Clubs & Organizations
At Mercyhurst University, you can enhance your experience beyond the classroom through Recognized Student Clubs/Organizations (RSCOs). Clubs and organizations offer activities designed for fun and camaraderie and are great ways to meet other students who share common interests. Getting involved on campus is also a unique way to develop leadership skills and is an excellent resume builder.
The purpose of this organization is to give the Mercyhurst University community an opportunity to explore the growing field of anthropology through educational activities such as guest speakers and educational field trips, all of which will be open to any interested student, faculty, or staff member of Mercyhurst University. This will provide members opportunities to be involved first hand, in the field of anthropology, as well as develop possible professional career goals. This organization will stress an interdisciplinary approach to anthropology through its many applications by encouraging students from all related majors to join and participate.
Advisor: Allison Byrnes
The purpose of Applied Forensic Science Club shall be to give the Mercyhurst community an opportunity to explore the growing field of forensic science through educational activities and community outreach, all of which will be open to any interested student, faculty, or staff member of Mercyhurst University. This will provide members opportunities to be involved first-hand in the field of forensic science, as well as develop possible professional career goals. This organization will stress an interdisciplinary approach to forensic science by encouraging students from all related majors to join and participate.
Advisor: Christine Lench
The purpose of the Art Therapy Club shall be to come together, with fellow students from this department and anyone else interested, to learn more about this major through trips, exercises, and workshops. We want to expose the community of Mercyhurst University and Erie to the many benefits of Art Therapy and to also broaden our appreciation for our chosen future field. To do this, we would like to raise money to attend conferences and workshops in and around Erie.
Advisor: Heather Denning
The purpose of the Business Club shall be to focus on helping student members get experience in the business and accounting industries through speakers, events and excursions related to the field of business.
Advisors: Jessica Spanogle
The Campus Ethical Purchasing Club shall be a group of students working closely with Mercyhurst faculty and staff to widen the campus' commitment to ethical purchasing in all decisions. Priorities of the club will be to examine procurement decisions in areas such as the bookstore and dining, as well as formulate a list of ethical purchasing suggestions for use at all levels of the university. Ethical purchasing includes products which are sustainably produced, locally sourced, collaborative with a diverse community, or made with union labor. The club will also host events related to ethical purchasing, visit classes, and work to expand campus and personal knowledge on the subject. This club has been formed to help address Mercyhurst's commitment to sustainability and to Laudato Si', in which ecological economics is a key priority.
Advisor: Elizabeth Pyne
The Mercyhurst Competitive Intelligence Club is a non-profit membership organization dedicated to creating and managing business knowledge. Our mission is to enhance the skills and knowledge of students and professionals so that they may help their companies achieve and maintain a competitive advantage. Mercyhurst Competitive Intelligence Club provides education and networking opportunities for students and business professionals working in the rapidly growing field of competitive intelligence.
Advisor: Nimalan Paul
The purposes of the Criminal Justice Association shall be to recognize and promote learning within field experiences; to assist students in preparing for a career in the criminal justice field; and to recognize and appreciate the necessity of education along with practical experience and training in becoming professional criminal justice practitioners.
Advisor: Michael Sliker
The purpose of this organization is to build and strengthen the network of fashion majors/minors and others interested in fashion that surround the MU community. The Fashion Council provides a professional organization for Mercyhurst University students to enhance and promote fashion knowledge and awareness in fashion related fields. The Fashion Council commits to provide a space where individuals with an interest in fashion can gain useful knowledge of the Fashion industry.
Advisor: Erin Magorien
The purpose of French Club shall be to promote personal as well as social development thought the use and understanding of the French language and culture. French Club activities will include a peer mentoring program, exposer to the everyday French language through the use of well known movies and movies of French origin, and activities to increase students’ academic proficiency in French. The club will be open to students of varying levels of French proficiency. From beginning to advanced including native speakers, who have interest in French and the cultures of countries that use French.
