Student Organizations

Alpha Sigma

The purpose of the organization is to educate accounting students about the certified public accountant exam, career opportunities after earning a bachelor of science degree in business administration with a concentration in accounting, opportunities to hear from accounting professionals that speak to students during the semester, networking opportunities with local and regional accounting professionals.

Alpha Phi Sigma

The Alpha Phi Sigma is comprised of students with a collective interest in criminal justice and its many roles, benefits, and challenges in today’s society. Alpha Phi Sigma promotes teamwork and is very involved in school and community events as members see educational and community interests and concerns as extremely important.

Alpha Tau Delta

The purpose of this organization is to improve criminal justice through educational activities, foster professionalism in law enforcement personnel and agencies, encourage the establishment and expansion of higher education and professional training in criminal justice, and promote high standards of ethical conduct.

American Chemical Society

The mission for the American chemical society is to advance the broader chemistry enterprise and its actioners for the benefit of earth and its people. It is also to improve people’s lives through the transferring power of chemistry. Any student who is interested in science can participate in community outreach and career development.  Outreach activities include trips to local schools and civic groups and career development involves seminars, professional meetings, and industrial visits.

American Criminal Justice Association – Lambda Alpha Epsilon

Membership in the Association is composed of individuals employed in the criminal justice system or taking a course of study in criminal justice at an accredited college or university at the time the application is submitted.  The club is open to students with other majors besides Criminal Justice as well.

Charles E. Jones Historical Society

The C. E. Jones Historical Society is dedicated to History awareness and preservation.  We maintain close ties with the community by working together to preserve the past. With their help we are able to keep History alive.  The C. E. Historical Society is  nonprofit organization and supported by donations and fundraisers.  Our organization is student governed, andcommited to historical knowledge in surrounding communities through educational activities, service opportunities and/or research projects.

CHOICES Peer Educators

Includes an educational component and a series of activities that provide alternatives to alcohol abuse by college students. CHOICES promotes responsible social norms that recognize the appropriateness of choices, including the choice not to drink;  emphasizes safe, responsible and legal drinking practices for those who choose to drink; and incorporates the use of peer educators to bring alcohol education to students.

Computer Science Club

The Computer Science Club works in collaboration with the mathematics and computer science majors on campus. This club is dediated to advancing education and research in the fields.

International Student Association

The purpose of this organization is to serve the WVSU international student community and to embrace culture and diversity present on campus. Our mission is to establish networks and break barriers between the international students and the local community by organizing special events, activities, and community service. The International Student Association is open to all students.

Minorities in Agriculture and Natural Resources Association (MANRRS)

The purpose of this society shall be to provide a framework for the academic, professional and social development of minority students within the fields of Agriculture and related areas.  The national society for Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources and Related Sciences (MANRRS) is the governing body.

National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)

This organization strives to improve the political, educational, social, and economic status of minority groups; eliminate racial prejudice; and keep the public aware of the adverse effects of discrimination.  Membership is open to all students.

NYANSA

NYANSA (pronounced n-yon-sah) is the Ghanaian word for wisdom and knowledge.  NYANSA was established in 1998 by WVSU Student Support Services participants. Members of the organization believe that wisdom encompasses four areas:  Life choices (for progress), knowledge (for education), association or affiliation (positively begets positively), and individual growth (goal orientation and commitment).  The NYANSA organization stresses all phases of productivity, responsibility and independence.  With the conception of NYANSA have come numerous activities that contribute to the betterment of WVSU and the surrounding communities.

Student Social Work Organization

The mission of the Social Work Organization is to develop leadership, and to prepare members for the social work field by providing them with opportunities to build upon the skills that they will utilize in their future careers. The purpose is to stimulate interest in the social work field within the University and community.  We are caring and competent servant leaders transforming lives within our college and its surrounding communities.

Tobacco Free Yellow Jackets

Tobacco Free Yellow Jackets focus on promoting a smoke-free campus and educating the WVSU community about the harmful effects of tobacco use and second hand smoke.
 

Jacket 2 Yellow Jacket

The mission of Jacket 2 Yellow Jacket is to cultivate and encourage productivity in students through social engagement/awareness, educational enrichment, and community outreach in order to create impact on not only the student but also in the campus community.

National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS)

The NSLS is the largerst leadership honor society in the United States. Our NSLS Chapter at WVSU began in 2019. Our local chapter is part of the national organization with 700+ chapters and over 1.4 million members. Students are selected based on exemplary academic achievement. Our five-step program takes approximately 12 hours over the course of the semester. Members have access to scholarships, job board, personalized letter of reccomendation, and much more. Visit the NSLS website to learn more about and accept your nomination.

