Descriptions of Student Clubs and Organizations by Affinity Group
Below you will find a description of all of the student organizations on campus (Fall 2005 -Spring 2006) and their web page if available. To find contact information a certain group, please visit the Alphabetical List of Student Clubs & Organizations page.
Our Organizations are listed by Major Campus Organizations and Affinity Groups. An Affinity Group is made up of clubs that receive funding from the Student Senate. They are clubs that are smaller than the major organizations but when thy come together they create something that’s equal to the power of a major organization. To find out more about Affinity Groups, check out the Affinity Group page.
Or, please choose an Affinity Group:
Major Campus Organizations
Below are the major organizations on campus and information on Greek Life. If you are interested in getting involved and making a difference in a big way, get in touch with one of these groups today!
Campus Activities Board - The largest programming board in the University! CAB brings everything from afternoon events to large-scale all day events! This is a fun, exciting, and stimulating group of student leaders that are actively engaged in bringing together this campus with great outside acts and activities. CAB puts together such events as Spring Fest, Spring Ball, Harvest Fest, and many other small and fun programs throughout the year! Visit Web Page
Student Senate - The purpose of the UMass Dartmouth Student Senate is: 1) To promote student rights as delineated in Article III of the Senate Constitution; 2) To provide a forum for the expression of student views and interests; 3) To provide leadership in the areas of cooperation and understanding among the students of this University; 4) To act as the students' liaisons to the UMass Community, the Commonwealth's higher educational system and the government of the Commonwealth; 5) To facilitate student rights, views, and interests by recommending policy to the University, the UMass System, and the government of the Commonwealth; 6) To endeavor to provide adequate funding for programs affecting curricular, extra curricular, and cultural activities; and 7) To coordinate student political life with other student groups and organizations.
Residence Hall Congress - A Congress of elected residents representing each of the halls ranging from food committee to programming, and anything else having to do with the Residence Hall area. This group provides activities on campus aimed at improving the life of on-campus residents. Visit Web Page
Torch - The Torch the student-operated newspaper at UMD; published weekly throughout UMD's academic year. Also available online! Visit Web Page
Scrimshaw Yearbook - The purpose of the Scrimshaw Yearbook staff is to serve to UMass Dartmouth campus and surrounding community by accurately and creatively recording the events and capturing the spirit of the UMD community, especially for the graduating class. Visit Web Page
MASSPIRG & Water Watch - MASSPIRG is a student run nonprofit organization that works on a variety of public interest issues including global warming, hunger & homelessness and textbook affordability. Visit Web Page
WSMU - The primary purpose of WSMU is the operation of the Noncommercial Educational FM Broadcast Station licensed to the Board of Trustees of the University of Massachusetts at Dartmouth. WSMU provides a broadcast service in the forum of entertainment and information programming. WSMU programming meets public interest of the university and surrounding communities. A second purpose of WSMU is to provide a publicly accessible learning environment in with students and other interested individuals may participate in order to gain knowledge and experience in various aspects of radio broadcasting. Visit Web Page
Greek Life - The Greek organizations here at UMass Dartmouth are very active and involved in the community! Check below for more information on these great organizations!
Sororities
Alpha Sigma Tau - Alpha Sigma Tau is a family full of amazing women. We include ladies who are individually full of ambition, creativity, strength, and life. We come together to form one tightly knit sorority that is connected by the heart. AST is more than an extra activity to do on UMass’s campus. It is a way of life throughout your college years, and also after college. The support of your sisters creates a feeling of openness, and ability to be yourself no matter what. It becomes your family away from home, your best friends, the women who hold your happiest memories and, most of all, a sisterhood that lasts forever. AST has been on campus for over five years now. Throughout this short amount of time, Alpha Sigma Tau has learned to grow and develop tremendously in many aspects of the sorority. No matter what you are looking for, whether it is family, good times, friends, academic help, laughter, or support, you can find it in Alpha Sigma Tau.
