MSJC Clubs
All clubs will need to charter for the 2024-2025 academic year.
The Club Charter form is now available.
Starting a club is easy! Find 5 student members with SGA stickers, a Faculty or Administrator advisor and fill out the Club Charter Form.
For more information about how to get started, please contact Student Life & Development at SLDP@msjc.edu.
Active Minds
Active Minds is the nation's premier nonprofit organization supporting mental health awareness and education for young adults. MSJC has an Active Minds Club on campus. Our goal is to change the conversation about mental health and to promote mental health awareness at MSJC.
Meeting Information
October 10, 24
November 7, 21
Time: 4pm
Location: MVC Room TBD
Club Advisor
Arafiena Bhuiyan, Ed.D.
abhuiyan@msjc.edu
Contact Us
activemindsclubmsjc@gmail.com
@activemindsclubmsjc
Amnesty International Club
We are a branch of the International Human Rights Organization, Amnesty International. We collaborate with groups from all over the country to organize advocacy campaigns, push legislative reform, and spread the word about human rights.
Meeting Information
TBD
Contact Us
amnestyinternationalmsjc1@gmail.com
Anthropology Club SJC
The club will host various events promoting anthropology and archaeology. This could include lectures, brown-bags, traditional technologies workshops, field trips, culinary arts demonstrations or foods from around the world, etc.
Meeting Information
Thursdays at 3:30pm
SJC | Room 156
Club Advisor
John Torres
jtorres@msjc.edu
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Anthropology Club MVC
Join us for an engaging meeting of the Anthropology Club, where students from various backgrounds come together to explore the diverse and fascinating world of anthropology. Whether you are a major, minor, or simply curious about the field, everyone is welcome!
Meeting Information
Mondays at 1pm
MVC | Room 415
Discord
Club Advisor
Erik Ozolins
eozolins@msjc.edu
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APIDA Club Asian Pacific Islander Desi American
The MSJC Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) club strives to increase the voice and visibility of APIDA students, faculty, and staff. APIDA supports allies and those wanting to learn more about the APIDA community. All are welcome!
Meeting Information
Every other Thursday at 1pm
Zoom Link
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Art Club
The purpose of the organization shall be art appreciation for both art majors and non art majors alike, anyone can join. Members will take part in field trips to historical museums, commercial galleries, university art galleries and contemporary exhibition spaces. When not on trips members will get to take part in various art activities either inside the classroom or during community events. Members will be further exposed to historical and contemporary tropes not taught at the lower division level, but as a compliment to their current course work and professional interests.
Meeting Information
Every other Wednesday from 2-3pm
SJC | Room 1408
Contact Us
artclubmsjc@gmail.com
@msjc_art
AstroPhysics Club
The MSJC AstroPhysics Club is where you can meet people with similar interests and learn more about astrophysics. The club goes on field trips to exciting venues such as Mount Wilson Observatory, Palomar Observatory, Palomar College Planetarium and more. We also invite talks from astronomers and physicists from local universities like UCR and UCI. There's no experience necessary to join :)
Club Advisor
Mark Maier
mmaier@msjc.edu
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B.A.S.I.C. Club Brothers & Sisters in Christ
The B.A.S.I.C Club (Brother And Sisters In Christ) is a club aimed to bring Christ to Campus and talk about things many might not know. We are a community of students and young people seeking to encourage and exhort one another to serve and honor God in our daily lives. Through fellowship, worship, and the preaching of God’s Word B.A.S.I.C Club fosters an environment that strengthens our relationships with God and with each other. Small groups meet throughout the week. The B.A.S.I.C Club is also dedicated to reaching the student body of MSJC through outreach events new visitors are always welcome!
Meeting Information
Tuesdays & Thusdays from 2-3pm
MVC | Room 969
Club Advisor
Eric Rea
erea@msjc.edu
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Breaking Barriers
Want to make change in your community? Advocate for the rights of you and your peers! Join Barriers Breakers and help make your campus and your community more accessible!
Club Advisor
Terry Russell
trussell@msjc.edu
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Communications Club
The communications club focuses on hosting events where we prioritize education through communication, and show just how effective communication is.
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Computer Science Club
Computer Science Club is an open forum for all students to discuss their interests in computing, technology, programming theory, and much more. We intend to create an inviting and inclusive environment for students to explore topics and opportunities within the field. We bring in professionals to explore the current state of computer science and its future. Computer Science Club provides an opportunity to involve students within the campus and network amongst peers.
Club Advisor
Dominique Ruiz Duarte druizduarte@msjc.edu
Creative Writing Club
Creative Writing Club is a space for all writers to cultivate, develop, and hone their creative writing skills. We work on creative writing with focus on collaborative learning that encourages growth and diversity in style.
Club Advisor
Susan Winslow
swinslow@msjc.edu
Contact Us
creativewritingmsjc@gmail.com
@cwc_msjc
Eagle's DREAMers
The Dreamers Club is a club for inclusivity, we are looking to expand our reach toward those that are wanting a space to fit in. We are not just a club for Spanish speakers, but also for anyone who may identify as undocumented, mix-status, or as an ally. We are striving to bring positivity and change our environment for the better.
