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Looking to get involved? Visit the Student Interest Form and the Office for Student Involvement will help connect you to the student organizations, campus programs and events, leadership and volunteer opportunities that best match your interests

GrizzOrgs is Oakland University’s database for over 300 student organizations. GrizzOrgs is a 24/7 connection to student, Greek, and club sports organizations. GrizzOrgs includes:

  • student organization directory
  • student organization websites
  • events calendar
  • announcements
  • leadership and volunteer opportunities
  • how to join a student organization
  • how to start a student organization
  • membership information

Students can log into GrizzOrgs by visiting https://mysail.oakland.edu/groups and enter their NetID (email) and password. For general questions about the system, please email the Office for Student Involvement ([email protected]) or stop by.

  • Alpha Epsilon Delta 
    • Description: Alpha Epsilon Delta is the National Health Preprofessional Honor Society dedicated to the encouragement and recognition of excellence in preprofessional health scholarship, including medicine, nursing, dentistry, veterinary and others.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • American Chemical Society Student Chapter
    • Description: The American Chemical Society Student Chapter is an organization with the goal to expose students to opportunities in chemistry outside of the classroom.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • American Marketing Association
    • Description: The American Marketing Association’s purpose is to assist students with their professional development.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • American Society of Mechanical Engineers 
    • Description: The American Marketing Association (AMA) at Oakland University is a dynamic student organization that fosters professional development, networking and collaboration among future marketing leaders. Through events, workshops and industry connections, we empower students to excel in the ever-evolving field of marketing.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • American Society of Safety Professionals Student Section 
    • Description: The American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) is a global association for occupational safety and health (OSH) professionals. We conduct meetings with experienced safety professionals who share information about their background, company, position and experiences.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Anthropology Club
    • Description: The Anthropology Club at Oakland University is a student organization created to help students get involved in the field of anthropology.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Arabic Medical Terminology Society
    • Description: The mission of Arabic Medical Terminology Society shall be to spread Arabic medical terminology among the younger generation by using resources such as skits, interactive group discussions, Arab healthcare providers as guest speakers, and Arabic music.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Aspiring Educators of Michigan 
    • Description: Aspiring Educators of Michigan is a pre-professional, student organization at Oakland University that helps future Elementary and Secondary teachers prepare for their careers as educators.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Association for Computing Machinery at OU
    • Description: ACM, Association for Computing Machinery, the world’s largest educational and scientific computing society, delivers resources that advance computing as a science and a profession. ACM provides the computing field's premier Digital Library and serves its members and the computing profession with leading-edge publications, conferences and career resources.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Association for Information Systems
    • Description: The Association of Information Systems (AIS) is dedicated to enhancing students' knowledge in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, and Management Information Systems. Our mission is to provide valuable insights into these fields while equipping students with the skills and connections needed to secure internships and career opportunities. As an event-driven organization, we host TED-style talks, networking events, and industry meetups, creating direct pathways for students to engage with recruiters and top companies to shape their future success.
    • Contact: [email protected]  or [email protected] 
  • Association of Graduate Students
    • Description: The Association of Graduate Students is an interdisciplinary organization aimed at creating a community for graduate students all across campus.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Association of Medical Specialties
    • Description: The American Medical Student Association (AMS) brings students together to network and hear from speakers from a range of medical specialties about their day-to-day activities, what inspired them to pursue that career path, and any advice they may have for others pursuing a similar one.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Beta Gamma Sigma

    • Description: Beta Gamma Sigma is an international business honor society that recognizes the most outstanding students of business at institutions accredited by AACSB International.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Biology/Biomedical Graduate Students Organization
    • Description: We are an organization to foster a vibrant life sciences graduate research community by hosting academic and social events, advocacy and free exchange of ideas. The purpose of this organization shall be to help facilitate a positive research experience for students within the graduate program of the Division of Biology.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Botany Club
    • Description: Our club is dedicated to the education of plant studies and the protection of native species. It is a place for all plant lovers to share their common interest.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Business Professionals of America
    • Description: Business Professionals of America for Oakland University is a chapter organization that invites students who are passionate about business and technology. BPA offers opportunities to compete, network and develop real-world skills that prepare students for their future careers.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Business Transfer Students
    • Description: Business Transfer Students is a place where business students who have transferred can get advice, find resources and meet other transfer students. We are passionate about making your transition to OU as easy and seamless as possible.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Chi Sigma Iota - Theta Chapter
    • Description: A group for members of the Theta Chapter of Chi Sigma Iota, "the counseling academic and professional honor society international," at Oakland University. This will be a place for us to post events and share information regarding Theta Chapter of Chi Sigma Iota activities and counseling in general. Chi Sigma Iota International is not responsible for the content of this site. Members concerned about a posting on any CSI chapter OrgSync site may email [email protected].
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Clarinet Studio
    • Description: The official Clarinet Studio of Oakland University aims to provide support and professional development experiences to clarinet players at OU. We seek to provide opportunities for our members like performances, masterclasses and guest artists.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Clinical and Diagnostic Sciences Society
    • Description: Our mission is to provide our members with opportunities to enhance their academic and professional backgrounds while networking and sharing common interests in the medical field. Throughout the year, we offer our members a variety of activities, including professional conferences, laboratory tours, guest speakers, community service and outreach, healthcare skills workshops, and fundraising social events. Membership is open to all students of Oakland University regardless of their field of study, however, most members come from the eight specializations of the Clinical and Diagnostic Sciences program: Medical Laboratory Sciences, Radiologic Technology, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Histotechnology, Nuclear Medicine Technology, Pre-Clinical Professions, Pre-Pharmacy Sciences, and Pre-Physician Assistant.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Competitive Programming Club
    • Description: The Competitive Programming Club of Oakland University is a club that aims to form and train teams at the Competitive Programming Club of Oakland University to programming competitions.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Creative Writing Club
    • Description: The Creative Writing Club brings together students who share an interest in creative writing, including fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and/or screenplays, although the club is not limited to these and is open to any form of creative writing.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Criminal Justice Club
    • Description: The Criminal Justice Club serves as a forum for discussion on social and political issues.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Current Events in Health and Medicine 
    • Description: The goal of Current Events in Health and Medicine is to present and invite lively discussions concerning current events pertaining to health and medicine, both worldwide and in our community.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Cyber Security Club
    • Description: CyberOU is the Oakland University Cyber Security Club. Its purpose is to promote computer and Internet safety, fairness and freedom by exploring implications of computer network threats, vulnerabilities and appropriate defensive measures.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • D.A.N.C.E.R.S.
    • Description: The D.A.N.C.E.R.S. organization strives to enrich the Oakland University Dance program by providing guidance, information and awareness to the greater Oakland University Community.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • DECA
    • Description: DECA is a student organization that prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality and management. Through competitive events, leadership development and networking opportunities, DECA Collegiate helps students apply classroom knowledge to real-world business scenarios, fostering professional skills and innovation. Students from all majors and backgrounds are welcome to join and compete in national competitions.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Decision and Data Science Association
    • Description: The Decision and Data Science Association’s mission is to empower students by helping them to develop the skills and knowledge needed to become leaders in the decision and data science space.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Diverse Dental Society
    • Description: Diverse Dental Society is an organization that guides pre-dental and pre-hygiene students’ progress through their undergraduate years, unifies diverse individuals with common interests, and promotes oral health awareness on and off campus.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Economics Students’ Association
    • Description: A student-run organization that promotes and sponsors academic and social events for economics and business students and faculty, aiming to enhance their academic experience and create a supportive community.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Electric Racing Association
    • Description: Dedicated to designing and building competition EV mobility solutions. 