Delta Pi Omega - Delta Pi Omega is a local sorority at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth that is open to all female students. The sisters of Delta Pi Omega are devoted to trust and honesty as well as the encouragement of personal growth. We also look to create an environment that is conducive to such personal growth where the sisters can support each other and progress together to reach our goals as individuals as well as a sorority. As women leaders, we are dedicated to educating and supporting each other as we face the challenges we encounter on a daily basis but most importantly, it is through the friendships we build that we reach for this common goal.
Phi Sigma Sigma - The Phi Sigma Sigma Sorority, a National Panhellenic member, is a unique organization of women dedicated to academic excellence, community involvement, and philanthropy services. Public relation and fundraising events are also a big part of Phi Sig. The sisters of Phi Sigma Sigma are interested in recruiting women with a good sense of character and a desire to learn and serve in their community. As a nonsectarian society, the sorority embraces diversity as well and the individuality of its members. Becoming a sister of Phi Sigma Sigma means devoting a lifetime to bettering her community as well as advancing in her own personal goals.
Fraternities
Chi Phi - Chi Phi is a fraternity founded nationally in 1824 and locally in 2003. Built on the three principles of Truth, Honesty and Personal Integrity and deeply rooted in ritual; Chi Phi seeks to built better men through lifelong friendships, leadership opportunities, and character development.Phi Kappa Theta - The Kappa Theta Chapter of Phi Kappa Theta was founded three years ago with one main principle in mind: breaking the stereotype of fraternities. We knew that we could combine our social lives, academics, ties with the school and the surrounding community, and our sense of brotherhood and center it all on an atmosphere of mutual respectability. Starting from nothing on April 20th, 2002 we worked our way up to being the largest fraternity on campus. Just recently on October 9th, 2004 we received our charter from our national headquarters making us the only chapter of Phi Kappa Theta to become national in less than two and a half years. We look for gentlemen who share the same ideals as us, and nothing more and nothing less. Check out Phi Kappa Theta for yourself… http://www.umdphikaps.org/ for updated rush events and other information.
Sigma Tau Gamma - Information coming soon! Visit Web Page
Sigma Phi Rho - Information coming soon! Visit Web PageTheta Delta Chi - Information coming soon!
Academics
Honors
Chinese Student and Scholar Association - Chinese Student and Scholar Association (CSSA) is a non-profitable, non-political
organization. Membership is open to all students and scholars on campus. We are aimed to promote social and cultural exchange between the Chinese community and other groups on campus. Serving as a coordinated center, we are organizing sports activities and festival celebration while also providing information, help and services to all our members.
Psi Chi - Psi Chi is a national honors society whose purpose shall be to encourage, stimulate, and maintain excellence in scholarship of the individual members in all fields, particularly in psychology, and to advance the science of psychology.
Eta Kappa Nu - The purpose of Eta Kappa Nu Honors Society is to bring into closer union, those in the profession of Electrical and Computer Engineering who by their attainments in college, have manifested a deep interest and marked ability in their chosen life work. HKN fosters a spirit of liberal culture in the engineering colleges and marks in an outstanding manner those who, as students in Electrical and Computer Engineering, have conferred honor on their Alma Maters by distinguished scholarship, activities, leadership and exemplary character and to aid these students to progress through association with alumni who have attained prominence.
Golden Key - Information coming soon!
Graduate Student Association - Information coming soon!
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College of Arts & Sciences
Economics Association - The University of Massachusetts -Dartmouth Economic Association realizes that it is part of the dynamic institution of the University, and beyond that, the community of southeastern New England. The importance of Economics in shaping the future of both the University and the area cannot be over emphasized. In line with this, the Economic Association aims to provide all economic students and interested individuals with the opportunity to become directly involved in the economic activities of the community and the University outside the classroom. The goals of the Association are not to assist participants with graduation requirements, graduate school council, and work opportunities, but to also promote and interest in Economics among students. The Association aims to provide interested students with activities including films, speakers, field trips, meetings, and a forum for ideas in the field with which to contribute to the advancement of the science.
