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Welcome to Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi! Hello Islanders! We are so glad that you are reading this guide, because that means you have made the first step to getting involved at TAMUCC! It is with great enthusiasm that we urge you to participate in all that campus life has to offer from joining organizations, to attending events, and much more! Becoming involved in a student organization is a great way to enhance your collegiate experience. While you will learn valuable information in your classes, there are just some things you have to experience. Joining a student organization can assist you with the following: • Meet new friends • Time management skills • Engage in community service • Make contact with professionals • Build your resume • Serve as a campus leader All of our organizations on campus have support and guidance provided to them by The University Council of Student Organizations (UCSO), as well as, University Center and Student Activities (USCA) department. UCSO is the governing council for the student organizations at Texas A&M-Corpus Christi. The University Council of Student Organizations provides an outlet for all student organizations to speak through and voice any questions, concerns, or comments in a productive manner. Additionally, UCSO provides training opportunities for all student organizations and funding allocations. Again, welcome to our Island University. Good luck and get involved! Sincerely, UCSA staff

how to join an ORGANIZATION. Reading this brochure is a great first step to learning more about the organizations here on campus! The many ways to get involved with one or more organizations on campus are listed below:

• Join Org Sync: visit www.orgsync.com and create an ac-

count. Select our campus (Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi) and you can see a list of the many organizations we have to offer. Each organization has their own page (like facebook!), so you can learn more information about the specific organizations you are interested in. You also have the option to contact the organizations directly to see how you can get involved!

• Visit the Student Organization Center (SOC): located in

the University Center, office 204, information for student organizations, fraternities, sororities, and sports clubs are available in the SOC and our office assistants can help match you with the organizations of your interests.

• Participate in campus events, such as: Student Org. and Volunteer Fair (occurs in September & is sponsored by UCSO) • Islander Lights (occurs in December & is sponsored by UCSA) • Greek Week (occurs in March & is sponsored by UCSA) • Much more: Learn about other events by visiting our website: ucsa.tamucc.edu

how to start a NEW ORGANIZATION. University Center and Student Activities, and Recreational Sports encourage students to form new organizations if there is not a current one that meets their needs or satisfies their interests. In order to start a new organization, please review the following process.

• Meet with University Council of Student Organizations (UCSO) Advisor.

• Recruit 5 members, 3 which will serve as officers. • Recruit a faculty or staff advisor; preferably an advisor sharing the group’s purpose.

• Develop a constitution. This will give the organization some

direction and guidance. It must be submitted and approved by the UCSO Advisor (the UCSO advisor can provide a sample constitution for guidance if needed). • Complete recognition paperwork via OrgSync, our online organization management tool. • A bank account should be established so the organization can collect and deposit dues and request funds from UCSO or Recreational Sports. Note: An organization you are interested in starting may have already existed in the past, but isn’t recognized currently. Please visit the SOC for information about reactivating an organization.

ACADEMIC organizations Association for Women in Science (AWIS) This organization works to raise public awareness of the scientific and technological skills and contributions of women as well as work with other scientific, educational, and women’s organizations to develop national and community programs. Chemistry Club The Chemistry Club represents TAMUCC students and their interest in physical and life sciences. We aim to share our knowledge of science with the general public by inspiring the younger generations of scientists and promoting our university Council of Teachers of Mathematics (CTM) CTM’s purpose is to recruit potential and current students to mathematics teaching careers and to provide support, resources, and educational and service opportunities to prospective and practicing teachers. Counselor Education Research Consortium (CERC) The purpose of CERC is to promote the scholarly productivity of research and facilitate the professional development of counselors and counselor educators. Doctoral Inspiration Group Support (DIGS) DIGS is the student association of the Doctoral Education Leadership Program. The purpose is to provide group support between doctoral students as they complete their journey in the doctoral process. Engineering Technology Society ETS is dedicated to furthering the education of its members by providing them with support, leadership, training, and opportunities through projects and hands on activities. Geographic Information Systems Student Organization (GISSO) The purpose of GISSO is to help promote the Surveying and GIS industry throughout the community.

