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INTRODUCTION
The Office for Student Involvement & Leadership publishes this listing of student organizations at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville.
We hope it is useful to you in learning more about the student organizations that are registered with the university.
Student organizations continue to register throughout the year. Therefore, this publication may not include all the organizations that are registered or active on our campus. Please keep in mind that student officers and advisors of student organizations also change throughout the year. This listing is periodically updated in an effort to include accurate information on as many clubs as possible.
Once again, we hope this list is helpful. Let us know if we can assist you in any way.
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Types of Registered Student Organizations
GOVERNING – An organization whose primary purpose is to serve as a governing body for a large or specific constituency of students.
GREEK – An organization with Greek letters who is a member of the National Interfraternity Council, the National Panhellenic Council, or the National Pan-hellenic Council (NPHC).
HONORARY/SERVICE – An organization that requires a minimum grade point average as a prerequisite to membership and/or is affiliated with a national organization or profession.
INTERNATIONAL/CULTURAL – An organization whose primary purpose is to provide a forum in which participants create an awareness for a specific culture through educational, social and recreational activities.
PROFESSIONAL – An organization whose primary purpose is to provide a forum for participants to discuss and develop professional careers.
RELIGIOUS – An organization whose primary purpose is to provide information and activities associated with one or more religions.
SPECIAL INTEREST – An organization whose primary purpose is to provide an organized format for the practice and/or pursuit of a special or common interest.
2001-2002 Groups Registered at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Advertising Club Professional We hold meetings to discuss resumes, internships, and shadow trips. The Ad Club tries to prepare members for their line of work after graduation.
African Students Organization International/Cultural To create unity amount the African students, and to provide awareness of African cultures, traditions, and heritage to the University of Arkansas and the Northwest Arkansas community
Agricultural Business Club Professional Our purpose is to build friendships among members while helping to supplement the classroom training in career preparation.
Agricultural Communicators of Tomorrow Professional To promote the professional development of students interested in careers related to agricultural communications.
Air Force ROTC Honor Guard Special Interest Community service.
AL-Islam Student Organization Religious The association will strive to familiarize the local and the University community with customs, cultures, history and faith of Muslim peoples throughout the world with the aim of creating peace and harmony, and reducing misunderstandings, biases and prejudices.
Alpha Chi Sigma Professional Professional chemistry fraternity
Alpha Delta Pi Sorority Greek To provide female students the opportunity for social, academic, philanthropic, and spiritual enrichment.
Alpha Epsilon Delta Honorary/Service To educate and inform premedical students.
Alpha Gamma Rho Greek To make better men.
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Greek To foster friendship among college women, scholastic achievement, improve social statue, help alleviate problems concerning women, and to be of service to all mankind.
Alpha Kappa Delta Honorary/Service To help and educate Sociology students and teachers and to promote the advancement of the theory and practice of sociology. The organization also helps students publish their work and helps them go to sociological conventions
Alpha Kappa Lambda Greek
Alpha Kappa Psi Professional To help students develop into well-trained, ethical, skilled, resourceful, experienced business leaders.
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Kappa Kappa Chapter Greek The purpose of Alpha Phi Alpha is to help correct the educational, economic, political, and social injustices faced by African Americans. Alpha encourages academic excellence and community involvement from its members.
Alpha Phi Omega - Beta Rho Honorary/Service We are a service organization that actively participate in the campus and community. We help with whoever asks for it. Alone all, we are college students that are volunteers on the side that are trying to make a difference without trying to reinvent the wheel.
Alpha Pi Mu Honorary /Service Serve as the industrial engineering honor society; to confer recognition upon exceptional industrial engineering students; to encourage the advancement of industrial engineering education; to assist and cooperate with all organizations and persons of working for the interests of industrial engineering; to promote the professional development and welfare of its members.
Alpha Tau Alpha Honorary/Service To promote the high ideals and standards as set up by the national body; to increase the personal acquaintance and friendship among students interested in agricultural and extension education; to develop a high professional attitudes toward the teaching of agriculture.
Alpha Zeta Honorary/Service The purpose of the fraternity of Alpha Zeta is to bind us together a group of men and women interested in the continued advancement of agriculture and to foster and develop high standards of scholarship, character, leadership and a spirit of fellowship among all it's members.
Amateur Radio Club Special Interest Organization and operation of emergency communications. Maintenance and operation of a licensed amateur radio station. Participation in special contest and field events pertaining to amateur radio. Awarding certificates of achievement for meritorious activity in amateur radio. Training of interested persons in radiotelegraph and radiotelephone communications. Participation in any activity in which amateur radio can benefit the public and the university community.
American Association of Petroleum Geologist Professional To advance the science of geology, especially as it relates to petroleum, Natural gas, and other energy resources. The student chapter provides a means of contact with the geologic profession.
American Chemical Society Special Interest To bring together students of chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering, and anyone at all who has an interest in the chemical sciences for the benefit of the chapter, the University of Arkansas, and the greater community as a whole.
American Fisheries Society Student Subchapter Professional To help the professional development of fisheries and ecology based students. Help students meet future employers and become more comfortable in giving presentation to peers. Also to keep students abreast of what is going on in their field of interest both locally and nationally.
American Institute of Architecture Students Professional
American Institute of Chemical Engineers Professional Provide a forum for participants to discuss and develop professional careers American Marketing Association Professional To provide students with leadership skills and networking opportunities in the field of marketing
American Society of Civil Engineers The purpose of this organization is to provide a professional and social organization for civil engineering students.