Advisor: Douglas Boudreau
The purpose of the Mercyhurst History Club is to promote historical interests and recognition throughout Mercyhurst Campus and the surrounding Erie community; serve the Erie community with meaningful service both related and not related to historical preservation; and provide an environment for the History department to strengthen the educational opportunities and opportunities to teach and enrich minds outside of the classroom.
Advisor: Benjamin Scharff
The Holistic Nursing Club (HNC) is an extension of the Lake Erie Chapter of the American Holistic Nurses Association (AHNA). We are a group of Holistic Nurses dedicated to promoting holistic health and healing as well as raising awareness about Holism, Self-care, and Loving-kindness.
Advisor: Sara Finchio-English
The purpose of Human Trafficking Awareness Club shall be to educate the campus community about human trafficking and encourage student involvement to be more globally aware of the issue. The club aims to raise awareness through simple, engaging activities like poster campaigns, informational tables outside of Grotto or in Ryan Hall, movie nights, and possible guest speaker events. The club is going to work to create a supportive space where students can learn and discuss human trafficking. By organizing campus-wide events and collaborating with other student groups, the club helps spread knowledge. The ultimate goal is to build a more informed, compassionate campus that understands the issue and feels empowered to make a difference.
Laker Student Media will function to make video and audio format content with both a fun and news-focused format. The club will make use of the production and podcast studio located in the basement of Audrey Hirt. The main academic reasons for this club are to engage students in external media production to show them how to produce material in a setting outside the context of grade-based deadlines. This will be a great resume-building experience and will also fulfill the promise of a media club as listed on the Communications academics page.
The purpose of this organization is to provide opportunities for language practice, cultural exploration, community service, and fun.
Advisor: Alice Edwards
The purpose of this RSCO will be to provide opportunities to gain knowledge regarding cyber security all related facets of technology. The club will do this by taking advantage of the knowledge and experience of the membership base. A primary goal of the club is to encourage hands on learning and experimentation with cyber security tools and software. Instead of just learning about these topics we encourage the ethical use of these tools in closed environments.
Advisor: Robert Pearson
The purpose of the Military and Operational Intelligence Club (MOIC) is to introduce students about the intelligence that is required for planning and conducting military campaigns and major operations to accomplish strategic objectives within theaters or operational areas.
Advisor: Brian Fuller
To increase interest, knowledge, and productivity in all areas of music education. The club will make available opportunities for professional development available to members.
Advisor: Scott Meier
The National Security Club (NSC) will be an umbrella organization that will bring together several national security related organizations and associations on the Mercyhurst campus. The NSC will promote the development of its members through organized events and functions that will educate and inform about national security issues.
Advisor: Fred Hoffman
The purpose is to foster an environment where students can grow, make connections within the community, and find support from their peers.
The Nursing Student Society is dedicated to fostering academic excellence, professional growth, compassionate care, and community service among nursing students. Guided by the Mercyhurst values of integrity, respect, and service, we strive to support our peers, strengthen our clinical and leadership skills, and advocate for the health and well-being of our campus and the broader community.
We will participate in academic peer-support, campus events, fundraising, and conduct community outreach.
Advisor: Shannon Yovich
The purpose of HMA/PCMA shall be to provide professional development for hospitality Management students at Mercyhurst University. The HMA side of the club concentrated on service and the Chicago Food & Restaurant Show. As a club, we will do philanthropy events throughout the year organized by the HMA side. Philanthropic events may include, but are not limited to: Zumba-thons, March of Dimes, Relay for Life, volunteering at Second Harvest Food Bank, and Adopt-a-Highway clean-ups. The PCMA side more focused on events management education. Our university club is part of the POWER Chapter of PCMA (Pittsburgh, Ohio, West Virginia, and Erie Region) and will attend said chapter meetings whenever they may occur in order to further member education.
Advisor: Peter Zohos
The purpose of the Pre-Health Society shall be to prepare pre-health students for the furthering of their education in the medical field after graduation from Mercyhurst University. In addition, the Pre-Health Society will provide guidance and support in the decision making process for future medical students. Activities and programs sponsored by the organization will be expected to fulfill the organizations' stated objectives.