Geology Club The purpose of the Geology Club is to promote the geosciences and environmental sciences. Graduate Student Organization The Graduate Student Organization seeks to foster a sense of community amongst graduate students by advocating for graduate student needs, providing educational and social opportunities, and fellowship. Graduate Student Reading Association This group is composed of graduate students majoring in reading at the graduate level and who promote reading, writing, books, and all things bookish. Islander Association for Childhood Education International (ACEI) Islander Association for Childhood Education International is an educational based association. All undergrad and graduate education majors are eligible to attend. Islander ACEI provides workshops and meetings which focus on educational information to better inform pre-service and service educators. Kinesiology Club To promote leadership, insure the permanence of this club, and promote an understanding of the profession of health, physical education, recreation, and dance. Marine Science Graduate Student Organization The MSGSO provides graduate students with a forum to meet with other like-minded students, an opportunity for socializing, the means to perform public outreach and education and the chance to create opportunities for educational advancement. The Math Club The Math Club is focused on helping students have fun and improve their math skills. Psychology Club Psychology Club is open to all majors, faculty, and staff at TAMUCC. Our goal is to incorporate the field of psychology into all areas of

study. The purpose of the Psychology Club is to promote continuing education amongst its members and the academic environment in which it exists, to promote and provide feedback to the University faculty and students and to broaden contacts within the interesting field of psychology. Society for Advancement of Management The mission of SAM is to provide an opportunity for the members to increase management skills and expertise through participation in programs and services designed to improve the professional quality of their knowledge, performance, and leadership ability. Society of Manufacturing Engineers The Society of Manufacturing Engineers is here to expose Engineering Students to the manufacturing environment and make connections within the industry. The teachings that students can take away from the program can aid them in a better understanding of the industry and help them in their chosen career path. Sociology Club The Sociology Club is an organization dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in the discipline with several goals: to better inform students of the benefits of sociological thought, to enable students to use a ‘sociological imagination’ and sociological theory and research to broaden their knowledge of the world around them and to promote empathy with the human condition locally and globally. Student Accounting Society (SAS) The purpose shall be to further student’s understanding and knowledge of the accounting profession through professional and fraternal meetings and associations. Student Art Association The Student Art Association (SAA) is a group of individuals who share a common interest. Whether it be student, faculty, or staff, all are welcome to participate in many of the functions of the SAA. The goal of the SAA is to further art appreciation at TAMU-CC. Student Economics Association (SEA) The Student Economics Association at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi promotes the interest in and understanding of economic

thought and issues, and sees how economics is applicable to everyday life. Student Finance Association The purpose of the Student Finance Association is to assist in the development of professional and leadership skills from both financial and business aspects through the interaction of students, faculty and business professional. Student Association of Graduate English Scholars (SAGES) The purpose of SAGES is to provide a broad base of support for English graduate students by heightening awareness of program and course concerns, providing a venue for group discussions, providing a procedure for relating these concerns to those in positions of authority, and giving the graduate students a stronger voice in matters of policy which concern them. Student Nurses Association (SNA) It is our goal to provide social, educational, and volunteer opportunities that will enable students to establish mutual and beneficial relationships with colleagues and nurse professionals in the community and around the state. Student Reading Council The Student Reading Council is a professional organization that is associated with the International Reading Association. Our goal is to promote literacy in our community and serve as a network group between current and future educators.

CULTURAL organizations African American Cultural Society (AACS) The African-American Cultural Society aims to strengthen the relationship among the African-American student body and Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi. We implement programs that will expand cultural awareness and involve ourselves in opportunities on and off campus that will enhance professional skills and provide exposure to advocating for marginalized populations.

Azerbaijani Student Association This organization works to enhance knowledge about Azerbaijani culture and history, and Azerbaijani people, to encourage people who are members of the organization to participate in activities concerning improvement of Azerbaijan and to gather Azerbaijani students from all over the world. Bilingual Education Student Organization (BESO) The purpose of BESO is to learn more about multicultural-bilingual education and ESL schooling employment opportunities and their social educational impact. Chinese Student Association (CSA) The Chinese Student Association (CSA) is a student organization dedicated to the goal of promoting social, intellectual and cultural activities for Chinese students at Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi, as well as other interested members in the Corpus Christi area. Colombian Student Association The Colombian Student Association is a cultural Association from Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi. The main purposes are to promote the culture and good image of Colombia in the United States, to build up good relations between the United States and Colombia and to encourage economic development in Colombia Corpus Christi African Students Organization The African Student Organization exists to unite and foster a greater understanding and unity among students of African and non-African descent at the Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi campus. It is dedicated to act as a resource of information on Africa as in each of its countries and promote African issues on campus; create an awareness of Africa by encouraging the positive interaction between its members and students of African descent. Hispanics for the Advancement of Community and Educational Readiness (HACER) HACER empowers student leaders to actively promote the Latino community at TAMUCC and enrich academic excellence for Latinos everywhere.

India Students Association (ISA) ISA or the ‘India Students Association’ is a non-profit association established with the purpose of promoting awareness of Indian culture, providing opportunities for social interactions and to showcase India as a nation. International Student Organization The purpose shall be to promote and foster the development of both International and American students. Korean Student Association Help Korean Students have meaningful social activities at the Texas A&M University at Corpus Christi based on a Korean unity. Muslim Student Association To create awareness and unity about Islam to Muslims and nonMuslims. To provide educational Islamic teachings to non-Muslims who are interested. Turkish Student Association Turkish Student Association tries to combine different cultures. Vietnamese Student Association Vietnamese Student Association is an organization which creates a friendly community where Vietnamese students and others can come to have fun through activities and share experiences with each other at TAMUCC.