American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) Professional To provide a liaison between professional ASID and student designers.
American Society of Landscape Architects Professional The purpose of the Society shall be the advancement of knowledge, education, and skill in the art and science of landscape Architecture as an instrument of service in the public welfare.
Amnesty International University of Arkansas Special Interest The release of prisoners of conscience, those people detained because of their beliefs, race, sex, ethnic origin, language, of religion, who have neither used nor advocated violence; fair and prompt trials for all political prisoners, and an end to execution in all cases
Animal Science Graduate Student Association Professional To provide a forum for participants to discuss and develop professional careers in agriculture.
Arab Student Association International/Cultural To promote Arabic heritage and culture. We seek to increase the general public awareness about Arabs to provide a better understanding of Arabic culture and ethnicity. We hope to counter negative stereotypes and to erase misconceptions about the Arab people. Moreover, one of our goals is to serve as a venue for positive/constructive interaction between members of the university and community in an effort to fulfill our purposes as described above.
Arkansas Athletes Outreach Religious To bring athletes together to build champions for life.
Arkansas Baptist Collegiate Ministry Religious
Arkansas Booster Club Special Interest Arkansas Booster Club works with Razorback marketing and spirit Groups to host events open to all students. Our most popular events are pep rallies and Midnight Madness. Membership is open to all students. booster@mail.uark.edu
Arkansas Law Review Special Interest Publication of a quarterly journal of scholarly legal writings and recent legal developments in Arkansas for the benefit of the Arkansas bar and legal researchers and scholars worldwide.
Arkansas Quiz Bowl Special Interest To promote greater campus participation in academic quiz bowl tournaments, by holding practices, hosting tournaments, and participating in intercollegiate play.
Arkansas Traveler Professional The Arkansas Traveler exists to provide news, opinion and other information of interest to the UA community, striving always to operate in accordance with the highest ideals of American journalism
Arkansas Union Society Special Interest To encourage public discussion of thoughts and ideas and to provide a forum for speakers and thought exchange on campus.
Army ROTC Cadet Activities Fund Special Interest To provide support for activities run by the Army ROTC Cadets
Arnold Air Society Professional The purpose is to create a more efficient relationship among Air Force officer candidates, aid in the development of effective Air Force officers. Further the purpose, raditions, and concepts of the United States Air Force.
Associated Student Government Governing Purpose: The governing body for all students.
Association for Computing Machinery Professional ACM is an international scientific and educational organization dedicated to advancing the arts, sciences, and application of information technology. ACM functions as a focus for computing professionals and students working in the various fields of information technology.
Association of Baptist Students Religious To provide a Christian campus organization where in the students of the U of A can enjoy fellowship and the experience of Christian service
Association of Information Technology Professionals Professional To provide superior leadership and education in Information Technology, AITP is dedicated to using the synergy of information technology partnership to provide education and benefits to our members and to working with the industry to assist in the overall promotion and direction of Information technology aitp@walkton.uark.edu
Baptist Collegiate Ministry Religious To enable more collegians to experience God and fulfill His commission through evangelism, missions, church involvement, and discipleship.
BEST Hogs Special Interest The purpose of this organization is to promote the goals of the BEST (Boosting Engineering, Science, and Technology) robotics competition on the collegiate level, to create and organize a regional hub at the University of Arkansas, and to promote the University of Arkansas through collegiate competition and the organization of the secondary competition.
Beta Alpha Psi Honorary/Service BAP recognizes academic excellence and complements members' formal education by providing interaction among students, faculty and professionals, and fosters lifelong growth, service and ethical conduct.
Big Brothers Big Sisters Special Interest To support and promote BBBS of NW Arkansas by recruiting influential students that want to make a difference in the lives of children across NW Arkansas. bbbsnwa@cavern.uark.edu
Biology Graduate Student Association Professional Act as a representative for the graduate students at committee meetings, raise funds for travel to professional meetings, and serve as a forum to voice comments on the functioning of the department
Black Graduate Students Association Professional The purpose of our organization is to aid the professional development of the members and campus community. We achieve this goal by supporting recruitment, retention, and placement of individuals involved with our organization. blackgsa@uark.edu
Black Law Students Association Professional Black Law Students Association is designed to articulate and promote the professional needs and goals of black law students, foster and encourage professional competence, and instill greater awareness and commitment to the needs of the black community. blsa@uark.edu
Black Students Association Governing The BSA is a student governing body where in the progress of black students in every aspect of university life is first priority. The knowledge and experience through active participation in the many facets of the U of A. bsa@uark.edu
Block and Bridle Special Interest To foster the interest of Animal Industry in so far as our curriculum or activities lead, both here at the University of Arkansas and elsewhere, and to engage in any activities incidental to or pursuant to the accomplishments of this end.
Board of Advocates Professional The Board of Students Advocates is a student organization comprised of law students (3rd year) that administers all intra-school and inter-school compations including trial, moot court, client counseling, and negotiations. The purpose of the Board is to promote and provide opportunities in the area of advocacy.
Buchanan Droke Hall Senate Governing To be the governing organization of Buchanan Droke hall; to decide where, when and how money should be used to improve the hall.