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society
    • Description: "Our members design the electrical circuits that make a pacemaker run, create the software that reads an MRI, and help develop the wireless technologies that allow patients and doctors to communicate over long distances. They’re interested in bioinformatics, biotechnology, clinical engineering, information technology, instrumentation and measurement, micro and nanotechnology, radiology, and robots. They are researchers and educators, technicians and clinicians—biomedical engineers are the link between science and life science, creating innovations in healthcare technology for the benefit of all humanity." -EMB National Organization
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Engineers for a Sustainable World
    • Description: Interested in sustainability? We develop STEM-based projects to combat the climate crisis.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Entrepreneurs In Action
    • Description: EIA is committed to helping its members be successful toward their entrepreneurial goals. EIA accomplishes this goal by hosting events for members to showcase ideas, business plans, products and/or services and seeks to provide constructive feedback if needed. The organization facilitates an atmosphere for networking and building business/professional relationships.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Environmental Water Resources Club
    • Description: The Environmental Water Resources Club offers a platform to collaborate and contribute to safeguarding one of our planet’s most valuable resources.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Ethics Bowl
    • Description: Ethics Bowl teams are three to five members who discuss and respond to real ethical issues.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Exercise and Medicine
    • Description: The Exercise and Medicine club at Oakland University explores the connection between physical fitness and health, focusing on disease prevention and recovery through science-backed discussions and expert talks. This club welcomes those who are interested in fitness or medicine to become more educated on how exercise impacts well-being.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Financial Management Association
    • Description: Provides students the necessary tools to expand their knowledge in Finance at a professional level through education, networking and experience.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Formula SAE (Formula Society of Automotive Engineers)
    • Description: Oakland University’s Formula SAE team designs, builds and races a high-performance, open-wheel race car to compete against universities worldwide. Our team provides students with hands-on experience in engineering, business and teamwork to prepare them for real-world challenges.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Graduate Business Leaders
    • Description: The Graduate Business Leaders of Oakland University (GBL) foster a dynamic community for graduate students, connecting them with industry leaders, award-winning faculty and peers through networking, professional development, and social events. GBL equips members with the skills, connections and lasting relationships that drive career success.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Graduate Student Physical Therapy Association
    • Description: The Graduate Students of Physical Therapy Association is for current DPT students enrolled at OU. The association offers monthly meetings regarding the physical therapy profession as well as offers a clothing order for OU DPT merch in the Fall and Winter semester.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Graphix OU
    • Description: Graphix OU is an organization on campus dedicated to the visual arts.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • GrizzHacks
    • Description: GrizzHacks is Oakland University's annual hackathon. A 24-hour coding event full of networking opportunities, tech talks, food, prizes and programming.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Growing Grizzlies
    • Description: Growing Grizzlies is a service oriented organization that has its focus on the impact of food production in the surrounding community.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Human Resource Development Student Association
    • Description: HRD Student Association is an organization for students in the HRD major/minor at Oakland University. The purpose of our organization is to enhance, grow and develop the HRD students of Oakland University through professional development, networking with peers and corporations, and providing all-around support from society members, board members and faculty.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Institute for Electrical and Electronics Engineers Eta Kappa Nu Honor Society
    • Description: The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE, read I-Triple-E) is a non-profit professional association dedicated to advancing technological innovation related to electricity. It has more than 400,000 members in more than 160 countries, 45% outside the United States.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • KDP International Honor Society in Education
    • Description: KDP, International Honor Society in Education, was founded in 1911 to foster excellence in education and promote fellowship among those dedicated to teaching.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Linguistics Club
    • Description: The Linguistics Club provides a social and educational space for all students interested in the field of linguistics or the world of language.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Makers
    • Description: We are a multidisciplinary club that brings together students from various fields to work on exciting projects like robots, interactive games and kinetic sculptures. No prior experience is needed—just a passion for creativity and innovation. 
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Master of Accounting Student Association
    • Description: The Master of Accounting Student Association (MASA) provides current and prospective graduate, Master of Accounting, students with the opportunity to enhance their knowledge of the accounting field and to network with professionals within the field of Accounting. Membership in the Master of Accounting Student Association is free to any Oakland University Student who is interested in the Master of Accounting program or accounting in general.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Mathematics Student Society
    • Description: We are a group of Oakland University students who are interested in Mathematics and Statistics. Our mission is to bring students together to hear educational talks, and hang out and have fun together through enjoyable events, including engaging game nights, trivia and much more.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Medical Imaging Science Society
    • Description: We are a club that unites OU students with a passion for radiologic technology, nuclear medicine and sonography.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • MEDLIFE
    • Description: Our mission is to help families achieve greater freedom from the constraints of poverty, empowering them to live healthier lives. We aim to achieve this goal by partnering with motivated individuals in impoverished communities working to improve their access to medicine, education, and community development / safe homes. 100% of donations and fundraising are used toward the creation of medical clinics, schools and other development projects. MEDLIFE currently operates in Ecuador, Peru and Costa Rica. As an organization, we plan annual service-learning trips to these locations. If you are interested in being a part of a MEDLIFE service trip or are interested in helping within our local communities as well, join MEDLIFE at Oakland University.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Michigan Council of Nurse Practitioners 
    • Description: The Michigan Council of Nurse Practitioners (MICNP) is Michigan’s organization for all Nurse Practitioner specialties, and OU has its own chapter for NP students. The main focus of MICNP is professional advocacy, professional development and networking.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Middle Easterns in Engineering Society
    • Description: The Middle Eastern Engineering Society of Oakland University is a non-profit organization established to unite all students at Oakland University and to assist them in furthering their education while maintaining a positive representation of the Middle Eastern community, preventing any discrimination.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Minorities in Medicine

    • Description: The Minorities in Medicine organization at Oakland University is dedicated to assisting underrepresented and minority students that plan to pursue a medical career in the future.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Minorities in Nursing
    • Description: Mission of MNOU: Empower nursing students to advocate for minority nursing communities, become members of our cyclical mentorship program, and take the initiative on social issues they want to address on local and global platforms.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Model United Nations
    • Description: Model UN helps educate students about international issues through participation in mock UN conferences. Students represent various countries, researching and speaking on issues and working together to devise solutions to contemporary problems.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Music Technology Organization
    • Description: The Music Technology Organization strives for the education, communication and advertisement for anything music tech. We work hard to provide and promote equipment, concerts, knowledge and performance opportunities for all students.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • National Arab American Medical Association
    • Description: NAAMA NextGen is an incubator /chapter in NAAMA (National Arab American Medical Association) which is geared toward enhancing the careers of young undergrad and graduate innovators/ students in their 20’s, empowering them to play a key role in healthcare advocacy and community service.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • National Association for Music Education
    • Description: The aim of our collegiate chapter is “to afford students an opportunity for professional orientation and development while still in school, and to enable students to gain an understanding of: the fundamental truths and principles that underlie the role of music in human life.” (Lebanon Valley College purpose)
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • National Society of Black Engineers
    • Description: The National Society of Black Engineers strives to accomplish the following objectives for our organization: - Stimulate and develop student interest in the various engineering disciplines - Strive to increase the number of minority students studying engineering at both the undergraduate and graduate levels
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • National Society of Leadership and Success
    • Description: The NSLS Chapter at OU is a leadership honor society where members gain insights and skill to embark their leadership journey. This Chapter consists of a student executive board and advisor.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Neuroscience Club
    • Description: The Neuroscience Club at Oakland University provides an opportunity for students to engage with the fields of psychology and neuroscience.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Nurses for Sexual and Reproductive Health
    • Description: NSRHOU provides Oakland University students with the education and resources necessary to become social-change agents within the healthcare system as it relates to sexual and reproductive justice.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Nutrition Student Association
    • Description: The Nutrition Student Association (NSA) represents undergraduate students in the School of Health Sciences.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • OASIS
    • Description: Oakland Accounting Student Information Society (OASIS) is an introductory accounting organization that provides information to students in regards to the overall accounting profession, potential careers and the recruiting process to gain internships and full-time positions.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Percussion Studio
    • Description: Our mission is to help promote any percussive studies on the campus of Oakland University. We take trips to the Percussive Arts Society International Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana, and bring in guest artists to do master classes and concerts at Varner Hall. This club is open to all OU students.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Phi Alpha Honor Society

    • Description: Phi Alpha Honor Society is the National Social Work Honors Society's Chapter on Oakland University's campus. Phi Alpha promotes strong educational standards for social workers and welcomes members who demonstrate excellence in both academics and social work.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Phi Alpha Theta (National History Honor Society)
    • Description: A National History Honors Society for those who are passionate about the subject and want to share this interest with others. We host events that provide both professional development opportunities and allow you to network within the Department of History at OU while also broadening each member's perspectives on history. 
