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Information on clubs & organizations, activities: Student Life Office: Located on the second level (Room 112) of the Charles E. Rollins Center, 215-968-8257.

Let's try something new and explore your interests while a student at Bucks!

We have clubs and organizations on all three of our campuses with some common goals.

  • Have fun.
  • Meet new friends.
  • Sharpen leadership skills.
  • Try something new.
  • Build that resume!

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who can Join Bucks Clubs and Organizations?

  • All currently enrolled Bucks students.

Q: Is there a time of year when I can join something?

  • No! You can join a club any time of the year. Contact the Student Life Office 215-968-8257 if you have specific questions about a group.

Q: I have an idea for a club. Can I start a new club or organization?

  • Yes! There are few restrictions involved in forming new student clubs.

Here is the basic process:

  1. You must completely fill out all paperwork from the Student Life Office.
  2. You must find a full or part time faculty or staff member to act as the official advisor.
  3. You must create a Constitution.
  4. You must gain approval by a majority vote by the Student Government Association to obtain status as an officially recognized student organization of Bucks.

Q: My group isn't official yet, but I want to reserve a room and hold an event to build my membership. Is that allowed?

  • No. An organization must be officially recognized by the Student Government and the College prior to requesting and utilizing College facilities for activity purposes. The College will establish priority for use of its facilities.

 

How to join a club using this website:

  1. Look at the list below and read about each club.
  2. Fill out the club interest form and submit it to the Student Life Office.   You may select more then one club and Student Life will forward you contact info to each club advisor you have selected.
  3. If you have questions,  email the club advisor and be sure to ask when and where their next meeting will be held.
  4. If you don't hear from a club contact,  please email Carol Brandt in the Student Life Office at  brandtc@bucks.edu and be sure and put you in touch with someone from the club.

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS

Click on a club name or scroll through the entire list below!

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Educational:

Arts & Media:

Service / Causes:

Diversity:

Honors Organizations/ Societies:

Recreation:

Faith Focused:

Social /Networking:

Student Leadership/ Programming:

Inactive Clubs (Students/ Advisors Needed)

 

Club Listing:

American Studies (Meetings at Newtown)
To offer students the opportunity to have educational discussions on a monthly basis with other students who share the same interests.

Advisor:  David Bates batesd@bucks.edu

Anime Club (Meetings at Newtown)

The purpose of the club is to offer an enrichment of the japanese culture through anime (japanese animation) to the students of Bucks. Also, to gather together fans of the culture and the genre.

 

Advisor: Sarah Jakub

Buck 3D Sculpture Club (Meetings at Newtown)
The objectives of this club is to function as a cocurricular group whose focus is to further their knowledge and understanding of 3 dimensional art, it’s ideation and processes. They meet every first Saturday of the month at 1 pm in 3D Arts Center.

Website:  http://www.bucks3darts.com

Advisor:  Jon Burns, 215-968-6377

Body Positive (Meetings at Newtown)

Working with a culture obsessed with thinness, dieting and body image.

 bodypositive@bucks.live.edu

Advisor:  Tammy Bradley  bradleyt@bucks.edu   Kelly Recupero recupero@bucks.edu

Bucks Eco-Club (Meeting at Newtown)

We are on Facebook! (Click Here)

To offer the opportunity for the students of Bucks County Community College to discover and implement effective ways to protect and preserve the ecological environment on their campus, their community and their world.

Advisor: Peter Hall  Courtney Polidori

Bucks Photo Club:

Everything about photography. Taking pictures and getting the most out of your camera.

Advisor: Kimberly Witham

Black Student Union  (Meetings at Newtown) Inactive Status-Contact Student Life for all inquiries 215-968-8257.

The purpose of this club is to provide a positive support unit for African American students here at Bucks, and serve as a cultural, educational and social resource for the college. To promote, plan, and integrate school and community activities that stimulate intellectual, social and moral growth of the African American community at Bucks.

Advisor: June Rogers   rogersju@bucks.edu

 Bucks County Printmaking Society  (Meetings at Newtown)
The purpose of this club is to support printmaking and papermaking as vital contemporary art forms and encourage the appreciation of the printed image and all related media. They meet Thursdays at 7 pm in Hicks 106.

Advisor: Caren Friedman,  215-968-8671

Camping, Caving, Climbing, and Conservation Club  (4 C's Club)   (Meetings at Newtown) 

Inactive Status-Contact Student Life for all inquiries 215-968-8257.

The purpose of this club is to offer Caving, Camping and Climbing to students of Bucks in regards to the conservation and protection of the wildlife and environment.

Advisor:           

Catholic Club (Meetings at Newtown)
To offer students a community of faith to share prayer, scripture, and discussion in the context of the Catholic Faith, with a focus on fun and on projects for those who are in need.

