By: Norman Corrion
UNIVERSITY CENTER, MI – Clubs/Orgs Day filled Delta’s halls with cornhole, candy, Plinko, free stuff and passion on Feb. 21. All groups in attendance were sharing information and looking for new members. . Here is what the groups had to say about their club/organization.
Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) honor society, represented by Jacob Carmona
What is the group all about?
“Pushing academics, making people excel at what they want to do, and having a lot of volunteer opportunities to help better the community.”
If someone was considering joining, what would you tell them?
“The benefits are endless; everything shows up on your transcripts. They hold socials, give away free t-shirts and food. With PTK there are a lot of opportunities too; if you want to transfer there are a lot of scholarships you can get just by being in PTK.”
Black Student Union, represented by Alissian Scott
What is the group all about?
“For students to have a safe space to be active, learn, be better, and be a part of campus issues and activities.”
If someone was considering joining, what would you tell them?
“It’s really to get other voices from different backgrounds to come together and bridge a gap, to be more outspoken. Group membership also looks good on resumes.”
Intervarsity Christian Fellowship, represented by Mike Petersen
What is the group all about?
“We are a campus ministry that does bible studies, fellowship time, and outreach activities like how to handle stress.”
If someone was considering joining, what would you tell them?
“We are a place to grow in your faith and build a community.”
Psychology Club, represented by Alexandria White
What is the group all about?
“We’re trying to get more students out there; psychology is a topic that is not talked about as much, the idea of mental health and spreading positivity.”
If someone was considering joining, what would you tell them?
“Getting students to know what their opportunities are, what pathways they can take, and transfer options. Any student majoring in or interested in psychology would find the Psychology Club a good option.”
Fiber Club, represented by Rebecca Hoerauf
What is the group all about?
“Everything relating to clothes: knitting, crochet, and if you want to repair clothes. We also do arts and crafts; we hand make paper and booklets.”
If someone was considering joining, what would you tell them?
“We are a very inclusive club, very tight-knit like a family. If you want to learn anything we are all very open to dedicating a day, we meet every week.”
Environmental Club, represented by Sam Keeler
What is the group all about?
“We do a lot of hiking and a few projects. We are starting a community garden on campus. Planning a big event called a Bioblitz to get as many community members out as we can.”
If someone was considering joining, what would you tell them?
“There is no barrier to entry, if you’ve never been out in nature before or if you’ve spent every day out in nature this is still the club for you. No matter what your interest is, when it comes to the environment we can find a place for you.”
Astronomy Club, represented by Ky Tacey
What is the group all about?
“All about stars, planets, what’s going on up there and telescopes. Trying to get like-minded people together working towards a common goal and trying to teach.”
If someone was considering joining, what would you tell them?
“We have access to telescopes and do observations. You will be able to see things through telescopes that you won’t be able to anywhere else. You don’t need to know anything, you can just show up cause you like stars, we’re open to everybody.”
Business Professionals of America, represented by Joshua McTaggart
What is the group all about?
“We focus on a variety of different competitive events: solo, team, and virtual events you can compete in. There is also a student board that runs it focused on parliamentary procedures, so health administration, cyber security, IT, design, video, and photo.”
“One competition we participated in was broadcasting production, we had to pick two stories, film b-roll, anchor shots, edit it all and then make a little teaser.”
If someone was considering joining, what would you tell them?
“You can get scholarships, get judged by career professionals, get hands-on experience with them, and start building a resume.”
Cornhole Club, represented by Brandon Earls
What is the group all about?
“The Cornhole Club is all about people getting together and having a good time throwing some bags. Getting something to do, physical activity, being able to compete, and have a good time.”
If someone was considering joining, what would you tell them?
We’re going to have fun, compete against each other, develop good relationships, have pizza parties, and fun activities to connect. You can come to just hangout, throw some bags, or you can come to learn how to compete.
Delta Drama, represented by Beth Ann Heyart
What is the group all about?
“We do two productions a year, and students can help out by being on stage or backstage.”
If someone was considering joining, what would you tell them?
“There’s something for everybody. If you are a business major you can come help with the marketing, if someone’s more technical you can learn how to do light boards or sound. If you are more into creative or art aspects you can do makeup, prop making and costumes. If you want to be on stage, we definitely have that too.”You can find information on most Delta clubs on the Delta Clubs and Organizations page.