LS&A Undergraduate Student Associations, Groups, Clubs, and Honor Societies
Open to LS&A Students
| Student Government | College-wide Honor Society (Phi Beta Kappa) | Groups with Department affiliation or sponsorship | Pre-health and Pre-law groups | Honoraries |
LS&A faculty to support department groups (Michigan Daily, 03-Feb-98)
Student clubs bring new life to academics (press release, 29-April-98)
The New Century Fund (press release, 21-Jan-97)
Obtain IFS webspace for your student group
Funding: At present, most student clubs are funded partly by the LS&A Dean's Office, academic departments, and LS&A student government, and partly by student dues, which range from 5 cents to $50.
Membership: Eligibility for membership is determined by each group.
LS&A Student Government (LS&A-SG)
Important functions of LS&A-SG
- speak on behalf of the student body to the Dean of the College
- work tirelessly with the faculty and administration to promote the welfare and interests of the students
- allocate funding to student groups
- make appointments to various LS&A committees, as well as open seats on both LS&A-SG and MSA (applications at 4152 Michigan Union)
LS&A-SG hold meetings. During every LS&A Student Government meeting there is constituents' time, which allows all LS&A students to voice their concerns to the government. We welcome and invite your input. Participate in its general and committee meetings and having your voice heard.
e-mail: lsasg@umich.edu
Phi Beta Kappa
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Phi Beta Kappa, founded in 1776, is the oldest scholastic society in America. Up to four per cent of each year's graduating seniors, and a very few juniors of the highest scholastic ranking, in the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts may be invited to join Phi Beta Kappa. Seniors with outstanding achievements in the liberal arts in other schools and colleges of the University of Michigan may be invited to join if they have earned at least forty-five credits in LS&A. Transfer students with superior academic records in the liberal arts and at least forty-five credits earned in LS&A may also receive invitations to join. Invitations to membership in the national Phi Beta Kappa Society are issued by the local chapter, taking into account achievement in the liberal arts as indicated by a student's cumulative grade point average, numerical rank, and percentile rank. Letter grades reported for Pass/Fail courses will be used in estimating such rankings. Contact information for Alpha of Michigan, Professor Norman E. Kemp National Phi Beta Kappa Society website |
Sigma Xi
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Founded in 1886, Sigma Xi - The Scientific Research Society is an international honor society for scientists and engineers. Membership is open to individuals who have demonstrated excellence or considerable potential for excellence in research. Graduate and undergraduate students are eligible for Associate membership. National Sigma Xi website |
Golden Key National Honor Society
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Golden Key National Honor Society is an organization dedicated to the recognition of outstanding academic achievement. Membership is available to Juniors and Seniors with a G.P.A. of 3.5 or higher. Once you become a member, you are a member for life. There is a one time membership fee of 65 dollars (which goes to scholarships). |
Phi Sigma Theta
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The purpose of the Phi Sigma Theta society is to recognize superior academic achievement among students in institutions of higher education, and to encourage community service, promote leadership, and continue academic excellence amongst its members. |
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Mortar Board
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Mortar Board recognizes college seniors for their achievements in scholarship, leadership and service, provides opportunities for continued leadership development, |
National Society of Collegiate Scholars
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The Society recognizes first and second year students who excel academically, and encourages civic responsibility and leadership development through the collegiate experience and beyond. A University of Michigan chapter has recently been organized. The advisor is Susan Wilson, Office of the Associate Dean of Student-Activities and Programs National Organization's website e-mail the local chapter: nscs@umich.edu |
Shipman Society
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Forty (40) students of high academic achievement who have been admitted as first-year students by January 15 will be nominated for consideration through the admissions process. No separate application is required. Academic achievement will be determined on the basis of a set standard of recalculated high school grades and SAT/ACT test scores. Exceptional talent in the arts and sciences, leadership qualities, and academic potential will also be considered in the nomination process. All nominees will be invited to Ann Arbor for a weekend which will conclude with a group interview. The Shipman Committee will then select the finalists. Shipman Scholars and semifinalists will be notified by mail in late March. |
Bentley Society
The college of LS&A works with the Honors Program to select the most outstanding first-year students from the state of Michigan who have been admitted to the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts by January 15. Nominees are selected for their outstanding achievements in the classroom as well as their accomplishments in extracurricular activities and service to their communities. Exceptional talent in the arts and sciences will also be considered in the nomination process. Nominees will be invited to Ann Arbor in February for a personal interview with the Bentley Foundation Trustees. After the interviews the Trustees recommend the Bentley Scholarship finalists and alternates to the LS&A Office of Student Recruitment and Scholarships. Recipients, alternates and semi-finalists will be notified by mail in late February. Specific questions may be referred to the Scholarship Program Coordinator at (734) 615-0660, or email lsascholarship@umich.edu.