Meeting Information
Every Other Monday, 2-3pm
SJC | Room 4308
Zoom
Contact Us
udclub.msjc@gmail.com
@msjc.eaglesdreamers
Film Club
We are a club of young individuals who want to make it in the film industry!
Meeting Information
Mondays, 3:30pm
Discord
Club Advisors
Alan Marsala
amarsala@msjc.edu
Contact Us
themsjcfilmclub@gmail.com
@msjcfilm
Flight Magazine Club
Flight is a literary magazine that publishes creative work by MSJC students. The club centers around workshopping student writing and receiving feedback.
Meeting Information
October 15
November 5, 26
December 17
Time: 10am
MVC | Room 415
Club Advisors
Jacob Meiser
jmeiser@msjc.edu
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Improv Club
Improv Club to play Improv Games
Meeting Information
Mondays: 3:30-4:30pm
Thursdays: 11:30am-12:30pm
SJC | Room 1512
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Indigenous Peoples' Club
The club will focus on Native American issues. They would like to help build events that can highlight and celebrate Native culture. Perhaps even a return of MSJC's Pow Wow
Meeting Information
Mondays, 1:30pm
SJC | Room 156
Club Advisors
John Torres
jtorres@msjc.edu
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Masqueraders MVC
We are a performing arts club where we love to celebrate actors, dancers, singers, and backstage crew. If you would like to dip a toe in the performing arts but don't want to commit to a class or a major, then this is the perfect place. You can get the opportunity to work onstage and backstage or be an invigorating audience member who cheers on their fellow peers. Every bi-weekly meeting you'll be engaging with like-minded individuals who create an energetic atmosphere that will be filled with laughter and joy while exploring ways to bring entertainment to our college campus and community.
Meeting Information
Thursdays, 3pm
MVC | Room207
Club Advisors
Leopold Murphy
lmurphy@msjc.edu
@masquerade_eagles
Masqueraders SJC
We are a performing arts club where we love to celebrate actors, dancers, singers, and backstage crew. If you would like to dip a toe in the performing arts but don't want to commit to a class or a major, then this is the perfect place. You can get the opportunity to work onstage and backstage or be an invigorating audience member who cheers on their fellow peers. Every bi-weekly meeting you'll be engaging with like-minded individuals who create an energetic atmosphere that will be filled with laughter and joy while exploring ways to bring entertainment to our college campus and community.
Meeting Information
Tuesdays, 3-4pm
SJC | Room 1512
Club Advisor
Bianca Swan-Finch bswanfinch@msjc.edu
@masquerade_eagles
Math Club SJC
Meeting Information
Second Thursday of the Month, 6-7pm
SJC | Room 4303
Discord
Club Advisors
Anton Butenko abutenko@msjc.edu
@msjc_math_club
M.E.Ch.A.
M.E.Ch.A.,Movimiento Estudiantil Chicana/o/x de Aztlán (MEChA) is a student organization that promotes higher education, cultura, and historia, by creating coalitions among Latinx and multi-racial students on campus and in our communities. MSJC M.E.Ch.A. focuses on honoring our traditions, educating raza and supporting cultural festivities to share and explore.
Meeting Information
Fridays, 4-5pm
MVC | Room 951
Zoom
@mechamsjc
Mock Trial Club
To all pre-law students, or those who are interested, Mock Trial is a great opportunity to get first-hand experience of legal procedures. In addition, taking part in this club will aid in increasing public speaking confidence, critical thinking abilities, teamwork and persuasive communication skills.
Meeting Information
Mondays 5:30PM-6:30PM
Wednesdays 6:00PM-7:00PM
Zoom:
Meeting ID: 742 9263 5284 Passcode: K3pnHr
MSJC Helping Hands
Different acts of community service collaborations to make a direct impact on bettering our community. For example, can food drives, beach cleanup, food pantry volunteering, clothing drives etc.
Club Advisor
Kasandra Balsis
kbalsis@msjc.edu
msjchelpinghands@gmail.com
@msjchelpinghands
The Psychology Club
The MSJC Psychology Club is a student-run club that provides a fun and educational experience. All are welcome! We will build friendships while learning and exploring psychology-related concepts. Our club meetings are comprised of presentations, (online) events, speakers, and fun activities that relate to psychology.
Club Advisor
Dan Peace
dpeace@msjc.edu
@psychologyclubmsjc
Public Health and Medicine Club
Meeting Information
Bi-monthly on Thursdays, 4:30-5:30pm
MVC | Room TBD
Club Advisor
Shauni Calhoun
skillien@msjc.edu
@msjc.phm
Puente Club MVC
The Puente Club is open to all MSJC students. Students who plan to transfer are especially encouraged to join the Puente Club. Any student who joins the Puente Club will become honorary Puentistas, and chosen ""familia"" (family) as we foster support to students who plan to transfer to four-year universities, become leaders and give back to their communities.