Buddhist Studies Society Special Interest 1) to establish a direction in life through the Humanistic Buddhist teachings. 2) To expand the vision of life through activity participation 3) the train leaders by providing chances of leading the organization and involvement in activities 4) to promote diversity in the Western culture through seminar and social activity.
Bumpers College Ambassadors Special Interest To recognize excellence in leadership, commitment to the student involvement, and dedication to the Dale Bumpers College of Agriculture, Food and Life Sciences. To provide students with a comprehensive training program that will introduce them to the skills necessary for effective leadership in our changing world. To foster interaction among students and student organizations in the Dale Bumpers College of Agriculture, Food and Life Sciences, and to encourage participation in campus-wide leadership and service organizations. To provide outstanding student representation at select college events as well as in the community
Cadet Booster Club Professional A Professional military organization open to anyone who wants to be a part of it whose main focus is to further develop careers in today's military.
Campus Crusade for Christ Religious To provide opportunities for students to receive answers to their spiritual questions as well as providing an atmosphere for students to grow spiritually.
Campus Democracy Collective Special Interest To educate, organize, and mobilize the U of A student body, faculty, and staff toward a more liveratory education in which they participate equally in all processes and where true education for all is freely accessible. cdemcol@comp.uark.edu
Campus Girl Scouts Special Interest To promote the Girl Scout Movement at the University of Arkansas - Fayetteville which includes the city of Fayetteville and the area of Northwest Arkansas.
Campus Labor Watch Special Interest To research labor issues on the University campus.
Campus Voice Special Interest A student newspaper to give all students a voice campusvoice@hotmail.com freepress@cavern
Car Club Special Interest To raise awareness at Autocross racing (parking lot racing) and road course techniques, also to provide a voice to car lovers across campus
Catholic Campus Ministry Religious To provide fellowship, spiritual development, education and Catholic presence for the Catholic students on campus
Chi Alpha Religious To serve students by providing events and activities so that relationships can easily occur wherein conversations about the claims of Jesus Christ can naturally arrive
Chi Epsilon Honorary/Service To honor people who have upheld the integrity of the Civil Engineering Departments by exhibiting high scholastic ability, good character, practicality, and sociability.
Chi Omega Greek Chi Omega's purposes are friendship, high standards of personnel, sincere learning and creditable scholarship, career development, participation campus activities, and community service. Chi Omega is a sisterhood that provides a network of friends and life long-development for collegiate and alumnae members.
Chi Sigma Iota Honorary/Service Its mission is to promote scholarship, research, professionalism, leadership, and excellence in counseling and to recognize high attainment in the pursuit of academic excellence in the field of counseling.
Chinese Student & Scholar Association International/Cultural To help new Chinese students adjust their life at U of A. To promote a tighter connection among Chinese students. To promote cultural communications with other international students and friends.
Christ on Campus Religious To presents the claims of Christ; to enhance the spiritual life of the U of A; to develop and prepare members to be leaders on campus and world; to prepare members to live productive, Christ-like lives; to serve the university community.
College Republicans Special Interest To spread understanding and knowledge of the platform of the republican party to the campus while motivating students to vote and volunteer their time to candidates. As a group, we provide a network of support for all republicans in the 3rd district and in the state.
Collegiate FFA/4-H Professional Collegiate FFA/4-H is focused on providing students with an opportunity to make new friends, develop professionally through speakers and conferences, and give back to the community through its many service projects. The organization also maintains its ties to the youth who are involved in the FFA and 4-H programs.
Community of Christ on Campus Religious To provide leadership development and ministry with young adults in the campus environment, searching for support from a Christ-centered community. To serve as a foundational point from which they enter adulthood and accept leadership responsibility in all parts of the globe.
Construction Specifications Institute Professional To connect students with local construction-related material manufacturers and to further students' knowledge of construction-related professional practices and individuals
Crop, Soil, and Environmental Sciences (undergraduate club) Special Interest To give undergraduate students in the CSES Dept. a chance to get together and learn more about their majors.
Cross Quest Religious To allow Christian students an opportunity for spiritual growth and for non-Christian students an opportunity to learn more about Christianity and a chance to get to know Christian students.
Delta Delta Delta Greek The purpose of our organization is to promote sisterhood, achieve high academic standards, provide service and leadership to our community, establish beneficial relationships with other organizations, and develop a womanly character.
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Greek To engage in cultural, educational and public services activities to establish maintain and encourage high cultural, intellectual and moral standards.
Dental Society Professional This club is dedicated to helping students get a head start on the application process. They are also able to meet with numerous dentists around town, allowing them to get a first hand look at the profession.
Employment and Labor Law Society Professional To provide law students with a forum to discuss issues relating to employment and labor law and the opportunity to interact with professionals and experts in the field of employment and labor law nationwide.
Entomology Club Special Interest To stimulate interest in Entomology, to promote and encourage professional exchange of ideas in the field of entomology, to foster a closer relationship among faculty, staff and students in the department of Entomology
Environmental Law Society Professional To provide a forum to promote and discussion and awareness of environmental concerns.
Epsilon Sigma Alpha International. Upsilon Alpha chapter Honorary/Service The purpose of collegiate ESA is to unite students throughout the world, and especially at the University of Arkansas in a dedicated pursuit of excellence resulting in self-fulfillment and meaningful service to others esa@cavern.uark.edu
Eta Kappa Nu Honorary/Service Electrical Engineering Honor fraternity. Provide services to EE department and community
Eta Sigma Phi Honorary/Service To promote classical study and fellowship among students engaged in classical studies - Greek and Latin.
