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Aquinas College Student Clubs & Organizations
 
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A.C.S. CFI Aquinas Peace Jam
The Alliance Close Knit POLIS
Alpha Epsilon Delta Council for Exceptional Children Pre-Law/Legal Studies Club
Alpha Sigma Lambda Dance Team Programming Board
AQ Democrats Early Childhood Ed. Assoc. Psychology Club
AQLDA Film Club RHA
AQ MEEPLES Game Club RHC
AQ Michigan Reading Assoc. Gender Studies SAC
AQPELLA GEO S.A.I.N.T.S.
AQRAAD Habitat for Humanity The Saint
AQ Republicans History Club/Phi Alpha Theta Service Leadership
AQ Stars ICE SIFE
Aquinas Actuarial Association Insignis Sociology Club
Aquinas Ultimate Japan-dou! SPARK
Art Club Karate Club Student Nurses Association
A.S.C.D. KIKSUYA Student Senate
Beta Beta Beta Lacrosse Charter Students for Hillary
BRAVO! le Club Francais Students for Life
Business & Accounting League Lit Club (S3)
Casa Hogar Math Club VIBE
Catholic Life Club Music Club WAQU
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2007-2008 AQ Clubs & Organizations
A.C.S. (Aquinas College Chemistry Society)
Advisor: Elizabeth Jensen, (616) 632-2189
This organization is dedicated to exploring the opportunities available to students of chemistry through projects, demonstrations, invited speakers, field trips, and social events.
>>More Information
 
The Alliance
Advisor: Deb Wickering, (616) 632-2075 / Marnika Brown, (616) 632-2455
This organization’s mission is to bring inclusiveness to the Aquinas College community.
 
Alpha Epsilon Delta (Pre-Med/Pre-Health Honor Society)
Advisor: Sr. Katrina Hartman, (616) 632-2188
A club for those interested in careers in health sciences. >>More Information
 
Alpha Sigma Lambda
Advisor: Brenda Hennink (616) 632-2923
An honor society for continuing education students.
 
AQ Democrats
Advisor: Glenn Barkan, (616) 632-2157, and Jason Duncan (616) 632-2837
Mission: To raise awareness of the Democratic party of our country in the Aquinas community.
 
AQLDA
Advisor: Nanette Clatterbuck, (616) 632-2973
AQLDA is a club primarily for education students. It is the first student run chapter of LDA, and the group helps spread awareness of learning disabilities.
 
AQ MEEPLES
Advisor: Noddea Moore, (616) 632-2983
Meeples provides a setting for Aquinas to enjoy a diverse selection of board games that promote friendly competition and social interaction while strengthening critical and analytical thinking skills.
 
Aquinas College Michigan Reading Association
Advisor: Jackie Sweeney, (616) 632-2055
The purpose of this group is to implement community outreach programs in the Grand Rapids area and on campus to improve literacy skills.
 
AQPELLA
Advisor: Barbara McCargar, (616) 632-2417
The purpose of this group is to give members the opportunity to study and perform a variety of a capella music while offering free entertainment to the College and surrounding community.
 
AQRAAD
Advisor: Randy MacGeorge, (616) 632-2945
Aquinas Residents Against Abusive Decisions
 
AQ Republicans
Advisor: John Pinheiro, (616) 632-2835
A campus-based political group fostering conservative and Republican ideals - volunteering on and off campus. AQ Republicans' blog.**
** The opinions and views expressed on this Web site do not reflect those of Aquinas College.
 
AQ Stars
Advisor: Noddea Moore, (616) 632-2983
AQ Stars is the collegiate affiliation of the Make-a-Wish foundation. Our purpose is to assist with wish granting, fundraising, and sharing the power of a wish!
 
Aquinas Actuarial Association
Advisor: Michael McDaniel, (616) 632-2147
The purpose of this group is to provide assistance for future finance mathematicians by preparing for first and second actuarial exams.
 
Aquinas Ultimate
Advisor: Alex Lentine, (616) 632-2955
This group fosters the growth of Ultimate on campus while offering players a chance to compete at the intercollegiate level.
 
Art Club
Advisors: Lisa Yarost, (616) 632-2129
A club that provides opportunities to be involved in a local art community, Art Club provides opportunities like trips and other events revolving around the art world.
 
A.S.C.D. (Association of Supervision and Curriculum Development)
Advisor: Tim Bennet, (616) 632-2446
Mission: To inform those in the field of education about the newest and most effective ideas related to teaching and learning.
 
