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Student Clubs & Organizations

Chemeketa has many student clubs and organizations for special interests, career fields, cultural diversity, recreation, sports, politics, community service, social events and more.

Whether you want to start a new club or join an existing club, we’re here to help you get involved in life at Chemeketa. To start or re-activate a club, contact Joel Gisbert at the Salem Campus or YVC Student Leaders at the Yamhill Valley Campus.

  • Yamhill Valley Student Clubs & Organizations

    You can become involved in a number of different clubs while you are at Chemeketa. Clubs can be academic, curriculum-related, activity-oriented or based on a specific interest. Club sponsored events include special lunches, dances, displays, trips, fairs and more.

    We are currently seeking input for the types of clubs and organizations students are interested in starting at the Yamhill Valley campus. 

    Examples of past clubs at YVC are - 

    • Gender and Sexuality Alliance (GSA) Club
      This club offers a welcoming and supportive safe space for LGBTQ+ people and their allies, discuss LGBTQ issues and plans events related to the LGBTQ+ Topics. 

    • Phi Theta Kappa
      Phi Theta Kappa recognizes and encourages scholarship among two-year college students. PTK also provides opportunity for leadership, service, scholarship and fellowship in an intellectual and community-oriented environment.

    • Spanish Club
      This club's purpose is to immerse students in the Spanish language and culture through conversation and community. Spanish club is open to anyone interested in practicing Spanish-speaking skills. Explore new cultures through conversation, Spanish language movies, fun activities, and delicious snacks. Join us for club meetings and Spanish movie days through-out the term. 

    If you don't see a club you'd like to participate in, you can start a new club. You only need three interested students and a staff or faculty advisor. If you have questions about a club, or if you are interested in starting a club, please contact our student leaders

  • Ballroom Dance Club

    The purpose of this organization is to teach discipline in Ballroom Dance. The mission of this organization is to create a positive social environment.

    Club Contacts                                                                                        TBD

    Club Advisors
    Donna M. Hurless

    Meetings
    TBD

     

     

  • Campus Ambassadors

    Campus Ambassadors works to develop a community in which students have an opportunity to share, discuss, and deepen their relationship with Jesus. The club attracts a diverse collection of students who are equipped with the enlightenment to serve the community. 

    Club Contacts                                                                                        TBD

    Garret Berk: cachemeketa@gmail.com 

    Club Advisors
    Carmen Watkins

    Meetings                                                                                                TBD

     

     

  • Chemeketa Chess Club

    Chemeketa Chess Club engages students to learn how to play as well as learn strategies to improve skill and critical thinking. We invite you to stop by and play chess with us, while connecting with staff and students on campus.

    If you have questions, please contact us with the links provided below to our email address. 

     

    Club President:                                                                                      TBD

     

    Club Advisor:

    Nolan Mitchell 

     

    Meeting Times:

    TBD

  • Chemeketa Players Club (CCC Theater Club)

    The prupose of the club is to support and develop the CCC Theater community by providing them with opportunities for training, performance and education. 

    Club Contact
    TBD

    Club Advisor
    TBD

    Meetings

    TBD

  • Chemeketa Service Leaders

    The purpose of Chemeketa Service Leaders is to invite students to participate in service learning, fundraising and/or mentoring events that benefit the community and enhance a student's educational experience.

    Club Contacts

     

    Club Advisor

    Ashley Hackett, 503.399.2397

    Meetings

    TBD

  • Competitive Fighting Games (CFGC)

    The goal of the club is to provide a space for those interested in playing, learning, or improving at fighting games to meet up and play with others in the community. 

    Club Contact

    Conner Kelly

    Club Advisor

    Carlos Zuleta

    Meetings

    Date: Thursdays, 12:00 - 3:00 PM

    Location: 2/232 (Clubs Workroom) 

  • International Club

    Creating cultural awareness and promote diversity of culture by sharing experiences by teaching others about your culture and language.

    Club Contact

    TBD

    Club Advisor

    Teter Kapan503.399.5141

    Club Meetings

    Contact Teter for meeting information. 

     

  • Japanese Culture Club

    The mission and purpose of the Japanese Culture Club is to expand understanding and increase cultural information related to Japanese traditions, arts, language and culture to students at Chemeketa. We welcome all students from all cultures. 

    Club Contact

    President: Hisanori Minowa

    Club Advisor

    Masumi Timson 

    Meeting Times

    TBD

  • Order Of the Stitches (Crotchet Club)

    Order Of The Stitches invite students to join them weekly as they share and learn the art of yarn work and crotcheting. Come stop by and learn how to crotchet hats, sweaters, scarfs, other items.

    Club Contact

    Juliet McQuain

    Club Advisor

    Peter Davis 

    Club Meeting Times

    Date: Tuesdays, 2:30 - 4:00 pm 

    Location: Bldg. 2, Room 178 (College Life Office) 

  • Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society

    The mission of Phi Theta Kappa is to recognize academic achievement of college students and to provide opportunities for them to grow as scholars and leaders.

    Student Contact

    Dylan Robinson

    Faculty Advisors

    Dr. Sean Yoder

    Meetings

    TBD

     

  • Radio, Rocketry & Robotics

    Our mission is to further knowledge in radio, rocketry and robotics.

    Club Contact
    TBD

    Club Advisors
    Chuck Sekafetz, 503.399.6524

    Meetings
    To be determined

  • Rainbow Legion Club

    The Rainbow Legion Club promotes an inclusive and learning environment for all students. In addition, the Rainbow Legion Club educates the community about LGBTQ+ populations, history, resources/services, and academic/social needs. 

    Club Contact:                                                                                              TBD

    Club Advisors
    Cary Ballew-Renfrow503.399.2539

    Meetings
    TBD

     
  • SAW (Student Association of Woodburn Club)

    The purpose of the club is to help and provide more resources for students in Woodburn.

    Club Contact
    Francisco Cortes

    Club Advisor
    Jesus Moreno

    Meetings

    TBD

  • Student Nurse Organization (SNO)

    The purpose of SNO is to support student nurses through their educational path and to reach their educational goals as future members of the medical profession. The mission of SNO is to coordinate events and projects that promote student nurse academic success and leadership development.

    Club Contacts
    TBD

    Club Advisor
    TBD

    Meetings
    To be determined

  • Video Game Club

    Our mission is to enjoy and appreciate the unique art form that is the video game. 

    Club Contacts

    John Glantz

    Ricardo Ochoa

    Club Advisors
    TBD

    Meetings

    TBD

    Join us on Discord: https:discord.gg/k99FyKK7Zm