Exploring Literary Magazine Special Interest To provide U of A students a forum for publication of their creative works; to provide U of A students a periodical that showcases the creative works of their peers.
Fashion Merchandising Club Professional To promote and learn more about fashion merchandising and product development. The club is designed to provide its members the opportunity to interact with professionals in the fashion industry. The club annually sponsors the Dallas Career Day trip and a New York trip every other year.
Fayetteville Campus Civitan Honorary/service Campus Civitans are young men and women who work together to help others and their communities. As civitans club members discover the best in themselves and in others through unselfish service while enhancing personal development and broadening career opportunities.
Finance Club Professional To bring together those students interested in finance to expand the realm of knowledge beyond the classroom and to promote a closer fellowship and interchange of ideas.
Flying Hogs Special Interest To promote interest in aviation and be a resource to those interested in becoming a pilot. To bring together pilots at the U of A and surrounding community. To organize ways for pilots to use their skills to benefit the community.
Food Science Club Professional To provide professional experience for students majoring in Food Science.
Friends of India International/Cultural To create awareness about Indian culture among students through educational, social, and recreational activities
Friends of the Infant Development Center Special Interest The purpose of Friends of the Infant Development Center is to support quality childcare for the children of the U of A student parents.
Futrall Hall Senate Governing The purpose of this organization is to tend to the needs and wishes of the residents of Futrall hall by overseeing the upkeep of all facilities and through activities that boost overall morale.
G.A.M.M.A. (Greeks Advocating Mature Management of Alcohol) Special Interest Greeks Advocating Mature Management of Alcohol is here to help people who may choose to drink to always make the right decisions when in the situation.
Gamma Beta Phi Honorary/Service A non-Greek, non-profit, scholastic, honor, education-service organization. Encourages excellence in education, promotes the development of leadership ability and character in the members. Fosters, disseminates, and improves education by appropriate service projects.
Gamma Theta Upsilon Honorary/Service International Geographic Honors Society
Gibson Hall Senate Governing This organization is the governing body of Gibson Hall. Gibson Hall Senate promotes the best interests of its residents strengthens hall unity and provides effective communication for the residents.
Gladson/Ripley Governing To create a better studying and academic environment for the student population through new A/C window units etc.
Golden Key International Honor Society Honorary/Service Golden Key is an organization that recognizes the academic accomplishments of the university’s top 15% of juniors and seniors. We also provide community service activities, other social events and career assistance to our members
Graduate Business Students Association Professional Professional development, networking, socializing, and community outreach
Graduate Students Association Special Interest
Graduate Students of English (GSE) Governing To serve graduate students in the English Departments M.A. and M.F.A. programs, aiding in travel arrangements and general acclimation to academic professions, conferences, etc.
Gregson Lodge Senate Governing To serve as an intermediary between residents and the U of A community; to discuss and enact legislation concerning the well being of the residents; to further the tradition of Gregson Lodge.
Habitat for Humanity Special Interest The University of Arkansas Campus Chapter (the "chapter") has been established to assist Habitat by working with any local affiliate or with Habitat's international headquarters in order to educate about housing issues and improve the lines of others.
Hillel Jewish Student Union Religious The purpose of our organization is to provide a social and intellectual forum for Jewish students.
Holcombe Hall Senate Governing The purpose of this organization is to not only provide an outlet in which residents may become active in the programming and governing procedure of Holcombe Hall but also to develop a community environment for its residents. holcombe@uark.edu
Horticulture Club Special Interest To promote the field of horticulture at the University of Arkansas. To encourage horticultural activities in the sate of Arkansas. To provide a social context for all club members. To provide educational and practical experiences for those involved.
Hospitality & Restaurant Mgmt. Club Professional Support and education of hotel and restaurant mgmt students.
Human Resource Management Association Professional To prepare and educate students about the fundamentals of the human resources profession
Humphreys Hall Senate Governing To plan and coordinate social and educational functions for the residents of Humphreys Hall, to provide services and pubic items needed for a more comfortable living environment, to be the official voice of the residents of Humphreys Hall, and to represent the residents of Humphreys Hall to the University of Arkansas.
Indonesian Students Organization International/Cultural To provide a forum in which participants create an awareness for a specific culture through educational, social and recreational activities.
Inspirational Singers Religious To expose students to a wide body of African American sacred literature. Particular emphasis will be placed on both traditional and modern gospel music
International Bolivian Organization International/cultural The purpose of this organization is to introduce the Bolivian culture to the University community. Serve as a link between U of A and the Bolivian students. Encourage Bolivian students to participate in University activities. Encourage the enrollment of new Bolivian students to the U of A.
Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers Professional Advance Global Prosperity by promoting the engineering process of creating, developing, integrating, sharing and applying knowledge about electrical and information technologies and sciences for the benefit of humanity and the profession.
Inter Fraternity Council Governing To be a govern body to the male Greek population on campus.
Inter Varsity Christian Fellowship Religious In response to God's love, grace and truth: the purpose of InterVarsity is to establish and advance witnessing communities of students and faculty who follow Jesus as Savior and Lord and are growing in love for: God, God's word, God's people of every ethnicity and culture and God's purpose in the world
International Students Organization International/Cultural To create awareness among American and other international students about the different cultures and communities on our campus. We help new international student with housing, buying, selling items, travel information and other issues that will help them to settle in better on campus.
