ASCC Clubs & Programs

Clubs - Student Run Groups

Have a passion? We have funds to help you share the love. Start a club today!

Want to find your crew? Check out these current student-run clubs and contact them to find out how you can connect, build leadership skills and have fun!

Programs - Program Director Run Groups

ASCC programs request funds annually through the S&A Fee Committee. These Program Director led groups have pre-planned activities and some may require an audition or try-out to participate. If you’re interested, contact the ASCC Program Director to find out how to get involved.

Non-Discrimination Statement

Student clubs and programs must be open and available to any Clark student  regardless of race, color, national origin, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorable discharged veteran or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal.

Anti-Hazing/Sam's Law

Clark College is committed to and maintains an atmosphere of social and ethical responsibility. It is the College's belief that learning and working occurs in environments where learners, employees, and visitors feel safe, secure, and welcome. Hazing is antithetical to this College’s commitment to maintaining a positive educational environment. The group or organization, regardless of chartered status, has the responsibility to ensure its activities are acceptable under this policy. Participation in hazing activities is against the law. This policy applies to hazing occurring in student organizations, groups, and activity between two or more people who are affiliated with the college regardless of whether it occurs at sanctioned or non-sanctioned events, on- or off-campus and is effective from enrollment to commencement, including breaks in the academic year.  Questions regarding the acceptability of a proposed organization activity should be discussed with the Clark College Office of Care & Conduct. 

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For more information contact: Student Life at studentlife@clark.edu 

 

Clubs and Programs List

A.C.E.S. (Alliance of Counseling Education Students) Club

Contact: Beth Castellani-Kelsay

 acesclubclarkcollege@gmail.com

Advisor: Sarah Blanchette

sblanchette@clark.edu 

Purpose:

We are an alliance of counseling education students. Through our volunteer work, we create valuable networking skills. These skills will carry us throughout our chosen fields of study.

Meetings: Will return after April 8

Activities Programming Board (APB)

 

Contact:  (360) 992-2806

Program Director: Samantha Lelo

slelo@clark.edu

Purpose:

Is to provide free events where students can connect, engage, relax and have fun outside the classroom. Events are open to all students of Clark.

Meetings: Will return after April 8

Activities Programming Board

Check out the college calendar of events for all student events https://www.clark.edu/about/governance/calendars/events.php 

Aerospace & Robotics

 

Contact: (360) 992-2469

Program Director: Sophie Lin & David Reeves

xlin@clark.edu  or   dreeves@clark.edu

Purpose:

This program provides Clark College students robust and rigorous project-based learning experiences for their pursuit of careers in the field of aerospace, robotics, and related industries. This program will support two major international team-based aerospace design/build competitions: one rocket and the other drone based.

Archer Gallery

 

Contact: (360) 992-2246

Program Director: Kendra Larson

klarson@clark.edu 

Purpose:

Archer Gallery serves the students and community of Clark College by exhibiting contemporary art in a not-for-profit educational setting. Archer Gallery exhibits work by national and internationally renowned artists and connects the Clark College community with accessible and diverse perspectives from the contemporary art world.

www.archergallery.space

(ASL) American Sign Language Club

 

Contact: Analyn Rose

a.rose8@students.clark.edu 

Advisor: Becky Engel

bengel@clark.edu 

Purpose:

To connect deaf and hearing ASL users and interested students.

Meetings: Will return after April 8

Athletics

 

Contact: (360) 992-2268

Program Director: Laura Lemasters

llemasters@clark.edu 

Purpose:

The Clark College Athletics Department will enrich the greater community and the lives of student  athletes by instilling in them a lifelong enjoyment of sports and  physical activity.  With a commitment to diversity, integrity, and academic achievement, we provide a competitive and high quality range of sports programs that focus on learning teamwork and on student success.

www.clarkpenguins.com 

Clark Art Talks

 

Contact: (360) 992-2246

Program Director: Kendra Larson

klarson@clark.edu 

Purpose:

Clark Art Talks serves the students and community of Clark College by hosting a monthly art lecture series. Distinguished artists and art scholars from around the country share their experiences related to their art practices and provide unique insights into their varied career paths and artistic techniques.

www.archergallery.space

Clark Games Club

 

Contact: Jace Cooper

j.cooper18@students.clark.edu

Advisor: Victor Morales

vmorales@clark.edu 

Purpose:

Our mission is to bring together all kinds of gaming fans from video games to tabletop games, in one spectacular club! We strive to incorporate both veterans and new players into our community, so that we can have all kinds of players join!.

Meetings: Will return after April 8

Columbia Writers Series

 

Contact: (360) 992-2173

Program Directors: 

Dawn Knopf
dknopf@clark.edu 

Alexis Nelson
anelson@clark.edu

Purpose:

This program hosts professional writers--fiction, non-fiction, poets, playwrights, and screenwriters--to Clark College to  read from and discuss their work. This gives students an opportunity to meet, interact with, and learn from successful writers.

