RECOGNIZED ORGANIZATIONS FOR 2006-2007
Aids Prevention & Awareness (APAC)
To provide knowledge of the AIDS epidemic. The organization will serve as a social & educational resource for all students with an emphasis on raising awareness and prevention issues of AIDS.
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AGAPE
AGAPE seeks knowledge and experience in the love of GOD as told in the Bible and to share that love with gentleness and respect to SUNY Cortland and the outlying community.
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Alliance of Physical Education Majors (APEM)
Promotes physical education as a vital discipline paramount to the total development of healthy individuals by focusing on increasing knowledge, attitude and professionalism of students in the major. Actively plans and delivers programs in the physical education field and provides guidance and links between majors and state and national professional organizations. P.E. Majors Club helps provide networks between students and physical education professionals in the field, provides vital information workshops, conferences and encourages attendance for professional growth.
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Art Exhibition Association (AEA)
To promote the involvement and activities concerning the Cortland Art Community, such as films, speakers, workshops, exhibitions and other related activities.
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Athletic Trainers Association
To initiate and promote an interest in the Athletic Training profession and to establish a professional code of ethics with regard to athletic training.
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Art Exhibition Association (AEA)
To promote the involvement and activities concerning the Cortland Art Community, such as films, speakers, workshops, exhibitions and other related activities.
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Athletic Trainers Association
To initiate and promote an interest in the Athletic Training profession and to establish a professional code of ethics with regard to athletic training.
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BACCHUS
The purpose of BACCHUS (Boosting Alcohol Conscientious Concerning the Health of University Students) is to educate the college community regarding the needs and problems associated with the use and abuse of alcohol and other drugs. To advocate alternative choices using alcohol and other drugs for promotion of a healthier lifestyle. To encourage students to play an active role in supporting their peers to develop responsible habits and attitudes regarding alcohol related issues.
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Biology Club
To make available for interested students, opportunities of education and social growth through experiences in the biological fields. Also, to foster a spirit of pride in biology, and to help students become aware of the responsibilities and challenges of the modern biologist.
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Black Student Union (BSU)
BSU is an organization designed to help promote cultural diversity and awareness through educational and social programming and communication.
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Brothers and Sisters in Christ (B.A.S.I.C.)
An organization to provide a time for fellowship for Christian students.
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Caribbean Student Association (CSA)
This organization will provide a setting for students from various Caribbean ancestry and others with an environment conducive to their needs. This organization would serve as a social, educational and support service for all students with an emphasis on educating students on the Caribbean history and culture. All faculty, staff, and students, regardless of background, are encouraged to attend and participate in the club’s meetings and functions.
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Chemistry Club
To foster interest in chemistry and provide learning to students who demonstrate an interest in the chemistry field.
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Chiropractic Club
Is an organization designed to increase understanding and interest in the field of Chiropractics. To foster a better understanding of various philosophies and establish information related to different Chiropractic disciplines and colleges.
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Circle K
Circle K International is the world’s largest collegiate organization dedicated to service and leadership development with more than 500 clubs in nine countries. The organization provides constructive opportunities for students to become involved on their campuses and communities through service work to others in need.
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Colleges Against Cancer
Colleges Against Cancer is a national collaboration of college students, faculty and staff dedicated to fighting cancer, volunteering for the American Cancer Society, and improving college communities by instating and supporting programs of the American Cancer Society.
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College Singers
College Singers fosters the growth of personal musical ability and choral musicianship and promotes the expansion of musical appreciation in SUNY Cortland and the greater community.
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Cortland Against All Rape (CAAR)
Cortland Against All Rape is an organization that is dedicated to raising awareness levels throughout the Cortland College and local community concerning rape and related issues. The clothesline project and Take Back the Night March are examples of programs brought to Cortland by CAAR.
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Cortland College Recreation Association (CCRA)
Dedicated to providing fun, recreation opportunities for students and faculty. This club provides its members with the opportunity to enrich their lives through outdoor and indoor recreation. Not only do students gain experiences and memories, but friendships as well. CCRA places emphasis on the importance of the environment, as well as characteristics such as trust, compassion, play, and the quality of one’s life.
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Cortland College Republicans
To develop and coordinate activities to recruit and unite students who are members of the Republican Party and in doing so provide a voice for Republicans at SUNY Cortland.
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Cortland State Television (CSTV)
CSTV provides and educational experience in the filed of television broadcasting on campus. The club provides quality programming for the students and faculty of Cortland.
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Dragon Chronicle
A student run newspaper whose sole purpose is to keep the campus and community informed about news on campus. It is also an opportunity to gain experience in the journalism field and in all facets of publishing a newspaper.
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Economics
To create awareness of economics, business and management among students.
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Education Club
Hold programs and lectures and workshops to enhance the educational career. Programs are held for the community and the students to try to relate to the everyday occurances that one must face.
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English Club
The purpose of the English Club is to provide a place where English, English Education and Professional writing majors can get together to meet outside the classroom to share written work, ideas and opinions.
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Geology Club
To stimulate and develop further interest in geology and the earth sciences.
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Global Ambassadors Club
A link between the American students and students from other countries. International students are exposed to various aspects of American life through travel, activities and various programs sponsored by the club.
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Gospel Choir
To recognize the contribution of Black American Music, Folk, Negro spirituals, with traditional and contemporary Gospel to the American music tradition and American Culture; and to share this cultural tradition with Cortland College and the larger community through the presentation of concerts, festivals, workshops and participation in other events that recognize and emphasize both traditional and contemporary gospel music.
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Graduate Student Council (GSC)
This organization is a representative body of students and faculty serving graduate students at SUNY Cortland. We are committed to strengthening the graduate experience at Cortland, for both present and future students. The Council is a forum for addressing graduate student concerns and will represent the graduate student interest in the Student Government Office.
