Clubs and Organizations

There are more than 50 active chartered clubs and organizations at Hudson Valley Community College.

Join, Form or Re-activate a Club

If you are interested in joining an active club or organization, forming a new club or re-activating an inactive club, complete the Club Interest Form.
NOTE: To form a new club or re-activate an existing club, there must be at least 10 students with a common interest/purpose as well as at least one faculty or staff advisor in order to be chartered.

Active Clubs/Organizations

Club Meetings & Events

Club membership is open to all current Hudson Valley Community College students. Clubs supplement the students' academic experience through educational, socio-political, cultural, recreational and religious activity.

Organizations that have restrictions to their membership may be recognized by the Student Senate and given access to school facilities to meet and to advertise, but may not be granted a budget. However, any club or organization may request of the Student Senate special project funding for an event or activity. ( Forms and procedures for active clubs.)

A-Tech Club

The purpose of this club is to enhance the educational opportunities for individuals in our society by performing automotive related projects that deal with the changing of technology in the practical application of alternative fuels as related to the automotive industry.

Club Advisor: Randy Howarth, (518) 629-7276, WIL 132

Amateur Radio Club

The Amateur Radio Club is for students, faculty and staff who are interested in electronics and the operation of radio transmitting and receiving devices. The club station, W2HVC, is located in Amstuz Hall, Room 107. Its voice, code and data transmission capabilities on a wide spectrum of frequencies gives Federal Communication Commission-licensed members the opportunity to establish contact with other amateur radio stations.

Members who do not have an FCC amateur license may study radio theory in preparation for the exam leading to their own station license. They also may gain communication knowledge by observing the operation of the station. Morse Code is no longer an FCC exam requirement.

Amateur radio operators are often called upon to perform public service communications during emergencies and special events, to report adverse weather conditions to the National Weather Service, or to communicate road conditions to local police agencies.

Club Advisor: Christopher Mascolo, (518) 629-7430, AMZ 105D

American Sign Language (ASL) Club

American Sign Language Club supports the acquisition of American Sign Language within a non-structured social environment and engages those within the Deaf Community on campus and around the Capital District area.

Club Advisor: Melissa Kate Adams-Silva, MRV 214

American Society of Civil Engineers Student Club (ASCE)

This club promotes the understanding of civil engineering and civil engineering technology and encourages the growth of its members within the profession. The program is an active one, including field trips, speakers, concrete canoe competition, steel bridge competition, and other events.

Contact: Student Activities Office, (518) 629-7348, CTR 210

The Armed Forces Club

The Armed Forces Club provides a means for the college community to support the efforts of veterans from all branches of the Armed Forces,including student veterans, relatives of veterans, supportive veterans from the community, or representatives from state and federal agencies who work with veterans.

Club Advisor: Stephen Onley, (518) 629-7053, CTR 164

Asian Student Union

The Asian Student Union celebrates and shares the diverse cultures and traditions of Asia while fostering inclusivity and community for Asian students and allies on campus. The club provides a supportive space for cultural exchange, encouraging leadership, education and collaboration among all students.

Club Advisor: John Staerker, (518) 629-7688, MRV 207D

Biology Club

The purpose of the Biology Club is to stimulate interaction and participation and develop an interest amongst students in various aspects of biology. Students who join this club will participate in monthly meetings held on the fourth Monday of every month while classes are in session, engage in community service and hands-on projects, have the opportunity to use the state-of-the-art greenhouse in the Science Center, participate in problem-solving activities, engage with guest speakers and career talks.

Club Advisors:
Jaya Dasgupta, (518) 629-7474, SCI 261
Sujatha Kadaba, (518) 629-7398, SCI 225
Julie Friot, (518) 629-7461, SCI 227

Black and Latino Student Union

The Black and Latino Student Union (BLSU) was established in October 1968. Its purpose is to promote the mission of the college and to promote the awareness of Black and Latino history and culture through social, educational and community service activities. All students of Hudson Valley Community College are eligible and welcome to become members of the BLSU.