Advisor: Michael Elnitsky
The purpose of this organization is to encourage intelligent discussion and debate, and create increased awareness about the law and legal processes at Mercyhurst University. We intend to hold general meetings at which we will discuss current events including Supreme Court cases and other law-related discussions. We will also provide study sessions for applicable courses, LSAT practice exams, and host guest speakers (via Zoom or in-person) such as lawyers, judges, educators, and other professionals in the field, as well as other educational experiences.
Advisor: Eric Wagner
The purpose of Psychology Club is to promote high standards among psychology students, to encourage professional growth and development, and to provide opportunities for members to associate with persons engaged in psychology and its related fields.
Advisor: Seyma Inan
The purpose of Sports Business Management Club shall be to educate and expand hands-on and social experiences for those interested in Sports Business. The club will also help those in the major to experience firsthand, outside of the classroom, what all levels of Sports Business entails.
Advisor: John Parente
The Sustainability Club will promote to the Mercyhurst community the principles and practices of responsible environmental policy and sustainability. The club will also assess and improve the environmental awareness, ecological responsibility, and environmental performance of the campus with the goal of advancing sustainability on campus and the community.
Advisor: Molly Tarvin
Physics Club aims to encourage and promote an understanding of how everything behaves at its most fundamental level. During meetings, we will observe the phenomena of the universe and provide a comprehensive explanation to broaden members' knowledge. We intend to hold "game nights" to create a social and inviting environment for students to engage with like-minded peers and staff. If the opportunity arises for off-campus trips, there are conferences and laboratories that students can visit and experience. As a chapter of the Society of Physics Students, we intend to help undergraduate students with an interest in physics develop skills and provide resources for them to excel professionally.
Advisor: Bradley Treece
Women in Cybersecurity (WiCys) is an academic student chapter that is a professional organization and community-focused on empowering women in the cybersecurity field. The main mission of WiCys, as a whole, is to advocate and empower women in the cybersecurity field, and with the CIS department growing, a WiCys chapter would be beneficial to bring to Mercyhurst. The chapter is open to everyone of all majors and genders, and allyship is even encouraged as the point of this chapter is to build a greater community while celebrating success. The plan is for meetings to be once or twice a month and will work closely with Mercyhurst's Cybersecurity Club.
The types of events that we will do will focus more on the educational aspect of cybersecurity; however, getting hands-on experience and geared more to obtaining certifications and other skills that are not taught within the CIS curriculum.
Advisor: Robert Pearson
The Women in Intelligence and National Security Club is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive community for individuals of all backgrounds who are passionate about intelligence, national security, and related fields. While we center the experiences and advancement of women in these industries, we welcome and encourage the participation of all allies who share our commitment to diversity, equity, and professional growth.
Our mission is to empower individuals—regardless of gender—to promote the inclusion, leadership, and success of women in intelligence and national security. Through mentorship, networking, professional development, and advocacy, we strive to create a more diverse and equitable field where all voices are valued, and the next generation of security professionals can thrive.
The club plans to host a variety of events. One of the biggest events will be the speaker series. The speakers will consist of female professionals within the intelligence, cybersecurity, national security, and related career fields. We also want to host service projects within Erie. These service projects will either be hands-on or donation-oriented for a specific organization within Erie. We also want to host professional workshops in which we discuss professional skills (resume building, interview skills, etc.).
Advisor: Julie Cullen
We want to share our love of reading! The purpose of Book Club is to share our love of books with the student population. Book Club meetings will consist of determining favorite genres; selecting books to read; discussing chapters read; and engaging in crafts, activities, and games related to the literature we read.
Advisor: Tessa Sayre
The purpose of Commuter Student Association shall be to create a community for commuter students at Mercyhurst to provide programming and social opportunities to meet other commuter students, as well as interact and engage with resident students.