The Puente club aims to encourage students to become positive members in their communities, become leaders, mentors and promote/advocate for the Puente Project which we are the product of. Therefore, community service and campus collaboration are central to the club’s mission. The club also celebrates and preserves Latinx experiences and cultures at MSJC.
Meeting Information
TBD
@mvcpuenteclub
Puente Club-SJC
The Puente Club is open to all MSJC students. Students who plan to transfer are especially encouraged to join the Puente Club. Any Student who joins the Puente Club will become honorary Puentistas, and chosen ""familia"" (family) as we foster support to students who plan to transfer to four-year Universities, become leaders and give back to their communities.
The Puente club aims to encourage students to become positive members in their communities, become leaders, mentors and promote/ advocate for the Puente Project which we are the product of. Therefore, community service and campus collaboration are central to the club’s mission. The club also celebrates and preserves Latinx experiences and cultures at MSJC.
Meeting Information
Every other Wednesday, 12-1pm
SJC | Room 4305
@sjcpuenteclub
Queer Clubhouse
The Queer Clubhouse, formerly known as SAGA SJC and LGBTQIA+ Collective Club, is a student organization that aims to improve the lives and experiences of LGBTQIA+ community and allies at the San Jacinto Campus. We provide resources and serve as advocates to address specific needs and concerns of the community to ensure our success in higher education and beyond. We also work to put on events and hold meetings to bring the community together. The Queer Clubhouse Club works closely with SJC’s LGBTQ+ Advisory and other campus organizations to organize events that honor and celebrate the lives and experiences of our LGBTQIA+ community. Ultimately The Queer Clubhouse Club strives to empower, educate, and inspire our LGBTQIA+ community while promoting higher education, mental health, and advocacy.
Meeting Information
Every other Tuesday, 2-3pm
SJC | Room 4105
Club Advisors
Ezikio López
blopez@msjc.edu
lgbtqiacollectivemsjc@gmail.com
@queerclubhouse_msjc
QWUEENS
The Quality Women Uplifting Educating Empowering Networking Society promotes the collective empowerment, education, and networking of African American and /or Black women. We are committed to fostering a supportive community where members uplift each other, celebrate our shared experiences, and work towards mutual growth and success.
Meeting Information
Thursdays, 2pm
SJC | Room 1457B
SAGA Club MVC
MVC's Sexuality and Gender Alliance, or SAGA MVC, is a safe and welcoming space for LGBTQ+ students and allies alike to convene, socialize, and find support!
Meeting Information
Wednesdays, 5:30-6:30pm
MVC | Room 409
@msjcsaga
STEM Club
Do you have interest in STEM? Do you want to explore the field and learn more about the world around us while connecting with people on campus? If you love science and want to meet people please join us at the TVC on Mondays! We will be working with people in the STEM field to come down and talk to us about there work and their passion for innovating our world. Club meetings are subject to change as we are still in the process of establishing and growing ourselves. Come join us for some science and fun!
Club Advisor
Tracy Herzog
therzog@msjc.edu
@msjc_stem_club
Tabletop CLub
Welcome to Tabletop Club, where we bring together enthusiasts of board games, card games, and digital adventures! Whether you're strategizing in a trading card tournament, exploring epic Dungeons & Dragons campaigns, or battling in video game showdowns, our club offers a vibrant community where fun and relaxation are always the priorities. Join us to compete, unwind, and connect with fellow gamers who share your passions!
Meeting Information
Mondays, 1:30-3pm
SJC | Room 4103
Every other Wednesday, 1:30-4:30pm
SJC | Room 111
@msjc.tabletopclub
The Talon Student News
We are a platform for over 18,000 Mt. San Jacinto College students and the community to promote a diverse student voice, involvement from the college, and creative collaborations to:
- Report on important issues concerning MSJC, and the students that attend the institution to better connect the student with the institution
- Promote awareness of activities that occur on campus and throughout the community MSJC serves
- Inform MSJC students of events and information critical to success in higher education
- Create a venue for the student voice which fairly represents the diversity of students that attend MSJC in an ethical manner
- Support academic freedom for legitimate intellectual viewpoints in academia and the culture as a whole
- Support MSJC students with communication/journalism/english/multimedia focused workshops, lectures, competitions, and scholarships
- Create a forum where students can network with others with similar interests, gain experience in writing and community involvement, and understand the education system
@msjctalon
Umoja Village
Meeting Information
1st & 3rd Wednesday of the Month, 1-2pm
SJC | Room 1475B
MVC | Room 250
Club Advisors
Joyce Johnson
jajohnso@msjc.edu
@umoja_msjc
Zion Bible Study Club
We are a Christian Based Bible Study Club, who actively holds Bible studies and bible semeniars with students on Campus. We also participate in volunteer services such as clean ups, blood drives, and food drives with our local Church, and community outreach organizations ASEZ and the WeLoveYou Foundation
Meeting Information
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 4-5pm
Club Advisors
Livier Clark
lclark@msjc.edu