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Psi Chi - Psychology Student Association
    • Description: We are the International Honors Society in Psychology here at Oakland University. The purpose of Psi Chi is to encourage, stimulate and maintain excellence in scholarship of the individual members in all fields, particularly in psychology, and to advance the science of psychology.
    • Contact: [email protected] or [email protected] 
  • Public Health Professionals
    • Description: The purpose of the Oakland University Public Health Professionals is to give current OU undergraduate and graduate students the knowledge they need about the field of Public Health and the many opportunities the field affords.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Robotics Association
    • Description: The Robotics Association at Oakland University is an engineering organization dedicated to developing competitive, intelligent and autonomous robotic systems.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Sigma Delta Pi: Capitulo Theta Psi, #215
    • Description: National Collegiate Hispanic Honor Society. All Spanish Majors and Minors are eligible for acceptance and initiation so long as they meet all criteria set forth by the National Office.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Sigma Tau Delta - English Honor Society
    • Description: Sigma Tau Delta is an International English Honors Society. The Alpha Iota Eta Chapter of Sigma Tau Delta at Oakland University works to promote the love and study of English language and literature on campus, as well as provide social and academic resources for English/Creative Writing majors and minors. 
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Smart Vehicles Club
    • Description: The Smart Vehicles Club is a multidisciplinary team that is dedicated to the design and implementation of the autonomous systems of the Polaris GEM.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Society for Applied Investing and Financial Education
    • Description: The Society for Applied Investing and Financial Education (SAIFE), a 501(c)(3) non-profit sponsored by Oakland University, empowers students and community members in the Tri-County area to enhance their financial and investing knowledge. SAIFE achieves this through financial education, experiential learning and applied investing opportunities.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Society for Human Resource Management
    • Description: This chapter provides information on career paths in the field of Human Resource Management, Human Resources Development, Business Administration, and more.  As a student chapter our goal is the professional and personal growth of those who join us.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Society of Actuarial Science
    • Description: The Society of Actuarial Science is a club geared towards helping Actuarial Science students get connected with employers and study for their actuarial exams.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Society of Operations Management
    • Description: The Society of Operations Management provides Oakland University students and faculty the opportunity to learn from and network with business professionals as well as learn about the many aspects of the operations management major and variety of career paths. This organization hosts tours, professional speakers and networking events throughout the academic year. Through SOM, students are able to create stronger relationships with their peers, staff and the business community.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Society of Physics Students
    • Description: The Society of Physics Students (SPS) is a group of students who like discussing and learning about physics. Anyone is welcome to join, but come prepared with a love for the natural sciences. We love to help students in understanding topics throughout physics. Our room number is 288 in Hannah Hall. Stop in if you want to chat or learn more about us. 
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Society of Women Engineers
    • Description: The Society of Women Engineers (SWE) is a global not-for-profit educational organization with a mission to empower and advocate for women within the fields of technology and engineering. With use of both professional and social events, SWE inspires the next generation of engineers through every step of their journey.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Sociology Club
    • Description: The Sociology Club aims to create an opportunity for existing and prospective sociology majors/minors to get to know each other.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Speech Language Pathology Student Association
    • Description: The Speech Language Pathology Student Association is a student organization made to provide students that have an interest in Speech Language Pathology learn more about the field. This organization also provides its members with information regarding the requirements for a career in Speech Language Pathology and different workshops throughout the year to allow students to have a deeper understanding of a Speech Language Pathologist's job.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Student Nurses Association
    • Description: We represent student nurses here at Oakland University. We help to provide resources to enhance your educational experience here in the School of Nursing.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Student Writers Group 
    • Description: The purpose of the Student Writers Group at OU is to develop contributors’ writing skills and organize the Swallow the Moon journal, which is composed of submissions and released every spring.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • StudiOU
    • Description: StudiOU is an art, a community for majors and non majors to share their work, grow their skills and have some fun.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Tau Beta Pi - Engineering Honor Society
    • Description: The Tau Beta Pi Association was founded in 1885, to mark in a fitting manner those who have conferred honor upon their Alma Mater by distinguished scholarship and exemplary character as students in engineering, or by their attainments as alumni in the field of engineering, and to foster a spirit of liberal culture in engineering colleges.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Tau Sigma National Honor Society
    • Description: Tau Sigma is an honor society for transfer students with a GPA of 3.5 or higher. The organization is by invitation only. Invitation for qualifying students are sent out in January each year.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • The Chorale
    • Description: The Oakland Chorale is Oakland University’s elite touring choral ensemble, and they have performed with several well known musicians including Morten Lauridsen, Stacey Gibbs and The Rolling Stones. Membership is determined by a competitive audition every fall.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • The Ecology Club
    • Description: This group is dedicated to the education of environmental and ecological principles and constructs, and shall facilitate a forum for interested members of the community to learn and participate in ecological or environmental based community service.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • The Poetic Project
    • Description: The purpose of The Poetic Project is to cater to majors that fall under Organizational Leadership by creating engaging projects and events that appeal to the student body.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Theatre Student Board
    • Description: This student-run organization is comprised of all Oakland University Theatre Department students, from all fields of study - Acting, Theatre Design and Technology, Theatre B.A., and Musical Theatre, and is the main method of communication of important information throughout the year related to the department.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Undergraduate Research Society
    • Description: Our organization aims to provide the bridge that connects students to research opportunities around campus, in varying departments. We also offer meetings where students learn about the works of professors around campus and get the opportunity to work in research labs in programs during all semesters, including summer. We try our best to keep track of current research opportunities outside campus and connect interested students in all fields.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Undergraduate Student Physical Therapy Association
    • Description: Oakland University Undergraduate Student Physical Therapy Association has a mission to encourage and educate undergraduate students on their path toward pursuing a career in physical therapy through the facilitation of networking, volunteerism and sharing resources related to the profession of physical therapy.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Women in Business
    • Description: We are a resource for all women at OU seeking a career in business. Our goal is to empower and support women in professional growth and new career opportunities, and we work towards this by hosting networking events, resume workshops, bonding activities, and more. We aim to develop long-lasting professional and personal relationships between all of our members.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Women in Computing
    • Description: We are an organization aiming to promote equality in the field of computing/STEM, with a focus on encouraging women to better themselves and others. We welcome anyone interested in STEM to join and get connected with people eager to grow themselves and build a community.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Women In Film
    • Description: Highlighting movies not only directed by women, but also starring, highlighting and centered around women’s issues and stories. We are a group of women who love movies, and want to show movies that women love. In this club, we will watch, discuss and create a community centered around women in film.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • African Student Union 
    • Description: ASU intends to share and display the African culture to the campus community by hosting different events including our fall potluck, game nights and recently a fashion show.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Albanian American Student Organization
