Student Organizations

ESU’s all-campus mixed choir, A Cappella Choir, is the flagship choral ensemble of the university and is open to all undergraduate and graduate students by audition. A Cappella Choir is comprised of singers from all majors. This ensemble provides students with a rigorous and challenging experience of rehearsing and performing choral music at a high artistic level. With a rich regional, national, and international performance history, the ESU A Cappella Choir sings a wide variety of standard choral literature from numerous eras and diverse cultures.

Active Minds at ESU is a branch of a national organization on more than 800 campuses that views mental health as a social justice issue. Our message is that mental health needs to be talked about as easily as physical health. Through campus awareness campaigns, events, advocacy, outreach, we want to bring the discussion about suicide and mental health into the open so that no one struggles alone.

Alpha Sigma Alpha Sorority exists to elevate the influence of women in the world and cultivate friendships among women who are known for their character and concern for others. Epsilon Epsilon chapter has been an active part of Emporia State's campus since 1917, consistently encouraging its members to balance the four aims of development: intellectual, physical, spiritual, and social. We seek to live out Alpha Sigma Alpha's core values in all that we do through membership education, service and giving, personal development, and beyond.

Associated Student Government's purpose it to be the voice of the students, for the students. Emporia State University's Associated Student Government is to provide the means whereby the members of the student body may express themselves effectively through programs in areas which directly affect the general welfare of the student body in any aspect of the university experience in which they choose to participate.

Being a member of ASG allows you to vote on legislation that directly impacts the students you represent, creates spaces to meet with administration around campus, facilitates friendships that will last a lifetime, and, most of all, prompts change. By promoting mutually beneficial cooperation between students, faculty, staff, and administration, ASG is able to further the purposes on which Emporia State University was founded and enhance the student experience.

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The ESU Athletic Training Club is open to all ESU students who share an interest in athletic training.

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Beta Alpha Psi is the International Honors Organization for Financial Information Professionals. Though best known as the accounting honorary fraternity, membership is open to all accounting, finance, and information systems majors who meet the criteria. Our main focuses are networking with professionals and professional growth as individuals. To fulfill this, we use diverse activities and opportunities to grow as professionals throughout the school year.

Beta Beta Beta (TriBeta) is a national honor society for students (especially undergraduates) who are dedicated to their study of the life sciences, which promotes the value of biological scholarship and research for intellectual growth and for extending the boundaries of human understanding of nature.

Equipped to empower, we, The Black Student Union, strive to promote a united front that provides opportunities for education. As one body, we stand as a catalyst, dedicated to creating a multicultural platform for all peoples.

Blue Key Honor Society is a premier honor society that recognizes college upperclassmen at Emporia State upholding excellence in scholarship, leadership, and service. Blue Key Honor Society is responsible for the Hayes Lecture Series and "I <3 ESU Week."

The Caduceus Society is a pre-healthcare organization on campus focused on connecting students interested in the healthcare field. We facilitate two on-campus blood drives each year, host healthcare speakers from various fields, and volunteer with Science/Healthcare related matters. This organization is designed for pre-health majors (pre-med, pre-dental, pre-PT, pre-OT, pre-optometry, pre-chiropractic, nursing, athletic training, etc.) or any student interested in our organization. All students, regardless of major, are welcome to join!

"Chi Alpha Epsilon was formed to recognize the academic achievements of college students in access and scholar programs. Its purposes are to promote continued high academic standards, to foster increased communication among its members, and to honor academic excellence achieved by those students. To be eligible for XAE a student must hold a 3.0 cumulative G.P.A. for two consecutive full-time semesters or 3 or 4 consecutive part-time semesters AND are participants of a higher education opportunity type programs (TRIO). "

Chi Omega is an intergenerational women’s organization forever committed to our founding purposes: Friendship, Personal Integrity, Service to Others, Academic Excellence and Intellectual Pursuits, Community and Campus Involvement, and Personal and Career Development.

Chinese Students and Scholars Association (CSSA) is a voluntary, non-profit organization whose members are students and scholars coming from China. Our association promotes and enhances happiness, harmony and unity among members; foster acquaintance and good fellowship through information, activities and mutual assistance; introduce Chinese culture and facilitate international culture exchange.

Christian Challenge is centered on five core values: Community, Worship, Truth, Outreach, and Service. All are welcome to join our community in growing together in what it means to follow Jesus. Join us every Thursday at 8pm at 2023 W. 12th Ave.

Developing college and university students into a global network of responsible citizens and leaders with a lifelong commitment to service.