History Association - Information coming soon!
Literary Society - Information coming soon!
Mathematical Society - The Mathematics Society is a newly formed group to help those students who are interested in math. The Math Society aims to provide opportunities to students that they might not otherwise have. The upper classmen in the Society are there to help the underclassmen. The upperclassmen are there to answer questions about classes they have taken or a problem that the underclassmen might be stuck on. The community setting will provide an environment where students should feel comfortable exploring any mathematical concept that interests them. The students should feel free to work on their own or form groups and develop topics that spark their interest. We hope that some might even feel encouraged to try and get their work published. There will be meetings that anyone can attend. The meetings are notmandatory and there is no membership fee.Political Science Association - It is the intent and purpose of the Political Science Association to inform, communicate, and discuss, between the students and faculty of this university, the political occurrences of our surrounding environment. This includes local, state, notional, and university policies. It is also the hope that the Political Science Association shall keep itself informed on the policies concerning the well fare of every student/faculty/staff at this university. Whenever possible the Political Science Association shall also attempt to inform the general public of the Policies concerning and governing their lives.
Philosophy Association - Information coming soon!
Pre-Med/Pre-Vet Society - Information coming soon!
Temper - University of Massachusetts Dartmouth Annual Literary Review is a student based, faculty supervisor annual publication that is wholly subsidized by the Student Senate. Student Electors are selected by faculty advisors on the basis on their interesting creative writing and literature and their ability to recognize and edit text re grammar, spelling, punctuation and syntax. Submissions are accepted for consideration in poetry, short fiction, drama, and non-fiction prose. Temper is published in May.
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Charlton College of Business
Finance Club - The goal of the Umass Dartmouth Finance Club is to gain a better understanding of what Finance is like in the "real world". This is done through public speakers in the field of Finance, group outings to financial firms as well as visiting the NYSE on Wall St. in New York City. This club is open to students of all majors who are interested in the art of making money!
International Business Association (IBA) - We the members of the International Business Association, in order to stimulate interest and extend the understanding, knowledge and experience of different cultures and international business, propose to provide for students, faculty and the community this organization.
MBA Association - Information coming soon!
Students In Free Enterprise (SIFE) - The
(1) To reinforcing entrepreneurial ideologies and endeavors on our campus and in the surrounding communities;
(2) To fostering leadership, business skills and lasting relationships among its members;
(3) To enhancing networking and learning opportunities through interactions with its advisory board members;
(4) To serving as a bridge between the University and the Southcoast region; and
(5) To continue to increase its membership from diverse backgrounds in order to amplify its educational impact.
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College of Engineering
American Society of Civil Engineers - Information coming soon!
American Society of Mechanical Engineers - The purpose of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) is the advancement and dissemination of the theory and practice of mechanical engineering, the presentation of proper perspective of engineering work and the opportunity to become acquainted with the personnel and activities of the Society as well as to promote a promote a professional consciousness and fellowship.
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) - The purpose of IEEE is the dissemination of knowledge of the theory and practice of all aspects of electrical engineering, computers, electronics, radio, allied branches of engineering or the related arts and sciences, as well as the furtherance of the professional development of members. It is a non-profit, technical, professional association of more than 380,000 individual members in 150 countries. Through its members, IEEE is a leading authority in technical areas ranging from computer engineering, biomedical technology and telecommunications, to electric power, aerospace and consumer electronics, among others.
Society of Manufacturing Engineers - Information coming soon!
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College of Visual and Performing Arts
Anagama Club - Information coming soon!
Art History Club - The Art History Club is open at all students who are interested in art. We watch films, go
on trips to museums and galleries, and have discussions.
