Associated Students • Western Washington University

"In Vino Veritas" Wine & Social Club

To educate Western students about wine, its culture, history, and the responsible enjoyment thereof. Classes will include familiarization with viticulture, regional wines, varietals and methods, tasting and etiquette, periodically guided by wine professionals.
Contact Person: Timothy Scholze, 206-234-1995, scholzt@cc.wwu.edu,

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A'capella Club

To give students a place to sing socially, utilizing their voices in many different ways. Also to show that song style does not restrict an all vocal group. Membership is open to all; performance group will be selected from the membership.
Contact Person: Matt Bell, 360-320-1316, slaphappy@whidbey.com,

Acts of Kindness Club

We think that doing good things for other people is nice and feels great! It's really that simple. We will organize and promote acts of kindness for friends and strangers alike.
Contact Person: W. Brooks Hassig, 253-312-2511, theactsofkindnessclub@gmail.com,

African Caribbean Club (A.C.C.)

A support group for Africans and Caribbeans who are attendening Western. The purpose of the group is to bond together with the traditions that come from our various countries.
Contact Person: Abdirahim Ahmed, 206-371-4627, abdy14goals@yahoo.com,

Against Civilization

We believe the institution of civilization, with its cities, agriculture, and technology, is the basis of the most destructive cultures. To face the full impact of civilization requires acknowledging that it is inherently oppressive and destructive. Cities demand the importation of resources, which are ultimately obtained through violence. Agriculture takes more than it gives to the land, turning diverse ecosystems into monocultures and living soil to desert. Technology requires exploitation of the natural world and condenses power into fewer and fewer hands. Industrial civilization in particular, with its machinery, engines, and oil-based production, has further accelerated the speed of the devastation. We draw on environmentalism, feminism, deep ecology, spirituality, anarchy, indigenous lifeways, anti-oppression politics, peak oil and collapse theories, and past struggles for justice for our analysis and our inspiration. We are open to challenging our thinking and ourselves. We recognize that though the dominant culture threatens us all, it also gives privileges to some at the expense of others, and whether industrial culture continues or is stopped, the impact on people will differ.
Contact Person: Cameron Murphey, , murpcam@gmail.com,

AIYA! Animation Club

To cultivate awareness of Japanese animation with the hope of providing insight into Japanese culture and language.
Contact Person: Sophie Burkland, , aiya.wwu@gmail.com, burklas@cc.wwu.edu
Website: http://ac.wwu.edu/~aiya

All Saints Episcopal Campus Ministry

This ministry exists to make Christ's presence known at Western Washington University through common prayer, common meals, study and service. We want to provide opportunities for all students to explore the richness found within the traditions of the Church and the joy found in being a part of Christian community.
Contact Person: Ryan Knight, 360-798-1819, knightr4@cc.wwu.edu,

Alpha Kappa Psi

Alpha Kappa Psi is recognized as the premier developer of principled business leaders. Core values are: brotherhood, knowledge, integrity, service, and unity. Guiding principles are: building brotherhood, lifelong learning, high ethical standards, improving communities, and enhancing the fraternity for life.
Contact Person: Whitney Erica Thompson, 206-234-1783, thompsw5@cc.wwu.edu, www.akpsi@gmail.com
Website: http://www.akpsi.org

Alternative Careers Club

To provide insight and information to students who want to pursue an alternative career, such as government organizations like police and fire, to include all branches of the military and big civilian contractors that work closely with government organizations.
Contact Person: Jason Graham, 360-393-5268, graham20@cc.wwu.edu,

American Choral Directors Association (ACDA)

To promote excellence in choral music education.
Contact Person: Veronica West, 206-914-8590, westv3@cc.wwu.edu,

Anthropology Club

The Anthropology Club will host an annual, regional student conference. In addition, the club will provide members with an opportunity to network with other students interested in all areas of anthropology. Members who join the listserv will be sent updates from the National Association of Student Anthropologists (NASA) and information on conferences and other development opportunities.
Contact Person: Katie Vliet , , vliete@cc.wwu.edu,
Website: http://www.ac.wwu.edu/~anthclub

Apple Students of WWU

This organization provides a venue for Apple students at Western to meet and further explore the options and functions of their Apple products. There is no tech support for Apples provided by WWU so this will be an important student resource.
Contact Person: Onana Luca, 425-830-0334, lucao@students.wwu.edu,

Avatar Club

To celebrate, watch and discuss Nickelodeon's "Avatar: The Last Airbender" with other fans.
Contact Person: Tyler Baxter, 425-802-7401, baxtert@students.wwu.edu,

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Backyard Brawlers

Our purpose is to play backyard-style football with fellow Western and non-Western people.
Contact Person: Dominique Sagao, 206-384-2298, sagiaod@cc.wwu.edu,

Baha'i Campus Association

To promote the oneness of mankind and unity in diversity, and put into practice the teachings of Baha'u'llah, prophet founder of the Baha'i faith.
Contact Person: May Jamshedi, 360-739-1853, mayjamshedi@hotmail.com,

Bellingham Bike Gang

The Bellingham Bike Gang welcomes all bicyclists regardless of experience, bike type, and hygiene. The number one mission of the BBG is safety. Members will set examples for fellow Bhammers by obeying road rules, wearing helmets and using correct bike hand signals. Related Gang activities throughout the year will include, bicycle workshops, helmet decorating, and group rides.
Contact Person: Devin Spencer, 360-621-1439, mistert2k@gmail.com,

Bellingham Emerging Green Builders (EGB)

Bellingham Emerging Green Builders is our local student committee of the US Green Building Council's Cascadia chapter Emerging Green Builders group. It is the Bellingham EGB's intent to educate and promote awareness of the Green building movement and specifically the current industry standard for Green building, the LEED rating system. We will do this by integrating students and young professionals and providing a supportive opportunity for development through our involvement with the USGBC and our local chapter network at the Cascadia office located in Seattle. An Emerging Green Builder is an individual in school or within five years of graduation. This club is open to anyone interested in becoming more involved in Green building from any discipline of study or practice.
Contact Person: Gina Trautner, 801-450-4723, bellinghamegb@gmail.com,
Website: http://www.bellinghamegb.com

Big Brothers Big Sisters

As an AS Club, it is our intent to represent, advertise events, promote volunteering, raise funds, and coordinate meetings on behalf of BBBS of Washington (Whatcom County).
Contact Person: Grant Kinman, 360-931-4925, grizlyadams18@yahoo.com,

Billionaires Club

The Billionaires Club's purpose is to expand student knowledge of financial instruments. Our mission is to give people the necessary information to be able to make billionaires of themselves, economically and socially.
Contact Person: Norbert Rojsza, 360-961-3968, rojszan@cc.wwu.edu, billionairesclub.wwu@gmail.com

Biology Club

To unite students and create and elaborate network for students with similar interests in Biology.
Contact Person: Ann Tran, , trana3@cc.wwu.edu, wwu.bioclub@gmail.com

Black Student Union

The BSU is a social club for African American students. Goals are to provide ethnic minority students as well as majority students with a sense of community and ecuation about African American culture and history.
Contact Person: Mahogany Villars, 650-7277, bsu.wwu@gmail.com,

Blue Crew

The BLUE CREW is all about YOU, the WWU Students. It's the official WWU student spirit/cheering organization/club in the stands, referred to as "Viking Territory" at every athletic event. The wild, crazy, boisterous and dedicated fans are devoted to school spirit and cheering on their Vikings. "Viking Territory" is a place where everyone can come together to support one cause, Western Athletics. The BLUE CREW means more than just being a fan at the game, it means being a part of the game. The BLUE CREW is a team in the bleachers just like the football team on the field. Joining the BLUE CREW and stepping into "Viking Territory" as a Viking fan builds an unstoppable team, whether it's soccer or volleyball, BLUE CREW brings excitement & energy to all Western Athletic events.
Contact Person: Amy Meyer, 425-466-4299, Akmeyer05@gmail.com, blue.crew@wwu.edu

Board Game Club

To create a safe, non-discriminatory and fun environment for Western students to gather and enjoy board games together.
Contact Person: Rosie Crow, 206-356-3807, wwuboardgameclub@gmail.com, rosie_crow@yahoo.com

Body Empowerment Club

We wish to involve all students in changing the culture of the campus and community by educating about body image, harmful cultural and media messages, and size discrimination. We support a balanced, self nurturing, healthful lifestyle.
Contact Person: James LeDuc, 360-320-1434, leducj@cc.wwu.edu,

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Campus Christian Fellowship

CCF is a student organization whose members are dedicated to helping fellow students gain an understanding of the person and claims of Jesus Christ.
Contact Person: Phil Merrel, (360) 670-2353, admin@ccfministry.com, merrelp@cc.wwu.edu
Website: http://www.ccfministry.com

Campus Crusade for Christ

We are here to help turn lost students into Christ-centered laborers. We are open to all students who want to get together for games, fellowship, and Bible study.
Contact Person: Courtney Frankhouser, 206-550-0552, wwucru@gmail.com, frankhc@students.wwu.edu
Website: http://www.seattlecru.org