    • Description: The Albanian American Student Organization (AASO) at Oakland University is a cultural and social group dedicated to promoting Albanian heritage, unity and pride among students. Through events, networking and community involvement, AASO creates a welcoming space for students to connect and celebrate their shared roots.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Arab-American Student Association
    • Description: ASA is a multicultural and non-profit student organization. The purpose of ASA is to give Oakland University students an opportunity to strengthen their knowledge about the Arab-American culture/history, network with Arab-American professionals, and advocate for Middle-Eastern relief and coexistence, in part with supporting the education of its members.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Art Unplugged
    • Description: Join us in exploring different realms of art and celebrating how the Black culture has influenced art.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Association of Black Students
    • Description: The Association of Black Students (ABS) at Oakland University is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive community for Black students. Our mission is to empower our members through educational, cultural and social initiatives, promoting personal growth, academic excellence and community engagement. We strive to cultivate a sense of unity and pride, while addressing the unique challenges and celebrating the diverse experiences of Black students.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Bangladesh Students Association
    • Description: The Bangladesh Students Association (BSA) likely has both social and cultural elements, as it connects Bangladeshi students and promotes their culture while also providing a support system.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • CAIR: Host Family Program 
    • Description: The CAIR Cultural Exchange Program offers international students hospitality and resources for their integration into American culture, fostering a broad and enriching experience during their stay in the United States. Our goal is to be able to match up all interested international students with domestic volunteers in the perfect partnership to promote cross-cultural friendship.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Chaldean American Student Association
    • Description: The purpose of the Chaldean American Student Association is to support and recognize scholarship and academic achievement, community involvement and the development of a bond of friendship among its members.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • China Club
    • Description: China Club seeks to promote social networking opportunities among students of Chinese origin or descent, as well as those students who are interested in Chinese culture. All Chinese language levels are welcome.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Egyptian Association 
    • Description: The Egyptian Association is dedicated to celebrating, learning, exploring and sharing the rich history, vibrant culture, and modern life of Egypt with everyone—students, faculty and the broader community.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • French Club
    • Description: French Club at Oakland University seeks to bring together individuals who share a common appreciation of French language and culture. We often host meetings and events that consist of anything from conversation meetups, a French film, or a cultural outing to a local French cafe or restaurant, all in an attempt to share the French language and culture with you.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • German Club
    • Description: The German Club is dedicated to helping Oakland students learn more about the culture of Germany and other German-speaking countries. We present monthly meetings centering on different cultural topics which include videos, games and discussions (in English). We also organize events to show German films, interact with German companies and those that do business in Germany as well as help members and OU students improve their German language skills.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Hellenic Students Association
    • Description: The purpose of the Hellenic Students Association is to support community involvement and to form a bond among its members. Its aim is to promote the Greek tradition, Greek heritage and Greek history.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Hispanic Aspiring Leaders Organization (HALO)
    • Description: HALO (Hispanic Aspiring Leaders Organization) works as a social network for students while perpetuating and fostering the customs and traditions of Hispanics through Oakland University and civic events.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Indian Students Association
    • Description: Indian Students Association of OU (ISA) provides an opportunity for Indian students and university's general population to gain cultural awareness and be part of a welcoming community. India is rich in history, language and culture, and we are dedicated to celebrating our heritage. ISA holds general meetings, celebrates Indian festivals on campus, and participates in other social and educational events such as International Night. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • International Allies Organization
    • Description: International Allies Organization (IAO) works to connect domestic and international students to facilitate the celebration of multiculturalism and fun social events and programming for all OU students.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Iraqi American Union
    • Description: The Iraqi American Union is a cultural philanthropic student organization that fosters community while uplifting and celebrating our ethnic and religious diversity.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Italian Club
    • Description: The Italian Club provides a space for students interested in Italian culture to socialize and practice their language skills.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Japan Club
    • Description: An organization to spread awareness and appreciation of Japanese culture, as well as engage and support learners of the Japanese language.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Jewish Student Organization - Hillel
    • Description: Jewish Student Organization sponsors a variety of Jewish cultural, social and professional programs throughout the year.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Jordanian Student Association
    • Description: The Jordanian Student Association at Oakland University is a student-led organization that fosters a sense of community and promotes cultural awareness among Jordanian students and their peers.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Kaleidoscope Theatre
    • Description: Kaleidoscope Theatre promotes interracial understanding through the performing arts. We highlight people of color, the global majority, and the historically marginalized in hopes of building an equitable future.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • KIC
    • Description: The purpose of kic is to create a safe space centered around queer students of color and/or students who identify as mixed; through the arts, sustainability and creativity.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Lebanese Student Association
    • Description: The Lebanese Student Association of Oakland University (LSA OU) welcomes all people who love Lebanon. We are a non-political, non-religious, and non-profit student based organization. Our collective mission is to inform the public about the culture, people and history of Lebanon. LSA OU activities and programs aim to encourage diversity on campus and in the community. We work to ensure a comfortable environment for all our members.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Macedonian American Student Organization
    • Description: The Macedonian American Student Association (MASA) at Oakland University is a student-led organization dedicated to celebrating, preserving and sharing Macedonian culture within the university community.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Muslim Student Association
    • Description: The mission of the Muslim Student Association (MSA) is to bring Muslim and non-Muslim students at Oakland University together through service, educational events and social activities, and to represent the Muslim-American population on- and off-campus.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Native American Student Organization
    • Description: NASO's purpose is to fill the space left by the lack of education by the American education system. We discuss history, culture and modern day issues which are not commonly addressed, whether on the news, the internet, or social media. NASO's goal is to create a stronger generation of Native American students, as well as students who identify as allies of the indigenous people.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Pakistani Student Association
    • Description: The association aims to nurture cultural appreciation and awareness within the student body while acknowledging Pakistani heritage and embracing diversity.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Saudi Students Association
    • Description: Representing the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. We are hosting cultural events such as Ramadan, Eid and Saudi National Days. We also host some routine gatherings to connect our students with others. We provide Halal Arabic Food in most of our events.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Serbian Student Club
    • Description: The Serbian Club at Oakland University is a student organization dedicated to celebrating Serbian culture, history and traditions through social events, cultural activities and community engagement. Open to all students, the club fosters a welcoming environment for learning about and connecting with Serbian heritage.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Spanish Club
    • Description: This organization strongly promotes learning of Latino/Spanish culture and language.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Students for Justice in Palestine
    • Description: Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) is an organization whose goal is to promote the cause of justice and speak out against oppression. We work to educate members of our community specifically about the plight of the Palestinian people.
