AS Clubs Categorically : Special Interest
AIYA! Animation Club
To cultivate awareness of Japanese animation with the hope of providing insight into Japanese culture and language.
Contact Person: Hailey Hepler;
aiya.wwu@gmail.com or heplerh@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
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 or blue.crew@wwu.edu
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: Joshua O'Donnell;
360-650-3290; Joshua.ODonnell@wwu.edu
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
Dreamer's Club
We are a group of people who like to come together and discuss our dreams. We talk about where they originated, what they mean and what we can do with them. We also discuss dream theory and try to improve our dreaming recall.
Contact Person: Grace Anne Wischerth;
718-755-7771; ieatsoyandzeugma@gmail.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 or matt.kelly@wwufsae.com
Website: http://www.wwufsae.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; benelephants@gmail.com
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: Chris Godwin;
253-569-9333; cgodwin06@yahoo.com
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 or lordaalser@yahoo.com
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: Brittany Bossman & Bethany Shackleford;
360-739-6164 or 425-737-6862; wwuibc@gmail.com
Website: http://www.cbe.wwu.edu/clubs/ibc/
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
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 Brisco;
206-304-9451; somcallmekrazy@yahoo.com
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: Jennifer Sandstrom;
360-201-3488; sandstj4@students.wwu.edu
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
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
Out of State Student Association
To cultivate community between out of state students.
Contact Person: Marcy Egger;
360-296-2531; wwu_ossa@hotmail.com or eggerm@cc.wwu.edu
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
Website: Facebook Search: Fun Time Coalition
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
Website: Facebook Search: Fun Time Coalition
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: Charlotte West;
206-595-9918; westc6@students.wwu.edu
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: Lauren Raine;
206-661-2423; rainel@students.wwu.edu
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: Melissa Pingree;
360-650-4198; pingrem@students.wwu.edu
Website: WWW.FIREECOLOGY.NET/SECTIONS/SAFE.HTML
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; esme.dutcher@gmail.com
Sweater Appreciation Society of Scholars
To celebrate and promote the wearing of fine sweaters and sweater vests through socializing and participating in high society activities.
Contact Person: Blake Lundquist;
509-209-1488; lundqub@students.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: Matthew Latham;
425-495-4081; cpplatham@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
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
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 Mullet Mustache and Big Hair Club
The Mullet Mustache and Big Hair Club is a recreational club that focuses on the promotion of uncoventional hair styles and fun activities like hula hooping, treasure hunts, and many other shenanigans.
Contact Person: Paden Newberry;
425-387-1643; paden14@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 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@gmail.com or 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 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: Chris Scodeller;
206-719-1320; wwupremed@gmail.com or scodelc2@students.wwu.edu