Ceramics Club - As a Senate Recognized Organization at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, the Ceramics Club shall be organized to broaden educational access to the ceramic art for the entire university community, and to provide materials and services to member of the Ceramics Club to further develop their opportunities for artistic and professional development. Through lectures, discussions, field trips, slide and film presentations, ceramic exhibitions, and hands-on workshops, club-sponsored activities will broaden and enhance the community’s education on the ceramic arts. This includes and active and occasional field trips to key ceramics-related events. The club will also provide materials and services to students at cost, to aid in their artistic endeavors and professional development.
Communicatus - Communicatus is a school recognized and student run organization that gives UMass Dartmouth Visual Design students the opportunity to learn and gain experiences outside of the classroom. Our activities include visiting design studios, shows, and exhibits, attending lectures by design professionals, and expanding the design resources available to students at the university.
Graphic Design Club - Information coming soon!
Wood Club - The members of the Wood Club wish to expand their knowledge of the aesthetic, cultural, and technical aspects of woodworking and furniture making. Through visiting artists, lectures, workshops, and field trips the students in the club have the opportunity to interact with artists and professionals outside their immediate academic environment. This will provide not only the members of the club with important inspiration but will also assure the rest of the university and community of a vital and active source of energy.
Metals Guild - The purpose of the Metals Guild is to further the aesthetic, cultural, technical, social and aducational aspects of metalsmithing and epressive jewelry. Through visiting artists, lectures and workshops the students will have the oppertunity to interact with artists outside the academic arena. The Guild will acquire unique metalsmithing and art related books, literature, videos and equipment not readily available in the college community. We feel that this will be beneficial to the members of the Guild as well as the general campus population.
Painting Club - As a Senate Recognized Organization at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, the Painting Club shall be brought together in order to provide the entire university community with expanded educational access of the painting media and to provide services, materials, and advisement to further their education for artistic and professional development. Club-organized activities will extend and enhance the community's understanding of the painting media. Specific events include: a visiting artist program, exhibition and sales of student work at club-sponsored events, fieldtrips to major painting exhibitions and lectures, and open critiques.
Gallery 244 - The purpose of this club is to give Graduate CVPA, Design or Fine Art students the experience of operating a gallery and the oppotunity to have a place to show their work.
Photography Club - We, the members of the Photography Club, in order to stimulate interest and understanding of photography, propose to provide for students, faculty and the community a group exhibition of phtotographs by the members and faculty sponsor of our club's Exhibition.
National Art Education Association (NAEA) - The purpose of this chapter shall be to:
Section 1. Provide and effective transition from art education preparation to professional practice
Section 2. Maintain a high standard of quality art education on campus and in the community
Section 3. Gain greater insight and perspective about the teaching of art and the contemporary concepts in art education
Section 4. Sponsor service projects such as speakers, symposia, exhibitions, etc.
Section 5. Promote an exchange of ideas in substantive art education
Section 6. Promote art education and all areas of the visual art as a career choice
Sculpture Club - We the members of the UMass Sculpture Club in order to stimulate and extend the understanding of sculpture, propose to provide for students, faculty and the community the following: visiting artists, contemporary works in the three-dimensional area, lectures, workshops and student exhibitions. This student group is mainly composed of upper-classmen and graduate sculpture majors but is open to members outside the department. Major events include the Annual Outdoor Sculpture Show and AHA! Nights at the New Bedford Star Store campus.
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College of Nursing
National Student Nurses Association (SNA) - The Purpose of this Organization shall be: A. To aid in the preparation of nursing student for the assumption of the responsibilities of registered nurses by fostering membership in professional organizations such as the UMass Dartmouth SNA and the Nation Student Nurses Association. B. To promote professional and social unity among all nursing students at UMass Dartmouth. C. To promote and encourage participation in community affairs and activities toward improving health care and resolving social issues. D. To assume responsibility for contributing to nursing education in order to provide for the highest quality of health care. E. To provide programs representative of the fundamental interest and concerns to nursing students. F. To aid in the development of the whole person, include his/her professional role, his/her responsibility for health care of people in all walks of life.
Social
Anime Club - Information coming soon!
