It's easy to get involved and have fun at DelVal. Our students have an active campus life, with something for everyone!

Feel free to explore the following groups; there's one for everyone!

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS

Clubs and organizations offer a great opportunity to meet new people, learn leadership and teamwork skills, and enhance your resume. Groups and clubs also sponsor a number of campus events and activities each semester. Pick a club and get involved! You can also start a new group or club if there are none that meet your interest. For more information on how to join a group or club or start a new one, contact the Student Involvement Office at 215.489.4129

STUDENT GOVERNMENT

Student Government Board - The Student Government Board is the liaison between the students and the administration, and acts as a coordinating unit for all campus groups. Activities include weekly meetings, elections, Winter Semi-Formal, Recognition Ceremony, and/or other activities that are deemed to be appropriate. Membership on the board includes positions elected by the Student Body: President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer, four Class Senate Representatives and representatives of various clubs and organizations. There are also liaisons appointed to the Student Government Board by it's President.

THE FOLLOWING ORGANIZATIONS HAVE REPRESENTATIVES SIT ON THE STUDENT GOVERNMENT BOARD:

A-Day Committee - Each spring, an agricultural and scientific exposition is held on campus sponsored by students! Join this committee and help organize all campus activities held over three days. All clubs are welcome to participate in this extravaganza.

Commuter Student Association - This council plans and provides a number of activities and events specifically for commuter students. This organization also addresses the needs and issues of their fellow commuter students to Student Government and the Student Affairs Office. The CSA and its activities are open to all commuter students.

Halloween Haunting - Students create a haunted house and hayride. Proceeds go to our scholarship fund. All students are encouraged to join the fun and help with set-up and clean-up as well as to participate in the event.

Inter-Club Council - This council provides information and promotes communication between clubs and organizations. The Council monitors club activities and coordinates participation amongst each other. Each year this organization runs the Club and Organization Expos, Pride & Polish, and Homecoming. The council consists of one representative from each recognized club/organization.

Inter-Greek Council - This council governs, provides information, and promotes communication between all Greek Organizations. The council also monitors and coordinates fraternity and sorority activities. The council plans recruitment activities, Greek Week, and provides leadership, professional, multicultural, and member development opportunities. The council consists of an executive board, two representatives from each organization, and a representative from Order of Omega.

Minority Relations Council - The purpose of this council is to govern, monitor and support minority clubs and organizations on campus and to open a line of communication with the Student Government Board about these groups' issues, concerns, and events and activities they sponsor.

Resident Student Association - This association serves as a venue for residential students to make a positive impact in the residence hall community through programming, involvement, and communicating with the Office of Residence Life, Office of Student Affairs, and the Student Government Board.

Student Activities Council - Student generated activities designed to educate and entertain the campus community are the responsibility of this group. Committees include Center Stage, Daytime Programs, Live Entertainment, Marketing, and Special Events. If you like planning and producing events, this is the group for you.

CAMPUS MEDIA

Cornucopia (Yearbook) - Cornucopia is responsible for the creation of the college's annual yearbook. From theme identification to a Senior Ads campaign there are many exciting jobs for yearbook staff. Staff members work on photography of campus events, story writing, layout creation, proofs, and cover design. Cornucopia utilizes Adobe PageMaker and Photoshop along with Cannon Rebel cameras.

Gleaner (Literary Publication) - The Gleaner is an annual literary and artistic journal. It features poetry, short stories, creative nonfiction, drawings, paintings, and photos submitted by our students, faculty, and staff. Students may take "The Gleaner" for credit. If so they become part of the staff, responsible for the selection and layout of the material for the journal.

RamPages (Online Newspaper) - The RamPages is the Delaware Valley College newspaper and is published online. RamPages is run by students that are studying or are interested in mass media. It's an outstanding medium for students who want to write about campus news, sports, culture, or science

WDVC (Radio) - WDVC is the student run radio station at DelVal that hosts student shows and DJs.

INTEREST RELATED

Animal Lifeline - Animal Lifeline is a support organization for rescues, shelters, and municipal groups who advocate for homeless animals everyday. Activities include socializing and caring for dogs at rescues, Spring Break trips to help build, fix and organize shelters, animal training, and much more.

Apiary Society - The study of the science and art of beekeeping! Maintain the Honey House, harvest honey; participate in candle making and educational programs. Open to all!

Drama Club - The DVC Players exist to allow students an avenue for expression. Whether your talents are spoken, sung or written the DVC Players welcome all faculty members, staff, and students to help us make our college community a more diverse and entertaining place.