Beta Beta Beta
Advisor: Jeff McKelvey, (616) 632-2183
National Biology Honors Society that promotes scholarship in the biological sciences through a variety of activities. >>More Information
 
BRAVO!
Advisor: Randy Wyatt, (616) 632-2999
The campus theatre group, they reach out to the campus and community to provide opportunities for individuals to experience theatre and group enrichment through theatrical activities.
>>More Information
 
Business and Accounting League
Advisors: John Hogan, (616) 632-2927, and Kristel Heinz-Ciullo, (616) 632-2934
A club dedicated to providing a link between college and the working world. >>More Information
 
Casa Hogar
Advisor: Damon Bouwkamp, (616) 632-2863
A non-profit student group that raises money and gathers supplies for a Peruvian orphanage, to which they travel to annually.
 
Catholic Life Club
Advisor: Monica Tyler, (616) 632-2163
A religious club that organizes bible studies and other events that allows students at Aquinas College to get involved with their faith.
 
C.A.V.A. (Community Action Volunteers of Aquinas)
Advisor: Eric Bridge, (616) 632-2490
Mission: To plan community service opportunities on campus including Into the Streets and Project Pride.
 
Center for Inquiry on Campus at Aquinas College (CFI Aquinas)
Advisor: Dan Brooks, (616) 632-2068 and Rebecca Coogan, (616) 632-2833
The purpose of this organization is to promote and practice the open, rational, and scientific examination of the universe and humanity’s place in it.
 
Close Knit
Advisor: Monica Tyler (616) 632-2163
This group teaches the AQ community knitting skills to make items for the community.
 
Council for Exceptional Children (CEC)
Advisor: Kelli Esteves, (616) 632-2432
CEC helps raise the awareness of individuals with special needs while providing professional development opportunities for those students pursuing education.
 
Dance Team
Advisor: Terry Bocian (616) 632-2475
This group offers students a venue for expressing dance talent through group performances and competitions and attempts to heighten school spirit by their performances at basketball game half times. >>More Information
 
Early Childhood Education Association
Advisor: Nkechy Ezeh, (616) 632-2431
The purpose of this organization is to advocate for children who have no voice of their own and for members to gain additional information on early childhood education.
 
Film Club
Advisor: Robert Marko, (616) 632-2846
Film Club seeks to support the advancement of film as an art at Aquinas while also providing an outlet for entertainment at AQ.
 
Game Club
Advisor: Michael McDaniel, (616) 632-2147
Mission: To promote all types of gaming on campus to everyone. >>More Information
 
Gender Studies
Advisor: Susan Haeworth-Hoeppner, (616) 632-2974
Promotes discussion and disseminates information about gender related issues. Plans activities/campaigns promoting awareness of gender issues on campus. >>More Information
 
GEO
Advisor: Rich McCluskey, (616) 632-2192
For students interested in environmental and geographic issues, speakers, and volunteer events.
 
Habitat for Humanity
Advisor: Eric Bridge, (616) 632-2490
Habitat is a group of students that works with Kent County Habitat for Humanity by building houses and fundraising with all proceeds going to Kent County Habitat.
 
History Club/Phi Alpha Theta
Advisor: Charles Gunnoe, (616) 632-2834
Mission: To increase the knowledge of history in the Aquinas College community, along with the celebration of our human past. >>More Information
 
ICE (Integrating Cultures Everywhere)
Advisor: Marnika Brown, (616) 632-2455
This club seeks to strengthen diversity awareness and activities on campus.
 
Insignis Honors Program
Advisor: Michelle DeRose, (616) 632-2826 >>More Information
 
Japan-dou!
Advisor: Kayoko Matsumoto Hoover, (616) 632-2154
The purpose of this group is to study and teach Japanese culture, language, and history through various activities in order to promote ethnic diversity and awareness.
 
Karate Club
Advisor: Alex Lentine, (616) 632- 2955
Mission: Promoting self-defense on campus.
 
KIKSUYA
Advisor: Diana Dixon, (616) 632-2158
KIKSUYA strives to support the mission of  the Re-Member project Pine Ridge, South Dakota to enrich the human experience with service and commitment.
 
Aquinas College Lacrosse Charter
Advisor: Luke Griemsman, (626) 632-2474
This group brings an added depth to the athletic competition at AQ by introducing the game of lacrosse to the campus community. Will be an official college sport in Fall 2008!
 
le Club Francais
Advisor: Michel Pichot, (616) 632-2120
The purpose of this club is to promote learning about the French language, culture, history, and people.
 
Lit Club
Advisor: Miriam Pederson, (616) 632-2831
Encourages writers and lit lovers by offering a variety of activities, publishes annual Sampler, and collaborates with other campus groups to bring additional programming to AQ. >>More Information
 
Math Club
Advisor: Michael McDaniel, (616) 632-2147
A group that provides information on careers in math and hosts math oriented activities. >>More Information
 
Music Club
Advisor: Sr. Catherine Williams, (616) 632-2414
Mission: To encourage student participation in various music related activities. Also, to provide support for senior recitals within the music department. >>More Information
 
Peace Jam
Advisor: Bruce Nanzer, (616) 632-2926
An international education program built around leading Nobel Peace Laureates with the goal to inspire a new generation of peacemakers.
 
