College life is all about exploring what the world has to offer. GCU has over 60 clubs and honor societies—everything from academic and campus leadership clubs like the Student Government Association to organizations that focus on personal pursuits such as arts, music, and dance. And there are plenty of options for cultural heritage clubs, like the Latin American Student Organization, and professional honor societies. Don't see the club you're looking for? Starting your own is easy!
Clubs & Organizations
Georgian Court University is home to over 30 student-run clubs and organizations. Discover all Georgian Court has to offer by getting involved and finding your passion outside the classroom.
Deepen your spirituality by joining one of our faith-based groups, dance and cheer your way through the Court by joining the Dance Theatre or the Lions' Cheerleading Club, or expand on classroom learning by getting involved with one of our academic-based organizations. Don't see anything that interests you? Start your own club or organization! The possibilities are endless!
American Chemical Society--Student Affiliate
Since its initiation in 1947, Georgian Court students have valued their membership in the student affiliate of the American Chemical Society, which provides them the opportunity to be part of the largest professional society in the world. The affiliates play an important role in assisting faculty with workshops, chemistry shows, or other projects, planned by the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry faculty, that serve as outreach to the community. There is opportunity to participate in educational field trips, attend regional meetings and poster sessions, and provide tutoring. The affiliates plan their yearly agenda to include interaction with other university organizations at Family Day, participation in fund-raising for various charitable causes, as well as social events. The GCU affiliates have been honored as a "Commendable Chapter" by the parent American Chemical Society.
For more information, contact the Office of Student Development at 732.987.2311.
Black Student Union
The purpose of the Black Student Union is to ensure that history, culture, and well-being of its students, with a special focus on minority students of African heritage and descent is embraced and supported throughout the GCU community. It promotes diversity and change in the community by assisting in community projects and sponsoring events like the annual Black History Month celebration. Membership is open to all students regardless of race or ethnic background.
For more information, contact Wilsar Johnson at john6245@georgian.edu.
Campus Activities Board
The Campus Activities Board offers different types that are traditional, academic, and non-academic. Events are held to help bridge the gap between residents and commuters. The goal is for students to meet new people and socialize. CAB is a part of the Student Government Association. The most traditional and well-known events are the Back Porch Party, Family Day, PJ Party, Spring Social and bake sales. When other clubs and organizations need a lending hand CAB helps out in any way possible.
For more information, contact Tiffany Fierro at tf83223@georgian.edu.
Campus Ministry
The Campus Ministry Club offers students the opportunity to plan, publicize, implement, and support programs in collaboration with the Office of Campus Ministry. Club officers serve as an advisory board to the directors of Campus Ministry. Club members participate in the Thanksgiving and Easter food drives and the Christmas Giving Tree project and serve on the Retreat Team. They respond to global and local emergency situations as needed.
For more information, contact Jennifer Sapienza at js87514@georgian.edu.
The Clionaes History Club
The Clionaes History Club is open to all GCU students who want to have fun while they deepen their understanding of the past. Field trips, museum tours, and regional conferences are some of the activities that take place throughout the year. During the Fall 2008 semester, members of Clionaes and Phi Alpha Theta organized a weekend trip to Washington, D.C.; hosted a presidential election party and a Centennial lecture given by John Gillingham entitled "Women and the Profits of War"; and participated in the Victorian Christmas. In the spring semester, Clionaes and Phi Alpha Theta organized and presented an Irish Experience to members of the GCU community in conjunction with students from Red Bank Catholic High School. They also hosted the "Looking at Lincoln" lecture from esteemed Lincoln scholar Philip Kunhardt. Several members of Clionaes and Phi Alpha Theta also presented papers to the GCU community on Scholarship Day. Service activities include fund-raising for local charities and participation in the American Cancer Society Relay for Life event at Georgian Court. Future events include Edwardian tea parties, organized trips to various historic locations, and many other fun-filled activities both on and off campus.
For more information, contact Kimberly Verwey at kv87689@georgian.edu.