Iota Phi Theta Greek The development and perpetuation of scholarship , leadership, citizenship, fidelity and brotherhood among men.
Japanese Student Association International/ Culture
Jehovah's Witnesses Student Organization Religious Assisting others to improve the quality of life. Attention is focused on the Bible's practical wisdom as a means of helping others to deal with situations common to people of all ages.
Joshua Commission Religious To restore, establish and keep students grounded in their faith in Jesus Christ
Kappa Alpha Order Greek To educate incoming freshman males on how to be successful in college life, both academically and socially.
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Greek Achievement through every field of human endeavor.
Kappa Delta Pi Honorary/Service Honorary in education.
Kappa Delta Sorority Greek To promote true friendship among the college girls of our country by inculcating into their hearts and lives those principles of truth, of honor, of duty, without which there can be not true friendship.
Kappa Kappa Gamma Greek The unite the members in a close bond of friendship, seeking to install in them a spirit of mutual love and helpfulness, to the end that each member and the Fraternity-at-large attain social, moral, and intellectual excellence. kappas@uark.edu
Kappa Kappa Psi Honorary/Service Kappa Kappa Psi is an honorary service fraternity whose sole purpose is to serve college or university band programs through service projects, fundraisers, social events and other projects as needed.
Kappa Sigma Xi chapter Greek Social Fraternity, Community service, campus involvement, brotherhood development.
Kendo Club Special Interest To promote the study and history of Kendo and to provide a location for interested persons to practice the art safely and with instruction
Kinesiology Club Professional The purpose of this organization is to upgrade the overall general public awareness of the kinesiology profession and to cooperate with the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance to build the relationships between students, faculty and staff.
Korean Student Association (KOSA) International/Cultural Our purposes are: to provide networking opportunities for all Koreans, Korean Americans, and other UA students who are interested in Korean affairs. To promote fellowship among members and provide opportunities to share an learn about cultural and academic sources through various cultural activities
KXUA Student Radio Special Interest To provide the campus and community with quality programming unavailable to other markets
Latinos Unidos International/Cultural To promote and strengthen the campus Hispanic community and to create greater awareness of the Hispanic culture in campus and the community
Latter-day Saint Student Association Religious To bring students at the University of Arkansas to Christ
Law Students’ Coalition Against Domestic Violence Honorary/service To increase awareness of domestic violence, to assist the Battered Women’s Shelter in Northwest Arkansas with our time and resources, and to encourage student participation in advocacy programs for women and children.
Lutheran Student Fellowship Religious LSF seeks to bring its members closer to God through the Bible and Lutheran Faith.
Macintosh Users Group Special Interest To help all users on this campus with any technical difficulties with their Macintosh computers, to serve as an informational resource for Macintosh information and to hold both educational and entertaining events with Macintoshes
Main Stream Religious We desire to bring people from all organizations and those not involved in organizations.
Malaysian Student Association International/Cultural Promote and maintain a good relationship with all other students in the university and community. Organize and implement recreational and cultural extra-curricular activities. Pursue and preserve our general rights and welfare.
March of Dimes Honorary/Service Educate and spread awareness of March of Dimes' mission to the college community. We will also provide assistance through volunteers and fundraising for local march of dimes events.
Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Related Sciences Professional The purpose is to promote and implement initiatives which foster inclusion and advancement of members of ethnic/cultural groups under-represented in agricultural and natural sciences and related fields in all phases of career preparation and participation in these areas.
Missionary Baptist Student Fellowship Religious To provide a foundation for spiritual growth through guidance and instruction in Biblical principles, to provide opportunities for Christian service, to provide social events that promote Christian fellowship.
Mortar Board Honorary/Service To promote scholarship, leadership and service among college seniors. Our mission is to create opportunities for continued leadership development, promote service to Universities and encourage lifelong contributions to the global community.
Muslim Students Association Religious Service the Muslim community on campus and give a better understanding of Islam as a religion. Helping poor Muslims in their life as possible.
National Association for the Advancement of Colored People Governing Advance the economic, education, social, and political status of people of color. We serve as the training ground for a new generation of American leaders.
National Association of Black Accountants Professional The purpose of this organization is to help African Americans prepare for the business world gstanle@uark.edu
National Pan-Hellenic Council Governing Governing body of nine Greek letter organizations
National Residence Hall Honorary Honorary/Service To provide community service to the Residence halls and honor and award outstanding Residence hall Students.
National Society of Black Engineers Professional To stimulate and develop student interest in engineering, to increase the number of students studying engineering both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and to help in the advancement of the ethnic minority engineer in professional industry.
National Society of Collegiate Scholars Honorary/Service To recognize and celebrate high achievement among first and second year students in all academic disciplines. To encourage and promote high standards throughout the collegiate experience. To provide opportunities for personal growth and leadership development for members. To organize and encourage learning opportunities through community service
National Student Speech Language & Hearing Association Professional Provide a forum for participants to discuss and develop knowledge about the careers of speech language pathology and audiology
Native American Student Association International/Cultural To promote Native American cultures and to foster a closer union with others; to gain a more complete knowledge of the activities of Native American people; to perpetuate tribal traditions and customs and transfers these to posterity; to secure for members better educational opportunities and adapt any policy for the advancement of Native Americans on the U of A campus and in the Fayetteville community.