Groups with Department affiliation or sponsorship
Afroamerican and African Studies (CAAS)
CAAS Collective
The CAAS Collective is the student organization of undergraduate concentrators in Afroamerican and African Studies. The Collective works to enhance the experience of all CAAS students in their studies, careers, and community service. Past efforts include poetry readings, informal dialogues with distinguished visiting scholars, writers, and activists, a symposium with the Association of Black American Ambassadors on careers in international affairs, and a book-drive for schools in South Africa. For information on the next meeting of the Collective, please contact us at CAAS Collective, 200 West Hall, 764-5513, or caasmajors@umich.edu.
Sisters of the Cowries
An informal, multidisciplinary group of women undergraduates and graduates. This group gathers to discuss issues of survival and healing at the University of Michigan.
American Culture
American Culture Undergraduate Club
We are the undergraduate students majoring in or interested in American Culture, Ethnic Studies, Latino/a Studies, Native American Studies, and APA Studies. Come join us whether you're a concentrator or not!
Anthropology
Anthropology Undergraduate Club
The Anthropology club is a group of students interested in anthropology who meet on a regular basis for a variety of activities. Some of the possible events are informal talks with faculty members, movies, and field trips. It is organized by the members, with some help from the Anthropology Advisor. This year (2002/2003) it is meeting twice a month every other Tuesday starting September 24th from 4:00-6:00 PM, in 2003 LSA, except for November 19th and December 3rd when the meeting will be held in B130 LSA. Please come, even if you can't stay for entire meeting. It's a great place to meet new people, get new ideas, learn about career opportunities, graduate schools and lots of other things. It's always fun to meet others with like interests! You don't need to be a concentrator to come!!! Contact the Anthropology concentration advisor (Rachel Caspari, 1020 LS&A Building) for information about this group.
Astronomy
The Student Astronomical Society is a non-profit student run organization with the purpose of educating the student body and the public about astronomy. Consisting of astronomy majors and enthusiasts, this group is always open to new members. This group hosts public lectures, tutoring, and inreaches periodically, as well as open houses. Any questions, please send them to sas@astro.lsa.umich.edu or check out the web page.
Biology
Students of Biology
The Students of Biology provide tutoring in introductory Biology, plan field trips to various locations (Chicago, Toronto), and hold biology-related lectures and discussions. Membership is open to anyone with an interest in Biology. The membership dues for the group are $15 per year.
Chemistry
Student Affiliates of the American Chemical Society
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The UM ACSSA is a student chapter affiliated with the national American Chemical Society, with the purpose of promoting outreach activities, including chemistry "shows", demonstrations, tutoring for introductory chemistry courses, lectures, and social activities; their website contains information about the UM chapter, an email list sign-up sheet, jobs postings, links to the national ACS website, and pictures and video of ACS activities. Membership is open to any student with an interest in science and public outreach. ACS meetings are held biweekly on Mondays at 5 p.m. |
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Alpha Chi Sigma (Alpha Beta chapter) fraternity maintains a chapter house near campus. The AB Chapter of the Alpha Chi Sigma Professional Fraternity was founded on May 27, 1916 at the University of Michigan. It is a professional fraternity in chemistry, which binds male and female students majoring in all fields related to chemistry (i.e., Chemistry, Cellular and Molecular Biology, Chemical Engineering, etc.) Alpha Chi Sigma has a mass meeting at the beginning of each term to inform students about our purpose as a fraternity and the advantages of being involved in it. If you are a Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Cellular and Molecular Biology major, or any other chemistry-related major, you are welcomed to participate. Check for mass meeting announcements early next term, specially inside the Chemistry Building. If you have any more questions about the fraternity please e-mail alpha.chi.sigma@umich.edu National Alpha Chi Sigma website |
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Phi Lambda Upsilon, an honorary chemical society, maintains a chapter at the the University of Michigan. Its members have achieved academic excellence in chemistry, chemical engineering, or pharmacy. National Phi Lambda Upsilon website |
The National Organization for the Professional Advancement of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers (NOBCChE, pronounced "No be shay") was established in 1975 to develop and carry out programs to assist minority groups in realizing their full potential in science and engineering fields. The organization has three National Programs that assist in supporting the growth of minority scientists and engineers which are, education, professional development, and community service. These programs are the key to success in the science and technology field. They are geared toward pre-college students, professional chemists and engineers, and the surrounding community of each chapter.