Counseling and Health Center

Contact: (360) 992-2614

Program Director: Megan Jasurda

chc@clark.edu 

Purpose:

This program provides Clark Students with valuable advice, counseling, and treatment for health-related issues.

Counseling & Health Center 

Creative Writing Club

Contact: Braedon Pitman

b.pitman2@students.clark.edu

Advisor: Alexis Nelson

anelson@clark.edu

Purpose:

For students who enjoy and want to create all forms of creative writing.

Meetings: Will return after April 8

CRU Club

 

Contact: Sofiya Turchin

s.turchin@students.clark.edu 

Advisor: Tammy Boyer

tboyer@clark.edu 

Purpose:

We hope to bring people together who want to grow in Christ, as well as those who are curious. Growing together and supporting one another.

Meetings: Will return after April 8

Video Game Dev Club

 

Contact: Melissa Lopez Heredia

mlopezheredia@clark.edu 

Advisor: Mosumi Hazra

mhazra@clark.edu 

Purpose:

The Video Game Dev Club (VGDC) at Clark College aims to provide a comprehensive platform for its members. Our mission is to cultivate resume-building, facilitate networking opportunities, foster learning and experience in computer science and programming, provide avenues for visual and sound design projects, and create an environment conducive to honing essential skills for transfer applications. Beyond technical expertise, our focus extends to developing time management and teamwork skills, enhancing project management abilities, fostering inclusivity, and nurturing a passion for game design.

Meetings: Will return after April 8

Health Information Management Club

 

Contact: Diana Contreras

d.contrerasmedina@students.clark.edu

Advisor: Janine Rieck

jrieck@clark.edu

Purpose:

We hope to provide Health Information Management (HIM) students with more opportunities to hear from and speak with professionals in the industry, practice what they have learned thus far, and organize events to optimize networking within the healthcare industry so they can hopefully have a good experience with seeking employment once they have graduated.

Meetings: Will return after April 8

The Iceberg

 

Contact: (360) 992-2637 or  (360) 992-2924

Program Director: Toby Peterson and Grant Hottle

Director Name
tpeterson@clark.edu

ghottle@clark.edu

Purpose:

An annual anthology of student comics featuring writing and art produced by Clark students and alumni. This program supports student leaders, the creation of the annual publication, and an event to showcase the final production.

Instrumental Music

 

Contact: (360) 992-2188

Program Director: Doug Harris

daharris@clark.edu  

Purpose:

This program provides a quality performance experience for all Clark students who wish to participate. Students have the opportunity to participate in Concert Band and Jazz Band.

Instrumental Music

International Club

 

Contact: Maisy Sibayan

clarkcollegeintstudentclub@gmail.com 

Advisor:  Jody Shulnak

jshulnak@clark.edu 

Purpose:

Our mission is to establish a vibrant club that fosters a sense of belonging and empowerment among individuals from diverse international backgrounds, facilitating the formation of enduring, meaningful connections.

Meetings: Will return after April 8

@clarkinternationalclub

Intramurals

 

Contact: Program Director

Program Director: Brad Hawkins

bhawkins@clark.edu 

Purpose:

This program provides drop in and play formats and events that aim to serve students with recreational opportunities regardless of skill or ability. Opportunities include: basketball, soccer and volleyball.

Intramurals

Japanese Club

 

Contact: Braedon Pitman

jclub.clark@gmail.com

Advisor: Michiyo Okuhara

mokuhara@clark.edu 

Purpose:

To celebrate and share Japanese culture with fellow Clark students.
 

Meetings: Will return after April 8

Korean Culture Club

 

Contact: Melina Doan

Koreanclubatclarkcollege@gmail.com 

Advisor: Kayla Demaray

kdemaray@clark.edu 

Purpose:

To bring awareness of Asian and Korean culture.

Meetings: Will return after April 8

@koreanclub_at_clarkcollege

Model United Nations

 

Contact: (503) 929-0132

Program Director: Joe Cavalli

jcavalli@clark.edu

Purpose:

This program offers students a chance to participate in mock representation and delegations.

Multicultural Student Affairs & Student Identity Groups

 

Contact: (360) 992-2672

Program Director: Rosalba Pitkin

rpitkin@clark.edu

Purpose:

This program focuses on supporting diversity at Clark by providing program support, services, and activities which foster multicultural perspective. A few upcoming events will be the Student of Color Luncheons, Queer Student Luncheons, and Students with Disabilities Luncheons.

Student Identity groups provide opportunities for students to connect and gather with others who share their identities. 

  • Black Student Union
  • Indiginous Peoples
  • Latinx
  • LGBTQIA+
  • Students with Disabilities

Orchestra

Contact: (360) 992-2195

Program Director: Don Appert

 dappert@clark.edu

Purpose:

This program provides students with an opportunity to participate in Orchestra concerts. Participation allows students to increase their musical skills, their knowledge of orchestral repertoire, and their own personal enrichment.

