UIndy Student Organizations

More Than 70 Clubs and Growing

You might be hoping to continue an activity you took part in during high school. Or maybe you’re ready to branch out to something completely new to you. Well, you’re sure to find it at UIndy. From common-interest groups and service organizations to academic clubs and honor societies, UIndy has plenty of activities to fit your unique interests.

Academic Organizations

Being involved in an academic organization is great for networking and getting additional experience in your field of study outside the classroom.

• Accounting Club - Educating students about the field of accounting and providing first hand experience of accounting career options
• American Society of Mechanical Engineers - an organization of UIndy mechanical engineers dedicated to working together as well as working with the community
• Athletic Training Student Association - a group for athletic training students and other interested parties to broaden their knowledge and experience of the profession
• Archaeology and Anthropology Interest Club (ARCHAIC) - offers cultural events, community service efforts, field trips, and ongoing programming
• Art Therapy Student Organization - focused on helping students explore the profession of Art Therapy, while providing the UIndy campus with opportunities to engage in creative programming and events
• Association of Black Psychologists-UIndy Student Circle - created for undergraduate and graduate students majoring in psychology or a related field to promote and advance the profession of African/African American Psychology. Membership in this organization is open to all individuals of any race/ethnicity who are interested in engaging in community services activities, networking events, mentorship activities, and gaining academic and career building skills related to psychology and the advancement of Black psychology.
• Mitochondria Biology Club - provides educational, social, academic, service, and recreational programs for the development of students through biology
• Chemistry Club - a fun and educational way to get involved with the Chemistry Department through volunteer work and recreational activities both on and off campus
• Collegiate National Association for Music Education (CNAfME) - dedicated to helping music education majors increase their knowledge and become successful teachers
• Counseling Student Organization - a group of graduate mental health counseling students developing our professional identity, counseling skills, and our role as a social advocate
• Entrepreneurship Club - provides an organization where social impact, innovation, and an entrepreneurial spirit can grow and become the forefront of UIndy
• Eta Sigma Gamma - elevates and promotes the ideals of the health education profession through research, advocacy, and teaching
• Exercise Science Club - a place for students interested in Exercise Science to connect, meet and discuss topics of Exercise Science, while also offering a service component
• Forensics @ UIndy (FOUND) - stimulates interest and education in forensics through activities such as lectures and workshop
• Janus Club - combines the departments of history, political science, and international relations into life outside the classroom. The club focuses on issues that face the present and future, while drawing a foundation on the past
• Marketing Club - a creative group committed to enhancing member's professional toolkit
• Physical Therapy Student Outreach Clinic - created to join together current and prospective physical therapy students who want to help serve those in need in our community by providing physical therapy skills. We want to encourage students that have a passion for physical therapy or serving others to explore those interests.
  
• Pre-Law Student Association - strives to encourage and facilitate a community for students looking to pursue the career of law
• Pre-Physical Therapy Student Organization (PPTSO) - educates students interested in physical therapy and explores the opportunities of the field through guest speakers and demonstrations
• Psychology Student Association - provides cultural, educational, social, academic, and recreational programs related to the field of psychology
• Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) - a professional organization that connects public relations and business students with professionals. It helps network students to be prepared when they graduate
• Show Choir - a club that allows students to balance academics with a musical and lively weekly meeting that brings fun and performance to life on campus. Choir members socialize, sing, and prepare for performances across campus and beyond. If you want to bring your musical passion to life while pursuing your academic goals, then UIndy's Show Choir is for you.
• Sport Business Professionals Association - tasked with helping our UIndy students with achieving goals for their future goals through networking, volunteering, and having hands on experiences in the field.
  
• Social Work Association (SWA) - is a student-run organization that strives to bring current and future Social Workers together in order to be present in the university community
• Sociology Club - a group that is interested in understanding current topics within the field and helping member's grow into professionals
• Student Education Association (SEA) - develops an understanding of the education profession that stimulates the highest ideals of professional ethics, standards, and attitudes
• Student Human Resources Management Club (SHRM) - an outlet for all things Human Resource Management. This club will be a place where students can learn and develop their professional and personal self
• Student Nurse Association (SNA) - provides health care programs and opportunities in the field of nursing
• Student Occupational Therapy Association of the University of Indianapolis - serves to increase the understanding of Occupational Therapy both on campus and in the community by inviting guest speakers to campus, promoting interdisciplinary collaboration, and providing members the opportunity to serve
• University of Indianapolis Music Therapy Organization - dedicated to educating people about music therapy through practical experiences and networking with professionals in the field

Common Interest Organizations

Who needs a friend-finding app when you can just join a club where you already know you have shared interests?