Aviation Club - We, the members of the UMAC/Aviation Club, seek to coordinate the interest and extend the understanding of General Aviation for out student population. In conjunction, we want to provide opportunities of learning for students, faculty, as well as the community through the New Bedford Regional Airport.
Capture the Flag - The purpose of the Capture the Flag Club is to promote fun. physical community activities amoung UMass Student. Our goal is to create a way for the people to make friends and get to know other members of the UMass population who they otherwise would not interact with. Students will have the opportunity to play capture the flag on and possibly off campus. The club will provide a healthy outlet for any stressed or overworked students.
Class Council - Information coming soon!
Class of 2006 - Information coming soon!
Class of 2007 - Information coming soon!
Class of 2008 - Information coming soon!
Enchanted Experience - The mission if the Enchanted Experience program is to connect to new students with returning students at the University of Massachusetts Datmouth. It is intended to connect women on campus and to give them support. Each Fairy Godmother becomes a source of information and encouragement for new students, heling them to become better accustomed to college life.
Hip Hop Union - Information coming soon!
Outing Club - The Outing Club promotes being active and enjoying the outdoors. We do outings off campus such as Indoor Rock Climbing, Snowtubing, WhiteWater Rafting, Skiing, etc. It's a great way to meet other people who like to fun and enjoy outdoor activities. We have about one to two monthly meetings to plan outings and to fundraise as well.
Pastinha Capoeiristas Multicultural Club - Information coming soon!
Rock Climbing Club - Born in November 2005, the Rock Climbing Club looks to promote physical fitness and social networking through the common interest of rock climbing. The purpose of our club is to help network individuals interested in the fun sport. If you are a rock climber, have ever been rock climbing, or have a mild interest in learning what we are about, you are invited to join. We can also be contacted through our Facebook group (UMD Rock Climbing Club).
Roleplaying Association - Information coming soon!
Rugby Club - Information coming soon!
Sailing Club - Information coming soon!
Shotokan Karate - The goal of the Shotokan Karate Club is to introduce students to the Shotokan style of martial arts. Classes will be conducted in a responsible and safe manner and be taught only by qualified Black Belt instructors. Students will benefit by learning self defense, strengthening their inner character, and being a part of a group they will feel welcome in. No experience needed!
Ski and Snowboard Club - The purpose of the Ski & Snowboard Club shall be to develop the interest of member in ski and snowboard activities.
United Brothers and Sisters - The United Brothers and Sisters of the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth defines itself as a student organization established to help ensure the successful representation and matriculation of students of color. The United Brothers and Sisters exists primarily to maintain the academic, political, psychological and social survival of students, faculty and staff of color. The purpose of this organization is to stimulate university interest and understanding of issues affection people of color. We hope to create a strong body of student, faculty and staff that will work together towards the eradication of the oppression which affects people of color.
In order to accomplish this, the United Brothers and Sisters will focus its energies on providing the university with activities which center around the experienced endured by people of color. These activities will help raise the awareness of the university community to the cultural, political and social stuggles of people of color. These activities will also serve to promote unity, dialogue and understanding amoungst constituencies at this insitution.
Women's Rugby - Information coming soon!
CommUNITY
Asian Student Association - As an Asian Student Association, it is their purpose to develop a broad conscious of Asian American community through a commitment of reclaiming our individuality , values, and characteristics as Asians, and/or Asian Americans. Their goal is to promote understanding of Asian cultures through the examination of the histories of colonialism, immigration, and to also define space for Asian Americans in the struggle for Third World Liberation.
Cape Verdean Student Association (CVSA) - The purpose of this association is:
Section1: To introduce the Cape Verdean culture to the UMass Dartmouth community
Section 2: To Provide Cape Verdean students with personal advice in achieving their educationl and cultural goals.
Section 3: To commit to the recuitment of Cape Verdean and other minority students at UMass Dartmouth
Section 4: To collaborate with the Cape Verdean student organizations in other educational institutions
Section 5: To collaborate with other Cape Vedean organizations in the community
Catholic Campus Ministry - Information coming soon!