Club Advisor: Larry Ellis, (518) 629-7175, ADM 121

The HVCC Builders Club (Student Chapter of the NAHB)

Hudson Valley's Builder's Club, a chapter of the National Association of Home Builders, provides an excellent opportunity for students in the Civil Engineering Technology and Construction Technology programs, as well as other related programs, to interact with and develop contacts with the leaders in the Capital Region construction industry. Members may attend monthly meetings of the Albany Area Builders Association, where speakers from across the Northeast address owners, CEOs and management personnel of the area's top contracting firms and suppliers. At the meetings, there is ample time for members to network with professionals who are more than willing to discuss their interests and aspirations.

Club Advisor: Michael Cannistraci, (518) 629-7003, HUD 124

Cheerleading and Pep Squad

The purpose of the Cheerleading and Pep Squad is to create team and school spirit across the campus and community.

Club Advisor: Kelly Bunkley, (518) 629-7307, GUN 159

The Choir Club

The purpose of this club will be to improve quality of life for individuals on our campus by offering students the opportunity to belong to a singing group and perform on campus at events and activities designed to celebrate and enhance the quality of campus life.

Club Advisor: James Fry, (518) 629-7678, SCI 329

Circle K International

The purpose of Circle K International is to provide the opportunity for leadership training through service on campus and in the community, to promote fellowship and high scholarship, and to develop aggressive citizenship and the spirit of service for the improvement of all human relationships. The members of the Hudson Valley Community College Circle K are students who agree to perform community service in order to create positive changes on campus and in the surrounding communities.

Club Advisor: Kelly Bunkley, (518) 629-7399, GUN 159

Computer Science Club

The Computer Science Club promotes a greater understanding of computer science and programming while developing a community of students interested in the field. Members attend and host events designed to help them develop their skills and expand their knowledge.

Club Advisors:
Kirk Winans, (518) 629-4112, BTC 1062
Peter Wood, (518) 629-8076, BTC 1057

Collegiate Academic Support Program (CASP) Club

The purpose of the CASP Club is to create an environment on campus that celebrates diversity, inclusiveness and community.

Contact: Student Activities Office, (518) 629-7348, CTR 210

Cosplay Club

The mission of the Cosplay Club is to educate students interested in costume play (cosplay) on how to manage projects, create costumes and props, and learn from one another.

Contact: Student Activities Office, (518) 629-7348, CTR 210

Criminal Justice Association

The Criminal Justice Association is an active community of learners, as well as future criminal justice scholars and practitioners, who are impassioned about the issues and challenges unique to the criminal justice system. All aspects of criminal justice, including law enforcement, the courts and the correctional system will be the subject of consideration, discussion and debate. Guests speakers, field trips, and a variety of activities and community service initiatives round out association events and provide a dynamic forum within which students may share their enthusiasm for criminal justice.

Club Advisor: Sara Martin, (518) 629-7563, FTZ 256

Dark Room Club

The Dark Room Club provides members with educational enrichment through photography projects and activities that benefit students and faculty while promoting community outreach.

Club Advisor: Justin Baker, (518) 629-7104, BTC 1086

Dungeons and Vikings

The Dungeons and Vikings Club builds a strong, more vibrant recreational gaming community by generating an interest in gaming for new players and providing a resource for existing players to gather, coordinate and socialize.

Club Advisor: Matthew Martin, (518) 629-8129, MVR 215

Education Club

The Education Club strives to carry out the mission of the college and the Teacher Preparation Department by providing a variety of activities that help children globally and within the local community. Members advocate for the rights of children, provide a forum for discussion surrounding issues pertaining to childhood, and encourage student participation in the National Association for the Education of Young Children Conference each year. Any student in the department may join the Education Club. The club's student board of directors seeks input from membership to determine activities for the year, which according to the student voice and decision-making within the club.

Club Advisors:
Laura Brewer, (518) 629-7396, HGB 105
Ann Plourde, (518) 629-4833, HGB 211

Educational Opportunity Program Club

The Educational Opportunity Program Club is designed to assist the Educational Opportunity Program in becoming more diverse and flexible through active participation in monthly group meetings. It aims to establish a cohesive group that can determine the needs of the EOP population. Guest speakers are invited to address specific and various EOP topic areas.