FAITH-BASED organizations Baptist Student Ministry (BSM) BSM exists to provide opportunities for students to connect, grow, and serve on campus, in our community, and around the world. BSM has been making disciples on our Corpus Christi campus since 1947. Campus Crusades for Christ Campus Crusade for Christ is an interdenominational, student, Christian organization seeking to provide a spiritual environment for students.

Chi Alpha Christian Fellowship We are here to meet the spiritual needs of today’s students and answer questions like...Why be a Christian? And what do they believe? Christians In Action (CIA) CIA is a group that is about reaching college age people for Jesus. To study the Scriptures and live transformed lives in Jesus!! We are crazy about Jesus and we are dedicated to seeing the mission of Jesus lived out in everyday lives. Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) The Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) is a unique Christian organization designed to bring students, coaches, and college athletes together in order to establish a unique social group whom encourage each other to grow strong in their faith and become close to God via huddle groups and bible studies and prayer. Latter-day Saint Student Association (LDSSA) LDSSA helps students balance their educational and spiritual lives in order to deal with today’s trials and challenges. Newman Club The Newman Club is dedicated to renewing and strengthening Catholic identity at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi. The Newman Club focuses its work on assisting students, serving the community, urging fidelity to the Magisterium of the Catholic Church, holding liturgical celebrations, and increasing students’ knowledge of God, Scripture, and the Church Seven The purpose of Seven is to promote the importance of fellowship, ministry, and service throughout the community and university. Reformed University Fellowship RUF is an organization on a mission to help those around us make memories and create friendships all surrounded by the grace of God. The Net The Net is a non-denominational spiritually adventurous young adult ministry in Corpus Christi, Texas. To accomplish its goals, the min-

istry uses various adventurous, creative and fun means while at the same time remaining open to the work of the Holy Spirit and centered on the Bible as its final authority. Single and married, students and professionals, military welcome. Only two miles from TAMUCC, the Net is for ages 17 - 30. Yorktown College Ministry Yorktown College Ministry exists to disciple students into a relationship with Jesus Christ. We aim to provide avenues for students to share beliefs and ideas with one another, as well as provide an environment where students can build relationships with other students on campus. We believe it is only through Jesus Christ that students can find fulfilment and uncontainable joy. Young Life Young Life is a relational ministry to disinterested, un-churched high school kids. At TAMUCC, college students can go through leadership training where they will learn how to be a Young Life leader. A large part of to be a Young Life leader is showing up in kids worlds, loving them where they are, and sharing Christ in ways that they can understand; just like Christ showed up in our world, loved us where we were, and shared Himself with us in a way that we could comprehend.

HONOR societies

Membership is by invitation only or an application process. Alpha Epsilon Delta (AED) Alpha Epsilon Delta is a National Health Pre-Professional Honor Society that dedicates itself to the encouragement and recognition of excellence in pre-professional health scholarship in a multitude of health related fields. Alpha Kappa Delta Alpha Kappa Delta International Honour Society of Sociology. AKD seeks to acknowledge and promote excellence in scholarship in the study of sociology, the research of social problems, and such other social and intellectual activities as will lead to improvement in the human condition.

Alpha Psi Omega A National theatre Honor Organization dedicated to helping the community and others in any way possible through theatre and community service. Beta Beta Beta (BBB) The Purpose of Beta Beta Beta Biological Honor Society shall be to function as an honor and professional society for students of the biological sciences. Chi Sigma Iota - Theta Alpha Mu Chapter CSI is an International Honor Society that values academic and professional excellence in counseling. We promote a strong professional identity through members (professional counselors, counselor educators, and students) who contribute to the realization of a healthy society by fostering wellness and human dignity. Our mission is to promote scholarship, research, professionalism, leadership and excellence in counseling. Golden Key International Honor Society Golden Key is the world premier collegiate honor society, recognizing outstanding academic achievement and connecting high-achieving individuals locally, regionally & globally with lifetime opportunity, reward & success. Kappa Delta Pi International Education Honor Society Kappa Delta Pi (KDP) is an international honor society dedicated to scholarship and excellence in education. Each undergraduate member must be enrolled in or completed EDCI 3311 and must have a cumulative GPA (including all transfer coursework) of 3.25. Lambda Pi Eta Lambda Pi Eta (LPH) is the official Communication Studies honour society of the National Communication Association (NCA). Order of Omega Order of Omega provides the Greek community an honor society organized to recognize individuals in the Greek community for their services to the Greek community and Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi.