Many ESU students devote at least a few hours a week in their already busy schedules to community service. Whether it's serving as a mentor to area youth, building a home, or volunteering at an event, there are many ways you can give back and change the world. Connect with Community Hornets and we'll help you find opportunities locally or nationally to get involved and make a difference!

As Criminal Justice Organization, we aim to improve criminal justice through educational activities, to foster professionalism in law enforcement personnel and agencies and to uphold the excellence of education in the field of criminal justice.

The Didde Catholic Campus Center cultivates a place for community and fellowship among students. Our mission is to walk with others towards Jesus and grow towards what it means to be a follower of Christ. We are striving to guide and form those who wish to encounter the Lord through moral, educational, liturgical and spiritual traditions. Join the Hornet family as we strive to be a light in the darkness and encounter Christ together.

Follow us on Instagram to keep up with events and our Wednesday night community socials.

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The Diversity Ambassadors program gives students from various backgrounds an opportunity to engage in active learning around diversity, equity and inclusion, assist in the planning of cultural heritage months, and be an advocate for the Office of Diversity Student Programs. Our mission is to advocate and educate students on our campus about diversity, equity and inclusion. Some benefits of being an ambassador are community engagement, a focus on personal and professional development, representing the university through various leadership opportunities, and including peer-to-peer diversity training.

Student Ambassadors foster success through personal growth with guidance and a sense of belonging while exemplifying the spirit of service and professional development in support of Emporia State University.

ESU Gaming is an organization that focuses on creating a fun, lighthearted environment for students to play their favorite games together. From hosting campus-wide game nights to friendly competitions, we allow students of all skills to be involved in their community in fun, lighthearted gaming.

The ESU Print Guild specializes in providing the student body and broader Emporia community with workshops, events, and fundraising teaching and incorporating printmaking as well as other mediums.

Text @esuprint to 81010 for remind updates. Meetings are every other Wednesday from 4PM-7PM!

The Student Chapter of the American Library Association (SCALA) at Emporia State University is dedicated to the educational, professional, service, and social enrichment of the students of the School of Library and Information Management (SLIM) program.

The purpose of E-KANS is:

a. To provide a closer bond and a more unified spirit among nursing students and encourage social and professional unity within the department.

b. To insure active participation of students in the governance of the ESU department of nursing.

c. To provide a means of communication between the faculty and student body.

d. To aid in the development of the student into nursing professional.

The Disc Golf Club is a place for students to come together and play disc golf. From people new to the sport to top-level competitors, all are welcome. We run weekly events, with some geared towards improving your game and others just to have fun. If you are interested, let us know, and we would love to see you out at Hornet Hills!

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FBLA Collegiate is the collegiate level of Future Business Leaders of America. FBLA is the oldest and largest student business organization in the world. It builds on communication, leadership, networking, and business skills for the future. You do not have to be a business major to join; all majors are welcome.

The First Generation organization at Emporia State University is committed to building a sense of community among first generation students, faculty, alumni, and staff, and raising awareness of their unique experiences. Through this network, we enhance the academic success, professional growth, and personal development of first generation students at ESU.

The First-Year Mentoring Program provides an opportunity for individual and personalized guidance as first year students navigate Emporia State University. Mentors and mentees are encouraged to meet as regularly as they both feel is best. Mentors are current ESU students who complete a training and then are matched on a rolling basis with incoming new students.

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College is a time to explore who you are, what matters to you, and what value you want to bring to the world! Joining a fraternity or sorority at Emporia State University is about finding your people – the people who will cheer you on and challenge you along the way. Be 'Better in Letters' today!

GIVE encourages students to live a more balanced lifestyle that blends school work with student involvement, while providing a support system to make an ideal experience for personal growth.

The ESU Glass Guild is one of the oldest organizations on campus. Students in the Glass Guild share an interest in blown glass, and work together to create beautiful artwork with this intricate medium!

Our mission is to educate Emporia State University students to make healthy and responsibility choices that affect college students today. Through our educational and social programming and awareness initiatives, we hope to empower Emporia State students to make informed decisions regarding drugs, alcohol, sex, and other decisions that college students face today. GAMMA membership is to open to any Emporia State student involved in Greek life, and we would like to invite you to join us in promoting safe and responsible actions of our peers.

Join Green Club to help keep our campus clean :)

We meet each week by the Starbucks in the Union on Mondays and Tuesdays at 4pm. We take different routes around campus and pick up trash! Gloves are always provided :)

We will have meetings every Mon & Tue unless the temperature is below 60 degrees.