Advisor: Jessica Hubert
The functions of the Mercyhurst University Dance Club shall be to promote and encourage involvement within the community in order to gain recognition outside the college, hold fundraising activities to make additional performance opportunities and benefits possible, provide a close bond and unified spirit among dance department members, gain recognition from and unity with the other departments and attempt to work with other college organizations in order to raise funds for this organization and other charitable organizations, promote and encourage student participation in interdisciplinary activities and also to inform members of any dance-related opportunities.
Advisor: Danielle Kaiser
The purpose of Hurst Volleyball is to bring together students from all different backgrounds to play friendly (and sometimes competitive) volleyball.
Advisor: Bethany Woods
The purpose of Human Trafficking Awareness Club shall be to educate the campus community about human trafficking and encourage student involvement to be more globally aware of the issue. The club aims to raise awareness through simple, engaging activities like poster campaigns, informational tables outside of Grotto or in Ryan Hall, movie nights, and possible guest speaker events. The club is going to work to create a supportive space where students can learn and discuss human trafficking. By organizing campus-wide events and collaborating with other student groups, the club helps spread knowledge. The ultimate goal is to build a more informed, compassionate campus that understands the issue and feels empowered to make a difference.
Laker Student Media will function to make video and audio format content with both a fun and news-focused format. The club will make use of the production and podcast studio located in the basement of Audrey Hirt. The main academic reasons for this club are to engage students in external media production to show them how to produce material in a setting outside the context of grade-based deadlines. This will be a great resume-building experience and will also fulfill the promise of a media club as listed on the Communications academics page.
The purpose of the Liturgical Dance Ensemble is to give students an opportunity to utilize dance to explore and share their religious beliefs. Additionally, the ensemble provides exploration to flourish. This organization is based on volunteerism in which members receive service hours for their participation.
Advisor: Corenna Partusch
The purpose of the Geology Club shall be to serve as an educational club for all levels of interest and knowledge. The club will include activities, events, and field trips. The Geology Club will be a hands-on experience; certain events will have an educational aspect to them and contain educational activities. A lot of the events will also be experiential learning opportunities. Sharing the passion for all things Geological is our club's goal, focusing on our geological interests and sharing them with others. It is a casual and down-to-Earth club.
The purpose of Mercyhurst Neurodiverse Community Alliance (MNCA) shall be to create a campus-wide community of acceptance and inclusivity for neurodiverse students. We shall promote these ideals through social events, flagging, and awareness campaigns.
We want to create safe spaces for both students who are neurotypical and students who are neurodiverse to socialize together. We will use flagging to create safe spaces at sponsored events around campus and join the Autism Initiative at Mercyhurst (AIM) for AIM-sponsored events. We will also collaborate with other RSCOs in promoting Autism Awareness Campaigns.
Advisor: Laurie Baker
The Mercyhurst Sailing Club offers a truly enchanting and magical experience that redefines the concept of adventure and creates a lasting sense of family. If you're looking for a chance to get on the water and harness the power of the wind, look no further than the Sailing Club. With the Mercyhurst Sailing Club, you can experience the thrill of the open sea, explore distant shores, and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Joining our club offers a chance to bond with fellow crew members and strengthen the Erie community. This club will demonstrate the mission of Sisters of Mercy through volunteering with the Bayfront Maritime Center by helping with the up rig and down rig of their tall ships and other projects. Club activities will consist of learning sail training on small sailboats with the help of the Penn State Behrend Sailing Club and with the help of the Erie Yacht Club Foundation, knot-tying, volunteering, learning the history of the Great Lakes, building bonds with the Erie community, and creating a team of skilled and valuable sailors.
Advisor: Benjamin Scharff
Guided by the fundamental principles of the American Red Cross and its mission to prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors, the Mercyhurst University Red Cross Club will learn, practice, and exemplify humanitarian values through mission-related service projects.
Advisor: Elizabeth Patnode
The purpose of the Military and Operational Intelligence Club (MOIC) is to introduce students about the intelligence that is required for planning and conducting military campaigns and major operations to accomplish strategic objectives within theaters or operational areas.
Advisor: Brian Fuller
The purpose is to foster an environment where students can grow, make connections within the community, and find support from their peers.