Phi Theta Kappa The purpose of Phi Theta Kappa shall be to recognize and encourage scholarship among two-year college students. To achieve this purpose, Phi Theta Kappa shall provide opportunity for the development of leadership and service, for an intellectual climate for exchange of ideas and ideals, for lively fellowship for scholars, and for stimulation of interest in continuing academic excellence. Psi Chi Psi Chi is the National Honour Society in Psychology, founded in 1929 for the purposes of encouraging, stimulating, and maintaining excellence in scholarship, and advancing the science of psychology. Sigma Alpha Iota Sigma Alpha Iota is an organization which promotes interaction among those who share a commitment to music. Members of SAI are active in all areas of campus music and campus life, working closely with faculty, administration, campus and community groups, music professionals and patrons. Sigma Tau Delta Sigma Tau Delta is Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi’s English Honour Society. One of our main goals is to help foster literacy in our community. Sigma Xi Sigma Xi is a scientific research honor society that prides itself in opening the minds of others by using science as a tool. Furthermore, people who have done different types of scientific research or any field similar to or related to science are welcome to interact with one another in this scientific research honor society.

POLITICAL organizations College Republicans We support and promote the Conservative policies, principles, ideals, and candidates of the Republican Party. As Republicans, we believe in limited government, lower taxation, greater personal freedoms and liberties, individual responsibility, responsible fiscal and economic policy, and a strong national defense.

Islander Democrats The Islander Democrats aim to inform the student populace of Democratic values and provide a forum for discussing political affairs in America.

PROFESSIONAL organizations American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) ASME is an organization dedicated to be the premier organization for promoting the art, science and practice of mechanical and multidisciplinary engineering and allied sciences to the diverse communities throughout the world. Our objective at the Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi chapter is to provide undergraduate students with the knowledge of how the industry works, networking, real world experience, give the understanding of community and internationalbased engineering and future job opportunities. Association of Information Technology Professionals (AITP) Association of Information Technology Professionals (AITP) is an organization for open to all business majors and undergraduate and graduate students. AITP is about being able to develop a better understanding of the nature and functions of information technology on campus and our community. Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS) Club We are a group of students dedicated to the furthermost of knowledge and community in the healthcare setting. We hope to cultivate professionalism and courtesy in the clinical laboratory field. Delta Sigma Pi Delta Sigma Pi is a professional business fraternity. The fraternity is co-ed and for business majors or minors exclusively. The purpose of the Delta Sigma Pi is to advance in the future of business men and women. National Hispanic Professional Organization (NHPO) The National Hispanic Professional Organization (NHPO) is a networking, non-profit, membership-based organization that provides a myriad of educational seminars and professional development training to foster and promote self-improvement, professional advancement and personal achievement.

Phi Mu Alpha A brotherhood of musical men that develops the best and truest fraternal spirit; the mutual welfare and brotherhood of musical students; advance music in America and show loyalty to the Alma Mater. Pre-Dental Society The Pre Dental Society is an organization dedicated to helping aspiring dental students gain knowledge and understanding of the many dental professions. We are also committed to helping prospective dental students with the dental school application process. The Executives Club The most exclusive business professionals’ club at TAMUCC. The purpose of The Executives Club is to provide a venue for business students to network with each other and with local business owners in the Corpus Christi area. United States Institute of Theatre Technology The Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi chapter of the United States Institute of Theatre Technology is an organization of students collaboratively working to improve the practice of theatrical design and technology.

SERVICE organizations Colleges Against Cancer (CAC) Colleges Against Cancer is a service organization that puts on fun and educational events throughout the year in order to educate people about cancer. Our biggest event is Relay for Life which is held every year. Habitat for Humanity Habitat for Humanity is a student organization that assists families in the area through community service. The organization works with other Habitat for Humanity chapters to build homes for families. Islander Student Environmental Action League Islander SEAL is a groups made up of TAMU-CC as well as other community activists. We work to educate people about the environ-

ment and how it can be improved; and then we help to improve it through beach clean-ups, and encouraging recycling and staying active in the community around us. Omega Phi Alpha - Psi Chapter The purpose and goals of this sorority shall be to assemble its members in the fellowship of Omega Phi Alpha, to develop friendship, leadership, and cooperation by promoting service to the University community, to the community-at-large, to the members of the sorority, and to the nations of the world. Rotaract Club Rotaract is a Rotary-sponsored service club for young men and women ages 18 to 30. As one of Rotarys most significant and fastest-growing service programs, with more than 7,000 clubs in about 163 countries and geographical areas, Rotaract has become a worldwide phenomenon. United Student Veteran Organization Student Veterans of America (SVA) is a coalition of student veterans groups from college campuses across the United States. Founded in January of 2008, SVA advocates on behalf of student veterans at the local, state, and national level.

