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A Cappella Council

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Closed - Music and Dance

Web site

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



A Space

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - LGBTQIA

Web site Mission Contact: Tyler Franklin

Mission
A Space is a group dedicated to establishing a safe space for those on the asexual and aromantic spectra to meet and talk and learn and share ideas. Anyone on either spectrum, or anyone questioning whether they may be on either spectrum, is welcome to attend meetings. Meetings will mostly consist of a social aspect, a learning aspect, and a group discussion aspect, with group activities interspersed throughout each semester. A Space will also work together with the larger LGBTQIAP+ community and other queer organizations at RIT to make sure that the A is both accurately represented and included.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Academic Support Center

Academic Support Center Department Programs & Initiatives - Department

Web site Mission Contact: Julie Walsh, Email group officers

Mission
To assist and empower students to achieve academic success.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Action Puzzle Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Gaming

Web site Mission Contact: Jake Holtham, Kalyan Krause

Mission
A place to get together and compete with games of the action puzzle genre – primarily Tetris and Puyo Puyo.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Aero Design

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - STEM

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Lydia Yeckley, Email group officers

Mission
Our mission is to design, test, build, and fly RC model aircraft in the AIAA DBF competition. Each year, the design parameters change to give us a new challenge to adapt and build for. In the 2017-18 year, we will be travelling and competing in Witchita, Kansas in April.

Membership Benefits
24 Hour access to the Aero Design Lab [after 1 semester of active involvement], flying trips, hands on experience with composites, laser cutting, and aerodynamic concepts.


Lifetime membership



Agape Christian Fellowship

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Religious & Spiritual

Web site Mission Contact: Bryan Chan

Mission
Agape Christian Fellowship (ACF) is an evangelical Christian campus ministry that was established in 1995 serving the University of Rochester, Eastman School of Music and Rochester Institute of Technology.

We are a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural student group devoted to learning, understanding, and applying Biblical truths into our lives. The primary focus of this fellowship is to minister to students through teaching, training, and guiding them in the ways of the Lord, during their years of undergraduate and graduate studies. We are here to provide the student body with an environment where students can develop and build upon their spiritual foundations and meet other students who share that same desire.

We seek to foster a community of believers throughout the Rochester area who will support each other in living the Christian life and to disciple students through small groups, Bible studies, large group meetings, accountability, serving the community, good Scriptural teachings, and fellowship. It also provides different outreach and serving opportunities as a part of the discipleship process for students.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Aikido Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Sports

Web site Mission Contact: Katy Mollenkopf, Spencer Mycek

Mission
The RIT Aikido Club encourages the practice, discussion, and appreciation of the Japanese martial art of Aikido. We currently meet Saturdays from 4-6pm in the Clark Gym Wrestling Room


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



ALANA Artist Union

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Cultural

Web site Mission

Mission
The ALANA (African, Latin, Asian, Native American) Artists Union is a space for students of the ALANA community to come and express themselves through creative means for the benefit of their identity and peace.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



ALANA Collegiate Association

Representative Student Organizations (RSO) - Multicultural

Web site Mission Contact: James Macchiano, Christian Gayles-Love

Mission
It is the mission of the ALANA Collegiate Association to improve the overall collegiate experience of ALANA students through the promotion of academic excellence, cultural expression and leadership.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Alpha Epsilon Pi

Fraternity & Sorority Life - Fraternity & Sorority Life

Web site Mission

Mission
The mission of Alpha Epsilon Pi is to develop the future leaders of the world’s Jewish communities. This mission is demonstrated every day through acts of brotherhood, Tzedakah (charity), social awareness and support for Jewish communities and Israel.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Alpha Phi Alpha

Fraternity & Sorority Life - Fraternity & Sorority Life

Web site Mission Contact: Malik Johnson

Mission
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. develops leaders, promotes brotherhood and academic excellence, while providing service and advocacy for our communities.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Alpha Phi Omega

Center for Leadership & Civic Engagement Affiliated Groups - Leadership & Civic Engagement

Web site Mission Contact: Colin Mellett

Mission
Alpha Phi Omega provides service to various campuses, organizations, and causes, both Nationwide and in the Greater Rochester Area! RIT's chapter of ΑΦΩ is the Xi Zeta chapter. Our chapter is all about doing service both on the RIT campus, and throughout Rochester. We've been involved with Haunted Hayride, Relay for Life, Foodlink, Boy's and Girl's Club, and many more organizations and events.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Alpha Sigma Alpha

Fraternity & Sorority Life - Fraternity & Sorority Life

Web site Mission

Mission
Alpha Sigma Alpha promotes high ideals and standards for its members throughout their lives by emphasizing balance among our four aims of intellectual, physical, social and spiritual development. Alpha Sigma Alpha provides opportunities through sisterhood, heritage, leadership and service.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Alpha Xi Delta

Fraternity & Sorority Life - Fraternity & Sorority Life

Web site Mission

Mission
The mission of Alpha Xi Delta Fraternity is to enrich the life of every Alpha Xi Delta. We will nurture unity and cooperation, foster intellectual, professional and personal growth, exemplify the highest ethical conduct, instill community responsibility, and perpetuate fraternal growth.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Alpine Ski Club

Competitive Club Sports & Performance Federation - Sports

Web site Mission Contact: Joseph Urbano, Email group officers

Mission
A club consisting of two parts - a recreational club that skis/rides for fun during the week, and a competitive racing team that competes every weekend in regional events as a part of the United States Collegiate Ski and Snowboard Association Mideast Conference.


Membership Benefits


Feel free to join on this page; however, please note that in order to officially join the club on any of our off campus events, there are additional steps required including a yearly waiver and payment for trips. If you have any questions about deadlines or our timeline, don't hesitate to reach out to us or contact one of the officers directly.


Lifetime membership



Amateur Radio Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Music and Dance

Web site Mission Contact: Parth Sane

Mission
Amateur Radio Club. Involved in all things radio.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



American Hotel and Lodging Association

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Business & Management

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Elizabeth Grese

Mission
A club for anyone interested in the hospitality industry. We sponsor hospitality trips and events so that students can get real life experience.


Membership Benefits
Network of hospitality industry professionals
Become part of a team dedicated to hospitality
Gain experience in the industry through volunteerism and events
Host and attend on campus and off campus events


Lifetime membership



American Indian Science and Engineering Society

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - STEM

Web site Mission Contact: Anna-Lucia Jacobson-Eckert

Mission
The American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) is a national, nonprofit organization focused on substantially increasing the representation of American Indians, Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians, Pacific Islanders, First Nations and other indigenous peoples of North America in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) studies and careers.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



American Institute of Architecture Students

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Art Media & Design

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Leah Przybylski

Mission
We are a select group of students in the Master of Architecture program
at RIT, committed to a better future for the built environment, a stronger
connection to the community of Rochester, and a strong legacy of
current and future students of the RIT master of architecture program.

RIT AIAS seeks to enrich the educational experience of RIT Architecture
students and the RIT student body by bridging the gap between
student experience and professional leadership, as well an appreciation
for the built environment and sustainable initiatives. It serves its
student members by funding conference attendance, promoting
professional development with a variety of events, discussions, and
workshops, and encouraging community involvement.

Membership Benefits
We strive to encourage and sponsor all our members to attend
international, national, local, and conferences on leadership,
sustainability, and design excellence.

We also coordinate with local architecture firms to set up studio tours
and build a young professional mentorship program.


Lifetime membership



American Institute of Graphic Arts

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Art Media & Design

Web site Mission

Mission
AIGA is the American Institute of Graphic Arts and is the largest and oldest membership organization in the world for designers. We work in forwarding design culture and thought and helping professionals find work and connect with each other across the wide world of design. We at RIT’s AIGA student chapter want to do a similar service for you all in the RIT student body; bringing in speakers, creating networking events, and doing all manner of things to connect RIT design students and other creatives with each other, professors, and professional designers. We want to create a closer creative community here on campus and help them go off into the professional world. Make sure to follow our instagram and facebook pages to stay up to date on the world of RIT design. We hope to connect with you all throughout the coming school year. Have a great day and hope all is well.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



American Society of Civil Engineers

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - STEM

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Brady Smith, Email group officers

Mission
ASCE focuses on preparing upcoming civil engineers for a career in engineering and construction through workshops, presentations, and hands on involvement in our two competitive teams. These two teams are where students have the opportunity to meet new peers, learn about the pieces of managing a successful project (planning, design, testing, funding, construction, coordination, teamwork, ect.), and learn hands on skills that aren't taught in a classroom. Between these teams and our workshops we hold for students, ASCE's ultimate goal is to prepare students for a successful career in their desired sector.

Membership Benefits
Members Only Events
Professional Networking Opportunities
Early access to events and workshops
Volunteer Opportunities
Traveling to the Upstate NY Student Conference with Steel Bridge or Concrete Canoe (if selected)

This group is restricted to Officers only


Lifetime membership



aMUSE

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Cultural

Web site Mission Contact: Taylor Carpenter

Mission
aMUSE is a club geared towards cultivating professional relationships and engagement opportunities between RIT students and cultural entities such as museums, historical societies, museum professional groups, and more in Rochester and the surrounding area. Additionally, aMUSE seeks to strengthen connections between peers in a multitude of programs who have interest in the local cultural community.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Animation Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Art Media & Design

Web site Mission Contact: Mirjam Makovec

Mission
The purpose of the Animation Club is to function as the social backbone for students with an interest in animation, providing a network of current students and recent alumni, and furthering knowledge and appreciation for the process and industry of animation.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Anime Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Special Interest

Web site Mission

Mission
We are an organization that seeks to create an open and inviting environment for anime fans to meet with those that share their interests. In addition we seek to spread knowledge of anime and awareness of Japanese culture to the student body of RIT. We hold many weekly events throughout the year, as well as a host of special events; the largest of which is Tora-Con.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Archery Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Sports

Web site Mission Contact: Kristine Liotta, David Sadowski

Mission
Recreational archery welcome to all skill levels meeting once a week. All equipment is provided.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Arnold Air Society

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Leadership & Civic Engagement

Web site Mission Contact: Keegan Evans

Mission
"Arnold Air Society (AAS) is a professional, honorary, service organization advocating the support of aerospace power. Rochester Institute of Technology is home to the Colonel Andrew J. Dougherty Squadron, which has existed since 1986.

Detachment 538's Arnold Air Society squadron and Silver Wings chapter has been setting the example at the regional and national levels. Arnold Air Society has held Area Headquarters for the northeast region in 1989, 1994, 2004, 2006, 2012, and 2015. The squadron also served as the National Headquarters in 2014. Silver Wings, re-activated in 2013, has also seen a lot of recent success, serving as the National Headquarters in 2015."


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Art House

Special Interest House (SIH) - Art Media & Design

Web site Mission Contact: Alix Janssen

Mission
An art-focused special interest house. We try to give people opportunities to live with/around artists, allowing those people to share and expand their skillset.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Asian Culture Society

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Cultural

Web site Mission Contact: Sandy Wu, Nancy Perez, Email group officers

Mission
- Promote awareness and provide an understanding of the Asian culture and heritage to the students of RIT and the greater Rochester community
- Provide a conducive environment for encouraging Asian students to utilize their history, culture, and art to foster self-esteem and respect for their heritage
- Socializing: meeting new and interesting people and simply, having some fun!

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Asian Deaf Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Cultural

Web site Mission Contact: Email group officers

Mission
Give the opportunity to Asian and non-Asian students to have equal benefits of sharing a diversity of cultures and values among others and promote cross-cultural understanding among students with diverse backgrounds.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Associated General Contractors

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - STEM

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Syed Zamin

Mission
“Further the career opportunities of our members with respect to the construction industry by interacting and communicating with the business world, developing leadership and organizational skills and informing students on the political agendas regarding the future of the construction industry.”


Membership Benefits
Membership Benefits include:
-Members only event with food provided
-Tours of construction sites with local construction firms
-Guest speakers from the local construction industry
-Mentorship program for younger students to learn from upperclassmen


Lifetime membership



Astronomy Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - STEM

Web site Mission

Mission
Discussion on recent Astronomy news, possible projects, lectures by professors from the Astrophysics department.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Badminton Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Sports

Web site Mission Contact: Email group officers

Mission
Members gather together weekly to play some badminton.

The club is for all students regardless of their badminton skill to be able to enjoy weekly exercise. The club is held every Friday from 6 - 8 pm. at Student Life Center gym court 5.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Baja SAE

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - STEM

Web site Mission Contact: Christopher Mehalakes, Email group officers

Mission
Our club is a non-profit collegiate organization sponsored by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE). RIT Baja gives students the opportunity to design, build, and race an all-terrain vehicle. Our mission is develop the engineering skills of every student involved while encouraging the passion for the team which brings us all together.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Ballroom Dance Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Music and Dance

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: James Chin, Email group officers

Mission
Founded in 2003, the RIT Ballroom Dance Club is a social club sponsored by Student Government that focuses on providing students and interested persons of all skill levels with instruction and the resources necessary to become involved in recreational or competitive ballroom dance. No partner or experience is necessary; our only requirement is that you have fun!

We expose regular members to the majority of traditional ballroom and latin/rhythm dances, primarily providing instruction for American waltz, tango, foxtrot, cha cha, rumba, and east coast swing. On occasion, instruction for dances not on our typical syllabus may also be provided.

We're just a small part of a larger community of dance clubs on the RIT campus. Therefore, we encourage our members to experiment with new and different styles of dance in order to improve their individual ability, meet new people, and achieve a more rounded knowledge of dance in general.

We do hope you’ll join us. To be added to our mailing list, shoot us an email at
rbdcballroom@gmail.com!

Many of us started right here at RIT in the Wellness program. If you didn’t know, RIT Wellness offers beginner ballroom and latin classes (that count toward your graduation requirements!) as well as intermediate classes for more experienced dancers. Dance classes are listed under the course subject WDAN on SIS; trust us, it will be a ton of fun!


-- Spring 2019 Schedule --

We meet in the Student Alumni Union, Fireside Lounge on Mondays from 9-11 PM
and
Fridays in the Student Life Center, Upper Dance Studio from 8-10 PM.


-- Spring 2019 E-Board --

James Chin, President
Mingrui Li, Treasurer
Shadiah Morrison, Secretary
Sydney Ferro, Public Relations

Christie Dobson, Advisor


Updated: February 1, 2019

Membership Benefits
Follow us on social media for more updates!!

Facebook: RIT Ballroom Dance Club
Instagram: @rit_ballroomdance


Lifetime membership



Bangladesh Cultural Society

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Cultural

Web site Mission Contact: Sudmun Habib, Fayez Mehdad, Iqraa Priyata

Mission
Bangladesh cultural society for all Bangladeshi students.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Baseball

RIT Varsity Athletic Team - RIT Varsity Athletics

Web site Contact: Robert Grow

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Bee Keepers Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Special Interest

Web site Mission Contact: Elizabeth Millar

Mission
To leave a lasting and positive impact on the environment of the RIT campus through education, service, and impact, focusing on the honey bee population.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Best Buddies

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Leadership & Civic Engagement

Web site Mission Contact: Annika Moline

Mission
Mission:
Best Buddies International is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment and leadership development for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

Who We Serve:
The IDD community that Best Buddies serves includes, but is not limited to, people with Down syndrome, autism, Fragile X, Williams syndrome, cerebral palsy, traumatic brain injury and other undiagnosed disabilities.

Programs:
Best Buddies is the world’s largest organization dedicated to ending the social, physical and economic isolation of the 200 million people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Our programs empower the special abilities of people with IDD by helping them form meaningful friendships with their peers, secure successful jobs, live independently, improve public speaking, self-advocacy and communication skills, and feel valued by society.

Membership Benefits


www.bestbuddiesonline.org


Lifetime membership



Bhakti Yoga Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Religious & Spiritual

Web site Mission Contact: Puneeth Kukkadapu, Sikha Rani

Mission
Bhakti yoga club is a shared, spiritual space and community based on trust,
respect, and compassion, exploring the principles that underlie yoga practice generally, and bhakti yoga
-- the yoga of loving service -- specifically. Students get in touch with their spiritual side, expand their
horizons, re-discover their connections, and apply Gita wisdom to modern life. The higher taste of
Bhakti powerfully inspires positive thinking and provides the strength to overcome negative habits,
encouraging the spiritual growth of our future.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Bhangra

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Cultural

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Harchandan Pour

Mission
Bhangra is a high energy dance form from Northern India, from the state of Punjab. RIT Bhangra hopes to bring that culture to RIT as well as put a modern twist to it all. In the end our mission is to have fun and spread our culture.

Membership Benefits
Become part of a fun group of outgoing individuals. Learn a new skill. Meet new people. Develop some planning and leadership skills.