The Networking Club Special Interest To encourage and enhance friendships through recreational computer gaming.
New Greek Council Greek This council seeks to serve the best interest of the University and to promote a spirit of good will among member fraternities and sororities.
Northwest Assoc. for the Education of Young Children Professional Promote excellence in early childhood education, professional development for parents and early childhood educators, advocacy for and champions of children
Not-A-Penny Productions Special Interest Our organization exists for the promotion of theatre from an acting and technical perspective. Ultimately, this promotion will lead to the involvement of students, faculty, and community alike.
Odyssey of the Mind Special Interest To encourage creative problem solving and team work among elementary, high school, and collegiate students
Omega Chi Epsilon Honorary/Service Chemical Engineering honors fraternity which services the needs of the chemical engineering department, the College of Engineering and the University of Arkansas.
Order of Omega Honorary Recognize students who have attained a high standard of leadership in inter-Greek activities. Bring together the most representative fraternity and sorority members. Also, we sponsor an awards ceremony to honor those Greeks and Greek chapters who have excelled mwreyno@uark.edu
Panhellenic Executive Council Governing The purpose of Panhellenic is to achieve the goals of chapters, promote superior scholarship, cooperate with member sororities and university administration for maintenance of high social and moral standards, act in accordance with the National Panhellenic Conference, and accord by such rules that do not violate the sovereignty, rights and privileges of member fraternities.
Partners Club Honorary/Service The purpose of this organization is to not only team up with athletes and volunteer at Special Olympic events, but to partner up with kids and adults with physical and mental problems.
People Respecting Individual Differences and Equality (PRIDE) International/ Cultural To provide a safe spot for all students and to provide a forum conducive to the positive discussion of problems faced by gay, lesbian, BI-sexual, transgender, and straight students.
Pershing Rifles Marksmanship Association Special Interest Promote marksmanship, inter-service ad student relationships, and the formation of a marksmanship exhibition team for collegiate competition. This organization is open to all registered students, faculty, and staff.
Phi Alpha Delta Professional Service and education in the area of law.
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. Greek Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity is an organization that bases all of its values in helping the community.
Phi Delta Theta Greek To introduce men to a different aspect of the university and to guide them through their first year of school to start them on a successful trade
Phi Gamma Delta Greek To be united by friendship, the basis of our brotherhood. Promote the pursuit of knowledge, the key to a fuller, richer life. We encourage service to fellow human beings. We believe in morality to ensure the quality of a gentlemen. Strive for excellence to fulfill our total potential.
Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Professional To encourage and actively promote the highest standards of creativity, performance, education and research in music in America.
Phi Sigma Rho Special Interest A social sorority for women in engineering and engineering technology. Phi Sigma Rho provides not only a close sisterhood, but a support system for women in a predominantly male field.
Phi Sigma Theta Honorary/service To recognize and reward academic achievement in college underclassmen and encourage community service, leadership, and continued scholastic excellence amongst its members.
Phi Upsilon Omicron Honorary/Service The purpose of this organization is to recognize and encourage academic excellence, to develop qualities of professional and personal leadership, to provide opportunities for service to the profession and to personal commitment in order to advance home economics.
Pi Beta Phi Greek A Greek sorority that helps members succeed academically, socially, and in all areas.
Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity Greek Greek Organization brotherhood, social, campus involvement and community service.
Pi Sigma Alpha/ Epsilon Theta Chapter Honorary / Service The purpose of Pi
Sigma Alpha is to provide eligible political science students with an
opportunity to serve the community and congregate with one
another
Pi Tau Sigma Honorary/service The purpose of this organization – Mechanical Engineering honor society
Pomfret Hall Senate Governing To provide an effective and active hall government, to represent Pomfret Hall and the administration of the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville, to promote the collective interest of the residents of Pomfret Hall as determined by their representatives.
Poultry Science Club Special Interest 1) Introduce Students to the poultry industry and develop contacts for future jobs 2) Service to the community and poultry industry 3) Develop relationships among students within the department.
Poultry Science Graduate Association Professional To provide members with professional, social, and academic direction that will benefit their pursuit of a career in poultry science. codirain@hotmail.com;
Pre-Veterinary Student Association Professional To discuss &
develop careers; inform our members of career opportunities; provide our
members with experience related to the field of veterinary
medicine.
Present Truth Adventist Fellowship Religious To spread the truth of God across campus to familiarize students and staff with our belief.
Public Policy Graduate Student Organization Professional The purpose of the Public Policy Graduate Student Organization (PPGSO) is to (1) serve as a liaison between the public policy student body and the Faculty and Administration; (2) provide a collective student voice on important faculty, policy, and administrative issues that affect public policy students; (3) disseminate information to public policy students; (4) provide PPGSO students with the highest quality representation and recommendations based on thorough analysis and consensus; (5) promote the interests and opinions of the public policy graduate student body on matters that affect their education; (6) establish a mentor program for new students; (7) participate in the development and functioning of academic and research programs pertaining to the Public Policy doctoral program; (8) identify and promote various research and grant opportunities beneficial to the student body and promoting diversity; (9) consider matters of policy and their implementation; (10) sponsor PPGSO events that include a number of educational, social activities, speakers, professional development, and community service opportunities open to the entire student body; (11) provide involvement with a small number of issues of broad importance where members can make a unique contribution.