    • Contact: https://www.instagram.com/ou_sjp/
  • Students Organize for Syria
    • Description: Students Organize for Syria (SOS) is the student-led movement for Syria. We exist to assist the Syrian people in their effort to build a self-determined, pluralistic society by standing in solidarity with them, raising awareness of their cause, and helping to alleviate the current humanitarian crisis in Syria.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • The National Collegiate Chinese Honor Society 
    • Description: The National Collegiate Chinese Honor Society Oakland University Chapter is founded to recognize the outstanding academic achievement of college students in learning Chinese as a second language, to encourage them to continue to study Chinese after they graduate from college, and to promote the study of Chinese language, literature and culture in the United States.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • The Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers
    • Description: The purpose of our organization is to increase the number of Hispanic engineering students at Oakland University which increases the number of Hispanic professionals in the STEM field.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Vietnamese Student Association
    • Description: A safe space for students and community to come together and enjoy Vietnamese culture, whether you’re Vietnamese or just interested and want to learn more about the culture.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • World Music Organization
    • Description: We show people music from all around the world and give people hands-on experience with authentic foreign instruments through weekly clinics. We also perform on campus and collaborate with other organisations regularly to bring music to events.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Be The Light
    • Description: Be the Light offers a community for Christians on campus to gather, specifically Chaldean Catholics, for the purpose of integrating faith into their daily lives as students. We do sport fundraisers, talks, and fellowship/social events.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Catholic Campus Ministry 
    • Description: Catholic Campus Ministry at Oakland University aspires to lead students to Jesus and His Church through the Sacraments, Faith Formation and fun events, Bible studies, and by building a life-changing community of joyful Christians.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Collegiate, Black & Christian
    • Description: A Christian Fellowship for minorities seeking to get connected with God through Faith and religion.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Connect The Nations
    • Description: Connect The Nations desires to see people from all nations connected to Jesus. It is our belief that the influence of Jesus causes people to become more intentional, honest, hopeful, loving and hospitable. We believe these character qualities build stronger, kinder and more faithful relationships, and we want to help people from all over the world develop these qualities so they can give them to others.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Coptic Club
    • Description: Explore and learn about the Coptic Orthodox religion.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Cru
    • Description: Cru is a multiethnic community to help every student know and follow Jesus. We are an inter-denominational Christian group on campus that focuses on helping every student grow spiritually and in Christian community and share the love of Jesus with others.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Every Nation Campus 
    • Description: Every Nation Campus is a diverse community dedicated to help students in their relationship with Jesus, share the hope and love that God has for all people, and grow in friendship and community.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • His House Christian Fellowship
    • Description: His House is committed to helping students encounter Jesus through meaningful community and thoughtful exploration of the Bible. Regardless of your spiritual background, come be a part of the family and enjoy better conversations about spiritual things.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • InterVarsity Christian Fellowship
    • Description: At InterVarsity, our vision is to see students and faculty restored, campuses renewed, and world changers developed. To pursue this, our purpose is to establish and advance at Oakland University witnessing communities of students and faculty who follow Jesus as Savior and Lord: growing in love for God, God's Word, God's people of every ethnicity and culture, and God's purpose for the world.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Representatives in Christ
    • Description: Representatives for Christ is for the OU student who seeks to grow in their Christian faith and tend to fall away in order to fulfill their college dues.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • The Apostolic Church
    • Description: At AC Oakland, our greatest ambition is to make Jesus famous and see everyone at Oakland University raised to a greater life in Christ. It is our passion and commitment to see a new, exciting, and vibrant worship experience where anyone can grow in their relationship with God.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Young Life
    • Description: Young Life at OU is a campus organization geared toward helping students find Jesus and make disciples who make disciples. We aim to create a space where each student is fully known, fully loved, and fully cared for and can learn who Jesus is and how He impacts our lives.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • ZoÄ“
    • Description: ZoÄ“ is a new, inclusive, intentional Christian community of young adults, OU students and mentors. ZoÄ“ exists to assist OU and the surrounding areas to grow their faith and serve our community.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Alpha Delta Pi 
    • Description: At Alpha Delta Pi, we are a sisterhood of friends, a family of individuals, and a home away from home. We embrace every woman's uniqueness, we encourage and support each other's goals and dreams and we value character above all else. Founded in 1851 at Wesleyan Female College in Macon, Georgia, Alpha Delta Pi was the first secret society for women. The Zeta Upsilon Chapter of Alpha Delta Pi at Oakland University was founded in 1980.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. 
    • Description: Alpha Kappa Alpha’s purpose is to cultivate and encourage high scholastic and ethical standards, to promote unity and friendship among college women, to study and help alleviate problems concerning girls and women in order to improve their social stature, to maintain a progressive interest in college life, and to be of “Service to All Mankind.”
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. 
    • Description: Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., develops leaders, promotes brotherhood and academic excellence, while providing service and advocacy for our communities.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Alpha Sigma Phi
    • Description: Founded at Yale in 1845, Alpha Sigma Phi has grown into one of the premier national fraternities. The fraternity is committed to bettering the man, and bettering the world through better men.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Alpha Sigma Tau
    • Description: For over 100 years, women have been discovering Alpha Sigma Tau Sorority. Since 1899, Alpha Sigma Tau has stood for excellence, setting itself apart from other sororities. Alpha Sigma Tau is about people - from undergraduates to alumnae to chapter volunteers, people make the difference in our organization. In choosing Alpha Sigma Tau, members make an investment in their future. Alpha Sigma Tau makes women into chapter leaders and community partners. Alpha Sigma Tau is also about sisters that are connected as friends for generations. It is about women who work together to support each other, creating meaningful relationships that add value to their lives. Alpha Sigma Tau is about sharing important things. It's about sharing our Sisterhood with each other. It's about being proud of what we believe in as sisters.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • College Panhellenic Council
    • Description: Oakland University's Panhellenic community. Our community includes Alpha Delta Pi, Alpha Sigma Tau, Gamma Phi Beta, Phi Sigma Sigma, and Sigma Sigma Sigma.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. 
    • Description: Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated is an organization of college educated women committed to the constructive development of its members and to public service with a primary focus on the Black community.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Gamma Phi Beta
    • Description: Gamma Phi Beta is an international sorority dedicated to building confident women through lifelong friendships, leadership development and philanthropic efforts. With a focus on empowering women and giving back to the community, our sisterhood fosters personal growth and meaningful connections.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. 
    • Description: On September 19, 1963, at Morgan State College (now Morgan State University), 12 students founded what is now the nation's fifth largest, predominately African-American social service fraternity: The Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Incorporated.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. 
    • Description: Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. was founded on the campus of Indiana University on January 5, 1911. The Fraternity's fundamental purpose is achievement. Fashioning achievement as its purpose, Kappa Alpha Psi began uniting college men of culture, patriotism and honor in a bond of fraternity.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. 
    • Description: Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. is the first international fraternal organization founded on the campus of a historically black college.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. 
    • Description: Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity was founded at Howard University in Washington, D.C., January 9, 1914, by three young African-American male students. The Founders, Honorable A. Langston Taylor, Honorable Leonard F. Morse, and Honorable Charles I. Brown, wanted to organize a Greek letter fraternity that would truly exemplify the ideals of brotherhood, scholarship and service.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Phi Sigma Sigma
    • Description: Phi Sigma Sigma is a dynamic, principled, passionately committed group of women from around the world who define ourselves not by our distinct differences, but by what we have in common.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.