The goal of the University of Michigan Chapter is to: Address the diverse needs and interests of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering students; Provide access to support groups and job connections for students; Promote awareness of the various fields involved with Chemistry and Chemical Engineering
Other information about the chapter can be obtained from the NOBCChE bulletin board in H.H.Dow (1st floor) near 1007 Dow, or by e-mailing um-nobcche@umich.edu
National organization website
Classical Studies
FACTIO -- The Classical Studies Undergraduate Association
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The Undergraduate Classics Association is a student organization dedicated to furthering interest in the classical world through social activities, community service, academic projects and mentorship. The group is primarily for undergraduates concentrating/minoring or thinking of doing so in the Classics Department, but is open to any interested undergraduate at the University of Michigan. Concentrators in Classics are encouraged to become involved with the group. Membership offers the opportunity to meet with fellow students, share experiences, and collaborate on projects. Factio sponsors events such as: Museum trips, Movie nights, Community Outreach, Graduate school information sessions, Talks with professors. |
Communication Studies
Communication Studies Michigan Association for Communication Studies (MACS)
Established in 1997, the Michigan Association for Communication Studies serves as the undergraduate student organization for the Department. Membership is open to all students interested in the field of communication studies, but office holders must be concentrators in communication studies. The group meets on a biweekly basis and hosts events of interest to undergraduate concentrators. MACS activities include resume writing workshops and several professional development talks. Future plans include: a professional development speaker series, an undergraduate tutoring system and an alumni mentorship program. For further information, contact:
LaVerne Cotham
Undergraduate Program Coordinator
Email: cothaml@umich.edu
Phone: 734.647.9723
Department of Communication Studies
2020 Frieze Building
105 South State St.
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
734.647.9723.
Computer Science
Eta Kappa Nu, Beta Epsilon Chapter
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Eta Kappa Nu, Beta Epsilon Chapter Eta Kappa Nu is the honor society for Electrical Engineers and Computer Engineers at the University of Michigan. It sponsors social activities as well as technical presentations from contacts in industry. |
Economics
The Michigan Economic Society(154 Lorch Hall, 763-5318) is the organization for undergraduate students in Economics. Student representatives to department committees are elected by MES members. MES provides informational meetings about careers for economics graduates, informal talks by faculty members, informal peer counseling, and social events. Undergraduate students are encouraged to join MES and avail themselves of its many services. MES also provides tutoring only to members of that organization and they do not charge for tutoring services. The cost to join MES is $15.
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The Michigan Journal of Economics is the oldest undergraduate economics journal in the country. It publishes outstanding undergraduate economics papers from the University of Michigan and other universities around the world in its annual academic journal. The staff of the journal meets once per week to discuss the merits of papers which have been submitted, and engages in editing and publication activities. e-mail: mje-email@umich.edu |
English Language and Literature
Undergraduate English Association (UEA)
The UEA is an academic and social supplement to the English Curriculum. From career panels to poetry readings, the UEA is dedicated to enhancing the experience of majoring in English at the University of Michigan. The UEA holds monthly meeting and are visited by periodic speakers from the English Department and the Ann Arbor community. All students are welcomed to join the UEA.
This student established and run magazine provides students of all fields and concentrations with the opportunity to have their talent displayed in a widely distributed publication. Xylem features students' literary, graphic and photographic art, and is distributed on campus for free. Run by the UEA.
Film and Video Studies
The Film and Video Club
The Film and Video club provides opportunity for students interested in film and video to meet and work together on a variety of projects and events. The FV club produces a once yearly 48-hour production marathon in which student teams are given 48 hours to shoot and edit a short digital video project. Projects are screened in a public showing at the end of the 48-hour deadline. The club has also sponsored lectures, internship panels, student film and video screenings, group productions, and social events. It's a great way for new FV students to meet and work with junior and senior students.
Geological Sciences
Mission is to increase the involvement of undergraduate geology students within the department of geological sciences and to introduce new students to the department in a fun and casual setting. Programs: Internship and Graduate Program Symposiums, Group Recreational/Educational Camping Trips, Social and Professional Networking.
