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Alpha Phi Sigma (anchor links)
Community/campus reading group
Campus Crusade
CometKazee Clique
HPER Club
Intramurals
Multicultural Club
MSU Speech Team
MSU Theater
Newman Club
Student Alumni Ambassadors
Residence Hall Association
Science Club
Student Education Association
Student Activities Council
Student Senate
University Singers, Concert Band, Jazz Band
Young Democrats/Young Republicans

Alpha Phi Sigma

Alpha Phi Sigma is a national honorary scholastic fraternity founded in 1930. To be eligible for membership, a student must have earned a 3.25 honor point average in no less than 90 credit hours of work
Contact: Dr. John Pederson (701) 788-4668

Community/Campus reading group

MSU students who like to read and talk about good books are invited to participate in the Community/Campus Reading Group. There is no registration or fee—just show up. Books and meeting times are announced at the beginning of each semester.
Contact: Dale Nelson (701) 788-4784

Campus Crusade

This organization is a branch of the international Campus Crusade for Christ college organization. It is open to all students who wish to study the Bible. Group meetings are held weekly in addition to small group Bible studies and social activities.
Contact: Carolyn Baker (701) 788-4759

CometKazee Clique

The purpose of the MSU CometKazee Clique is to share and enhance with other students an enthusiasm for Mayville State University athletics and functions by deepening and strengthening the school spirit of students, faculty, staff and community by following chants, cheers and providing a fan base at all athletic games.
Contact: Darcie Ellertson 788-4697 or Julia Peterson 788-4856

HPER Club

This organization is for students who are interested in Health and Physical Education fields. Students participate in a variety of professional related activities, including workshops and conferences.
Contact: Rebecca Gunderson (701) 788-4841

Intramurals

Intramural sports are sponsored to encourage and promote opportunities for individuals and groups to learn cooperation, good sportsmanship and to attain physical fitness. Intramural teams are organized to represent the various floors in the halls, married housing and off-campus groups. Organizational time limits and listing of rosters are set for each sport and are posted in various strategic spots on the campus. The following is a list of sports available for intramural: flag football, basketball, billiards, bowling, wallyball, volleyball, softball, racquetball, and tennis.
Contact: Chris Reed (701) 788-5200

Multicultural Club

The Multicultural Club is for students of all cultures and ethnic backgrounds, including international students and American students. Multicultural Club works to promote world and cultural awareness by sponsoring events and activities throughout the year, and acts as a voice for international and minority students on campus.
Contact: Dorothy Nelson (701) 788-4858

MSU Speech Team

Students can participate in a variety of local, regional and national speech and forensics events. Membership in the National Phi kappa Delta Honorary Society is available to qualified individuals.
Contact: Bob Sylskar (701) 788-4725

MSU Theater

The MSU Drama Department is open to anyone who would like to participate in theater productions, either on-stage or doing behind the scenes work. Traditionally, the theater puts on three productions yearly, including one musical.
Contact: Bob Sylskar (701) 788-4725 or Greta Kyllo (701) 788-4747

Newman Club

This organization is for students of the Catholic faith and others interested in the Christian development.
Contact: Dr. Thomas Geffre (701) 788-4764

Student Alumni Ambassadors

The purpose of SAA is to assist the admissions office with the recruitment of prospective students and to promote and support the Alumni Association. Students who are involved with SAA develop leadership skills and gain professional growth.
Contact: Jill Ford (701) 788-4842 or Julia Peterson (701) 788-4856

Residence Hall Association

RHA is the governing body of all residence halls. The general membership of RHA is comprised of all on-campus residents. RHA holds educational and social activities and is an avenue for input into programming and policies regarding all aspects of residence life.
Contact: Dorothy Nelson (701) 788-4858

Science Club

The focus of the MSU Science Club, as a student organization, is to provide MSU students with the opportunity to meet and discuss science in an informal environment. Students will have opportunities to practice and develop teaching science through demonstrations and performing educational science shows in area school (K-12). Students will also visit local science labs, businesses, and research areas and travel to science museums and exhibits throughout the region.
Contact: Dr. Tom Gonnella (701) 788-4807

Student Education Association

The student branch of the National Education Association is affiliated with the North Dakota Education Association, and members of SEA share in both the privileges and obligations of the national and state organizations. Membership is recommended for any student seeking an education degree. Active members gain leadership experience while interacting with peers and practicing professionals at local, state and national activities.
Contact: Tom Geffre (701) 788-4764

Student Activities Council(SAC)

The Student Activities Council assists with the planning, promotion and implementation of campus events, including major events such as Homecoming and Spring Fling. Students serve as an advisory board to the Director of Campus Programming as well as provide hands-on assistance in the implementation of campus entertainment and social and educational events.
Contact: Darcie Ellertson (701) 788-4697

Student Senate

The Student Senate is the governing arm of the student body, with general executive, legislative and judicial powers. It coordinates with the faculty and administration in matters of student welfare and social programming. Senate members also represent the student body on University committees.
Contact: Dr. Ray Gerszewski (701) 788-4770 or Bob Miess (701) 788-4841

University Singers, Concert Band, Jazz Band

The University Singers (the university choir), the Concert Band and Jazz Band meet for regular practice and perform concerts throughout the school year. Each group is provided with opportunities to enhance their education through field trips and off-campus performances.
Contact: Mike Bakken (701) 788-4742

Young Democrats/Young Republicans

TThese two student clubs are affiliated with the local political organizations and sponsor a variety of activities, including speakers, political forums, and the “Get Out & Vote” campaign.
Contact (Young Democrats): Lee Kaldor (701) 788-4639
Contact (Young Republicans): Paul Meartz (701) 788-4809