Student Activities and Organizations
Oxford is a place where first-year students can quickly find a place as active members of campus life. First-year students are starters on varsity athletic teams, leaders in student government, and lead performers in theater, chorale, and dance.
In fall semester, the Club Fair showcases each of Oxford’s student organizations, and the second-year student leaders of these groups enthusiastically recruit new student members.
Below is a list of current clubs and organizations that provide a wide variety of opportunities that enrich the Oxford experience. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, remember that Oxford students can propose new clubs and activities.
Cultural
African Caribbean Students Union
Celebrates the culture, food and traditions of African Caribbean culture.
Academic
Alpha Epsilon Upsilon
An Oxford organization since 1906. Promotes scholastic excellence and friendship. Those with a GPA of at least 3.75 after one semester, at least 3.50 after two semesters or 3.33 after three semesters are eligible for membership.
Special Interest
Amnesty International
Campus organization affiliated with the international organization whose mission is to address social injustice and human rights violations around the world.
Special Interest
Anime Club
Members discuss, share, view and promote anime, a computer-generated animation first introduced in Japan.
Leisure/Wellness
Archery Club
Open to those who enjoy archery or who want to learn.
Cultural
Asian Cultural Club
Promotes awareness of all Asian cultures through events and other efforts throughout the year.
Leisure/Wellness
Badminton Club
Open to those who enjoy playing the game of badminton or those who want to learn.
Cultural
Black Student Alliance
Established in the 1960s, this organization celebrates African American culture.
Religious/Spiritual
Buddhist Club
Weekly meditation/relaxation sessions are open to students who practice Buddhism or those interested in it.
Academic
Business Club
Members are interested in careers in business, and the club often sponsors information sessions and speakers on business-related topics.
Religious/Spiritual
Catholic Student Union
Weekly Mass and group fellowship are open to students who practice Catholicism or those who are interested in it.
Academic
ChemOx
Members are students in chemistry, many of whom are interested in careers in chemistry.
Leisure/Wellness
Chess Club
Open to those who enjoy playing chess or those who want to learn.
Cultural
Chinese Student Association
A group where all students are welcome to meet others and enjoy Chinese cultural activities.
Arts
Chorale
Composed of both male and female singers who audition to join the group. Performances take place several times a year.
Service
Circle K International
An affiliate group of Kiwanis International, Circle K provides opportunities for service in the local community and beyond.
Special Interest
College Republicans
Members are interested in the Republican Party and gather to discuss politics and related issues or to hear speakers.
Leisure/Wellness
CrickOx
Devoted to the sport of cricket. Members discuss the sport and often gather to watch matches together.
Special Interest
Culinary Club
Members share an interest in food, cooking and the art of cuisine.
Leisure/Wellness
Dance Team
Members dance at basketball games and other campus events to raise school spirit and share their love of dance with the community.
Arts
Drama Guild
Members share an interest in the performance arts, mainly theater and acting. Besides assisting with theatrical performances throughout the year, the guild produces the annual One-Act Play Festival in spring semester.
Academic
Eagle Math Club
An academic club designed to provide Oxford students with information about the application of mathematics topics, giving insight into mathematics outside the classroom.
Special Interest
Everybody’s BBQ
This group puts on impromptu barbecues around campus throughout the year.
Cultural
French Club
Members are interested in improving their French language skills and learning more about French culture.
Special Interest
Game Central Station
The primary gaming club on campus, members’ interests range from the latest console platform releases to old-school board games.
Leisure/Wellness
Global Health Club
Members are interested in issues affecting health around the world.
Service
Habitat for Humanity
Supporting Habitat for Humanity, the international organization with a mission of creating decent, affordable housing.
Religious/Spiritual
Hindu Student Association
Weekly Aarthi prayers and occasional celebrations of religious holidays are open to those who practice Hinduism or those who are interested in it.
Cultural
Indian Cultural Exchange
Celebrates the culture, food and traditions of India.
Religious/Spiritual
Interfaith Council
Convenes monthly meetings of all presidents of campus religious groups, with open discussions. Plans activities for all those who are interested in promoting interfaith dialogue, understanding and service.
Cultural
International Student Association
Hosts events on campus for both international and domestic students that foster a better understanding of diverse cultures. ISA works to bring together elements of our distinctive and richly diverse cultural backgrounds to share them with the Oxford community at the cultural, academic or social level.
Religious/Spiritual
Jewish Student Union
Shabbat dinners and celebrations of religious holidays throughout the year are open to students who practice Judaism or those who are interested in it.
Religious/Spiritual
Journey Christian Fellowship
Affiliated with the Journey Church of America, this group holds weekly Bible study, discussion, fellowship and prayer meetings that are set in the Christian tradition and open to those who practice Christianity or are interested in it.
