Student Organizations

The following is a list of student organizations active as of May 2009. For contact information regarding any of these organizations, please visit the Campus & Community Involvement office.
 

Chartered Organizations

These organizations are commissioned by Trinity University to serve specific purposes. These organizations contribute to general goals of the University and benefit or serve relatively large numbers of students. They are eligible to petition the Student Finance Board for funding and are assigned a professional staff member as an advisor.

Association of Student Representatives (ASR) – works for the advancement and development of student interests.

Greek Council of Trinity University – oversees the Greek organizations.

TIGER (Trinity Intra-Group Guidance for Event Resources) Council – provides financial and planning support for campus programming; serves as the central organization for annual campus activities that have become cornerstones of the Trinity experience.

Trinity Diversity Connection (TDC)– promotes cultural diversity, raises awareness of and supports under-represented minorities on campus.

Trinity University Student Ambassadors – acts as spokespeople, tradition-keepers and hosts for the University.

Trinity University Volunteer Action Community (TUVAC) – facilitates students’ giving of time, talent and other resources.

 
Sponsored Organizations

Sponsored organizations are directly related to the purposes and functions of Trinity University and are classified within that category as departmental, honor or professional. In relationship with an academic or administrative department, sponsored student organizations help fulfill the purposes and functions of the related department. Such sponsored student organizations are supervised by faculty or staff of the related department and are subject to the policies of the related departments. Sponsored student organizations are required to have a faculty or staff advisor.

Departmental

American Chemical Society - exposes students to different career options in chemistry, gives to the community through science, fosters student-faculty interaction.

Biology Club - exists for the purpose of furthering the professional and academic growth of its members in the biological sciences.

Chinese Culture Club - seeks to educate the community about Chinese history though festivals and other events of cultural importance.

Korean Student Association – shares the Korean culture with the student body.

Mu Phi Epsilon - provides an outlet to music major/minors for musical talents through community service, performance and campus-wide activities.

Society of Physics Students - encourages and assists students in their development essential to the advancement of physics along with their advanced studies and research.

Trinity Art Collective - unites students seeking involvement with the Trinity Art/Art History Department by providing an open forum for active student dialogue, stimulating art-based discourse to enrich the community, encouraging participation in the real world art community, and establishing post-graduation professional guidance opportunities.

Trinity University Chamber Ensemble (TUCHÉ) - connects music lovers through and for the exploration, preparation and performance of music in small ensembles.

Trinity University Economics Society - provides academic and social support to students interested in economics.

Trinity University Geology Club - shares students' interests in the geosciences, while extending our knowledge to others within the Trinity and San Antonio community.

Trinity University German Club – encourages interest and understanding of German culture, history, arts, and fosters friendly relations between peoples.

Trinity Model United Nations – prepares students to become contributing members of the international community allowing them to become better global citizens.

Trinity University Players (TUPS) - welcomes anyone interested in theatre, drama and fun!

Trinity University Psychology Club - promotes awareness of post-graduate opportunities in psychology, provides a social network for psychology majors and minors, and provides community.

Venga – establishes an environment for cultural enrichment where speaking Spanish is encouraged.

Honor

Alpha Epsilon Delta – recognizes excellence in premedical scholarship, promoted communication between medical and premedical students and educators, uses its resources to benefit the community.

Alpha Lambda Delta - recognizes students who have maintained a 3.5 or higher GPA and are in the top 20% of their class during their first year or term of higher education.

Blue Key - recognizes upperclass students for balanced and all-around excellence in scholarship, leadership and service.

Gamma Sigma Alpha - encourages excellence in scholarship among members of the Greek-letter system and promotes intellectual interaction between Greek-letter students and the academic community.

Golden Key National Honor Society - encourages scholarship, career development, leadership and service.

Kappa Delta Pi - provides professional development opportunities as well as service and social opportunities to Education majors.

Mortar Board - recognizes scholastic ability, outstanding leadership, and dedicated service to Trinity and the community.

National Society of Collegiate Scholars - recognizes first and second year students who rank in the top 20th percentile of their class and have a minimum GPA of 3.4.

Omicron Delta Epsilon – recognizes students who have performed highly in economics courses.

Professional

Alpha Epsilon Delta - recognizes excellence in premedical scholarship, promotes communication between medical and premedical students and educators, uses its resources to benefit the community.

Alpha Kappa Psi - the oldest and largest professional business fraternity in the US, develops principled business leaders through an established alumni network, interview and resume workshops, as well as professional events for the entire Trinity community.

American Medical Student Association - provides opportunities for pre-meds to form a community and to participate in activities to aid with med school admission.

Delta Sigma Pi – a professional business fraternity that provides networking opportunities, alumni connection, professional lectures and leadership training.

Phi Alpha Delta Pre-Law Fraternity - supplements preparation for law school through meaningful and relevant events with PAD alumni and local legal professionals.

Society of Women Engineers – center of information for women in engineering; encouraging women while providing a support system and enhancing professionalism among its members.

Trinity University Collegiate Texas Music Educators - sponsors pre-professional development for Trinity's Music Education students and acts as a link between the Trinity Music Education Program and the San Antonio community and prospective Trinity music students.
 

