Don’t overlook this category of student organizations and interests. From ballroom dance and chess to fishing and political discourse, these organizations have so much to offer! In his book, Hired ‘Right’ Out of College, Garrett Miller encourages college students to be busy with a purpose. These organizations provide you with just such an opportunity. Your pursuit of one of these passions can be relaxing, sharpen your thinking, hone your leadership, and develop a better work ethic and stronger character.
Contact StudentActivities@gcc.edu or connect with the student leader of these organizations.
The purpose of Ballroom Club is to get everyone looking good and having fun on the dance floor.
If you enjoy the tactics and strategy of one of the greatest games conceived, then the Chess Club is for you.
The mission of the College Democrats is to provide a non-conservative alternative for the campus community - “a loyal opposition,” thereby promoting a balance of ideas and a respect for all opinions.
The Grove City College Republicans works closely with the Republican Party, and republican organizations through the state in order to support and promote the party and establish a pipeline of voter support to the party as well. They do this by hosting party events, supporting party campaigns, and advocating on behalf the party on colleges throughout the state.
A sketch/improvisation comedy group that teaches students how to build comedy sketches from scratch in front of a live audience, develop those skills, and to perform these sketches live on campus for the Grove City community.
Fireside Poets is a student-led poetry writing and discussion group that holds weekly meetings during which members appreciate the beauty of existing poetry and work on honing their own skills. All are welcome to attend.
The Fugitives stands upon the agrarian tradition and seek to provide a unique context in which Grove City College students can meet outside of the classroom to further their educations, develop worldviews, and apply their beliefs through action on the world around them. The group furthers its purpose through a variety of activities, with emphasis upon the discussion and critical analysis of various authors’ works.
The Grove City College Amateur Radio Club's mission is to promote radio knowledge and the art of wireless communications. Operating from an FCC licensed station, the group seeks to teach members about the different facets of telecommunications as well as provide emergency communications to the campus.
The Grove City Socratic Club, in the spirit of C. S. Lewis' Oxford Socratic Club, engages in table discussions about controversial topics, chiefly theological, within Christianity. Members have constructive discussions engaging with each other's beliefs about a specific doctrine and defense of that belief, pursuing the truth in love; for, God is Truth, and God is Love.
His Power DISplayed's mission is to create a community for disabled and able-bodied students to explore what it means to be a disabled Christian student. We also want to learn how to best support and advocate for each other.
Grove City College Line Dance Club offers a change of pace to students by connecting them with others through a unique dancing experience. The club seeks to provide a fun and active outlet while familiarizing students with new dancing techniques and coordination. No previous dancing experience is necessary, and beginners are welcome.
Lux Mea is an organization designed to facilitate fellowship among students and faculty from all disciplines curious about pursuing the Highest Things.
The Mises Society is an independent student organization following the intellectual tradition of Ludwig von Mises and Murray N. Rothbard. Its purpose is to promote fellowship among like-minded students and to engage the college community in discussing the ideas of a free society, thus upholding the principles of Christendom. More specifically, the group defends and promotes the ideas of the Austrian School of Economics, property rights, the free market, sound money, and peace.
The College's chapter of MuKappa invites all missionary kids (MKs), third culture kids (TCKs), and international students at the College into peer community to provide mutual support in cultural transition, personal and spiritual growth, unity, Chrisitan fellowship, and opportunities to serve. MuKappa is committed to this ongoing work and in joining together in fellowship with others from campus and the local community.
The Order of St. George (OSG) is an on-campus society of individuals whose activities include weekly meetings, board game nights, anime watch parties, movie nights, D&D/tabletop RPG one-shots, and Super Smash Bros Ultimate weekly brackets. The OSG encourages its members to embrace their creativity, create long-lasting friendships, and enjoy the many aspects of popular culture of the past and present. The profits made from the numerous OSG events are donated to Extra Life.
The Pan-Asian Association focuses on all things Chinese, from language, culture, and society to art, literature, and food. As China’s global stand broadens and her influence increases all students are welcome to enjoy a deeper investigation of the legendary Middle Kingdom with the Pan-Asian Association.
Swing Dance Club is a social dance club that teaches weekly lessons to anyone and everyone willing to learn. Our goal is to provide an opportunity for students to learn and bring people together by sharing the gift of dance.
Survivor Club is a special interest club surrounding the CBS Reality TV series, Survivor. For 44 seasons, Survivor has thrilled its viewers with the ultimate social experiment. Survivor Club is for all familiarities, whether brand new or die-hard superfan. Students can gather with the group to watch the show and even participate in GCC's very own version of Survivor on Campus.
The Urban Gaming Club” is a fun, low-commitment alternative to traditional sports. Activities of UGC include “Human vs. Zombies,” LARP, and Nerf games.
The Wolverine Broadcast Network delivers a digital stream of audio programming created and curated by student DJs, featuring an eclectic mix of music, podcasts, live and prerecorded coverage of campus events, including sports, and more. The digital platform provides advantages over traditional radio while providing students with 21st century broadcasting experience. Learn more at www.gcc.edu/wbn.
The Young Americans for Freedom was started with a challenge from William F. Buckley, Jr., the Editor-in-Chief of the National Review, for young conservative Americans to unite with their members in forming a binding group to carry forward conservative thought in U.S. politics. The "Sharon Statement," while the group met in Sharon, Conn. was the initiating challenge in 1960.
Young Women for America is a community for women who are Christian and politically conservative. YWA is a chapter of Concerned Women for America and focuses on seven core issues: family, sanctity of life, religious liberty, education, sexual exploitation, national sovereignty, and support for Israel. YWA allows like-minded women to politically engage in God-honoring ways and form deep relationships with one another.