Lifetime membership



Bioinformatics Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - STEM

Web site

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Biotech Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - STEM

Web site Mission Contact: Yara Rose

Mission
We have weekly one hour long meetings on Monday nights from 6:30-7:30 PM in Gosnell room 1300. From our Research Shadowing Day to career seminars we aim to give opportunities for members to learn about the biotechnology field. In our meetings we first discuss a new biotech topic that was chosen the week before. These discussions help us to stay up to date with the latest developments in the field. The second half of our meetings are then used to plan any upcoming events.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Black Awareness Coordinating Committee

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Cultural

Web site Mission Contact: Email group officers

Mission
The mission of Black Awareness Coordinating Committee is to improve the college experience of Black students through unification, upliftment of the community, and by promoting cultural and social consciousness to all.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Blockchain Technology Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - STEM

Web site Mission Contact: Hector Escobedo, Ethan Witherington, Email group officers

Mission
Our mission is to educate students about blockchain technology and explore its potential implications for society. Blockchain technology is rapidly bringing finance, supply chain logistics, voting, and more into the decentralized digital age. We aim to make it as easy to understand as possible, so that everyone can participate. Our members are developers, miners, traders, and just plain enthusiasts. Come join us!

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Bowling Club

Competitive Club Sports & Performance Federation - Sports

Web site Mission Contact: Joseph Radwan, Email group officers

Mission
The RIT Bowling Club is a competitive sport club. The club is made up of two components: a competitive team, where members try out for spots, and a casual club, which is open to any RIT student who wishes to bowl for fun. We welcome bowlers of all skill levels!


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Brazilian Student Association

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Cultural

Web site Mission

Mission
BRASA is a space for celebrating and spreading knowledge about the Brazilian culture. The club will also act as networking device between Brazilians’ in other US universities.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Breakdance Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Music and Dance

Web site Mission Contact: Email group officers

Mission
To help teach and spread the culture of breakdance to anyone who's interested. We teach all levels from beginners to advanced dancers. Even if you've never danced before, don't be afraid to stop by!!!

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Brick Beats Dance Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Music and Dance

Web site Mission Contact: Email group officers

Mission
This club is open to dancers of any level. We work as a group to create choreography and perform it at events on campus. We are all about sharing our love for dancing and having a great time while doing so!

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Brick City Boppers

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Music and Dance

Web site Mission Contact: Suzannah Kaiser, Artem Pugachev, Guy Azriel, Gina Kersey, Email group officers

Mission
Brick City Boppers is dedicated to teaching and promoting swing dancing throughout the RIT community.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Brick City Singers

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Closed - Music and Dance

Web site Mission Contact: Wil Clancy, Gavriel Miles, Email group officers

Mission
A Cappella Group.


Membership Benefits


Group password:


Lifetime membership



Brothers And Sisters In Christ

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Religious & Spiritual

Web site Mission

Mission
Basic is a community of believers focused on experiencing the love of Jesus and giving it away. We seek to grow as individuals and as a group, help others in tangible ways, and love God with all that we are.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Business and Technology Professionals

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Business & Management

Web site Mission Contact: Nick Renzoni, Grant Franko

Mission
Business and Technology Professionals is a club created to form a community where business and technology could come together. Saunders is known for its networking events so we have different companies and recruiters come in and tell us about the companies as well as opportunities within the company. We also aspire to to create projects so we can create work that we ca display to RIT as well as future employers and boost our credibility. An example is working with Saunders to make new analyzation of their enrollment data so they can make educated decisions within their department about incoming students, transfer students, etc. We hope to learn things that a regular classroom/class can not teach to build our professional skills as well as knowledge about technology and how it collides with the business world.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Campus Life

Campus Life Department Programs & Initiatives - Department

Web site Contact: William St. Jean

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Campus Life Clubs

Campus Life Department Programs & Initiatives - Department

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Di'Monique George, Email group officers

Mission
The Center for Campus Life supports and provides inclusive programs, services, and environments that foster engagement and connection to the RIT community.

Membership Benefits
As a vital part of the Division of Student Affairs and the greater RIT community, members of Campus Life will value and espouse:

A student focused environment
Diversity and inclusion in all aspects of our operations
Collaboration and teamwork
An innovative culture
Continuous personal and professional development


Lifetime membership



Capoeira Angola Quintal

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Sports

Web site Mission Contact: Matthew Gould, Email group officers

Mission
A club that teaches the Brazilian martial art of Capoeira and it's associated Afro-Brazilian musical traditions.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Car Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Special Interest

Web site Mission Contact: Blake Walters

Mission
A group of enthusiasts who like to learn more about cars and help others out and educate them on automobiles.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Caribbean Student Association

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Cultural

Web site Mission Contact: Harianne Hewitt, Email group officers

Mission
The Caribbean Student Association is a club that provides a second home to the students that are of Caribbean descent so that they can freely express their culture and relate to other Caribbean Students in a safe space. CSA also works to educate the RIT community about the culture, customs, and attributes of the various Caribbean Islands.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Center for Leadership and Civic Engagement

Student Affairs - Department

Web site Mission Contact: Amanda Metzger, Email group officers

Mission
We prepare RIT students to exercise leadership as members of a rapidly changing global community.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Center for Residence Life

Residence Life Department Programs & Initiatives - Department

Web site Mission Contact: Marc Goldman, Adam Griffith

Mission
The Center for Residence Life is committed to engaging, inclusive and safe living-learning environments. We foster student success through pioneering initiatives, collaboration within our department and throughout the campus, and a focus on a respectful community, holistic development, and personal wellness.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Ceramics Guild

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Art Media & Design

Web site Mission Contact: Roxanne Elahi, Zara Davis

Mission
A club devoted to bringing the joy of handmade ceramic goods to the people on campus and the greater Rochester area.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Chabad

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Religious & Spiritual

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Emily Morgan, Email group officers

Mission
Chabad seeks to be a "home away from home" for Jews on campus and offers a wealth of social, educational and spiritual programs.

Membership Benefits
Shabbat dinners, holiday events, and Jewish learning


Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Cheerleading

RIT Varsity Athletic Team - RIT Varsity Athletics

Web site

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Chess Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Special Interest

Web site Contact: Email group officers

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Chi Upsilon Sigma

Fraternity & Sorority Life - Fraternity & Sorority Life

Web site Mission

Mission
We, the members of, Chi Upsilon Sigma National Latin Sorority, Incorporated®, aware of the prejudices and obstacles facing the minority women of our communities, dedicate ourselves to improving these conditions and to working towards the betterment of all women. We have unified ourselves through the sisterhood of Corazones Unidos Siempre and by our Founders’ ideals of open communication and community service, as well as the development of political, educational, cultural and social awareness. We devote ourselves to this challenge, to be achieved through hard work, patience and the collective effort to educate, as is exemplified in our motto, ‘Wisdom Through Education’.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Chinese Students and Scholars Association

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Cultural

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Roger Xu

Mission
Enrich the RIT global community and campus diversity and to help new Chinese student to be a part of RIT community.

Membership Benefits
Long term relationships with Chinses Consulate and various of benefits from the campus and Chinese government.

Invitation only

Group password:


Lifetime membership



Circle K

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Leadership & Civic Engagement

Web site Mission Contact: Carson Bloomingdale, Coehl Gleckner

Mission
Circle K International (CKI) is the premier collegiate and university community service, leadership development and friendship organization in the world. With more than 13,000 members in 17 nations, CKI is making a positive impact on the world every day.
Circle K clubs are organized and sponsored by a Kiwanis club on a college or university campus. CKI is a self-governing organization and elects its own officers, conducts its own meetings and determines its own service activities.
CKI blends community service and leadership training with the opportunity to meet other college students around the world. Projects such as the Six Cents Initiative, CKI’s International fundraiser that aims to provide water to the 2.2 billion children worldwide who lack safe drinking water, bring CKI members together to make a difference in the world.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Club Café

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Special Interest

Web site Mission Contact: Robin Avenoso

Mission
To share our love for Coffee with all Coffee enthusiast on campus. Join us for our new School of the Wise meetings where we will have our signature cold brew, hot coffee and tea to enjoy free while we discuss intellectual topics.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



codeRIT

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Special Interest

Web site Mission Contact: Chris Baudouin, Email group officers

Mission
codeRIT represents a coalition of RIT students with a mission to represent the RIT hackathon community on a national level. It focuses its attention towards increasing its relationship with other collegiate technical communities, teaching software development and entrepreneurial skills to its members, and uniting a fragmented collection of groups amongst GCCIS as one RIT group.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



College Activities Board

Service Student Organizations (SSO) - Department

Web site Mission Contact: William St. Jean, Kalie Lazarou, Email group officers

Mission
The College Activities Board (CAB) is a student-run organization that serves as RIT’s premier organization for event planning and campus programming. The mission of CAB is to provide a diverse and unique assortment of events to entertain and engage students outside of the classroom. CAB prides itself on creating, planning, and executing quality events in collaboration with campus partners for the RIT community.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



College Democrats

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Special Interest

Web site Mission Contact: Jason Wolf, Zachary Talis

Mission
Political club dedicated to providing a space for students to "learn, develop, and act upon progressive ideals". We hold weekly discussion based meetings and collaborate with other clubs to talk about politics.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



College Panhellenic Council

Fraternity & Sorority Life - Fraternity & Sorority Life

Web site

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



College Republicans

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Special Interest

Web site Mission Membership Benefits

Mission
The mission of RIT College Republicans is to promote the principles of the Republican Party to college students and to understand the stances of Republicans on current events, debates and policymaking process.

Membership Benefits
Learn to develop political skills and leadership abilities as preparations for future services to their respective communities and the Republican Party. Go to events and create a network among the political institution and increase political participation to be utilize in your future.


Lifetime membership



College Union Poetry Slam International

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Special Interest

Web site

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Colleges Against Cancer

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Leadership & Civic Engagement

Web site Mission Contact: Megan Brown, Email group officers

Mission
RIT's Colleges Against Cancer supports the mission of the American Cancer Society (ACS), specifically, to aid in eliminating cancer as a major health problem through research, education, advocacy, and service. By initiating and supporting programs of the American Cancer Society and other organizations in our college community we advocate for the ACS to our peers. We also achieve this throughout our planning and execution of our biggest fundraising event, Relay for Life.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Compeer Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Wellness

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Sophia Roach, Matthew Sluka

Mission
*Compeer Clubs' mission is providing strengthening friendship to Rochester Institute of Technology community whom are diagnosed with a mental health disorder.

*Become an ally to those affected with mental health disorders.

*Become a volunteer to help support a friend with a mental health disorder.

*Help break the stigma.

*Become aware of the diverse mental health disorders.

Membership Benefits
Learn about mental health disorders, gain experience in volunteer opportunities and the gratitude of helping an individual lead a healthier, happier and more productive life.

Becoming an ally to those who are affected with mental health disorder.


Lifetime membership



Computer Science House

Special Interest House (SIH) - STEM

Web site Contact: Dan Giaime

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Cosplay Troupe

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Special Interest

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Erin Mcanany, Email group officers

Mission
The RIT Cosplay Troupe is a RIT club, full of hobbyists and actors that all share an interest in cosplay, crafts, performing arts, and geek-media.

Membership Benefits
$5 discount on all our events.

Access to club tools and supplies including, but not limited to, sewing machine, heat gun, dremel rotary tool, and drill.


Lifetime membership



Cricket Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Sports

Web site Mission Contact: Aditya Kunwar

Mission
RITCC is a cricket club for RIT students. RITCC will organise year round cricket tournaments and will also provide a good platform for talented cricketers in RIT to play competitive cricket against teams from outside RIT.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Cru

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Religious & Spiritual

Web site Mission Contact: Paige Meacham

Mission
To be a caring community, passionate about connecting others to Jesus Christ

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Curling Club

Competitive Club Sports & Performance Federation - Sports

Web site Mission Contact: Email group officers

Mission
RIT Curling represents RIT competing in USCA Collegiate Bonspiels around the northeast. We also try to grow the sport of curling in our community. We expect next year to be a large year of growth for us (as we typically see each year following the winter olympics).


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



DDI Tutoring

Division of Diversity & Inclusion - Department

Web site Mission Contact: Liz Bremer

Mission
The Division of Diversity & Inclusion (DDI) Tutoring Program is an opportunity for students involved with DDI programs to receive academic support and course guidance from their peers those students who are also involved with DDI programs.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Deaf and Hard of Hearing Healthcare Student Association

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Special Interest

Web site Mission Contact: Ashley Gleason

Mission
Our mission is to provide Deaf and Hard of Hearing students, interpreting students, and hearing students interested in serving/working with the deaf population at RIT/NTID opportunities to: find resources, build a professional network, learn about various topics in healthcare and the jobs available to them, as well as learn how to navigate the healthcare field as a Deaf individual. and set up a mentorship program.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Deaf International Student Association

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Cultural

Web site Mission Contact: Paula MacDonald, Hannah Klingensmith, Lilli Jensen, Arturo Peralta Silva, Email group officers

Mission
Deaf International Student Association is a club and brings international customs, traditions, involvement, education, and entertainment to the RIT campus. It is an affiliate of the Global Union. To provide a strong foundation and encourage the continual educational study, understanding, and love of the many global cultures and ethnicity, attained only through self-confidence and teamwork. To empower each individual with the abilities to work with a diversified background of ethnicity and culture as well as utilizing learned skills to enrich our lives with the beauty and understanding of our intentional world.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Deaf Queer Alliance

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - LGBTQIA

Web site Mission Contact: Email group officers

Mission
Deaf/Hard of Hearing LGBT advocate group/organization.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Debate Society

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Special Interest

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Nathan Falkenburg

Mission
The RIT Debate Society exists first and foremost to help its members gain skill and experience in the art of debating. This prime directive is naturally accompanied by benefits including (but not limited to): travel to other universities to debate against others in a tournament setting, honing of public speaking skills, development of logical argument formulation, and practice extrapolating categorical truths from paltry evidence.


Membership Benefits
Membership is open to regularly enrolled undergraduates, postgraduates, alumni, faculty, staff, and night students – so long as they are in good standing with the Institute.
Active Members are eligible to participate in activities related to the selection or operation of the Executive Board or club advisors.



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Delta Phi Epsilon

Fraternity & Sorority Life - Fraternity & Sorority Life

Web site Mission

Mission
The mission of Delta Phi Epsilon is to provide a sisterhood experience rich with tradition, innovation and opportunities for growth.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Delta Sigma Phi

Fraternity & Sorority Life - Fraternity & Sorority Life

Web site Mission

Mission
Our mission is to empower and encourage our members to become Better Men – men of courage, men of action, and men of excellence.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Delta Sigma Theta

Fraternity & Sorority Life - Fraternity & Sorority Life

Web site Mission Contact: Kijana Crawford, Alessa Edwards, Email group officers

Mission
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated is an organization of college educated women committed to the constructive development of its members and to public service with a primary focus on the Black community.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Dumbledore's Army @ RIT

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Leadership & Civic Engagement

Web site Mission Contact: Sydney Kasok, Amanda Weiss

Mission
Dumbledore's Army at RIT is a university chapter of a non-profit organization known as the Harry Potter Alliance (www.thehpalliance.org). The Harry Potter Alliance uses parallels from the books to promote charity and social activism within the Harry Potter fandom community. Promoting literacy, raising awareness of Darfur, and sending aid to disaster-struck places like Haiti are among the things the Harry Potter Alliance takes part in. At RIT, we'll do fundraisers for charity and run book drives, but more importantly we'll build a community dedicated to helping others and sharing our love/appreciation/etc. for the Harry Potter series. If you'd like to learn more, we meet in the Campus Center Reading Room on Wednesdays of odd weeks from 8-10 PM.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Ebony Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Multicultural

Web site Mission Contact: Marquawn Holmes, Jessica Coonjbeharry

Mission
The purpose is to support, help and serve the community to understand and acquire knowledge on the heritage, culture and the identity of the Black Deaf Population. We believe in providing multiple opportunities to develop a sense of unity, skills and space for Students in our community.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Economics Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Business & Management

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Email group officers

Mission
Open discussion club about current events and how current events relate to the economy. No Economics class knowledge needed to attend

Membership Benefits
To gain a better understanding of Economics and how Economics relates to current events. Also a place for respectful debate accompanied by pizza.