Club Advisor: Michelle Cavaleri, (518) 629-7432, CTR 120

Electrical Construction and Maintenance Club

The Electrical Construction and Maintenance Club was organized to help develop a better understanding of the electrical and electronic fields, and to promote fellowship among student members. The club sponsors speakers and field trips to industry events and facilities. Social activities include annual fall and spring outings.

Club Advisor: Michael Warmt, (518) 629-7626, WIL 129

Engineering Science Association Of Hudson Valley (ENSA)

The Engineering Science Club, formed in 1977, helps engineering students broaden their educational opportunities through activities not normally experienced in the classroom. Activities include speakers, trips and social events.

Club Advisor: Dr. Linda Lim, (518) 629-4868, BTC 244

Entrepreneurs Club

This club is open to all students on campus, with the goal of fostering pride and fellowship within the School of Business and throughout the college community. Centering around each student's future academic and career goals, we encourage interest and activity in the fields of business and related areas.

Club Advisors:
Danielle Blesi, (518) 629-7675, BRN 222
Johanna (Jodi) Mather, (518) 629-7659, BRN 225

Foreign Language and Culture Club

The Foreign Language and Culture Club is open to all students who are interested in learning more about other languages and cultures. Club members include American and international students from the college who are interested in making new friends and learning together. Typical club activities include visits to cultural performances and museums, group dinners at local international restaurants, and participation in trips and activities sponsored by the Student Activities Office. Club members volunteer at college events such as Homecoming, Spring Fest and the Annual Club Fair. Members also co-sponsor events, such as the International Thanksgiving Dinner, with the International Students Club. It hosts an annual Spring Awards Ceremony to commend members for their participation in the club. Note: It is not necessary to speak a foreign language or take a language course in order to become a club member.

Club Advisor: Natasha Anthony, (518) 629-7500, BRN 112

Garden and Horticulture Club

The mission of the club is to educate and engage club members in gardening, horticulture, landscape, resource management, stewardship and related activities.

Club Advisor: Dr. Hunter Fonda, (518) 629-7412, SCI 163

Hiking Club

The Hiking Club promotes the mental and physical benefits of spending time in the great outdoors while building a tighter-knit community at Hudson Valley Community College. Members encourage one another to explore the wilderness, foster strong personal bonds and learn about hiking safety, proper gear, outdoor ethics and correct technique. The club is dedicated to educating and practicing the Leave No Trace and Trail Stewardship philosophies.

Club Advisors:
Tara Eaton, (518) 629-7350, MVR 202
Joshua Kohan, (518) 629-4775, MRV 207F

The Hudsonian

The Hudsonian is the official student news organization of Hudson Valley Community College.

Published weekly during the academic year, The Hudsonian's purpose is to serve campus and the community by providing timely news. Student staff members gain valuable experience in the creation and publication of a broadcast and print journalism. The Hudsonian offers opportunities in journalism, the editorial process, layout, advertising, public relations, promotions, accounting and web design. The experience is an excellent addition to a resume and published work can be included in a portfolio. In addition, staff members develop many valuable networking connections, may attend national media conferences and are eligible for internship opportunities at local new outlets.

Check Out The Hudsonian

The Hudsonian has received national recognition and awards for the quality of the news and design, including:

  • 9th in the nation in the Best of Show Competition in the category for two-year colleges in 2018 and 2019
  • 3rd place recognition in the Apple Awards, Two-Year School category at the 2017 College Media Association's National Media Convention in NYC

Club Advisors:
George L. Nagy, (518) 629-8088 mailbox 60357, CTR 210
John Staerker, (518) 629-7323, MRV 131

Human Services Club

The Human Services Club provides students with a better understanding of who they are as human service workers. The club fosters communication among faculty, students and other members of the college. Activities include:

  • Workshops, field trips and student\ conferences
  • Community service projects that improve the quality of life for individuals within the community

This club provides a support system for students through meetings and social gatherings that promote unity, companionship and commitment. Open to all students in the Human Services curriculum, in addition to other students who have an interest.

Club Advisor: Allison Bazanos, (518) 629-4920, BRN 012

Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (I.E.E.E.)