SPECIAL INTEREST organizations Association of Writing Center Advocates The AWCA strives to (a) encourage all Texas A&M Corpus Christi faculty, staff, undergraduate students and graduate students to utilize the services offered at CASAs Writing Center (b) assist in the promotion of CASAs Writing Center, and (c) to raise funds to improve services offered at CASAs Writing Center. Black Women United Black Women United is an Organization that will unite all African American women together from all around the nation to unite as one. This organization, will show young black women who we are, where we come from and show the real you. Being a part of this organization, not only will give you more self-confidence, but will grow into understanding what sisterhood really means.

Cadet Club Student Organization made up of Islander cadets and students to promote Islander spirit and encourage participation in ROTC. Ceramic Guild The Ceramic Guild’s purpose is to create an environment that students and fellow artists can come together and share ideas and work. Computer Science Club The Computer Science Club is a (mostly) social club. We enjoy satisfying our geekiness. Some usual activities include: having bowling/ movie nights, pool parties, LAN parties and tinkering with hardware/ software. Gay - Straight Alliance (GSA) Our purpose is to unite the gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender (GLBT) community and their allies on the Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi campus. In addition, the Gay - Straight Alliance works to educate about GLBT affairs, raise awareness and promote tolerance of the GLBT community. Individuals for Free Thought The Student Secular Alliance-Individuals for free thought is an organization centered on having a welcoming environment for free-thinkers, skeptics, atheists, agnostics and the like. We volunteer; stay involved in the community and let other people know that you don’t have to be religious to be a good person. International Socialist Organization Our goal is to describe the events that affect working people’s lives, show the connections between them, fit them into a picture of the world that can explain why they happen--and give a voice to the determination and commitment to change the world. Islander Entertainers Islander Entertainers is a performance group devoted to the personal growth & development of the performing arts as a collaborative form of entertainment. As a group we strive to unify the fine arts in the Corpus Christi area by giving opportunities to express the individual voice and performance as a group. Texas A & M University-

Corpus Christi students have a desire to share the performing arts with the surrounding community by providing a creative outlet. Islander Improv TAMU-CC’s very own improv and sketch comedy troupe. Islander Student Athletic Trainers Association (ISATA) Organization of Student Athletic Trainers that try to fundraise to send higher level student athletic trainers to conferences and such. Sea Turtle Club The Sea Turtle Club is an organization dedicated to the conservation of sea turtles. The club members assist turtles directly through turtle patrol and beach clean-ups, indirectly through activities such as awareness and petitions and provide fun activities such as swimming with sea turtles and watching educational sea turtle videos. Students Taking Action Now for Darfur (STAND) Students Taking Action Now for Darfur, STAND, the student-led division of the Genocide Intervention Network, seeks to educate and encourage others to become informed about what is going on in the world. STAND desires to organize students who are willing to help advocate their fellow students and communities to become involved in fundraising for the civilians in Darfur. Students for Dialogue We want to strive ‘FOR A RESPECT BASED SOCIETY’ where people love, understand and respect each other, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, culture, class and gender; although one does not have to agree with the other’s ideas. We do not want “relative peace and harmony” but “the real peace” and harmony” in the society. We intend to use every legal way to reach this goal. Tea ‘N Crumpets Performance Poetry Tea ‘N Crumpets is a performance poetry club on campus. We are a unique organization that facilitates writers, performers, musicians and any number of different artists. The group meets once a month at minimum to share original works and perform them for each other. Performance pieces are then devised from said pieces to be performed in a showcase that’s half slam-poetry and half experimental theatre. Every meeting ends with a drum circle!

Together We Can The purpose of Together WE Can is to help raise money for SOS Childrens Villages and raise awareness of abused children and what people can do to help these children. We also try our best to get involved in the community and help others. We do things such as feeding the homeless every Saturday morning and volunteering at the Bokencamp Shelter off of Alameda to help children that are like those abandoned and abused. Writers’ Guild A student organization dedicated to the encouragement and promotion of student written plays, sketch, and screenwriting. We will discuss styles and formats, perform staged readings of student writings, and produce selected student works. A great organization for anyone with a creative mind waiting to pour out onto the page.

SPORTS clubs

For more information visit recsports.tamucc.edu Aruande Capoeira The purpose is to create a community in which we all share the same aspiration to learn, train, and enjoy the capoeira game. The capoeira game consists of music, cultural tradition, and technique. The major goal is to learn among us how to perform this art which consists of kicks, acrobats, rhythm, and percussion. Corpus Christi Bass Masters Bassmasters fishing club is a bass fishing club in which our members compete against other students and Universities around the nation in Collegiate bass fishing tournaments. Ducks Unlimited Islander Ducks Unlimited is a Collegiate Chapter of National Ducks Unlimited. We have a reputation for hosting fun outdoor social events, participating in community enriching philanthropic event, and working alongside Corpus Christi businesses and conservation groups to preserve Texas coastal wetlands.