Campus Golf

Campus Golf is a recreational sports group open to evryone. We have an 18-hole golf course mapped out across campus, and the idea is that you choose only one club and a tennis ball for the whole course. It is a perfect stress reliever to take your mind off of homework and studying and get outside to enjoy the weather and Western's beautiful campus. We take extra care no to harm any of the landscape or people on Western's campus. Any balls hit into landscaped areas such as bushes or plants, or on areas growing new grass, are removed back to the nearest path or grassy area. We play mostly on weekends, and if we play on a weekday it is usually after 6pm when there is much less foot traffic around campus. We also are respectful of people walking through campus and will wait until the area we are hitting into is clear before proceeding.
Contact Person: Adam Williams, 360-477-2277, willi65@students.wwu.edu,

Capoeira Club

The goal of the Capoeira Club is to promote the act of Capoeira and Afro=Brazilian culture. It is our belief that playing Capoeira can benefit anyone who wants to learn by improving physical fitness, self awareness, and self-confidence. As an art of the African slaves in Brazil, it is a fight for freedom, whether physical, mental, spiritual,emotional, or social. We are therefore committeed to raising awareness of how Capoeira can improve people's quality of life and also making it available to anyone who wants to join the Capoeira community.
Contact Person: Juliet Holzknecht, 206-992-6454, capoeirawwu@yahoo.com, holzknj@cc.wwu.edu

Ceili Dance Club

We provide a fun environment in which to learn Irish Ceili dance. Everyone is welcome! Meetings include one hour of lesson and one hour to dance. (musicians wanted!)
Contact Person: Laura Gorrin, 510-367-8696, gorrinl@cc.wwu.edu,

Chabad Jewish Student Organization

Chabad at WWU is a home-away-from home for Jewish students at Western Washington University and the surrounding colleges. Chabad serves the needs of students on a social, educational and spiritual level. At Chabad, all students are welcome, regardless of background, affiliation, and level of observance.
Contact Person: Rani Shakh, 425-770-4538, shakhr@cc.wwu.edu, wwu@jewishbellingham.com
Website: http://www.jewishvikings.com/

Chinese Language Club

To provide individuals interested in studying Mandarin Chinese opportunities to further their language acquisition through the use of social interaction, film, and board games.
Contact Person: Justin Cherveny, (360) 305-8524, slimoreilly@gmail.com,

Chinese Student Association

Our goal is to share and celebrate our Asian culture with the community, and serve as a network where students can connect.
Contact Person: Kevin Ng, 425-213-8624, ngk2@students.wwu.edu,

Christian Students Association

To study the Recovery Version of the Bible utilizing the extensive footnotes and cross-references to gain a thorough, full, and complete understanding of the economy of God, and thereby, participate in enjoying Him intrinsically and building up His corporate expression.
Contact Person: Jeremy Mullavey , 360-527-1733, wwu.believers@gmail.com, mullavj2@cc.wwu.edu
Website: http://www.wwuchristians.org

Circle K (Collegiate Kiwanis)

The purpose of Circle K is to do community and volunteer work. Email the club at: wwucirclek@gmail.com
Contact Person: Mac Dolstad and Ali Misenar , , dolstam@cc.wwu.edu, amisenar@yahoo.com
Website: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=2200535409&ref=ts

Classical Ballet Club

The Classical Ballet Club is dedicated to developing appreciation of classical ballet at WWU and the surrounding area. This includes promoting participation in classical ballets performed at WWU and the communities serviced by WWU. Ballet dancers are especially encouraged to join, although all those who love classical ballet are welcome. We are seeking to foster a culture at WWU that is knowledgable and appreciative of classical ballet.
Contact Person: Whitney Wynn, 360-714-1366, janekirstine@comcast.net, wisewwu@yahoo.com

Club Canada

To promote and celebrate Canada as well as the unique relationship between Canada and the United States with other Canadians.
Contact Person: Chelsea Fletcher, 253-678-0914, wwuclubcanada@gmail.com,

Code Share Club

Teaches anyone how to be a computer programmer, provides a forum to share your programming hobbies and provides an outlet for a group of new programmers to collaborate.
Contact Person: Cassidy Liston, 206-498-0657, cassidy.l@gmail.com,

College Republicans

To provide representation to an underrepresented ideology here on campus. The club will provide an opportunity to voice opinions and debate politics in a respectful, reasoned environment.
Contact Person: Romaka Yniguez, 360-393-5190, wwucrepublican@gmail.com, yniguer@students.wwu.edu

Comics/Sequential Art Club

To provide Western students with a forum to discuss and share in their interest of comics and to organize comic related events open to anyone.
Contact Person: Zac Robertson, 360-734-2735, theamazingcoelacanth@hotmail.com,
Website: library.sushitree.org

Communication Club

To provide students with resources which can synergize our ideas and experiences for our common good and well being. The club will enhance our confidence and provide students with a sense of community in the Department of Communication at Western and beyond.
Contact Person: Shari Karber, , karbers@students.wwu.edu, commclub.wwu@gmail.com
Website: http://www.ac.wwu.edu/%7ecommclub/

Connections

Connections provides a supportive community for those who want to connect with others in a social and sober environment. Connections is committed to putting on alcohol- and drug-free events open to all students.
Contact Person: Rachel Tzucker, 425-444-7063, r.tzucker@gmail.com,

Conservation Northwest - WWU Chapter

The focus of this club is to collaborate with Conservation Northwest, a local non-profit organization, in advocating for the protection of the remaining wild areas in the Pacific Northwest. This includes old growth forests and other wildlife habitat.
Contact Person: Ryan Lazzeri, 503-434-7688, lazzerr@students.wwu.edu,

Creators of Visual Art and Literature Society

This club exists to provide a supportive and motivational environment for amateur writers and artists. Members are encouraged to bring in their current projects to work alongside everyone else and get feedback if desired.
Contact Person: Michael Epton, 360-733-3368, eptonm@cc.wwu.edu,
Website: http://community.livejournal.com/creatorssociety/

Cribbage Club

Our purpose is to improve mathematical skills in a fun, well-organized, social atmosphere. And also to share experiences and make new friends, while playing cribbage.
Contact Person: Miles Kenney, 206-909-8719, kenneym@cc.wwu.edu,

Croquet Club

Croquet has been around since the beginning of time. It's a game of etiquette that requires the three S's: skills, stamina, and spunk. Croquet Club gives an outlet to the WWU students to spend quality time togehter, sipping tea and participating in the spirit that is croquet.
Contact Person: Devin Spencer, 360-621-1439, mistert2k@gmail.com,

Current Events Forum

The Current Events Forum is an opportunity for students and faculty to discuss current issues in an informal setting. The club aims to increase awareness of current events and their significance as well as provide students with the skills to discuss world events accurately and intelligently with their peers and their professors.
Contact Person: Michael Lang, , lang.mc@gmail.com,

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Dance for a Cause

This club organizes benefit dances on campus. Each dance will go towards a different cause. Anyone interested in event planning is welcome to join to help make the club successful.
Contact Person: Carly Geer, 425-445-9114, carly_geer_58@hotmail.com,

Dark Side Printmakers Society

For too long printmaking has been a marginalized artistic medium. Our goal is to promote appreciation of printmaking as a primary artistic medium. In forming a club for printmaking we hope to advocate resources to obtain lectures from visiting printmakers, as well as produce funds to aid in student participation in scholarly endeavors and travel related to the advancement of the medium.
Contact Person: Austin Stiegemeier, 208-755-1809, austin.stiegemeier@gmail.com,

Dead Parrots Society

To perform improvisational theatre in the community of WWU and Bellingham. We also make it our goal to teach peers the skills of improvising and constructing good improvised scenes.
Contact Person: Kristopher Erickson, 360-271-0282, krisader28@hotmail.com,
Website: http://www.deadparrotssociety.com

Democracy Matters

DM advocates and works towards electoral systems of public finance as a way to counter the disproportionate influence exercised over our government by large corporations. We work nationally to bring people back into the system.
Contact Person: Cody Flynn, 253-459-3880, codycf@gmail.com,

Demography Club

The Demography Club will provide an open forum for students interested in the field of demography. Discussions will be held on individual research and classroom topics involving current and historical demographic issues.
Contact Person: Mira Wyman, 425-205-3511, wymanm@cc.wwu.edu,

Disc Golf Club

Disc golf is a sport that challenges several aspects of your mind and body, while still being one of the most relaxing, enjoyable games. The Disc Golf Club will teach the game, practice the skills, and give you the opportunity to experience fun, nature, and a sense of self growth.
Contact Person: Dario Re, 509-951-4141, red@cc.wwu.edu,

Diversity Inspired Volunteer Educators (DIVE)

To impact students with diverse backgrounds through volunteer work, to be successful in their lives and raise awareness of diversity among educators.
Contact Person: Jessi Stipe, , dive@wwu.edu, stipej@students.wwu.edu

Do Dream Korean Missions

Our purpose is to build a strong body of Korean students who will encourage one another in academic excellence, social interaction, integrity, pursuit of our Christian belief, and outreach to Korean community or school community members, as well as fundraising for outreach overseas.
Contact Person: Rachel Lee, 360-927-2009, rhanmingxi@gmail.com,