Collegiates for Animal Rights and Its Education (C.A.R.E.)
C.A.R.E. strives to raise awareness and money about animal rights. The club fundraises for shelters, organizations, or specific causes that concern troubled animals. Some examples of fundraisers are movie night, bake sale, and an Easter egg hunt.
For more information, please contact Lauren Guenther at lq99110@georgian.edu.
Commuter Club
GCU is a small university that embraces its commuters. This campus offers many clubs and organizations, appealing to almost every interest or activity, interactive and varied activities, and interesting and unique students that are waiting to make friends with each and every one of you!
The Commuter Club plans many activities convenient for commuters to attend and get involved in. Activities and meetings are held between classes in the early afternoon or later in the evening. As a club, we try to meet the needs of the members and plan all events accordingly. Our meetings are usually held once or twice a month, on a Thursday at 3:00 PM and 6:35PM in the Ruggiero room. We would love for you to come out and join us!
For more information, contact Ashley Quigley at aq84174@georgian.edu.
Council for Exceptional Children (CEC)
The GCU Student Chapter of the CEC is committed to applying knowledge and expertise in the area of special education to assist individuals with disabilities. The club actively participates in university-sponsored events and also sponsors awareness programs, service activities, professional development, and fund-raisers throughout the year.
For more information, contact Danielle Bisonic at db92398@georgian.edu.
Court Art Society
The purpose of the Court Art Society is to encourage, stimulate, and maintain excellence in the field of art at Georgian Court University. The goal of the Court Art Society is to heighten awareness of the many cultural backgrounds and talents of GCU students. Through art projects, trips, and fund-raisers, a synthesis of the appreciation and knowledge of art in all styles and mediums will be encouraged.
For more information, contact Ashley Gawlik at ag88107@georgian.edu.
Criminal Justice Club
The Criminal Justice Club was founded to provide an additional means for students to involve themselves in service, social, and practical pursuits. Since criminal justice practices impact all aspects of society, the club seeks to engage in and support a wide range of related activities, including speakers, trips, and projects for the good of the community and to further the understanding of criminal justice. Membership is open to all students.
For more information, contact Migdalia Laboy at mi87786@georgian.edu.
Campus Crusade for Christ
Georgian Court Campus Crusade for Christ is a resource for interested students to receive answers to questions and counsel regarding principles of Christianity. The club seeks to accomplish this by providing open forums and discussion on pertinent issues on campus along with special meetings and activities, such as "Pizza and God," and outreach to build and foster community at Georgian Court University. Crusade for Christ is committed to providing opportunities for students to develop as leaders. Membership is open to all students.
For more information, contact the Office of Student Development at 732.987.2311.
Dance Theatre Club
The Georgian Court Dance Theatre provides an opportunity for all students to take part in dance classes and performances choreographed by members. The club offers a variety of classes such as Ballet, Jazz, and Lyrical Dance. GCU Dance Theatre has participated in Hearts for Honduras and helped with Thanksgiving baskets. Dance Theatre also performs an annual dance performance at the end of each spring semester. Dance Theatre meets for classes at night during the week and also has at least one monthly meeting for all members. Dance Theatre is a way for students to have an outlet of expression, energy, and creativity. Each individual comes together to create a unified team that practices dance and social skills, but, most importantly, it allows one to let loose and have fun.
For more information, contact Christina Federowski at cf95399@georgian.edu.
De La Salle Club
The mission of the De La Salle Club is to educate others about education and to get students excited about learning. Annual activities include the Scholastic Book Drive and Breakfast with Santa. De La Salle members also go into local classrooms to teach students about different topics. Its goal is to get everyone excited about learning and teaching.
For more information, contact the Office of Student Development at 732.987.2311.
Exercise Science Club (ESC)
The purpose of the Exercise Science Club is to promote health and wellness throughout the GCU community. Sponsoring informative health seminars and participating in charity walks, the ESC brings together students interested in exercise science and wellness. Membership is open to all students.
For more information, contact the Office of Student Development at 732.987.2311.
