Academic
Learning more about your major or academic interest, an academic club can offer mentoring, professional networking and special events that you won't find in a classroom.
Advocacy
Passionate about supporting individuals, the environment, and/or the greater good? Get involved in one of these clubs.
Business and Social Sciences
Organizations and clubs relating to the College of Business Humanities and Social Sciences
Engineering and Sciences
Organizations and clubs relating to the Leonard C. Nelson College of Engineering & Sciences
Faith Based
Faith based organizations and clubs
Social/Special Interest
Have a hobby or want to get involved and meet new people? Find a club around it or start your own!
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Student Organizations Resources
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Student Government Association
The Student Government Association consists of students chosen in campus-wide elections held each spring and is the governing body for student organizations on campus.
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Accounting leaders of Tomorrow (ALoT)
President: Makenzie Hollie
Advisor: Dr. Md Amin
Connect: Facebook
The purpose of the organization is to promote academic & professional excellence and to provide an environment for social growth, community awareness, and ethical development among students with interest in accounting & business related fields. We will also strive to involve students in recruitment of future accounting/business students.Meeting Time/Location: LRC 304 from 11:05 AM - Email president for details
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Alpha Phi Omega (APO)
President: Andrew Wright
Advisor: Dr. Kimberlyn Gray; Dana McCorkleAPO is a co-ed national service fraternity with service projects on campus such as Light Up Tech and Math Field Day. We strive to give service to the chapter, campus, community, and nation. Meeting Time/Location: Please email president for details.
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American Chemical Society
President: Karlie PriddyAdvisor: Tarek FarhatConnect: InstagramThe Club's purpose is to support chemistry education and professional development, directly approved by the student council and indirectly by the school site administrator and the governing board of West Virginia University Institute of Technology. As a club we will host chemistry related activities, and get involved in the community through community service.
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American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE)
President: Dakota Dietz
The American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AICHE) is the national merit for chemical engineers giving opportunities to networking with professionals, research and development, and other chemical engineering related activities. AICHE has the ability to connect undergrads, graduate students, faculty and professionals within the chemical engineering and related fields.
Advisor: Sihe Zhang
Connect: FacebookMeeting Time: Every other Tuesdays at 1PM. Please email president for details -
American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
President: Timothy Reynolds
Advisor: Brian DickmanConnect: Facebook,
ASCE is an organization where students can interact with other civil engineering students and help each other. You can make connections with professionals in your field and learn about potential job opportunities. ASCE also offers national competitions for its members to compete in.
Meeting Time: Every other Thursday at 1 PM - Email president for location -
Association for Computing Machinery (ACM)
President: Kaleb Cole
Advisor: Somenath Chakraborty
Connect: National; TwitterThe WVU Tech ACM (Association for Computing Machinery) chapter is a student-led organization affiliated with the esteemed Association for Computing Machinery. Our mission is to cultivate a dynamic community of computer science and technology enthusiasts, offering avenues for skill development, networking, and collaboration. Through engaging workshops, events, and projects, we strive to ignite a deep passion for computing and innovation among our members, equipping them for prosperous careers in the field. Meeting Time/Location: Email President for details
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Astronomy Club
President: Kameron Kodat
Advisor: Taejin Kim
Connect: Twitter
Golden Bear Astronomy is a group that plans and provides activities in which celestial objects, space, and the physical universe as a whole.
Meeting Time/Location: Email President for details
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Biology Club
President: Sydney Feazell
Advisor: Katharine Horton
Biology club aims to provide students to build their resume and earn volunteer hours by serving the community. It is also our goal to help students with common interests to connect with each other.
Meeting Time/Location: Third Wednesday of every month in Innovation G2 - Email President for more details -
Black Student Union
President: Josiah Baker
Advisor: Scott Robertson
Connect: Facebook,The purpose of the Black Student Union (BSU) is to serve and unify all African American students in political and community matters. BSU serves as an outlet for African American students to encourage intellectual and professional growth. Meeting Time/Location: Wednesdays at 5:30 PM in the Benedum Blue Room
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Christian Student Union (CSU)
President: Ethan Stack
Advisor: Garrett Goosman; Anthony Pratt
Connect: FacebookWe are a group of people drawn together to help each other in our faith. We like to share our faith face to face with others. We want to strengthen our walk with Christ, and we are passionate about following God with all of our heart.
