Student Organizations
Aiesec Saint Louis at UMSLAiesec is a global, non-political, independent, not-for-profit student exchange organization run by students and recent graduates of institutions of higher education. Its members are interested in world issues, leadership and management. Aiesec is the world's largest student organization and is the international platform for young people to discover and develop their potential. Our partner organizations look at Aiesec as a way to support the development of young people and to have access to high-potential young talent from around the world.
Amnesty International
The mission of Amnesty International is to undertake research and action
focused on preventing and ending grave abuses of the right to physical well-being
and the right to mental integrity, on protecting the freedom of conscience
and expression, and on ensuring freedom from discrimination, within the context
of its work to promote all human rights. Amnesty Interational is independent
of any government, political ideology, or oppose the views of the victims
whose rights it seeks to protect. It is concerned solely with the impartial
protection of human rights.
Associated Black Collegians
The purpose of the Associated Black Collegians is to promote academic, political,
cultural, and social awareness among the Black students at the University
of Missouri-St. Louis and the local Black community in general.
Black Student Nurses Association
The purpose of the Barnes College Black Student Nurses Association shall
be to: serve as a support group for the African-American students within the
Barnes College of Nursing; assure that the African American student perspective
is represented in every aspect of the Barnes College of Nursing community;
be the vehicle for unifacation of African American nursing students to insure
continuity and flow of our common heritage; collaborate with other African
American groups to compile archives relevant to the historical, current, and
future activities of African American nurses; aid in the development of the
whole person, and his/her professional role, and his/her responsibility for
the health care of people in all walks of life.
Campus Crusade for Christ
The purpose of Campus Crusade for Christ is to help students understand what
it means to have a relationship with God and to give those students a chance
to grow in their relationship with God through Bible study, prayer, and fellowship.
Our goal is to provide a place on campus where students can form close friendships
with other students and where they can grow in their relationship with God.
Catholic Newman Center
The purpose of Newman Center shall be to become a visible presence of the
Catholic Church at UM-St. Louis and to provide opportunities for members to
interact with each other, non-members, and former members on social, educational
and spiritual levels. Newman House is located at 8200 Natural Bridge Road,
St. Louis, MO 63121, 385-3455.
Chi Alpha Christian Fellowship
The vision of Chi Alpha is reconciling students to Christ. Chi Alpha is committed
to expressing the love of God to university students by presenting the claims and
teaching of Jesus Christ. Students from all denominations and backgrounds are
welcomed and encouraged to attend. We desire to form a community of prayer,
fellowship, discipline, and witness at the University of Missouri-St Louis.
Chinese Students
Association - Mainland
Our goals are: (1) To provide the Chinese students and American people with
more opportunities to know each other's culture, to develop a better understanding
and friendship between them, and to enrich the cultural diversity on our campus
by contribution to and participation in various activities. (2) To provide
Chinese students with various kinds of help, making it easier to gain success
in their academic study at UMSL.
Chinese
Students Association - Taiwan
The purposes of Chinese Student Association are to provide information and activities
that enhance the reputation of UMSL to attract and retain more Chinese students,
to enrich their life while attending UMSL, and to promote the Chinese Culture
Exchange with all UMSL students.
Delta Sigma Theta
The principal purposes and aims of this Sorority shall be to engage in cultural,
educational, and public service activities: to establish, maintain and encourage
high cultural, intellectual and moral standards.
Helping Hands Mentoring Project
Mentors assist African American students proteges who are new to the campus,
those on academic probation or those who need help adjusting to college life
in numerous ways. The mentors provide resource information, offer tutoring,
and assist with academic, social, and career issues. Mentors are available
to listen to the concerns of proteges on any issue and will provide as much
assistance as possible. Mentors will also work one-on-one or in groups with
their proteges.
Hispanic Latino Association
The purpose of this organization shall be to promote culture awareness of
the Hispanic community toward increasing greater social and cultural understanding
with other campuses and the greater community. To raise funds for BECA, the
HISLA Scholarship. To organize scholarship, literary, musical, educational
programs, and to sponsor or engage in endeavors considered practical and beneficial
for the purpose of collecting funds necessary for the achievement of the ideals
which it pursues.
Indian Students Association
The purpose of the Indian Students Association is to provide a chance for
the Indian students at UM-St. Louis to assemble together, to celebrate various
national and cultural festivals of India, to address the needs and requirements
of Indian students at UM-St. Louis, to provide assistance to new Indian students
to get settled on campus and in St. Louis, and to promote awareness of UM-St.
Louis in India and attracting more Indian Students.
Indonesian Student Association
The purpose of Indonesian Student Association shall be to strengthen the
relationship among the Indonesian students and students of other nationalities
through various activities. Those activities include cultural, educational,
social and recreational, and also to help new Indonesian students to be succeed
in their academic and social life.