Identity Ink
Identity Ink is an organization that dedicates itself to enhancing social justice by creating a more equitable community in which all individuals can be accepted regardless of sexual identity. It aims to unite the GCU community as well as create a greater understanding on sexual and spiritual identity. It is open to any member of the Georgian Court community regardless of how they choose to identify themselves. For more information, contact Iveliz Crespo at cres7144@Georgian.edu.
Literary Salon
The purpose of the I.V. Salon is to encourage student discussion of texts, promote scholarly presentation of personal work, and sponsor opportunities for advancing a connection to both the historical and modern worlds of literature.
For more information, contact the Office of Student Development at 732.987.2311.
Latin American Student Organization (LASO)
LASO is a nonprofit and nonpolitical organization created to educate, support, and encourage the Latin American community at GCU. The club promotes leadership, academic scholarship, and involvement in community issues. Events are sponsored throughout the year, including Latin Night, which is held in the fall.
For more information, contact Shinade Ramirez at sr944070@georgian.edu.
Lions Cheerleading
Lions Cheerleading is a club that promotes GCU spirit at sporting events, as well as on campus as a whole. Regular attendance at practice and events is expected from all members as skills and routines are developed. All share a love for the sport of cheerleading and the fun that true spirit in the Georgian Court tradition brings. Club members get involved in community events and service and are expected to exemplify the Mercy core values while having a lot of fun.
For more information, contact Karissa Merkel at km95580@georgian.edu.
Lion's Theatre Club
The goal of the Lion's Theatre Club is to showcase theatre as a way of art. Through the club, prospective actors/actresses can learn to explore the many ways to express and communicate the emotions, feelings, ideas and information given by a character for the purpose of entertainment. The Lion's Theatre Club provides students with an outlet for a truly uninhibited creativity. Acting is a skill that should be taken seriously. With the right coaching and training, almost anyone can act, however the Lion's Theatre Club is so diverse that we train and welcome everyone because our main purpose is to aid students in channeling their creativity in all ways.
For more information, contact Camille Jackson at jack5028@georgian.edu.
Mathematical Association of America—Student Chapter
The GCU Student Chapter of the Mathematical Association of America promotes knowledge, enjoyment, and play with mathematics. Students are encouraged to join together in public service, trips, the promotion of mathematical education, and cooperative problem solving. Yearly activities include lunch meetings, trips to mathematics conferences, competitions, and support of the Pi Mu Epsilon Honor Society Induction.
For more information, contact the Office of Student Development at 732.987.2311.
Model United Nations (MUN)
The MUN provides students with the opportunity to understand the inner workings of the United Nations while developing skills and confidence in diplomacy, leadership, and negotiation. Students are assigned a committee by the moderator based on the students' studies or interests. The students conduct extensive research, become extremely knowledgeable on the topics of the committee, and write position papers based on the assigned country's policies. During MUN meetings, participants learn how to
- maintain proper decorum
- make motions
- speak in committee
- caucus
- vote in a committee
- write resolutions and reports
For more information, contact the Office of Student Development at 732.987.2311.
Nursing Club
The purpose of the nursing club is to provide support for all nursing students, fundraise for charities related to the scope of nursing and improve our knowledge and understanding of the profession of nursing.
For more information, contact Becca Wishbow at rw90897@georgian.edu.
Poetry Club
The Poetry Club, or 'Da Poetry Corner, provides a "corner" where students feel comfortable to express their creativity by writing and performing spoken word. The Poetry Club also helps students overcome their fear of public speaking by performing in front of their peers and other poets.
For more information, contact Jennifer Valentin at jv93118@georgian.edu.
Psychology Club
The purpose of the Psychology Club is to stimulate and maintain excellence in scholarship and to advance the science of psychology. The club participates in Family Day and sponsors numerous fund-raisers during the year. The Psychology Club is open to all students who have an interest in psychology regardless of major.
For more information, contact Jessica Caneal at jc89877@georgian.edu.