Public Relations Student Society of America Professional To bring students with an interest in Public Relations together to learn more about the field through guest speakers, projects, and interaction with professionals already working in the field of PR.
Quickball Club Special Interest Provide an environment where those interested may learn and participate in the sport of Quickball.
Razorback Yearbook Professional To give students a basic experience in the production of a yearly production. Students involved with the Razorback produce the University’s yearbook.
Recreation Majors Club Special Interest Purpose of the organization is to get students majoring in recreation involved in recreational activities outside the classroom.
Rehabilitation Student Association Professional To increase the education and enrichment opportunities for the students of the rehabilitation program.
Reid Hall Senate Governing Governing body for Reid Hall, provides programming for Reid.
Residents Interhall Congress Governing Promote the interests of the on-campus student body.
Sierra Student Coalition Special Interest To educate, and activate the student body of environmental concerns within our community and outside our community.
Sigma Alpha Epsilon Greek To foster brotherhood among members and strive to uphold the ideals of the true gentleman. sae@uark.edu
Sigma Alpha Iota Honorary/Service Sigma Alpha Iota shares, promotes and strengthens a love of music. We also help with many things in and around the music department, faculty and staff, as well as fellow musicians.
Sigma Alpha Sorority Professional The objective of this sorority shall be to promote its members in all facets of agriculture and to strengthen the bonds of friendship among them. It is the purpose of the members to strive for achievement in scholarship, leadership and service and to further the development of excellence in women pursuing careers in agriculture.
Sigma Chi Greek To cultivate and maintain the high ideals of friendship, justice, and learning.
Sigma Delta Pi Honorary/Service To promote the study of the Spanish language and the study and appreciation of Hispanic culture and literature.
Sigma Gamma Epsilon/Geology Club Special Interest The organization is designed to socialize with fellow students and give them the opportunity to take field trips to see geology in the field. siggamep@uark.edu
Sigma Phi Epsilon Greek To provide a fractured living environment based on the principles of virtue, diligence and brotherly love.
Silver Wings Honorary/Service Personal and leadership development, civic awareness about the Air Force and our Nation's military, to aid Arnold Air Society, community service and awareness, patriotism and pride in our country.
Social Work Action Group Special Interest To form a collaboration with social work students and faculty and provide students with opportunities for service, social activities, and anything they would like to see happen.
Society of Automotive Engineers Professional The SAE is a society for advancing mobility in land , sea, air, and space. We participate in events encouraging design, construction, and responsible and recreational use of automotive vehicles. We seek to produce more business oriented, competent, automotively versed university students. uasae@cavern.uark.edu
Society of Manufacturing Engineers Professional To provide an interactive forum for students to become exposed to manufacturing processes and professionals in the manufacturing community.
Society of Physics Students Special Interest To promote the knowledge and enjoyment of physics within the University and local community as a whole.
Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers Professional To advance Hispanic scientist and engineers in employment, education, economic and social welfare, to improve the quality of education and training programs preparing Hispanics students become Professional Engineer Scientist. To implement programs benefiting Hispanics seeking to become engineers and scientist and to increase the number of Hispanics entering the field of engineering and science.
Society of Professional Journalist Professional To provide professional oriented meetings an workshops for our members and the general community
St. Martin's Episcopal/Lutheran University Center Religious Campus ministry for Episcopalians, Lutherans and spiritual seekers. Concerned about the environmental, social justice and a safe place for gay, lesbian and bisexual students.
Star Trek Fan Club at the University of Arkansas Special Interest To facilitate communication between interested members about Star trek in all its forms. Watch the movies hold a convention and to promote the ideals of Star Trek on campus.
Student Alumni Board Special Interest To encourage student involvement on campus and in the community and to gain understanding and appreciation for alumni activities and programs, SAB also helps plan and run exciting events such as Homecoming, Traditions Night and Razorback Send off.
Student Ambassador Special Interest To introduce prospective students to the campus and assist them in the transition to college life, to assist with recruitment of prospective students and to promote the University of Arkansas
Student Anthropological Society Special Interest The SAS is an organization on interested persons concerned with the study and promotion of Anthropology/Archaeology through meetings, field trips, lectures, etc.
Student Bar Association Governing To be a voice for the student body of the law school as well as coordinate social activities community service events and fundraisers for the law school at large.
Student Council for Exceptional Children Professional SCEC is an organization whose, purpose is to interact with students with disabilities and their parents in the community and to raise money to attend conference to further the education of future special educators.
Student Dietetic Association Professional To provide programs of interest with a focus on dietetics and to provide the opportunity for mutual growth in professional attitudes.
Student Mobilization Religious To raise up laborers for Christ from the College of Campuses of the world.
Student Nursing Association Professional To assume responsibility for contributing to nursing education in order to provide for the highest quality health care; To provide programs representative of fundamental and current professional interest and concerns; To aid in the development of the whole person, his/her professional role, and his/her responsibility for the health care of people in all walks of life.
Student Pagan Association Religious To provide support for students whose religious beliefs do not fall in the mainstream and to supply information about alternative religions and the Pagan lifestyle.
Students for DeLay Special Interest 1) To stimulate interest in political issues. 2) To provide promotional development programs for Mr. DeLay. 3) To provide political interest and involvement in current events on campus.