Omicron Delta Kappa

The Purpose of The Omicron Delta Kappa Society is to recognize those who have attained a high standard of efficiency in collegiate activities and to inspire others to strive for conspicuous attainments along similar lines; to bring together the most representative students in all phases of collegiate life and thus to create an organization which will help to mold the sentiment of the institution on questions of local and intercollegiate interest; and to bring together members of the faculty and student body of the institution, as well as other Omicron Delta Kappa members, on a basis of mutual interest, understanding and helpfulness.

 

Sigma Alpha Lambda

Sigma Alpha Lambda is a National Leadership and Honors Organization dedicated to developing the individual and serving our campus and community. The mission of Sigma Alpha Lambda is to recognize members for academic achievement, to engage members in service, and to develop members for leadership. Service is the foundation of our leadership development model as well as the leadership of the organization itself. Through service, individuals look outside themselves and lives are changed, not only for the one being served but even more so for the one serving. As a result of this process, the individual learns more about who they really are and what they value.
 

WVSU Student Government Association

Student Government Office
212 University Union
(304) 766-3122
sga@wvstateu.edu        

This is a central organization through which students promote the interest and welfare of the University community; promote cooperation with faculty and staff in regulation and promotion of student activities; assist with programs to further the development of a wholesome relationship between the administration and the student body.  All University students are automatically members of the organization.
 

Motivational Organization of New Artists (MONA)

The sole purpose of M.O.N.A. is to create accessibility to art for students from all majors who are interested. We're focused on traveling during the semester, raising funds for small trips throughout the semester, and one major trip at the end of the school year. In the past, we have visited New York City, Chicago, and Asheville. The purpose of our travels is to venture out in to other art communities and to return inspired. We feel that art should be available to everyone and we're here to help make that happen. 

WVSU Marching and Symphonic Band

This group performs at all home football games as well as several concerts during the year.  The group is comprised of both music majors and non-music majors.  Students receive one credit hour for participating in this activity.  Scholarships are available for complete tuition waiver.

InterVarsity

InterVarsity provides college students opportunities to experience Jesus Christ while at school through small group Bible studies, discipleship, leadership development, outreach events, and prayer. We seek to help students explore where they're at spiritually and grow deeper in their relationship with Jesus. Currently we have an athlete specific ministry on campus, and would love to partner with you to reach your corner of campus as well! Look for us at State and ask around, we would love to meet you!

 

Catholic Campus Ministries

Welcome all students, faculty, staff, administrators, and alumni of West Virginia State University Catholic Campus Ministry!  We meet weekly for lunch, prayer, and social time.  We celebrate Mass on campus monthly and on Holy Days. We participate in social service projects, retreats, and social activities.

 

Christian Ministries International (C.M.I)

Christian Ministries International strives to reinforce the faith of Christian youth attending the West Virginia State University and to providfe a basis to learn about biblical teaching and the experience of the Apostolic faith.

Jackets for Jesus

Jackets for Jesus provides a safe envitonment for students to explore their faith and learn about Jesus while building frienedships with other safe students through on campus bible discussions, fun events, retreats, and service opportunities.

National Pan-Hellenic Council

The NPHC Undergraduate Councils promotes academic excellence; demonstrates values of NPHC, member organizations, and host institutions; develop leadership skills; develop positive relationships; and develop citizenship through community service and outreach.
 

Alpha Kappa Alpha

Alpha Kappa Alpha seeks to cultivate and encourage high scholastic and ethical standards to promote unity and friendship among college women, to study and help alleviate problems concerning girls and women in order to improve their social stature, to maintain a progressive interest in college life, and to be a service to all humankind.

Alpha Phi Alpha

The first African-American inter-collegiate fraternity in the world, Alpha Phi Alpha strives to develop leadership through academic excellence, personal growth, and socialization. The objective of this fraternity shall be to stimulate the ambitions of its members to prepare them for the greatest usefulness in the causes of humanity freedom and dignity of the individual to encourage the highest and most noble form of manhood and to aid humanity in its efforts to achieve higher social, economic, and intellectual status.

Delta Sigma Theta

This organization is designed to form a closer union among college women for the fostering of high ideals and moral, social, and intellectual life.

Kappa Alpha Psi

An organization that seeks to to unite college men of culture, patriotism, and honor, in a bond of fraternity. Encourage honorable achievement in every field of human endeavor. To promote spiritual, social, intellectual, and moral welfare of its members. To assist in the aims and purpose of colleges and universities.