Lifetime membership



EDM Family

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Music and Dance

Web site Contact: Seth Sieger, Matt Agger

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Effective Altruism

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Leadership & Civic Engagement

Web site Mission Contact: Devin Kalish

Mission
RIT Effective Altruism is a club for discussing the foundations and applications of the "Effective Altruism" movement.
The basic premise of Effective Altruism is trying to figure out how to do “the most good”.
The movement has a heavy focus on philosophy and research, and generally applying methods of rationality to problems, the most common framework used to assess the importance of an issue is looking at how large, tractable, and neglected it is. We apply ideas from fields ranging from economics to psychology to ethics, to try and solve them.
Effective Altruism is based on the idea that while helping others is good, not all forms of this are equal, and it is morally imperative to use evidence and reason to do good in the best ways possible. This is usually focused on charitable giving, but also relates to career choice, politics, and consumer decisions as well.
While giving your time and resources to one good cause versus another may feel the same to you, there can be a difference in impact on the scale of hundreds or even thousands for some uses versus others.
The biggest specific subareas of interest within Effective Altruism are global health and development, factory farming, and the long term future.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Eight Beat Measure

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Closed - Music and Dance

Web site Mission Contact: Samuel Snyder

Mission
Eight Beat Measure is RIT's Original All Male Acapella Group.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Electric Vehicle Team

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - STEM

Web site Mission Contact: Andrew Eberhard

Mission
Fast. Clean. Electric.
Among its many principles, the Rochester Institute of Technology’s Electric Vehicle Team (EVT) is dedicated to the design of custom electric race motorcycles, the continuous provision of industry-comparable experiences, and maintaining an environment that encourages interdisciplinary collaboration among its members.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Electronic Gaming Society

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Gaming

Web site Mission Contact: Evan Misiorski, Sean Mack, Email group officers

Mission
The club for RIT gamers to meet others and utilize the equipment the club has. The club holds weekly meetings to allow members to rent out games, and present a weekly featured game or subject matter to talk about.


Membership Benefits


This group is restricted to Officers only


Lifetime membership



Empty Sky Go

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Gaming

Web site Mission Contact: Timothy Geary, Email group officers

Mission
Whether you're an avid Go player,
a lover of strategy games, or someone
looking to take up a new hobby,
Empty Sky has something to offer!

We meet twice a week for casual
games, host two AGA tournaments a year, and beginners are always welcome!

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Enby

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - LGBTQIA

Web site Mission Contact: Email group officers

Mission
Enby is a support group for non-binary, gender-nonconforming, and gender-questioning students at RIT. At Enby, non-binary students should be able to discuss their personal experiences with being non-binary and ask other members of the community for advice on how to deal with non-binary issues. Anyone who does not identify as a binary gender or who is questioning their gender identity is welcome to attend. For the purpose of creating a safe and supportive environment, Enby is a group closed to people who do not identify outside of the gender binary or who are not questioning their gender identity. This rule may be suspended either for single meetings or for the foreseeable future, but only with the explicit consensus from Enby members at large.

Enby meets weekly on-campus. If you are interested in learning more about the group, please inquire at the Q Center.

Membership Benefits


This group is restricted to Officers only


Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Encore

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Closed - Music and Dance

Web site Mission Contact: Melanie Morris

Mission
Encore has been active since 1996, but not until 2003 did we leave behind our piano-accompaniment-based roots and truly become RIT's first all-female a cappella group! Since then, we've been rocking events on and off campus, traveling all over the state (and occasionally internationally!) to perform music ranging from 50's swing music to modern pop.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Engineering House

Special Interest House (SIH) - STEM

Web site Mission Contact: Aaron Tomassini, Email group officers

Mission
Engineering House is a Special Interest House with a focus on an interest in any, and all, forms of engineering. Established in 1971, we have a large range of alumni to support us. We promote team-building and encourage members to work together to accomplish goals. Engineering studies at RIT are demanding, but you will find that you could have a significant advantage by being a member of Engineering House. Members have access to our pool lounge, kitchen, study lounge, and VAX. In the study lounge you will find walls blanketed with white boards, study aids, and easily accessible tutoring. Half of the VAX houses our stadium seating theater with a surround sound system. The other half is dominated by our workshop, in which you will find a 3D printer, hand tools, power tools, and anything else needed to complete your project. Our strong family atmosphere allows us to work together to sponsor events, encourage project completion, and participate in many exclusive activities throughout the year, including movie nights, athletic events, intramural sports, house trips, community service, and much more.

Membership Benefits


If you wish to be an on-floor member, you must be an incoming freshman and apply through housing. If you wish to be an off-floor member, you can simply email ehouserecruitment@gmail.com.


Lifetime membership



Engineers for a Sustainable World

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Environmental & Sustainability 

Web site Mission Contact: Christopher Kratzer, Morgan Mistysyn

Mission
ESW-RIT’s vision is a world of environmental, social, and economic prosperity created and sustained by local and global collective action. Our mission to forge innovative, lasting solutions to local and global sustainability challenges starts with; Designing and implementing sustainable projects through our student and professional chapters, Educating and training individuals and organizations on sustainable policies and practices, and Building a global network of communities with a shared culture of sustainability.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



English Language Center

Student Affairs - Department

Web site Contact: Email group officers

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Environmental Science Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Environmental & Sustainability 

Web site Mission Contact: Jesse Gilman

Mission
This club aims to be an academic club for anybody interested in environmental science and current climate related events. Our hope is to establish an opportunity to discuss research opportunities and discoveries, current events related to environmental science, and other topics that interest members. This would be accomplished through mini-lectures or presentations that the club members would prepare. We also hope to eventually get guest lecturers from professors or perhaps even scientists from outside RIT. Ultimately, our goal is to expand our knowledge in a collaborative sharing space.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Equestrian Club

Competitive Club Sports & Performance Federation - Sports

Web site Mission Contact: Victoria Nolletti

Mission
The RIT Equestrian Club is a club focused on social integration and intercollegiate competition with a primary focus on social interaction for those who enjoy horses, regardless of experience.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Exploration and Geocaching Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Special Interest

Web site Mission

Mission
Geocaching is a game played by thousands around the world. The basic idea is that someone hides a "cache" and logs the coordinates on the website. Then the other players can go and find the cache. The point of the game is to get out and explore the area around you, as cache's are typically hidden at interesting locations including parks, hiking trails, statues, monuments, artworks, and anything else that might be interesting or not well known. There are currently 1,309 cache's hidden in a 10 mile radius of Rochester. The club would be a way for fellow players to meet and play together, and to teach the game to people who have not heard about it yet. Another aspect of the game is hiding a cache. Cache's can be hidden almost anywhere, they can include riddles, be multistage, or even virtual. The club would get the opportunity to design and hide it's own cache.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Fantasy Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Special Interest

Web site Mission Contact: Joel Petritsch

Mission
Fantasy Club wishes to take people on adventures through the fantastical worlds of Middle Earth, Westeros, and anywhere else our members wish to go!

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Fencing Club

Competitive Club Sports & Performance Federation - Sports

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Evangeline Crouch, Jennie Thomas, Email group officers

Mission
To spread the Olympic sport of fencing, both competitive and casual, for all three weapons - foil, epee, and saber. Proud member of USA Fencing and the US Association of Collegiate Fencing Clubs.

Practices - Saturdays, 2-4 pm, Student Life Center
First two weeks are in Courts 4 and 5, after that we're in the Mini Gym

Membership Benefits
Two free trial practices, then dues required (amount TBD). All equipment provided, and no experience necessary! We welcome new members of all athletic abilities.


Lifetime membership



Field Hockey Club

Competitive Club Sports & Performance Federation - Sports

Web site Mission Contact: Email group officers

Mission
The purpose of the organization is to have fun through athletic competition while promoting sportsmanship and good health.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Fighting Game Community

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Gaming

Web site Mission Contact: Anthony Pichardo

Mission
RIT FGC is focused on providing a place for the fighting game genre to meet up weekly and holding the occasional tournament


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Financial Management Association

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Business & Management

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Jackson Wikstrom, Nick Renzoni

Mission
Have you ever felt interested in gaining an understanding of stock trading? Have you ever wanted to invest your money and watch it grow? Join us!

Membership Benefits
For one hour twice a month Financial Management Association discusses trading/investing strategies and applies these strategies to the real-world through a portfolio granted to the club from RIT. In roughly three years we have seen around a 33% increase in this portfolio!




Lifetime membership



FIRST Robotics

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - STEM

Web site Mission Contact: Brett Johnson, Connor Henley, Email group officers

Mission
FIRST Robotics provides mentoring to the local FIRST community and works on robotics related projects throughout the academic year.


Membership Benefits


Thank you for you interest in RIT FIRST. Your sign-up will be validated after the first regular meeting you attend.

More details required: How did you hear about RIT FIRST?


Lifetime membership



For The Record

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Music and Dance

Web site Mission Contact: Christopher Bove, Email group officers

Mission
For the Record is a club curated for RIT students who have a shared passion for Hip/Hop music and culture. We provide a laid-back and fun place to discuss all things Hip/Hop, allowing us to enjoy the music and immerse ourselves in culture. We also aim to expose Hip/Hop to anyone curious about the genre, to educate on Hip/Hop culture and history, and modern day impact. All in a casual, communal, and most of all limitless environment.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Formula SAE

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - STEM

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Jason Levy, Dakota McDonough, Email group officers

Mission
The RIT Formula SAE Racing Team is dedicated to designing, fabricating, testing, developing, racing, and promoting the finest Formula SAE racer in the world. We will strive to become the most professional, respected, and prestigious team in SAE. We will provide a constructive learning environment that will strengthen new team members by giving them the best hands-on engineering experience. Through our commitment to quality both in the shop and on the track we will better ourselves and our competition. We will accomplish this through teamwork, dedication and effective communication.

Membership Benefits
RIT Formula SAE members get valuable real-world experience working on a multi-disciplinary team to produce a tangible product each year. This experience translates into doors opening for the best available co-op and full-time opportunities, as well as a tight network of friends.

Come to our meetings Tuesdays and Thursdays at 8PM in GLE-2360, and Saturdays at 10AM, also in GLE-2360. That's it!


Lifetime membership



Fowl Play

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Special Interest

Web site Mission Contact: Tess Friedel

Mission
An improv-based comedy troupe.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Fraternity & Sorority LIfe

Campus Life Department Programs & Initiatives - Fraternity & Sorority Life

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Grace Koester, Amanda Wickham, Email group officers

Mission
Mission

Fraternity & Sorority Life is committed to enhancing RIT’s fraternity & sorority community by providing support that promotes and recognizes excellence in academics, leadership, service, and social responsibility.

Vision

The RIT Fraternity & Sorority Community will become the premier fraternity & sorority community in the nation

Goals
To increase support for all RIT recognized fraternities and sororities
To develop a sense of community belonging among the members, chapters, and governing councils
To assist the governing councils in their goal to achieve self-governance
To assess all chapters to determine their individual strengths and opportunities

Membership Benefits
Rochester Institute of Technology is home to 29 diverse inter/national social fraternities and sororities. These organizations offer students an opportunity to enhance college life in a unique environment. Commitment to personal and organizational excellence is the cornerstone of the RIT fraternity and sorority experience. Fraternity & sorority membership is a valuable opportunity for personal, intellectual and social development.
Each fraternity and sorority share a deep commitment toward the development of the individual members as well as the entire chapter. Throughout the years, RIT fraternities and sororities have promoted scholarship, actively participated in a variety of community service projects, raised money for their national philanthropies, competed in athletic and intramural sports and socialized with other organizations.


Lifetime membership



Freestyle Snowboard Team

Competitive Club Sports & Performance Federation - Sports

Web site Mission Contact: John Moricone

Mission
"The purpose of the organization is to compete in snowboarding competitions through
USASA (The United States Snowboard Association) as well as to increase the skill of all of
the members of the team. These competitions include the competitions held by USASA
during the winter and spring, culminating in the National Competition that is held. "


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Fulbright Scholars Association

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Leadership & Civic Engagement

Web site Mission Contact: Mohamed Elmasry, Sayed Samim Rohany, Andrea Gonzalez Esteche Gonzalez Esteche, Siriphone Thongbonh, Email group officers

Mission
RITFSA promotes the Fulbright values of cultural exchange and aims to connect Fulbright scholars with other students, building cultural bridges, encouraging diversity and mutual understanding. The club welcomes everyone who is interested in meeting people from other parts of the world.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Game Developers Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Gaming

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Ben Hoffman, Andrew Baron

Mission
RIT Game Dev club provides an open, creative, learning environment for students passionate about game development with monthly game jams and weekly presentations on topics that are voted on each week.

We aim to educate students and RIT members on topics of game software, art, design, and audio (and other topics as well) as well as to help foster an environment for students to be able to create and share their work with others.

Membership Benefits
Submissions for the MAGIC-RGDC Arcade Machine project (and building it), learning about game creation, game jams, etc.


Lifetime membership



Game Symphony Orchestra

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Music and Dance

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Dean Nguyen, Grace Fiacco, Email group officers

Mission
Game Symphony Orchestra's mission is to create a community of musicians of all caliber who practice, perform, and appreciate video game music.

Membership Benefits
Participate in the Orchestra (includes opportunities for both small and large ensemble performances)
Partake in a community centered around video game music


Come to a rehearsal and sign up for our newsletter.


Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Gamma Sigma Alpha

Fraternity & Sorority Life - Fraternity & Sorority Life

Web site

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Glass Guild

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Art Media & Design

Web site Mission Contact: Gracia Nash, Email group officers

Mission
The RIT Glass Guild is an on-campus club that provides the Rochester community with the opportunity to interact with glass making processes.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Global Business Group

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Business & Management

Web site Mission Contact: Gurpreet Kaur, Benjamin Rice, Email group officers

Mission
We seek to provide a welcoming and inclusive environment for all students to cultivate their own understanding of international business and global issues, learn and network with multinational organizations, and become the business leaders of tomorrow.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Global Health Association at RIT

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Wellness

Web site Mission Contact: John Oliphant, Cassandra Schwach, Email group officers

Mission
The Global Health Association (GHA) at RIT will increase awareness of health challenges faced by people throughout our interconnected planet and challenge its members to generate innovative solutions that will benefit our global society. GHA will utilize a multidisciplinary approach to global health incorporating the biomedical sciences, international politics and policy, environmental safety, municipal engineering, information technology, and social determinants of health.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Global Union

Representative Student Organizations (RSO) - Multicultural

Web site Mission Contact: Shawna Szabo, Ian Effendi, Email group officers

Mission
Global Union is a Major Student Organization (MSO) of Rochester Institute of Technology that represents nearly 2000 international students and the numerous cultural organizations at RIT. By hosting several events and programs throughout the year, Global Union hopes to better connect with its constituency in addition to informing and serving RIT and Greater Rochester community.

Mission Statement:
1. To promote understanding of diversity and develop a strong multicultural movement within the community.
2. To create awareness of global and international issues among all members of the community.
3. To provide a platform for expression for the International and minority commnities of Rochester Institute of Technology.
4. To represent the interests and concerns of all its members before Rochester Institute of Technology's Student Government.
5. To encourage union, interaction, and understanding among all the different ethnic groups who converge at Rochester Institute of Technology.
6. To provide leadership and facilitate communication, cooperation, networking, and mutual support among its affiliates.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Goalball Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Sports

Web site Mission Contact: Jake Peterson, Matthew Smith, Anthony Dicarlo

Mission
Goalball is a team sport designed specifically for athletes with a vision impairment. Participants compete in teams of three, and try to throw a ball that has bells embedded in it into the opponents' goal. The ball is thrown by hand and never kicked. This sport has no able-bodied equivalent. Athletes that do not have vision impairment or who are partially sighted are able to participate as well with the use of blindfolded goggles.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Golf Club

Competitive Club Sports & Performance Federation - Sports

Web site Mission Contact: Jack Slusarczyk, Austin Countryman

Mission
RIT Golf is a competitive sports club that offers students the ability to play college golf at a club level without there being a Varsity team. We also welcome new members who are interested in learning how to play.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Gospel Ensemble

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Music and Dance

Web site Mission Contact: Joshua Fox, Jason Lewis

Mission
To inspire and uplift others, while sharing the unique flavor and cultural heritage of the Gospel tradition through the ministry of song.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Graphic Design Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Art Media & Design

Web site Mission

Mission
RIT Graphic Design Club aims to bring both Graphic Design majors and those interested in graphic design together in a social context to help build the GD Community at RIT.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Gymnastics Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Sports

Web site Mission Contact: Cassy Smithies, Enan Munzar

Mission
To promote healthy living through unique exercises and new ways of stretching. We also provide yoga, off campus gymnastics practice, and ways of reducing stress throughout the rigorous semester. All experience levels are welcome! From teaching tumbling from the basics to backflips, we have it all!

