Student Activities and Leadership
Student Group Directory
The Student Activities and Leadership office assists a large number of clubs, student unions, and larger organizations. This list reflects the most recent information available from club registration forms.
To be added to this list, your group's approved registration form must be on file. Click here to learn about registering.
Accounting Students Association
To provide opportunities for those individuals interested in the accounting field, to share information, explore career choices, build friendships, and provide support for one another.
Contact: Sara Tucker—503-569-3191
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Contact: Sara Tucker—503-569-3191
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Active Social Skeptics
To foster social inquisitiveness, community service, and academic excellence in Sociology.
Contact: Ryan Green—552-6428
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Contact: Ryan Green—552-6428
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Aikido Club
To pursue the basic art of Aikido.
Contact: Andrew Barrow—541-842-0321
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Contact: Andrew Barrow—541-842-0321
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Allied Leaders of Southern Oregon
Integrity first, service before self, excellence in all we do.
Contact: Ryan Green—552-6428
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Contact: Ryan Green—552-6428
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Aquatics Club
We, the members of the Southern Oregon University Aquatics Club, seek to provide our members with education about the different activities that are performed in the water, teach basic water skills, and provide an opportunity to learn competitive swimming skills.
Contact: Cori Barnes—970-618-1773
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Contact: Cori Barnes—970-618-1773
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Ashland Alternative Music Club
Providing entertainment by way of booking bands as well as providing on-campus bands a place to practice and perform.
Contact: Trevor Robison—541-842-0848
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Contact: Trevor Robison—541-842-0848
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ASSOU
ASSOU is a legislative and activist organization that represents and promotes the needs of all SOU students. The organization fulfills its mission through various activities, including the student fee process, advocacy, and coalition building.
Contact: Monique Teal—541-552-6653
http://www.sou.edu/su/assou/
Contact: Monique Teal—541-552-6653
http://www.sou.edu/su/assou/
Baha'i Club
We wish to incorporate people of different backgrounds to discuss the Baha'i Faith and other spiritual practices in a safe environment.
Contact: Ryan Green—552-6428
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Contact: Ryan Green—552-6428
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Ballroom Dance Club
To revive social ballroom dancing within the younger generation.
Contact: John Hampton—541-482-2608
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Contact: John Hampton—541-482-2608
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Black Student Union
We believe that college students of color have a special commitment to make their university relevant to themselves and their community. These students should drive for academic excellence but also educate the campus community about their culture.
Contact: Brooke Anderonmu—503-449-6011
http://www.sou.edu/su/bsu/
Contact: Brooke Anderonmu—503-449-6011
http://www.sou.edu/su/bsu/
Chemistry Club
The SOU Chem Club is a forum in which SOU students interested in chemistry can meet, plan, and hold events about chemistry. The purpose of Chem Club is to share its interest in science with the community.
Contact: Marshall A. Goenawan—541-227-3545
http://www.sou.edu/chem/alchemists/
Contact: Marshall A. Goenawan—541-227-3545
http://www.sou.edu/chem/alchemists/
Civic Engagement Program
The Civic Engagement Program is a resource for all students, student clubs and organizations for service to and engagement in our community.
Contact: Cerissa Payment—552-6454
http://www.sou.edu/su/ce/
Contact: Cerissa Payment—552-6454
http://www.sou.edu/su/ce/
Club Ceramics
To engage SOU students with the ceramics studio and engage the studio with the community through sales, demonstrations, and have guest artists.
Contact: Ryan Green—552-6428
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Contact: Ryan Green—552-6428
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CMENC
The mission of the National Association of Music Education is to advance music education by encouraging the study and making of music by all.
Contact: Erin Luce—541-761-8102
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Contact: Erin Luce—541-761-8102
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Cognito
Cognito is an independent publication created by English and Writing students at Southern Oregon University.
Contact: English Dept.—552-6181
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Contact: English Dept.—552-6181
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Conscious Consumers Club
The Conscious Consumers Club is dedicated to raising awareness and education about sustainable consumption choices that contribute to greater stewardship of our environment and our community. We are particularly committed to promoting a plant-based diet as one of the most important steps toward creating a more sustainable future.
