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Actors club is a club that provides a safe space for everyone interested in the performing arts to present their art to peers and the community. This is not limited to just Theatre majors, it is open to any student looking for a place to meet friends, see, and participate in theatre. 

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​This club is dedicated to creating animated shorts in a team environment. Members gain valuable industry skills and experience through practice. We plan to produce a 1-2 minute animated short each year. Each member will use their unique skills to work in collaboration to create the animated short for that year. A variety of skills will be needed to produce a successful animated short, including (but not limited to); 2D/3D animation, background design, script writing, sound design, storyboarding, voice acting, and more! At the end of each year there will be a showcase event to show off the hard work that all of our members put towards creating the animated short!

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The Asian Student Union works to promote Asian cultures by fostering dialogue, enriching SOU campus diversity, and providing a social network for students on campus.

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Student government is a way to be involved to represent your peers and discuss important issues that matter to students at our university. The Associated Students of Southern Oregon University is an organization on campus that any student is welcome to apply to where they can be a part of the decision making for our university. ASSOU is committed to making students’ lives better through social organizing, legislative advocacy, and voter registration. You can learn more about your Student Government here: https://studentlife.sou.edu/assou/

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Athletes in Action is a community to help you grow as an athlete in many ways. We speak on physical, mental and spiritual growth. The goal of this organization is to be with like minded people when trying to pursue your growth in faith. We have dinner every tuesday night followed by a bible study session. During this time we are able to really speak our minds and listen and value what others have to say. 

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Education - Connection - Exploration
Students of all majors and backgrounds welcome!
We connect students with each other and professors in the biology department that can provide a new perspective to academic and career goals in biology. We go on regular outings to build community, appreciate the natural beauty of Ashland, and build in care for mental and physical health into the college experience. Members can gain experience with a diversity of plants from the greenhouse and participate in our seasonal overnight trips!

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- Reduced prices at our plant sales
- Priority consideration when planning overnight trips
- Community with likeminded individuals

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To foster an appreciation and interest in local and regional birds.

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The purpose of the Black Student Union is to create a connected space for SOU students, faculty, and staff who are of black ancestry in order to establish a supportive community, share the riches of the Black & African-American experience with our campus community while celebrating the resiliency of black culture as a whole. The club is open to all community members who are willing to learn and embrace the unique relationship of blackness in America.

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The Chemistry Club is open to ALL SOU students regardless of major or department, we hope to create an environment where everyone that enjoys cool science feels welcome!

The SOU Chemistry Club is an affiliate of the American Chemical Society that aims to promote an appreciation of chemistry through demonstrations, volunteer activities, and social gatherings.
We work to improve skills in communicating science to the public through events like Fall into Chemistry, our annual demo show.
Members also build community with others who love science—join us for game nights, tie dying, and more!

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Community service hours, attending events, leadership opportunities, being apart of our demo shows (getting to do experiments).

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The main purpose of the SOU chess club is to provide a space for SOU students & alumni to play chess casually, learn tactics together, and discuss current events in the global chess community. This club is open to players of all skill levels including new players who have never played before, but are interested in learning. Chess has been known to have an intimidating stigmatization surrounding it, which can make prospective players feel overwhelmed or intimidated when learning how to play. The SOU chess club aims to change that commonly held predisposition and to create an environment of friendly sportsmanship, community, and collective growth. Players that are seeking a more competitive atmosphere can also find opportunities to challenge similarly skilled or higher level players in friendly tournaments against fellow members or represent SOU in tournaments that may be held locally, for example.

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The Club Board of Advisors (previously Club Board of Directors) is a student organization that works to help support SOU clubs and organizations by providing trainings, allocating funds, and encouraging groups and individuals to increase their engagement on campus. The Board is composed of a Director, a Club Involvement Advisor, a Peer Involvement Advisors, and an ASSOU Senator.

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Computer Science Club is for all students who are studying Computer Science or who are interested in learning more about it. Our mission and goal is to provide a way for students to connect outside of classes and share our love of all things Computer Science!
Help Getting to CS 206
If you ever get lost on the way to CS 206 you can ask someone at the IT Help Desk (first floor of the CS East building) for help finding the room.