Germanic Languages and Literatures
Delta Phi Alpha, Delta Rho Chapter
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Delta Rho Chapter of Delta Phi Alpha The department sponsors a chapter of the German honorary society, Delta Phi Alpha, to which qualified seniors and graduate students may be elected. Delta Phi Alpha is a national German Honorary Society which recognizes German majors who have made outstanding achievements in the course work for their major, as well as in all their University course work. Those who meet the criteria are invited to become a member of the Society in the spring of their senior year, and an initiation is held during the German Department Honors Day. For additional information contact Dr. Janet VanValkenburg <jvv@umich.edu>, Faculty Advisor for the local chapter. |
The undergraduate German Club sponsors a variety of activities aimed at promoting interest in German culture, language, and society and dedicated to issues related primarily to the cultures of the various German-speaking areas of the world and secondarily to language issues; therefore, anyone with an interest in German is welcome and encouraged to participate.
Several times each term graduate students organize a Kaffeestunde which offers an opportunity for undergraduate and graduate students to meet informally and converse in German. The Kaffeestunde is often arranged around a program theme.
With the support of the Max Kade Foundation, the German Department sponsors a residence facility for men and women students. A German-speaking resident director facilitates the creation of a German environment. The Max Kade House presents regular programs of German films free-of-charge to all interested members of the University community. Lectures and social events are sponsored by the residents of the house. Students should apply through the Housing Office.
Scandinavian Forum
Every 2nd and 4th Monday of the month, Scandinavian and American students meet and chat in Swedish, Danish, Norwegian or just plain English if you prefer! The Scandinavian Forum usually meets at Espresso Royale on Main at 7.30 pm.
For more information, e-mail scanforum@umich.edu
History
Phi Alpha Theta, Alpha Alpha Zeta Chapter
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Phi Alpha Theta is the international honor society for undergraduate History concentrators. The University of Michigan's chapter, Alpha Alpha Zeta, was founded in 1982 on the initiative of our students. Membership is open to any junior or senior History major with at least twelve hours of History credit, an average of 3.5 or better in History courses, and an overall average of 3.0 or better. Undergraduates who wish to join Phi Alpha Theta should contact Professor Mills Thornton at (734) 647-4874 or by e-mail jmthrntn@umich.edu |
The Michigan Journal of History
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The Michigan Journal of History is a student-run organization whose primary purpose is to publish a journal of historical scholarship. The journal is completely staffed by students who make all editorial and organizational decisions for the journal with the backing and support of the History department at the University of Michigan. The journal is an undergraduate publication, whose papers and essays come entirely from the University of Michigan student body. In order to reflect the diversity of both student interests and historical study at the University of Michigan, the journal accepts submissions from all topics of historical research and analysis. In doing so, we hope to encourage students to pursue their passion for history by providing them a place to share their work, while at the same time being honored for it. Through the acknowledgement of individual achievement, the Michigan Journal of History represents the excellence and intensity of the historical scholarship within the University of Michigan's History department as a whole. |
History of Art
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Kaleidoscope, the department's undergraduate association, sponsors a variety of activities such as films, museum trips, speakers, and social events. All History of Art concentrators are eligible to join; notices of meetings and events are posted on the bulletin board in the Tappan Hall lobby. |
Honors Program
African American Honor Students (AAHS)
African American Honors Students meet on a monthly basis, and students have attended some interesting special events. AAHS members are phoning incoming minority Honors students to tell them about life on campus. The group also sponsors a study night just before finals. Please join us if you are interested: contact Donna Wessel Walker in the Honors office or on email: dlww@umich.edu.
Central Planning Committee
Round Table
Honors Amateur Musicians
House Council
Honors Philosophy
Honors Poetry Group
International Studies
The purpose of this organization is to promote and reward scholarship and service among students and practitioners of international relations and global studies, to foster integrity, creative performance, and knowledge in the conduct of international affairs.
Criteria for Membership
Juniors: Five International Relations classes with a 3.6 GPA in the area and a 3.3 GPA overall
Seniors: Seven International Relations classes with a 3.5 GPA in the area and a 3.3 GPA overall
Admission to Sigma Iota Rho is open to all qualified students studying in any subfield of international relations - political science, history, international economy/business, literature/culture, etc. Study abroad course work and internship experience may also be considered for membership. If accepted, a notation of membership in Sigma Iota Rho will appear on a student's transcript. Once accepted into the honor society, new members are required to pay a one time fee of $25.00.
