Tips for planning a student activity on campus (pdf)

The Alliance
Altered Reality
Band and Other Musical Performances
Basketball
Choir
College Conservatives
College Democrats
Future Educators Club
The G.R.E.E.N. Scene (Grass Roots Environmental Education Network)
Health Sciences Club
Imagination Inc. (arts magazine)
Life Is Music, Enjoy
Mathletic Association
Multicultural Student Union (MSU)
OASIS (adult students)
Phi Theta Kappa (PTK)
Rock Rooks Chess Club
Saber Rattlers (Fencing Club)
School of Rock Drama Club
Sigma Kappa Delta
Soccer
STAND (A Student Anti-Genocide Coalition)
Student Government Association (SGA)
TV Club
Volleyball
Women's Leadership Club

The Alliance : For Gay, Lesbian, Bi-sexual, Transgender, and Straight people who are interested in LGBT current events and issues, support, discussion, and community awareness. For more information contact advisors Patricia Clasen at tricia.clasen@uwc.edu , or John Pruitt at john.pruitt@uwc.edu or Nilhan Gunasekera at nilhan.gunasekera@uwc.edu

Altered Reality : Science Fiction and Fantasy Club founded in the fall of 2004, the club is one of the largest and most vibrant on campus. Club sponsored events include movie nights, discussion groups, role-playing games and just about anything else related to science fiction and fantasy. Whether your interest lies with movies, anime, tabletop role-playing, computer games or elsewhere, you will find a place in the group. For more information contact advisor Brian Duckwitz at brian.duckwitz@uwc.edu.

Band and Musical Performance: UW-Rock County offers many opportunities to pursue your interests in music. If you played an instrument in high school and you would like to continue for fun or professionally, check out some of the options available to you at UW-Rock County. Performance opportunities include: UW-Rock County Jazz Ensemble, Rock Prairie Big Band, Rock Prairie Concert Band, Rock Prairie Chamber Orchestra, Rock Prairie Festival Orchestra and also Student music recitals (3 per semester) where you perform solo! For more information contact Jeff Suarez at jeff.suarez@uwc.edu.

Basketball: Did you play basketball in high school? Or have you always wanted to? UW-Rock County offers men's and women's basketball as an intercollegiate sport. For more information contact coach Scott Lee at scott.lee@uwc.edu.

Rock Rooks Chess Club : Members of the Rock Rooks Chess Club gather each day at noon in the library and enjoy the art and fellowship of playing chess. Friendly competitions, tournaments, and events are organized on campus throughout the year. With more than 45 members, a wide range of skill levels are represented within the club ranging from beginner to advanced. For more information contact click here.

Choir : If vocal music is one of your interests, UW-Rock County provides many opportunities to sing. Choir is open to any student without audition. This choir meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from noon-12:50 p.m. If a student is part of the choir, they are also eligible audition for the Madrigal Choir in the fall semester and/or the Swing Choir in the spring. These groups meet on Mondays and Wednesdays from noon-12:50 p.m. For more information contact James Langkamp at james.langkamp@uwc.edu.

College Conservatives : The College Conservatives seek to promote the conservative mindset amongst UW-Rock County students whether through debates, rallies or lobbying. For more information contact Fredrick Appah at fredrick.appah@uwc.edu

The College Democrats : The College Democrats pledge to support the candidates and philosophy of the Democratic Party. Furthermore, the College Democrats declares its intention to support all efforts to increase the participation of college students in Democratic affairs. To these ends, the College Democrats shall educate and train its members so that they may be better able to: educate students about the philosophy of the Democratic Party, assist in the election of local, state, and national Democratic candidates, and affect political change on the local, state and national level. For more information contact Sara Juarez Koch at sara.juarezkoch@uwc.edu or H. Gene Biby at gene.biby@uwc.edu.

Future Educators Club: Thinking of becoming a teacher? Become a member of the Student WEA (Wisconsin Education Association) organization. The Student WEA will promote interest in young adults interested in education, provide members with opportunities for developing personal growth and professional competence, provide for gaining an understanding of the history, ethics and programs of the education profession, provide opportunities for participating in cooperative work on the problems of the profession and the community, provide professional membership on the local, state and national levels during the preparation period for a career in education and provide students with the resources needed to prepare them to become educators. For more information contact advisor Linda Reinhardt at linda.reinhardt@uwc.edu.

The G.R.E.E.N. Scene (Grass Roots Environmental Education Network) : This club focuses on environmental and social issues surrounding us locally and globally. The GREEN Scene will provide a network of environmental and social information that reaches out into nationwide communities through action and education. For more information contact advisor Krissy Weisgerber at kristina.weisger@uwc.edu.

Health Science Careers Club/Wellness Alliance: Interested in a career in the health sciences or medical field, or just interested in promoting good health and wellness? Then, look into this club! Get information on study methods, give and receive advice on classes, or get involved in a Red Cross Blood Drive , the Cancer Society's Relay for Life, or the Safe Spring Break events. For more information contact advisors Kim Kostka at kim.kostka@uwc.edu.

Imagination Inc.: Provides an arena for the literary and visual arts on campus. Imagination, Inc. shall edit and publish periodic journals of student art, which will include short fiction, poetry, essays, manifestoes, prose poems, musical scores, photography, illustrations, and other media suitable for print (and possibly web format). The club shall also sponsor book discussions, writing workshops, readings, promotional events, and gatherings for any students interested in the literary and/or graphic arts. For more information contact advisor Nick French at nicholas.french@uwc.edu.