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Ecstatic Dance Club

To provide a spiritually uplifting environment for individuals to work and experiment with dance and other movement practices in a safe and intentional space, where collective group energy is nurtured to allow for individuals to feel safe and open to exploring movement.
Contact Person: Ian Forsyth, 360-391-0090, forsyti@cc.wwu.edu,

Engineers Without Borders - WWU Chapter

Engineers Without Borders is a non-profit humanitarian organization establsihed to partner with communities worldwide in order to improve their quality of life. This partnership involves the implementation of sustainable engineering projects while involving and training internationally responsible engineers and engineering students.
Contact Person: Miranda Savory, , ewb.wwu@gmail.com, savorym2@students.wwu.edu
Website: http://groups.msn.com/EWBBellingham

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Fairhaven Free Press

Fairhaven Free Press acts as a forum for Fairhaven students to have an ongoing dialogue with the rest of the Western and Bellingham communities about important issues. The paper is meant to be a space for students to discuss and challenge each others'views, enriching the learning experience. While it was formed primarily to serve Fairhaven students, the Free Press is non-exclusive and open to submissions from all WWU students.
Contact Person: Jordan Bright, 260-599-9904, fairhavenfreepress@gmail.com, snowcrashed54@gmail.com

Filipino American Student Association

To educate and explore Filipino heritage and culture.
Contact Person: Sofina Morales , 206-383-5739, wwufasa@yahoo.com, morales3@cc.wwu.edu
Website: http://www.fasawwu.org

Filming Ideas w/Limited Material (F.I.L.M.)

A place to utilize talent or interest in the development/creation of movies. Requires: enthusiasm, creativity, and a good sense of humor.
Contact Person: Michael Philpott, 360-592-4113, mkpf16ace@msn.com,

Formula SAE

Our club is a student run organization which designs and builds miniature Formula race cars for an annual competition in Detroit along with over 140 other teams.
Contact Person: Matthew Kelly, 360-202-3744, info@wwufsae.com, matt.kelly@wwufsae.com
Website: http://www.wwufsae.com

Foul Play: A Murder Mystery Club

The purpose of foulplay is to organize and participate in murder mystery games. A murder mystery game is an interactive clue game centered around a pre-planned murder and storyline. People are given characters and must use their best sleuthing and acting skills to solve the mystery, prove their own innocence, and complete their agendas.
Contact Person: Maddy Vonhoff, 360-713-1997, maddy.vonhoff@comcast.net,
Website: http://foulplayclub.proboards.com

Friends of Asian Elephants (FAE)

FAE aims to spread public awareness of the plight of the endangered asian elephant and promote a change in the way domesticated elephants are treated. One of our main goals is to raise money to foster an elephant at the Elephant Nature Park, ENP. ENP is a non-profit organization that promotes the rights of asian elephants in Thailand. ENP is a sanctuary for mistreated and abused elephants that have been rescued and live in peace at ENP, in Chiang Mai, Thailand.
Contact Person: Sally Sandack, 360-927-6645, sandacs@cc.wwu.edu,

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German Club

German Club strives to create a fun environment for the Western Washington University campus community to experience a wide range of cultural activities. We promote the awareness and appreciation of the german language and culture. German Club provides a networking opportunity for those interested in encouraging multi-cultural diversity.
Contact Person: Jennifer Patterson, 360-980-1020, germanclubwwu@yahoo.com, patterj8@students.wwu.edu

Ghost Hunting 101

For fans to get together to watch and discuss the television show "Supernatural." Hardcore Metaing encouraged.
Contact Person: Kendra Shirley, 206-963-5311, shirlek@cc.wwu.edu,

Girl Scouts of WWU

Campus Girl Scouts is a service ogranization open to men and women who subscribe to the mission of Girl Scouts of the USA, which is: to build girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place.
Contact Person: Cathryn Smith, 360-319-9924, girlscoutswwu@gmail.com,

Graphic Design Club

Graphic design club is affiliated with the seattle student chapter of the american institute of graphic artists. We want to promote design on western's campus, encourage students in the grapic design department and students interested in design and create community and connections with designers in bellingham and the greater seattle area.
Contact Person: Jonathan McConnell, (206) 617-7598, mcconnj2@students.wwu.edu,

Guerrilla Theater Activist Club

A group of students, thespians, activits and community members who use guerrilla theater as a means of activism and education. Guerrilla theater also known as street theater is the dramatization of a social justice, anti-militarism, non-violence, thespian reinvention/theatrical development.
Contact Person: Danya Rose-Merkle, 541-840-4005, rosemed@cc.wwu.edu, guerrillatheatrewwu@gmail.com

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Harry Potter Club

To gather Harry Potter fans in one place where we can talk, discuss, or celebrate anything that has to do with Harry Potter.
Contact Person: Carol Cordray, 360-920-7278, cordrac@cc.wwu.edu, carol@cordray.org

Hillel of WWU

Hillel of WWU is a non-denominational student union dedicated to preserving Jewish culture, history and tradition through social, educational, and social-activism events. Meetings are Tuesdays at 7:30pm at the Shalom Center.
Contact Person: Anna Talvi, , Anna.talvi@gmail.com,
Website: http://www.ac.wwu.edu/~hillel

Hui 'O Hawaii

We invite all students who are interested in the Hawaiian traditions and culture to get involved and socialize. Our major event is the very successful, fun annual luau. Stop by and say hi!
Contact Person: Cheryl-Ann Fujioka or Kai Yoshimura, 808-640-4416, hohwestern@hotmail.com, fujiokc@cc.wwu.edu

Huxley Student Air & Waste Management Association (AWMA) Chapter

The purpose of this chapter is to promote environmental related concerns/topics through interacting with the professional community. Our goals are to provide real world experience and opportunities in the environmental field while creating a network of individuals that share a common interest.
Contact Person: Mac Dolstad, (360) 202-9849, dolstam@cc.wwu.edu, wwuawma@gmail.com

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IFO: Bulc Retpocileh

To provide a space in which experienced and budding R/C helicopter enthusiasts may gather and turn their eyes to the sky (and drink juice boxes). In addition, to explore the natures and applications of other flying objects (safely of course).
Contact Person: Robert Daniel, (253) 221-2634, gettodachoppa7@yahoo.com, lordaalser@yahoo.com

Institute for Village Studies Club

To raise awareness of global, international issues, specifically education. To raise money through fund-raising for international schools which I.V.S. visited on the Winter 2008 trip. Also to raise awareness in fellow students of the benefits of travel, adventure, and group learning.
Contact Person: Chelsey Eyre, 360-510-9619, eyrec@cc.wwu.edu,

Interclub Diversity Coalition

The purpose of IDC is to create a more holistic community among the many diversity and social issue clubs. The goal is to foster investment from student activists for the betterment of Western for all identities and experiences.
Contact Person: Brittany Otter, 425-478-3179, future.otter@gmail.com,

International Affairs Association

International Affairs Association gives students the opportunity to discuss international affairs from the point of view of a country at multi-day conferences all over the country. Besides gaining a unique perspective, delegates practice diplomacy firsthand by negotiating with allies and enemies and constructively building a solution to global problems.
Contact Person: Jason Clopper, 425-770-0788, president@westerniaa.org, advisor@westerniaa.org
Website: http://www.WesternIAA.org

International Business Club

To provide an interest-group-based forum to assist students in learning more about the international business community and world economy. And giving students a chance to be a part of it through intellectual and social activities. Additionally, we hope to be able to secure internships for students internationally, while exchanging local internships with foreign students who want to come work in the U.S.A.
Contact Person: Brett Michaelson, 360-927-0829, michaeb3@cc.wwu.edu, wwuibc@gmail.com
Website: http://www.cbe.wwu.edu/clubs/ibc/

International Movie and Tea Club

To organize the foreign exchange student group under one umbrella and to introduce them to various cultures through the viewing of foreign film. Each week a film from a different country will be shown, as well as having food and drink preparations by student members on a rotating basis.
Contact Person: Katrin Deeg, 206-271-3861, deegk@cc.wwu.edu,

ISV - International Student Volunteers of WWU

To provide an avenue in which ISV participants, past and future, can promote further volunteering efforts, both locally and abroad.
Contact Person: Bren Byerley, 509-520-7482, byerleb@students.wwu.edu,

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Japanese Conversation Club

To provide a club for those with interest in speaking the Japanese language and to promote multiculturalism at WWU.
Contact Person: Marc Hasstedt, 425-327-5487, acegikm@hotmail.com,

Japanese Student Association

Japanese Student Association is to promote a better understanding of Japanese culture: free from stereotypes and idealized images of Japan and its people. The club is open for all who have an interest in learning more about Japan. It provides opportunities to discuss Japanese customs, travels, language, sports, fashion and arts. We, the members of Japanese Student Association, open that all members will be able to make connections with others through meetings and activities.
Contact Person: Ayumi Ishikura, 253-334-2033, jsa_wwu@hotmail.com, ishikua@cc.wwu.edu