 

Pep Band

 

Contact: (360) 992-2188

Program Director: Doug Harris

daharris@clark.edu

Purpose:

This program provides students with an opportunity to participate in Pep Band and learn more about performance.

Phi Theta Kappa – Student Honor Society

 

Contact: (360) 992-2381 & (360) 992-2382

Program Director: Darci Feider & Heather Leasure

phithetakappa@clark.edu 

/campus-life/student-life/ptk/index.php

Purpose:

Phi Theta Kappa, Clark College’s honor society, recognizes and encourages the academic achievement of two-year college students and provides opportunities for individual growth and development through participation in programming focused on leadership, scholarship, fellowship, and service.

All Clark College students are welcome to join our member meetings and participate in our local events.

Meetings: Coming soon

Philosophy Club

Contact: Jace Cooper

j.cooper18@students.clark.edu

Advisor: Victor Morales

vmorales@clark.edu 

Purpose:

This philosophy's club purpose is to give a space to welcome Clark students to create a community of inspiring philosophy. Our purpose is to provide a space for members to delve into philosophical concepts and to foster critical thinking skills through respectful and open-minded dialogue. Our club meetings will offer opportunities for members to share their own perspectives, hear from others, and engage in lively discussions. We aim to deepen our understanding of the world around us and to explore complex questions related to ethics, politics, and the nature of reality. Whether you are a seasoned philosophy enthusiast or simply curious about philosophical concepts, we invite you to join us and be a part of our community of thinkers.

Meetings: Will return after April 8

Phoenix Art

 

Contact: (360) 992-2639

Program Director: Martha Lewis

mrlewis@clark.edu

Purpose:

A student art publication at Clark College. Original student art is compiled in the annual publication then distributed to students.

SADHA: Students of the American Dental Hygienists’ Association

 

Contact: (360) 992-2158

Program Director:  Kristi Taylor

 ktaylor@clark.edu

Purpose:

SADHA focuses on student professional development and community service through support of social, cultural, educational, and leadership experiences with the college campus, local community, and the National Dental Hygiene Association.

Spanish Club

 

Contact: Lenny Battles

c.battles@students.clark.edu 

Advisor: Felipe Montoya

fmontoya@clark.edu 

Purpose:

Organizing field trips to learn more about the language as well as immersing ourselves in Hispanic culture.

Meetings: Will return after April 8

STEM Nerd Girls

 

Contact:  (360) 992-2354 or (360) 992-2452

Program Directors:  

Tina Barsotti
cbarsotti@clark.edu

Carol Hsu
chsu@clark.edu

Purpose:

This program provides opportunities for diverse learners to achieve their educational goals through the practice of creative problem solving, competitions, and networking opportunities. By providing these opportunities the program encourages students to countinue their path in the STEM field.

Student Ambassadors

 

Contact: (360) 992-2770

Program Director: Amy Tam

atam@clark.edu 

Purpose:

The Student Ambassador program is responsible for outreach to Clark College students through general information.

Student Ambassadors

Student Government (ASCC)

 

Contact: (360) 992-2406

Program Director: Sarah Gruhler

sgruhler@clark.edu

Purpose:

Student Government is the Associated Students of Clark College (ASCC) which acts as a liaison between students, faculty, staff, administration and the community. They are charged with review and implementation of the ASCC Constitution and Bylaws, committee appointments, club promotions and approval, recruitment for student involvement and oversight of the services and activities (S&A) fees.

ASCC Student Government
Student Government Meetings: Will return after April 8
Student Government Budget Meetings:  (as needed when requests are submitted)

Join Zoom Meeting: https://clark-edu.zoom.us/j/87280436118

Meeting ID: 872 8043 6118
Passcode: 705947

College Calendar of Events

The Swift

 

Contact: (360) 992-2173

Program Director: Dawn Knopf

dknopf@clark.edu

Purpose:

A student literary publication at Clark College. Original student literature is compiled in the annual publication then distributed to the students.

Theater 

 

Contact: 360-992-2346

Program Director: Gene Biby

gbiby@clark.edu 

Purpose:

The Theatre program provides Clark students with quality stage productions. 

Theatre Productions

Vocal Music

 

Contact: (360) 992-2245

Program Director:  Jacob Funk

jfunk@clark.edu

Purpose:

The Vocal Music program encompasses the Concert Choir, Women's Choral Ensemble, and Chorale. These groups provide all Clark College students who wish to participate with quality choral music performance experiences.

Vocal Music

Young Americans For Freedom

 

Contact: Haiden Hickey

yaf.clarkcollege@gmail.com 

Club Advisor:  Aaron McPherson

amcpherson@clark.edu 

Purpose:

Our purpose is to help students in their efforts to understand and promote conservatism on campus and in their communities. We also plan to conduct educational activities and provide conservative leadership to affirm certain eternal truths.

Meetings: Will return after April 8