Contact: Anu Lawrence—541-261-8431
coming soon
Contact: Anu Lawrence—541-261-8431
coming soon
Council for Exceptional Children
To advance the education of individuals with exceptionalities and to promote related educational, scientific, and charitable purposes
Contact: Ryan Green—552-6428
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Contact: Ryan Green—552-6428
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Criminology Club
We work to provide criminology students career opportunities, inform them with up-to-date information in criminal justice, and build relationships between students, professionals, SOU, the community, and criminal justice agencies.
Contact: Christina Goldsworthy—541-282-3297
http://www.sou.edu/crim/crimclub/
Contact: Christina Goldsworthy—541-282-3297
http://www.sou.edu/crim/crimclub/
ECOS
By providing students with the apprpriate resources, ECOS can facilitate students in becoming informed citizens in complex areas of study.
Contact: ECOS - SU Basement—552-8512
http://www.sou.edu/su/ecos/
Contact: ECOS - SU Basement—552-8512
http://www.sou.edu/su/ecos/
Education Club
We are a group of education majors.
Contact: Courtney Silvester—541-261-9184
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Contact: Courtney Silvester—541-261-9184
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Environmental Studies and Education
We seek to help students obtain the leadership skills that will guide others in developing an environmental ethic
Contact: Jennifer Craugh—541-488-9539
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Contact: Jennifer Craugh—541-488-9539
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Foreign Cinema Club
To bring various cultures from all over the world to the public through cinema.
Contact: Natalya Verley—503-936-5409
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Contact: Natalya Verley—503-936-5409
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Friends of A Cappella
To support the a cappella community and the music community in general, and to establish ties to other universities in the Northwest through a cappella music.
Contact: Dr. Fredna Grimland—552-6533
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Contact: Dr. Fredna Grimland—552-6533
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Gender Sexuality Union
GSU provides a safe space for support, activism, education, and sensitivation within the GLBTTTQQIPOAA community.
Contact: Ryan Green—552-6428
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Contact: Ryan Green—552-6428
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Geology Club
To play an active role in furthering SOU students, community and schools' interest and activities in Geology and Earth Science.
Contact: Bill Elliott—552-8185
http://www.sou.edu/geology/Student/GeologyClub/
Contact: Bill Elliott—552-8185
http://www.sou.edu/geology/Student/GeologyClub/
German Club
The German Club works to improve knowledge about german speaking countries and to further the cultural exchange between the U.S. and those countries and to improve German language skills
Contact: Wendy Carter—541-324-8191
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Contact: Wendy Carter—541-324-8191
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Go Club
To promote and study the game of Go.
Contact: Ryan Green—552-6428
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Contact: Ryan Green—552-6428
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Ho'opa'a Hawaii Club
To create a home away from home atmosphere for club members. We'd also like to share our Hawaiian culture and educate others about our club.
Contact: Ho'opa'a Hawaii Club—552-8530
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Contact: Ho'opa'a Hawaii Club—552-8530
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Honors Club
To provide an intellectual community for SOU students by promoting academic advancement, critical thinking, and ethical awareness.
Contact: Marianne Casilio—541-778-6057
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Contact: Marianne Casilio—541-778-6057
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Hospitality Club
To educate students interested in learning management and planning of events for organizations both large and small.
Contact: Dennis Slattery—552-6491
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Contact: Dennis Slattery—552-6491
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In B.I.T.S.
To have fun making a positive impact on our school and our community while exploring the opportunities of technology in business and education.
Contact: Donna Lane—552-8203
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Contact: Donna Lane—552-8203
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Inter-Club Council
The Inter-Club Council is an organization made up of representatives from each of the registered clubs on campus. It is a place for student leaders to meet, work together, and to share knowledge. Its primary mission is to promote student clubs on cam
Contact: SAL Office—552-8634
http://www.sou.edu/su/icc/
Contact: SAL Office—552-8634
http://www.sou.edu/su/icc/
International Students Association
To offer a community and support group for internationally minded students, faculty and staff. To raise awareness of diversity on and off campus.