Follow our Instagram (@esugreenclub) for all things Green Club!!

The Bachelor of Science degree in Health & Human Performance offered by Health, Physical Education and Recreation at Emporia State University prepares students for positions in health promotion, strength & conditioning, personal training, public administration and related areas. Graduates take leadership roles in designing, implementing, and evaluating health promotion campaigns in various public and private agencies and institutions at local, state, and national levels. The Health & Human Performance professionals trained in this program gain the knowledge and skills to affect lifestyle choices. Employment opportunities exist in corporate, clinical/medical, not-for-profit organizations, commercial/private settings, and academic institutions.

Hispanic American Leadership Organization (HALO) is an organization where we do events and activities based around Hispanic heritage. Everyone is welcome to join. We help with the celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.

The mission of the Interfraternity Council states: We as fraternity members strive to foster an inclusive community that encourages personal growth while providing unique opportunities to achieve academic success and make lifelong connections.

The Interfraternity Council (IFC) is the body for all Emporia State University social IFC fraternities. IFC works with individual chapters, ESU sororities, and campus administrators to oversee the interests of the IFC community.

Hello, this is the Japanese Association Sakura!

Japanese Association Sakura is a community where people can learn anything about Japan.

Currently, we are having one on one Japanese tutoring service.

Therefore, if you are interested in learning the Japanese language, Japanese culture, or any things related to Japan, please feel free to email "esujasakura@gmail.com".

We are excited to have you all!

KNEA-AE is an organization for aspiring educators who are excited and passionate about positively impacting their future students' lives.

Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Incorporated is a historical black fraternity, founded on January 5,1911. We value education and achievement in our members with each member having to hold a GPA of 2.5 or higher. Must be an Undergraduate of Emporia State University and a full-time student.

Kappa Delta Chi Sorority, Inc. is a Latina-founded, 501 c 7, national sorority that fosters professional development, academics and lifelong learning, and higher education degree attainment; an organization dedicated to community service to institutions of higher education and the community with an emphasis on the Hispanic/Latino population. The purpose of Kappa Delta Chi is to promote the values of Unity, Honesty, Integrity, and Leadership among women at colleges and universities. If you are looking for a non-traditional sorority experience with diverse members, join the strongest Latina-founded sororities in the country.

Kappa Delta Pi is an International Honor Society in Education, and has been on the ESU campus since March 15, 1920. We are the 9th oldest chapter of over 500 worldwide. The purpose of the organization is to recognize outstanding contributions to education; to encourage high professional, intellectual and personal standards; and to plan relevant professional interaction with academic and social issues.

The purpose of Kappa Kappa Psi is to promote the existence and welfare of the college and university bands and to cultivate at large a wholesome respect for their activities and achievements, to honor outstanding band members through privilege of membership extended as a reward for technical achievement and appreciation for the best in music, to stimulate campus leadership and promulgate an uncompromising respect through the medium of the college band for gracious conduct, good taste, and unswerving loyalty, to foster a close relationship between close bands and promote a high average of attainment by the performance of good music and selection of worthwhile projects, and to provide a pleasant and helpful social experience for all engaged in college band work and to cooperate with other musical organizations in any manner consistent with the purposes of the institution at which chapters are located.

Kappa Mu Epsilon is the National Mathematics Honors Society and was founded in 1931. The Emporia State Chapter of KME, the Kansas Beta Chapter, was established in 1934. KME was started to give undergraduate and graduate students the opportunity to collaborate and socialize with others who have an interest in mathematics.

Lambda Pi Eta (LPH) is the National Communication Association’s official honor society at four-year colleges and universities. LPH has more than 500 active chapters at four-year colleges and universities nationwide.

LPH became a part of the National Communication Association in 1988, and the association's official honor society in July 1995. It is a member of the Association of College Honor Societies (ACHS).

LPH represents what Aristotle described in Rhetoric as three ingredients of persuasion: logos (Lambda), meaning logic; pathos (Pi), relating to emotion; and ethos (Eta), defined as character credibility and ethics.

Interested in Learning More? Go here: https://www.natcom.org/student-organizations/lambda-pi-eta

The Lutheran Student Organization is an active student group that offers weekly Bible studies, fellowship, fun events, and monthly home-cooked meals. We are the contact between Lutheran students and their home congregations but we invite all interested students to join.

The Marketing Club is an academic, educational, and social organization for all majors. It is a great way to increase your marketing skills and get involved in the local community. Joining will help you build your resume and increase your contacts through networking.