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Habitat for Humanity

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Leadership & Civic Engagement

Web site Mission Contact: Meghan O'Neil, Email group officers

Mission
Habitat for Humanity at RIT is a student chapter of the international non-profit organization Habitat for Humanity, which aims to provide housing to the less privileged members of the community. HFH at RIT contributes to this cause through weekly volunteer construction builds in cooperation with local Habitat for Humanity groups and by raising awareness for the cause on campus through participation in service-related events such as Relay for Life, Service Week, and other RIT events such as Imagine RIT.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Hand Lettering Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Art Media & Design

Web site Contact: Courtney Morton, Monica Steelman, Taylor Butler

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Handball Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Sports

Web site Mission Contact: Giovana Puccini

Mission
A beginner friendly club that will
- Teach you handball fundamentals
- Allow you to play casually among friends
- Push you to hone your skills

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Hands of Fire

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Religious & Spiritual

Web site Mission Contact: Ariuska Bauza, Arturo Peralta Silva, Philip Yurek, Gabriel Ponte-Fleary, Jeanne Behm, Dakota Tiger, Avonna Formalejo, Email group officers

Mission
Hands of Fire is for individuals who want to learn more about God's Word, through American Sign Language, and meet more brothers and sisters in Christ.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Health Sciences and Technology Student Association

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Wellness

Web site Mission

Mission
HSTSA is a student organization here to help students create connections amongst their peers and faculty in RIT’s health science programs and to promote leadership and student involvement. HSTSA gives students the opportunity to have a voice in the College of Health Sciences and Technology.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Hillel

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Religious & Spiritual

Web site Mission Contact: Gabi Rifkind

Mission
Hillel is committed to promoting a welcoming community and fostering Jewish life at RIT.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Hooks And Needles

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Special Interest

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Cathryne Szczepanik, Theresa Klingshirn, Email group officers

Mission
Hooks and Needles is a social hobby group formed to bring together fiber artists to provide a positive environment in which to knit, crochet, and other fiber arts along with teach relevant skills.

Membership Benefits
Our club is free for anyone to attend and enjoy, but dues-paying members are also able to:

- Take home club supplies like yarn and needles + pattern library
- Get first dibs on seats for Joann trips + other off-campus events
- Sell items in periodic craft fairs
- Vote in e-board elections

Just fill out our email signup form (http://cglink.me/s9785), shoot us an email (hooks.needles@gmail.com), or attend one of our meetings - we meet Mondays and Thursdays in the Reading Room from 7-9pm.


Lifetime membership



Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - STEM

Web site Mission Contact: Amanda Dillman

Mission
HFTP is a multi-disciplinary club for students in the Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management, Saunders College of Business and other relevant departments and colleges with interest in hospitality, business, and technology. The club offers professional and educational opportunities through collaboration with students from different backgrounds and educational tracks. The RIT chapter of HFTP is affiliated with the global organization that provides information about new trends in hospitality and business and an abundance of resources for students throughout their entire education.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



House of General Science

Special Interest House (SIH) - STEM

Web site Mission Contact: Sri Kartik, Patrick Salts, Bradley Hanel, Email group officers

Mission
The House of General Science is a venerated social, academic, and professional organization dedicated to fostering its member’s love of science and science­related fields. We have people from a wide variety of majors, not just the hard sciences and accept people from all majors. Some of the many subjects that our members study include engineering, physics, chemistry, biology, computer science, and graphic design. However, all of our members have one thing in common: a love of science, and that is what brings us all together.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Humans Versus Zombies

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Special Interest

Web site Mission Contact: Matt Plunkett, Email group officers

Mission
RIT's version of an advanced game of tag played across universities, schools, and even cities worldwide. Our mission is to provide a vastly entertaining game for both spectators and players across the RIT campus for one week each semester and during invitationals and minigames.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Industrial Designers Society of America

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - STEM

Web site

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Institute of Packaging Professionals

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - STEM

Web site Contact: Carlos Diaz, Matthew Michael

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Interfraternity Council

Fraternity & Sorority Life - Fraternity & Sorority Life

Web site

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Interior Design Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Art Media & Design

Web site

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



International House

Special Interest House (SIH) - Multicultural

Web site Contact: Melissa Keightley, Simran Singh

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



International Socialist Organization

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Special Interest

Web site Mission Contact: Denise Herrera, Unique Fair-Smith

Mission
We stand in Solidarity with all oppressed people, and work toward making this world better for all people.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



International Student Services

Student Affairs - Department

Web site Mission Contact: Jeffrey Cox, Lilli Jensen, Shawna Szabo, Theresa Eckerson, Susan Joseph, Megan Kless, Email group officers

Mission
The staff at International Student Services provides a solid foundation for RIT's commitment to international education, assisting individuals from more than 100 countries. We advise students, faculty, clubs and departments on immigration, cultural, academic and personal matters. We work closely with Global Union, and several other international student clubs. Off-campus programs are often run with our colleagues at the RIT English Language Center as well as with Rochester Global Connections (formerly RIC).

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



InterVarsity Christian Fellowship

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Religious & Spiritual

Web site Mission Contact: Jessica Campbell, Email group officers

Mission
In response to God's love, grace, and truth: The Purpose of InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA is to establish and advance at colleges and universities witnessing communities of students and faculty who follow Jesus as Savior and Lord: growing in love for God, God's Word, God's people of every ethnicity and culture and God's purposes in the world.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Irish Roar

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Music and Dance

Web site Mission

Mission
As RIT’s first Irish Step Dance club, our dancers strive to spread Irish culture and cheer around RIT’s campus by showcasing Ireland’s traditional form of dance. Irish dancing is a very social, lively and engaging activity. This club brings together experienced dancers who wish to continue their passion for Irish step with those who have never danced before. Our weekly meetings foster a laid-back environment where we focus on the basic technical form of Irish dance, choreograph performance numbers in our “ghillies” and “heavy shoes” and learn ceili dances that have been passed down through Irish culture for generations! We hope to share our love of Irish dance with RIT’s campus community through performances and events.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Jam Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Music and Dance

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Brandon Dcruz, Durrell Bedassie, Sarah Saunders, Email group officers

Mission
We aim to provide a fun environment for all musicians across campus to jam together and connect with each other. All singers and instrumentalists are invited to come have fun!

Membership Benefits
Becoming a better musician, making new friends, performing for audiences, joining the Jam Fam!


Lifetime membership



Japanese Culture Association

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Cultural

Web site Mission Contact: Email group officers

Mission
All students who share a passion for Japan can now join together for an
enriching and culture experience. Through JCA, Japanese students at RIT can
have a place to remember their culture so that they do not forget their identity
while living in the US. We believe that Japanese Cultural Association could
invent a hybrid culture when students from other countries are exposed to
Japanese culture. With fun and educational activities, we will promote cultural
understanding and awareness for everyone involved.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Judo Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Sports

Web site Mission Contact: Moises Gomez

Mission
Our goal is to spread the lifestyle, sport and art of Judo. We train this martial art both competitively and classically and welcome everyone, beginners and experts alike.

Practice: Saturday 12:30pm-2:30pm in Clark Gym Wrestling Room

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Juggling Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Special Interest

Web site Mission Contact: Enan Munzar, Lukas Vacula

Mission
The RIT Juggling Club provides a place for members to come together and practice all types of object manipulation, to share their skills and learn new ones.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Kali Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Sports

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Ryan Kohn, Alex Wilkes, Jomkit Jujaroen, Joseph Hong, Email group officers

Mission
Kali is a Filipino martial arts based on weapons fighting. Specifically, we practice Marcaida Kali developed by Doug Marcaida. We want to pass on the goals Doug has set fourth with his form of martial arts for the purpose of self defense or general wellness.

Membership Benefits
We have equipment to be used for sparing so that you may see what it is really like to be in a situation where you must defend yourself from weapons (the sparing gear is all padded). We also have Anthony Palmer (a student of Doug Marcaida) come teach specialized classes where he will go in depth about a principle of Marcaida Kali.


Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Kaminari

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Closed - Music and Dance

Web site Mission Contact: Kaci Gallucci, Email group officers

Mission
Kaminari is one of the many acappella groups on RIT campus. We are a co-ed group that sings in exclusively Japanese. Our song genres include anime, movies, drama series, jpop and even Enka! The groups purpose is to spread knowledge of japanese music beyond what people are already exposed to.

The name of the group, Kaminari, means lightning in Japanese, and the decision for this name was influenced by other groups' weather themed names such as Arashi, which means storm, and fictional groups like Akatsuki, which means Dawn.

Membership Benefits


Kaminari is an auditioned a capella group. Auditions are held in september each year along with the other acappella groups on campus.


Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Kappa Delta Rho

Fraternity & Sorority Life - Fraternity & Sorority Life

Web site Mission

Mission
Kappa Delta Rho is a lifetime brotherhood dedicated to the continuing character development of its members through Fellowship, Leadership, Scholarship, Service and Tradition.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Kendo Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Sports

Web site Mission Contact: Grant Terdoslavich

Mission
Student led organization focusing on practicing the Japanese martial art of Kendo.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Korean International Student Association

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Cultural

Web site Contact: Joshua Bong

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Labrys Women’s Alliance

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - LGBTQIA

Web site Mission Contact: Liliana Benzer-Shuman

Mission
Labrys is a space for Lesbian, Bisexual, Trans, Queer, and questioning women and woman-aligned students to hang out, discuss current events, have fun, and support each other.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Lambda Alpha Upsilon

Fraternity & Sorority Life - Fraternity & Sorority Life

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Jaden Dominguez, Jesus Flores, Jar Torres, Email group officers

Mission
The mission of Latino America Unida, Lambda Alpha Upsilon Fraternity, Inc. is to be a network of professionals that promotes brotherhood, scholarship and service to the community.


Membership Benefits
A relationship that is born among collegiate men that is based on the core principles of culture, tradition, honor, respect, accountability and friendship. This relationship is everlasting that we must carry through every phase of our lives for it is a privilege that is earned and must be cherished.


Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Lambda Phi Epsilon

Fraternity & Sorority Life - Fraternity & Sorority Life

Web site Mission Contact: Isaac Hammer, Saad Khan, Jazib Rao, Daniil Vasin, Jeffrey Yu, Richard Yu

Mission
To guide men on a lifelong discovery of authenticity and personal growth. 


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Lambda Pi Chi

Fraternity & Sorority Life - Fraternity & Sorority Life

Web site Mission

Mission
To empower women by providing a supportive network dedicated to their personal and professional advancement. Our Hermandad is further advanced by our shared dedication and promotion of public service and cultural awareness, with an emphasis on Latino history, contributions, and experiences.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Lambda Sigma Upsilon

Fraternity & Sorority Life - Fraternity & Sorority Life

Web site Mission Contact: Gabriel Mojica, Piero Silverio

Mission
We, the brothers of Lambda Sigma Upsilon Latino Fraternity, Inc., strongly believe that many individual and collective successes can be achieved through the efforts of a culturally diverse brotherhood of college and university men who, through close association with each other, maintain honesty, commitment, respect, and trust.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Lambda Upsilon Lambda

Fraternity & Sorority Life - Fraternity & Sorority Life

Web site Mission

Mission
 La Unidad Latina, Lambda Upsilon Lambda Fraternity, Incorporated mission statement is to primarily seek leadership role in meeting the needs of the Latino community through academic achievement, cultural awareness, community service and promotion of the Latino culture and people.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Latin American Deaf Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Cultural

Web site Mission Contact: Valerie Morel, Email group officers

Mission
The Latin American Deaf Club represents people working together toward a common goal. This goal is to help those around us to understand our culture and what it means to be “Latino.” As an organization we provide programs to stimulate the interest of deaf students of all backgrounds. We also attempt to create support and guidance for Latino students. As a student organization, our primary purpose is to educate and increase cultural awareness among all deaf students.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Latin American Student Association

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Cultural

Web site Mission Contact: Carlos Vazquez, Email group officers

Mission
The Latin American Student Association, also called LASA, was established in 1985 at the Rochester Institute of Technology and functions as an institute organization under the African American Latin American Native American Student Association, or ACA. We provide opportunities for our members to learn, embrace, and share their Latin heritage, while at the same time creating and supporting cultural awareness in a social and familial atmosphere.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Latin Rhythm Dance Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Music and Dance

Web site Mission Contact: Maria Morbidini, Luke Laffey

Mission
The Latin Rhythm Dance Club is open to all levels of experience and exhibits a wide variety of styles, including salsa, bachata, and merengue, to the RIT community through lessons, performances, and events. We also engage with the Latin dance community in Rochester by attending local dance events, hosting our own dance events, and hiring instructors who are knowledgeable in other styles of dance.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



League of RIT

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Gaming

Web site Mission Contact: Ian Mackenzie

Mission
The League of RIT is already an established community at RIT, which serves the purpose of allowing students who play League of Legends to meet one another and play games! Our primary purpose is to give League of Legends players a positive environment to gather, where they have the potential to meet new friends and win cool prizes!


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Linux Users Group

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Special Interest

Web site Mission Contact: Tim Zabel, Jeffery Russell, Stephen Jacobs, Email group officers

Mission
We are a student-led organization to promote and teach students about Linux & open source. Work on projects and discuss interesting topics in the Linux & open source communities.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Localhost

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Special Interest

Web site Mission Contact: Richard Catron, Email group officers

Mission
Web and mobile development club with a focus on sharing knowledge and learning.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Lowenthal Service Group

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Leadership & Civic Engagement

Web site Mission Contact: Jasmine Ulger

Mission
Lowenthal Service Group (LSG) is a community service organization within the Saunders College of Business (SCB). LSG members get involved whenever and wherever duty calls, participating in service opportunities on- and off-campus.

We've donated time and skills to SCB events such as Open House, served the RIT campus with events like Green-Up Day, and reached out to the greater Rochester community and beyond during events like Relay for Life.

If you want to join a group of passionate helpers and play your part in supporting the community, join us!

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Masquerers Drama Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Art Media & Design

Web site Mission Contact: Alexandra Frail, Karen Tobin, Teriana Mewborn

Mission
We are NTID's drama club. As a club, we aim to unite our community through the joy of Deaf theatre. Through this art, members learn to step out of their comfort zones and contribute to improv, ASL poetry, and performance, all while reducing stress and making new friends. Theatre has always been a staple of the Deaf community and we seek to honor that tradition of showing and sharing the beauty of ASL. Anyone is free to join!


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Materials Research Society

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - STEM

Web site Mission Contact: Mohadeseh Asadolahi-Baboli, Karen Soule

Mission
The local chapter of a dynamic, interactive, global community of materials researchers to advance technical excellence by providing a framework in which the materials disciplines can convene, collaborate, integrate and advocate.Founded in 1973, MRS now consists of over 16,000 members from the United States, as well as nearly 70 other countries. The Society is different from that of single discipline professional societies because it encourages communication and technical information exchange across the various fields of science affecting materials.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Men's Basketball

RIT Varsity Athletic Team - RIT Varsity Athletics

Web site

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Men's Club Lacrosse

Competitive Club Sports & Performance Federation - Sports

Web site Mission

Mission
Men's club lacrosse, competing in the NCLL Empire West Conference


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Men's Club Soccer

Competitive Club Sports & Performance Federation - Sports

Web site Mission Contact: Gary Capriotti

Mission
The RIT Men's Soccer Club is a highly competitive team that competes in the Region 1 Lake Erie/Ontario Division. Some of the schools in their conference include the University of Rochester, Canisius College, Niagara University, and the University of Buffalo. The team has 3-4 practices a week with 1-2 games a week in both the fall and the spring.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Men's Club Volleyball

Competitive Club Sports & Performance Federation - Sports

Web site Mission Contact: Lars Dalemar

Mission
We are RIT's most competitive men's volleyball team. We hold practices twice a week and compete on regional and state tournaments with other D1 club teams.


Membership Benefits


Group password:


Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Men's Crew

RIT Varsity Athletic Team - RIT Varsity Athletics

Web site

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Men's Cross Country

RIT Varsity Athletic Team - RIT Varsity Athletics

Web site

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Men's Hockey

RIT Varsity Athletic Team - RIT Varsity Athletics

Web site

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Men's Lacrosse

RIT Varsity Athletic Team - RIT Varsity Athletics

Web site

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Men's Rugby Club

Competitive Club Sports & Performance Federation - Sports

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Doyle Bartholet, Patrick Ekeren, John Mudano, Email group officers

Mission
Our Mission is to provide an atmosphere in which any RIT student can learn to play the sport of Rugby while forming a bond with the other members of the club. The men's club rugby team is a competitive sports team that competes against other collegiate club teams in Upstate New York. Come do something different with your time and college and form long lasting bonds with club members while playing the gentlemen's sport of rugby.

Membership Benefits
There are no cuts for the team. If you show up to practice and give effort you are a welcome member of this team. Additionally, you will form lasting friendships with the members on this team.

Anyone is welcome here. Please contact us and we can get you set up with joining our club team!


Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Men's Soccer

RIT Varsity Athletic Team - RIT Varsity Athletics

Web site

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Men's Swimming & Diving

RIT Varsity Athletic Team - RIT Varsity Athletics

Web site

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Men's Tennis

RIT Varsity Athletic Team - RIT Varsity Athletics

Web site

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Men's Track & Field

RIT Varsity Athletic Team - RIT Varsity Athletics

Web site

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Men's Ultimate Frisbee

Competitive Club Sports & Performance Federation - Sports

Web site Mission Contact: Bryan Bausinger

Mission
Ultimate Frisbee is a hybrid sport that combines a lot of elements of others. You advance the disc by throwing it to teammates until reaching the goal (laid out like a football field). We take people of all skill levels.

We pride ourselves on the ability to teach newcomers the game. If you want to be involved, email us at: RITultimate@gmail.com

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Mens Club Hockey

Competitive Club Sports & Performance Federation - Sports

Web site Mission Contact: Jacob Epstein, Email group officers

Mission
The RIT Men's Ice Hockey club is in accordance with the American Collegiate Hockey Association in the Division I level. We are dedicated, as a club, to provide students with an opportunity to play intercollegiate ice hockey at a competitive level. As a RIT SG recognized Club, we are entitled to funds, however limited. Therefore we do charge a player fee. This fee is determined at the beginning of each year and will cover practice and game ice time as well as travel expenses.

As student athletes, we understand that education is our first priority here at RIT and that school takes precedence over hockey. However, as a team we are committed to preparing ourselves for the highest level of competition. Having said that, we as a club have rules and regulations for players regarding attendance to practice, fundraising events, etc. that will dictate a players eligibility for games.

As a Student Government recognized club, we cannot limit our membership by sex and we encourage membership of both men and women. However, the ACHA is a men's league and we cannot roster a female for a game.

Sports offered through the campus life program promote development of leadership skills and values, promote campus spirit and provide visibility for the Institute. Support the Tigers by attending an exciting athletic event.

Membership Benefits


This group is restricted to RIT (Rochester Institute of Technology) users only


Lifetime membership



Mental Graffiti

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Art Media & Design

Web site Mission

Mission
"Mental Graffiti is the student slam poetry and spoken word group at the Rochester Institute of Technology. We strive for self-expression, self-improvement, awareness, and societal progression, one poem at a time."

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Metalworks

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Art Media & Design

Web site Mission Contact: Teresa Kugler, Email group officers

Mission
Come learn how to make chainmaille! No experience required; materials provided.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Mock Trial Association

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Special Interest

Web site Mission Contact: Will Sokol

Mission
We are a mock trial team that will compete in both invitational an regional tournaments sanctioned by the American Mock Trial Association (AMTA). We will compete in tournaments mostly in New York state, but as we develop as a team, be may compete in national competitions. Our year will consist of planning our case theory in the early fall with some competitions near the end of the semester, as well as competitions in the spring semester as well.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Model Railroad Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Special Interest

Web site Mission Contact: Email group officers

Mission
Our mission is to promote the hobby of model railroading, to educate our members and the public about the railroad industry, to preserve railroad history, and to promote the fellowship among modelers. We will achieve this through the creation of model railroad display(s) and through participation in the railroad community.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Model United Nations

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Special Interest

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Syed Zamin

Mission
RIT Model United Nations (Model UN), an RIT-based academic and social club, assists students in getting involved with local and global communities in order to make our world a better place to live.

Active members meet new interesting people from across different majors and grade levels at RIT, participate in our annual National Model United Nations (NMUN) NY conference in the Spring, discuss pressing geopolitical issues with people from all over the globe as a representative of a nation state, create Draft Resolutions on said pressing geopolitical issues, and help facilitate an interest in geopolitics from a UN perspective at ImagineRIT.

RIT Model UN welcomes student with diverse academic and personal backgrounds since we strongly believe that the problems considered in the international community require everybody’s attention. We encourage members to take initiative in helping any communities and charitable organizations by dedicating their knowledge, expertise, and skills to help various causes.

Membership Benefits
Student members gain the United Nations perspective on world issues and the chance to practice their writing and public speaking skills to apply their knowledge, and academic skills in real-world situations.


Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Multicultural Center for Academic Success

Division of Diversity & Inclusion - Department

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Liz Bremer, Email group officers

Mission
Community + Trust = Academic Success

Building a community centered on trust, the Multicultural Center for Academic Success (MCAS) will strengthen the academic success of RIT's AALANA student population.

Membership Benefits
There are numerous ways for any student to participate and engage with MCAS, including one-on-one coaching, leadership development, development opportunities, cultural diversity education, and community building programming.

Some of our programs are...
MCAS Advocates Program
MCAS Scholars Program
MCAS Coaching
Division of Diversity & Inclusion (DDI) Tutoring
Men of Color, Honor, and Ambition (MOCHA)
Women of Color, Honor, and Ambition (WOCHA)
MCAS Library @ the Wallace Center


Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Multicultural Greek Council

Fraternity & Sorority Life - Fraternity & Sorority Life

Web site Mission Contact: Alessa Edwards, Email group officers

Mission
The purpose of the Multicultural Greek Council (MGC) is to provide a council for Greek organizations that contribute specifically to diversity and inclusion on RIT campus. The MGC serves as the governing body and network for multiculturally based Greek organizations to create and maintain high standards in the life of Fraternities and Sororities. The council addresses, coordinates, and develops strategic action plans to unify affiliations, promote higher education, provide community service, enhance leadership and serves as a liaison between the MGC and the University student body, and administration; thereby improving the campus climate. The MGC emphasizes on spreading cultural awareness to ensure diversity and unity among the Greek system at RIT.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Multicultural Programs

Division of Diversity & Inclusion - Department

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Stephanie Paredes

Mission
Mission
MOSAIC’s vision is to serve as an important component of RIT’s effort to create a welcoming, and inclusive campus community by providing students with a comfortable space for multicultural community building, individual expression, and the exchange of ideas through collaborative cultural, educational, and social experiences.

Membership Benefits
Are you looking for a presentation space? A comfortable place to meet or study? Somewhere to hang out or read? Eat a quiet lunch? Take a break?

To book your space, hangout, take a break or hold your next meeting, visit us at the MOSAIC Center. We are located on the 2nd floor of the SAU, Room 2510 or to make a reservation email reserve.rit.edu. For additional information please contact the center at (585) 475-6444 or Stephanie Paredes at sxpnsc@rit.edu.


Lifetime membership



Muslim Student Association

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Religious & Spiritual

Web site Mission Contact: Fahd Almassri, Abu Syeed Hadi, Lamisa Fairooz, Toheed Fiaz, Fatoumata Barry, Lamisa Fairooz, S M Huq

Mission
The Muslim Students Association plays a vital role in assisting Muslim students on campus with services and on-campus events that bring Islamic awareness to both Muslim and Non-Muslim students. Our purpose is to serve the Muslim community (students, faculty, and staff) on and off campus by promoting worship, service, and education.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



National Press Photographers Association

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Art Media & Design

Web site Mission Contact: Bridget Fetsko, Danielle DeVries, Jackie Diller, Email group officers

Mission
The Rochester Institute of Technology’s chapter of the National Press Photographers Association is a forum for education and discussion among young professionals in the photojournalism industry. Bi-Weekly meeting times for the Fall 2017 semester are Tuesdays @ 8:35pm.

For more information contact club secretary, Danielle DeVries at ritnppa@gmail.com.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



National Society of Black Engineers

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - STEM

Web site Mission Contact: Rebecca Coronel

Mission
"The mission of the National Society of Black Engineers is "to increase the number of culturally responsible Black Engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally and positively impact the community."


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



National Society of Leadership & Success

Center for Leadership & Civic Engagement Affiliated Groups - Leadership & Civic Engagement

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Sarah Harter, Shaelyn Shadwell

Mission
The Society is the nation's largest leadership honor society, where top students, selected by their colleges based on either academic standing or leadership potential, come together to identify and achieve their goals.

The Society is available to select students on over 500 college campuses nationwide. Lifetime membership in the Society is a nationally recognized achievement of honorable distinction and a valuable asset to one’s resume. We provide a step-by-step program for members to build their leadership skills through participation at their campus or online. Upon completion of the program, members receive a leadership certificate and take their place among the top student leaders at their campus and across the country.

The Society is an organization that helps people discover and achieve their goals. The Society offers life-changing lectures from the nation's leading presenters and a community where like-minded, success-oriented individuals come together and help one another succeed. The Society also serves as a powerful force of good in the greater community by encouraging and organizing action to better the world.

Membership Benefits
Society members have access to over a quarter-million dollars in exclusive scholarships and awards, an exclusive online job bank, employer recruitment, exclusive events on campus, networking opportunities with other top students and partner discounts that can save them hundreds of dollars on computers, textbooks, meals, car insurance and much more.


Lifetime membership



Native American Student Association

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Cultural

Web site Mission Contact: Anna-Lucia Jacobson-Eckert

Mission
The Native American Student Association is open to all members of the RIT community who are interested in Native American, Alaska Native and First Nation issues and culture.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Net Impact RIT

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open

Web site Mission

Mission
Net Impact RIT is a chapter of Net Impact Central, a sustainability oriented organization that seeks to inspire and equip emerging leaders to build a more just and sustainable world. Our mission is to provide students at RIT with the opportunity to learn how to incorporate sustainability in their careers and personal lives. We do this by evaluating best practices in industry and educating the community through meetings, events, and workshops focused on some of the world’s most pressing environmental and social issues.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



New Media Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Art Media & Design

Web site Mission Contact: Aditi Khazanchi, Gabriel Cagara, Liam Madigan, Email group officers

Mission
"New Media Club is an event oriented club that seeks to bring New Media Majors, and those interested in New Media Design, together outside the classroom.
We also seek to provide a strong mentor ship program that will bolster relationships, encourage constructive conversation, and instill confidence in every member of our community."


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



New Student Orientation

Campus Life Department Programs & Initiatives - Department

Web site Mission Contact: Eric Pope, Email group officers

Mission
New Student Orientation is committed to providing programs and resources that welcome new students to our community. We strive to create an inclusive environment that encourages academic success, connections to others, and a sense of belonging within the RIT Tiger Family.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Newman Catholic Community

Spirituality & Religious Life Affiliated Programs - Religious & Spiritual

Web site Contact: Kimberly Winden

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Nexthop

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - STEM

Web site Mission Contact: Matthew Harris

Mission
RIT's networking and systems administration club.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Nine Gates Mahjong

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Gaming

Web site Mission Contact: Noah Bock, Email group officers

Mission
Nine Gates Mahjong seeks to spread knowledge and enjoyment of the game of Mahjong. We play predominantly Japanese Riichi Mahjong and help people improve their skill at the game.

We meet weekly on Fridays at 5 pm in the Student Innovation Center Lobby and Saturdays at 6 pm at Hammergirl Anime

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



No Voice Zone

Residence Life Department Programs & Initiatives - Department

Web site Contact: Gregory Beattie

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



NTID Student Congress

Representative Student Organizations (RSO) - Special Interest

Web site Mission Contact: Tim Albert, Taylor Repetski, Alana Smith, Alexandra Muller

Mission
NTID Student Congress is the largest Deaf and Hard of Hearing student organization at Rochester Institute of Technology, formed in 1971. NTID Student Congress has grown and evolving significantly over the past years to become one of the most recognizable organizations on campus.

The Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) NTID Student Congress is a Representative Student Organization (RSO) that represents the Deaf and Hard of Hearing students and numerous Deaf organizations at RIT. By hosting several events and programs throughout the year, the RIT NTID Student Congress hopes to better connect with its constituency in addition to informing and serving the RIT and greater Deaf community.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



OASIS

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Cultural

Web site Mission Contact: Varnit Tewari

Mission
Institution to cater to students from the Indian subcontinent. Our 15-member e-board helps organize major events (some of which are open to non-RIT public and all of which are open to all of RIT).


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Off-Campus and Commuter Services

Campus Life Department Programs & Initiatives - Department

Web site Contact: Shawna Lusk, Email group officers

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Omega Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated

Fraternity & Sorority Life - Fraternity & Sorority Life

Web site Mission Contact: Katerin Salgado, Rebecca Coronel

Mission
The mission of Omega Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated is to Serve and Educate people of diverse backgrounds through sisterhood, leadership, and guidance. As positive role models, we promote unity of all cultures, focus on the empowerment of our gender and raise the standards of excellence in our academic, social, and personal endeavors.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Operation Smile

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open

Web site Mission

Mission
Operation Smile is a community service club focused towards awareness about cleft lip and cleft palate and fundraising for groups of physicians to be able to provide free medical care and surgery to people affected by these ailments in underprivileged areas.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Order of Omega

Fraternity & Sorority Life - Fraternity & Sorority Life

Web site

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Organization of African Students

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Multicultural

Web site Mission Contact: Email group officers

Mission
The RIT Organization of African Students was formed to bring an awareness of African culture and traditions to Rochester Institute of Technology and the surrounding areas.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Outing Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Special Interest

Web site Mission Contact: Sarah Strickman, Email group officers

Mission
The RIT Outing club strives to bring exciting and fun outdoor experiences to RIT students. We do a wide variety of trips including hiking, backpacking, canoeing, kayaking, orienteering, skiing, and snowboarding.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



OUTspoken

Representative Student Organizations (RSO) - LGBTQIA

Web site Mission Contact: Christopher Hinesley, Henry Farr, Email group officers

Mission
OUTspoken is the major student organization that represents the LGBTQ+ community in RIT’s student government. We advocate for change in RIT’s policy and its community that benefit the well-being of the LGBTQ+ population in RIT. We work with RIT’s queer-related clubs to coordinate efforts across RIT that enhance Queer culture and develop a strong sense of community with our affiliate clubs and LGBTQ+ students.
We also work with the Q Center and the Center for Women and Gender to provide appropriate support and resources for students who need help.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Persian Association of RIT Students

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Cultural

Web site Mission Contact: Shayan Gholizadeh, Masoud Abdollahi, Email group officers

Mission
PARS's mission statement is to organize meetings, events, and activities in order to share and introduce the Persian traditions, arts, cuisine, and culture to the community.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Peruvian Family

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Cultural

Web site Mission Contact: Ricardo Yupanqui Rivera

Mission
An organization focused on reinforcing and spreading the Peruvian culture in RIT and Rochester, strongly based on a sense of community from those who had some sort of Peruvian influences in their lives or just feel interested to learn more about our traditions and stories.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Phi Beta Sigma

Fraternity & Sorority Life - Fraternity & Sorority Life

Web site Mission Contact: Duwayne Harding

Mission
The brothers of Phi Beta Sigma are the Fraternity’s most valuable resource and strength. They are the primary means by which the Phi Beta Sigma objectives will be achieved. In order to accomplish the Fraternity’s objectives, it is essential that systems are instituted that effectively embody “Culture For Service and Service For Humanity” and promote brotherhood, scholarship and service.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Phi Delta Theta

Fraternity & Sorority Life - Fraternity & Sorority Life

Web site Mission Contact: Will Sokol, Ezra Schultz

Mission
The cultivation of friendship among its members, the acquirement individually of a high degree of mental culture, and the attainment personally of a high standard of morality. Shortened, we refer to the principles as friendship, sound learning and rectitude.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Phi Kappa Psi

Fraternity & Sorority Life - Fraternity & Sorority Life

Web site Mission Membership Benefits

Mission
The Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity engages men of integrity, further develops their intellect and enhances community involvement. With a legacy built on acceptance and trust, each brother realizes his highest potential through a lifelong experience of service and excellence.


Membership Benefits
Philanthropy and community service opportunities
Self-development
Professional development
Social development
Large professional network of alumni
Opportunity for growth
Time Managment
Support Group
Motivation
Brotherhood

If you are interested, contact any member of the fraternity!
We will be holding "rush" for the first two weeks of every semester!
After "rush", we'll be selecting those who receive "bids", if they accept, they'll complete the new member education process!


Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Phi Sigma Kappa

Fraternity & Sorority Life - Fraternity & Sorority Life

Web site Mission

Mission
Phi Sigma Kappa is a lifelong brotherhood dedicated to the betterment of the individual, the university community, and our world.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Philosophy Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Special Interest

Web site Mission Contact: Kellianne Kornick

Mission
Student-led discussions and presentations on a diverse range and level of philosophical topics in an informal environment. Also features faculty presentations and organizes attendance at local philosophy talks and events.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Photo Arts Collective

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Art Media & Design

Web site Mission Contact: Lindsey Palmer

Mission
The Photo Arts Collective seeks to promote community across the Graduate and Undergraduate Fine Art Photography Programs to encourage personal, academic, and professional development and growth. This is achieved through social activities, informal critiques (scheduled to compliment students’ academic milestones), workshops, and celebration of achievements. Members will also help one another install their shows, workshares, and walkthroughs as this allows members to share ideas and learn through working together.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Photo House

Special Interest House (SIH) - Art Media & Design

Web site Contact: Brandon Stroud, Email group officers

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Photographic Sciences Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - STEM

Web site Mission Contact: Bob Rose

Mission
The purpose of this organization is to foster friendship, knowledge, and innovation - not only among students from the photo science majors - but among all who are interested in learning about the scientific applications of photography and imaging.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Physician Assistant Student Association

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Wellness

Web site Mission Contact: Dominik Vasavong

Mission
Club that gives students information about the physician assistant profession.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Pi Kappa Phi

Fraternity & Sorority Life - Fraternity & Sorority Life

Web site Mission

Mission
To create an uncommon and lifelong brotherhood that develops leaders and encourages service to others for the betterment of our communities.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Pi RIT

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - STEM

Web site Mission Contact: Jackson Bates, Hector Escobedo, Nathaniel Barlow, Geoffrey Casper, Justin Haverlick, Leilah Zimon, Ryan Jiau, Email group officers

Mission
PiRIT's goal is to foster a community between students and faculty in mathematics and statistics; with the purpose of enriching student understanding in the broad range of mathematics beyond the classroom.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Piazza Italiana

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Cultural

Web site Mission Contact: Beatrice Galbusera, Ri Adukure

Mission
Our mission is to spread the love and enjoyment of Italian Culture throughout RIT and Rochester!

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Power Yoga RIT

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Wellness

Web site Mission Contact: Lucas Wong

Mission
The purpose of this club is to introduce the practice of power vinyasa yoga to the RIT community, whether that be students, RIT staff members, or Alumni. The idea is to show that a dedicated practice can be life changing, not just physically, but also mentally both on and off the yoga mat. Power Yoga RIT's intention is to provide a non-judgmental space where all yogi's can feel comfortable to push beyond their 'limits', yet still connect with all others within the room. Whether you're new to the yoga practice or an experienced yogi, all levels of power vinyasa yoga are catered to in this intense, yet fulfilling practice.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Pre-Health Student Association

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Wellness

Web site Mission Contact: Guy Azriel, Email group officers

Mission
The Pre-Health Student Association helps students who are pursuing a career in the Healthcare field make connections with healthcare professionals, gain experience in medical settings, and serve the community around RIT.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Pre-Vet Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - STEM

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Erica Delles, Kelsey Lawton

Mission
To assist those interested in Veterinary medicine or animal science to find unique opportunities and experiences

Membership Benefits
Be surrounded by like minded people who all love animals. Also, if you are interested in applying to Vet school we help you figure out what classes to take and how to navigate the application process.


Lifetime membership



Professional Artist Society

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Art Media & Design

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Lindsey Dannenberg

Mission
We are a society of artists who strive to create and maintain connections to the professional art world along with creating and maintaining connections between undergraduate and graduate students.

Membership Benefits
We, the founding members of the Professional Artist Society hope to establish a system of support for both our undergraduate and postgraduate members. We want to create a more accessible network for communication and opportunities for the students of CIAS within PAS.

After talking to our peers we realized there is an overall sense of insecurity and anxiety about what comes after college. Students are working hard with no direct aim, purpose, or real idea about what comes next. Our hope is that PAS can fill this void. PAS will be a club that ANYONE can join. It will provide connections to galleries, and frequent opportunities to display work publicly as well as community service opportunities in the art field. The purpose of these is to increase the confidence of students, starting at the beginning of their time at RIT.



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Proof of Purchase

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Closed - Music and Dance

Web site Mission Contact: Zachary Moxley, Email group officers

Mission
Proof of Purchase is RIT's original co-ed a cappella group. We were founded in the spring of 2009 and enjoy singing energetic and "feel-good" songs.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Psychology Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Special Interest

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Matthew Altobelli

Mission
The RIT Psychology club is a group of dedicated Psychology Major and Minor Students who enjoy learning about what makes us tick. Our goal is to deepen our understanding of the program material by discussing real world applications with each other, as well as inviting in professionals from our respective fields.

Membership Benefits
- Be surrounded by like-minded individuals
- Increase your knowledge about psychology
- Network with your peers
- Uncover new opportunities in research
- Get more involved with the RIT community
- HAVE FUN DOING IT



Lifetime membership



Public Relations Student Society of America

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Business & Management

Web site Mission

Mission
Students learn the skills necessary for the PR field.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Puppet Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Special Interest

Web site Mission Contact: Vivian Trettenbach

Mission
This club is entirely about puppets and puppetry. Come learn about puppet making, puppeteering techniques, and the various types of puppets. If you just want to play with puppets, knock yourself out! There'll also be plenty of opportunities for you to perform with puppets, too.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Q Center

Campus Life Department Programs & Initiatives - Department

Web site Mission Contact: Christopher Hinesley

Mission
The Q Center is committed to promoting a campus community that is safe, equitable, and respectful of all members. Thus, our Center is a resource for the entire RIT community.



The purpose of the Q Center is to foster an educational environment in which all community members can be personally, academically, and professionally successful without regard to gender, racial/ethnic origins, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, and socioeconomic status.

To learn more about the community and explore resources, visit our website www.rit.edu/qcenter or stop by!

Membership Benefits


This group is restricted to Officers only


Lifetime membership



Quiz Bowl

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Gaming

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Jessica Chellino

Mission
This is a club composed of members who want to have fun by answering trivia questions. Meetings are Thursdays in Eastman 1310 from 8:15 to 9:15.

Membership Benefits
Throughout the year, we will attend tournaments to compete against the Quiz Bowl teams of other colleges.


Lifetime membership



Racquetball Club

Competitive Club Sports & Performance Federation - Sports

Web site Mission Contact: Catherine Wright, Email group officers

Mission
The RIT Racquetball Club is great for anyone interested in learning and playing racquetball. We're happy to teach new players, and welcome all skill levels.

Club Nights - Mondays & Wednesdays, 8-10 pm, by the racquetball courts in the Student Life Center

Anyone looking to play competitively can also join the RIT Racquetball Team. If you're interested, just email us for more information.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Recover Rochester

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Leadership & Civic Engagement

Web site Mission Contact: Clarissa Scharf

Mission
10:06am
Recover Rochester works to reallocate excess food items of the Rochester Institute of Technology's dining facilities to local food pantries. We are believers in reducing waste and addressing the dire needs of the poverty stricken in the Rochester area

Membership Benefits


Email us at recoverrochester@gmail.com


Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Reporter Magazine

Service Student Organizations (SSO) - Art Media & Design

Web site Mission Contact: Frankie Albin, Email group officers

Mission
Meet Reporter Magazine:
Founded in 1951, Reporter Magazine is a completely student run organization through the Rochester Institute of Technology. The magazine is a daily online publication and a 32 page full-color issue printed on the first Friday of the month for the duration of the academic year. Business, editorial and design facilities are located in Room A-730, in the lower level of the Campus Center.

Our Mission:
It is the mission of Reporter to put forth content for the RIT community that is informative, innovative and enjoyable. It is our mission to inspire the RIT students, faculty, staff and alumni to explore and learn about our community. Reporter’s mission is to provide a learning environment for each of our employees where they can both enjoy and take pride in the work that they do. We provide peer level perspectives in a publication while remaining editorially independent. Together as one, the Reporter staff delivers a publication that we are proud to put our name on.

Op-Eds:
Any student, faculty, staff, RIT alumni or member of the community can write an op-ed or letter to the editor that may be published on the op-ed section of the website. These articles are subject to editing for AP Style and are published with the Editor-in-Chief's discretion. To submit an op-ed or letter to the editor, please send the text to rpteic@rit.edu. No op-ed or letter to the editor will be published unless signed. All letters and op-eds received become the property of Reporter.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Rescue Shelter Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Leadership & Civic Engagement

Web site Mission Contact: Corinn Marriott

Mission
The RIT Rescue Shelter is a club dedicated to donating time and resources to local animal shelters such as Scottsville Animal Shelter, Wooftown, Paws and Purrs Rescue, and Joyful Rescues. There would be weekly visits to shelters to aid the caretakers and fund raisers to collect money for food, toys, cleaning supplies and other items the shelters need to function. Participating in this club would provide viable community service hours towards an Honors program or Leadership program.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



RIT Anglers

Competitive Club Sports & Performance Federation - Sports

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Thomas Saile, Mark Saile

Mission
Reach out to all RIT students interested in fishing and increase their passion about the sport.

Membership Benefits
Become more knowledge about fishing in all seasons and conditions, plus be apart of the many sponsorship deals we have.


Lifetime membership



RIT Cycling Club

Competitive Club Sports & Performance Federation - Sports

Web site Mission Contact: Jacob Palmerio

Mission
A club that helps aspiring PR students hone their skills with hands on activities.


Membership Benefits


This group is restricted to Officers only


Lifetime membership



RIT Dancesport Team

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Music and Dance

Web site Mission Contact: James Chin, Mingrui Li

Mission
The RIT Dancesport Team will be a competitive ballroom dance team focused on the International Standard and Latin dances. We will be teaching our members the figures and techniques as described by the ISTD, the Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing. The objective of the team will be to travel to nearby schools and venues to compete against collegiate teams from all over the country.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



RIT Doctoral Student Association

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Special Interest

Web site Mission Contact: Alyssa Recinella

Mission
DSA is a multidisciplinary Doctoral Students association at RIT, striving to create a collaborative environment. The PhD student community is in need of an inviting environment that brings students together to encourage collaborative work. Peer discussion and evaluation are inseparable aspects of the scientific and personal growth of researchers. This organization will serve as a resource for PhD students where they can collaborate to produce high quality journal publications and conference presentations in a friendly and encouraging environment. We believe that students will benefit from both the process of receiving assistance as well as reviewing the work of others. We will also work to provide information about professional and social activities to help produce well rounded graduate students.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



RIT Dodgeball Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Sports

Web site Mission Contact: Taylor Hess

Mission
RIT Dodgeball Club seeks to inform members of the RIT community about different ways they can play dodgeball, as well as host weekly open dodgeball nights that anyone can participate in.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



RIT Drumline

Competitive Club Sports & Performance Federation - Sports, Music and Dance

Web site Mission Contact: Email group officers

Mission
The RIT Drumline is an ensemble that enjoys sharing our passion for the marching arts with the community, and competes with other ensembles in the New York State Percussion Circuit.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



RIT Foodshare

Residence Life Department Programs & Initiatives - Department

Web site Mission Contact: Email group officers

Mission
In collaboration with RIT Student Government, the Sustainability office, and the School of Communication, the Center for Residence Life has helped to establish and promote the RIT FoodShare program consisting of the RIT FoodShare facebook group, facebook page, and the FoodShare Center located at 113 Riverknoll.

The RIT FoodShare facebook group was created on December 3, 2014 and to date boasts over 3200 members. The group is open to the public but the intended audience is the RIT community. Members can request to receive post notifications. Faculty, staff or students can post within the group to notify members that there is food available somewhere on campus from a department or organizational event/activity. Posts generally include a picture of the food, quantity, location and time the food will be available.

The RIT FoodShare Center was officially opened on April 13, 2015 with an Open House for the community being held on Tuesday, April 21, 2015. The FoodShare Center exists to address food insecurity amongst students, faculty or staff. It is open Mon-Fri – 11am-7pm, Saturdays from 12pm-4pm and is staffed by Resident Advisors. Any member of the RIT community can visit the Center to donate non-perishable items, swap out items they have for those they want, and/or take items they need. Up to five items can be taken per visit to the Center - no proof of need required.




Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



RIT Football Club

Competitive Club Sports & Performance Federation - Sports

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Matthew Hulbert, Pearse Lehmann

Mission
While the club was founded on the ideal to bring a Division III football team back to the school, throughout the years our mission has slowly changed to become a more social club where members have a place to play football, get their minds off the stress of classes, and meet people with similar interests to make lasting friendships.

Membership Benefits
The club practices weekly for two hours and plans regular get-togethers for members to hang out and get to know each other. The club also attends two competitive tournaments in the fall; one in Maryland and one in Massachusetts, where teams from all over the east coast attend and compete for a weekend. We take 30 people to each tournament, with hotel and travel already financially taken care of. With dues being only $20 for new members and $40 for returners, this is a very affordable club and a great time for all who become a part of it


Lifetime membership



RIT GLBTQA Alliance

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - LGBTQIA

Web site Mission Contact: Clover Shamis, Email group officers

Mission
A social organization that holds meetings and events catered tword the LGBT community.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



RIT Improv

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Special Interest

Web site Mission Contact: Stephen Callen

Mission
"RIT Improv consists of 3 mainstage improv teams who perform improvised comedy shows almost every Friday for free on campus.
In addition, the club hosts two meetings every week where the members teach workshops on how to perform improvised comedy."


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



RIT Paintball Team

Competitive Club Sports & Performance Federation - Sports

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Email group officers

Mission
We are the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) Tigers competitive paintball team. We are a competitive club sports team recognized by the RIT club sports federation. Our mission is to compete in regional and national collegiate paintball tournaments (NCPA) while fostering a strong family mentality among members.

We hold weekly strength and conditioning practices as well as practice 2 to 3 times a month at local paintball fields.

Check out our social media profiles and feel free to shoot us an email if you want to become a part of the team!

Membership Benefits
Friends (we are a family!)
Fun!
Competition
Exercise
Travel

If you wish to be a part of our team, feel free to contact us at rittigerspaintball@gmail.com


Lifetime membership



RIT Pep Band

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Music and Dance

Web site Mission Contact: Peyton Schmidt, Sarah Messner, Christine Miller, Email group officers

Mission
The RIT Pep Band's mission is to bring fun and energy to every event we play at, whether it's a hockey game, lacrosse tournament, or charity walk. We aim to create quality music and have a blast doing it!

Membership Benefits


This group is restricted to RIT (Rochester Institute of Technology) users only


Lifetime membership



RIT Players

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Art Media & Design

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Kristen Hanley, Email group officers

Mission
RIT Players is a student-run theater group. We keep pretty busy during the semester, between plays, musicals, variety shows, 24 hour shows and more! In addition to acting, we also have other opportunities to get involved, such as tech, directing, and marketing, to name a few. If you are interested in theater, we definitely have something for you! For more information, email eboard@players.rit.edu, or, feel free to join in on one of our weekly meetings to see what we're all about! We meet 8pm every Tuesday in the 1829 room in the SAU.

Membership Benefits
Anyone can be part of our shows (acting, directing, tech, etc.), join one of our numerous committees, or apply for standard leadership roles.

Active members can vote on what shows we do, who our eboard is, and any constitutional amendments. Active membership is reached by attending more than half of the meetings in a semester (ex. in a 15 meeting semester, 8 meetings must be attended to be an active member). Can't make our meetings? Read the minutes and email joeb@players.rit.edu to get attendance credit.


Lifetime membership



RIT Quidditch

Competitive Club Sports & Performance Federation - Sports

Web site Mission Contact: Laurel Perweiler, Email group officers

Mission
RIT Quidditch organizes and promotes the game of Muggle Quidditch on the RIT campus. This includes open pick-up games between RIT students and a travel team that competes against other schools and community teams around the nation.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



RIT Sailing Club

Competitive Club Sports & Performance Federation - Sports

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Benjamin Wilson, Ian Taylor, Joel Yuhas, Email group officers

Mission
Increasing access to the sport of sailing at RIT and competitive racing for college students. Practice several times per week at Rochester Yacht Club, with over 10 regattas in the fall of 2018 and two for the 2019 Spring Season. Dues are very affordable relative, reach out to us with any questions!!

Membership Benefits
1. Access to classroom practices
2. Access to on the water practice facilities
3. Ability to race competitively in MAISA
4. Use of team drysuits and life jackets

Join up at either a regular meeting or message Ben (through contact us), and join through this site!

More details required: Just a little info (copy paste the below)... Name - xxxx Email - xxxx Year - xxxx Major - xxxx Interest Level - xxxx Sailing Experience (if any) - xxxx


Lifetime membership



RIT Student Music Association

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Music and Dance

Web site Mission Contact: Nicholas Bitten

Mission
RITSMA's mission is to provide a network for music lovers and musicians on RIT's campus. We run events to support this mission, including jam sessions, open mics and concerts. We also provide live sound production services for clubs free of charge.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



RIT Swim Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Sports

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Reed Truax, Email group officers

Mission
To create a happy, peaceful, non-discriminatort environment that works well with RIT, its facilities, and all of its members who want to get together to do casual swim workouts.

Membership Benefits
We eat a lot of pizza and pasta together. We also create many different workout sets per practice tailored to different swimming abilities.