Omega Psi Phi

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. is the first international fraternal organization founded on the campus of a historically black college. This fraternity aims to bring about a union of college men of similar ideas on scholarship and manhood in order to stimulate the attainment of the ideals and ambitions of its members.

Alpha Kappa Delta

Membership in the national honor society in sociology is open to students who have completed sixty hours, 15 of which must be in Sociology.  Students must have attained an overall 3.0 GPA with a 3.5 GPA in the Sociology classes.

Alpha Kappa Mu

Membership in the national honor society is open to students in any field of study who have completed sixty hours.  Students must have attained an overall 3.30 GPA. 

Alpha Mu Gamma

Alpha MU Gamma is the National Foreign Language Honor Society. Members must adhere to the ideals of Alpha Mu Gamma, which are to encourage interest in the study of foreign languages, literature and civilizations; to strive for linguistic attainment, and to foster sympathetic understanding of other peoples.

Members should contribute to the strength of the local chapter at West Virginia State University by helping with ideas, and by planning, carrying out and attending Alpha Mu Gamma-sponsored events and activities.
Members must also volunteer a specified number of hours per semester in activities of AMG.

Alpha Phi Sigma

Membership in the national honor society in criminal justice is open to students who have completed 12 hours in Criminal Justice.  Students must have attained an overall 3.0 GPA with a 3.2 GPA in the Criminal Justice classes. Graduate Students can belong.  Graduate students must have a 3.4 GPA.

Alpha Psi Omega

Alpha Psi Omega is a national theatre honor society. It is open to students who have a minimum GPA of 2.5, who have participated in theatre for at least two semesters, and who have earned a total of 75 points based on the national organization's point system. Points are accumulated in the areas of performance, production, dramaturgy, and /or playwriting.

Beta Kappa Chi

This is the scientific honor society.  Undergraduate students are eligible for membership if they rank in the upper fifth of their class; have completed at least 64 semester hours of course work (with at least seventeen (17) semester hours in one of the sciences recognized by BKX ); a GPA of at least B in the science area; and, a general college average of at least "B".   Graduate students are eligible if they have completed at least fifteen (15) semester hours in one of the sciences recognized by the Society with a GPA of  "A" in at least 1/3 of the hours and at least a "B" in the remaining 2/3 semester hours.

Delta Mu Delta

Membership in the international honor society in business administration is open to students who have completed sixty-five hours, 15 of which must be in Business Administration.  Students must have attained a 3.25 GPA and be recommended by a BA faculty member. 

Honors Program

The Honors program at WVSU offers enriched academic opportunities for students with high academic achievements.  This program shall identify, recruit, and offer students’ academic challenges that enhance their skills and creativity.

Gamma Beta Phi

Gamma Beta Phi Society is a national collegiate honor society that prmotes both education and service. Members must have a 3.2 GPA or higher to join. We are committed to scholarship, service, and character, and look to provide our students with valuable resources that will help them embody these values in college and after.

Kappa Delta Pi

Kappa Delta Pi is an international honor society in education. Our members sponsor professional development programs for education students, as well as community service projects. Examples of some of these projects include our annual Mitten Tree when we collect hats, scarves and gloves for students of low socioeconomic backgrounds, Parent's Night Out when we provide childcare for children with special needs for an evening and Literacy Alive when we use funds collected from our annual Scholastic Book fair to purchase books for a school serving students from low socioeconomic standings. "So to TEACH that our words inspire a will to learn. So to SERVE that each day may enhance the growth of exploring minds. So to LIVE that we may guide young and old to know the truth and love the right."

Omicron Delta Epsilon

Membership in the international economics honor society is open to students who have completed 12 hours in economics and have attained a 3.0 GPA.

Phi Alpha

The Phi Alpha National Social Work Honor Society was chartered in September 2021.  The purpose of Phi Alpha Honor Society is to provide a closer bond among students of social work and promote humanitarian goals and ideals.  Phi Alpha Honor Society fosters high standards of education for social workers and invites into membership those who have excellence in scholarship and achievement in social work.  To be eligible for membership, a student must be a Social Work major, be at least a second-semester sophomore that has completed 37.5% of required coursework, and be in the top 35% of social work program students.

Phi Alpha Theta

Phi Alpha Theta is a national honors society for students in history to promote the study of history through publications, conferences, and the exchanges of opinions. It has many chapters throughout the nation and we have a local chapter here at WVSU.

Phi Eta Sigma

Membership in the national college scholastic honor society is open to freshmen with a 3.5 GPA who enrolled in a four-year program. 

Pi Sigma Alpha

Pi Sigma Alpha is the national Political Science honor society which recognizes outstanding Political Science students and works to promote interest in the study of Political Science.  Membership is open to Junior and Senior undergraduate students who have earned at least a 3.0 GPA. 

