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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.

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

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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

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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.

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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.

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Members will receive an RIT Anime Club ID Card with their name on it and a choice of 10 designs with fan-favorite anime!

With this ID Card, members are able to rent out of our RIT Anime Club Library, which has a wide array of anime DVDs and Blu-rays, and even more manga.
Additionally, you'll be able to also enter weekly raffles for awesome prizes and receive a discount towards a ticket to Tora-Con, an anime convention run by us!

Furthermore, If you haven't heard, Tora-Con is an anime convention held here on RIT campus and run by students from the anime club! We have everything you'd expect from a convention, big artist alley and vendor hall, industry guests, panels, meetups and more! A lot of work goes into making Tora-Con happen, so we'd love to have your help as staff members. Come to the meeting at 7pm in gosnell a300 right after the anime club planning meeting to learn more. See you there!

Discord: https://discord.gg/SWrQctTJHQ

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Bangladesh cultural society for all Bangladeshi students.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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 each year, and enthusiastically welcome beginners and new members!

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Become a classy individual and garner the respect of your peers.

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For the Record is a club curated for RIT students who have a shared passion for music. We provide a laid-back and limitless environment to immerse yourself in its culture. We also aim to expose new music to members and to educate on its history and modern day impact.

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Our mission is to share French and francophone culture with RIT as well as provide a place where French speakers and learners can connect.

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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.

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Global Union is a Representative Student Organization (RSO) at 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.

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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 communities 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.

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Kaminari is an all-gender SATB a cappella group at Rochester Institute of Technology. Formed in 2015, we sing Japanese music in all genres ranging from city pop to J-rock to anything in between.

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

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Run the organizations to provide Korean International students to come together to grow and improve together academically and professionally. We plan on holding specific events like Alumni Connections so students can receive career advice and information relating to finding jobs with working visas in the future.

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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 "Latine/x." 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.

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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, and Native American Student Association, or ACA. We provide opportunities for our members to learn, embrace, and share their Latin heritage while simultaneously creating and supporting cultural awareness in a social and familial atmosphere.

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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.

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"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."

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Our club's mission is to bring all Nepalese students at RIT together, keep them connected, promote Nepalese culture, and support each other during needs.

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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.

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A club to cater to students from the Indian subcontinent. We celebrate the culture of the Indian Subcontinent, and our e-board helps organize major events for the RIT community. We aim to provide a home away from home for the international students from the subcontinent.

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

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Pandemic is established to demonstrate and build school spirit through the performing art of stepping; to build unity among its members and the Rochester Institute of Technology Community through stepping; to perform service activities in the community in the name of RIT; and to host social, cultural, and professional events for the RIT Community.

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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.

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Our mission is to create a community among Italian-American students through their common heritage, as well as spread Italian culture with those not of Italian descent through the knowledge of Italian culture, such as art, language, history, regional cuisine and media.

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Students gain a sense of community and more opportunities outside of class to learn Italian language and culture. You do not have to be of Italian descent to become a PI member. Elisabetta D'Amanda, our faculty advisor, provides us with opportunities such as events, lectures, and connections with Italian American organizations in the ROC area.

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RIT Voices strives to be a place for students to safely express themselves and their concerns regarding their negative experiences on and off campus. RIT Voices actively works to support students through the development of community bonds, networking skills, and creating a communal bridge between campus clubs/organizations/associations.

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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!

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

Come by our weekly meetings, to practice speaking Spanish, learn about Hispanic cultures, and participate in fun games and activities!

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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 (including choreographies) for promotional purposes, but we do not actively seek out competitions.

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