Fencing League at TAMUCC The Fencing League at TAMUCC is an athletic club founded in 2009 to educate students in the art of fencing. People interested in learning about the art of fencing, but are worried about experience needed to compete need not worry, as prior fencing experience is not needed. To further the ambitions of the club, tournaments are held in the spring against other colleges/clubs. Island Corp Auxiliary Performers (ICAP) We are the baton twirling and color guard Rec Sports Club of TAMUCC. We represent the university at various competitions. We perform at various campus and community functions. Islander Anglers Visit recsports.tamucc.edu for more information. Islander IndepenDANCE Islander IndepenDANCE is a hip-hop based dance group. We have no set style, and we welcome all types of people with dance experience and without dance experience to come and join us every week at the Dugan Wellness Center. Our club is passionate about dancing and we like to have fun while teaching choreography and performing on and off of campus. Islander Trap and Skeet The Islander Trap and Skeet team is a collegiate organization that was formed to teach both men and women about shooting sports, and give them an opportunity to excel in collegiate sports as well as academics. Men’s Soccer Come play and practice with some of the best soccer players on campus! This is a fun way to stay in shape and is totally free to play! Middle Eastern Dance Club (MEDC) The Middle Eastern Dance Club of Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi has been an organized performing belly dance troupe since 2002. Our club is divided into several levels of membership - beginners, advanced, performers, and alumni. The instructors research and teach several styles of belly dance, as well as modern fusions, which we perform on campus and throughout the city.

Mixed Martial Arts Club Study the art of unarmed combat with the Mixed Martial Arts Club. Club objectives are to promote positive emotional and physical health, discipline, and teach self-defense skills. Get tested and advance in skill and belt color. MMA Club now features Ju Jitsu! Come learn a new way of unarmed combat while staying in shape and exceeding to new heights of discipline and self esteem. SCUBA Club The SCUBA Club offers training for new SCUBA divers and experience for those who are already certified. We host dive trips across Texas throughout the year and provide diver education opportunities to our members as often as possible. Stranger than Fiction Climbing Club Visit recsports.tamucc.edu for more information. Student Officials Association Want to be a part of an active Student Organization? Are you already a part of the Intramural program but dont even know what SOA is? SOA is always looking for current or prospective officials who want to give back to their community and the Rec Sports department.

DEPARTMENTAL organizations Aloha Days Aloha Days is the university’s freshmen camp that welcomes new students in August before Fall classes begin. The camp staff is responsible for the planning and implementation of camp. Applications for camp staff are available in January. Alternative Spring Break Alternative Spring Break (ASB) Program selects students each year to travel to a designated location for the week of Spring Break to participate in community service and service learning activities. ASB provides an opportunity for college students and staff members to engage in direct “hands-on” service that addresses the needs of the location in areas such as community service, social services, environmental conservation, etc.

Campus Activities Board (CAB) CAB is a student organization that is responsible for providing a variety of cultural, social, recreational, and service programs for the campus community. Students involved in CAB choose programs, make facility and food arrangements, promote events, and provide assistance to performers and artists. Examples of CAB programs include concerts, drive-in movies, hypnotists, magicians, virtual reality rides, lectures, festivals, dance lessons, and much more. EDGE Leadership In this leadership program, members develop their leadership skills through seminars and retreats. EDGE members also participate in and coordinate community service opportunities for the campus community throughout the year. ELITE Toastmasters Totastmasters International is an organization that helps people to improve their communication and leadership skills. ELITE Toastmasters provides the opportunity for people to become better and more confident public speakers and leaders in front of large or small groups. ELITE Toastmasters is open to students, faculty, staff, and alumni who are interested in improving their communication and leadership skills. Honors Student Association (HSA) The Honors Program at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi offers enriched plans of study to highly motivated students who have the ability to excel academically and the desire to develop global perspectives. I-ADAPT Committed to promoting healthy choices among the TAMU-CC campus community in order to reduce the negative consequences of alcohol and drug use/abuse. Remember, Islanders Think, Choose and Graduate! They Think about what is important to them, Choose behaviors that will help them achieve their goals and Graduate to lead successful and productive lives. FMI: http://iadapt. tamucc.edu/. Island Ambassadors Enthusiastic students serve the university as campus tour guides