Catholic Student Organization - The purpose of the Catholic Student Organization is: 1) to foster the spiritual, intellectual and emotional growth of students at UMD who are Catholic or interested in Catholicism; 2) to concern themselves with the Christian perspective of issues both local and national and to make the perspective known through personal example and action; 3) to enhance the personal and spiritual growth of each member of the organization; and 4) to continue growth in the organization itself.
Christian Fellowship - The UMD Christian Fellowship is affiliated with Campus Crusade for Christ International, an interdenominational ministry committed to helping take the gospel of Jesus Christ to all nations. They cooperate with millions of Christians from churches of many denominations and hundreds of other Christian Organizations around the world to help Christians grow in their faith and share the Gospel message with their fellow countrymen. Visit Web Page
Feminist Majority Leadership Alliance - As part of the National Feminist Majority Leadership Alliance, the UMass Dartmouth campus Feminist Majority chapter works in pursuit of feminist ideals: social, political, and economic equality for women and men, girls and boys. We work with proffessors on campus, the local organizations, and feminist students to enhance the femist community by studing, takeing action, and educateing the campus on global, national, local, and campus feminist issues. We invite any and all students to join.
Haitian American Student Association (HASA) - The Haitian American Students Association (HASA) of the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth defines itself as a student organization to help every Hatian student who does not know his or her culture well and to show others our culture. The HASA also exists to support UMass Darmouth in doing activities and community service. The most imporatant thing HASA wants to do is to include every student who is willing to be a part of it.
Hillel - The goals of this group is to stimulate interest and extend the understanding of the Jewish culture. It is a group where Judaism is celebrated through social, educational, and cultural activities. Visit Web Page
Indian Student Association - This purpose of this organization is to promote the friendship between American and Indian Students of this University, to bring together the Indian and American students under exchanged cultural programs and thus improve the mutual understanding between each other, help new students of this university to adjust to its social and academic environment, with emphasis on cultural transition.
Muslim Students Association - The purpose of the MSA is to: 1) Promote and organize religious services for Muslims of UMass Dartmouth and its community; 2) To organize lectures, meetings, and discussions on campus to increase awareness about Islam and its tenets; 3) To increase tolerance and understanding of Islamic views by addressing issues raised by any individual on campus about Islam; 4) To council members and UMD community on various matters of importance in the light of Islam. Visit Web Page
People of African Descent - Information coming soon!
Pride Alliance - The purpose of this organization is to ease the difficulty in accepting an openness regarding gay, lesbian, transgender and questioning students and queer issues, as well as aiding students in personal acceptance of homosexuality. The group will sponsor social, educational, and awareness-oriented functions for the community on issues relevant to queer culture. Visit Web Page
Portuguese Language Club - The goal of the Portuguese Language Club is to provide both activities and a forum where members and non-members may come together to learn about Portuguese-speaking countries and peoples.
Protestant Chaplaincy - Information coming soon!
Student Nurses for Christ - Information coming soon!
United Latino Society - The United Latino Society of the University of Massachusetts defines itself as a student organization that is committed to promoting the various ethnic and cultural experiences of the diverse Latino community of the UMass Dartmouth campus. The ULS will raise the consciousness of the UMass Dartmouth community through the expression of music, art, foods, and poetry. The ULS works closely with other multicultural organizations and offices to support the outreach and increase of the Latino population on campus. The ULS would like to diminish stereotypes, misconceptions, and prejudices that exist on the campus through meetings, discussions, programs, and events.
Current Issues
Big Brothers & Big Sisters - This committee will seek to strengthen the connection between the University and Big Brother/Big Sister of New Bedford. This committee is formed to enrich the lives of shildren in the Greater New Bedford area in all ways possible through the Big Brother/Big Sister program.