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Kite Flying Society

Ever since Man has looked up, he has been fascinated with the skies. And one of the first things man thought was, "I wonder if I can fly things off of a string up there?" And thus kite flying was born. The Kite Flying Society is serious business. It is a breeding ground for kite enthusiasts and beginners alike. Some society sponsored events include, group flying, kite workshops for beginners and the experienced, making your own kites, and if we can figure out how, kite fighting. Remember to look to the skies.
Contact Person: Devin Spencer, 360-621-1439, mistert2k@gmail.com,

Korean Students Association

To promote and educate about Korean culture at Western. It provides opportunities to know Korean traditional customs, language, and ancient arts; in ancient Chinese texts, Korea is referred to as "Rivers and Mountains embroidered on silk." We, the members of Korean Students Association promote better understanding of Korean culture.
Contact Person: Woori Ko, , wwuksa@gmail.com,

Kulshan Aikido Club

To train in the practice of aikido and promote the principles of aiki; a non-violent martial art known as the "art of peace".
Contact Person: Jason Horrocks, 509-230-5272, horrocj@cc.wwu.edu,

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La Mesa Espanola

To help anyone who wants to perfect their ability to speak the spanish language to do so by creating a place in which english is completely excluded from all dialogue. Also, to work with the spanish speaking community and to raise awareness about the influence of spanish speakers in Bellingham.
Contact Person: Justin Cherveny, 360-305-8524, slimoreilly@gmail.com,

La Table Francaise

For the french-speaking population of Bellingham (and surrounding areas!) to congregate, have good conversation, and work on their language skills.
Contact Person: Zoe Mote, , motez@students.wwu.edu,

Latino Student Union

The Latino Student Union promotes the unity, education, heritage and culture of the Latino community. We are a resource for Latino students and allies alike. LSU advocates awareness on social, cultural and identity issues faced by the Latino population, both within the US and in Latin America. We embrace all those who embrace us and wish to celebrate and recognize Latino culture.
Contact Person: Virgilio Cintron and Holly Vanderlinda, 253-232-5207, lsuwwu@gmail.com,
Website: www.lsuwwu.org

Latter Day Saints Student Association

To sponsor the study of Christian scriptures: to participate in service to the community, model Christian morals and involve young adults in a variety of events.
Contact Person: Rhea Wolley, , flyingpotato07@aol.com, nelsonb@ldsces.org
Website: http://ldces.org/bellingham

LEAD (Learning, Environment, Action, Discovery)

Linking Western Washington University, Whatcom County schools, environmental organizations and government agencies to encourage community-based environmental restoration education and service-learning for the benefit of our community.
Contact Person: Kimberly Adank and Stacia Dreyer, 360-650-2133, lead@wwu.edu,
Website: http://www.ac.wwu.edu/~lead

Leo Club of WWU

Leo Clubs are an official activity of Lions Clubs International that encourages young men and women to serve others in their community and around the world. Leo Clubs are sponsored by local Lions Clubs and may be either school-affiliated or community-based. Leo Club activities include regular meetings, service projects, and social functions. The Leo Motto -- LEADERSHIP, EXPERIENCE OPPORTUNITY -- is fulfilled as members work together in response to the needs of others.
Contact Person: Lisa Vaughn, , bastrawberry12@hotmail.com,

Library Maniacs!

This club's purpose is to improve the library for student use. We will pass along ideas to library administration for review.
Contact Person: Faith Patton, , scumcandy@gmail.com, wwulibraryclub@gmail.com

Linguistics Club

To facilitate and build a sense of community among those with an interest in linguistics.
Contact Person: Rod Powell, , wwulinguisticsclub@yahoo.com, powellr7@cc.wwu.edu

Literary Publication Alliance

Our mission: To create a supportive literary community in and around the university, to provide a unique venue for student voice and creativity, to promote writers and arts through quarterly readings and events, to unite visual artists, writers, dramatists and others in the arts community.
Contact Person: Cody Spann, 253-951-1213, spannc@cc.wwu.edu, literarypublicationsalliance@gmail.com

Loa Records

Loa Records was born and exists to provide all-ages concerts on campus. With a greater focus on local music. Loa has also worked with regional and national musicians. Much of Loa's success has also come from collaboration with other groups, programs, and clubs.
Contact Person: Cleveland Harris II, 206-854-8754, medievalmonkey@gmail.com, loa.records@gmail.com
Website: http://www.loarecords.com

Lutheran Student Movement

Organization of Lutheran (and other denominations) students who gather for worship, praise, service, fun and fellowship. People of all faiths are welcome.
Contact Person: Anthony Rhodes, 425-348-4673, tony_rhodes@comcast.net, wwu_lutherans@yahoo.com
Website: http://www.lsm-wwu.org

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Making Western Diverse

Our club is an extension of the WA State Achievers Scholars program here at Western. The Achievers Scholars are low-income students who received the scholarship based on the diversity in their high schools. About 50% of the recipients are students of color and about 30% of our students are ESL. The purpose of our club is to put on social and academic events to bring together the older and newer Achievers who currently attend Western. But most important, we would like to provide a support system not only for Achievers, but for any student who wishes to build a strong foundation here.
Contact Person: Kiana Drisco, 206-304-9451, somcallmekrazy@yahoo.com, deguzmr3@students.wwu.edu

Management Information Systems Assoc. (MISA)

Inform students, explore local companies using I.S., investigate internships & scholarships.
Contact Person: James Husted , , misaclub@wwu.edu, James.Husted@gmail.com
Website: http://www.cbe.wwu.edu/clubs/misa

MEChA (Movimiento Estudiantil Chicano/a de Aztlan)

To promote an educational, cultural and supportive atmosphere for Chicano/Latinos students on Western's campus.
Contact Person: Mirella Suarez and Abe Rodriguez-Hernandez, , wwumecha@yahoo.com,
Website: http://www.ac.wwu.edu/~esc/clubs/mecha/

Medieval Re-Creation Club

To promote interest and education in medieval studies by re-creation of period costumes, arts and sciences, and pagentry of the time period between 600 A.D. to 1600 A.D.
Contact Person: Julie Filer, 360-441-6653, deimos1444@yahoo.com,

Meditation Club

A peaceful mind, a relaxed body and a joyful soul - these are the qualities that our club stands for. Through simple yoga, breathing and meditation, you can expect to have a fulfilling experience, even if it's your first time. Please email us for meeting times and locations. We are not religiously affiliated.
Contact Person: Brooks Hassig, 253-312-2511, meditationclub@gmail.com,

Mensa Latina (Latin Table)

To give students a non-academic setting to practice the use of colloquial Latin, and to bring the Latin speakers of campus together.
Contact Person: Chris Dalla Santa, (253) 951-7488, dallasc@cc.wwu.edu,

Mixed Identity Student Organization (MISO)

We seek to form an alliance of students who desire ownership over their own identities while respecting the identities of others. We seek to function as a social support resource promoting identity exploration and cross cultural understanding. As students whose own identities continually cross boundaries that historically have divided populations and cultural groups and whose intersections of identity are often not reflected by the dominant society, we seek to create a safe space to explore the politics of identity and race as a social construction in both a private and public atmosphere. We seek to educate ourselves and our community.
Contact Person: Sharde Mills , 360-650-7276, MISO_WWU@yahoo.com,
Website: http://www.ac.wwu.edu/~esc/clubs/miso/index.html

Music Educators National Conference, MENC

This club's purpose is to meet on a monthly basis to discuss issues and concepts of music education. Once a year, the club travels to a NW music education conference, the purpose of which is to attend seminars and make connections with established members of the music education community. We also provide knowledge and information from guest speakers to help our members improve teaching skills and expand their minds.
Contact Person: Zach Smith, 360-393-0450, wwumenc@gmail.com, smith22@cc.wwu.edu

Muslim Student Association

To invite both Muslims and non-Muslims to come together and learn about Islam while at the same time, socializing.
Contact Person: Kamran Rahman, 360-701-4850, kamran.rahman@gmail.com,

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National Press Photographers Association, Western Chapter

To provide students with the knowledge necessary to survive in the visual journalism world. The club's purpose is to provide further education in the field of visual journalism in regards to digital photography, videography and design.
Contact Person: Kathryn Bachen, , kathryn.bachen@gmail.com,
Website: http://www.wwu.edu/nppa

National Science Teachers Association

The National Science Teachers Association strives to motivate, equip, and connect future science teachers of all grade levels.
Contact Person: Andrea Ames, 360-269-7812, gablera@cc.wwu.edu,

National Society of Collegiate Scholars

To recognize and celebrate high achievement among first and second year students in all academic disciplines. To foster an overall appreciation for the value of the higher education experience.
Contact Person: Matthew Osborne, 253-224-3048, osbornm5@cc.wwu.edu,
Website: www.nscs.org

National Student Speech Language Hearing Association (NSSLHA)

NSSLHA is the national organization for graduate and undergraduate students interested in the study of normal and disordered human communication. NSSLHA is the only student organization recognized by the American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA). This pre-professional organization provides numerous opportunities to become involved in activities that benefit each individual member, as well as our local and national community. Anyone interested in the CSP field may attend our meetings.
Contact Person: Tish Watson, 360-305-1805, watsont6@cc.wwu.edu,