Lifetime membership



RIT Vegan Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Special Interest

Web site Mission Membership Benefits

Mission
To create a place for students interested in veganism to connect with one another, share their views, and create positive change on campus.

Membership Benefits
RIT Vegan Club (RVC) will serve as a social group that connects students, faculty, and alumni interested in veganism. RVC will also serve as a place for discussion about animal rights issues, the environment, health, and other societal implications of veganism. The club will also provide information and education on how to transition to a cruelty-free lifestyle and how to make more compassionate choices in day-to-day life.


Lifetime membership



RIT VEX U

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - STEM

Web site Mission Contact: Shane Murphy, Email group officers

Mission
We create robots using the VEX Robotics design system that we use to compete in game-like matches in regional competitions against other university teams. Our robot has to fit certain material and size restrictions as defined in the game manual. Each robot requires designers, builders, fabricators, programmings and drivers to all work together to create the best robot. We are also hosting a competition for the younger high school league at RIT in February 2017. Additionally, we will offer our assistance to upstate high school teams with their events.

Membership Benefits


This group is restricted to Some RIT (Rochester Institute of Technology) users only


Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



RITchies

Residence Life Department Programs & Initiatives - Department

Web site Contact: Adam Griffith

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



RITficial Intelligence

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Special Interest

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Paul Galatic

Mission
Our mission is to enable students at RIT to engage in the exciting and ever-changing field of artificial intelligence. We are a community of enthusiasts and aspiring developers intent on exploring the latest research, from Deepmind to OpenAI and so much more.

If you would like to know more, feel free to join our Slack channel!

Membership Benefits
Membership is free—just show up!


Lifetime membership



RITGraph

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Art Media & Design

Web site Mission Contact: Email group officers

Mission
We're a student chapter of SIGGRAPH, which is an international special interest group in computer graphics. We host workshops to learn new skills, and events to practice those skills in a fun way and network with other students.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Robotics Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - STEM

Web site Mission Membership Benefits

Mission
We are a multi-disciplinary robotic club that aims to teach, create, and manage robotic projects, using skills learned across electrical, mechanical, and software engineering. Our motto is "we build robots", and we work our hardest to bring our design into reality, whether for research or for competition.


Membership Benefits
We have lots of tools, materials, and company connections when it comes to building robots, entering competitions, and even finding Co-ops.


Lifetime membership



Rochester Wargamer Association and Guild

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Gaming

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Raymond Stempel, Email group officers

Mission
RWAG is RIT's Tabletop Gaming Club! Come join us every tuesday night in the SAU Cafeteria from 6-11 for board games, card games, tabletop RPGs and wargames! Everything from Magic: The Gathering to Dungeons & Dragons.

Membership Benefits
Free Entry into Rudicon, RIT's Gaming Convention
Free Weekly Board Game Rentals
an RWAG T-Shirt
a Pizza night in the fall, and BBQ night in the spring!


Lifetime membership



Rock Climbing Club

Competitive Club Sports & Performance Federation - Sports

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Briana Goold, Anna Smiechowski

Mission
Our mission is to strengthen and build the student climbing community at RIT and provide resources for students to improve their climbing skills both mentally and physically through climbing related community service programs and through recreational and competitive rock climbing.

Membership Benefits
We plan indoor and outdoor rock climbing trips throughout the year and have social events and fundraisers on and off campus.


Lifetime membership



Rocky Horror

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Special Interest

Web site Mission Contact: Teresa Kugler

Mission
We perform the Rocky Horror picture show 2-3 times a semester. Our shows include a full shadow cast and a phantom Troup with more call line than you can shake a stick at.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Roller Hockey

Competitive Club Sports & Performance Federation - Sports

Web site Mission

Mission
The RIT Roller Hockey Club was formed in the 90's with the goal of gathering players from various skill types to compete in the National Collegiate Roller Hockey Association. It is a opportunity for experienced players to advance their skills and compete at the collegiate level. Additionally, it is a great chance for players who have never played before to learn from experienced players. Whether you're new to Roller Hockey or would just like to keep active and enhance your skills, all are welcome. There are many friendly players in the Roller Hockey club of various skills who come to play so feel free to stop by one of our practices. As always; a stick, skates, gloves, shin pads and a helmet are required.


Membership Benefits


Group password:


Lifetime membership



Running and Multisport Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Sports

Web site Mission Contact: Email group officers

Mission
Welcome to RIT's Running and Multisport club! This club welcomes members of all running, biking and swimming abilities and interests.

We were founded in 1993 and started out as an all female running club. In the Fall of 2003, club membership was expanded to include men and women, and the name was changed to the RIT Running Club. In 2013 the Running Club merged with the Multisport Club (formerly known as the Triathlon Club), to become the Running and Multisport Club.

Purpose: To promote health and fitness through cross country running, triathlons, and other activities.

Goals:
* To provide a more balanced running community at RIT
* To offer support and encouragement through a team atmosphere
* To bring positive recognition to RIT through racing and by being active in the community
* Personal improvement of each runner's ability with respect to his/her own goals

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Russian Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Cultural

Web site Mission Contact: Daniil Vasin

Mission
We aim to bring together the Russian and greater Eastern-European and Eurasian community at RIT and promote our mutual culture through activites, events, film screenings, and games

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



SAE Clean Snowmobile Team

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - STEM

Web site Mission

Mission
The SAE International Clean Snowmobile Challenge (CSC) program is an engineering design competition for undergraduate and graduate students. The program provides participants with the opportunity to enhance their engineering design and project management skills by applying learned classroom theories in a challenging competition that tests their designs to reengineer an existing snowmobile to reduce emissions and noise. Participants’ modified snowmobiles will compete in a variety of events including emissions, noise, fuel economy/endurance, acceleration, handling, static display, cold start and design.

There are two categories in the Internal Combustion in which teams can compete: gasoline or diesel. The intent of the competition is to develop a snowmobile that is acceptable for use in environmentally sensitive areas such as our National Parks or other pristine areas. The modified snowmobiles are expected to be quiet, and emit significantly less unburned hydrocarbons and carbon monoxide than current production snowmobiles, without significantly increasing oxides of nitrogen emissions. Since higher, more noticeable emission particles are also a characteristic of diesel engines, there will be an additional emissions requirement for controlling soot. The modified snowmobiles are also expected to be cost-effective and comfortable for the operator to drive. The intent of the competition is to design a touring snowmobile that will primarily be ridden on groomed snowmobile trails. Modern snowmobiles are engineered to meet the current standards for noise and emissions. Teams are expected to add innovative solutions for improving on the performance of the base sled that they start with. Design judges (written and verbal) will be looking for innovations and incorporating that into their scores.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Saudi Students Organization

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Cultural

Web site Contact: Mohammed Basendwah

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Saunders Multicultural Business Association

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Business & Management

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Manuel Acosta-Torres, Maria Tovar, Ashley Casimir

Mission
The mission of the Saunders Multicultural Business Association is to address the professional and networking needs that enable students, particularly minority students, to maximize their career potential in their desired field. This organization seeks to mold leaders and provide opportunities for minority students. In addition, the Saunders Multicultural Business Association’ wants to engage with the E. Philip Saunders College of Business, other business clubs, and the RIT community at large.

Membership Benefits
Becoming a member of SMBA has its benefits. In fact, past SMBA members have received co-op, internship, and full time positions with organizations as: JPMorgan, Microsoft, Chase, Deloitte & Touché, Xerox, Google and Kodak. Membership in SMBA will allow you to gain professional skills, network with other students and professionals, gain access to scholarship opportunities, and become a leader. SMBA is a growing club, and we hope to increase the benefits that we offer to our members in the future!


Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Secular & Skeptical Student Life

Spirituality & Religious Life Affiliated Programs - Religious & Spiritual

Web site

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Sigma Alpha Mu

Fraternity & Sorority Life - Fraternity & Sorority Life

Web site Mission

Mission
Sigma Alpha Mu's Mission is to foster the development of collegiate men and our alumni by instilling strong fraternal values, offering social and service opportunities, encouraging academic excellence and teaching leadership skills.  We will continue to attract members of all beliefs who appreciate our great heritage as a fraternity of Jewish men.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Sigma Chi

Fraternity & Sorority Life - Fraternity & Sorority Life

Web site Mission

Mission
Our mission is to develop values-based leaders committed to the betterment of character, campus and community.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Sigma Lambda Upsilon

Fraternity & Sorority Life - Fraternity & Sorority Life

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Email group officers

Mission
Sigma Lambda Upsilon/Señoritas Latinas Unidas Sorority, Inc. highly prides itself as an organization of diverse collegiate and professional women dedicated to uplifting traditionally marginalized groups, specifically Latinos and women, by serving as a voice and means for empowerment.


Membership Benefits
- Sisterhood
- Professional Development
- Cultural Enrichment
- A vast network of Hermanas nation wide
- Leadership skills
- Community Service



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Sigma Nu

Fraternity & Sorority Life - Fraternity & Sorority Life

Web site Mission

Mission
 To develop ethical leaders inspired by the principles of Love, Honor and Truth. To foster the personal growth of each man's mind, heart and character. To perpetuate lifelong friendships and commitment to the Fraternity.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Sigma Psi Zeta

Fraternity & Sorority Life - Fraternity & Sorority Life

Web site Mission Contact: Allie Sangalli, Vicki Lin

Mission
Promote unity among women and the awareness of the Asian/Asian-American culture and heritage.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Sigma Sigma Sigma

Fraternity & Sorority Life - Fraternity & Sorority Life

Web site Mission Contact: Jenny Patterson, Email group officers

Mission
To establish among its members a perpetual bond of friendship, to develop in them strong womanly character, and to impress upon them high standards of conduct.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Silver Wings

Center for Leadership & Civic Engagement Affiliated Groups - Leadership & Civic Engagement

Web site Mission Contact: Alexis Collazo

Mission
Silver Wings (SW) is a national, co-ed, professional organization dedicated to creating proactive, knowledgeable, and effective civic leaders through community service and education about national defense.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Smash Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Gaming

Web site Mission Contact: Jeremy Lefurge, Christopher Chaffin, Email group officers

Mission
The RIT Smash Club is dedicated to supporting and increasing the popularity of the Super Smash Bros. video game series at the Rochester Institute of Technology. Additionally, the club may serve as a community through which both experienced and new gamers may meet and form new friendships. These objectives will be met through regular and frequent club meetings, as well as various club events around the campus.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - STEM

Web site Mission

Mission
SASE is dedicated to the advancement of Asian heritage scientists and engineers in education and employment so that they can achieve their full career potential. In addition to professional development, SASE also encourages members to contribute to the enhancement of the communities in which they live.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - STEM

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Paola Viera, Email group officers

Mission
SHPE is an organization dedicated to promoting academic development, professional development, leadership development, community outreach and chapter development. While SHPE focuses on the betterment of Hispanics in STEM fields, anyone is more than welcome to join!

Membership Benefits






Lifetime membership



Society of Physics Students

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - STEM

Web site Mission

Mission
SPS is a chapter based society that exists to help students transform themselves into contributing members of the professional community. Traditional coursework develops only one range of skills. Other skills needed to flourish professionally include effective communication and personal interactions, leadership experience, establishing a personal network of contacts, presenting scholarly work in professional meetings and journals, research experiences, and outreach services to the campus and local communities. Through its members, advisers, chapters, and leadership, SPS enables national initiatives and local impacts within the community. SPS supports students, advisers, and departments to improve the overall community.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Softball

RIT Varsity Athletic Team - RIT Varsity Athletics

Web site

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Space Time Adventures at RIT

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Special Interest

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Matthew O'Herren, Email group officers

Mission
We want to bring people together through the love of science fiction.

Membership Benefits
As a member, you get discounts on STAR t-shirts and events, an ID card, and the ability to head a committee, vote in elections, and run for bridge crew.


Lifetime membership



Spanish Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Cultural

Web site Mission Contact: Julia Provenzano, Email group officers

Mission
RIT Spanish club is dedicated to hosting weekly meetings to practice speaking Spanish, learn about Hispanic cultures, and participate in fun games and activities!


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Spectrum Support Program

Student Affairs - Department

Web site Mission Contact: Laurie Ackles, Email group officers

Mission
The Spectrum Support Program provides innovative supports that positively impact the college experience for RIT students, particularly those with autism spectrum disorders. We are committed to helping students build the connections to RIT that will assist them in achieving academic, social and career success. The program seeks to create a campus culture of acceptance and support through collaboration, consultation, and training.

Membership Benefits


This group is restricted to Group members


Lifetime membership



SPEX Astrodynamics

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - STEM

Web site Mission Contact: Email group officers

Mission
RIT SPEX Astrodynamics is a multidisciplinary group that focuses on tracking celestial objects, learning about orbital mechanics, space technology, and more. Students will get hands on experience with optical systems, observing the sky, astrophotography and data collection. They can also learn about space and spacecraft missions.
The astrodynamics team is responsible for developing the expertise and techniques for tracking fast moving Low-Earth Orbit(LEO) objects. We use optical telescopes to record LEO object orbital elements then use that data with Orbital Simulation software to model their orbits over time.


Telescopes
We have two telescopes provided through the Provost's Learning Innovations Grant. Our primary scope is the Meade LX200-ACF GPS 12"" reflector telescope. We also use a 80mm refractor scope as a spotting scope mounted coaxially to the LX200. We are also acquiring an equatorial mounted scope. This would be lower power but would simplify observations of slow moving objects. It would also be ideal for community outreach events since it is easier to use. The LX200-ACF GPS is ideal for satellite tracking applications. We require a high tracking speed to keep up with fast moving objects and cubesats have a very low apparent magnitude. The 80mm refractor is a good complement to the main scope. Its wide field of view makes acquiring targets easier than through the main scope and it is powerful enough to be used for observations separately.

Sensors
We have 3 imaging sensors that we use for observations. Our primary sensor is a Canon EOS Rebel SL1 DSLR. We chose this sensor because of its relatively low weight and slim profile compared to other DSLRs. This allows for unrestricted movement of the telescope while the sensor is attached. The sensor is operated remotely via a computer connected with USB. We are currently using Canon's proprietary software for controlling the sensor. Our secondary sensor is the Orion Starshoot Solar System Color Imaging Camera IV. This CMOS sensor is lightweight and has a slim profile allowing it to be integrated on every scope we have. It is designed to be used for astrophotography and features an integrated 1.25"" adapter. Our tertiary sensor is an old Logitech webcam. It was initially designed for video chat but we have modified it to be used for astrophotography purposes. We are currently acquiring a 12mm to 1.25"" adapter to mount the sensor with our scopes.

Membership Benefits


To sign up, please email spex.rit@gmail.com expressing interest in the team


Lifetime membership



Spikeball Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Sports

Web site Mission Contact: Jamison Friauf

Mission
We play spikeball! It's the fun game with a circular net on the ground, where teams of two face off. You win when you spike the ball and the other team can't return it. You can play in the park, on the beach, in a pool, anywhere!

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Spirituality and Religious Life

Spirituality & Religious Life Affiliated Programs - Department

Web site Mission Contact: Monica Sanford, Aisha Stephens, Email group officers

Mission
Spirituality & Religious Life at RIT cultivates engaged and vibrant religious, secular, and spiritual communities on campus that explore deep questions of purpose, meaning, and value.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Buddhist Campus Practices

Spirituality & Religious Life Affiliated Programs - Religious & Spiritual

Web site

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

SRL


BCP





Closed Membership



Soto Zen

Spirituality & Religious Life Affiliated Programs - Religious & Spiritual

Web site

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Catholic Campus Ministries

Spirituality & Religious Life Affiliated Programs - Religious & Spiritual

Web site

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Hindu Student Life

Spirituality & Religious Life Affiliated Programs - Religious & Spiritual

Web site

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Jewish Student Life

Spirituality & Religious Life Affiliated Programs - Religious & Spiritual

Web site Contact: Nora Chernov

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Muslim Student Life

Spirituality & Religious Life Affiliated Programs - Religious & Spiritual

Web site

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Pagan & Wiccan Campus Life

Spirituality & Religious Life Affiliated Programs - Religious & Spiritual

Web site

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Protestant Christian Ministries

Spirituality & Religious Life Affiliated Programs - Religious & Spiritual

Web site

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Spoken Communication Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Special Interest

Web site Mission Contact: Edward Riley, Ashton Arrington

Mission
We are here to provide a comfortable environment for the deaf and hard of hearing students who prefer spoken communication.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Sports Enthusiasts

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Special Interest

Web site Mission Contact: Shayne Mogilski

Mission
The purpose of the organization is to discuss sports and relevant news repeatedly.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Storytellers

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Art Media & Design

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Email group officers

Mission
We are the Creative Writing Club on campus! Storytellers is a community of writers who strive to tell strong and inclusive stories. In club, we share writing tips, give presentations, and hold group critiques to further our creativity.