POLIS (Political Studies Club)
Advisor: Roger Durham, (616) 632-2840
A non-Partisan political studies group that meets around politics, controversy and pizza. >>More Information
 
Pre-Law/Legal Studies Club
Advisor: Bradford Winkler, (616) 632-2172
Providing opportunities to students considering the legal profession.
 
Programming Board (Tree Top Productions)
Advisor: Sara Frees, (616) 632-2457
This group strives to provide learning experiences that enrich the mind, body, spirit, and of the community through programs that are fun, challenging, and value collaboration. >>More Information
 
Psychology Club
Advisor: Dr. Lorriane Straw, (616) 632-2253
Mission: To enlighten and support psychology majors and minors. >>More Information
 
RHA (Residential Housing Association)
Advisor: Randy MacGeorge, (616) 632-2945
Mission: To organize and produce a number of major social events on campus. >>More Information
 
RHC (Residence Hall Councils)
East Area RHC Advisor: Terry Keller, (616) 632-2950
St. Joseph’s RHC Advisor: Alex Lentine, (616) 632-2955
Regina RHC Advisor: MaryAnn Matzke, (616) 632-2946
These councils sponsor activities such as the semiformal Christmas Dance, Siblings’ Weekend, weekly movies, floor activities and work together with other campus organizations to promote activities.
 
S.A.C. (Social Action Committee)
Advisor: Mary Clark-Kaiser, (616) 632-2489
This committee promotes awareness and action about the social injustice of the times and makes known the alternatives. S.A.C. sponsors films, speakers, discussions and rallies on such critical issues as nuclear power, world hunger and world peace.
 
S.A.I.N.T.S.
Advisor: Zoe Carmichael, (616) 632-2849
Students Against Influence Negligence and Self Doubt strives to promote good physical and mental health within the Aquinas College community.
 
The Saint
Advisor: Dan Brooks, (616) 632-2068
The Saint (formerly the Aquinas Times) is the campus newspaper run by and for the students. This voice of the Aquinas community provides campus and local news, advertisements, entertainment news and a forum for opinions. >>More Information
 
Service Leadership
Advisor: Eric Bridge, (616) 632-2490
Promote and Fundraise Service Learning trips and organize service projects around Michigan and across the nation.
 
SIFE
Advisor: Masato Yamazaki, (616) 632-2063
SIFE, Students In Free Enterprise: Active on more than 1,500 college and university campuses in 40 countries, SIFE Teams are improving the quality of life and standard of living for millions of people around the world. >>More Information
 
Sociology Club
Advisor: Michael Cushion, (616) 632-2079
This group is dedicated to exploring different social aspects of our environment through experiences such as volunteering, observations, and discussions. 
 
SPARK
Advisor: Mary Clark-Kaiser, (616) 632-2489
Praise and worship group lead by students for students.
 
Student Nurses Association
Advisor: Sr. Linda Thiel, (616) 632-2196
Their purpose is to learn from, and contribute to, the field of nursing through personal and professional opportunities.
 
Student Senate
Advisor: David Weinandy, (616) 632-2058
The Senate is one of the largest and most active student organizations on campus and is the representative body of Aquinas College. It coordinates most student activities and events helping to make Aquinas a fun and exciting place to be. The Senate is also one of two legislative bodies of the College, the other being the Academic Assembly. Through the Senate, the students have a voice and a vote in developing programs and policies that are responsive to the changing needs of the student body. >>More Information
 
Students for Hillary
Advisor: Molly Patterson, (616) 632-2841
This group hopes to spread the Senator’s vision for a new progressive era in America by encouraging dialogue about our nation’s political future.
 
Students for Life
Advisor: Monica Tyler, (616) 632-2163
A group that is dedicated to educating others about pro-life issues.
 
Students Striving for Sustainability (S3)
Advisor: Matt Tueth, (616) 632-2191
Provides an avenue for Sustainable Business students to take a more proactive role in business, social, and environmental progress.
 
VIBE (Voices Inspiring Black Students Everywhere)
Advisor: Marnika Brown, (616) 632-2455
This group strives to unite and serve as the voice of the black community and show concern for the well-being and progress of black students through programming and educational opportunities.
 
WAQU (1590 AM)
Advisor: Marty Fahey, (616) 632-2844
WAQU is available via streaming audio from any computer on the Aquinas network. Tune in for a wide variety of musical programming. >>More Information
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