New Music New Dance

New Music New Dance provides an environment for student dancers and musicians to work on their skills as choreographers, composers, and performers through collaboration and creation. The club also puts on a number of small events dispersed throughout the year as well as a large annual production title New Music New Dance.
Contact Person: Brenda Brown, 425-238-7447, brownb7@cc.wwu.edu,

Newman Catholic Campus Ministries

We serve students, faculty, staff and administrators that gather at institutions of higher education to search and learn. Although called to serve the Catholic community, we will not restrict our ministry to persons of a particular age, gender, race, creed, physical ability or sexual orientation.
Contact Person: Lilly McGarry, 360-410-0218, lilly@westerncatholic.org,
Website: http://www.westerncatholic.org

Noise Polution Music Club

Noise Polution Music Club is a WWU organization that allows students to form/recommend musical shows and other events on the Western campus. It's main purpose is to allow students to get more involved with musical productions here at Western and to allow all Western students the opportunity to perform their music here at Western. We are open to all different genres of music!
Contact Person: Spencer Goll, 206-909-2511, spen262@gmail.com,

Northwest Grappling Association

We provide an open mat space for those who practice the grappling arts, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, catch/submission wrestling, judo, sambo, collegiate/freestyle/greco roman wrestling, etc. Those who wish to learn, may learn; those who wish to spar, may spar; and those of you who wish to compete, may compete.
Contact Person: Lyndon Hirai, 360-510-1538, hirail@cc.wwu.edu,

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Obama Vikings: WWU Students United for Barack Obama

Obama Vikings is a student group dedicated to informing Western students, networking with community organizations, and hosting events promoting Senator Obama's social/political efforts. We also are committed to giving out allies and opponents the utmost respect in an effort to promote democratic discourse.
Contact Person: Courtney Steffy, 360-773-8833, steffyc@cc.wwu.edu,

Oikos Fellowship Bible Study

Have a Bible study that is open for everyone to read and study the Bible and learn about Jesus.
Contact Person: Pete Williamson & Curtis Larson, 360-820-0804, larsonc9@cc.wwu.edu,

Oni Mode (Dance Dance Revolution Club)

To provide a fun and friendly environment to all those interested in the mildly addicting game called Dance Dance Revolution (DDR)! Welcome to all levels of players, no experience necessary.
Contact Person: Lizzie Matthews, 360-672-1080, matthee@cc.wwu.edu,

Orphans to Rescue

To bring awareness to Western students and faculty about the orphans in Watoto. Give everyone an opportunity to make a difference by rescuing children off the streets by providing money for food, shelter, and education. The specific goal is to care for their physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Contact Person: Jisun Song, 253-861-1562, jisun501@yahoo.com,

Out of State Student Association

To cultivate community between out of state students.
Contact Person: Marcy Egger, 360-296-2531, wwu_ossa@hotmail.com, eggerm@cc.wwu.edu

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Pagans and Students Together (PAST)

The purpose of this club is to facilitate understanding and tolerance for the Pagan community by the public at large. As well as holding open dialogues, we strive to create community and support for the WWU population and their allies.
Contact Person: Jamie Stolz, 406-396-4827, jamie.stolz@gmail.com, wwu_pagans@yahoo.com

Paintball Club

Provide a group and time for students to gather and play paintball while meeting new friends and learning more about the sport.
Contact Person: Thomas Clarke, 253-632-4905, tomyankee11@aol.com,
Website: http://www.pbnation.com/showthread.php?t=2590351

Philosophy Club

Designate environment for philosophical conversation weekly and facilitate production and coordination of the Northwest Student Philosophy Conference.
Contact Person: Christopher Bryant, , topher.d.b@gmail.com,

Photography Club

The Photo Club is open to everyone & anyone who is interested in photography and wants an environment in which picture-taking, sharing, and learning are at the core of the club. Open to all levels of experience!
Contact Person: Carmen Daneshmandi, 425-681-1247 , carmendaneshmandi@live.com,

Pog Club Revolution

The first rule about Pog Club, is you don't talk about Pog Club. Pogs exploded with popularity in the early 90's and involves milk caps with various pictures screened on their sides, and the almighty slammer. Banned in most elementary schools across the nation, Pogs are now making an underground movement to rise again. The Pog Club Revolution is looking to bring Pogs back in the mainstream with trournaments, events, and Pog making classes. Come join the Pog revolution! "Pogs - Bringin' em Back!"
Contact Person: Devin Spencer, 360-621-1439, mistert2k@gmail.com,

Poke'mon Club!!!

Do you want to be the very best? Like no one ever was? To train them is your real test. To train them is your cause. Yes, it's Poke'mon. Poke'mon Club provides a safe haven for Poke fans of all color, size, and poke'mon type. The main focus will be on the Poke'mon trading card game. But other Poke'mon activities will involve watching the television series, playing the video games, and general Poke talk and fun. Do you have what it takes to be a Poke'mon Master?
Contact Person: Devin Spencer, 360-621-1439, mistert2k@gmail.com,

Political Science Association

Broaden political knowledge throughout the campus as well as throughout the department.
Contact Person: Adam Day, 206-914-2170, adamvday@msn.com, westernpsa@gmail.com

Polynesian Club

To educate and explore the Polynesian culture. Our goal is to unite people from the various islands of the Pacific (Samoa, Fiji, Tonga, Tahiti, and many others).
Contact Person: Dominique Sagiao, 206-384-2298, sagiaod@cc.wwu.edu,

Pre-Pharmacy

The club is to allow potential students pursuing careers in pharmacy to connect, network and share information to help make informed decisions regarding prerequisite studies to undertaking pharmacy curriculum.
Contact Person: David Byon, 253-359-8061, kpxh87@gmail.com, byonh@cc.wwu.edu

Psych Practice

The Psych Practice was started by a group of psych students interested in hanging out, sharing knowledge and building community with others focused towards the fields of research, counseling, and education. Essentially, we are people who like people and who want to work with people for the betterment of our lives and of those around us. So, if you want to meet people and you like social, abnormal, or developmental psych, check us out.
Contact Person: Lydia Devine, , thepsychpractice@gmail.com,
Website: http://www.freewebs.com/thepsychpractice

Psychology Club

Psychology Club is open to anybody with an interest in psychology. It is a place to learn about psychological events on- and off-campus and to meet other people with similar interests. It is also a great place to ask questions about your own interests in psych and have your voice heard.
Contact Person: James LeDuc, 360-320-1434, wwupsychclub@gmail.com, leducj@cc.wwu.edu
Website: http://wwupsychclub.googlepages.com

Public Relations Organization

The Public Relations Organization (PRO) exists: to serve the public relations profession by helping to develop highly qualified, well prepared professionals; to serve our members by enhancing their knowledge of public relations and providing access to professional development opportunities; and to serve the Western Washington and Bellingham communities.
Contact Person: Colleen Toomey, , wwupro@gmail.com,

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Queer People of Color (QPOC)

To promote awareness for the need of a more cohesive, diverse community and demonstrate that there are queer people of color on campus and allies who support us. To establish a connection between the LGBTA and ESC clubs.
Contact Person: Casey Hall, , hallc23@cc.wwu.edu,

Queers and Allies for Activism

Queers and Allies for Activism is a politically-charged club dedicated to fighting for the rights of the GLBTQ (Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer) community locally and nationally. We are a social advocacy and political activism group focused on the GLBTQ community. All are welcome to join the fight. This is the first political group solely dedicated to the GLBTQ community on Western's campus. Join the fight. Make a difference today.
Contact Person: Josh Foley, 509-553-9463, wwuquafa@gmail.com, foleyj2@cc.wwu.edu

QWEST (Queer Women Educating & Supporting Together)

QWEST (Queer Women Educating & Supporting Together) is a discussion group that welcomes all queer women, lesbians, bisexuals, transgender and allies. Our focus is educating one another on important issues with beneficial questions leading to beneficial conversations. This is an open minded group ready to tear apart stereotypes held against us and even the ones we hold against each other. QWEST embraces the opportunity to hear different points of view s that will expand knowledge of our own community.
Contact Person: Amy Wynkoop, 206-428-8309, wynkooa@cc.wwu.edu,

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Recreation Club

The Recreation Club at WWU will be a unique resource for students currently enrolled in the Recreation and Leisure Studies major by providing opportunities to develop leadership skills and serve as a point of reference and involvement for those that may be interested in learning about this specific major and the profession of Recreation and Leisure.
Contact Person: Greta Olson, , gretasonaus@hotmail.com,
Website: http://www.wwurecclub.com

Ritmo Latino (Latin Rhythm)

We are a group who will be dedicated to dancing, teaching and promoting the Latin rhythms of salsa, merengue, bachata, chacha, etc. We love to dance and want to invite others to enjoy it as well.
Contact Person: Rachel Newton, 509-251-0146, newtonr@cc.wwu.edu, wwuritmolatino@gmail.com

Role Playing the Critical Failure

To provide a service amongst live-action role playing people. Bridging the gap of communication and organizing groups, so others don't have to.
Contact Person: Benjamin Daws Focke, , benfocke@hotmail.com, rpcfwwu@live.com

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SAFE - Student Association for Fire Ecology

