Academic Clubs & Organizations
Accounting Club
This organization assists members in making contacts with area accounting professionals, learning more about career opportunities, exchanging ideas and building communication skills through discussions and social events. It is open to all students interested in accounting. Sponsored by the George Dean Johnson, Jr. College of Business and Economics. For more information, contact Elizabeth Cole at 503-5594.
Chemistry Club
The purpose of the Chemistry Club is to stimulate and maintain an interest in the field of chemistry through bi-weekly meetings. Sponsored by faculty in Natural Sciences and Engineering. For more information, contact Dr. Astrid Rosario at 864-503-5738.
Computer Science Club
Club members develop a better understanding of data processing and stay informed of current trends and methods. This club is open to all interested students. For more information, contact Kenneth Pestke at 503-5348.
Criminal Justice Club
Members learn about different aspects of law enforcement careers. Speakers discuss victim, self-defense and other related topics.
Deutschklub
The USC Upstate Deutschklub is an organization that seeks to bring students and faculty members together through the shared interest of the German language and culture. We hold monthly meetings and will be hosting a variety of events throughout the year. If you are interested in German, stop by one of our meetings or contact Jay Coffman at 503-5810.
Equestrian Club
Members travel to horse shows, learn the finer points of judging horses, perform service activities, learn about career opportunities, listen to invited speakers, and participate in recreational activities. The Equine Judging Team competes for scholarships and other prizes. Sponsored by faculty in Natural Sciences and Engineering.
Health Professionals Club
This group is a venue for the dissemination of information related to various careers in the health professions. The club offers seminars and workshops and sponsors free presentations to students covering a variety of career options, inviting, local health professionals to participate. The club also provides van service to MUSC for its open house. Sponsored by faculty in Natural Sciences and Engineering. For more information, contact Dr. Jeannie Chapman at 503-5768 or visit our web site.
Information Management Systems Student Assoc.
This organization provides a forum for students or potential students of the IMS program to expand their knowledge of their chosen career path. For more information, contact Dr. Ron Fulbright at 864-503-5683.
Literary Club
The literary club enhances the life of students through experiences with live drama, poetry readings, film and experiences in other dramatic and literary art. For more information, contact Catherine Canino at 864-503-5657.
Marketing Association
The Marketing Club provides students with the opportunity to broaden their understanding of, and appreciation for, the discipline of Marketing. The club seeks to identify member needs and to provide activities that provide members with a value-added experience. The club seeks to do so by providing a mix of activities: company tours, guest speakers, attendance at marketing conferences, etc. Sponsored by the George Dean Johnson, Jr. College of Business and Economics. For more information, contact Dr. Faruk Tanyel at 864-503-5587.
Math Club
This club helps students develop a greater understanding of math concepts, explore careers related to mathematics, and meet community leaders working in math-related fields. For more information, contact Dr. Kelly Waters at 503-5156.
Psychology Club
The Psychology Club promotes interest in psychology, informs others of the science of psychology, provides service to the local community, and helps students network among themselves and in the community. For more information, contact Dr. Stefanie Keen, via e-mail or at 864-503-5784.
Scuba & Snorkel Club
A student-led organization focused on training interested students, faculty, and staff in scuba and skin diving. Activities include a behind-the-scenes tours at the Tennessee Aquarium and diving and snorkeling trips to the Florida Keys, which may be beneficial for Natural Sciences and Engineering students. For more information, contact Sarah Campbell at 864-503-5716.
Sociology Club
The Sociology Club enhances the undergraduate experience of sociology majors and interested others by sponsoring events that encourage interaction, provide academic enrichment, and promote personal growth and success.
Student Nurses Association
The SNA fosters the growth of nursing students in their personal and professional lives. Involvement in the local chapter may include community service activities, student recruitment, legislative activities, conventions, educational programs, and professional publications. This club is open to all nursing students. For more information, contact Charlotte Koehler at 864-503-5451.
TEACH (Teachers Educating All Children)
The AEYC serves and acts on behalf of the needs, rights and well-being of all young children in the USC Upstate community, and their families, with special emphasis on developmental and educational services and resources. It fosters the growth and development of the membership in their work with, and on behalf of, young children. For more information, contact Dr. Laura Hooks at 864-503-5547.
University Business Society
The UBS provides opportunities for students to meet and talk with area business leaders, provides activities to develop business skills, and conducts projects of service to the campus and community. This group is open to all students. Sponsored by the George Dean Johnson, Jr. College of Business and Economics. For more information, contact Dr. Faruk Tanyel at 864-503-5587.
Upstate Upstarts
The mission of Upstate Upstarts is to raise consciousness on campus about the relevance of feminism to college-age men and women. For more information, contact club advisor Lisa Johnson.
Upstate History Society
The History Club promotes and awareness of history, of things historical, or the discipline of history of history and its uses, and of the application of history to contemporary situations and has fun doing it.