Cultural
Korean American Student Association
Members have a Korean culture in common or are interested in Korean culture
Special Interest
Lorax Project (Forestry Club)
This group helps maintain the woods surrounding the Oxford campus, with special attention to removal of invasive plants.
Arts
Memory (yearbook)
This group plans and produces Oxford’s annual yearbook.
Leisure/Wellness
Men’s Soccer
An opportunity for students who want to play soccer but don’t play on Oxford’s intercollegiate team.
Leisure/Wellness
MMA Club
Students interested in learning mixed martial arts meet, practice and share their experiences.
Special Interest
Model United Nations
A competitive club designed to challenge students to think critically and improve debate skills. Events include simulations of the United Nations General Assembly and Crisis Committee. Team travel includes both the Oxford and Emory teams.
Academic
Mu Epsilon Delta (MED)
A gathering for those interested in the medical field or currently studying a pre-med curriculum.
Religious/Spiritual
Muslim Students Association (MSA)
Weekly Jumma prayers and discussions as well as occasional celebrations of religious holidays are open to those who practice Islam or those who are interested in it.
Leisure/Wellness
Nerf Club
Sponsors fun, stress-relieving events that provide a break from weekend studies.
Leisure/Wellness
Nishana Dance Team
Devoted to performing and enjoying the dances of India and South Asia
Cultural
Organization de la Lengua (OLE)
Promoting Spanish language and the culture of Spain and the Spanish-speaking Americas. Open to native speakers and all who are interested.
Leisure/Wellness
Outdoor Oxford
The primary purpose of Outdoor Oxford is to provide outdoor activities for the student body and to encourage others to live adventurously.
Arts
OxAppella
An a capella singing group, chosen through auditions, that performs throughout the year.
Arts
Oxford Ensemble of Shakespearean Artists
Theater group with an emphasis on Shakespeare. Presents at least one student-directed and student-performed play each year.
Religious/Spiritual
Oxford Fellowship
A nondenominational group that meets weekly for study, worship, fellowship and prayer. Set in the Christian tradition and open to those who practice Christianity and those who are interested in it.
Arts
Oxford Jazz
Provides experience for players of traditional jazz instruments, with occasional performances for the student body and surrounding community.
Arts
Oxford Spokesman
Student journalists publish the Spokesman, an online student newspaper focusing on the Oxford campus.
Academic
Phi Eta Sigma
Local chapter of the national honor society. Members must meet national eligibility requirements and be selected by the Emory/Oxford chapter.
Arts
Phi Gamma Literary Society
A group for people who love reading, writing and all things literature and language.
Arts
Photography Club
Members gather to share their love of photography and to challenge one another to improve skills.
Academic
Physics Club
Members are students with interest in physics.
Leisure/Wellness
Ping Pong Club
For students with an interest in playing ping pong or those who want to learn.
Academic
Pre-Law Society
A gathering for those interested in law or currently studying a pre-law curriculum.
Academic
Pre-Nursing Club
A gathering for those interested in nursing or currently studying a pre-nursing curriculum.
Special Interest
PRIDE
Students in support of LGBTQ issues.
Special Interest
ReVision
Inclusive feminist and gender-issue club focusing on campuswide, national and global issues spanning every age, race and economic status.
Special Interest
Sexual Assault Awareness Advocates (SAPA)
Provides training to students about what to say, what not to say, and how to help survivors of sexual assault.
Student Leadership
Student Activities Committee
The primary organization for student programming, providing dynamic and purposeful co-curricular programs that promote student development through involvement, engagement and community-building initiatives.
Student Leadership
Student Government Association
Officers are elected by fellow students. They represent and promote the interests of Oxford students internally and externally, as appropriate, throughout the year.
Special Interest
Sustainability Club
Ambassadors for sustainability awareness and practice on Oxford’s campus.
Leisure/Wellness
Swim Club
An organization for those who want extra time in the pool, a new way to exercise or a chance to practice for competition. Sponsors campuswide events such as parties, movie nights and swim meets.
Leisure/Wellness
Tennis Club
An organization for those who want to play and compete in tennis.
Leisure/Wellness
Ultimate Frisbee (UPHI)
A group for those who love to play Ultimate Frisbee or those who want to learn.
Arts
VAux (Vocal Auxiliary)
Provides opportunities for musical theater performance.
Religious/Spiritual
Voices of Praise Gospel Choir
Oxford’s gospel choir.
Leisure/Wellness
Volleyball Club
An organization for those who want to play and compete in volleyball.
Religious/Spiritual
Wesley Fellowship
Weekly meeting of study, prayer and fellowship open to those of the Methodist (Christian) tradition as well as those who are interested in it.
Academic
Women in Business
Women students interested in a career in business gather to network and learn more about the profession.
Special Interest
Young Democrats
Members are interested in the Democratic Party and gather to discuss politics and related issues or to hear speakers.