and play and integral role in the planning and execution of university recruiting events such as Island Days. Island Waves Island Waves is the campus student newspaper. It is printed 20 times per semester (every Thursday) and is completely student-run. Students can write stories, take photos, and sell ads as a part of the newspaper staff. Islander Cultural Alliance (ICA) Multicultural programming focuses on celebrating diversity and promoting cultural awareness by planning and executing various events throughout the year. Hispanic Heritage Month, Women’s History Month, Black History Month, Disabilities Awareness Month, and Lesbian, Gay, Bi-Sexual, Transgendered, and Straight Allies programming are just a few of the programs and activities that the Alliance plan. Orientation Leaders Welcome new students and their families to the university through summer orientation programs. President’s Ambassadors President’s Ambassadors represent Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi and the Office of the President by hosting guests of the University and attending special events. Student Foundation Association The Student Foundation Association is dedicated to raising funds for student scholarships through programs that promote education, student leadership development, campus pride, and alumni involvement. GOVERNING boards Interfraternity Council IFC provides fraternity men with an opportunity to voice their concerns and issues and a way to contribute to the decision-making process of the Greek and university community. Multicultural Greek Council (MGC) MGC represents Greek organizations that historically represent the

interests of minority groups. These organizations may be affiliated with the National Panhellenic Conference, National Association of Latino Fraternal Organizations or a similar organization. Panhellenic Council (PC) Panhellenic Council provides sorority women with an opportunity to voice their concerns and issues and a way to contribute to the decision-making process of the Greek and university community. Sport Club Council (SCC) SCC is the governing council of all Sports Clubs that compete with clubs from other universities or are designed to provide instruction in a sport or recreation activity. Student Conduct Board (SCB) Student Conduct Board is one way students can be evaluated by a group of peers regarding alleged violations of the Student Code of Conduct. The SCB ensures that each student is afforded due process and fair resolution in a systematic manner by means of an educational process. Student Government Association (SGA) Student Government provides students with a voice for their concerns and a way to contribute to the decision making process of the university. All students are invited to meetings every Friday during the fall and spring semesters. University Council of Student Organizations (UCSO) UCSO is the governing council for all general student organizations at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi. It provides an outlet for all students to voice any questions, concerns, or comments regarding Student Organizations recognition and the university. Additionally, UCSO provides training and funding opportunities for all student organizations.

FRATERNITY organizations

For more information about these organizations contact Student Activities at 825-2707. Alpha Phi Alpha (AΓA) The objective of this Fraternity shall be: to stimulate the ambition of its members; to prepare them for the greatest usefulness in the causes of humanity, freedom, and dignity of the individual; to encourage the highest and noblest form on manhood; and to aid down-trodden humanity in its efforts to achieve higher social, economic and intellectual status. FMI visit www.alphaphialpha.net. Beta Theta Pi (ßΘΠ) Beta Theta Pi is dedicated to building men of principle for a principled life. Their brotherhood aids the individual, builds the Fraternity and strengthens the host academic institution through lifelong devotion to intellectual intelligence, high standards of moral conduct and responsible citizenship. FMI visit www.betathetapi.org. Delta Chi (∆X) Delta Chi offers a unique opportunity for men of diverse backgrounds, incomes, and interests to be part of a common experience that we call the “Brotherhood of a Lifetime.” We are working to redefine the college social fraternity through the application of our founding values of promoting friendship, developing character, the advancement of justice, and the acquisition of a sound education. FMI visit www.deltachi.org Kappa Sigma (ΚΣ) Kappa Sigma is focused upon the Four Pillars of FELLOWSHIP, LEADERSHIP, SCHOLARSHIP and SERVICE. As a values-based men’s fraternity, Kappa Sigma strictly forbids hazing and fosters meaningful college experiences by offering progressive membership development and pledge education. FMI: www.kappasigma.org Phi Delta Theta (Φ∆Θ) The men of Phi Delta Theta all have different backgrounds, but similar ideals unite them with a common purpose: to foster excellence in scholarship, leadership, individual growth and involvement in community service. FMI visit www.phideltatheta.org.

Sigma Phi Epsilon (ΣΦE) The men of Sigma Phi Epsilon strive for balance in their lives, building sound minds and bodies as a lifetime habit based on one of the core ideas of ancient Greek philosophy: the Balanced Man. Their cardinal principles are virtue, diligence and brotherly love. FMI visit www.siep.org.

SORORITY organizations

For more information about these organizations contact Student Activities at 825-2707. Alpha Gamma Delta (AΓ∆) Since their founding in 1904, Alpha Gamma Delta has been dedicated to academic excellence, leadership development, high ideals and sisterhood. FMI visit www.alphagammadelta.org. Alpha Kappa Alpha (AΚA) Alpha Kappa Alpha is the first Greek-lettered sorority established and incorporated by African American college women. Consisting of college-educated women of many diverse backgrounds from around the world, including, but not limited to, African, Caucasian, Asian, Native American, Hispanic and Indian descent, the sorority serves through a membership of more than 250,000 women in over 900 chapters in the United States and several other countries. FMI: www.AKA1908.com Delta Delta Delta (∆∆∆) The purpose of Delta Delta Delta shall be to establish a perpetual bond of friendship among its members, to develop a stronger and more womanly character, to broaden the moral and intellectual life, and to assist its members in every possible way. FMI visit www. tridelt.org. Gamma Phi Beta (ΓΦß) Their mission is to foster a nourishing environment that provides women the opportunity to achieve their potential through life-long commitment to intellectual growth, individual worth and service to humanity. FMI visit www.gammaphibeta.org.