A collective of men of color that come together for fellowship, character development, and community service. Our goals are to resiliently pursue excellence in every facet of the human experience, serve others, and devote ourselves to leaving the world a better place.

A new RSO on the Emporia State campus. We aim to create an environment open to all students including LGBT and nonbinary students at ESU that feel a normal Greek life environment is not for them. We focus on the phrase "progress not perfection" in order to build an environment of self-improvement while accepting and learning from mistakes.

Multicultural Greek Governing Council (MGGC) is the council for the Multicultural Greek organizations at Emporia State. We strive to share more knowledge of our organizations with our community through service and events. Kappa Delta Chi and Kappa Alpha Psi are currently the only Multicultural Greek organizations on campus.

The purposes of this organization are to make opportunities for professional development available to members; acquaint students with the privileges and responsibilities of the music education profession; provide for its members opportunities to become acquainted with leaders in the music education profession as gained from participation in programs and demonstrations, discussions, and performing groups planned by this organization; provide opportunity for contacts with individual student members of this and other states.

The National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) is a chapter club at Emporia State University. The purpose and goals of NSTA is; to promote excellence and innovation in science teaching and learning for all, to acquaint preservice teachers of science with the support resources available from NSTA, to provide additional opportunities, including professional development, in science education to pre-service teachers, to acquaint preservice teachers of science with others like themselves at their university or college and across the United States and Canada. As an organization, NSTA at Emporia State University takes part in many public service and volunteer opportunities within our community to share our passion for scientific knowledge and inquiry.

The Organization of Biology Graduate Students (OBGS) provides an active voice for graduate students within the School of Science & Math to the university. Additionally, this group provides a cooperative learning and social environment where graduate students can share and learn from each other's experiences.

We are a community of involved women, united by the Fraternity and Sorority Life Community, who are dedicated to the promotion of the core values of leadership, friendship, citizenship, stewardship, and scholarship. We strive to maintain positive relationships between fraternal chapters by providing liaisons among our members to produce role models who work together to maintain excellence.

People Respecting Individuality and Diversity in Education. PRIDE is the recognized student organization for Allies, Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Questioning persons on campus. We accept and respect everybody, regardless of sex, race, religion, orientation, gender, nationality, etc.

Phi Delta Theta established itself under three cardinal principles: Friendship, Sound Learning, and Moral Rectitude. We believe in helping individuals meet their true potential rather than fitting into an ideological mold. This is the foundation of Phi Delta Theta.

The ESU Philosophy Club promotes and celebrates philosophical and critical thought through events such as Socrates Café-style discussions, book clubs, invited speakers, film screenings, field trips, and debates.

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Psi Chi is the national honor society in Psychology, founded in 1929 for the purposes of encouraging, stimulating, and maintaining excellence in scholarship, and advancing the science of psychology.

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Quivira Literary Society is a Creative Writing club that produces ESU’s student literary magazine and much more…

Locally, Sigma Phi Epsilon was founded in 1951. The fraternity operates under the three cardinal principles of Virtue, Diligence, and Brotherly Love. We are a non-hazing fraternity, instead developing our young members into well-rounded men through our Balanced Man Program, which was nationally implemented in 1991.

Sigma Sigma Sigma's Pi chapter is a social sorority that has existed on Emporia State's campus since 1917. Tri Sigma exists to establish among its members a perpetual bond of friendship, to develop in them strong womanly character, and to impress upon them high standards of conduct.

Our five values are Wisdom, Power, Faith, Hope, and Love and our members strive to embody these values in their everyday life. Our National Philanthropies are the Tri Sigma Foundation and March of Dimes, and our Local Philanthropy is the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. We hold multiple events every semester for partnering with these philanthropies.

Any Questions? Contact -

chapterpipresident@gmail.com

Delta Chapter of the Sigma Tau Gamma continues to strive for the highest ideals and principles envisioned by our founding fathers. Delta desires to offer the standard of excellence within the fraternity system. However, at the same time, it is imperative that our chapter be a positive contributing partner in the Greek community of our university.

"Behind every successful woman is a group of other successful women supporting her" Join us in creating a safe space for women, especially women of color to share in their experiences and help each other become successful.

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Student-Athlete Advisor Committee is a group of representatives from each athletic team. They are the liaisons between the Athletic Department and the individual teams. In addition, this group focuses on sportsmanship, community service, and also raises money for the Make-A-Wish Foundation

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The university yearbook, The Sunflower, is produced by student editors, photographers and writers who strive to create a yearbook that reflects our campus and community.

