Student Clubs & Organizations
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Student Clubs & Organizations www.wilmu.edu/StudentLife American Criminal Justice Association-Lambda Alpha Epsilon--Alpha Delta Chi Chapter The Wilmington University Criminal Justice Association provides out-of-class learning experiences, networking opportunities, social interactions, and a sense of camaraderie among the Criminal Justice majors. Dr. James Warwick; 302.356.6863 [email protected] Checkmates Do you like playing chess or want to learn how to play chess? WilmU Checkmates meets at the New Castle Campus in the Student Center! All are invited to join, regardless of experience! Johnathon Miloro; 302.327.4747 [email protected] Digital Film Making Club The purpose of the Digital Film Making Club is to provide members with networking, education, career and portfolio development. Timothy Day; 302.356.6871 [email protected] Dover Ambassadors The Dover Ambassadors assist with University events, provide campus tours, answer questions from the student perspective, and help with student services at the Dover site. Additionally, Ambassadors give back through participating in community service in the area. Jonathan Mallory; 302.734.2495 [email protected] Dover Cyber Maker Club The Dover Cyber Maker Club’s primary purpose is to help students develop their skills with computer and network security. Students are able to take advantage of partnerships with Microsoft and VMware and learn how to build their own learning environment on their own computers. Additionally, students learn how to utilize Linux and Open Source software. Steven Gomolski [email protected] Education Club This club is for any students who are interested in the education profession and in child development. The Education Club provides opportunities to interact and network, engage in professional discussions, to discuss current issues in education, and to develop experiences leading to the understanding of the educator as a lifelong learner. Dr. Jane Barfield; 302.356.6796 [email protected] Game Club The purpose of the Game Club is to provide a place for Wilmington University students to try out a variety of old and new types of gaming entertainment. Scott Shaw, Advisor; 303.356.6987 [email protected] Green Team The Green Team is a volunteer group of students, staff and faculty striving to raise awareness on campus, at home and in the community. The Group is working to establish Sustainability programs that improve environmental quality, decrease waste, and conserve natural resources and energy. Higher education institutions bear a profound responsibility to increase the awareness, knowledge, skills and values needed to create a just and sustainable future. Thomas Hurd, Advisor; 302.356.1180 [email protected] Higher Education Student Association The Higher Education Student Association (HESA) is a student-led organization, focusing on the development and support of future higher education doctoral students. The organization is focused on creating an environment that promotes understanding, guidance, and support through peer networking based on journeys and experiences other students have taken on their way to becoming a Doctor of Higher Education. Dr. Nina Buchanan; 302.327-4868 [email protected] Military/Veteran Student Organization (MVSO) The purpose of the Military/Veteran Student Organization (MVSO) is to promote camaraderie and encourage networking amongst our Military and Veteran students through a non-political social organization. James Webb, Advisor; 302.342.8669 [email protected] Multicultural Student Association The mission of the Multicultural Student Association is to foster and enrich Wilmington University Students' awareness of diverse cultures. We will offer support and guidance to our members as well as actively participate in functions on and off campus. Angelina Burns, Advisor; 302.356.6741 [email protected] Muscle Movement at WilmU Muscle Movement at Wilmington University helps raise awareness and support for local families who are affected by neuromuscular diseases. The club also provides an applied learning experience in organizational management, fundraising, public speaking, marketing, communications, and a variety of additional educational fields. Peter Bailey, Advisor; 302.295.1191 [email protected] Online Student Association This organization is for all WU students that want to connect with other students and participate with online activities. Members will have a chance to network with students, faculty, and staff in a relaxed atmosphere. Kelly Clayton, Advisor; 302.356.2454 [email protected] Ping Pong Club The mission of the Ping Pong Club is to bring people together who share a love of table tennis. All students are welcome to join, regardless of experience, and meetings are typically held on the last Friday of each month at 5pm in the Pratt Student Center. Jim McCloskey; 302.356.6880 [email protected] Poetry & Arts Club The Poetry & Club is a place where students can express their thoughts through spoken word and poetry. All students are welcome to join, regardless of major. Meetings are typically held on Fridays in the Student Center. Kelsey Styles; 302.327.4759 [email protected] Psychology/Organizational Dynamics Student Association Our club allows members to explore internships, career opportunities, attend workshops & lectures with guest speakers, and build relationships in the field. This organization is committed to developing the field and practices of OD through sharing best practices, innovations, trends, research, approaches, and techniques. Kelly Cheeseman, Advisor – New Castle Chapter; 302.356.6764 [email protected] Dr. Ghabour, Advisor – Dover Chapter; 302.342.8653 [email protected] Society for Human Resource Management The Wilmington University Student Chapter—Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) is responsible for providing students with an overview and opportunities in the field of human resource management. Robin Weinstein, Advisor; 302.669.6605 [email protected] Spectrum Spectrum promotes awareness, acceptance, tolerance, and support of LGBTQIA+ students, staff and allies. Kevin Barry; 302.295.1170 [email protected] Sports Management Club The Wilmington University Sports Management Club is open to students interested in the sports management and business fields. The club helps students take advantage of sports management events and conferences in the area. Dr. Janice Wardle, Advisor; 302.356.6786 [email protected] Student United Way The Wilmington University Student United Way is a student-run branch of the United Way of Delaware. We are a group of student volunteers devoted to lending our time and talent for the benefit of our surrounding community. Through our efforts, we hope to encourage other students to become both active members of our club and volunteers within their own community. Ultimately, our goal is to inspire our members to continue giving and volunteering beyond their experiences at Wilmington University. Patty Greene, Advisor; 302-356-6752 [email protected], [email protected] Student Government Association The Student Government Association (SGA) is the primary governing body of all students enrolled at the University. Through SGA, students have a voice in planning collegiate activities and performing community service on a regular basis. Meetings are usually held on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month in the Pratt Student Center from 4pm-5pm. Alice Miller, Advisor; 302.356.6966 [email protected], [email protected] Student Legal Association The purpose of the Student Legal Association is to build professional and personal networks for students with their instructors, advisors, and the legal community at-large; to foster personal and academic camaraderie among students; to educate the membership by means of guest speakers from the legal community; to inspire a sense of pride in the community through volunteer opportunities, to prepare members to join the legal community upon graduation with the knowledge and support necessary for success. Nicole Ballenger, Advisor; 302.356.6765 [email protected] WilmU Reads Book Club The WilmU Reads Book Club was created to provide a space for students, faculty and staff to build community through participating in monthly book discussions and activities. Meetings are typically held during lunchtime and members are welcome to bring their lunch and chat about the club’s latest book selection. Jim McCloskey; 302.356.6880 [email protected] WilmU Toastmasters Club Toastmasters is a nonprofit educational organization that operates clubs worldwide for the purpose of helping members improve their communication, public speaking, and leadership skills. Meetings are usually held on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month at the Wilson Grad Center from 6pm-8pm. Dr. Adrienne Bey, Advisor; 302.295.1224 [email protected] WilmU Toastmasters – Dover Toastmasters is a member organization for the purpose of helping members improve their communication, public speaking, and leadership skills. Meetings are typically held on Saturday mornings at the Dover site. Jonathan Mallory; 302.734.2495 [email protected] Wildcat Cheerleaders The Wilmington University Wildcat Cheerleaders perform at basketball games, compete in local/national competitions and can be seen at many other campus and community events. Ashley Mundy, Coach/Advisor; 302.356.6817 [email protected] Young Professionals