The student branch of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) is open to all students in the Electrical Technology and Engineering Sciences departments. The IEEE is an international organization engaged in promoting the search for preservation and dissemination of knowledge of electrical engineering and the allied arts and sciences. Members of the student branch conduct and attend seminars, take field trips and participate in the annual national convention.

Club Advisor: Christopher Mascolo, (518) 629-7430, AMZ 105D

International Students Club

The purpose of this club is to foster a sense of community among international and American students. The club is open to anyone who is interested in meeting and interacting with students from other countries. Through presentations, the club provides international students with important information regarding their immigration status, campus-based resources and services and other areas of interest. Club activities provide all interested students, representing a wide array of countries, with opportunities to share their experience and culture with others. Members enjoy shared dinners, meetings, trips and socials.

Club Advisor: Jay Deitchman, (518) 629-7567, GUN 162

Investment Club

The Investment Club's mission is to improve financial literacy and practical knowledge on markets, investments, risk abatement and other decision-making strategies. The club manages real funds in the stock market, hosts experienced speakers, and offers resume building leadership opportunities! The Hudson Valley Community College Foundation is a sponsor of the Investment Club, and we partner with other clubs on campus as well.

Club Advisor: Dr. Chong Hwan Son, (518) 629-7868, MRV 108

Jewish Student Union

The Jewish Student Union aims to enrich Jewish life on campus by promoting awareness and helping Jewish students connect with their heritage through social activities.

Contact: Student Activities Office, (518) 629-7348, CTR 210

Makerspace Club

The Makerspace Club creates and maintains a collaborative environment where students from across campus can share ideas and work together on hands-on projects.

Club Advisor: Dr. Linda L. Lim, (518) 629-4868, BTC224

Mathematics Club

The purpose of this club is to provide a center for mathematically inclined students to engage in contests, discussion and study related to the field of mathematics.

Club Advisor: Ryan Bakes, (518) 629-7821, MRV 001

Mortuary Science Club

The Mortuary Science Club was chartered in 1972 for all students in the Mortuary Science curriculum. Club members host activities on campus; act as a liaison between the public and funeral services; visit industries allied with funeral service; discuss problems that are pertinent to mortuary science students; and prepare for their chosen profession.

Club Advisor: Lori Purcell, (518) 629-7334, FTZ 011

Muslim Student Association

The purpose of this club is to initiate a better understanding of the culture of Islam by exploring the true Islamic way of life.

Club Advisor: John Staerker, (518) 629-7323, MRV 131

New Traditions Club

The New Traditions Club provides a space of fellowship and camaraderie for students on campus whose collegiate journey has not followed expected societal norms, including a delayed start, a midpoint sabbatical or a return after significant time for career or personal improvement. Members have the opportunity to share their own experiences and strategies while benefiting from the lessons of others, as well as learn about campus resources and how to best utilize them.

Club Advisor: Jim Fry, (518) 629-7678, SCI 329

Niemond Zonders Nursing Club

The Niemond Zonders Club was organized by nursing students to generate interest in the nursing profession and current health issues. Membership is open to all Hudson Valley students. Community-oriented health services are provided through activities that include volunteer work for non-profit organizations such as the Red Cross. Educational activities are scheduled periodically during the year.

Club Advisors:
Kate A. Rodriguez, (518) 629-8180, FTZ 239
Nicole Robinson, (518) 629-7321, FTZ 239
Sarah Kownack, (518) 629-7469, FTZ 205

Not A Bit Of Difference Club

The Not A Bit Of Difference Club was established by students with disabilities on the Hudson Valley Community College campus, and membership is open to all students interested in promoting awareness of disability-related issues. Club members do fundraising, take field trips to area theaters and museums and pursue other activities of interest. They also are encouraged to play an active role in campus community life.

Club Advisor: Ann Petersen, (518) 629-7535, CTR 138

Pep Band Club

The purpose of the Pep Band Club is to foster school pride, support Hudson Valley students, faculty and staff, and to inspire community pride with our performances. The Pep Band Club is constantly searching for new members interested in raising school spirit.