The Nursing Student Society is dedicated to fostering academic excellence, professional growth, compassionate care, and community service among nursing students. Guided by the Mercyhurst values of integrity, respect, and service, we strive to support our peers, strengthen our clinical and leadership skills, and advocate for the health and well-being of our campus and the broader community.
We will participate in academic peer-support, campus events, fundraising, and conduct community outreach.
Advisor: Shannon Yovich
The purpose of the Pickleball Club shall be to be a fun and athletic club where people who enjoy playing pickleball can come and play 1v1's and 2v2's in a friendly competition.
Advisor: Sue Sweeney
The purpose of P.U.C.K shall be to create an environment that allows students interested in playing semi-competitive ice hockey with their friends a chance to thrive. Our prime objective is to promote exercise and social growth through small non-contact games of ice hockey. We aim to create a social environment that is inviting as well as engaging to all those who participate.
Advisor: Thomas McKinnon
The purpose of Soccer Club is to bring the Mercyhurst Community together through playing soccer, forming friendships, and having fun. The club will promote physical and mental wellness, allowing students to take a break and have fun. We plan to host scrimmages, games, and fun soccer-related activities.
Advisor: Matthew Weaver
This club is for anyone interested in tabletop games, whether it's board games, card games, RPGs, or anything in between. We run campaigns for Dungeons and Dragons and Magic the Gathering, but members are more than welcome to create campaigns of their own. Members are also welcome to bring their own games as well; some of our more popular games have included Cards Against Humanity and Ticket to Ride. All are welcome, whether it's to join a campaign or to simply learn about what games are offered!
The purpose of Video Game Club shall be a social gathering for students that like to play video games. Students can meet other gamers and connect with groups of people in order to play video games on any platform (computer or gaming console).
Advisor: Carrie Hornyak
To engage students in yoga and get to know other students on campus.
Advisor: Solveig Santillano
- Big Brothers/Big Sisters of America program on campus
- Being paired with a “younger sister or brother” for a one-on-one mentor connection, doing events around campus (i.e., taking them to the dining hall, tutoring, and planning events here on campus with club partnerships).
- Mercyhurst student daycare
- Once a month, a free childcare night for parents who attend Mercyhurst. The estimated time frame would be two to three hours of free childcare to give the parents time to study, take a break, or sleep!
- Erie school food drive (Food pantry schools)
- Due to SNAP benefits being delayed, we are organizing a food drive for two local schools in Erie that need food for their students! This would eventually create a space for students to receive a bag of food to take home for the weekend.
Alpha Epsilon Delta is the National Health Preprofessional Honor Society dedicated to the encouragement and recognition of excellence in preprofessional health scholarship. Our Society welcomes all students engaged in the pursuit of professional development, provides a forum for students with common interests and extends a program of service to benefit the college/university community. We are a branch off of the Pre-Health Society and follow suit with events, volunteering and any other opportunity given.
Advisor: Michael Elnitsky
The purpose of Alpha Phi Sigma shall be to recognize and promote high scholarship among students actively engaged in collegiate preparation for professional services; to keep abreast of the advances in scientific research; to evaluate the ethical standards of the Criminal Justice professions and to establish in the public mind the benefit and necessity of education and professional training.
Advisor: Adam Saeler
The purpose of this organization shall be to promote the welfare and education of exceptional children and youth.
Advisor: Kortnie Fisher
The mission of the Honors Council shall be to support the mission of the college and that of the Mercyhurst University Honors Program, to represent the interests of all Mercyhurst University Honors Scholars.
Advisors: Dr. Katie Duda and Dr. Joe Johnson
The Alpha Beta Pi Chapter of Kappa Delta Pi is an educational honor society at Mercyhurst. The purpose of Kappa Delta Pi is to promote leadership and understanding of current issues in education, develop team-building and collaboration skills, and foster academic excellence. To be eligible for membership, the student must be part of the Department of Education, have at least a 3.5 GPA, and be at least of sophomore status. As part of this organization, the members will have opportunities to be part of various committees, which work together on fundraising, planning events, helping out around the community, and much more!
