Student Activities

A part of college life is the personal enrichment obtained outside the classroom through student activities. Through participation in various academic, cultural, social or athletic organizations, students have the opportunity to develop relationships with other students.

All notices and signs must be approved by the Office of Student Affairs prior to posting.

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Student Ambassador Application

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Student Organizations

Student organizations are listed below. Please feel free to participate in any organization or to propose new organizations to the S.G.A. All clubs and interest groups must secure approval from the Office of Student Affairs before being formally organized.

Forms

Guidelines for Starting a New Student Club PDF
Guidelines for Student Organizations PDF
Student Activities Request for Approval Form PDF
Fundraising Activities Request for Approval Form PDF

Organizations

Alpha Phi Sigma-National Criminal Justice Honor Society-Eta Beta Chapter
Behavioral Science Association
American Lambda Alpha Epsilon-Criminal Justice Association-Alpha Delta Chi Chapter
Delta Chi Honor Society of Professional Counselors
Society for Human Resource Management
International Reading Association
Delta Epsilon Rho Honor Society
Kappa Delta Phi International Honor Society in Education, Chi Phi Chapter
Omicron Gamma Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing
Student Government Association
Sigma Beta Delta Business Honor Society
Student Athletic Advisory Counsel (SAAC)
Wildcat Cheerleaders
WildCat Connection
Green Team
Student Community Outreach
Wilmington University International Student Association (WCISA)

Alpha Phi Sigma-National Criminal Justice Honor Society-Eta Beta Chapter

The purpose of this organization will be to promote excellence within the Criminal Justice major. The goal is to prepare students to become scholarly practitioners in their chosen profession. Membership is limited to those students who are Criminal Justice majors. Undergraduate students must have obtained junior status, have a 3.4 cumulative GPA, with a 3.4 GPA in all Criminal Justice courses. Undergraduate students must have also completed 15 Criminal Justice credits at Wilmington University. Graduate students must have completed their degree with a 3.75 GPA.

Contact

Kirk Trate, Advisor
302-356-6766
Christian Trowbridge, Assistant Advisor
302-295-1151
Email
aps_stuorg@wilmu.edu


Behavioral Science Association

Students in the Behavioral Science Division have established an organization for students whose purpose is “to provide support and foster personal professional growth”. Students are also given opportunity through this association to affiliate with professional organizations. The student group meets in New Castle in the Library Conference Room every 2nd and 4th Monday of the month from 12:30–1:30PM.

Contact

John Corozzi, Advisor

302-356-6760
Email
behavsci_stuorg@wilmu.edu


American Lambda Alpha Epsilon-Criminal Justice Association-Alpha Delta Chi Chapter

The Wilmington University Criminal Justice Association provides out-of-class learning experiences, networking opportunities, social interactions, and a sense of camaraderie among the Criminal Justice majors. The club is dedicated to promoting professional standards and a greater understanding of the professionals and agencies devoted to the Criminal Justice field.

Contact

Kirk Trate, Advisor
302-356-6766
Christian Trowbridge, Assistant Advisor
302-295-1151


Delta Chi Chapter of Chi Sigma Iota Honor Society for
Professional Counselors

The Wilmington University Delta Chi Chapter of Chi Sigma Iota is established for counselors in-training, counselor educators, and professional counselors whose career commitment is to research and service through professional counseling. Membership is available upon completion of at least 12 graduate credits in counseling with a minimum GPA of 3.5.

Contact

Dr. Craig Williams, Advisor
302-295-1150
Email
deltachi_stuorg@wilmcoll.edu


Society for Human Resource Management

The Wilmington University Student Chapter—Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) is responsible for providing students with an overview and opportunities in the field of human resource management. Membership in the chapter gives the student access to a wealth of knowledge and professional membership in the Delaware SHRM chapter. Benefits available through the Chapter are networking, professional development, leadership development and career opportunities.

Contact

Stephanie Narvell, Advisor
302-356-6784
Email
hrm_stuorg@wilmu.edu


International Reading Association

The Wilmington University Student Council of the International Reading Association is a nonprofit service organization dedicated to improving reading instruction and promoting literacy world wide. Students attend conferences and work on service projects. For additional information contact the Education Division.

Contact

Dr. Jim Boyd, Advisor
302-356-6793
Email
ira_stuorg@wilmu.edu


Delta Epsilon Rho Honor Society

All students who achieve the honor of being placed on the Dean’s List for three consecutive semesters shall be designated by the Provost as being eligible for induction into the Delta Epsilon Rho Honor Society. If inducted into Delta Epsilon Rho at commencement, the student receives a certificate and a pin.

Contact

Erin Dimarco, Advisor
Phone: 302-356-6924
Email
der_stuorg@wilmu.edu


Kappa Delta Phi International Honor Society in Education,
Chi Phi Chapter

The Wilmington University Chi Phi Chapter of Kappa Delta Pi is an International Honor Society in Education. The society elects those students to membership who exhibit high ideals in scholarship, high personal standards, and promise in teaching.