If you'd like to be added to our mailing list, please email storytellers@rit.edu

Membership Benefits
Members will improve their writing, receive critiques, and gain more knowledge about the art of creative writing.


Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Student Affairs

Student Affairs - Department

Web site Contact: Kimberly Vent, Email group officers

Mission


Membership Benefits


This group is restricted to Group members


Lifetime membership



Student Dietetic Association

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Wellness

Web site Mission Contact: Kenneth Nickels, Nicole Mackey, Brooke Busa, Madeline Gibbs, Joanna Chiu

Mission
We are a student run group that promotes healthy living through food! This club consists mainly of nutrition students but anyone is welcomed. We participate in numerous volunteer events both on campus and in the community.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Student Environmental Action League

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Environmental & Sustainability 

Web site Mission Contact: Noah Winslow

Mission
The Student Environmental Action League (SEAL) is an environmental activist group at Rochester Institute of Technology. Through our own efforts and partnerships with other local organizations on campus and in the Rochester community SEAL facilitates environmental education, awareness, and initiatives.

Students for a green campus, green future, green community.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Student Government

Student Government - Department

Web site Mission Contact: Email group officers

Mission
To represent to the interests of the student body through the implementation of innovative programs, services, and initiatives that enrich student lives. We will be the primary source of advocacy for students from Rochester Institute of Technology and we will utilize our shared governance structure to voice student opinion and concern. RIT Student Government will be the forefront of change within the university.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Student Interpreting Association

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Special Interest

Web site Mission Contact: Email group officers

Mission
To better One another and foster a positive learning environment, and
To provide equal opportunity to any student to better the whole, and
To offer networking through both the interpreting and Deaf communities,
And for these Ends
To offer our skills as individuals and compile them to become a resource for the practice of the whole, and
To unite our student body to maintain better practice during and after our studies, and
To promote the field of interpreting through creating a community within the National Technical Institute for the Deaf,
Have Resolved to Combine our Efforts to Accomplish these Aims.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Student-Athlete Advisory Committee

Representative Student Organizations (RSO) - Sports

Web site Contact: Jeffrey Siegel, Danielle Hotz

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Students in Technology

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - STEM

Web site Mission

Mission
In SIT, students will be part of multi-disciplinary, multi-year teams that work on a project of their own choosing over the course of 1 or 2 semesters. Completed projects will be displayed at ImagineRIT. The collaborative environment will allow upper classmen to explore ideas they've had during their time at RIT, while giving lower classmen exposure to new ideas well ahead of when they would normally learn about it in the classroom.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Surround Sound

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Closed - Music and Dance

Web site Contact: Peter Waldmiller, Nathan Durham, Email group officers

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Table Tennis Club

Competitive Club Sports & Performance Federation - Sports

Web site Mission Contact: Burair Kothari, Thomas Mountford, Prajwal Venkateswaran, Rushi Shanishchara

Mission
Represent RIT in competitive table tennis at the collegiate level in the United States and Canada.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Tae Kwon Do Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Sports

Web site Mission Contact: Arkia Vanner, William Estey, Michael Veress

Mission
We provide a space to help develop our member's fitness and skill in Taekwondo.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Tangent

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - LGBTQIA

Web site Contact: Alexander Keller

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Tango Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Music and Dance

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Kevin Claps, Email group officers

Mission
The Tango club is committed to the teaching and spreading awareness of the Argentine Tango dance and culture at RIT by offering free lessons at all levels. We focus on the social aspects of the dance and generally avoid teaching choreography or "show moves". We will occasionally do performances for promotional purposes, but we do not actively seek out competitions.

Membership Benefits
-Body awareness and technique
-Social skills
-Improvisational skills
-A dance to show off at parties



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Task Force Tiger

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Closed - STEM

Web site Mission Contact: Christopher Josselyn

Mission
Task Force Tiger is an organization within the Tiger Battalion designed to bridge the social gap between our new cadets and our soon-to-be Second Lieutenants.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Tau Kappa Epsilon

Fraternity & Sorority Life - Fraternity & Sorority Life

Web site Mission

Mission
 Our mission is to aid men in their mental, moral, and social development for life.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Tech Crew

Campus Life Department Programs & Initiatives - Department

Web site Contact: Email group officers

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Technical Association of the Graphic Arts

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Art Media & Design

Web site Mission Contact: Rachel Goldberg, Bruce Myers, Htaw Pakao, Nicole Saunders, Cindy Castillo Lake, Francina Castro Reynoso

Mission
Our mission is to provide students with an industry compliant, hands on print and digital production experience.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



TEDx at RIT

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Special Interest

Web site Mission Contact: Jasmine Ulger

Mission
Mission: To embody the TED mission of “Spread[ing] Ideas” by incorporating local resources and community diversity.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Tennis Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Sports

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Ella Mathewson, Maha Khokhar, Email group officers

Mission
The Tennis Club at RIT is a non-competitive club where the main goal is to meet other tennis players of all levels along with have the resources to play tennis. We meet once a week on the weekends and share some great time together playing tennis.


Membership Benefits
At the tennis club, members will get a chance to meet other fellow students that love the game of tennis and expand your friendship with those who play tennis.


Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



The Den

Residence Life Department Programs & Initiatives - Department

Web site Contact: Adam Griffith

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



The Order of the Cardboard Knights

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Special Interest

Web site Mission Contact: Evan Mulconry

Mission
We the Order of The Cardboard Knights seek to promote healthy and fun lifestyles through environmental awareness and stress relieving activities. As a club based around sustainability, crafting, and comedy, we gather recyclables such as paper products, cans, and bottles, and re-purpose those items by crafting armor and trinkets. Additionally, every semester we will hold various events centered around LARPing (Questing), crafting, and community restoration. In our weekly meetings and club events, we seek to support students in their college endeavors by promoting healthy living practices.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Theme Park Enthusiasts

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Special Interest

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Catherine Osadciw, Julia Javorsky

Mission
Our mission is to bring together those with a similar passion for roller coasters and theme parks and foster this excitement for this unique industry.

Membership Benefits
When you join the Theme Park Enthusiasts, you'll receive discounts to Amusement park club trips, opportunities to participate in Design competitions, attend behind the scenes tours of Amusement parks, travel to professional conferences, and the chance to network with professionals in the Amusement Industry!


Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Theta Chi

Fraternity & Sorority Life - Fraternity & Sorority Life

Web site Mission

Mission
The Fraternity Maxim is used in Theta Chi to emphasize our commitment to the missions of the institutions where Theta Chi is present. We believe that our members share a lifelong responsibility to be active participants in campus affairs and their local communities.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Tiger Media

Service Student Organizations (SSO) - Art Media & Design

Web site Mission Contact: Abbigail Kolar

Mission
Tiger Media is a student media organization run by a team of Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing talended students to serve the RIT/NTID community with news and entertainment in American Sign Language.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Tora-Con 2019

Special Event - Special Interest

Web site Mission Contact: Sally Boniecki, Email group officers

Mission
What does "Tora" mean? RIT's mascot is the tiger, and "tiger" in Japanese is "tora". Put that together with "convention" and you get Tora-Con! Tora-Con is an annual two-day convention celebrating anime, cosplay, and nerd culture in general. Since we began in 2004, Tora-Con has grown into a major event with thousands of attendees.

Every year we feature iconic anime culture guests from around the world, a packed schedule of panels, contests, major events, and performances as well as a vendors hall filled with amazing artists and dealers of genuine anime merchandise. Enjoy a full weekend of anime-themed events, cosplay, games, and convention fun! We welcome fans old and new, and hope you will join us for the festivities!

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Tutor for Hire

Academic Support Center Department Programs & Initiatives - Department

Web site Contact: Bruce Pennington

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Ukulele Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Music and Dance

Web site Mission Membership Benefits Contact: Email group officers

Mission
Our mission is to spread happiness with the power of the ukulele!

Fall 2018 we will be meeting from 7-9pm! We'll be meeting in the SAU room 2510 (aka the Mosaic room), but please follow us on social media to be updated week to week in case of any changes!

Membership Benefits
Don't have your own uke? We have some club ukuleles that are for you to use! Talk to an e-board member if you want to borrow one or just use one during meetings.


Lifetime membership



Ultrasound Student Assocation

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - STEM

Web site Mission Contact: Mae Wilson

Mission
The Ultrasound Student Association is anclub for the students of RIT's DMSO and ECHO programs.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Unity House

Special Interest House (SIH) - Multicultural

Web site Contact: Di'Monique George, Alex Williams, Killiaun Blatche

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Velocity Urban Dance Crew

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Music and Dance

Web site Mission Contact: Fateemah Saleem

Mission
Velocity is a student run urban dance team at RIT. We aim to foster a positive and supportive environment so that our members can freely express themselves. Our goal has always been to leave everything on the dance floor and nothing less, whether it be in practice, on stage, or in hosting our annual event: RIT’s Best Dance Crew (RBDC). Every spring, we invite dance teams from colleges across upstate New York to compete in our multi-genre dance competition. Genres include hip hop, belly dance, Afro Caribbean, Latin, stepping, Bhangra, and contemporary. The event is also free and open to the public. By providing a platform for teams with various dance styles to showcase their talent, we wish to share our collective passion for dance with the community in hopes that more people will be inspired to live out their passions as well. We also host bi-weekly urban dance workshops which are also open to the public. We encourage everyone to participate regardless of experience levels.


Membership Benefits


This group is restricted to Group members


Lifetime membership



Veterans Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Leadership & Civic Engagement

Web site Mission Membership Benefits

Mission
A club for Veterans, Military, Spouses, Dependents, and ROTC Cadets. The club’s mission is to help its military affiliated students adjust, integrate, and become successful in college life through fellowship, the dissemination of valuable information, and provide guidance to veteran resources while in an environment of mutual support. Previous activities have included monthly meetings, guest speakers, and off-campus activities that provide a place to meet both formally and socially.

Membership Benefits
A sense of military family, establishment of college spirit; opportunities for professional development, leadership, and mentorship; and a safe and secure environment that results in the culmination of a completed degree program.


Lifetime membership



Video Makers Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Art Media & Design

Web site Mission Contact: Nathan Sorrentino

Mission
We network, we share equipment and resources, and do what we can to make amazing and fun videos a reality!
We also collaborate on projects that originate outside of this club - as an asset!
If you are a SOFA student needing some actors/actresses or something, feel free to bring your needs here, and there should be at least some of us around to be of help!

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Vietnamese Student Association

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Cultural

Web site Mission Contact: Abigail My Tran, Toni Tran, Email group officers

Mission
We want to promote Vietnamese culture to friends from all over the world and contribute to the diversity culture of RIT.

Membership Benefits


Please email Abigail Tran (mt2915@rit.edu) or Cathy Nguyen (uvn1369@rit.edu) to be added to out mailing list


Lifetime membership



Vis Viva Dance Company

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Music and Dance

Web site Mission Contact: Emily Gray

Mission
Vis Viva Dance Company is a student choreographed club that is open to all levels of dancing. The club covers a wide range of genres of dancing including tap, jazz, contemporary, ballet, pointe, and even Irish step dancing. Each semester a showcase is held is order to display the choreography of that semester. The club also performs occasionally throughout the semester including Imagine RIT, Homecoming, etc.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Visual Communication Design Club

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Art Media & Design

Web site Mission

Mission
VCDC's mission is to bring together students interested in user interface design, user experience, and motion graphics. By having different events and activities, were creativity, visual design, motion graphics and user experience are the on top of the list, while creating a family-like environment where we can help each other out and give advice.

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Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Vocal Accent

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Closed - Music and Dance

Web site Contact: Sarah Nick, Erika Kallio

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Volleyball

RIT Varsity Athletic Team - RIT Varsity Athletics

Web site

Mission


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



WADAIKO

Campus Life Managed Organizations - Open - Music and Dance

Web site Mission Contact: Patrick Ly, Email group officers

Mission
Our mission is to share the art of taiko, Japanese drumming, and to raise interest in both Japanese culture and music.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Weightlifting Club

Competitive Club Sports & Performance Federation - Sports

Web site Mission

Mission
This organization shall be to create a community for those students interested in hardening their mental and physical strength. We will provide students with resources and outlet to reach their fitness goals. We seek to create a better community both inside and outside of the gym.


Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Wellness

Wellness Affiliated Departments & Initiatives - Department

Web site Mission Contact: Wendy Gelbard, Melody Klein

Mission
The Wellness area within the Division of Student Affairs shares a passion for enriching the quality of life for all students. Every area within Wellness aims to enhance student success and collegiate life by providing innovative, inclusive and responsible programs, services and education.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Wellness Education

Wellness Affiliated Departments & Initiatives - Department

Web site Mission Contact: Michelle Schrouder

Mission
The mission of Department of Wellness Education is to provide outcome based courses and services that encourage students to initiate or expand a healthier lifestyle. The Wellness Education Department will offer a comprehensive wellness curriculum that spans the seven dimensions of wellness, fulfills the RIT wellness graduation requirement, is delivered by highly qualified instructors and is offered in state of the art facilities. Course offerings and services will be designed to be responsive to student needs and current with industry trends.

Taking at least 2 courses offered through the Department of Wellness Education fulfills RIT’s mandatory wellness graduation requirement.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Wellness: Center for Recreational Sports

Wellness Affiliated Departments & Initiatives - Department

Web site Mission Contact: David Stevens

Mission
The mission of the Center for Recreational Sports is to promote and develop healthy lifestyles, social interaction, leadership skills and sportsmanship by providing innovative recreational programs, services, facilities and employment opportunities that are outcomes based, comprehensive, inclusive and of the highest quality.

The Center for Recreational Sports is home to some of the finest recreational facilities at the college level, today. These facilities include the Gordon Field House and Activities Center, the Hale-Andrews Student Life Center, Judson/Hale Aquatics Center, Wiedman Fitness Center, and Red Barn Climbing. For more information, visit www.rit.edu/criw

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Wellness: Center for Women & Gender

Wellness Affiliated Departments & Initiatives - Department

Web site Mission Contact: Kelly Kamish

Mission
The mission of the Center for Women and Gender is to serve as a resource for advocacy and education to the entire RIT community. The Center for Women and Gender will provide educational, outcome based, programs to inform the community of relevant issues impacting women and gender minorities, both in the RIT community and the global society. The Center will also provide personalized support services for all members of the campus community.

The Center for Women and Gender is one of only 400 centers of its kind on college campuses, nation-wide.


Membership Benefits


This group is restricted to Officers only


Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Wellness: Counseling & Psychological Services

Wellness Affiliated Departments & Initiatives - Department

Web site Mission Contact: Kristina Walker, Email group officers

Mission
Counseling and Psychological Services’ mission is to enhance the RIT student potential for learning and success and to promote the emotional health and well-being of the campus community through the delivery of responsive, empirically based and culturally competent mental health services.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Wellness: Outdoor Education

Wellness Affiliated Departments & Initiatives - Department

Web site Mission Contact: Tom Connelly, Brenden Eng

Mission
Outdoor Education includes RIT’s own indoor rock climbing gym, “Red Barn Climbing”; a variety of outdoor and adventure-related Wellness Education Courses, and a number of other programs, events and services that all relate to outdoor education, recreation and leadership.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Wellness Team: Alcohol and Other Drugs

Wellness Affiliated Departments & Initiatives - Wellness

Web site Mission Contact: David Graupman, Sara Engel

Mission
The Alcohol and Other Drug Wellness Team identifies, develops, and implements programs focused on improving RIT student's understanding of the effect of alcohol and other drugs. The AOD Wellness Team helps students recognize signs and symptoms associated with alcohol and other drug use and abuse.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Wellness Team: Disease Prevention

Wellness Affiliated Departments & Initiatives - Wellness

Web site Mission Contact: Rebecca Wilson

Mission
The Disease Prevention Wellness Team identifies, develops, and implements programs focused on improving RIT student's understanding of the prevention of diseases. This team is particularly focused on helping RIT students understand decisions that affect their health status and how to be better advocates for healthy practices.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership

Closed Membership



Wellness Team: Financial Health

Wellness Affiliated Departments & Initiatives - Wellness

Web site Mission Contact: Sharon Kompalla-Porter

Mission
The Financial Health Wellness Team identifies, develops, and implements programs focused on improving RIT student's understanding of financial literacy and helping them develop financial strategies that will last them long after their time at RIT.

Membership Benefits



Lifetime membership



Wellness Team: Physical Health and Nutrition

Wellness Affiliated Departments & Initiatives - Wellness

Web site Mission Contact: Michelle Schrouder,