Advisor:  Jean Dolan  dolanj@bucks.edu

The Centurion Newspaper   (Meetings at Newtown)
The College’s student newspaper, reports campus activities, student opinions, and community news. Students gain valuable experience in all aspects of newspaper production. Students interested in writing for the paper, should contact the newspaper’s office in the Rollins Center, Room 128. The Centurion is published weekly during the fall and spring semesters.

Web Site: http://www.bucks-news.com/

Centurion Newspaper Facebook Page

Journalism at Bucks Facebook Page

Advisor: Tony Rogers, (215) 968-8165

Centurion Supporters Club (Meetings at Newtown)
To generate support and assistance for Bucks Athletes and Sports enthusiasts by providing fan support, event staff, intramural officials, hosting athletic activities and marketing the overall athletic program.

Advisor:  Justin Burroughs  burrough@bucks.edu

Clay Club  (Meetings at Newtown)
The purpose of this club is to create an environment that enables its members to grow in technical proficiency of their ceramics skills and a forum for discussion of the nature of art, craft, and industry.

Advisor: Mike Stek  - Contact the Art Department for additional contact information  (215) 968-8425

 Chess Club (Meetings at Newtown)

The purpose is to give Bucks students and oppertunity to learn, discuss, and play Chess.

Advisor:  Christine Hagedorn

 Community Volunteer Corps (Meetings at Perkasie)

The purpose is to offer volunteer opportuities for Bucks students.

Advisor: Matt Haaz

Cultural Diversity Club  (Meetings at Newtown)  

Promotes the awareness of cultural diversity  on the BCCC campus through social and educational functions and programs.

Advisor: Sarah Jakub 

Dance, Dance, Dance  (Meet at the Newtown Campus)

The purpose of this club shall be to learn, teach, and experience a diversity of dance cultures. The group shall meet at least twice monthly, with additional meetings called when necessary. The time and place of both regular and specially called meetings shall be given appropriate publicity.

Advisor:  Sarah Jakub

Dance Squad (Meetings at Newtown)

Inactive Status-Contact Student Life for all inquiries 215-968-8257.


The purpose is to enjoy creating and performing dance routines.  Some routines are performed at the break of BCCC basketball games

Advisor:

Digital Gaming Club (Meetings at Newtown)
The purpose of The Hub is to create an environment of recreational gaming available to a wide range of preferences and age groups. Our club is aimed at showing individuals the benefits and excitement of the digital age and its possibilities.

Advisor: Robert Porche  215-504-8577

Drama Club (Meetings at Newtown)
Unites drama students and enthusiasts, giving both the opportunity to perform before the College community.  Always looking for members from all 3 campuses

Advisor: Doug Rosentrater  rosentra@bucks.edu

Faith, Hope and Charity  (Meetings at Newtown) Inactive Status-Contact Student Life for all inquiries 215-968-8257.
Helps fellow students who need a fresh start in life and also to raise funds for community service organizations who help the needy in our community.

Advisor: TBA

 Fitness Club:(Meeting at Newtown)

The club purpose is to learn how to live a healthy lifestyle through fitness, activities, healthy choices, etc.  

Club Advisor:  Kristin Kuzma

Future Teachers Organization (Meet at Newtown)
This organization was formed to give Education majors the opportunity to extend their field of study. To provide a forum for all members of the association an opportunity for discussion of and involvement with matters of Education. Please go to the Future Teachers Organization's website for meeting times and locations.

We are on Facebook! (Click Here)

Web Site: http://clubs.bucks.edu/fto

Advisor: Kate D,Auria , 215 968-8545

Gay- Straight Alliance (GSA) @ UBC (Meet at the Peraksie) 

Inactive Status-Contact Student Life for all inquiries 215-968-8257.

The purpose is to provide a safe haven for LGBTQA (Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Questioning/Queer Ally) individuals on campus. Furthermore, the club should work towards eliminating societal barriers that prevent LGBTQA members from participating fully in campus live.

Advisor: Pattie McEnry  215-258-7752

Glass Arts Society  (Meetings at Newtown)
This is a co-curricular club for students interested in the art of glass blowing and glass sculpture. The Glass Arts Society meets Thursdays at 6:00pm in the 3D Arts Building.

Web Site: http://clubs.bucks.edu/glassart
Advisor: Karl Carter, 215-504-8548

 Glee Club   (Meetings at Newtown Campus)

TBA

Advisor:  Sarah Jakub

Habitat for Humanity (H4H)@ UBC(Meet at the Peraksie Campus)

Supports the Bucks County Habitat for Humanity organization through volunteer work, fund raising and advocacy.