Lambda Theta Alpha (ΛΘA) As the first Latin sorority ever created to cater towards the needs of Latinas in the nation, Lambda Theta Alpha recognizes the importance of reaching out to others and forming a united coalition of professional, diverse, culturally and politically aware women. FMI visit www.lambdalady.org. Sigma Lambda Gamma (ΣΛΓ) Sigma Lambda Gamma strives to be the premier organization committed to providing a mechanism of empowerment to all women. FMI visit www.sigmalambdagamma.com. Zeta Tau Alpha The purpose of Zeta Tau Alpha is the intensifying of friendship, the fostering of a spirit of love, the creating of such sentiments, the performing of such deeds, and the molding of such opinions as will be conducive to the building up of a purer and nobler womanhood in the world. FMI: www.zetataualpha.org.

SPIRIT groups The Islander Cheer Team The Islander Cheerleading Team is a competitive cheer squad. All members of the Cheerleading team will be required to participate at several events, including but not limited to, volleyball and basketball games, competitions, camps, and campus activities as well as community events which run throughout the school year. The Islander Dance Team The Islander Dance Team was founded in order to develop dance and performance abilities, encourage the enrichment of physical fitness, self-esteem, and school spirit. Tryouts occur in March and April. Islander Diamonds Islander Diamonds is an organization that assists the baseball team with financial and emotional (cheering) support. We attend baseball games and hold fundraisers in order to promote the baseball program here at TAMUCC in hopes to promote recognition of our baseball athletes.

Green Team Want To show and Promote school Spirit? Scream, Chant, Yell and get the Hype going around Campus. Come Support Islander Athletics in Every Sport and Help get the Community involved. Then Green Team Is the Place for You....Green Team Doing More to Grow TAMUCC Blue Crew The Blue Crew is a chance to get involved with the Islander Basketball teams. Members are required to be loud, wild, and crazy at games while helping the Islanders achieve a winning record in the American Bank Center. Sign up today and get your FREE Blue Crew T-shirt at the next game you attend.

INTRAMURALS Intramural offers leagues, tournaments, and meets during the school year. You can find a complete list of sports offered each semester below. Students can sign up with a team or individually with the free agent program and be placed on a team. The sports are supervised, officiated, and played predominantly by students although faculty and staff are also eligible. For more information, questions, or to sign up, visit www.recsports.tamucc.edu, call 825-2313 or go to the Recreational Sports office located in the Dugan Wellness Center.

FALL SPORTS • • • •

Basketball Dodgeball Golf Indoor Soccer

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Outdoor Flag Football Outdoor Soccer Racquetball Table Tennis

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Texas Hold ‘Em Volleyball 8-Ball Pool 9-Ball Pool

SPRING SPORTS • • • • •

Basketball Dodgeball Golf Indoor Flag Football Indoor Soccer

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Racquetball Soccer Softball Table Tennis

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Tennis Texas Hold ‘Em 8-Ball Pool 9-Ball Pool

SUMMER SPORTS • Basketball • Racquetball • Swimming

• Table Tennis • Texas Hold ‘Em • Volleyball

• Water Basketball • 9-Ball Pool

WORKSHOPS & CONFERENCES UCSA Leadership Conference Each spring semester, the University Center and Student Activities department will conduct a one day leadership conference to offer various workshops and keynote addresses that will enhance our students’ leadership skills. The conference is free and open to all students. For more information contact Student Activities at 8252707. UCSA Leadership Workshops The service provides workshops to students, faculty and staff at TAMUCC. We have workshop series that are geared toward issues that new students may face, as well as, leadership skills that give our student leaders opportunities to improve and become more marketable. UCSA Leadership also delivers various workshops to classrooms and meetings when organizations and professors request or invite them. For a complete list of workshop available, please visit: ucsa.tamucc.edu. Greek Retreat Because we recognize the needs of our fraternity and sorority leaders are different than that of our organizations, special one day training and development retreat is held on campus just for them. Officers and members of the organization are invited to attend this free event in January. For more information contact Student Activities at 825-2707.

STUDENT ACTIVITIES OFFICE University Center 226 361-825-2707

STUDENT ORGANIZATION CENTER University Center 204 361-825-3239

SCHEDULING OFFICE University Center 215 361-825-5281