Club Advisor: Mary Ann Gulyas, (518) 629-7506 mailbox 60308, BRN 102

Phi Theta Kappa

The Alpha Xi Sigma chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, the international academic honor society for two-year colleges, recognizes and promotes scholarship, develops leadership, encourages service and cultivates fellowship among qualified students of the college.

Club Advisors:
Jim Fry, (518) 629-7678, SCI 329
Christine Saxe, (518) 629-7253, HGB 213

Club website: Phi Theta Kappa

Pride Alliance

The purpose of this club is to improve the quality of campus life for gay, lesbian, bisexual, queer, label-free and transgender members of the community.

Club Advisors:
Stephen Onley, (518) 629-7053, CTR 164
Sonja Miller, (518) 629-7538, MVR 108
Kirk Winans, (518) 629-4112, BTC 1062

Programming, Web Development and Design Club

The purpose of the Programming, Web Development and Design Club is to give CISS students, as well as other students, hands-on experience in programming, web development and design. Participation gives students the experience of working in a group setting on real world projects and the opportunity to build a portfolio.

Club Advisor: John Thompson, (518) 629-8156, BRN 227

Psychology Club

The purpose of this club is to expose Hudson Valley students to the different subdisciplines of psychology and to offer students the opportunity for service to the college community.

The Psychology Club seeks to establish connections between students and local agencies that use psychological principles and applications.

Club Advisor: Sonja Miller, (518) 629-7538, MRV 108

Publications Club

The Publications Club focuses on design through photography, graphic design software, physical fabrication, and the archiving of student work. It aims to provide a space for students to work together outside of class to incubate design ideas, teach each other new skills, and learn to represent their work in a professional manner for publication.

Club Advisors:
Lindsey Wood, (518) 629-7772, HUD128
Johanna Carabantes, (518) 629-7103, HUD127

Radiologic Technology Club

The Radiologic Technology Club provides opportunities for radiography students to enrich their educational and professional development through activities and guest lectures. Club members also seek to educate the campus community about the profession during National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and National Radiologic Technology Week. Members assist department faculty in the recruitment of future radiographers through radiologic technology laboratory open house events. The club sponsors a professional recognition ceremony at which senior radiologic technology students are accepted into the profession as competent imaging specialists. The program's faculty, hospital clinical educators and staff, as well as guest speakers, participate in this ceremony. Club members organize and participate in fundraising events.

Club Advisor: Erica Cole, (518) 629-7329, BRN 017

Respiratory Care Club

This club is designed to disseminate knowledge regarding the theory and practice of respiratory care, as well as furthering student professional development.

The club actively participates in charity fundraising for those afflicted with lung diseases; sponsors community lung-function screenings; participates in the Better Breathers Club and asthma clinics for the American Lung Association, Rensselaer County DARE, as well as other school-based programs; and sponsors at least one fundraising event during the year to allow members to attend an educational symposium.

Club Advisor: Ken Riordan, (518) 629-7454, JRD 211

Russian Club

The Russian Club offers students a unique and challenging opportunity to enrich their understanding of Russian history and culture. By supplementing classroom studies with exciting annual tours and trips to Russian plays and restaurants throughout the Northeast, the club strives to give students a vivid background of contemporary life in Russia. The Russian Club offers many rewarding and educational opportunities to students interested in Slavic culture and traditions.

Club Advisor: Natasha Anthony, (518) 629-7500, BRN 112

Ski and Snowboard Club

Membership in this club is open to all Hudson Valley students. All receive discounts on our trips. Beginners through experts are invited to join for the wide variety of skiing we do. During the season, we have several day trips to areas such as Sugar Bush, Killington and Stratton Mountain.

Contact: Student Activities Office, (518) 629-7348, CTR 210

Society of Refrigeration (Mechanics) Technicians

The SRT is for students interested in the field applications of commercial refrigeration and air conditioning. The principle objective is education, achieved through field trips, educational talks and contact with professionals in the refrigeration field.

Membership is open to all Hudson Valley students, and for a minimum fee you will receive discounts on our trips. Meetings will be held on Fridays at 2 p.m. in WIL 158.