Students for the Exploration and Development of Space Special Interest To help students who are interested in space exploration have one central contact for all multidisciplinary explorations of space. We bring speakers from NASA and from Academia to discuss their involvement in space exploration. We also raise money for student space research.
Students Health Advisory Committee Special Interest To be a liaison between the U of A students and the Health Center. SHAC will help encourage that students receive high quality, pertinent health care and wellness services.
Students in Free Enterprise Professional To allow students the best opportunity to learn and improve their community by learning, practicing and teaching the principles of free enterprise.
Study Abroad Student Association International/Cultural To provide a community of returned study abroad students who can relate both with each other and the international community of Fayetteville and to assist the office of Study Abroad in promoting overseas opportunities.
Sugoi! Anime International/Cultural Our purpose is to provide a forum for discussion and exploration of Japanese culture through the medium of Japanese animation
Tai Chi Chuanand Gung Fu Association Special Interest To bring together those who are interested in sharing the health, mental, and spiritual benefits of the various Chinese martial arts and the related health exercises.
Tau Beta Pi Honorary/Service Recognizing outstanding engineers. Fostering a spirit of liberal culture in engineering colleges taubeta@uark.edu
Tau Beta Sigma Honorary/Service To serve the university bands, to promote women in music, to promote music in the community
Tau Sigma Delta Honor Society-Alpha Eta Chapter Honorary/Service To celebrate excellence in scholarship, to stimulate mental achievement, and to award those students who attain high scholastic standing in Architecture, landscape architecture and Allied Arts of design by the rewards of membership in an honor society. uofa_tau_sigma_delta@hotmail.com
Professional To advance Hispanic scientist and engineers in employment, education, economic and social welfare, to improve the quality of education and training programs preparing Hispanics students become Professional Engineer Scientist. To implement programs benefiting Hispanics seeking to become engineers and scientist and to increase the number of Hispanics entering the field of engineering and science.
Theta Tau Professional The purpose of Theta Tau is to develop and maintain a high standard of professional interest among its members and to unite them in a strong bond of fraternal fellowship.
Transportation and Logistics Association Special Interest TLA is a student-run organization committed to establishing a strong relationship between members of the U of A, the transportation and logistics industry, and the local community. The TLA is devoted to promoting awareness of the transportation and logistic programs within the U of A and throughout the business community. It promotes and encourages employment of its members in the transportation and logistics field upon graduation. The organization attempts to create a common bond of its members through social events and service projects, which will extend throughout their careers tloguark@hotmail.com
Turf Club Professional The purpose of the club is to provide leadership and knowledge to all students involved in Turf Management.
UATV Special Interest To be the television station of the University of Arkansas and be a primary media source for the U of A community providing news, sports, and entertainment.
United Campus Ministry Religious We are a Christian student organization serving U of A through fellowship activities, service activities, weekly worship and other meetings and opportunities
University Apartments Residents Council Governing To be a liaison between residents of the University Apartments and the officials of the University Apartments.
University Baptist Church College Ministry Religious To enhance the spiritual and social dimensions of the lives of members of the University Community; to encourage the theological development of students; to encourage the exploration of and commitment to the Christian faith and life. ubccollege.com
University Fellowship Outreach Religious Through a platform of fellowship, close friendships and weekly discussion, to attract college-aged people to Christ. universityfellowshipoutreatch@hotmail.com
University Apostolics Religious The purpose of the University Apostolics is to educate the University community about Pentecostalism and apostolic doctrine while supporting students of apostolic faith. Dla01@uark.edu
University Programs Special Interest We use activity fee to provide a broad range of social, cultural, educational, and recreational events and provide an opportunity for student development and leadership through those events.
Up Til Dawn Honorary/Service 1) Raise funds for the children of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. 2) Unite the campus in an effort spearheaded and let by the students 3) Promote the value of service learning to all students across the campus 4) Provide students the opportunity to accumulate valuable practical knowledge through their committee planning and event execution work. razorbacksuptildawn@hotmail.com
Victory on Campus Religious Our purpose is to provide activities, Fun and Fellowship to any and all students at the U of A. We will provide insight and information concerning the Christian interdenominational faith to anyone who is interested.
Walt Disney World College Program Alumni Club Special Interest Recruit for the Walt Disney World College program, support WDW College Program alumni; and to be active in the community by volunteering.
Walton Hall Senate Governing To establish an effective role for residents to voice their concerns and opinions, allocate resources to fund resident-centered priorities, and provide a general democratic forum for resident life.
Women’s Law Student Association Professional To provide women the opportunity to speak and work with students and graduates that share an interest in the legal profession. (Membership is not exclusive to women).
World Wide Web/Internet Interest Group Special Interest Teach members about the Internet, Linux, and Web programming / design through lectures, email lists, events, and projects sponsored by WIG.
Yocum Hall Senate Governing To give residents in the hall a place to voice concerns and continually make Yocum Hall a place where they feel comfortable living, learning, and having fun through programs, events, and bills being passed
Young Democrats Special Interest To inform and give practical application of our governmental systems to U of A students to outline the democratic party stances on vital issues and encourage liberal philosophies. uofayoungdemocrats@hotmail.com
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Greek Zeta Phi Beta Sorority is a non profit organization founded on the principle of scholarship, service, finer womanhood, and sisterly love.
Zeta Tau Alpha Greek To provide an opportunity for sisterhood among collegiate women and to promote scholastic excellence and service to our community bmorrel@uark.edu |