Chemical Society Student Affiliates's group. Select the group and click on the Join button at the bottom of the page to register for this group

American Chemical Society Student Affiliates

Interest-Based Student Organizations - Professional, VCU College of Humanities and Sciences

Website Mission Membership Benefits

Contact: Ava Beaudin, Asia Williams, Email group officers

Mission
Afford an opportunity for students of a chemical science to become better acquainted, to secure the intellectual stimulation that arises from professional association, to obtain experience in preparing and presenting technical material before chemical audiences, to foster a professional spirit among the members, to instill a professional pride in the chemical sciences, and to foster an awareness of the responsibilities and challenges of the modern chemist.

Membership Benefits
Senior ACS Cord, exclusive events such as study bash and lab tours, T shirt!

Lifetime membership
Select American Choral Director's Association Student Chapter at VCU's group. Select the group and click on the Join button at the bottom of the page to register for this group

American Choral Director's Association Student Chapter at VCU

Interest-Based Student Organizations - Professional, VCU School of the Arts, VCU School of Education

Website Mission

Contact: Maddy Bailey, Email group officers

Mission
To help achieve successful education of the ideals of both the national association and its VCU Chapter, through an assortment of events, including but not limited to the attendance at regional and national conferences, workshops, and promoting a community within the ACDA Chapter at VCU.

Membership Benefits

Lifetime membership
Select American Institute of Chemical Engineers at VCU's group. Select the group and click on the Join button at the bottom of the page to register for this group

American Institute of Chemical Engineers at VCU

Interest-Based Student Organizations - Professional, VCU School of Engineering

Website Mission Membership Benefits

Contact: Sarah White, Email group officers

Mission
Promote excellence in chemical engineering education and global practice by providing resources that foster lifelong career development and financial security of chemical engineers through products, services, networking and advocacy.

Membership Benefits
Career development, scholarships, leadership opportunities, National Conference, local industry tours, building engineering network, Mentorship Program

Lifetime membership
Select American Liver Foundation at VCU's group. Select the group and click on the Join button at the bottom of the page to register for this group

American Liver Foundation at VCU

Interest-Based Student Organizations - Academic

Website Mission

Mission
ALF @ VCU is dedicated to promoting liver health and preventing liver disease through education, outreach, and advocacy. We also support and participate in advocacy efforts to help patients and advance liver health programs, such as liver screenings.

Membership Benefits

Lifetime membership
Select American Marketing Association's group. Select the group and click on the Join button at the bottom of the page to register for this group

American Marketing Association

Interest-Based Student Organizations - Professional, VCU School of Business

Website Mission

Contact: Madison Silcox, Email group officers

Mission
AMA's purpose is to provide members the resources to develop their marketing and business skills outside of the classroom through workshops, guest speakers, and networking events.

Membership Benefits

Joining this group requires an email ending in ".EDU".

(1 Year)
Membership will end on 31 May
Select American Nuclear Society at VCU's group. Select the group and click on the Join button at the bottom of the page to register for this group

American Nuclear Society at VCU

Interest-Based Student Organizations - Professional, VCU School of Engineering

Website Mission

Contact: Daniel Rodriguez, Email group officers

Mission
The American Nuclear Society (ANS) is a not-for-profit, international, scientific and educational organization. It was established by a group of individuals who recognized the need to unify the professional activities within the various fields of nuclear science and technology. December 11, 1954, marks the Society's historic beginning at the National Academy of Sciences in Washington, D.C. ANS has since developed a diverse membership composed of approximately 11,000 engineers, scientists, administrators, and educators representing 1,600 plus corporations, educational institutions, and government agencies. It is governed by four officers and a board of directors elected by the membership.Vision: ANS will be the recognized, credible advocate for advancing and promoting nuclear science and technology.Mission: ANS provides its members with opportunities for professional development. It also serves the nuclear community by creating a forum for sharing information and advancements in technology, and by engaging the public and policymakers through communication outreach. Mission components can be found in the ANS strategic plan.Purpose: The core purpose of ANS is to promote the awareness and understanding with regard to the application of nuclear science and technology.

Membership Benefits

Lifetime membership
Select American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) at VCU's group. Select the group and click on the Join button at the bottom of the page to register for this group

American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) at VCU

Interest-Based Student Organizations - Professional

Website Mission Membership Benefits

Contact: Email group officers

Mission
The American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) is a professional organization that
represents interior designers across the United States. It promotes the value of interior design
by supporting its members through education, research, networking, and advocacy, and aims to
advance the interior design profession through high standards of excellence and ethics.
The American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) advances the interior design profession and
unites a community that believes that design impacts lives.
The purpose of ASID at VCU is to provide students with further knowledge and opportunities
within interior design, allowing them to network and connect with classmates and design
professionals.

Membership Benefits
Membership benefits from joining ASID at VCU include being able to attend professional development events, such as professional speaker talks, firm crawl, career fair, portfolio reviews, alumni panels, and more. Members also benefit from casual, social events by connecting and collaborating with peers and other VCU students.

Lifetime membership
Select American Society of Mechanical Engineers's group. Select the group and click on the Join button at the bottom of the page to register for this group

American Society of Mechanical Engineers

Interest-Based Student Organizations - Professional, VCU School of Engineering

Website Mission Membership Benefits

Contact: Charles Cartin, Zack Newman, Email group officers

Mission
Provide students with opportunities to gain hands on engineering experience through international competitions, build their professional networks, and volunteer within the VCU engineering community.

Membership Benefits
You will be able to get food at meetings and participate in future events.

Lifetime membership
Select Amnesty International at VCU's group. Select the group and click on the Join button at the bottom of the page to register for this group

Amnesty International at VCU

Interest-Based Student Organizations - Social Justice

Website Mission

Contact: Email group officers

Mission
Our mission is to improve awareness and support human rights across the world, especially calling out injustices through working with institutions to understand it. We try to work within our means, through indirect aid, spreading of petitions, information sessions, and letter writing campaigns to show our support for those who need it. We are an expressly nonprofit organization, and any money received is put back into our campaigns, doing everything with the intent of supporting others where we can.

Membership Benefits

Lifetime membership
Select Anime Club's group. Select the group and click on the Join button at the bottom of the page to register for this group

Anime Club

Interest-Based Student Organizations - Special Interest

Website Mission

Contact: Bridget Sadler, Email group officers

Mission
Our mission is to have an open and accepting space while discussing, watching, and recommending anime.

Membership Benefits

Lifetime membership
Select Anointed to Dance's group. Select the group and click on the Join button at the bottom of the page to register for this group

Anointed to Dance

Interest-Based Student Organizations - Dance/Performing Arts

Website Mission

Contact: Sheena Weaver, Email group officers

Mission
To praise and worship God through various form of dance and mime.

Membership Benefits

Lifetime membership

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