Circle K - Circle K is the organization that holds to promise that today's college student becoming tomorrow's leader. It exists to meet the personal needs of the individual collegian through the qualities of leadership, the rewards of service, and the unique spirit of friendship. Circle K's potential lies in its ability to positively influence those in our society who are facing ultimate personal decisions and those who will once day create the vision of mankind for generations to come. Circle K is the embodiment of those qualities necessary to shape the future, realized in the colleges and universities of today.
College Democrats of UMass-Dartmouth - Information coming soon!
College Republican Club - The purpose of this organization is: Section 1. To make known and promote the principles of the Republican Party among college student at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, and the surrounding community. Section 2. To aid in the election of Republican candidates at all levels of government. Section 3. To develop political skills and leadership abilities among Republican students, as perparation for the future service by them to the party and the community.
Habitat for Humanity - The purpose of this organization is: 1) to participate in the construction and renovation of houses in partnership with local affiliates; 2) educate the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth student body and local community about the need for decent, affordable housing and the work of Habitat; and 3) to raise funds for Habitat-related projects, including campus and affiliate projects.
Rotaract - The UMass Dartmouth Rotaract Club, as well as Rotaract clubs all over the world, is organized to promote global peace and international understanding through participation in various service activities. Participation in such activities will help Rotaract members in fostering their leadership and professional skills, as well as provide the opportunity to give for the benefit of the common good. It is also a great way to create networks in the local community to create future job potential, as well as develop a distinguished resume. Visit Web Page
Second Amendment Society - The Second Amendment Society is an official Senate Recognized organization which promotes firearm safety, education, licensing and competition. Each semester, we make available opportunities to attend firearms safety courses, hold competitions at local clubs and provide for a safe, enjoyable forum for students interested in shooting-related activities.
Southcoast Compeer - Information coming soon!
Sustainability Energy Association (SEA) - The UMDSEA (Umass Dartmouth Sustainable Energy Association) is a motivated, progressive group of students who have gotten together to help promote education on a variety of issues and conservation. We are also a community oriented organization looking to support the people around us as well as the world we live in. Some of our members are currently being trained to perform energy audits on low income homes. These will help homeowners learn how they can help themselves both save money and be less wasteful. We have hosted a few trips since our conception including a free tour of a Greenpeace research vessel in Hyannis that was in port to support the Cape wind project and Clean Power Now, as well as a labor union funded trip to a screening of the new movie 'Wallmart: The High Cost of Low Price' in Providence. Throughout this semester and the future we are planning on featuring a few articles in the Torch, as well as informational guest lectures, and potentially an undisclosed campaign. We are constantly looking for new motivated students!
Performing Arts
Dance Team - The purpose of the Dance Team is to further the interests and abilities of experienced dancers in the UMass community. Our goal is to give students an opportunity to continue dancing while in college; to give an outlet to perform and to be part of a group that shares ability and talent in dance. Students will have the opportunity to participate in athletic, social, and competitive opportunities on and off the UMass Dartmouth campus. This team also provides additional school spirit as well as an outlet for those interesting in pursuing dance in college.
20 Cent Fiction - An eccentric and unpredictable student production company specializing in the avant-guard, performing off-beat works as well as original scripts. Sometimes lewd, crude and rude, but always fun and open to all students. Want to get involved in a fun, no pressure group? Stop by our office to learn more about us. Just a bunch of cool kids who like to hang out and have a good time.
Kekeli African Drum and Dance - Information coming soon!
Open Mic Club - Information coming soon!
Pan African Dance Group - The Pan-African dance Group aims to foster awareness for and educate persons about the African and Pan African culture though dance and African fashions.
Theater Company - The mission of the Theater Company is to provide a multifaceted, practical learning environment committed to the promotion of professional caliber theatrical experiences for UMD students and regional members. The Company will strive to provide a social forum that nurtures a variety of theater-related disciplines, including performance, technical design, and theater management, through the production of two plays and two musicals each academic year.
Last Updated On: 3/25/08