Meeting Time/Location: Thursdays at 7 PM in Life Sciences 208. Email president for details
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Climbing Club
President: Ty Smith
Advisor: Dave BernierWe are dedicated to teaching and learning both basic in advanced techniques involved with the sport of rock climbing.Meeting Time: Every Tuesday at 5:30PM. Location split between Tech Adventure House and Outside In on Harper Road. Please contact President for details.
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Collegiate 4-H Club
President: Andrew ZilinskiAdvisor: Barbara Little4-H is a service based organization that helps with county and state 4-H organizations. We also provide service to local charities. Our organization is also a gathering place for members to connect with others and enjoy commaraderie during meetings.Meeting Time/Location: First Monday of each month at 5:30 PM in the SGA Lounge. Contact President for details.
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Commuter Organization
President: Alexus RichmondAdvisor: Michael SheldonConnect: WebsiteThe commuter organization will be a place where the commuter students can be involved. We will go over events on campus at every meeting. And also plan times for the members to meet or go somewhere to bond together.
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Criminal Justice Assocation
President: Jacob Bennett
Advisor: George CorroianThe purpose of the CJC is to help members acquire a broader understanding of how the criminal justice system works, to provide a setting in which members may exchange ideas on issues related to the field of criminal justice, to learn about related career opportunities, to encourage camaraderie amongst its members, and to provide service to the community. These goals will be reached through a variety of methods including, but not limited to, peer mentoring, guest speakers, CJC sponsored tours, discussions, and programs in which presentations by and interviews with criminal justice professionals and students take place, field trips, and by various community service projects.
Meeting Time/Location: Classroom Building 202C - Email President for details
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Culinary Artisans Club
President: Claire Del Signore
Advisor: Devin Noor
Connect: Facebook, InstagramTo provide WVU Tech students with the opportunity to learn more about the culinary process. To provide funding to the WVU Tech Culinary through goods and services, and to teach our community more about the fundamentals of cooking. Meeting Time/Location: 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month at 12:00 PM - Email Presidents for location
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Drama Club
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Faith Community Health Club
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Fellowship of Christian Athletes
President: Wyatt Harmon
Advisor: Lawrence NesselrodtThe mission of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes is “to present to athletes and coaches, and all whom they influence, the challenge and adventure of receiving Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord, serving Him in their relationships and in the fellowship of the church.”
Meeting Date/Time: 7:00 PM, Athletic Hall of Fame House - Email President for details -
First2 Network
President: Kaleb ColeAdvisor: John HirdConnect: InstagramThe WVU Tech First2 Network chapter is a student-led organization dedicated to enhancing the academic success and retention of first-generation, low-income, and under-represented students pursuing STEM degrees. Through a supportive network of faculty, student leaders, and peers, we offer research opportunities, student-belongingness events, and academic support to empower students on their educational journey.
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Forensic Investigation Association
Connect: Facebook, Instagram
The FIA is an organization that is geared towards the fundamentals of forensics and investigative work. This organization also includes community service, fundraising events, and excellent learning experiences.Meeting Times/Location: Every other Thursday from 1PM in the Crime Scene House
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Frisbee Club
President: Adam Mosley
Advisor: Kimberlyn GrayThe goal of this organization is to teach students how to play ultimate frisbee and disc golf. We will Attend tournaments throughout the year and play other teams. We will also register with USAU.
Meeting Time/Location: Wednesdays and practice will be Saturdays from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM.
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Gaming at Tech
President: Dakota Dietz
We are a social club that gathers together on the weekends to play a variety of games ranging from board games to vr games.
Advisor: Dr. JT Hird
Connect: Facebook; InstagramMeeting Time/Location: Thursdays at 5:30 in LRC 322 - Email president for more details
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Gardening and Agricultural Club
President: Lamany KetavongAdvisor: Jay RaymondThe purpose of the Garden Club is to incorporate learning experiences and hands-on opportunities with diverse agricultural methods. Members are given the opportunity to participate in outreach programs that will involve the community through volunteer work, aiding in both the beautification process of the WVU Tech campus and city of Beckley.