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Habitat for Humanity
An organization designed to build affordable housing in partnership with those in need of adequate shelter, to educate the campus and local community about affordable housing issues and the work of Habitat for Humanity.
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HILLEL
To promote Jewish culture and awareness through educational and social means. Speakers, films, discussions and activities are open for everyone to enjoy.
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History Club
Designed to promote history awareness throughout the Cortland campus. This is done through lectures, special events, field trips, movies, and social functions.
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La Familia Latina (LFL)
La Familia Latina is a Latino based organization focused on empowering our people for the seventh generation. With the help of our creator and our ancestors, we are trying to revitalize our traditional cultural values.
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M.O.V.E. (Men of Values and Excellence)
A men’s multicultural organization that instills brotherhood, scholarship, addresses the retention rate of male students on campus, and volunteer at local Cortland County charities and entities like the YMCA and neighborhood elementary schools. We also provide an environment to turn young boys into male leaders of tomorrow.
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Model UN
The organization has been established to develop and maintain a learning environment geared towards the advancement of global issues. It will challenge college students to actively participate in all matters surrounding world politics and international integration. The Model UN provides a sound foundation for a future international career.
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Newman Club
Provide fellowship for Catholic students on the SUNY Cortland Campus.
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Non-Traditional Student Organization
To assist in academic, economic and social readjustment of non-traditional students on campus. The club also promotes an awareness of the growing vital part that these students play in the college community today.
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Otaku Otaku
Otaku Otaku’s purpose is to teach about Japanese Culture, specifically through, but not limited to, uses of the visual media.
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Physics and Engineering Club
To provide students interested in physics with a chance to develop knowledge, competence, and enthusiasm essential to the advancement of physics.
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Political Science Club
Where all those interested in Political Science can meet and discuss important issues, hear speakers, take field trips to locations of interest, and hold symposiums for topics pertinent to the Political Science field.
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Planet of Women for Equality and Respect (POWER)
POWER is an organization of dedicated women and men, united in an ongoing plight that brings awareness to the issues surrounding feminism and the relative positioning of women worldwide. POWER exists not only to educate, but also to empower individuals and foster group agency.
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Psychology Club
To further students’ interests in psychology through lectures, meetings, movies and field trips. Students also receive a chance to meet with professors through faculty-student events and activities. Peer advisement sessions are also set up to guide students, assist with their schedules, and find tutors for them if needed.
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Rainbow Alliance
RAINBOW ALLIANCE is an organization where students can meet and support each other, as well as educate the community at large regarding gay, lesbian, and bisexual issues. Members of RAINBOW ALLIANCE are students of gay, lesbian, bisexual alliance who wish to pursue a more tolerant and sensitive environment on the Cortland campus.
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Social Philosophy Club
To create a forum for the discussion of philosophical ideas, current world events and their philosophical context and repercussions. To expand our knowledge by examining a diverse variety of philosophies. To apply philosophical knowledge for the benefit of our college and civic communities through activism and community service.
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Spanish Club
The purpose of this club is to provide all SUNY Cortland students with an interest in the Spanish language an opportunity for fun, relaxed language practice and study. This organization would serve as a social, educational and insightful experience for all those desiring to improve in any and all areas of Spanish.
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Speak Magazine
The purpose of this club is to create a magazine that all students can relate to. Bring different cultures together on campus, helping to understand various perspectives on issues such as sex, relationships, peer pressure, societal standards and how to deal with stress. The magazine will include sections such as sports, politics, fashion and open ended questions that can be answered by students.
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Special Education Club
The goal of this organization is to promote knowledge of exceptionality and help in making the college and community more aware of people with disabilities. We do this through many different activities including movie nights, lectures and mixers with the community. Our club is open to all students as well as faculty and community.
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Speech and Hearing
To broaden the views of all speech and hearing majors, in terms of career and educational opportunities, and to stimulate interest in improving the Speech and Hearing major curriculum.
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Sport Management Association
The purpose of the organizations shall be to provide a forum for sport management students for the exchange of ideas, to promote field of sports management, and to advance the professional interests of its members.
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SUNY Cortland Emergency Squad (SCES)
A student originated, student run, campus based response team for emergency aid. To date the squad has 45 active members. Most all are certified in CPR and have some type of first aid training. Fifteen members are state certified Emergency Medical Technicians.
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Student Activities Board (SAB)
The major programming organization for SGA. SAB is responsible for programming educational, recreational and social activities for the Cortland College Campus. This organization is comprised of students who are dedicated to providing high quality activities and entertainment.
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Student Alumni Association (SAA)
This club improves student awareness of the Alumni Association and to better promote positive interruption between students and alumni. This type of activity also can help prepare current students.
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Student Government Association (SGA)
SGA provides an organization of self government to both represent and respond to the students of Cortland’s college community. The student association consists of two branches, the Executive Board and Student Senate. The purpose of this organization is to defend students’ rights, ensure academic and social freedom and to provide student programs for the betterment of the student body.
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Women of Color
This club focuses on the up-liftment of ethnic women. We intend to achieve this goal by educating ethnic women and others about the historical role Women of Color have played in shaping this and other countries. In addition, we plan on conquering many of the prejudices ethnic women face through workshops, panels, lecturers, and meetings.
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Writers Association
To produce literary publications for the SUNY Cortland community. To promote public readings by community members and published authors.
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WSUC 90.5 FM
A student radio station that informs the college campus and local community through comprehensive radio coverage of campus, local, state, national and international new sports and events. To promote public awareness of current events and activities both on campus and off campus.
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If you are interested in joining any of the organizations, please contact SGA for more information.
Phone: 607-753-4816
Fax: 607-753-2807
Email us: sga@cortland.edu
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