Contact

Sandra Williamson, Advisor
302-356-6799
Email
kdp_stuorg@wilmu.edu


Omicron Gamma Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing

Sigma Theta Tau International (STTI) is a non-profit organization which recognizes superior achievement in nursing. In addition, STTI fosters high professional standards and the development of leadership qualities, encourages creative work, and strengthens commitment to the ideals and purposes of the profession. Omicron Gamma is the Wilmington University chapter of STTI. Membership is by invitation only. Induction occurs in the spring of each year.

Contact

Dorothy Fischer, Advisor
302-295-1144
Denise Westbrook, Advisor
302-856-5780


Student Government Association

The Student Government Association (SGA) is the primary governing body of all students enrolled at the University. Through SGA, students have a voice in collegiate activities. The SGA is responsible for the formation of all student clubs and for representing students on standing committees of the University.

SGA meeting times are published in advance and are open to all students from all student sites. For specific information, contact the SGA Advisor at the New Castle Campus or the Wilmington University main office at the other sites.

Contact

Christina Benedetto, Advisor
302-356-6937
Email
sga@wilmu.edu


Sigma Beta Delta Business Honor Society

Sigma Beta Delta, the international society in Business, Management, and Administration, was established in 1994 to honor students who have attained superior academic records in business programs in colleges with regional accreditation. This organization exists to encourage and recognize scholarship and accomplishment among business and management students and to promote aspirations toward personal and professional achievement.

The Wilmington University Chapter of Sigma Beta Delta was formed in 1995. An induction ceremony is held twice a year, usually on the Friday before the January and May graduation. This ceremony recognizes the academic achievement of the top 20% of that year’s business graduates. The inductees are presented with a certificate acknowledging their achievement, a Sigma Beta Delta lapel pin, and a green and gold honors cord which is to be worn with the academic attire at graduation.

Contact

Stephanie Narvell, Advisor
302-356-6784
Jack Cunningham, Advisor
302-356-6921


Student Athletic Advisory Counsel (SAAC)

The functions of the SAAC organization are to emphasize academic opportunities and responsibilities of student-athletes in their college experience; encourage student-athletes to apply what is learned in athletics to their course of study and ultimately, to their career development; assist in the implementation of orientation programs for student-athletes; promote positive relationships between student-athletes and the staff and faculty of the University and the residents of the community; assist in the implementation of programs that will promote a positive image of intercollegiate athletics and the student-athlete.

Contact

Clinton Robertson, Advisor
302-295-1148
Email
saac_stuorg@wilmu.edu


Wildcat Cheerleaders

The Wilmington University Wildcat Cheerleaders perform at basketball games, compete in local/national competitions and can be seen at many other campus and community events. Please visit www.leaguelineup.com/wilcocheer for more information.

Contact

Tina Scott, Head Cheerleading Coach
302-356-6940
Email
cheerleading@wilmu.edu


 WildCat Connection*

The Wildcat Connection exists to provide a positive connection between students and the Wilmington University community. The Connection links incoming students and college professionals for the purpose of helping those students meet the challenges of their first year. To make the connection, contact the Office of Academic Advising. *Only available at New Castle site and Wilson Graduate Center.

Contact

Doreen Turnbo, Advisor
302-356-6720
Email
wildcat_stuorg@wilmu.edu

Green Team

The GREEN TEAM is a volunteer group of students, staff and faculty striving to raise awareness on campus, at home and in the community. The Group is working to establish Sustainability programs that improve environmental quality, decrease waste, and conserve natural resources and energy. Higher education institutions bear a profound responsibility to increase the awareness, knowledge, skills and values needed to create a just and sustainable future. More information regarding the University's GREEN practices and how you can become involved can be obtained by contacting the GREEN TEAM coordinator, Mark Paris, at 302-356-6829. It's up to all of us to make this change. Get involved!

Student Community Outreach

Student Community Outreach is a group open to students, staff, and faculty at all Wilmington University campuses. The purpose of the organization is to serve the community through volunteerism. The group both works independently and collaborates with non-profit organizations such as The Salvation Army and Habitat for Humanity. Members plan and participate in small and large scale community service events including food and clothing drives, home-building projects, and an annual week-long service trip.

Contact

Nina Mullin, Advisor
302-356-6718
Email
SCU_stuorg@wilmu.edu

Wilmington University International Student Association (WCISA)

The purpose of the WCISA is to promote the well-being of international students, and promote better friendship, interaction, and understanding among international students and between international students and other groups at Wilmington University and the surrounding community.

Contact

Marcella Willson, Advisor
302-356-6842
Email
ISA_stuorg@wilmu.edu