    • Description: It is the mission of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. To enhance the quality of life for women and their families, in the U.S. and globally through community service, civil and social action. Our goal is to achieve progress in the areas of education, health awareness, and leadership development. Our members, affiliates, staff and community partners work to create and support initiatives that align with our vision.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Sigma Pi
    • Description: Sigma Pi Fraternity is a top 30 leading international men's collegiate fraternal organization which provides training, guidance, mentorship and innovative opportunities for leadership development, social and personal development, academic achievement, community service and heightened moral awareness for its brothers throughout their lives.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Sigma Sigma Sigma
    • Description: Sigma Sigma Sigma is an NPC sorority and has been at Oakland University since 2016. Our values are faith, hope, power, wisdom and love. We strive to empower women and be women of character.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Theta Chi
    • Description: Theta Chi Fraternity is a collegiate social fraternity founded in 1856 at Norwich University, known for promoting leadership, brotherhood and service. It emphasizes lifelong friendships and personal growth through academic and community involvement.
    • Contact: [email protected]  
  • Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. 
    • Description: Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. was founded on Jan. 16, 1920, on the campus of Howard University. This sorority was established to promote the ideals of scholarship, service, sisterhood and finer womanhood. The sorority was organized with the specific intent of providing a sisterhood dedicated to serving mankind and empowering women to fulfill their greatest potential. One of the Divine Nine, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. was the first sorority to establish a centrally located headquarters, form national youth programs and to establish chapters internationally. Members of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. were instrumental in the creation of the sorority and are the constitutionally bound brothers of the sorority.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Active Minds 
    • Description: Active Minds at OU aims to raise awareness of mental health concerns, build connections to resources, and foster a safe and open environment for discussion of mental health to remove stigma and promote holistic wellness.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Alternative Spring Break
    • Description: Alternative Spring Break is a non-profit, student initiative-led organization that works on various community service projects around the country during spring break. Trips to help those in need take place during the winter semester.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • American Red Cross Club
    • Description: The American Red Cross Club is dedicated to making a positive impact within our community through service. As a group, we organize blood drives, provide training in CPR and Basic Life Support, and engage in various activities that empower us to be active, compassionate contributors to those in need.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Best Buddies
    • Description: Through engaging activities/hangouts, and 1:1 friendships, Best Buddies is dedicated to creating inclusion and fun between college students and members of the community with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD). Please join us here to receive invites to our events.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Cancer Awareness Society
    • Description: As the Cancer Awareness Society at Oakland University (CAS), our mission is to create an overall understanding about Oncology.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • College Democrats 
    • Description: The reformation of the College Democrats of Oakland University (CDOU) is being undertaken in an effort to give voice, power and direction to like-minded students. The CDOU will accomplish this task through the combined efforts of the Democratic campus community. Organizing campus visits by political, scientific, educational and labor leaders from across the nation will serve to further enlighten the population of Oakland University. We will be a unified assembly designed to further the general cause of the United States of America and the Democratic Party. Perhaps the most consequential aspect of American freedom is the right to assemble and speak. It is therefore the perpetual hope of the founding governance of the College Democrats that the General Assembly will elevate the civil discourse allowing for a place of honest and ideologically diverse deliberation. Current events and legislation shall be presented and discussed while helping to protect the democratic process; out of this, specific policy goals shall be created. Universities have long been known as the nerve center of creativity and problem solving. It is time that the students recognize their political prowess and direct their intelligence toward noble pursuits.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • College Republicans
    • Description: We provide a conservative voice to students and encourage engagement on campus through board meetings and events with conservative politicians and others.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • ECLIPSE Activities Board
    • Description: To foster students’ abilities to become leaders within and beyond our communities through diverse, student-centered, collaborative and interprofessional experiences, in purpose for health.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Future Leader Dogs 
    • Description: We are an on-campus service organization that is partnered with Leader Dogs for the Blind to raise awareness and spread knowledge of the guide dog and visually impaired communities. Our organization also fosters Future Leader Dog puppies, who go on to become working guide dogs, but this is not a requirement to become involved.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Golden Giving
    • Description: The purpose of Golden Giving is to spread awareness of the conditions and causes dedicated to each month by volunteering for that cause. This organization provides volunteer opportunities to all Oakland University students. This can be helpful for those planning on going to graduate school, for resumes, or for those who want to give back to the community.
    • Contact: Instagram: goldengivingou
  • Grizzlies for Choice
    • Description: Grizzlies for Choice is Oakland University's chapter of Planned Parenthood Generation Action. We strongly believe in bodily autonomy and the right to choose- a right that is under attack.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • H.O.P.E.
    • Description: An organization dedicated to helping individuals who are battling illness. Spreading positivity by hosting events and having fun.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Hearts for Hospice 
    • Description: The purpose and mission of Hearts For Hospice is to provide compassionate support and care for individuals and families facing the end-of-life journey.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Hopeful Hearts
    • Description: Hopeful Hearts is focused on supporting classrooms for children with disabilities. This might include volunteering in special education classrooms, providing resources or assistance to teachers, and ensuring that children receive the support they need to succeed academically.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Humanity First Student Organization
    • Description: The primary purpose and intention of the HFSO at Oakland University is to advocate for human life by means of undertaking disaster relief efforts, as well as human development projects for socially disadvantaged communities in collaboration with Humanity First USA (HF-USA).
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Ignite Hope Foundation 
    • Description: The Ignite Hope foundation is a non-profit organization focused on combating school supply insecurity in marginalized communities across Michigan.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Minority Association of Pre-Medical Students
    • Description: MAPS is an organization geared towards providing underrepresented students with the knowledge, resources and information needed to excel in their desired health professions. Diversifying the face of medicine. In coordination with OUWB SOM's Student National Medical Association Chapter (SNMA). Becoming a member of this organization is free and open to all current OU students.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Mental Health Matters
    • Description: The Mental Health Matters organization at Oakland University is dedicated to raising mental health awareness by using resources, guidance and support that is available. Becoming a member of this organization is free and open to OU students.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Michigan Coalition for Human Rights 
    • Description: The Michigan Coalition for Human Rights OU Chapter strives to promote awareness, commitment to, and advocacy for Human Rights through education, community organization and action at OU and beyond.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • MindsUnited
    • Description: We at MindsUnited are on a mission to exhibit our commitment to create a global revolution in mental health. We as a team come together to help defeat stigma at Oakland University and bring awareness to mental health.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Mission Kindness
    • Description: Mission Kindness is dedicated to spreading acts of goodwill and generosity on the campus of Oakland University and the surrounding community. We are committed to small random acts that improve the daily life of others and larger projects that require a commitment of helping hands.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Pre-Street Medicine
    • Description: Pre-Street Medicine Oakland serves to support OUWB’s Street Medicine Team through constant volunteering for and with the local underserved population, such as participating in blanket making, card making and hygiene kit making events. PSMO will also be educating its members on the importance of giving back to the deprived through various speakers from homeless shelters and OUWB.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Pollinator Conservation Organization
    • Description: The PCO is focused on the protection of wild and managed pollinator species, including bees, butterflies and other animals. We aim to create "pollinator sanctuaries" which will provide habitat for these species, to spread awareness and advocate the importance of these animals, and to develop and execute sustainable strategies for supporting pollinators.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Project Big Sister
    • Description: PBS seeks to advance young women professionally and personally through critical mentoring, support and sisterly counsel.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Protect Life
    • Description: Founded in the fall of 2005, we are a group of students who are dedicated to exposing the injustice of abortion by having meaningful and personal conversations with students and faculty while upholding the dignity of both women and children.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • RAINBOW 
    • Description: RAINBOW is a celebration of the creative minds that dwell within Oakland University’s queer community. We accept creatives from all fields of expression (writing, illustration, crafting, photography, etc) and highly encourage people of all skill levels to join. We will have weekly meetings, fun events and collaborative projects.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Red Glasses Movement
    • Description: Striving to inspire OU students to live boldly, love big and pass it along like Audrey Lou.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Rotaract Club