Applications are also available from the Political Science Department or from its website.
National Organization Website
Linguistics
The Undergraduate Linguistics Club
The Undergraduate Linguistics Club is a club run by undergraduates for the purpose of increasing academic and interaction between linguistics majors.
Ongoing Club Projects:
- The Linguistics Groupies: A weekly reading-and-discussion group
- The Undergraduate Linguistics Library: A collection of books owned by the club so that majors might have a haven of scholarly solitude amidst the hustle and bustle of the Frieze Building.
- Ask-A-Linguistics-Tutor: An independent study course (through 385, the Experimental Practicum Course) in which students answer linguistics-related questions posted by other students.
Mathematics
Undergraduate Mathematics Club
The Undergraduate Mathematics Club provides a link between the Mathematics department and students of every major through sponsorship of mathematics-related events, such as mathematics related lectures, peer advising fairs (for selection of math classes).
Medieval and Early Modern Studies (MEMS)
The MARC Society
The MARC Society is the official student organization within the MARC Program. It sponsors events and gatherings of the Marcons (MARC concentrators) and helps foster communication and the sharing of ideas among MARC students. Past projects include field trips, seminars on medieval topics, and video viewings. For more information, visit http://www.umich.edu/~marcons
Middle Eastern and North African Studies
Arabic Circle
The Arabic Circle meets weekly and consists of a short presentation in Arabic followed by a discussion of the day's topic in Arabic. The purpose of the meetings is to provide practice in an informal atmosphere for advanced students of Arabic. The Circle meets in the CMENAS Conference Room at 1080 South University, School of Social Work Building, Room 4661. Refreshments precede the meetings. Coordinators of the Arabic Circle are Professor Raji Rammuny and Dr. Ali Farghaly of the Department of Near Eastern Studies. Please call the Center at 764-0350 for information on day and time of meetings.
Near Eastern Studies
Near Eastern Student Association
Organizational Studies
Organizational Studies Student Assembly
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The Organizational Studies Student Assembly meets during the Fall and Winter terms. Students share information about classes and careers, and arranges to have guest speakers present on topics of interest. |
Philosophy
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Phi Sigma Tau is an international honor society which serves to award distinction to students having high scholarship and personal interest in philosophy, to promote student interest in research and advanced study in this field; to provide opportunities for the publication of student research papers of merit; to encourage a professional spirit and friendship among those who have displayed marked ability in this field; to popularize interest in philosophy among the general collegiate public. |
The Undergraduate Philosophy Club provides a forum for students interested in philosophy to meet one another and to meet faculty members. The Club holds a series of talks, discussions and lunches over the course of the year. Notices about its activities are posted outside 1156 Angell Hall and on electronic mail. The Department has an electronic message group for general announcements as well as a discussion group. You need not be a concentrator or minor to join. If you wish to be added to either group, please call the Philosophy office at 764-6285 or send an email to philosophy.staff@umich.edu. The staff will be glad to put interested students in touch with the club officers and assist you in joining the e-mail groups.
Meteorite is a new student journal of philosophy to be published at the University of Michigan. Meteorite is a non-profit enterprise that seeks to engage society, especially the broader student population, in a creative dialogue with the discourses of philosophy, and hopes to open to society the possibility of speaking philosophy, and writing philosophy, in new vocabularies and in new directions.
Physics
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The University of Michigan C. Wilbur Peters Chapter of Society of Physics Students. The Society of Physics Students is an independent branch of the American Institute of Physics dedicated to serving physics undergraduate and graduate students and furthering interest in physics throughout the student body and the local community. The Society sponsors seminars with guest speakers, student-faculty mixer lunches, Inreach/Outreach efforts with local elementary and middle schools and the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, research trips to major physics research centers. The group also provides Tutoring sessions in the Physics Help Room. All students with an interest in physics, regardless of discipline, are welcome to join. Annual membership fee is $5. |
Sigma Pi Sigma is the National Physics Honor Society. Sigma Pi Sigma is housed within the SPS. Through election to Sigma Pi Sigma, distinctive achievement and high scholarship in physics are recognized and celebrated. The criterion of Sigma Pi Sigma membership is proven excellence in physics. The mission of Sigma Pi Sigma has four dimensions: Honor, Encouragement, Service, and Fellowship. The department inducts students each year in April. Election to Sigma Pi Sigma is a lifetime membership.