Advisors: Dr. Rodney Altemose 215-258-7751

Healthy Living Club

  (Meetings at Newtown)Inactive Status-Contact Student Life for all inquiries 215-968-8257.

To provide programs and activities that promote a healthy lifestyle for the students of Bucks County Community College.

Advisor: Vacant

Heritage Painting (Meetings at Newtown)

Inactive Status-Contact Student Life for all inquiries 215-968-8257.


To revive Bucks County’s long tradition of landscape painting.  Give students a chance to network with county’s local artists.

Advisor:  TBA

Hillel  (Meetings at Newtown) 
Inactive Status-Contact Student Life for all inquiries 215-968-8257.

 Is open to anyone who is interested in the Jewish faith and culture.

We have build a strong relationship with Hillel of Temple University over the years and participate in programs and activities with them and also on our own. We invite you to visit the link below.

Website: http://phillyhillel.org/

Advisor: Vacant

Human Rights Club  (Meetings at Newtown) 

Inactive Status-Contact Student Life for all inquiries 215-968-8257.

This club was just reactivated! The purpose is the raise awareness, create activites, and discuss human rights violations happening throughout the world.

Advisor:

Improv Club (Meetings in Newtown)
Our purpose is to offer participation in the improvisational  performance for the college community

Advisor:  Bill McLaughlin   mclaugw@bucks.edu

International Unity  (Meetings at Newtown) Inactive Status-Contact Student Life for all inquiries 215-968-8257.

Shares cultural information with the campus community, to offer help to all students, and to provide an exchange network on campus experience.

Advisor: Vacant       

InterVarsity Christian Fellowship   (Meetings at Newtown)
Is open to anyone who is questioning the credibility of Christianity, the relevance of Jesus Christ or seeking Christian fellowship.

Website: http://www.ivcfbucks.homestead.com

Advisor: Scott Bradshaw, 215-968-8453

Italian Club  (Meetings at Newtown)
Inactive Status-Contact Student Life for all inquiries 215-968-8257.

Is for all interested in Italian culture and language, sponsoring Italian talks, films, concerts, dinners and events.

Advisor: Matthew Rusnak, 215-968-8169

Kappa Beta Delta  (Meetings at Newtown)
Is a national honor society for business students who have completed at least 15 semester hours and have earned a GPA that places them in the top 20% of all students in their specific programs.

Advisor: Charles Beem, 215-968-8237

Literature Club (Meetings at LBC) Inactive Status-Contact Student Life for all inquiries 215-968-8257.

To offer a club where students can gather to discuss specific works of literature.

Advisor: 

Lower Bucks Programming Council (Meet at the Lower Bucks Campus)
Coordinates and schedules cultural and social events for the student body of the Lower Bucks Campus.

Advisor: Robin Scott 267-685-4802

Martial Arts  (Meetings at Newtown)
Develops skills in several different martial art forms while teaching individuals to work to their fullest potential.

Advisor: David Briggs, 215-968-8444  or Leave a message for David with the Health and Physical Dept. at (215) 968-8451

Muslim Club (Meetins at Newtown)

To propagate the pure teachings of Islam

Advisor: 

Night Owls (Meetings held through Facebook)  Inactive Status-Contact Student Life for all inquiries 215-968-8257.

Night Owls (Click Here!)

Provides an opportunity for our students who may only take evening courses a way to connect with other students in a virtual word using Facebook.

Advisor: Inactive

Nursing Club  (Meetings at Newtown)
Provides meetings for all nursing students to promote unity and general welfare of the members. Members provide at least two community service projects a year.

We are on Facebook! (Click Here!)

Advisor: Anne Marie Strecker, 215-968-8318

Open Door Club (Meetings at Newtown)
Provides support to gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgendered students. The organization promotes awareness and education of their issues as well as fostering an environment of mutual respect and a celebration of the diversity of all people.

We are on Facebook! (Click Here!)

Advisor: Max Probxt  (215) 968-8274

Phi Theta Kappa  (Meetings at Newtown and Perkasie )

Is a national honor society comprised of students with a cumulative average of 3.5 or above. The four hallmarks of the society are Leadership, Scholarship, Service and Fellowship. NEW! PTK is now meeting on our Upper Bucks Campus, Perkasie in addition to our Newtown Campus!

Website: http://www.ptk.org

Advisors: Charles Beem, 215-968-8237

Radio BUX - web radio   (Meetings at Newtown)

Priovide educational, entertainment, music, and sports based broadcasts for the college community and offer Bucks students with cutting edge web-based radio experience.

Advisor: John Sheridan, 215-968-8126

 

Ski & Snowboard Club  (Meetings at Newtown)
IWelcomes non-skiers to advanced to join in ski/snowboard outings, meetings, and social activities.

