Student Clubs and Organizations
Cultural and Religious Organizations
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Africa in Motion (AIM)
AIM celebrates the rhythm and spirit of African and Latino music through dance, spiritual movement, singing, and poetry. AIM is an ensemble of both men and women who perform on the Utica College campus and in the surrounding area. All students are encouraged to join.
Angelic Voices of Unity (Utica College Gospel Choir)
The choir believes in maintaining a religious atmosphere through song. Students learn to sing together and take opportunities to perform on campus and in the community.The choir provides important exposure to the African-American gospel experience.
Asian Association
The Asian Association is a cultural club formed to increase the awareness of Asian cultures across campus and our local community through involvement in community service, fund raising activities, trips, films, cultural performances and social events.
Black Student Union (BSU)
The Black Student Union is an organization whose purpose is to promote awareness of the African American culture. The organization's function is to help establish diversity and unity throughout the Utica College campus as well as the community. This is done by holding both social and educational events. Everyone is welcome to join, no matter what race, religion, nationality or creed.
Brothers on a New Direction (B.O.N.D.)
B.O.N.D. is an organization of men of all races and nationalities organized to promote awareness and understanding of the cultures, traditions, and history of the African-American people.
The International Students Club
Through social and educational activities, the International Students Club brings together American and foreign students to enhance understanding of different cultures.The club also acts as a support group for newly arrived international students, helping them acclimate to American college life.Membership is open to all students.
The Jewish Student Union
This organization seeks to make the Jewish religion and its cultural values vital and relevant to the Utica College community.
The Latin American Student Union (LASU)
The union serves the interests of Latin American students and educates the College community about the Latin American experience. LASU recruits Latin American students; sponsors speakers, movies, workshops, and cultural activities; and operates a tutoring program for Latin American students.
Le Petit Tour de France (French Club)
This group joins together for the purpose of promoting French language and culture through activities both on the Utica College campus and educational trips and events.
Newman Community
This is the Catholic Church on campus with a chaplain appointed by the Syracuse diocese. Newman provides liturgical worship, cultural and educational activities, human development programs with community involvement, personal counseling preparation, and religious services. The Newman Community has a modern center on campus adjacent to Alumni Hall with facilities for Saturday and Sunday worship, a meditation chapel, a library, and a meeting room. The Newman center is open to all students regardless of their religious affiliation, and it is available to campus organizations for a variety of activities. All students are welcome to be a part of Newman Center programs and participate in its activities.
Prestige
Prestige promotes unity and spirit through step dancing.This club is open to any student interested in performing on the College campus and in the surrounding community, while fostering diversity, equality, and the utmost mutual respect for our peers, faculty and local community members.
Round Hut Association (African Students Association)
This organization brings African students together for mutual understanding and cooperation, to engage in active dialogue on issues of concern, and assist African students who are unaware of the cultures, traditions, and opportunities of UC to be sensitized, informed, and actively involved
Utica College Band
is devoted to the rehearsal and performance of music for band and, as instrumentation permits, for stage band. The group rehearses for three hours per week and presents concerts for the campus community and the public. (Academic credit may be received.)
West Indian Connection
The West Indian Connection provides the Utica College community with exposure to the traditions and customs of the various West Indian cultures through festivals, workshops, and other special events.
Women in a New Direction (W.I.N.D.)
This group aims to promote unity between male and female students on the Utica College campus by working together with B.O.N.D. as brothers and sisters.
Young Believers Christian Fellowship
The mission of Young Believers is to ensure that everyone has a great and intimate relationship with God. Values include intensive prayer, bible discussion, obedience to the word of God, and commitment and dedication to the work of God.