    • Description: Rotaract is an international organization devoted to giving back to communities and promoting volunteerism. We offer many volunteer opportunities to undergraduates that are interested in volunteer work.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • SAGE
    • Description: SAGE (formerly GSA) at Oakland University aims to build a strong LGBTQ+ community on campus. We host weekly meetings that offer a support forum and sense of community, and also hold social gathering and events throughout the academic year, such as bonfires and our annual drag show and pride prom.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Social Work Club
    • Description: The Social Work Club is a welcoming and inclusive community where students at all levels can connect, grow, and support one another through shared experiences, hands-on opportunities and meaningful service projects. Whether you’re just starting out or well into your studies, you’ll find a space to develop leadership skills, engage in important conversations and make an impact alongside like-minded peers.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Students For Recovery
    • Description: Students for Recovery is an organization open to all OU students. We aim to support students practicing or considering sobriety for any reason, including addiction; bring visibility to our sober campus community; provide substance education and prevention skills; encourage mental healthcare; and host fun events without the pressure to drink or use substances.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Student Veterans 
    • Description: Student Veterans mission is to provide a forum and support for veterans to transition to campus life and integrate into the community.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Swipe Out Hunger
    • Description: This organization’s mission, in alignment with Swipe Out Hunger’s national mission, is to power the movement to end college student hunger.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • The BRATz
    • Description: The BRATz’s purpose is to create a vibrant, welcoming space that advocates for the protection of femininity while providing a place for girls and other gender minorities to connect. Our mission is to advocate for members of any gender to be who they truly are.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • The Queen Collective
    • Description: The Queen Collective, also known as the QC, founded in 2023, is a women’s society dedicated to the elevation of Black collegiate women through the principles of womanhood and empowerment.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • The Women’s Networking Program
    • Description: The mission of the Women’s Networking Program is to provide a networking-based environment where women can come together to learn and share diverse skills. Our top priority is to elevate the personal and professional lives of women through our program's meetings and events.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Turning Point USA
    • Description: Politically motivated organization striving to inform people (specifically college students) about the importance of voting during political elections. Advocating for limited government interference throughout our everyday lives.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Un-PAC
    • Description: Un-PAC is a non-partisan organization based in multiple universities across the United States that is pushing a set of youth power reforms to get our schools to use the political power, afforded by students, to build a democracy that works for us.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • UNICEF
    • Description: UNICEF at OU aims to raise the standard of living for the world's children by holding fundraising events, lectures, meetings and volunteer opportunities. Our goal is to educate the campus about UNICEF's initiatives and do our part in aiding UNICEF's mission to alleviate preventable child mortality.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • United 2 Heal
    • Description: We volunteer every Saturday from 9 a.m. - noon at World Medical Relief in Southfield packaging donated medical supplies.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Young Democratic Socialists
    • Description: OU YDSA organizes students, campus workers and community youth to learn from one another and be empowered to fight against the most pressing economic and social justice issues.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Aspiring Surgeons 
    • Description: Aspiring Surgeons (AS) welcomes students that are interested in a surgical career. Our goal is to help students grow as professionals and enhance their knowledge of the medical field.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Chaldean Pre-Professional Health Society
    • Description: The Chaldean Pre-Professional Health Society allows Chaldean pre-professional health students to become better integrated into their respective fields, including (but not limited to) pharmacy, PA, medicine, dental, etc.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Dental Professionals Society
    • Description: Dental Professions Society will protect and advance the rights and interests of dental students.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Future Pediatrics of America
    • Description: The Future Pediatrics of America is a group of students who collectively have ambitions in the pediatric sciences. Members in the group can also have interests in pursuing higher level degrees in nursing, pre-med, pre-pa and more.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Golden Key
    • Description: Golden Key International Honour Society, founded on November 29, 1977, is an academic honor society which recognizes and encourages scholastic achievement and excellence among college and university students from all academic disciplines.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Pre-Health Commons
    • Description: OU's Pre-Health Commons is a place for students to experience everything you'd expect in a healthcare-based field via medical simulations. We offer mentorship, medical guest speakers from any field of medicine, and medical workshops.
    • Contact: [email protected] (president) [email protected]   (vice-president)
  • Pre-Law Club
    • Description: This is a club for people interested in going into law or related fields after graduation to help them achieve their goals. All majors and class standings are welcome. Some things we will host are LSAT prep and workshops, a law panel and speakers from those currently in the law field.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Pre-Medical Society
    • Description: The purpose of the Pre-Medical Society at Oakland University is to promote a greater understanding of the field of medicine and medical school admissions process to all interested undergraduate students. The Pre-Medical Society is committed to helping students build the skills and knowledge necessary to gain entry into medical school and become exceptional, well-rounded physicians by providing a range of opportunities and support in academics, volunteering and preparatory material. The Pre-Medical Society is free and open to all OU students. 
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Pre-Occupational Therapy Club
    • Description: We are a group of aspiring Occupational Therapists navigating through the exciting world of OT. We educate, support and encourage each other about this career path and welcome anyone willing to learn.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Pre-Optometry Club
    • Description: The Pre-Optometry Club will give interested students an insight about the field of optometry and what it takes to become an optometrist.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Pre-Pharmacy Society
    • Description: The Pre-Pharmacy Club at Oakland University is a student-driven organization dedicated to providing resources, support and networking opportunities for those pursuing a career in pharmacy. We offer a collaborative environment where students can gain valuable knowledge, connect with professionals and prepare for the pharmacy school admissions process.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Pre-Physician Assistants Society
    • Description: The Pre-Physician Assistant Society is dedicated to educating and empowering students interested in the Physician Assistant profession. Our mission is to provide comprehensive resources and guidance on Physician Assistant program admission requirements, the application process and volunteer opportunities. 
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Public Relations Student Society of America
    • Description: Public Relations Student Society of America at Oakland University is dedicated to helping our members gain knowledge and experience in the world of public relations. We aim to help build mutually advantageous relationships between OU students and Metro Detroit Public Relations Professionals.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Sigma Alpha Iota International Music Fraternity
    • Description: The Mission of Sigma Alpha Iota International Music Fraternity is to encourage, nurture and support the art of music through a sisterhood of musicians.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Artventures
    • Description: Our organization allows you to explore different art mediums and activities. We provide the opportunity to create new social networks, decompress from your school work and express yourself through each artistic activity.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Badminton Club
    • Description: We are all about playing and having fun while enjoying the game of badminton. No racquets or birdies? No problem! We will provide them free of charge. All levels are welcome.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • BeGolden Fashion Magazine
    • Description: BeGolden is a student-run fashion magazine for Oakland University. A combination of journalism, public relations, photography, graphic design and more.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Book Club
    • Description: Book Club at OU encourages the reading of books for pleasure. This club uses in person meetings to discuss books the group votes on. This club meets formally once a month to have discussions.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Bowling Club
    • Description: The purpose of this organization shall be to bring the community of Oakland University’s campus together for an outside activity that promotes a fun time, networking, as well as health and wellness. The sport of bowling promotes physical, social and emotional health.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
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  • Boxing
     
    • Description: Recreational club boxing for people of all backgrounds and all experiences. We go over basic training eventually, leading to more advanced training, everyone is welcome.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Ceiling Connoisseurs
    • Description: The Ceiling Connoisseurs is a club designated for all people to come together and appreciate the beauty that lies above us. Meetings will range from discussion about ceilings we experience in day-to-day life to discussion about what really constitutes a ceiling.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Chess Club
    • Description: The Chess Club of OU is a chess club focused on having a great time and making new connections, through open play chess meetings and chess tournaments. We embrace all skill levels from just learning to playing rated tournaments.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Costume & Cosplay Club
    • Description: The Costume and Cosplay Club is a gathering place for cosplayers, costume makers and costume lovers to collaborate, learn, socialize and share their passion.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Crafts with a Purpose
    • Description: Come relax and make a craft once a month with us! Our goal is to build connections with peers and better our campus and community through art, friendship and fun.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Dragon Gate Martial Arts Club
    • Description: We practice different styles of martial arts. This club is beneficial for the members in terms of physical fitness, mental health and self-defense.