Contact: Ixel Sanchez—541-778-7301
http://www.sou.edu/su/isa
Contact: Ixel Sanchez—541-778-7301
http://www.sou.edu/su/isa
Latino Student Union
To support grand Latino culture arising on campus. To together build a spacious environment where we can discuss our differences, goals, and especially educate students about our culture.
Contact: LSU—552-6031
http://www.sou.edu/su/lsu/
Contact: LSU—552-6031
http://www.sou.edu/su/lsu/
Le Cercle Francephone (French Club)
To promote Francophone culture and language while reaching out to the community. For more information, email: trotterc@students.sou
Contact: Cory W. Trotter—
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Contact: Cory W. Trotter—
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Math Club
Media Collective
More Balls Than Most Juggling Club
Educate and enjoy juggling with others.
Contact: Ryan Green—552-6428
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Contact: Ryan Green—552-6428
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Naked Frogs Biology Club
To promote knowledge in and awareness of the fields of biology, ecology, and natural history.
Contact: Deidre Krupp—541-778-3782
http://www.sou.edu/biology/BioClub/BioClub.htm
Contact: Deidre Krupp—541-778-3782
http://www.sou.edu/biology/BioClub/BioClub.htm
Native American Student Union
To provide support to SOU Native students, raise awareness about contemporary Native American issues and culture, promotion of educational activities and lectures
Contact: NASU—552-6463
http://www.sou.edu/su/nasu/
Contact: NASU—552-6463
http://www.sou.edu/su/nasu/
Oregon Students of Color Coalition Chapter
To support political and non-political actions that encourage the success of students of color in higher education and to work with the OSCC state-wide organization on their campaigns.
Contact: Nicole Jolly—415-847-2789
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Contact: Nicole Jolly—415-847-2789
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OSPIRG
A non-partisan, non-profit that stands up for the public interest on issues like environmental protection, consumer advocacy, and poverty alleviation. OSPIRG teaches grassroots activism and leadership skills to students.
Additional Contact info: Sayla Eisner-Mix 552-8514, Sayla@ospirgstudents.org
Contact: Heidi Spero—552-8514
http://www.ospirgstudents.org/
Additional Contact info: Sayla Eisner-Mix 552-8514, Sayla@ospirgstudents.org
Contact: Heidi Spero—552-8514
http://www.ospirgstudents.org/
Pre-Healthcare Society
Our mission is to build and mantain a society at SOU that provides an organized resource of healthcare opportunities for all enrolled students with goals of pursuing careers in health or any interests that may lie in healthcare related fields. By working in partnership with the local community of Southern Oregon, we will work to represent all healthcare facets, including public and global health, health education, patient advocacy , health policy, healthcare disparities, and medical research.
Email: johnsonti@students.sou.edu
Contact: Tiffany T. Johnson—
www.souphs.org
Email: johnsonti@students.sou.edu
Contact: Tiffany T. Johnson—
www.souphs.org
Psi Chi
Psi Chi is a National Honor Society whose purpose is to stimulate, encourage, and maintain excellence in scholorship of the individual members in all fields, particularly psychology
Contact: Kimberly Cox—552-6948
http://www.sou.edu/psych/psichi.htm
Contact: Kimberly Cox—552-6948
http://www.sou.edu/psych/psichi.htm
Psychology Club
The Club sponsors social functions, recommends students for service on various department committees, and occasionally sponsors programs and projects designed to enrich the educational experience of the faculty and students in the Department.
Contact: Kimberly Cox—552-6948
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Contact: Kimberly Cox—552-6948
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Robotics Club
The Southern Oregon Robotics Club is a group of people interested in understanding first-hand how to build basic robots, and from there how to conceive new forms and applications of robots.