LIM,E (Life Is Music, Enjoy): Doesn't the name just about say it all for this student club? Club LIM,E will promote, share, and learn alternative musical ideas. Members will strive to provide a positive musical influence in the community by volunteering in musically related activities. For more information contact advisor Jeff Suarez at jeff.suarez@uwc.edu.

Mathletic Association (Math club): The math club will promote an interest in and foster an appreciation for mathematics. The organization plans to participate in and host math competitions, provide tutoring services, and explore various branches of mathematics. For more information contact Robert Hein at robert.j.hein@uwc.edu

Multicultural Student Union (MSU): Do you work for racial justice and value diversity? Want to understand others and make the world a more tolerant place? Then, check out the MSU, open to any student, of any race or cultural heritage. This club emphasizes the development of friendships, the sharing of perspectives, and appreciation of all cultures. For anyone interested in multicultural events, and issues, on the campus and in the world. For more information contact advisors Sara Juarez Koch at sara.juarezkoch@uwc.edu or Jennifer Heinert at jennifer.heinert@uwc.edu.

OASIS (Opportunities for Adult Students to Interact Successfully): OASIS focuses on creating a welcoming atmosphere for adult students (age 22 years and older), their families, and the general student population. Do you have questions about what UW-Rock has to offer you? How to get started? How school might impact the rest of your life? Write to us and find out how you can be a part of OASIS and our many activities! For more information contact advisor Marylee Kishel at marylee.kishel@uwc.edu.

Phi Theta Kappa (PTK): PTK has recognized academic excellence in the two year colleges since 1918 and has become the largest and most prestigious honor society serving two year colleges around the world. Membership is based primarily upon academic achievement. To be eligible for membership in PTK at the University of Wisconsin-Rock County, you must be enrolled at UW-Rock County, you must have completed at least 12 credit hours of university level coursework at UW-Rock County, you must have a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.5, and you must enjoy full rights of citizenship in the United States. For more information contact advisors Linda Reinhardt at linda.reinhardt@uwc.edu or Kim Kostka at kim.kostka@uwc.edu.

Rock Rooks Chess Club: Do you like the challenge of a good chess game, whether for fun or competition? This popular student-sponsored club is for anyone interested in practicing the art of chess, even if you don't currently know how to play. Drop in and test your skill against the more than 45 members from beginners to advanced level. We meet every day at noon in the library for play and business meetings are Thursdays at 12:15 p.m. For more information contact advisor Brian Beecher at brian.beecher@uwc.edu.

The Saber Rattlers : The purpose of the organization is to promote a better understanding of the sport of fencing, provide an outlet for those interested in the sport of fencing, and to just have fun. Members of the Saber Rattlers fencing club may participate in fencing drills, bouts and various exhibitions. For more information contact Brian Duckwitz at brian.duckwitz@uwc.edu.

The School of Rock-Drama Club : The School of Rock Drama Club is open to all UW-Rock students who are interested in any aspect of theatrical production including performance, technical theatre or management. Our goal is to increase awareness of theatre as an art form and an avenue for expression both here on campus and in the community at large. We accomplish this goal through service, fund-raisers and performance. For more information contact H. Gene Biby at gene.biby@uwc.edu.

Sigma Kappa Delta: This English Honor Society is primarily a service organization. If you think that you would like to participate in public readings (ex. readings of African American writers in February for African-American history month), book drives for charity, celebrating author and film director birthdays, etc. Then this would be the club for you. Eligible students will have at least a 3.3 overall GPA and a grade of no less than a B in all English courses taken. For more information contact advisor John Pruitt at john.pruitt@uwc.edu.

Sports Activity Club: The Sports Activity Club will promote a better understanding of sports/activities around the world and it will provide an outlet for those interested in sports and unique activities all while having fun. For more information contact advisors John Sonka at john.sonka@uwc.edu , Nick French at nicholas.french@uwc.edu , or Stephen Schmid at stephen.schmid@uwc.edu.

Soccer: UW-Rock County offers soccer as a co-ed intercollegiate sport. The soccer program has a long history of success and will celebrated 30 years in the 2004 season. The soccer team had its first winning season in 1993, a team on which the current soccer coach had the pleasure to play. For more information contact coach Grant McNall at grant.mcnall@uwc.edu.

STAND(A Student Anti-Genocide Coalition): STAND brings together students to work towards an end to genocide wherever it occurs worldwide. Specifically it works to increase consciousness about the current crisis in Darfur among fellow students and in the community, to raise funds for relief and protection for the victims and displaced, and to advocate for political action and accountability. STAND will also serve as a tool for networking students around the country and the world. For more information contact advisor Nick French at nicholas.french@uwc.edu

Student Government Association (SGA): Learn leadership skills and assist your fellow student while organizing various campus activities. Open to all members of the campus community by way of election or appointment. Being involved in the student government has many perks, such as: trips to other UW Colleges throughout the state, planning and organizing upcoming campus activities, and contributing to campus policy making. For more information contact advisor Steve Ullrick at steve.ullrick@uwc.edu.

TV Club : The TV Club produces a television news and entertainment program for UW-Rock County students, faculty and staff. This club shall also provide an outlet for students interested in media arts and broadcast journalism. For more information contact advisor Nick French at nicholas.french@uwc.edu.

Volleyball : Did you play volleyball in high school? Or have you always wanted to? UW-Rock County offers volleyball as a women’s intercollegiate sport. For more information contact coach Megan Scheunemann at megan.scheunemann@uwc.edu.

Women's Leadership Club : Increase education and discussion about important world issues, create a campus support organization for women, and have fun while meeting new people with similar interests and concerns. Club membership open to all currently enrolled UW-Rock County students. For more information contact advisor Nick French at nicholas.french@uwc.edu .

Updated: March 4, 2008