The purpose of the Student Association for Fire Ecology is to provide students from diverse backgrounds with an open forum on fire ecology through which research can be shared, networks formed, and funding and information resources be accessed.
Contact Person: Rose Agbalog, 360-255-1639, agbalr@cc.wwu.edu,

Scottish Country Dance Club

To provide time for students to gather and learn Scottish country dance and meet other students.
Contact Person: Jenny Novotney, 509-434-4164, novotnj2@cc.wwu.edu, wwuscottish@gmail.com
Website: http://www.ac.wwu.edu/~scottish

SDS Bellingham, Students for a Democratic Society

Students for a Democratic Society (SDS) Bellingham chapter is an education and social action organization dedicated to increasing participatory democracy in all aspects of our common life. We want to maintain a vision of a democratic society where at all levels people have the control of the decisions which affect them and the resources which they are dependant. We are attempting to build a society free from poverty, war, racism, exploitation, and oppression. SDS recognizes past and present movements and the importance of working together to achieve common goals.
Contact Person: Dillon Thomson, 360-470-8857, thomsod@cc.wwu.edu, SDSBELLINGHAM@LISTS.RISEUP.NET

Sexploration

Sexploration is a refreshing women's discussion group, which focuses on shedding the societal taboo around sexuality. The goals are honesty, empowerment, and fun, leading away from embarassment and towards open communication about these natural things. Although the focus is on women's issues, men are welcome & multi-gender talks will be held.
Contact Person: Grace Wischerth, 718-755-7771, ieatsoyandzeugma@gmail.com,

Smash Masters and Students Headquarters (S.M.A.S.H.)

To create a gathering point for smash players from all around campus. To create opportunities for both recreational and competitive play so that players of all skill levels can learn and compete.
Contact Person: Theodore Seybold, 206-349-6346, wwusmash@gmail.com, seybolt@cc.wwu.edu

South Asian Students Association

The South Asian Students Association is to increase awareness and educate the University about South Asian culture and heritage, creating an environment in which students are encouraged to explore and experience the South Asian culture. By hosting various cultural and social events and by reaching out to other parts of the campus community, we plan on encouraging social interaction among South Asian, enhance student-faculty relations, and facilitate the adjustment process for incoming South Asian students. Our intentions shall not be based on any religious ground.
Contact Person: Tarenjit Verraich, 206-356-6511, sasa_wwu@yahoogroups.com,

Speedbike Team

To build a special bicycle designed to compete against other human-powered vehicles for top speed. We will compete twice in the 2007 season.
Contact Person: Noah Jack, 541-225-6394, emailnoahjack@gmail.com, wwuspeedbiketeam@googlegroups.com

STAND: A Student Anti-Genocide Coalition

To educate others on the ongoing genocide in Darfur, raise relief funds, and advocate for political action. Part of a national student coalition present on over 200 campuses. Raising genocide awareness.
Contact Person: Karena Rounsaville & Jenny Blenk, 503-475-1182, wwustand@gmail.com,
Website: http://groups.google.com/group/wwustand

Step To This

Step is physical activity involving complex movements to create beats with different parts of the body. Our purpose is to promote diversity, showing that people can create common goals regardless of age or ethnic background.
Contact Person: Miesha Ebacher, 360-931-1743, step2this@hotmail.com, ebachem@cc.wwu.edu

Student Affairs Group (SAG)

SAG provides a mutually supportive network of peers interested in, and engaged with, student affairs administration on the Western campus. Through professional development and educational initiatives, SAG seeks to enhance the student experience at Western as a whole by supporting involvement in higher education administration.
Contact Person: Kira Freed, 360-650-3689, Kira.Freed@wwu.edu,

Student Coalition for Immigration Rights

The Student Coalition for Immigration Rights is open to the Western Washington Unviersity community and its allies. It is a coalition devoted to bring attention and familiarity to the Dream Act and the positive social, political, and economic matters that accompany it. The SCIR is a safe haven for all people, regardless of residential status, who wish to learn or be involved in the mission of spreading the word of the Dream Act to the Bellingham community and contribute to the nation-wide attempt of informing and educating the public of the benefits of approving the Dream Act.
Contact Person: Maria Corona, 425-445-9311, cororam@cc.wwu.edu,

Student Marketing Association

To encourage learning in the marketing field beyond the experience of the classroom.
Contact Person: Jeff Shearer, 425-765-5357, shearej@students.wwu.edu, sma.wwu@gmail.com
Website: http://www.wwu.edu/~sma

Student Theatre Booster Club

To support, encourage and celebrate Student Theatre Productions' people and events.
Contact Person: JJ Palmer, 360-927-2524, palmerj6@cc.wwu.edu,

Student Voices

Integrating student voices into all levels of the Western community through: engaged learning, lively dialogue, supporting leadership roles thoughout the campus community.
Contact Person: Whitney Dunbar, 360-420-0035, dunbar_87@hotmail.com, wwu.studentvoices@gmail.com

Student Washington Education Association (SWEA)

The SWEA program helps you make the grade by connecting you with the people, programs and benefits that are most important in education today.
Contact Person: BonnieJean Rytkonen, 253-380-0808, swea@cc.wwu.edu, rytkonb@cc.wwu.edu
Website: http://www.wce.wwu.edu/Resources/SWEA/

Student-Homeless Outreach Team

To transform the WWU student community into one full of people who reach out and change reality and who take responsibility for their work. This new community will profess solidarity with the world, ,and live by the maxim that there is enough for everyone, and that everyone has something to contribute.
Contact Person: Anna Hashman, 360-305-2008, amhashman89@gmail.com, students.reachout@gmail.com

Students for a New Liberty

The U.S. Constitution and the rule of law provide the basis for a free country. Students for Ron Paul recognize this fact and are commited to raising awareness of his campaign for president of the United States in 2008.
Contact Person: Karl Poechlauer, 425-971-7160, karljpoechauer@yahoo.com,

Students for Civic Engagement

The purpose of the Students for Civic Engagement is to promote political awareness and activism, through a forum that is non-partisan and focused on individual discourse.
Contact Person: Nikki Brown, 253-227-3731, studentsforcivicengagement@gmail.com, brownn23@cc.wwu.edu

Students for Disability Awareness

Students for Disability Awareness is an organization meant to spread awareness and to educate the Western Washington University community about disability culture, to promote equal opportunities and better accessibility for all students, faculty, and staff with disabilities (regardless of nature), and to empower them with the strength and tools to have a positive university experience while working with local and campus resources.
Contact Person: Daman Wandke, 360-543-5646, Info@wwusda.org, daman@wwusda.org
Website: http://www.wwusda.org

Students for Educational Equality

To help change educational inequalities in America. To raise awareness on this issue and point those interested in the right direction. To work towards social justice. To provide resources (through fundraisers) to help aid in a sustainable education program for children in low income communities. To build a community at Western Washington University interested in evoking change and working towards a sustainable future for the youth in America.
Contact Person: Danielle Jackson, , edu.equality@gmail.com, jacksod8@students.wwu.edu

Students for Renewable Energy

Our mission is to bring sustainable energy to Western's campus through education, conservation, energy construction projects and conscious energy selection.
Contact Person: Rose Woofenden, 360-630-0219, info@westernsre.org, rose@westernsre.org
Website: http://www.westernsre.org

Students for Slum Doctor Programme

Our goal as SSDP Club is to provide a "plug in" for students at Western to inform them about the Slum Doctor Programme and spread awareness of international public health issues. We will be separate from, but working with, the Slum Doctor Programme and attempt to raise money via fundraisers for the Programme to assist their efforts abroad.
Contact Person: Kasey Hostetler, 509-430-9503, hostetk@cc.wwu.edu,

Students for Social Change

The mission of Students for Social Change is to promote social awareness and encourage positive change with local and global communities through education, community networking, volunteer opportunities, and experiential learning. We are students dedicated to improving the quality of life for all people.
Contact Person: Elise Nelson and Erin Martin, , hsp_socialchange@yahoo.com, marti73@cc.wwu.edu

Students for Sustainable Food

To facilitate a campus wide movement towards getting more nutritious choices, local foods and organic foods into all dining areas of the WWU campus. Provide students with an integrated, passionate education about the opportunities in sustainable food systems, agriculture and food security in the Whatcom County area and Washington State.
Contact Person: Megan Walker, 360-202-3595, megan23x@hotmail.com, ssf.wwu@gmail.com

Students of Optional Clothing

To provide a positive, safe and nonsexual environment for addressing and investigating the cultural and somatic roles of clothing. To create a community supportive of personal choice of dress (or lack of dress). To become comfortable with our natural forms and improve body image. Note: Any activities involving nudity will take place in private and/or sanctioned, legal spaces.
Contact Person: Esme Dutcher, 425-290-2446, dutchee@cc.wwu.edu,

Surfrider Foundation/Bellingham Chapter

A non-profit environmental organization dedicated to the protection and enhancement of the world's waves and beaches through conservation, activism, education and research.
Contact Person: Skyler Mavor, 406-579-9510, armadaskier175@gmail.com, surfrider.wwu@gmail.com

Swing Kids

Provide the opportunity for students of Western to learn and practice swing dancing.
Contact Person: Nicholle Ryan, , wwu.swing@gmail.com, ryann4@cc.wwu.edu