Website: www.bcccskiclub.com

Advisors: Donna Wilkoski

Social Science Club  (Meetings at Newtown)
Conducts trips and works with other groups to sponsor social, political, and service activities.

Fall 2011 Trip List: http://www.bucks.edu/news/socialscienceclubtrips/

Advisor: Karen Platts, Penn 301, 215-968-8287

Socratic Society:

We talk about Philosphy and philosophical things and a fun and interactive environment.

Advisors: Dr. Shah , Dr. Cobb

STAND- A student lead anti-genocide coalition: Bucks Chapter (Meetings at Newtown)

Inactive Status-Contact Student Life for all inquiries 215-968-8257.

Our purpose is to educate Bucks students about the genocide that is taking place in Darfur, Sudan, We will advocate for the U.S .government to take action to stop these crime against humanity, and fundraise to help protect men,women, and children who are raped and killed each day as they try and survive.

Website: http://www.standnow.org/

Advisor: Vacant

Students in Free Enterprise (S.I.F.E)   (Meetings at Newtown)
Is for students interested in local business activities, networking, and educational projects in the business community.
 
Website: http://www.sife.org (National Website)

We are on Facebook! (Click Here!)


Advisors:

Bruce Imber

Mitch Aglow, 215-968-6470

Student Government Association (SGA)   (Meetings at Newtown)
Represents the student body to the College Administration, faculty, and Board of Trustees at Bucks County Community College. SGA supports clubs and organizations; promotes participation by the students on college committees and distributes and administers their portion of the college activities fee to clubs and organizations, They meet every Tuesday buring the fall and spring semester at 12:30 in Rollins 112.

Website: http://www.bucks.edu/life/student/government/

Advisor: Matt Cipriano, 215-968-8257

Student Philanthropy (Meetings at Newtown)

Inactive Status-Contact Student Life for all inquiries 215-968-8257.

Educate students of the benefits available to them at the college such as: funds for student scholarships, and tuitions.

Advisor:  Adrienne Clark  clarka@bucks.edu 

Student Planning Activities (SPA) (Meet at the Perkasie Campus)
Students who create social events and activities for the student body of the Upper Bucks Campus.
 
Advisors: Patti McEnery   215-258-7752

Student Programming Board (SPB)    (Meetings at Newtown)
Their purpose is strictly dedicated to creating educational, cultural, social, and recreational activities for the students of Bucks using an allocated portion of the Student Activities Fee. The Student Programming Board strives to deliver a diverse array of programming each semesterthrough the efforts of its officers and committees.

Advisor: Matt Cipriano, 215-968-8257

Student Update / BCTV Club  (Meetings at Newtown) 
Familiarizes members with broadcasting skills and techniques while producing entertaining and informative programs to the Bucks campuses.

Website: clubs.bucks.edu/s_update

Student Update Facebook Page

Advisor: Ron Feeback, 215-968-8437

Tyler Literary Society (Meeting at Newtown)

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Produces the College literary publication issued each semester. Students may submit fiction, drama, poetry, science fiction, criticism, discursive essays, photographs, and drawings.

Advisor:  Joe Shakely: shakelyj@bucks.edu

UBC Environmental Club (Meeting at the Perkasie Campus)

Bucks students coming together to raise awareness about environmental issues on campus, community, and world

Website: rogue.bucks.edu/~enviro

Advisor: Patti McEnery 

 

UBC Thrive (Meetings at UBC)
A Christian-based club that exists to help students thrive academically, socially, and spiritually by building community matters of life, purpose and spirituality.

Advisor:  Scott Bradshaw  bradshaw@bucks.edu

Ultimate Frisbee Club (Meetings at Newtown)

Inactive Status-Contact Student Life for all inquiries 215-968-8257.

The purpose of this club is to offer a new sport to the students at Bucks, meet new friends, play competitively against other teams and to spread the word of Ultimate Frisbee as it is becoming a more popular sport.

Advisor: Vacant

Veteran's Club:

Provide support, resources, and programs for our returning military men and women and their family members who are current students of Bucks County Community College. Assist Bucks Veterans Club member to meet thier goas while attending Bucks. Offe a friendly and supportive environment on each of our campuses.

Veterans Club Facebook Page

Advisor: Matt Cipriano 215-968-8257

Women's Studies Club  (Meetings at Newtown)

Inactive Status-Contact Student Life for all inquiries 215-968-8257.

Educates women to empower themselves in relationships in the workplace and home, the political process, and society as a whole by offering support through workshops, speakers, forums, and mentoring from professional women on campus and in the community.

We are on Facebook! (Click Here)

Advisor: Vacant

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