• Active Minds UIndy Chapter - an organization devoted to changing the conversation about mental health. As an organization, we work to raise conversation about matters related to mental health and fight the stigma surrounding mental illness
• Blossoming of Friends - a club for students with and without disabilities to learn an appreciation for each other and create some unique friendships
• Business Professionals of America - way for students to network at the national level and get the experience of a more professional level that they might not experience before they graduate and go into the workforce

• Doctors Without Borders Student Chapter at the University of Indianapolis - raising awareness of DWB projects around the world through events
• FISH International - working to restore the hope and opportunity in the lives of underprivileged children trapped in poverty, human trafficking, and hateful living conditions
• Food Recovery Network - an organization that works with the dining hall to collect leftover food and deliver it to homeless shelters around the Indianapolis area
• Global Language Organization (GLO) - learn about cultures from around the world and immerse yourself in the beautiful diversity we have on campus
• Healing Hounds - provides a peer support network in a non-clinical setting to students with mental health issues and/or addictions to drugs, alcohol, food, gambling, and/or sex
• Her Campus at Indy - is fit for anyone and everyone. Write about whatever you want and be published on the Her Campus site for writing what you love
• Hooks and Needles - a place for students to get together and learn how to knit and crochet to release stress in a welcoming environment
• Literature Appreciation Club - provides the opportunity for students, faculty, and staff to meet and share their love for all things literature. Each semester will feature two popular books to read and discuss as a group, as well as the opportunity to share any other literature that members are currently reading
• Pokemon GO - promoting meaningful interaction and a sense of community, while playing Pokemon Go! 

• Society of Women Engineers - supporting the field of Engineering and the pursuits of women within the career
• Sustainability Club - strives to bring environmental awareness to the university
• Turning Point USA at University of Indianapolis - a group who's mission is to identify, educate, train, and organize students to promote freedom, free markets, and limited government
• University of Indianapolis College Democrats - an organization that works to support progressive ideals, as well as student engagement with politics
• UIndy Film Club - story-telling, lights, camera, action - a group of students interested in film and film production
• UIndy Gamers Club - an all-inclusive club for anyone who likes to play games
• UIndy Racing - provides a place for students to gain access into the world of auto racing, grow their knowledge inside and outside their respective fields of study, provide an avenue into the motorsports field, and appreciate the general interest of auto racing.
• Women in Business - aims to create a space for the students of the University of Indianapolis to learn and grow into the future leaders and business professionals of tomorrow
• Women in Leadership - an organization dedicated to empowering the women of today to focus on a better tomorrow. We encourage and welcome anyone who wants to join us to make a difference on campus and in the community

Cultural Organizations

These organizations are available, whether you want to get together with like people or you’d like to learn about a different culture

• Black Student Association (BSA) - cultivates and encourages high academic, spiritual, and personal advancement, and educates about African-American culture

• Indian Student Association - strives to foster awareness and promote Indian culture amongst the UIndy community through events and activities
• International Student Association - dedicated to spread awareness, understanding, and appreciation towards particular cultures, people, traditions, and values

• Project Regalia - an organization that educates current students about strategies and resources available to succeed in both college and life after matriculation

• Student Organization of Latinos (SOL) - strives to represent Latinx and Hispanic interest and culture at the University of Indianapolis

• UIndy PRIDE - a safe, educational space for students, both in the LGBTQ+ community and allies

Honor societies

Many academic areas have honor societies, open to students earning certain GPAs in their areas of interest.

• Kappa Delta Pi (Education) - honors teacher candidates who have excelled in scholarship, leadership, and service, and provides collaboration and professional development to prepare students for teaching

• Lilly Scholars Network UIndy Chapter - brings together Lilly Scholars on campus to network, engage, and serve

• Mu Phi Epsilon (Music) - a national music society dedicated to fostering a love of music locally, nationally, and internationally through events such as concerts, fundraisers, tutoring labs, and ISO trips

• Sigma Zeta Rho (Math & Science) - provides opportunities for outstanding students in math and the sciences
• UIndy Honors Student Association - building strong social networks to bring people with great ideas together, and complete meaningful projects

Recreational organizations

Ready to get out and have some fun? Then go get active!

• Greyhound Triathlon Club - provides students the opportunity to meet, interact, and compete through the sport of Triathlon
  
• Spartan Race - a group of students and university officers that work together to fund and compete in Spartan race competitions
• UIndy Crimsonettes Dance Team - promotes UIndy spirit on and off campus throughout the season - they perform at all home football and basketball games as well as compete at UDA College Nationals each January

• UIndy Ski and Board Club - open to all students of any ability level. Come shred with us! 
• UIndy Tennis Club - a recreational group that unites around an interest in and love for the sport of tennis

• UIndy Ultimate (Frisbee) - a club that has fun and plays in Ultimate Frisbee tournaments around the Midwest
• UIndy Water Polo - an inclusive and welcoming organization for all levels of water polo players and swimmers