Club Advisor: Tim Smith, (518) 629-7313, WIL 129

Solar Society Club

The purpose of the Solar Society Club is to inform, inspire and foster innovative collaborations among students, faculty and staff on the campus with an interest in environmental sustainability. The objective would be to include students with different backgrounds and interests from a wide variety of programs offered at the college in dialog, field trips and activities to better understand global climate change issues.

Club Advisor: Student Activities Office, (518) 629-7348, CTR 210

Student American Dental Hygienists’ Association (SADHA)

The SADHA is an organization of dental hygiene students dedicated to building the ethical and educational future of the profession. The purposes of this association are to cultivate, promote and sustain the art and science of dental hygiene; to represent and safeguard the common interest of the members of the dental hygiene profession; and to contribute to the improvement of public health.

Activities of the association include informative poster presentations at local, regional and national meetings; multiple children's dental health events; fundraising; community service educational engagements and a professional dental hygiene achievement ceremony.

The membership of this organization consists of an unlimited number of dental hygiene students who are part of an accredited dental hygiene program.

Club Advisors:
Liza Orsini, (518) 629-7481, FTZ 112
Jeffery McMinn, (518) 629-7418, FTZ 103

Student-Athlete Advisory Committee Club

The Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) gives student-athletes a voice within the athletic department and the college community. Serving as a bridge between students, coaches and administrators, the committee promotes open communication, collaboration and leadership. It also works to strengthen unity among teams, enhance the overall student-athlete experience and encourage involvement in academics, service and campus life.

Club Advisor: Adam Sopris, (518) 629-7898, MCD215

Student Art League

The Student Art League (SAL) is a community of artists, a community that supports growing artists and connections.

We aim to connect with students with a love for art, regardless of prior experience. Over the semester, members will discuss art-related events such as fundraisers, design contests and visiting artist talks. SAL members will take a FREE field trip to a museum/gallery every semester. SAL is known for its student-produced zine "The Mutt," a mini magazine showcasing sketchbook pages, doodles, articles, poems and photos of the current semester. "The Mutt" is free for all students and holds a release party to celebrate the semester and what members have created together.

Club Advisors:
Thom Lail, (518) 629-8009, HUD 154
Tara Fracalossi, (518) 629-8006, ADM 103

Student Christian Association

We are a group of Christians from different denominations who are united in Jesus Christ. Our purpose is to strengthen and encourage one another as Christians and to share our faith and love with others on campus.

We believe that our Creator loves us passionately and longs to have a close and personal relationship with us. Our emphasis is on walking in righteousness; diligently seeking God and pursuing His presence (Heb. 11:6); being filled with His Holy Spirit (Eph. 5:18-20); studying and obeying His word (Psalm 119:11); growing as true disciples of Christ; loving Him with all our might; and loving others (Mark 12:30-31).

Whether you are a Christian already or are just looking for more meaning to life, we'd love to have you join us!

Club Advisor: Michele Wiltsie, (518) 629-7146, BRN 225

Learn More: Student Christian Association SharePoint Site

Table Tennis Club

The Table Tennis Club participates in outside tournaments and runs two Hudson Valley Community College championships every year. Four club tables are located on the first floor of the Siek Campus Center.

Club Advisor: George L. Nagy, (518) 629-8088 mailbox 60357, CTR 210

Tau Alpha Pi National Honor Society

The Tau Alpha Pi National Honor Society is a scholastic recognition society for college students in the technical institute curricula. It was founded to provide recognition and high standards of scholarship among students in engineering technology programs; to promote and encourage scholastic achievement by offering membership to outstanding students; and to engender certain desirable qualities of personality, intellect and character among its members. Membership is restricted to full-time, matriculated students in the college's School of Engineering and Industrial Technologies who are academically in the upper four percent of their engineering technology curricula.

Contact: Student Activities Office, (518) 629-7348, CTR 210

Theatre Club

The purpose of the Student Theatre Club is to provide students and Hudson Valley community members an opportunity to pursue an interest in theatre, regardless of prior experience. Potential club experiences include acting, costume design, lighting design, sound design, set construction, stage management, direction and production. The Theatre Club puts on several shows each academic year, with ample opportunity for involvement of anyone interested. Shows are always free to Hudson Valley students, and often community members, parents and friends attend.