Political Science
Undergraduate Political Science Association
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The Undergraduate Political Science Association (UPSA) is a non-partisan organization open to all students at the University of Michigan who hold an interest in political science. Its mission is to raise social and academic awareness on contemporary political issues. UPSA sponsors a wide variety of events each year, including the Jack L. Walker Conference on Political Affairs, a series of brown-bag lunches, peer advising during CRISP, and presentations on the possibilities a degree in political science can offer. Persons interested in joining UPSA should attend one of our general meetings, held monthly during the fall and winter semesters, or contact UPSA (7626 Haven Hall, 734.647.7981). UPSA also produces the Political Science Course Guide, providing candid information garnered from the opinions of past students in these political science courses, in order to allow students this semester a more complete understanding of the courses they are considering incorporating into their schedules. |
Michigan Journal of Political Science
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MJPS is a bi-annual publication that is produced entirely by undergraduate students at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. Its purpose is to publish relevant articles on any political science topics which have been submitted by mostly students from across the country. There are many reasons to visit this homepage. All University of Michigan undergraduates are welcome to apply to be associate editors of the Journal. Applications are available each term at Festifall and Winterfest. If you have any questions or would like an application, please e-mail the MJPS Editors. |
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UMMUN is a student-run organization that provides an innovative educational activity for high school students from around the country. We believe that as the world enters an age of renewed faith in the United Nations as an international forum, it is critical for high school students to be exposed to the challenges and rewards of international diplomacy and cooperation between nations. Each year, our organization holds a Model United Nations conference on the Ann Arbor campus, at which participants assume the roles of UN delegates for formal and informal debate of pressing international concerns. Delegates must engage in negotiation and compromise as they create resolutions offering solutions to these problems. One of the goals of UMMUN is to show students how international diplomacy operates and, unfortunately, this often leads to frustration. While consensus is an important aim, it does not supersede policy. UMMUN staff is made up of college students who seek not only to facilitate the conference, but also to educate. From preparing background materials to working with the delegates during the conference, the staff is dedicated to the learning process. It is constantly striving to achieve the balance between professionalism and approachability that is essential for the success of any conference. |
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Pi Sigma Alpha is the national honorary fraternity in Political Science. For membership information, contact the student services assistant in Room 334, 611 Church Street. National Pi Sigma Alpha website |
Sigma Iota Rho is the honorary society in International Relations. For membership information, contact the student services assistant in Room 334, 611 Church Street.
The purpose of this organization is to promote and reward scholarship and service among students and practitioners of international relations and global studies, to foster integrity, creative performance, and knowledge in the conduct of international affairs.
Criteria for Membership
Juniors: Five International Relations classes with a 3.6 GPA in the area and a 3.3 GPA overall
Seniors: Seven International Relations classes with a 3.5 GPA in the area and a 3.3 GPA overall
Admission to Sigma Iota Rho is open to all qualified students studying in any subfield of international relations - political science, history, international economy/business, literature/culture, etc. Study abroad course work and internship experience may also be considered for membership. If accepted, a notation of membership in Sigma Iota Rho will appear on a student's transcript. Once accepted into the honor society, new members are required to pay a one time fee of $25.00.
Applications are also available from the Political Science Department or from its website.
National Organization Website
Psychology
The Undergraduate Psychological Society
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The Undergraduate Psychological Society, open to any student interested in psychology, sponsors a yearly career fair, helps to publish a newsletter, and sponsors a series of guest speakers on current topics in psychology. |
Undergraduate Psychological Association for Students of Color (UPASC)
The Undergraduate Psychological Association for Students of Color (UPASC) has hosted an undergraduate research conference and graduate school panels as well as working with UPS on the newsletter and holding monthly meetings.
Psi Chi, Honor Society in Psychology
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The Department has a chapter of the national Honor Society in Psychology (Psi Chi). Psi Chi provides peer counseling and tutoring in psychology, and co-sponsors the career fair with the Undergraduate Psychology Society. To apply for membership into Psi Chi, please fill out an application. The requirements for admission are set by the University of Michigan Chapter of Psi Chi, and are non-negotiable. Exceptions for students who do not meet the requirements can not be made. National Psi Chi website |
MindControl is a new discussion group at the University of Michigan. It was started in the Winter of 2001 by several students in a cognitive neuropsychology class [Psychology 345 (Reuter-Lorenz)]. Many issues in this class were discussed that had the potential to be addressed from various perspectives. The two hour discussion each week for the class did not satisfy the needs to pick apart these issues for several students, hence this group was formed. The first couple of meetings were directly related to neuropsychology, but tangential discussion arose in areas of defining mind, the true source of thinking and behavior, mental illness, and consciousness. What started as a small group of psychology students highly interested in the mind has evolved into an interdisciplinary assembly for the purpose of creating a forum to discuss issues of mind, body, control, thinking and behavior from various perspectives.