Pinnacle   

The Pinnacle is an academic honor society for non-traditional students.  Membership allows students 25 years of age or older, the opportunity to participate in campus life by attending social events geared for older students and their families, participation in beneficial community projects, as well as recognition from a national honorary.  There is two levels of membership; Level One is general membership for those students seeking only a club supporting social events, whereas Level Two is the honorary requiring a grade point average of at least 3.00.  

Psi Chi

Membership in the national honor society in psychology is open to students who have completed at least three psychology classes and have earned a 3.0 GPA. 

Sigma Tau Delta

ΣΤΔ is an international English honor society reflecting high achievement in language and literature, including writing.  To join, you must have:  Completed three semesters, with a minimum of two courses in English language or literature (beyond freshman composition); Maintained a B average; and Rank in the top 35% of your class.

Tau Sigma National Honor Society

Tau Sigma is an academic honor society designed specifically to "recognize and promote the academic excellence and involvement of transfer students."

The National Broadcasting Society – Alpha Epsilon Rho

The honor society component of the National Broadcasting Society.  Undergraduate candidates (a) shall have completed at least the equivalent of three semesters of full-time college work, (b) shall not rank lower than the upper one third of their college class in overall scholarship, and (c) shall have completed at least three semester courses in communication, each of at least three credit hours or the equivalent, which may be credited toward a program emphasizing electronic media (including web/internet technologies and new media), broadcasting, mass communication, radio, television, cable, film or electronic media; communication major.  Graduate student candidates shall either (a) meet the requirements for undergraduate candidates, based upon their undergraduate records, or (b) have completed at least one year of graduate work, meeting departmental standards for satisfactory progress toward an advanced degree.

Who’s Who Among College Students In American Colleges & Universities

Through our years of serving higher education, Who's Who Among Students exists as one of the most highly regarded and long-standing honors programs in the nation, having earned the over-whelming respect of college faculties and administrations.  For the students - the outstanding campus leaders of the year - national recognition by the Who's Who program marks a pinnacle of scholastic achievement.

 

C.R. Byrd Chapter – Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA)

A pre-professional organization chartered in 1991 by the New York Office of the Public Relations Society of America to cultivate a mutually advantageous relationship between students and professional public relations practitioners.  It further aims to foster students' understanding of modern theories and procedures, to instill in them a professional attitude and to encourage them to adhere to the highest ideals of the practice of public relations.  Benefits include networking opportunities w/ professionals in the field, practical experience, monthly newspaper of the trade, national/regional conferences, workshops, internships and employment opportunities around the nation.

The Yellow Jacket

The student newspaper is published by and for students of WVSU.
 

College Republicans

A national organization for college and university students who support the Republican Party of the United States.  The organization is known as an active recruiting tool for the Republican Party and has produced many prominent Republican and conservative activists and introduced more party members to the Republican party than any other organization in the nation.

State Democrats

The all encompassing purpose of the “State Democrats” shall be to practice and promote the ideas of Justice, Liberty, Equality, and Freedom that America was founded on.  Furthermore, that the observance of these customs is not to be dependent on concern of personal race, sex, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, or national origin.  We shall pursue and preserve these ideas through support of the Democratic Party
 

To be considered an active, recognized organization at West Virginia State University, you must have all the information bulleted below on file in Student Life & Engagement:

• A completed WVSU Student Organization Registration/Recognition Form.  This form can be found in the WVSU Student Organizations Handbook.
• An updated Constitution on file in Student Life & Engagement.  As organizations make changes to their constitutions, revised versions must be submitted to Student Life & Engagement.  A sample constitution in the WVSU Student Oraganizations Handbook.
• A Request for Accumulative Average Form with at least three enrolled members, each with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better.  Each organization must have a President, Secretary andTreasurer.  Student Life & Engagement will use this form to verify this information.  The form is available in the WVSU Student Organizations Handbook.

A FEIN is not required. However, it is necessary to open bank accounts and apply for Student Government funding.  FEINs are placed in the organization’s permanent file. Step by step directions are available below.  Organizations are NOT permitted to use WVSU’s FEIN for any reason.

The deadline to register as an active organization is within the first 30 days of the start of the Fall/Spring semester.  Organizations not registered before that date will forfeit all privileges afforded to them by Student Life & Engagement.

Student Organization Registration Form
Request for Accumulative GPA
Sample Constitution
FEIN Application Directions
WVSU Student Organization and Advisor Handbook
Event Registration Form
Guest Speaker Policy and Form
Vehicle Request Form

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