Advisor: Amy Bauschard
The Mercyhurst Mentorship and Youth Development (the MERMEN and MERMAYDs) is a service-based program that is designed to do community work specifically with children. Our work would be housed in the Mercyhurst Education Department under the supervision of Education Professor Cole Lowe. It would meet twice a month to plan the service activities. Some possible examples of events would be:
Advisor: Cole Lowe
Guided by the fundamental principles of the American Red Cross and its mission to prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors, the Mercyhurst University Red Cross Club will learn, practice, and exemplify humanitarian values through mission-related service projects.
Advisor: Elizabeth Patnode
The purpose of the Military and Operational Intelligence Club (MOIC) is to introduce students about the intelligence that is required for planning and conducting military campaigns and major operations to accomplish strategic objectives within theaters or operational areas.
Advisor: Brian Fuller
The National Society for Dance Arts is the premiere honor society recognizing university dance scholars/artists and professionals for their academic and artistic achievements. It is sponsored by The National Dance Association, an affiliate of the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD).
Advisor: Solveig Santillano
The purpose is to foster an environment where students can grow, make connections within the community, and find support from their peers.
The Nursing Student Society is dedicated to fostering academic excellence, professional growth, compassionate care, and community service among nursing students. Guided by the Mercyhurst values of integrity, respect, and service, we strive to support our peers, strengthen our clinical and leadership skills, and advocate for the health and well-being of our campus and the broader community.
We will participate in academic peer-support, campus events, fundraising, and conduct community outreach.
Advisor: Shannon Yovich
Phi Eta Sigma is the nation’s oldest and largest honor society, and it’s open to any first-year college student, regardless of major. Unlike a lot of groups on campus that you simply sign up for, PES is an organization you must be invited to join. To be eligible, you just need to have a 3.5 GPA or higher during your freshman year. If you meet that requirement, you will receive a letter inviting you to join in the spring semester of your freshman year. So if you’re interested, just do your best, and we will find you!
Mercyhurst's chapter of Phi Eta Sigma has been recognized by the National Phi Eta Sigma Office for being an active chapter. We were one of only 16 chapters nationwide to receive the National Pyramid Award for Chapter Excellence for the 2018-2019 academic year, which is quite an honor. We hope to maintain this level of excellence for years to come.
As a member of Phi Eta Sigma, you’ll receive a formal induction certificate, pin, and tee shirt. Then, if you maintain active status, you will have the opportunity to earn graduation cords, as well! To maintain active status, you must demonstrate participation in two of three main areas: scholarship, leadership, and service. The first area, scholarship, involves everything related to academics. This requirement can be met by earning a GPA of 3.8 or higher, receiving academic excellence awards and scholarships, presenting at a conference, publishing work, or anything else that demonstrates academic excellence. The second area is leadership. You can fulfill this by occupying an executive board position for any RSCOs on campus, having a position in MSG, MSG Programming Board (MSGPB), or the Honors Council, being an RA or Laker Leader, or being a captain or leader on a sports team. The third area is service. You can fulfill this by participating in various service opportunities, both on and off campus. PES actually provides a few service opportunities each year, such as our campus cleanup event that we host each semester, as well as the Polar Plunge for Special Olympics where we actually raised $1,300 in the fall of 2019! You can also participate in service opportunities you find on your own, such as volunteering at an animal shelter or a food bank. Again, to maintain active status, you only need to fulfill two of these three categories each year, so it is very doable!
In addition to being a great resume builder and earning you graduation cords, Phi Eta Sigma also provides members the opportunity to apply for scholarships through the national office, and these are attainable. If you are interested in joining Phi Eta Sigma, do your best during your freshman year, and keep an eye out for those invitation letters in the spring!
Advisors: Dr. Katie Duda and Dr. Joe Johnson
The purpose of Pi Sigma Alpha shall be an honor reserved for a select group of students. Member students will convene to suggest direction for the Political Science Department of Mercyhurst, communicate with faculty, and develop valuable skills to prepare for a life in the political world.