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We're a club that creates a safe space for people who share the same passion for Taylor Swift, allowing swifties to come together and create meaningful relationships with like-minded people.

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Creative Writing Club is a place for horse girls, snake charmers, raven hearts, reality TV lovers, and those resembling writers. It's a place to share words, combine them, create new ones, chew on them only to spit them back up. It's where reality becomes story and story becomes truth. In Creative Writing Club, there are no borders, only ways to destroy them. We not only practice the art of writing, we give it new meaning. We do this through sharing our work, developing routines, exploring form, and putting on readings for all the strange and unusual to enjoy.

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Members gain access to a safe and supportive space for sharing, discussing, and critiquing both their own writing and others' writing. Sharing is always voluntary! Additionally, members can attend a variety of events, including book swaps, open mic nights, zine creation, and guest speaker appearances. Finally, members who are interested in publication will have opportunities to place their work both in the club literary magazine and potentially in other lit mags.

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Cringe Club is a place to express one's true self with all the cringe they embody, talk to fellow freaks, craft together, and have fun! Everyone is welcome to join cringe club, as long as you are committed to being non-judgemental.

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Members gain access to a safe community to be cringe, a place to craft with supplies provided, a master playlist to submit music to and a Discord to talk in.

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The Disabled Student Union is a support system through which disabled and neurodivergent (ND) students may socialize, create community, and advocate for themselves and others. All are welcome to participate in our work and community building!

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Dulcet A Capella is a student-run vocal group focused on promoting community and excellence through the use of the human voice. We strive to create a productive and therapeutic environment for our members and to put on joyous and touching shows for the community at and around Southern Oregon University. Club goals this year include solidifying and expanding our repertoire, small-scale performances, and possibly recording some pieces!

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We are a Christian club that's affiliated with Living Hope Church in Medford, OR. We love to have a ton of fun. We like Spikeball, volleyball, hiking, and watching movies! Our Monday meetings involve a hybrid of a worship service and a Bible Study. Everyone is welcomed to join us! We are here to walk with you in life and share the hope we have in Christ.

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A social space for English majors, minors, and friends to connect through open-ended and wide-ranging conversation on English and all that the field encompasses. We also do a lot of jigsaw puzzles. Expect discussions of literature, society, and humanity in general.

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Event Planning Involvement Committee (EPIC) is the student programming board at SOU. We enhance the campus community by providing entertaining, educational, and socially engaging opportunities. EPIC celebrates traditions, promotes diversity, and works with other student organizations to increase the health and happiness of SOU.
Some EP!C Events Include...
Glow Golf
Matcha Boba Night
Movie Nights
Glowfest
Casino Night
Speakers: Laverne Cox, Cornel West, Gretchen Rubin, Wesley Hamilton
S'mores in the Courtyard
Karaoke

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Aloha! Our club mission is to be a support system for students from Hawai'i on their transition to Southern Oregon University. We also educate the campus and community of not just the Polynesian cultures, but the many cultures that now exist on the Hawaiian Islands.

Our club is open to the entire SOU Campus Community & we invite everyone to participate.

Spreading diversity with aloha since 1996.

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The Holistic Teaching and Learning Club (HTL-Club) at Southern Oregon University is a teaching and learning professional development group serving a variety of stakeholders in the education sector. Our club is dedicated to developing a better understanding of holistic education, quality teaching, education policy, and more through hands-on events and community building. With partnerships with the SOU School of Education, the Center for Holistic Education, Oregon Education Association and the National Education Association, our club actively seeks to create a safe and brave space for people to gather, connect, and learn.

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This is the Hospitality and Tourism Management Club at Southern Oregon University. This club aims to give students an opportunity to learn about the hospitality industry. The hospitality industry has a wide variety of opportunities to learn about food and drink services, event planning, loading services, theme park management, travel services, tourism, restaurant service, bar service, and so much more! We plan our events and learning opportunities around what our students are interested in and how we can progress their career opportunities.