Contact: James Cooper—541-773-9714
http://www.sou.edu/physics/Robotics.htm
Contact: James Cooper—541-773-9714
http://www.sou.edu/physics/Robotics.htm
Rock Climbing Club
Our mission is to provide students interested in rock climbing and mountaineering with access to all the climbing resources in the Pacific Northwest. We will promote education about issues threatening our local climbing areas, practice the leave no trace ethic, and help people go climbing!
Contact: Ryan Green—552-6428
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Contact: Ryan Green—552-6428
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S.C.A. at SOU
To research and re-create the arts and skills of pre-17th-century Europe.
Contact: Mitchell Wiuff—541-778-0862
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Contact: Mitchell Wiuff—541-778-0862
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Siskiyou Newspaper
The Siskiyou Student Newspaper is dedicated to presenting students the events and issues on the SOU campus and Ashland community in an unbiased manner, while providing a hands-on learning opportunity for journalism students at the University.
Contact: Siskiyou Offices—552-6306
http://www.sou.edu/su/siskiyou/
Contact: Siskiyou Offices—552-6306
http://www.sou.edu/su/siskiyou/
SOMA (Greek for Body)
To spread a passion for the supremacy of God in all things for the joy of all peoples through Jesus Christ.
Contact: Edgar Townsend—541-210-4410
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Contact: Edgar Townsend—541-210-4410
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SOU Yoga Club
1) To develop physical, mental, and spiritual health and awareness in its members, and creating a community on campus dedicated to such development. 2) To provide opportunities and resources for youth to develop their potentials as prospective peace leaders. 3) To empower youth to network with each other and co-create a functional model of a healthier and more peaceful youth culture.
Contact: Alison Week—808-990-0053
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Contact: Alison Week—808-990-0053
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Southern Oregon Fine Arts Students (SOFAS)
Promoting the visual arts of SOU through meetings, open studio events, public art education, guest artists and the Student Art Show.
Contact: Kyle Logsdon—541-282-4078
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Contact: Kyle Logsdon—541-282-4078
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Spanish Club
To support the vast array of Spanish speaking cultures found all over the world through learning and sharing in an interactive environment and involvement in the local community.
Contact: Stephen Perkins—541-326-7872
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Contact: Stephen Perkins—541-326-7872
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Student Nurses Association
Facilitate the growth & development of student nurses through leadership building and serving our community.
Contact: Monica Henderson—541-337-9223
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Contact: Monica Henderson—541-337-9223
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Students for Truth
To organize students in an effort to make progressive change in our community. Our goal is peace through action.
Contact: Danny Moffat—360-319-8859
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Contact: Danny Moffat—360-319-8859
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Tango Club
To promote the dance and culture of Argentine Tango in the S.O.U. community.
Contact: Nancy Imig—552-8213
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Contact: Nancy Imig—552-8213
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Veterans' Student Union
The VSU shall promote the wellbeing of veterans at Southern Oregon University through social activities, educational outreach, and wellness programming. The VSU shall support participation in intramural sports and other team oriented activities to establish camaraderie and a cohort experience. The VSU shall collaborate with other student unions or clubs that have projects that are in keeping with the VSU Mission.
Contact: Cameron Mace—509-281-0120
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Contact: Cameron Mace—509-281-0120
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Vox: Students for Choice
To provide SOU community with accurate information on all aspects of reproductive rights, to promote health awareness and education, and to engage in work that aids reproductive health care and access to family planning at all levels.
Contact: Ryan Green—552-6428
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Contact: Ryan Green—552-6428
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Whitewater Club
Learn about our club at Our Club Website. For more information about rivers and creeks in this area, check out OregonRafting.org.
Top rivers in the West:
Idaho's Middle Fork and Main Salmon
Oregon's Rogue River
California's Kern River
Contact: Will Volpert—541-282-3729
http://www.oregonrafting.org/sou_whitewater_club
Top rivers in the West:
Idaho's Middle Fork and Main Salmon
Oregon's Rogue River
California's Kern River
Contact: Will Volpert—541-282-3729
http://www.oregonrafting.org/sou_whitewater_club