Advisor: Seyma Akyol and Joseph Morris
Psi Chi is a national honor society whose purpose shall be to encourage, stimulate, and maintain excellence in scholarship of the individual members in all fields, particularly in psychology, and to advance the science of psychology.
Advisor: Seyma Inan
The purpose of the Public Health Club is to engage the community and students in public health activities in and around Erie in order to gain more knowledge. The objective is that through community service and partnership with the community, students can help to improve the quality of life for others, helping to reflect on themselves as community members.
Advisor: Maria Garase
The purpose of the Sigma Tau Delta English Honor Society, Beta Upsilon Chapter, shall be to uphold the values of the Sigma Tau Delta International Honor Society. We strive to promote academic achievement among English majors/minors. As Sigma Tau Delta’s mission states, we are “dedicated to fostering literacy and all aspects of the discipline of English.”
Advisor: Althea Gaarden and Christina Riley-Brown
The Mercyhurst University Student Athletic Advisory Committee is dedicated to the athletic and academic advancement of all student-athletes. Mercyhurst University SAAC provides a forum for the discussion of student-athlete concerns and a channel of communication to the administrators through which these concerns can be heard. The Mercyhurst University SAAC will use the power of organization to promote not only the college's athletic teams but also help promote unity and good sportsmanship in the college community and the Erie community in general. SAAC creates an environment in which all varsity sports are represented equally. Mercyhurst University SAAC strives for student-athlete awareness on the Mercyhurst Campus.
Advisor: Brienna Roys
This club serves as your personal Mercyhurst guide into the national Tri-Beta Biological Honors Society. Through this club, we not only encourage astounding scientists to do their best academically, but we are also very passionate about bringing our love for Biology into our surrounding community! Through lots of fun and diverse events, we hope to get everyone involved. You can't love life without loving Biology!
Advisor: Katie Kilmer
The purpose of Active Minds at Mercyhurst is to increase awareness about mental health, mental illness and resources available; to become a point of reference for information on Depression, Bipolar Disorder, etc.; and to become a liaison between Mercyhurst and the mental health community.
Advisor: Michelle Kephart
To expose members to the Japanese language and culture as expressed through Japanese medium, particularly the animated arts. The organization will look at the historical background of Japan and examine it in relation to pertinent period anime. Similarly, it will examine some cultural norms as expressed through the media, focusing most strongly on current popular social trends. Our organization seeks to give its members a chance to watch foreign visual media it would not otherwise normally be exposed to.
Advisor: Robert Von Thaden
To promote the unification and prosperity of Mercyhurst students of African descent through a means of enhancing the experience of minority students on campus, creating an environment that allows minority students to network with other students from similar cultural backgrounds, allow students to discuss sensitive affairs in a safe nonjudgmental setting, and feel a sense of comfort among their peers.
Advisor: Jessica Hubert
The purpose of ISA is to celebrate the cultural diversity and richness of the Mercyhurst community by furthering relations between international and domestic students. We celebrate world cultures in a fun, educational, and inclusive way to provide a space for everyone to explore what it means to be an international student or to experience international culture.
Advisor: Maria Antunez Centeno
The purpose of L.O.M. is to destigmatize lesbianism through an alliance of lesbians and allies across campus. We aim to advocate and support the lesbian community at Mercyhurst University and the greater Erie area through outreach and on-campus events.
Advisor: Jessica Hubert
The purpose of Mercyhurst Neurodiverse Community Alliance (MNCA) shall be to create a campus-wide community of acceptance and inclusivity for neurodiverse students. We shall promote these ideals through social events, flagging, and awareness campaigns.
We want to create safe spaces for both students who are neurotypical and students who are neurodiverse to socialize together. We will use flagging to create safe spaces at sponsored events around campus and join the Autism Initiative at Mercyhurst (AIM) for AIM-sponsored events. We will also collaborate with other RSCOs in promoting Autism Awareness Campaigns.
Advisor: Laurie Baker