We would like to welcome all the new members from the fields of psychology, philosophy, anthropology, biology, engineering, art, and creative writing. We have created quite an amalgamation of contributing minds and should produce thoughtful and inspiring discussions open for all to attend.
If you would like to become a member of MindControl email the group (MindControl@umich.edu) and feel free to attend the next discussion.
Residential College
The Student Life Committee
The Student Life Committee works towards strengthening a sense of community within the RC. The committee plays an active role in assessing the needs of students. The committee meets once or twice a month to discuss and plans events in the RC. The committee reviews programs such as RC Mentorship Program, considers student issues referred to it by the RC Executive Committee, and collects data on student interests. Events which have been planned may be viewed in the Events section of the RC website.
RC Players
RC Players is a student-run theatre group housed in East Quad
The RC Review
The RC Review is a non-profit, bi-annual, student operated magazine supported by grants from the Michigan Student Assembly, East Quadrangle Residence Assosciation and the Residential College of the University of Michigan. We publish poetry, prose (including, but not limited to, fiction, drama and essays) and black & white art. We consider submissions from anyone.
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Mentality was established by a small group of passionate students at the University of Michigan who were dedicated to addressing issues of mental health and mental illness in a new, relevant, and provocative way. |
RC Student Government
Romance Languages
Comité Francophone
Comité Francophone holds informal cafe conversation nights every Monday at 8 pm at Espresso Royale on State Street. The officers can be reached through email at comite.francophone@umich.edu.
French Club (Parlote)
Braz-Club
This is a Brazilian students association with the goal of promoting Brazilian culture at the university. Contact Prof. Niedja Fedrigo, niedja@umich.edu, for information.
Spanish Club
Contact Prof. Maria Dorantes, lourdes@umich.edu, for information.
Gamma Kappa Alpha
The Romance Languages sponsors Gamma Kappa Alpha, the Italian honor society. Students can contact Romana Habekovic for more information.
Slavic Languages and Literatures
The Intensive Russian-language Program at the Residential College holds a Russian Tea from 3 pm to 5 pm every Tuesday of Fall and Winter Terms (Greene Lounge, East Quad). The program also holds a Russian Lunch Table in East Quad at 1 pm every week day except Wednesdays. All are welcome at both the Tea and the Table, which are attended by students of every level, and also by others interested in speaking Russian. For information, contact the program director, Alina Makin (resco@umich.edu; http://www-personal.umich.edu/~resco/).
There is also a Russian Student Association (http://www.umich.edu/~rusassoc/).
For information on the undergraduate Russian Club in the Slavic Department, please call the Department at 764-5355.
Polish Club
Ukrainian Club
We are an organization of students concerned with the Ukrainian culture and its awareness on campus. We try and celebrate our culture on campus whenever possible. We also have a really good time just being with our Ukrainian peers. Trichee Yim Slava!
Sociology
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Alpha Kappa Delta is the national honor society in sociology. The Sociology Department nominates students who are then inducted every spring at the Department's graduation ceremony. Membership is open to any junior or senior Sociology concentrator, with four classes in Sociology, a 3.0 overall, and a 3.0 in the Sociology concentration. Nomination letters are sent out to eligible students in November. A fee of $35.00 is required for membership, which includes a subscription to Sociological Inquiry. For further membership information contact the Coordinator of the Sociology Undergraduate Programs Office at 764-7239. |
Undergraduate Sociology Society
The Sociology Club gives students the opportunity to explore community and campus issues, coordinate activities/events sponsored by the club, lead discussions, ask questions from faculty and staff, gather career-related and graduate school information, and support fellow concentrators.
For club information contact the Sociology Undergraduate Programs Office at 764-7239.
Women's Studies
Women's Studies Student Association
The Women's Studies Student Association was founded in order to foster a greater sense of community among the students of the Women's Studies Program. Aside from our regular meetings, we sponsor resume workshops, coffee chats with professors, registration advice sessions, and many other events that hope to bring the undergraduates, graduates, alumni, and professors of the Women's Studies Program closer together. Our website www.umich.edu/~wssa will be fully functional by September 2002. For more information please check out our website or e-mail us at wssa@umich.edu.
