Student Clubs and Organizations
The mission of the Student Life program is to support all students outside the classroom by providing activities and programs that align with the mission of the college and that help eliminate the equity gap with a commitment toward implementing student–centered practices that enhance transformative leadership and growth. Student engagement includes activities that enrich intellectual, ethical, and social development. The area of Student Life is dedicated toward providing opportunities where students can practice self-governance, cultivate an inclusive and equitable campus, learn civic responsibility, discover and understand self-advocacy, become empowered as holistic learners, and develop life skills to carry on beyond college. Through Student Life, students will connect with peers outside of the classroom, gain a stronger connection to the campus and its employees, and connect with the surrounding community.
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Try more than one to find what you like! You will:
- increase the value of your college experience
- make life-long friends
- network like crazy for your career
- learn time-management
- develop leadership skills
- discover new passions
Love your classes more because you’re engaged in the campus community. Check out our clubs and organizations today! Click to learn more, then link to the full descriptions
- Associated Student Organization (ASO)
The ASO is the official governing organization of students enrolled at Taft College. Learn about ASO benefits, including access to the Student Center gaming area, book rental, participation in ASO events, and discounts on field trips and at favorite places in town.
- Best Buddies
Best Buddies seeks to establish a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, and leadership development for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDDs).
- Black Student Union
The Black Student Union is designed to unite, support, and uplift black student leaders in the Taft College community. This organization provides an opportunity for students to learn and support diverse cultures, and to build a strong sense of community.
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- Circle K Club
The Taft College Circle K Club is the collegiate branch of the Kiwanis Club. This collegiate service organization is committed to developing leaders by providing unique services, leadership experiences, and fellowship opportunities that support Taft College and the Taft Community.
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- Cougar Pride
The Cougar Pride club gives Taft College students a sense of inclusiveness and provides LGBTQIA+ students with a welcoming and safe environment. This student organization raises awareness and educates other students about LGBTQIA+ rights, facilitating activism, reaching out to the Taft community, and promoting youth leadership, diversity, and tolerance on campus.
- Cru Club
The purpose of the Cru Chapter is to offer spiritual guidance, resources, and programs tailored to support people from all cultures. This chapter is open to all students, staff, faculty, and community members.
- Dental Hygiene Club
The Dental Hygiene Club aims to expand the students’ experience and knowledge of the concepts, theory, and practice of dental hygiene beyond the scope of the classroom and clinic.
- Early Care and Educators Club
The Early Care and Education (ECE) Club mission is to create an opportunity for ECE students and all interested students to engage in activities outside of the classroom that promote ECE classes and careers.
- National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS)
NSLS creates a support system within Taft College where students help each other to move forward in their education and life. Members will work alongside peers to help guide each other toward reaching short term goals.
- Performing Arts Club
The Taft College Performing Arts Club brings together students interested in theatre and performance, to broaden their theatre experience and to provide live, local entertainment, in a movement to better our campus and our community.
- Phi Theta Kappa – Beta Lambda Chapter
The Beta Lambda Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa at Taft College promotes scholarship and the development of leadership and service and the cultivation of fellowship among qualified students at Taft College.
- Society for Hispanic Professionals in Engineering
Taft College's Society for Hispanic Professionals in Engineering aims at empowering the Hispanic community of Taft College to reach their fullest protential. This club creates an opportuntiy for like-minded students to work together and have an impact in the world through STEM awareness, access, support, development.
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- STEM-CiTE Club
The Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Career and Technical Education Club is geared toward researching and learning about opportunities, career exploration, and industry needs pertaining to STEM and CTE.
- Taft College Veterans Club
The Taft College Veterans Club serves as a support system for student veterans, as well as veteran family members and supporters. It provides information on services offered by Veterans Affairs and works to ensure successful veteran career and education transitions.
- Wellness Club
The Taft College Wellness Club was established to assist students suffering from stress, anxiety, and depression during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Wellness Club is a safe space to release and relax through mindfulness training, exercise, and more.