Equine Club - Helps you to expand your knowledge of horses and horsemanship. Club trips and speakers. Open to all!

FFA - Promotes leadership and citizenship, and encourages better understanding of agricultural careers. We also promote trips, guest speakers, and films. Open to all interested students!

GLTBQ Club - This groups is comprised of gay and straight students and promotes awareness and education of Gay/Lesbian/Bi-sexual/Transgendered/Questioning issues. Events and activities are planned around National Coming Out Day and the Day of Silence as well as many other events. This group is open to all students.

Hillel - A social and cultural group for Jewish students, faculty, and staff. Hillel's mission is to enrich the lives of Jewish undergraduate and graduate students so that they may enrich the Jewish people and the world. Hillel is open to all people to help experience Jewish culture

Intercollegiate Equestrian Team - The Hunt Seat and Stock Seat Equestrian Teams compete in the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association at all levels. We also participate in club activities such as A-Day, Halloween Haunting, and team fundraisers. We promote teamwork, support, and healthy competition in all of out forms.

Inter - Varsity Christian Fellowship - Promotes and strengthens the spiritual life of its members. We are non-denominational and meet on campus throughout the year. Open to all students.

Students for Diversity - Dedicated to the acceptance, understanding, and recognition of diversity. Promotes diversity of race, culture, religion, sexual orientation, gender etc. through educational programs, cultural events, volunteer work, trips, and multicultural forums/lectures. Students for Diversity works to create an inclusive DelVal community and maintain respect and understanding of diversity. OPEN TO ALL STUDENTS!!!

CLUBS - MAJOR/CAREER RELATED

Agronomy - Promotes interest in the fields of Agronomy, Environmental Science, and Turf. We sponsor a Soil Judging team, have fun on A-Day, and have club trips and lectures. Open to all!

Animal Science Society - Explores various fields of veterinary science and helps you acquire greater understanding of animals and their environments. Field trips, speakers! Open to all majors!

Biology Club - Acquaints its members with the latest frontiers of biological science and career opportunities. Go on field trips! Open to all students!

Block and Bridle - Promotes interest in the field of livestock and allied industries. Open to all!

Chemistry Club - Promotes interaction with students who share an interest in chemistry and to provide members with the opportunity to become acquainted with chemists in various professional occupations.

Criminal Justice Club - The purpose of the Criminal Justice Club shall be to bring people together who have a shared interest in the Criminal Justice system. The club will plan, attend, and sponsor educational symposia, guest speakers, job fairs, and the like on various criminal justice issues.

Dairy Society - Promotes interest and participation in Dairy Science. Speakers present various aspects and interests of the dairy industry. Open to all!

Education Club - Promotes peaceful learning in our school. The club sponsors workshops for students and performs work in the schools in the community. Open to all Education Majors!

Floral Society - Expands your knowledge of the floral industry through speakers, field trips, and professional meetings. Open to all!

Food Industry Club - Promotes interest in the food industry by acquainting members about new methods and career opportunities through participation in field trips, club activities, and professional meetings. Open to all!

Fraud Club - Our mission is to promote fraud awareness on campus by providing anti-fraud knowledge and networking opportunities through educational events for students, faculty, and staff. We will endorse ethics training for students to enable them to develop education, research, leadership, and networking skills in the field of fraud examination.

Horticulture Society - Expand your mind! Increase your knowledge of horticulture through club projects, field trips, discussions, and guest speakers. This club serves the College and the surrounding community and all members become participants in the American Society for Horticultural Science Association of the Collegiate Branches. Open to all!

Intercollegiate Judging Team - This group sponsors dairy, livestock, equine, soil, and fruit judging teams which compete in intercollegiate judging contests. Open to all - check it out!

Landscape Nursery Club - Develop your landscaping awareness - help beautify the world using the correct techniques! Seminars, trade shows, guest speakers, field trips, competitions, fund raisers, A-Day, volunteer work with local communities, and participation in the beautification of campus. Open to all!

Positive Awareness of Wildlife and Zoos (PAWZ) - PAWZ is dedicated to improving the welfare of animals in the wild and in captivity through enrichment, volunteer work, and public education. We also provide our members with more opportunities in Zoological and Wildlife work atmospheres by networking with different places, such as the Philadelphia, Lehigh Valley, and Elmwood Park zoos

Project EARTH - Project EARTH's mission is to increase environmental awareness at Delaware Valley College and the surrounding community as well as to decrease the college's environmental impact. This is to be done through members volunteering time and effort to helping in issues such as recycling and composting on campus. EARTH will also bring forth issues of concern to faculty and staff meetings to influence maintenance and overall college sustainability issues.