    • Contact: [email protected]  
  • Echo Cognito to Honors College Critical and Creative Society
    • Description: Echo Cognito is a themed, student-run literary journal that operates out of the honors college.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Gaming Guild
    • Description: This organization provides a relaxed and social environment to experience tabletop gaming. Unwind after a stressful week of school and enjoy our vast selection of board games, card games and role-playing games.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Girl Gains
    • Description: Our goal with girl gains is to allow all women to have a safe space with like-minded individuals to achieve their fitness goals. We want to create an environment that does not feel clicky but one that just feels fun and light. We welcome any women at any fitness level, whether that means they have never considered exercising or they are competing in competitions already. We want to keep the women on OU's campus happy and healthy and provide a fun environment to do so.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Gold Vibrations A Cappella
    • Description: Oakland University's first and only all-gender a cappella group. Gold Vibrations is nationally ranked in the top 100 and competes at ICCA (International Competition of Collegiate A Cappella) yearly.
    • Contact: [email protected]  
  • Grizz Balls Pool Club
    • Description: A club for pool players, young and old. All experience levels are welcome. We will be regularly running training drills and playing matches both for fun and competitively.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Grizz Gang
    • Description: The official student section on-campus. We spread the word of upcoming athletic events and try to be present at as many sporting events as possible.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Grizzlies Anime Club
    • Description: The Grizzlies Anime Club is a place where we discuss and watch anime, read manga/ webtoons and play games.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Holistic Wellness and Yoga Club  
    • Description: Our goal through this club is to inspire college students to live up to their best potential through holistic practices such as yoga and meditation.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Honors College Student Association
    • Description: It is the mission of the HCSA to advance the curricular, co-curricular and extra-curricular goals of the Honors College, and to ensure that students receive the support they need, be it academic or social, so that every student who enters the Honors College graduates from the Honors College.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Improv
    • Description: IOU is a collegiate improv group that uses improvisational theatre to provide an open environment for students to practice creative collaboration skills such as confident decision making, active listening and mindfulness. We accept all skill levels at our two weekly general membership practices.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Intrigue Hip Hop Dance Team
    • Description: INTRIGUE Hip Hop Dance Team began on October 4, 2000, here at Oakland University. Since then, we have made a name for ourselves, not only on campus but all around the surrounding areas. As a team, INTRIGUE performs at both on-campus and off-campus events.
    • Contact: [email protected]   
  • Jewelry and Metalsmithing Club
    • Description: The Jewelry and Metalsmithing Club aims to foster a community of individuals interested in jewelry making and metalsmithing.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Meadow Brook Ball Committee
    • Description: The Meadow Brook Ball is one of Oakland University's oldest traditions. Since 1974 the Meadow Brook Ball Committee (MBBC) has hosted a ball in Meadow Brook Hall providing students with a night of food, dancing, entertainment, and lifelong memories.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Mental Health & Wellness for Women in STEM
    • Description: Mental Health and Wellness for Women in STEM is dedicated to creating a safe place to come together and focus on our overall well-being. We promote the success of your academic career alongside your growth and healing as a person.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Network of Enlightened Women
    • Description: The Network of Enlightened Women educates, equips and empowers women to be principled leaders for a free society.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Opera Club
    • Description: We are a student organization dedicated to seeing, talking about, and singing opera.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Outdoor Adventure Club
    • Description: Outdoor Adventure Club is designed to bring together people who love alternative sports, outdoors and adventure. Our vision is to be able to host and plan trips and activities involving the outdoors and nature. Whether you have never tried any of the latter, are looking to improve skills or are a pro looking for some people on campus with similar interests.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Philosophy Club of Oakland University 
    • Description: Philosophy Club serves as a safe, academic environment where all students can share their perspectives in meaningful discussion. Anyone with the slightest interest in philosophy or rhetoric is invited to join and present whatever ideas they find interesting. 
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Pick it Up! The Euchre Club 
    • Description: We get together and play some euchre twice a week. Even if you don't know how to play, you're still welcome to come learn and hang out.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Roundnet
    • Description: Bringing the sport of Spikeball to Oakland University. For those looking to compete, learn, and have fun.
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Skaterz Society
    • Description: Skaterz Society OU is a skateboard club for skaters of all levels. Meet up with other skaters on campus, perfect skills and learn new tricks together.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Student-Run Community Theatre
     
    • Description: Student-Run Community Theatre is an organization dedicated to providing students of all academic backgrounds the opportunity to be involved in all stages of the successful production of a theatrical play, be it acting, writing, directing, marketing, etc. 
    • Contact: [email protected] 
  • Swifties 
    • Description: Once a month, we will host a Taylor Swift-themed event that any OU student can attend – no matter how big of a fan you are!
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Student Activities Funding Board
    • Description: SAFB assists the more than 300 registered student organizations at Oakland University in implementing and developing programs, events and other activities to benefit the Oakland University student body by fairly and equitably allocating its financial resources.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Student Congress
    • Description: Oakland University Student Congress is the voice for the Student Body and advocates for campus pride and unity through events, initiatives and programs.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Student Life Lecture Board
    • Description: The Student Life Lecture Board (SLLB) sponsors a diverse series of lectures at Oakland University that educate, inform, motivate and entertain OU students and the community.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Student Program Board
    • Description: Student Program Board strives to enhance student life by providing high quality and diverse programs, activities and events for the Oakland University Community.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • Student Video Productions
    • Description: Student Video Productions is an organization for Oakland University students looking to utilize their creative abilities to gain production experience and networking opportunities.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • The Oakland Post
    • Description: The Oakland Post is the student-run newspaper at Oakland University. Founded in 1973, The Post has provided an independent source of news for students, faculty and alumni for decades.
    • Contact: [email protected]
  • WXOU - Auburn Hills 88.3 FM - wxou.org
    • Description: We are the Soundtrack of Oakland University since 1967. 88.3 FM WXOU is a freeform radio station that provides students with real world broadcasting experience beyond just hosting a radio show. We have numerous media avenues for students to explore, including podcasting, news interviews, sports reporting, live concert and audio performances.
    • Contact: [email protected]

Office for Student Involvement

Oakland Center, Room 49
312 Meadow Brook Road
Rochester, MI 48309-4454
(location map)
(248) 370-2400


OSI Office Hours:
Monday-Friday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

OSI Service Window Hours:
Monday-Friday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.