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Tango Club

The Tango Club is to teach the history, style, and dance of the Argentine tango.
Contact Person: Layton Miller, 360-250-2066, westerntango@hotmail.com,

Tap Club

The purpose of the Tap Club is to provide both students who have tap danced before and those who haven't an opportunity to learn how to tap dance and continue to improve their skills.
Contact Person: Niko Olsen, 425-387-4423, niko2004@hotmail.com,

Teach For America @ WWU

Teach For America @ WWU hopes to raise awareness of the issue of educational inequality and spotlight Teach For America's role in the movement toward equity.
Contact Person: Ben Esser, 509-592-7393, esserb@cc.wwu.edu, westernccc@gmail.com

The Film Club

Film: art cinema, classics, criterion collection, AFI's 100 shorts films, award winners, obscurties… whatever. Watch significant films, bring in your own works and writing. Come to understand the context, history and reception of viewed films, and participate in mind-opening discussions and debates.
Contact Person: Kelsey Bunce, 208-283-1028, buncek@cc.wwu.edu,

The Freethinker's Society

Our purpose is to provide students with and without faiths a chance to learn from each other through open discussions and friendly discourse. We do not advocate any specific religion, rather we provide a place where different philosophies can meet.
Contact Person: Jenny Blenk, 306-461-2587, blenkj@cc.wwu.edu,

The INN Ministries

The mission of the INN is to introduce young adults to Jesus Christ and encourage them to know and follow him as Savior and Lord. We do this by encouraging a Christ-centered community of care and support where people are encouraged to know and love God, equipped to serve Him and others.
Contact Person: Allison Lindsay, 360-733-7704, info@theinnministries.org, allisonlindsay39@gmail.com
Website: http://theinnministries.org

The Leroy Jenkins Society

Organize LAN parties at WWU. Organize 200-person PC/console LAN party in January '09 as a fundraiser for Child's Play.
Contact Person: Nicholas Paleveda, 360-305-0928, paleveda@gmail.com,

Transfer Students Club

The Transfer Students Club will provide a place for transfer students to relate and have access to more information and resources, as well as learn some tools that we all should know.
Contact Person: Mary Crowe, 509-947-6821, marybarrie16@gmail.com,

TransPort

To create a positive, safe, respectful support system for people who identify as transgendered, transsexual, gender-variant, intersexed, non-identified, etc. We provide weekly meetings as well as open, fun trans-themed events.
Contact Person: Cory Hoffman, 425-753-5328, hoffmac5@cc.wwu.edu,

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Underwater Hockey

To provide a place where students/community members can meet to play underwater hockey.
Contact Person: Eric Brenhaus, 425-614-8666, brenhae@cc.wwu.edu,

United Ministries in Higher Education

To provide a forum for information, discussion and reflection on the interrelationship of Christian faith, science, culture, workplace, and society.
Contact Person: Mary Robinson-Mohr or Vicki L. Day, , vickiday14@msn.com,

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Veg Sport

Veg Sport is an enriching club that educates diverse athletes on the vegan/vegetarian diet with sports. The club will place emphasis on how to achieve optimum sports performance via nutrition and exercise.
Contact Person: Kate Eiford, 360-624-5375, eifordk@students.wwu.edu,

Vietnamese Student Association

Promote unity among Vietnamese students within and outside WWU. Help them to adapt to college life, maintain cultural awareness, build communication and leadership skills through teamwork, and maintain public relations through community and school services.
Contact Person: Sang Nguyen , 360-359-2040, vsa.western@gmail.com, nguyens4@cc.wwu.edu
Website: http://www.wwu.edu/~vsa/

Viking Community Builders

Viking Community Builders brings awareness to issues affecting Western students and strengthens connections with the Bellingham community. The club provides a forum to discuss issues, generate solutions, and enact them all to promote dialogue among neighbors and build community.
Contact Person: Matthew Osborne, 253-224-3048, osbornm5@cc.wwu.edu,

Vikings' Community for Israel Awareness (Vikings CIA)

To present an impartial view and fair-based understanding of Middle Eastern politics, especially the Palestinian-Israeli situation. To give information about Middle Eastern culture.
Contact Person: Adi Kletter, 425-802-5468, klettea@cc.wwu.edu,

VOX: Voices for Planned Parenthood

To raise campus awareness about reproduction health and rights in order to further add to the national and international reproductive rights efforts. VOX supports comprehensive and complementary health care services, public policies that reinforce this basic right, and educational programs that enhance the understanding of human sexuality.
Contact Person: Kelsey Williams, 360-701-0187, kelsey.williams@mbpp.org,
Website: http://www.plannedparenthood.org

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WashPIRG

WashPIRG Students is the campus outreach program of WashPIRG (Public Interest Research Group), a grassroots-organized and supported organization which addresses issues of the public interest. For student PIRGs, we work on projects like the Student Debt Alert, Campus Climate Challenge, Campaign Against Hunger & Homelessness, and the New Voter's Project.
Contact Person: JaneLee Waldock, 206-349-2622, janeleewaldock@gmail.com,
Website: http://www.studentpirgs.org

Western Allies

The purpose of Western Allies is to provide a place for people to discuss social justice issues as well as to spread the word and start discussions on campus and in the community about these issues. We want Western Allies to be a place for community-building and networking, especially with other social justice groups, in order to support each other in our common goal of educating ourselves and those around us about privilege and oppression and skills for social change, or ally skills. We recognize that being an ally is never something we can completely arrive at, rather a continuing goal that we are constantly working towards and we want to creatre a space to share our experiences in doing so by holding regular, ongoing dialogues to discuss social justice issues.
Contact Person: Lindsay Worley, 208-859-1289, westernallies@gmail.com,

Western Animal Rights Network

To educate about animal issues
Contact Person: Rebekah Kraft, 206-501-7395, wwuwarn@gmail.com,

Western Birding Club

The purpose of the Western Birding Club is to educate and inspire members of the WWU community about birds, raise awareness about avian issues, and make the greater bellingham area as bird-friendly as possible.
Contact Person: John Rohrback, 206-491-0800, westernbirdingclub@gmail.com, john.rohrback@gmail.com

Western Contradance Club

To provide contradances, music jams and workshops on campus.
Contact Person: Josie Sokoloff-Toney, 360-480-9262, josiefiddles@gmail.com,

Western Democrats

The Western Democrats serves as the official chapter of the Democratic Party at WWU. Whether you are interested in a political career, would like to meet and work with legislators at the local and national level, have an interest in progressive policy-making and current events, or would just like to engage with fellow Democrats at WWU, this is the place for you.
Contact Person: Anne Jansen, (360) 820-9610, annjancan@gmail.com, westerndems@yahoo.com
Website: http://www.wwudems.org

Western Design Consultant Group

The purpose of the Western Design Consultant Group is to bridge the gap between the VRI and the Industrial Design program. This group will help to familiarize students with the process of concurrent design and also to have hands-on experience in producing and following through with an end product, as well as developing skills in vehicle design, rendering, and presentation.
Contact Person: Kyle Thomas, 253-678-8391, kylethomas587@gmail.com,

Western Jewish Gals

We seek to provide a space for all Jewish Gals on campus, where they can freely address their concerns in a supportive, social environment. We seek to create innovative programs to foster a sense of Jewish and feminine pride, along with a sense of community and belonging. We are an open space and anyone is welcome to check us out.
Contact Person: Monica Neiman, 425-281-1314, neimanm@cc.wwu.edu,

Western Kiteboarders

We extend the opportunity for anyone interested in kiteboarding to come together and enjoy the amazing sport. We offer lessons to beginners and want as many people as possible to be a part of a sport that is great for the environment.
Contact Person: Andrew Olive, 253-797-0763, olviea@cc.wwu.edu,

Western Mages Guild

For the appreciation, trading, and organized competitive play of the collectible card game, Magic: The Gathering.
Contact Person: Bill Carroll, , billchu13@yahoo.com,

Western Men Against Violence

To create a campus and community free of violence, to promote relationships based on equality and respect, to encourage positive, healthy expressions of masculinity, and to be visible, outspoken allies for all who experience prejudice and discrimination.
Contact Person: Joshua O'Donnell, 360-650-3290, joshua.odonnell@wwu.edu,
Website: http://www.wwu.edu/~wmav

Western Overtone and Throat Singers

To share materials and techniques related to harmonic singing styles. This includes Tuuan, Mongolian, Inuit, "western," and Xhosa throat singing as well as any instruments for accompaniment or any form of harmonic singing/weird sounds.
Contact Person: Alex McAlvay, 206-271-6295, choscenne@hotmail.com,

Western Pregnancy Options & Support

To connect students to resources available for young women facing unplanned pregnancies through the life-affirming services of the Whatcom County Pregnancy Clinic. Connect students with support resources for people who may have experienced emotional aftereffects of abortion. Raise awareness of and equip students for healthy relationships.
Contact Person: Sarah Anderson, 360-927-7069, ander331@cc.wwu.edu,