Psychology Club - This club is for those who are interested in the field of psychology. Guest speakers, trips, and on campus events are arranged to further the field of psychology.

Students In Free Enterprise (SIFE) - Supplements the students' knowledge of business administration and free enterprise. Go on field trips; participate in club projects with the community! Open to all. SIFE promotes members' understanding of and networking in the business world.

Turf Club - Promotes interest in the turf environment, such as golf courses, athletic fields, and other recreational turf facilities. We sponsor various speakers, numerous trips, and many college events. Open to all students.

Wildlife Society - As a student chapter of The Wildlife Society, DVC TWS members actively strive to meet the goals set by The Wildlife Society national organization including; fostering campus and community awareness of wildlife issues, augmenting the educational opportunities for students in natural resources at DVC, preparing members for careers in wildlife biology, conservation, and management, encouraging professionalism and high standards of scholarship, and coordinating with the national organization and other local chapters. The DVC TWS holds chapter meetings on a regular basis, participates in activities and conferences sponsored by other chapters, provides field experience opportunities, and conducts educational programs for the DVC campus and surrounding community.

SPORTS-RELATED/RECREATION CLUBS

Dressage Team - The Dressage Team is part of the Intercollegiate Dressage Association. The Dressage team is dedicated to inspiring and improving riders of all levels to become better dressage riders. The Dressage team is open to all full time students of Delaware Valley College. The Dressage Team practices on Wednesday nights. We have several shows every semester. We also participate in A-Day every year.

Men's Lacrosse - Promotes interest in and knowledge of the sport - and stimulates competition on campus! Games against other college teams are scheduled. Open to all!
Women's Lacrosse - Promotes interest in and knowledge of the sport - and stimulates competition on campus! Open to all! Games against other college teams are scheduled.

Rock Climbing - This promotes the recreational sport of rock climbing and offers a place to practice and hone rock climbing technique. Several off campus trips to indoor facilities and outdoor parks are scheduled throughout the semester. This club is open to students of all skill levels.

Skiing/Snowboarding - Provides a fun and relaxed way to get DVC students together and access different mountains and go to different areas in the Pocono's. Our mission is to allow DVC students opportunities throughout the winter season to participate in skiing and snowboarding at times and costs that are both convenient and affordable.

Sports Management - The Sports Management Club provides students with hands on experience in the community, on campus, and in the sports industry while allowing members to gain field knowledge and networking opportunities.

Ultimate Club - The purpose of the Ultimate Club is to develop a strong community of friends as well as promote an active lifestyle within the confines of Ultimate (also know as the Ultimate Frisbee). Pick up games are held outside on the quad during nice weather. This club and the games are open to all no matter your skill level.

Vaulting Team - The DVC Vaulting team is an organization that focuses on basic gymnastics performed on horse-back. It is a club team so we like to include anyone interested in joining. No prior experience with gymnastics or horses is required. We have two teams, one which performs on the practice barrel and one which performs on the horse. Placement try-outs are usually held within the first month of the fall semester.

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

Association of Information Technology Professionals (AITP) - To advocate and promote better understanding of information processing, the related technology and the essential business role of information processing.

National Agricultural Marketing Association (NAMA) - Educates you in the field of agricultural marketing, product research, finance sales, communication, and public relations. Club meetings, guest speakers, trips. Open to all!

HONOR SOCIETIES

Delta Tau Alpha - ΔΤΑ - A national agriculture honor society open to those who meet the G.P.A. and leadership requirements
SERVICE BASED ORGANIZATIONS

Alpha Phi Omega - ΑΦΩ - This national, coed, service fraternity promotes leadership development, friendship, and service to humanity. APO devotes much of their time to several ongoing community service/development projects.

Habitat for Humanity - Promotes an understanding of poverty and low-income housing. Participate in weekend build with local H4H affiliates (groups). Fundraising throughout both fall and spring semesters for the Alternative Spring Break trip to an out of state H4H affiliate for a week of building houses. Fundraising includes apple picking, restaurant nights, John-a-thon, dorm storms, and the solicitation of donations.

Lions Club - Lions are an international network of 1.3 million men and women in 200 countries and geographic areas who work together to answer the needs that challenge communities around the world. Known for working to end preventable blindness, Lions participate in a vast variety of projects important to their communities. These projects range from cleaning up local parks to providing supplies to victims of natural disasters.