Meeting Time/Location: At the Greenhouse behind Innovation when warm. Library during when it is cold - Email president for times.
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HEMA Club
President: Caleb Wickline
Advisor: Patrick Brown
The purpose of this club is to inform, educate, and practice historical European martial arts in a safe, positive environment. The club will explore and practice various historical martial arts techniques such as (but not limited to) Germanic and Italian longsword fencing.
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Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE)
President: Logan Marks
The purpose of IEEE is for electrical engineering and computer science majors to work on exciting projects together to prepare for work in industry. IEEE takes great pride in donating time to the local community and educating the youth of Beckley about electrical engineering and the benefits of WVUIT.
Advisor: Charan Litchfield
Connect: Website, Club EmailMeeting Time/Location: Benedum Center Room 203 every Tuesday at 1PM
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International Student Organization
President: TBA
Advisor: Dan SepionThe International Student Organization exists to create community engagement opportunities for our international students and our entire Tech community. In addition, ISO helps our international students acclimate to campus and provides support and programming for them.
Meeting Time/Location: TBD
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Judging Books By The Covers
President: Mary LewisAdvisor: Lauren FowlerWe want to read books and then discuss them as fun activity that encourages people to read and have fun yet still relax and chill while reading a book.
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Ping Pong Club
President: Logan Marks
The purpose of the WVU Tech Ping Pong shall be to encourage student interest in Ping Pong. The WVU Tech Ping Pong will provide information and experience in playing Ping Pong.
Advisor: Ranjith MunasingheMeeting Time/Location: LRC 324 every Friday and Wednesday at 4:00 PM
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Pre-Health Professions Club
President: Teyha SmithAdvisor: Aida Jimenez-EsquilinConnect: FacebookThe pre-health professions club is an organization to help students on their path to medicine. It's a club set up to get students involved in the community and obtain healthcare experiences.
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Psychology Club/Psi Chi
President: Alyssa Volpe
Advisor: Dr. Cynthia Hall
Connect: FacebookThe purpose of the WVUIT Psychology Club is to provide opportunities for students to develop career competencies and skills as well as offer a deepened exposure to the various fields of psychology. The Psychology Club is a central component to the Psychology program at WVUIT and also allows members to acquire a sense of civic and personal responsibility to both the community and themselves. Meeting Time/Location: Every other Tuesday at 12:30 PM - Please email president for more details
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SAE Aero Design
President: Caden Kaiser
Advisor: Dr. Winnie FuWe are the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) Aerospace Design. We design, build, and compete in the SAE Aero Design completions in Florida, Texas, and California.
Meeting Time/Location: Wednesdays at 5PM in E-Labs 118
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SAE Baja at WVU Tech
President: Thomas Loescher
Advisor: Dr. Winnie Fu
Connect: Facebook, Website, NationalWe are the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) Aerospace Design. We design, build, and compete in the SAE Aero Design completions in Florida, Texas, and California.
Meeting Time/Location: Every Saturday from 10AM to 3PM in E-Labs, possibly once or twice a week when needed - Email president for more details
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Skateboarding Club
President: Jacob HigginsAdvisor: Katie MorrisConnect: InstagramWe are club that holds skating events and meet ups that will be in various locations on and off campus. We are a low maintenance club that enjoys the pleasures of skate boarding at parks and street skating. Everyone is welcome.
Meeting Time/Location: TBA - Please contact president for details -
Ski Club
President: Chad BoothAdvisor: Dave BernierConnect: Intagram - @wvutech_ski_clubTo group students who love winter sports together to build community. Our club brings people together over a common passionMeeting Time/Location: Please contact president for information -
Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)
President: Matthew Aliff
SHRM, the Society for Human Resource Management, creates better workplaces where employers and employees thrive together. As the voice of all things work, workers and the workplace, SHRM is the foremost expert, convener and thought leader on issues impacting today's evolving workplaces." - from the official website of SHRM. We strive to reflect and accomplish all these things at our campus.
