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Student Clubs and Organizations Greek Societies
Adelphic Alpha Pi
was
founded in 1862 as a literary society and is open to the men of Olivet
College. The fraternity motto is Semper Fidelis, always faithful.
It is the brother organization to Sigma Beta.
Alpha Lambda Epsilon
was
founded in 1922 as a sorority. The society reorganized its membership in
1975 to admit men, thus becoming the first co-educational
literary/social society in the nation. The society motto is Bear Well
the Torch. Alpha Lambda Epsilon is the cousin organization to Kappa
Sigma Alpha.
Alpha Phi Kappa
was established in 1997 to promote better understanding between cultures
and endorse brotherhood among its membership.
“Elite,”
also known as Alpha Xi Omega, was founded as a club in the
1970s and became a society during the 1995 fall semester. Elite works to
create a better understanding among all students at Olivet College in
the areas of diversity and multicultural awareness.
Eta
Psi Kappa
was
established in 2001 to promote unity of all women on campus. The society
motto is The Righteous Endorse till Judgment.
Kappa Sigma Alpha
was founded in 1922 and is the cousin organization to Alpha Lambda
Epsilon. The fraternity motto is Wisdom Conquers All.
Mu
Omega Pi
was
established in 2001 to assist young men in growth and development
through leadership, brotherhood and spirituality. Their motto is
Striving for Perfection.
Nu
Gamma Xi
was founded in 1997 by 12 women. The purpose is to promote unity,
sisterhood and high academic standards among women with similar
interests. They are the sisters of Alpha Xi Omega.
Phi
Alpha Pi
was
founded in 1847 and is the oldest society on the Olivet College campus.
In 1861, Phi Alpha Pi became a literary society. The fraternity motto is
Progress, Truth and Friendship. The fraternity is the brother
organization to Soronian.
Sigma Beta
was founded in 1907 by three Olivet College women as a literary society.
The house was completed in 1963. Their motto is Friends of the Best.
Sigma Beta is the sister society to Adelphic Alpha Pi. Soronian, also known as
the Iota Kappa Omicron society, was founded in 1847. It is the oldest
collegiate society in the continental United States. The sorority motto
is Strong in Love, Firm in Right. It is the sister organization
to Phi Alpha Pi. Professional and Honor Societies Alpha Phi Sigma
is the honor society for criminal justice majors.
Alpha Pi Upsilon is the honor society for pre-medical,
pre-dental, pre-veterinary and other professional health related majors.
Alpha Psi Omega was established to provide an environment where
students of theater or students who are interested in participating in
theater oriented activities can learn, participate and become
involved.
American Marketing Association is the largest professional
association for marketers, established to provide opportunities for
professional development and networking.
Phi Epsilon Kappa recognizes students in the areas of physical
education, health, recreation, dance, human performance, exercise
science, sports medicine and sports management.
Sigma Tau Delta is the honor society for English majors. Co-curricular Student Organizations The Association of Computer Machinery was
established to promote an increased knowledge of the science, design,
development, construction, language and applications of modern computing
machinery. Alpha Omega takes an interest in the mental,
emotional and spiritual development of believers and how the believer
can improve their walk with Christ. Art Alliance was established to promote
artistic awareness on campus, in the surrounding communities and for
those who are interested in the arts. The Black Student Union was
started in 1994 to allow students to be more cohesive in dealing with
their peers as well as the campus as a whole. The Black Student Union
sponsors activities and programs that broaden the social environment of
the college.
Common Ground was established to increase
awareness of sexual orientation issues in and around Olivet College and
to provide a supportive and egalitarian atmosphere for members of our
community, regardless of sexual orientation. Earthbound, Olivet College’s
environmental awareness organization, provides environmental programs
for the campus and community, sponsors field trips, attends
environmental conferences and seminars, volunteers at the annual
Michigan Crane Festival and participates in the campus recycling program
and the habitat restoration efforts at the college’s biological
preserve. Fellowship of Christian Athletes was
established to use the medium of athletics to impact the word of Christ.
The organization focuses on serving the local community by equipping,
empowering and encouraging its members to make a difference. The Free Yo’ Mind open mic is
a creative arts program held at Olivet College’s that provides an outlet
for the campus community to express themselves artistically. Its vision
is to create campus unity and enlightenment through creative arts. The
Free Yo’ Mind Creative Arts Mentoring Program is directed towards
mentoring local youth in the areas of self awareness, performing arts
and artistic appreciation.
The Olivet College Gospel Choir is a student
organization that provides a diverse opportunity to give praises through
song to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. The choir also has additional
ministries that includes Prayz N’ Motion (Praise Dance, Mime and Sign
Ministry), Prayz (Praise Team), poetry, rapping, stepping, greeters and
ushers. Helping Hands was established to challenge
students in respect to their leadership development. The organization
provides its members opportunities for growth and development in
community service. International Club Music Educators National Conference was
established to increase interest, knowledge and productivity in all
areas of music education. The Olivet College chapter of the NAACP was
established in 2006. The NAACP believes strongly that future
leaders must be developed today, and such development is ongoing in the
Youth and College Division, created in 1936. Today, there are more than
30,000 young people representing 400 youth councils, high school
chapters and college chapters actively involved in the civil rights
movement. Olivet Fencers and Swashbucklers Club Photography Club was established to
cultivate and broaden the photographic interests of its members by
exposing them to as wide a mix of photography styles and mediums as
possible and to provide education, guidance, competition and social
interaction. The club provides a relaxed, informal meeting environment
free from any traditional constraints or limitations of photographic
style. The club’s primary objective is to foster and encourage the
development of photographic style and appreciation. The Residence Hall Association is the
representative voice for students in the campus residence halls. As a
governing body, RHA seeks to provide programs and activities for the
campus community, develop and implement policies and procedures
pertaining to the residence hall environment, provide opportunities for
discussion on college-related matters, including food-service,
facilities and administrative policy. Furthermore, RHA seeks to
establish relationship with commuters, Greeks and the Olivet College
community. While establishing strong community development and
traditions, RHA provides an excellent opportunity for leadership and
lasting friendships. Science Club was established to enlighten
students about science, including modern concepts, research and career
opportunities as well as to educate, encourage and assist members to
explore and expand their own scientific interests. Society of Hosford Scholars was established
to encourage its members in academic matters and the rallying of the
student body to focused endeavor with the goal of personal fulfillment
and excellence in the classroom, studio, laboratory and library. Student-Athlete Advisory Committee was
established to follow the guidelines set forth by the NCAA, which is the
college’s governing body for athletics. This committee allows the
college’s student-athletes to have a voice in matters that pertain to
them. Student Government
Association is the representative voice for the student
body. It promotes the welfare, protects the rights and represents the
opinions of Olivet College students, when possible. Furthermore, SGA
seeks to establish relationships between students, staff, faculty and
administrators. Women’s Empowerment was established to help
students become productive members of the college community promoting
Christianity, diversity, character building and individual and social
responsibility. Members are encouraged to seek knowledge and
understanding.
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