Club Advisor: Julie Demers, (518) 629-7759, MRV 209

Tour Guide Club

The Tour Guide Club is open to all students interested in learning more about Hudson Valley's services and programs and sharing this knowledge with prospective students, and their parents or friends by leading campus tours. Tour guides become "peer recruiters" and, in turn, develop valuable interpersonal, communication and leadership skills.

Club Advisor: Melissa Coon, (518) 629-4534, GUN 217

Turning Point USA

HVCC's Turning Point USA chapter promotes and upholds the principles of limited government, fiscal responsibility, free markets and constitutional rights on campus through informed discussion and grassroots activism.

Club Advisors:
Heather Chase, (518) 629-7377, BTC1056
Michelle King, (518) 629-7670, BRN226
Hunter Fonda, (518) 629-7412, SCI163

Upcoming Filmmakers Club

Upcoming Filmmakers is a student-run club that promotes individuals who want to learn all about film and film production. Our goal is to establish a community to inspire students to make their own films within the club, as collaborations, or as a solo production.

Club Advisors:
Jason Van Staveren, (518) 629-7008, BTC 1023
Robert Katz, (518) 629- 7988, BTC 1095

Volleyball Club

The Volleyball Club provides an opportunity for students of all skill levels to participate in a team-based athletic environment, allowing them to grow their volleyball skills and make new friends.

Club Advisor: Heather Chase, (518) 629-7377, BTC 1056

Inactive Clubs/Organizations

  • American Chemical Society Club
    The American Chemical Society Club functions as an official student chapter that offers chemistry enrichment activities and community outreach events like National Chemistry Day.
  • Animal Outreach Club
    The Animal Outreach Club promotes and fosters animal advocacy projects locally and globally.
  • Brothers Incynch
    The primary purpose of Brothers Incynch is to provide students with essential tools to complete their degrees through mentoring, internships, speakers and community involvement.
  • Habitat for Humanity Club
    A student-led organization that partners with local Habitat affiliates in Troy and Albany to build homes for those who otherwise could not afford them.
  • Hacky Sack Club
    The Hacky Sack Club encourages students to build diverse social connections and engage in recreational exercise while fostering human unity and charitable support.
  • Health and Administrative Information Management Club
    The Health and Administrative Information Management Club provides students with networking opportunities to build professional connections with peers, faculty, alumni and industry professionals.
  • Martial Arts Club
    The Martial Arts Club helps members hone and expand their skills while emphasizing fitness, nonviolence and good etiquette.
  • Physical Education Majors Club
    The Physical Education Majors Club connects students interested in the discipline through social events, workshops, guest speakers and professional conferences.
  • Public Speaking Club
    This club is designed to help improve students' public speaking skills, help them feel relaxed and confident when speaking in front of a group, and improve their auditory skills to help them evaluate other peoples' speaking abilities. Members will also learn to give impromptu speeches, which will help them learn to communicate ideas effectively.
  • Real Life Club
    The purpose of the Real Life Club is to build movements of students who are transformed by Jesus Christ.
  • Red Cross Club
    The Red Cross Club practices and exemplifies humanitarian values through mission-related service projects.
  • Sisters Incynch
    The Sisters Incynch Club provides a multicultural forum that promotes student success, diversity and leadership through cultural events, educational programs and the Katrina's Closet community outreach initiative.
  • Society of Manufacturing Engineers
    The Society of Manufacturing Engineers student chapter connects members with the global manufacturing community through industry tours, technical forums and professional networking opportunities.
  • Vikings for Life
    Vikings for Life is a student organization dedicated to promoting the fundamental right to life and engaging the campus community in meaningful dialogue.

If you are interested in re-activating an existing inactive club, complete the Interest Form below.
NOTE: To form a new club or re-activate an existing club, there must be at least 10 students with a common interest/purpose as well as at least one faculty or staff advisor in order to be chartered.
Club Interest Form

Get in Touch

Student Activities Office
Siek Campus Center, Room 210
(518) 629-7348