Advisor: Marjorie Smith
Connect: National
Meeting Time/Location: TBA for Fall semester - email president for details -
Sola Gratia
President: Julia McClanahanAdvisor: Amber LinvilleSola Gratia (Latin meaning "By Grace Alone") is the college ministry of Daniel's Bible Church. We meet once a week to engage Tech students in the Word of God through Bible studies. We would love to have you come join us for food, fellowship, and study on Sunday evenings!
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Space Club
President: Carmen Camino Falcon
Advisor: Dr. Shafique KhanA club to share our interest in space and participate in a NASA program. This year we will design and assemble an experiment to be sent to space.
Meeting Time/Location: Email President for details
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Student Activities Board (SAB)
Student Activities Board Officers
President – Leah Morris
Vice President – Alexus Richmond
Secretary – Amanda Williams
Treasurer - Sam Miller
Social Media/Marketing - Lindsey GrimesMeeting Time/Location: Meeting time is 1 PM every other Tuesday in Benedum Blue Room
The SAB is part of the educational environment of the colleges. Through its various committees, it provides cultural, social, and recreational programs aiming to make out of classroom activity a cooperative factor with the classroom experience. In all processes it encourages self-directed activity, giving maximum opportunity for self-realization and for growth in individual social competency and group effectiveness. Its goal is the development of the person as well as the intellect.
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Students for Life
President: Kenson HansardAdvisor: Mary StrifeWe are an organization that provides the opportunity for Pro-Life students to actively promote and support the sanctity of the life of the unborn.
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Student Nurses Association
President: Larisa Griffith
Advisor: Mindy HarrisStudent Nurses Association (SNA) is an on-campus organization that allows future nurses to gather together, learn from one another, and complete community service. Being a part of this organization allows nursing students to get involved on campus and make their nursing school experience fun, interesting, and interactive. SNA also participates in many community service events, which allows nursing students to easily obtain their 100 required community service hours.
Meeting Times/Locations: Please email President for details
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Tau Beta Pi
President Shane Griffith
Advisor: Dr. Steve Leftwich, P.E.
Tau Beta Pi is the only engineering honor society representing the entire engineering profession. It is the nation's second-oldest honor society, founded at Lehigh University in 1885 to mark in a fitting manner those who have conferred honor upon their Alma Mater by distinguished scholarship and exemplary character as students in engineering, or by their attainments as alumni in the field of engineering, and to foster a spirit of liberal culture in engineering colleges.
Meeting Time/Location: Please contact president/advisor for details
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Tech Alliance
President: Fayth Laxton
Advisor: Scott Robertson
Connect: Facebook, Instagram
Tech Alliance is WVU Tech’s LGBTQ + student advocacy group on campus. We have a strong focus on diversity and service.Meeting Time/Location: 5PM every other Tuesday in the Benedum Multicultural Center
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Tech Entrepreneurship Club
President: Zachary Reid
Advisor: KyungMoon Kim
Meeting Time/Location: Please email president for details.We support Tech Entrepreneurs.
We host Southern West Virginia Business Pitch Competition.
We host Cultural lounge at Tech.
We work with Lauch Lab and HIVE.
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Weightlifting
President: Cole Williams
Advisor: Emily SandsConnect: Instagram
This club was established to provide a space for new and experienced lifters to learn, grow, and meet other similar minded individuals. We intend to form a more active student body, as well as one more safe in the hobby of weightlifting.
Meeting Time/Location: Please email president for details
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Young Life
President: Nathaniel Carlton
Advisor: Joel Harris; Logan BrownThe purpose of the group is to participate in the Young Life mission of introducing adolescents to Jesus Christ and helping them grow in their faith. This group achieves this purpose by offering a fun, accepting community for all college students to be a part of while exploring or deepening their own Christian faith, providing opportunities for college students to engage in Young Life ministry to local middle school and high school students, and offering activities like weekly small group Bible studies, world class Young Life camping opportunities, and safe spaces of community building relationship opportunities in an effort to positively impact the campus and surrounding community.
Meeting Date/Time: 2:30 PM in the Benedum Blue Room - Email President for details