The club also volunteers at local events such as the Oregon Wine Festival, the Cheese Festival, and the Oregon Chocolate Festival. These events and our other many fundraising events allow us to fund and plan yearly trips to explore behind the scenes at some hospitality industries that allow us to visit them. We are excited to continue this club for students who desire to be adventurous and learn a new skill!

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Skill development
Connections and relationships
Exploration and adventure (Travel)
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Having fun!

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Hi Everyone! Welcome to the International Student Association (ISA). This club is a warm and welcoming place for students to gather and share about culture, cultural experiences and to learn more about others. Our goal is to share our incredibly diverse cultures and backgrounds with SOU students, faculty/staff and local community members. We love to discuss, share and do fun activities as a group.

Typically you will find a mixture of domestic and international students. If you are interested in studying abroad or have just returned, this club is a great way to stay connected. The one thing we all have in common is WANDERLUST! So if you are interested in traveling, sharing or just listening to others share about their culture please join us!

Some of the fun activities the club has done in previous years is a fall camping trip, pumpkin carving, international dinner, movie nights, ice skating and a coast trip. We look forward to meeting you!

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Connecting with current exchange students
Learning how to Study Abroad
Learning about different cultures
Participating in events with transportation included
Finding new friend groups

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Latino Student Union is dedicated to empowering, uniting, and celebrating the diverse Latino community at our university. We strive to foster cultural awareness, promote academic excellence, and advocate for the interests of Latino students while creating a welcoming space for all.

We are committed to creating a vibrant, inclusive community where Latino students can embrace their heritage, share their experiences, and thrive academically and personally. Through cultural events, educational programs, community service, and advocacy, we aim to enrich the university experience for all students while amplifying Latino voices and perspectives.

Send an email if you have questions, comments, or concerns

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- Ability to attend special events
- Service hours
- Latinx Graduation
- Gain cultural awareness

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Magic: The Gathering Club is here to welcome students who share an interest in Magic, the first collectible card game. We are here mainly to give Magic players the opportunity to enjoy this game together. We welcome SOU students who are part of the Magic community or wish to learn more about the game. Our club plans to hold events known as drafts where members can build decks and win cards. We also have a Discord server through which members can talk about the latest Magic news and organize remote or online play. We aim to encourage fun, skill, and good sportsmanship. Our goal is to help students find friends to play Magic the Gathering with so that they can continue to enjoy this hobby. Join our Discord for more information: https://discord.gg/9nzVs8tTkf

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The Medieval Arts Club dedicates itself to the learning and physical practices that were common in the renaissance and medieval times. We focus primarily on teaching, discovering, and practicing medieval swordplay, which is accomplished by giving students and non-students a chance to learn and practice fighting styles from skilled instructors. The Medieval Arts Club also has a strong foundation in the arts not associated with swordplay; we have people who enjoy costuming, calligraphy, scrollwork, and much more. We are dedicated to teaching and exploring history in a hands-on fun way. So come on down and stab your friends! Consensual stabbing only, please.

Note: The Medieval Arts Club does provide basic armor and weaponry.

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The Native American Student Union (NASU) at Southern Oregon University (SOU) assists American Indian, Alaskan Natives, and Indigenous Peoples in maintaining cultural values while pursuing their educational goals. NASU emphasizes the support of, the safety of, and the educational success of the Native American community. The NASU organization seeks to treat all people fairly and equally within the organization as well as within the community. Diversity is respected within the Native community as well as outside of it.

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Joining the Native American Student Union (NASU) at Southern Oregon University offers many benefits. As a member, you'll be part of a supportive community that celebrates and honors Native American heritage and culture. You'll have opportunities to participate in cultural events, educational workshops, and social gatherings that foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of Native American traditions.
Additionally, NASU provides a platform for advocacy on issues affecting Indigenous peoples, both within the university and in the broader community. It's a place to connect with peers, find mentorship, and access resources tailored to the needs of Native American students. By joining NASU, you're not just becoming part of an organization; you're becoming part of a family that supports your academic journey and personal growth.