The Sunflower yearbook is a long standing tradition at Emporia State University that chronicles each year's activities, events, and issues.

Email: esuyearbook@gmail.com

The Healthy Relationship & Interpersonal Violence Education (THRIVE) program is committed to creating and promoting a safe and inclusive environment for the Emporia State University community through educational initiatives and outreach.

We are aimed at students interested in forensic sciences. Our goal is to provide members with:
• A solid networking foundation
• Professional development opportunities
• Attend the Midwestern Association of Forensic Scientists (MAFS) Conference
• Bring in experts to discuss their field and give insight to their work life and cases they have been part of
• Service opportunities
• Collect donations on Halloween on Rural St

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The Tech Group is a small group of techs who occasionally frequent the ESU IT department.

The Technology Club is open to all students with majors or minors in Computer Science, Information Systems, and Data Analytics. We focus on preparing students for careers in technology fields by bringing in speakers from various tech careers and positions. We also have meetings with hands on experience with new systems and tools to expand knowledge and increase confidence.

Trauma Informed Educators (TIE) is an organization that is open to all students who are enrolled at Emporia State University. This organization strives to prepare future educators, psychologists, and other pre professional majors in recognizing that all students may potentially experience trauma which in return could affect their educational learning and behavior. The future professional will also recognize their own trauma and the impact that it could have on their future students or clients.

Union Activities Council is a university community group designed to serve as the primary event planning organization on campus - ran entirely by students! The purpose of this organization is to provide a well-rounded program of social, educational, cultural, and recreational activities for all students, faculty, administration, alumni, Emporia State University, and the Emporia community.

United Methodist Campus Ministry is in ministry with the university community. Our goal/purpose is to engage the campus with the ministry of Jesus Christ and to help students grow in their faith during their time at ESU. There are a variety of different activities that we do during the week. On Monday nights there is a free meal open to all ESU students. There is a mid week devotion that drops on our Facebook page. Thursday nights we have our church service called Relevant. Occasionally on Fridays there are FaithLab blogs that people are able to write. There are opportunities to help lead Sunday church services. Typically we go on an alternative spring break trip filled with community service.

Unwind Fiber Crafts Club is a group comprised of people who do all kinds of crafts, like knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, sewing, felting, and more - we welcome anyone whose hobby involves needles and string! We meet to hang out and talk about our crafts with people who understand them and teach them to anyone who would like to learn. We love to use our skills for our community, and we want to build more community among crafters who are often isolated with a pastime that is inclined to solitude.

The WE Club is dedicated to promoting interest and participation in the Health & Physical Education profession but all students are welcome to participate. Our purpose is to share knowledge related to the field, provide fellowship among students and faculty, and raise funds for professional development and conference attendance.

The ESU Wildlife & Fisheries club is open to any students interested in the outdoors through wildlife and/or fisheries related activities. We operate under both a student chapter of The Wildlife Society and student subunit of the American Fisheries Society. Our goal as a club, is to provide members with skills and experiences to enable them to become the next generation of wildlife and fisheries professionals.

We participate in various volunteer activities including prescribed burning, seed collecting, and surveying through entities such as the Kansas Department of Wildlife & Parks and The Nature Conservancy. We engage members in professional development opportunities including certifications, field experience, and networking opportunities.

Meetings are held monthly, and weekly emails are sent with professional development activities such as volunteer opportunities/job announcements.

Contact avanzelf@g.emporia.edu to be added to our email list! Or stop by to check our club poster board located across from the Richard H. Schmidt Museum of Natural History on the lower level in Science Hall.

Our current officers are as follows:
President: Audrey Van Zelfden
Vice President: Meagan Fernandez
Treasurer: Lizzy Murdock
Secretary: Grace Higgins
Advisors: Dr. William Jensen, Dr. Rachel Bowes

Xenos is a Christian student organization passionate about sharing the gospel and encompassing a community that builds up followers of Christ with a high view of God and a high view of the Bible. “Xenos” is a Greek word meaning “stranger” or “alien” and we have adopted this idea on the basis that though we are in this world we are citizens of the Kingdom of Heaven. Come join us for our weekly meeting at our Coffee House the Inner Bean on 1328 Exchange St. Emporia, KS right next to campus, 7pm Wednesday Nights.

Zoiks! is an improv and sketch comedy troupe. It is a student organization focused on the presentation of comedy as entertainment and the development of individuals working in a group environment.

If interested in Zoiks!, contact Logan Trask (ltrask@g.emporia.edu)

Follow our social medias for updates on shows, dates and times.