Registered Organizations

Registered organizations are established by and for Trinity University students to experience co-curricular learning while participating in activities that are of interest to the members of each registered organization. Registered organizations are voluntary association of Trinity students wishing to pursue a common special interest or engage in social activities.

Alpha Phi Omega - provides members with opportunities in leadership, fellowship and service.

Amnesty International - works to put an end to human rights abuses.

Anime FLUX - seeks to enlighten the campus to Japanese and other foreign animation films and series.

Anonymous Writing Society - This organization is for creative writers who want to share their work and give each other feedback. Though writing is a largely solitary activity, it is important for writers to have a community for encouragement and constructive criticism. This is what we hope to achieve.

Asian Sub-Continental Association - tries to encompass the South Asian sub continental region in its group. We have a mixture of Indian and Pakistani events which can also encompass Hindu and Muslim festivals. Our goal is to share traditions, festivals and the culture with the rest of the Trinity community.

Black Student Union - creates a social network for black students and those interested in the culture and to educate the Trinity community about salient historical perspectives and issues that are relevant to black communities.

Catholic Student Group at Trinity University - provides Catholic Mass on Sundays and occasional meetings for people of all faiths to learn about the Catholic Faith.

CHEF - creates a network for people who enjoy cooking.

Chess Club – provides opportunities to socialize and interact with campus community through various types of chess.

Christian Science Organization – provides prayerful support to the Christian Scientists on campus; providing environment for spiritual growth and understanding to those seeking it.

College Democrats at Trinity University - seeks to raise political awareness and involve the community in politics at all levels.

College Republicans at Trinity University – provides support for local Republican candidates and awareness of our issues around campus.

Competitive Gaming League – provides a friendly social environment for competitive gamers in which people can compete.

Filipino Student Association, The - acquaints students with the Filipino culture and promotes ethnic diversity awareness on campus.

Gaelic Cultural Society - enables students interested in Gaelic culture to enjoy a better understanding of the traditions of Scotland, Ireland, and other Gaelic countries.

Hindu Student Union - educates the Trinity community about the Hindu faith and Indian culture through celebrations of religious festivals and other traditional events.

International Club - celebrates the diverse groups of students, faculty and staff on our campus and provides international students, study abroad students and students with international interests an environment to share their experiences.

InterVarsity Christian Fellowship - witnesses for Jesus as Savior and Lord.

Jewish Student Association - provides students, faculty and staff and friends of all Jewish denominations with a community to pass holiday and events, expand on Jewish culture, and engage in dynamic, modern, college-style Jewish life.

Latino Exchange - responds to the needs of an individual or a group as a whole, enriching the community with regard to the Latino/Hispanic culture and traditions and ensuring continuous recruitment, and retention of Latino/Hispanic students.

Loon-E Hip-Hop Dance Crew – enhances the amount of socially diversified events and expression of self through hip-hop dancing.

Muslim Student Association - increases awareness of Islam and holds meetings for the discussion of topics of interest.

Reformed University Fellowship - reaches and equips students for Christ through a weekly large group Bible Study, student-led small groups, and various conferences and service opportunities.

Rotaract Club at Trinity University - provides students with opportunities for professional and leadership development as well as addressing community needs through various service projects.

Secular Humanists of Trinity University - promotes secular thinking, secular morality, and rationalism at Trinity and address issues pertaining to religion as a philosophical, moral, personal, scientific, social, historical and political phenomenon.

Sexual Diversity Alliance - increases awareness of issues regarding sexuality and the societal woes faced by queer people and their allies.

Student Film Society - studies and enjoys cinema not usually seen in theaters.

Students Creating Awareness of the Sikh Faith - introduces and creates awareness of the Sikh tradition and culture to the student body at Trinity University.

Students for the Advancement of Gender Equality – raises awareness of gender issues.

Students Organized for Sustainability – promotes, educates, and inspires a more environmentally conscious student culture.

Swing Bums – provides opportunities to dance and learn swing dancing (and promote social dance in general)

Tiger Bowling – fosters increased awareness, interest, and aptitude for the sport of bowling.

Trinity University Ropers – provides opportunities to dance and learn Country Western dance (and promote social dance in general)

Vietnamese Student Association at Trinity University – creates a social and educational network for these students interested in Vietnamese culture.

Well, The – endeavors to “Go and make disciples of all nations” (Matthew 28:19) beginning with college-age individuals.

 

Greek

Greek organizations refer to our social sororities and fraternities. Membership cannot be held in more than one Greek organization at the collegiate level. These organizations single sex, selective and primarily serve a social purpose.

Sororities

Alpha Chi Lambda

Chi Beta Epsilon

Gamma Chi Delta

Phi Delta Kappa

Sigma Theta Tau

Spurs

Zeta Chi

 

Fraternities

Bengal Lancers

Chi Delta Tau

Iota Chi Rho

Kappa Kappa Delta

Omega Phi

Phi Sigma Chi

Pi Kappa Alpha Colony at Trinity University
 

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