Western Sound System Federation

Although the music community in Bellingham is strong, thriving and vibrant, there is a great desire for more diversity and eclecticism in the range of events and programming brought to town. The goal of the Western Sound System Federation is to satisfy this desire--to bring performers and organize events that promote a cross-cultural pollination of ideas and traditions through music. We are a group of students dedicated to the communicative power of music and strive to put on events that will not only entertain, but expand the knowledge of the audience and the diversity of the community--both that of Western Washington University and the city of Bellingham at large.
Contact Person: Sarah Fischer, 360-621-3482, fisches2@cc.wwu.edu,

Western Students Against Cancer

Our purpose is to create a college campus that is supportive of cancer survivors and those whose lives are affected by cancer. We hope to increase knowledge about cancer in our community through service projects and volunteer opportunities. WSAC will work to increase knowledge about preventable measures students/faculty/staff can take to decrease the risks associated with developing cancer. We will also work to decrease smoking, tanning, and other risk factors for preventable cancers within the WWU population.
Contact Person: Catherine McDonald, 253-651-6882, wwuwsac@hotmail.com, mcdonac5@cc.wwu.edu
Website: http://www.wwu.edu/~wsac

Western Students for Hunger Awareness

The purpose of this club is to raise awareness about hunger and poverty issues in Whatcom County. The primary focus is on Food Stamp Awareness and other hunger-related resources in the community.
Contact Person: Brandon Kilgore, 360-739-9584, brandonkkilgore@gmail.com,

Western Washington University Institute of Literary Sciences

To provide an outlet for anyone with a passion for writing, no matter what the form.
Contact Person: Amanda Beatrix Kay, 509-386-0275, amandabkay@gmail.com,

Women in the Woods

Introducing women to the outdoors while supporting environmental stewardship throughout the greater Western community. Women in the Woods brings women together to encourage strength, the spirit of adventure, and concern for the local environment by exploring our relationship with the world around us.
Contact Person: Katy Howell, , westernwomeninthewoods@gmail.com,

World Injustice Awareness

This club was started out of a desire to bring attention and compassion to the people and issues commonly ignored by the American Government and mass media corporations. As a club, our goal is to invite and challenge Western students, faculty, and the community to be informed and aware of international crises, by providing resources, presenting information, and connecting community members to further involvement opportunities.
Contact Person: Maria McGill Zupan, 360-305-8386, maria.causegirl@gmail.com,
Website: http://www.ac.wwu.edu/~wiac

WWU Baja SAE DesignTeam

The WWU Baja SAE Design Team participates in an intercollegiate engineering design competition for undergraduate and graduate engineering students. The object of the competition is to simulate real-world engineering design projects and their related challenges. Each team is competing to have its design accepted for manufacture by a fictitious firm. The students must function as a team to design, build, test, promote and compete with a vehicle within the limits of the rules, also to generate financial support for their project and manage their educational priorities.
Contact Person: Drew Thayer, 360-961-0794, dmthayer@easy.com,
Website: http://www.saebaja.com

WWU Bodybuilding Club

Share lifting programs, diets, supplements, proteins. Meet training partners and train for future competitions. Improve overall physique and maintain year round. Meet bodybuilders like Toney Freeman, Dexter Jackson, and Tanji Johnson.
Contact Person: Stephanie Singer, 425-213-2554, singerdinger87@hotmail.com,

WWU Book Club

We are Western students who want to take a break from textbooks and have some fun reading. We will meet a few times a quarter and discuss books that we decide to read.
Contact Person: Anne Wilcox, , willcoa@students.wwu.edu,

WWU Community Healthers

The club will be creating a space for people interested in Community Health and/or already involved in the major.
Contact Person: Heather Flaherty, 360-224-7313, heather.flaherty2@gmail.com,

WWU Economics Association

The Western Washington University Economics Association seeks to inform students with an interest in economics about the careers and opportunities open to them. In addidtion to inviting guest speakers, we have meetings to discuss current economic trends, theory and policy as well as what it all means for us as the future leaders of the free world.
Contact Person: Rachel Mesko, 208-890-5831, wwuecon@gmail.com, rachel.mesko@gmail.com
Website: http://www.ac.wwu.edu/~economic

WWU Handball Club

To promote the game of handball to our peers and to compete in the sport of handball at the local and national levels.
Contact Person: Missy Mitchell, 360-371-6200, mitchee3@cc.wwu.edu, elizabethk.mitchell@gmail.com

WWU Hip Hop Association

To increase awareness about the B-boying (B-boy meaning Break Boy) culture in general, as well as, the hip-hop movement, and primarily practice breakdancing. Due to breakdancing being a highly physically demanding form of dance, we like to motivate our members so that we satisfy our goal of providing an enjoyable environment for people to learn, practice, and improve.
Contact Person: Ethan Leung & Alexander Lin, 360-621-8866 or 425-318-2046, leunge@students.wwu.edu, lina3@students.wwu.edu

WWU Humans vs. Zombies

To set up a game called "Humans vs. Zombies" twice a year for all of Western to participate in, once all necessary campus approvals have been secured.
Contact Person: Matt Weiser, 509-990-9296, wwuhumansvszombies@live.com, weiserm@students.wwu.edu

WWU Hybrid Team

This club is to get students more involved with the automotive program here at Western and for the program to continue to be one of the top programs in the nation. We will be working on two cars that were built here at Western by students, to improve on them throughout the year.
Contact Person: Alexander Freund, 360-734-0407, thunderbolt35@hotmail.com,
Website: http://wwuhybridteam.com

WWU Juggling Club

To learn, teach and promote juggling and its related arts.
Contact Person: Aaron Pouliot, 206-930-2240, aaron.pouliot@gmail.com,

WWU Metal & Hardcore Club

We would like to give students with a passion for heavy music an opportunity to gather and relate. We will meet each week with new releases and topics of discussion. Constructive criticism is welcome. It might also open opportunities for students with similar musical interest to start bands.
Contact Person: Paul Israel, 360-870-0998, israelp@cc.wwu.edu,

WWU Neuroscience Club

Further our understanding and involvement in neuroscience topics. Build connections with other Western students with similar interests and goals. In addition, we will discuss academic progression in the field of neuroscience.
Contact Person: John Harkness, 425-503-4593, johnharkness@wwuneuroscience.com,
Website: http://www.wwuneuroscience.com

WWU People for Choice

We are a group of people that believe in a woman's right to make informed decisions about her body without guilt or threat of persecution. It is our wish, hope and goal to inform women of their options and fight for our freedom of choice.
Contact Person: Lisa Hust, , wwuchoice@live.com,

WWU Pre-Med Club

To provide a channel through which Western students interested in the medical profession can come together to collaborate on the following: plan and participate in events that will explore the medical field and prepare students for the medical school application process, advocate for the improvement of pre-health advising programs within the University, discuss current healthcare and ethical issues relevant to future physicians, and participate in the betterment of health care in the community.
Contact Person: Stewart Schaefer, 206-370-0504, wwupremed@gmail.com,

WWU Road Racers

To introduce and egage students, faculty, and Bellingham residents in running road and trail races. Goals of the WWU Road Racers club are to promote running and healthy competition along with raising funds for local organizations.
Contact Person: Kyle Mears, 360-314-9348, kylesan90@aol.com,

WWU Scrabble Club

We assemble weekly to play the world's greatest word game: Scrabble, both casually and competitively. All levels of skill and experience are encouraged to join us and have a good time!
Contact Person: Jayson Radmer, 206-290-1514, wwuscrabbleclub@gmail.com, radmerj@students.wwu.edu

WWU Snowboarding

Provide Western students with an opportunity to participate in the exciting sport of snowboarding.
Contact Person: Casey Desmond, 206-372-3352, desmona@cc.wwu.edu, casey.desmond1@gmail.com

WWU Student Veteran's Association

We are a service-based organization for veterans, by veterans (and their supporters). We hold a non-partisan viewpoint and are dedicated to veterans, their famililes, and the community in which we live.
Contact Person: Matt Corey, 360-927-9671, coreym2@students.wwu.edu,

WWU Students for Ladyfest Bellingham

Ladyfest Bellingham is a music/arts/ideas festival celebrating the creativity of women, transfolks, queers, etc. The festival, which runs annually in June includes concerts, art shows, skill shares, film showings, and games. ALL are welcome to attend and help in the preparation process.
Contact Person: Melanie Estes, 425-894-8188, melanie.estes@gmail.com, ladyfestbham@gmail.com
Website: http://www.ladyfestbham.org

WWU XPrize Team

The WWU XPrize Team will be competing in the Progressive Automotive XPrize race during the summer of 2010. Until that point, team members will be working on completing the hybrid car used in the race and will construct a theoretical business and marketing plan as if they were going to produce and sell 10,000 cars a year. Students from the engineering, business, communications, and journalism departments will be coming together to reach this goal.
Contact Person: Brent Wise, 425-879-4040, brentjwise@aol.com,

WWU-ACLU-WA

The purpose of the WWU-ACLU-WA is to promote the cause of civil liberties among the students, faculty, and staff at WWU and to take such action to further this purpose as is consistent with the policies and regulations of the American Civil Liberties Union of Washington (ACLU-WA).
Contact Person: Matt Osborne, 253-224-3048, osbornm5@cc.wwu.edu,