Residence Hall Association (RHA)
All resident students are members of the RHA. The association meets regularly to discuss residence hall concerns and coordinate activities for resident students. Residents are encouraged to become involved in the RHA by attending, planning, and/or implementing events and/or by running for elected office. Resident students can run for several leadership positions within the RHA. These positions include president, vice president, secretary, and treasurer.
For more information, contact Sandy Schank at ss82517@georgian.edu.
Social Work Club
Social Work Club members discuss current trends in the field of social work study. The club encourages students to go out into the community and strive to help those in need. Members also participate in Family Day and actively fund-raise during the year.
For more information, contact Linda Kardos at lkardos@georgian.edu.
Society of Physics Students (SPS)
The SPS is a professional association explicitly designed for students. Membership through collegiate chapters is open to anyone interested in physics. Besides physics majors and minors, the society welcomes majors and other students interested in astronomy, biophysics, chemistry, computer science, engineering, geology, mathematics, medicine, meteorology, oceanography, science teaching, technical writing, and other scientific fields. The SPS helps students transform themselves into contributing members of the professional community, as well as provides opportunities for students to participate in conferences, scholarships/fellowships, and summer internships.
For more information, contact the Office of Student Development at 732.987.2311.
Vegetarian Society
The purpose of the Georgian Court Vegetarian Society is to raise compassion for animals on campus, teach people about the vegetarian lifestyle, support those involved in or becoming involved in a vegetarian lifestyle, and to do what ever we can to make life better for animals and people in our area and beyond through charity work and donations. We participate in an animal shelter collection drive, a walk for farm animals, store tours, a Halloween party, Thanksgiving collection baskets, a movie/potluck night, and many other events that will help us raise money for many organizations. Our organization is open to both vegetarians and non-vegetarians. We just encourage those who join to keep an open heart and an open mind.
For more information, contact Jessica Caneal at jc89877@georgian.edu.
Women Overcoming the World (WOW)
Women Overcoming the World provides Christian women a place of fellowship and support. WOW meets twice a month throughout the semester. Membership is open to all students.
For more information, contact Shadiki Harris at sh89710@georgian.edu.
Women's Esteem
The mission of Women's Esteem is to promote healthy choices both physically and emotionally for women in community. Women's Esteem will strive to embrace cultures while creating wellness within ourselves and others. Women's Esteem plans to accomplish empowerment and higher self esteem in ourselves with the support of others.
For more information, contact Necosia Wilson at nw90226@georgian.edu.
Student Programs
Women in Leadership Development (WILD)
The Women in Leadership Development (WILD) program of Georgian Court University is the flagship leadership development program dedicated to educating, equipping, and empowering undergraduate women. WILD provides women with the knowledge, skills, and values necessary for effective and engaged citizenship in their local and global communities. Students are encouraged to assume leadership roles on and off campus to enhance their ability to lead in all aspects of their life. WILD women are often exposed to issues around leadership and prominent women leaders who have already established their roles as leaders within their communities and organizations, locally, nationally, and globally.
WILD students are nominated by faculty, administrators, and staff members who believe nominees have leadership potential. Applicants can also self-nominate. The WILD program is seeking undergraduate women who are interested in learning more about themselves and how they can become stronger leaders in their school and community. Brochures and applications are available in the Office of Student Development. Applications are reviewed at the beginning of each academic year in the fall.
For more information, please contact the Office of Student Development.
Mercy Collegiate Society (MCS)
The Mercy Collegiate Society is an organization designed to engage college students in the charism and work of Catherine McAuley, the foundress of the Sisters of Mercy, the sponsoring organization of Georgian Court University. It is based on the four pillars of social networking, service to the local and global community, the deepening of the spiritual dimension of the person, and engaging in the purest form of leadership—servant leadership. It is designed to be a four-year program; however, students may petition for membership at any time during their academic career at GCU and complete as many phases as possible. Graduate of the program are eligible to join the MCS alumni association.
For more information, please contact the Office of the Provost.
The Office of Student Activities is located in the Arts and Science Center, Room 102.
Telephone: 732.987.2606