International
Business Club
The International Business Club desires to provide UMSL students with knowledge
and experience in the area of International Business. The Club will seek to
provide a forum for professional and social contact between and among students
and professionals working in or with International Business. Guest Speakers
from international firms will help accomplish the Club's goals through presentations
and workshops.
International Students Organization
The International Students Organization is a special interest group. Its purposes
are 1) to promote international understanding and cultural exchange for UM-St.
Louis students; 2) assist in the acclimation of new students to the campus
and city; and 3) to share and exchange international cultures with the UM-St.
Louis community by encouraging students to participate in both on and off
campus activities related to their fields of studies and interest. All students
are welcome to become members, both American as well as International. We
invite you to join us in the sharing and learning of cultures around the world.
Japan America Students Association
The Japan America Student
Association will give members a relaxed environment university students to
practice Japanese and experience the unique culture of Japan as well as provide
an opportunity for Japanese exchange students to practice English and experience
the culture of America. The Association will accomplish this purpose through
educational, social and service events.
Korean Students Association
The purpose of the Korean Student Organization shall be to inform and promote
Korean cultural exchange among University of Missouri-St. Louis students.
The main goal of KSO is to help Korean students to adjust to the educational
system and help in their acclimation while they are studying in this University.
Muslim Students Association
The purpose shall be to educate UM-St. Louis students about Islam. Arrange
to celebrate Muslim festivals for UM-St. Louis students. Establish Friday
Prayers for UMSL students, counsel?s Muslim students, recruit Muslim students
from local and nation wide high schools. Protect Muslim students from any
type of harassment.
National Association of Black Accountants
We, a group of students with similar academic and future professional interests
in accounting, desire to unite in a student association to promote group identity,
to advance academic development, to create esprit de corps, to instill desire
for self-improvement, to foster moral and ethical standards, to encourage
and recognize academic achievement, to cultivate a sense of professional and
civic responsibility and service, to promote the study of accounting, and
to provide opportunities for association with other student organizations.
Pan-African Association
The purpose of the Pan African Association at UMSL shall be to bring together
students of African origin and, or decent in a manner that promotes social-cultural
interactions and exchange of knowledge and information about Africa with other
UMSL students and faculty from other parts of the world.
PRIZM
PRIZM is UMSL's Queer/Straight Student Alliance. The purpose of PRIZM is
to provide a visible and positive voice the gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender
and ally (GLBTA) community on campus. Our membership is composed of all sexual
orientations and is committeed to defeating negative GLBT stereotypes and
gaining GLBT equality by hosting social events, providing education to others
about GLBT issues and being actively involved in the UMSL and St. Louis GLBT
communities.
Sigma Gamma Rho
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. was founded on November 12, 1922 in Indianapolis,
Indiana by seven school teachers. As a leading national service organization
we continue to soar to greater heights of attainment around the world. Sigma
Gamma Rho Sorority has met the challenges of the day and continues to grow
through Sisterhood, Scholarship and Service. We are committed to, and working
toward improving the quality of our lives and the society we serve. The PI
MU chapter was charted on this campus in March 2004. Our members are very
friendly, dedicated, and quality women. Sigma Gamma Rho, in its quest to expand
its area of service and diversity, actively participates in the sponsoring
of national and international programs designed for the improved welfare of
all people. Candidates may be accepted for undergraduate membership after
successfully completing one semester at UMSL. You must be enrolled as a full
time student and have a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale).
SistaKeeper - UMSL Chapter
SistaKeeper UMSL Chapter, will develop a multicultural sisterhood; that is
diverse, building self-esteem, character, leadership, college and community
awareness& SistaKeeper Empowerment Centers vision is to promote diversity,
build self-awareness and self-esteem, decrease teen pregnancy, increase HIV/AIDS
awareness, stop violence in our communities, increase literacy and mold the
future leaders of our local, national and global communities. As a SistaPartner,
SistaKeeper UMSL Chapters goal is to partner with SKEC to continue to build
positive partnerships throughout our local communities.
Spanish Club
The purpose of the Spanish Club is to promote and encourage the learning
of the Spanish language and understanding of Hispanic Culture.
Students with DisAbilities
The Students with disAbility Association's (SDA) primary goal is to promote
disAbility awareness on the UM-St. Louis campus by providing opportunities
for faculty, staff and students to increase their sensitivity to disAbility
related issues. SDA actively supports students with disAbilities in their
efforts to achieve full campus integration. The improved accessibility of
buildings and programs enhances the quality of the University and helps
to recruit and retain students with disAbilities. SDA's activities contribute
to students' cultural, social, educational, and career development by providing
a positive and safe learning atmosphere for everyone.
Thai Students Association
The purpose of this organization shall be to strengthen the relationship
among the Thai students with students of other nationalities through various
activities. These activities include cultural, educational, social and recreational,
and also to help new Thai students succeed in their academic and social life.