Pre-Health Area
Pre-Med Club at the University of Michigan
The University of Michigan Pre-Med Club was founded in 1989 out of a need for support, information and a service to the undergraduates who are interested in a career in medicine. The club takes an academic and service perspective to the students and provides them with various activities and ways to get involved in the club and community at large. Since then, it has grown to more than three hundred members and provide programming of campus-wide interest.
The Club produces a monthly newsletter describes upcoming speakers and events, which in the past have included animal research debates, euthanasia, the socialization of medicine, faculty mixers, medical school tours, parties at the local children's hospitals, charity fund-raisers, happy hours, test-preparation information and various interesting speakers. It also co-sponsor such events as the Medical School Information Fair and the annual day-long Pre-Med Symposium. There is more to medicine than science, and the Pre-Med Club exists help students discover all the opportunities open to aspiring physicians.
Membership dues are $10 each year and can be paid during office hours (4335 Michigan Union) or at any meeting.
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Alpha Epsilon Delta is an honor society for undergraduate students preparing for careers in the health care professions. The object of the Society is to encourage and recognize excellence in premedical scholarship; to stimulate an appreciation of the importance of premedical education in the study of medicine; to promote cooperation and contact between medical and premedical students and educators in developing an adequate program of premedical education; to bind together similarly interested students; and to use its knowledge for the benefit of health organizations, charities, and the community. The executive board is planning to include a number of social and service events into this year's programming, as well as several medically-related informational opportunities (e.g., speakers, workshops, movies, panel discussions, etc.). In addition, we are planning on working closely with students at the Medical School and with AED chapters at nearby schools such as Michigan State. |
Pre-Optometry Club of University of Michigan
The Pre-Optometry Club of University of Michigan is an organization which serves the needs of students interested in optometry. It holds meetings in which pre-optometry students can exchange information regarding the field of optometry. It has files of all the schools of optometry in North America, school rankings, class profiles, pre-requisite requirements, and information about the Optometry Admissions Test (OAT). It invites local optometrists, school representatives, and current optometry students as guest speakers for each meeting.
Pre-Optometry Club is open to any undergraduate student interested in the profession of optometry.
Emergency Medical Services Club
The University of Michigan's Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Club is dedicated to raising campus safety and awareness through education. It teaches CPR and sponsors Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) class on campus. The club also sponsors EMS training on campus provided by Huron Valley Ambulance Center for EMS Education.
Pre-Law
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Phi Alpha Delta is a pre-law co-ed fraternity. It has two primary aspects: the law and community service. It tries to provide members with as much information as possible about the law school application process, the law school experience, and careers within the field of law. It has extensive relations with Kaplan and receive discounts for their prep courses. It has a variety of speakers come in, from UM Law School Admissions Dean Shields to President Bollinger to Sam Bernstein. It also does its best to live up to the motto, "Service to the Student, the Law School, the Profession, and the Community." Its service events have ranges from cleaning up in the Arb to cleaning up for the Ronald McDonald House. It also has a number of social events. It sponsors a ropes course each semester as part of its Big Sib/Little Sib program, as well as an annual formal, and numerous other social gatherings. Phi Alpha Delta is a group of students linked by the common interest of the law and bonded with the ties of fraternity. It is a diverse and vibrant group providing service to the community. Phi Alpha Delta National website |
Honoraries
Alpha Chi Sigma (Chemistry)
Alpha Epsilon Delta (pre-health)
Alpha Kappa Delta (Sociology)
Delta Phi Alpha (German)
Eta Kappa Nu (Computer Science)
Phi Alpha Theta (History)
Phi Beta Kappa (Seniors, general scholarship)
Phi Lambda Upsilon (Chemistry)
Phi Sigma Tau (Philosophy)
Pi Sigma Alpha (Political Science)
Psi Chi (Psychology)
Sigma Iota Rho (International Studies)
Sigma Pi Sigma (Physics)
Sigma Xi (Scientific Research)
College of Engineering Student Societies
Association of College Honor Societies
Society, Name, Address, Telephone of Council Representatives
links to national homepage of each member society
Campus Information Center's List of Student Organizations (searchable)
University of Michigan Gateway's Clubs, Sports, and Greek Life Page
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