EXPLORE CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS AT BHSU

Why should you get involved?

Enhance your college experience by getting involved in one of the many clubs and organizations on campus. Becoming involved will give students many opportunities to meet new friends, work with faculty and administrators, and develop skills that prepare students for a career after graduation.

Through involvement you will:

• Learn about time management skills
• Experience multicultural and diverse programs
• Develop and hone your leadership skills
• Motivate yourself and others
• Acquire knowledge in problem solving and contract negotiations
• Enhance your effective communication skills
• Develop career networks
• Gain a sense of self-worth through task accomplishments
• Practice productive delegation
• Have FUN!

How do you get involved?

All you need to do is review the many organizations and specify which groups interest you. Then fill out an interest form. It's that easy!

If there is not a group that interests you, or you have an idea for a new group, you may create your own organization. For more details, the Student Organization Policy Manual is a complete handbook for student leaders explaining how to start up a new organization and become recognized as well as how to be an effective organization on campus.

Student Clubs and Organizations

• ASMB -

• Activity Grants Committee - The Activity Grants Committee (AGC) is one entity that receives GAF funds. These funds provide funding for student organization programs throughout the school year. The committee is comprised of various student leaders on campus who meet on a weekly basis to review funding requests. Student Organizations may request allocation for a project or activity from the Activity Grants Committee. 

• American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) - AISES at BHSU is a collegiate chapter of the national AISES organization. AISES is a national non-profit organization that nurtures the building of community by bridging science and technology with traditional native values. The ultimate goal of AISES is to be a catalyst for the advancement of American Indians and Native Alaskans as they seek to become self-reliant members of society. This program also provides many students with valuable scholarships for college.

• Art Club - The Art Club is a community of artists and people who are interested in art at BHSU. From collaborative and individual art activities or service projects for the community and for scholarships, we are here to have fun while promoting the visual arts at BHSU.

• Band - Join the band as they play at various sporting events and concerts throughout the year.

• Beeline Drumline - A percussion performance group currently open to all interested students. The Beeline is a group designed to serve BHSU to generate school pride and spirit at athletic and community events through the performance of percussion music.

• BHSU Dems - A club that discusses political issues with a democratic view.

• Buzz Marketing - To increase the awareness of marketing on campus by providing students with correct ways to network, complete a resume, and use marketing tactics to in turn receive the experience of being involved in a nationally recognized organization.

• Campus Activities Board (C.A.B.) - This organization plans large events for the entire campus and the surrounding community. The student-run organization plans and hosts a variety of entertainment including, lectures, musical events, cultural events, dances, and large-scale themed activities. Consider joining the C.A.B. if you want to impact campus entertainment.

• Campus Ventures - Offers opportunities to help students know and love God, and be equipped to disciple others so as to impact future generations for Jesus Christ.

• Chess Club - Offers students the opportunity to learn how to play chess.

• Chi Alpha Christian Fellowship - Develop the spiritual life and abilities of the students
  in relation to God, to each other, and to the world at large within a Pentecostal Christian context and in a manner consistent with the teachings of the Assemblies of God USA. As part of this mission, Chi Alpha seeks to introduce fellow collegians to an authentic relationship with Jesus Christ.

• Cheerleading - 

• Choir - Open to all Black Hills State University students and faculty. The choir performs a concert each semester.

• College Republicans- A club which discusses political issues with a republican view.

• Connection College - To engage all students in acts of love and service to the campus and surrounding community. To inspire students to be givers rather than takers.

• Future Teachers Association - This organization focuses on bringing undergraduate students together to learn and grow in education at BHSU, offer professional development opportunities, gathering students together for social opportunities, interacting and supporting BHSU University Events (such as the Kiddie Carnival), and providing resources for future classrooms (such as the Book Fair).

• Global Jackets - This club helps to share foreign cultures with American students and helps international students in adapting to American culture. We serve as a cultural exchange and establish links between international and domestic students, giving understanding of different cultures to the BHSU campus community.

• Honors Club - The BHSU Honors Club offers students a close-knit community full of like-minded students. Students in the Honors Club enjoy unique on-campus experiences including game and trivia nights, holiday celebrations, study nights in the Honors Lounge, and a wide range of activities throughout the semester! The Honors Club gives YOU an opportunity to have your voice heard in the Honors program and connect with others who share your passions, whatever they may be.

• Health Sciences Student Organization (HSSO) - HSSO functions to prepare preprofessional students for a career in one of the many health care disciplines. This organization facilitates their education in non-academic aspects that aren't easily addressed through classroom activities. Students are strongly urged to perform community or university service, they are provided with avenues for health-related job training or shadowing, and are supported in their preparation for application to the professional schools of their choice. 

• Jacket Catholic - St. Joseph's Catholic Newman Center provides a touch of home with a free home-cooked meal every Sunday night. Come join us to share faith and fellowship with other Black Hills State University students.

• Jacket Investment Club - The Jacket Investment Club is an organization to further the education of those who want to learn more about investment principles, current news in the market, and much more. JIC has a student-operated portfolio, hosts visits from industry professionals, and is a great opportunity to network with both your peers and those working in the investment industry!

• Jacket Poker Club - The Jacket Poker Club is a club that anyone is more than welcome to attend, to play classic card games such as Blackjack and Texas Hold'em in a risk-free environment.

• Jackets for Life -

• Jacket Journal - Open to all BHSU students, the Jacket Journal newspaper is an award-winning campus organization. Several 400-level labs and the Jacket Journal staff produce a hard-copy newspaper as well as the student campus media online website BHSUmedia.com. Editorial, production, photography, and advertising staff positions are available each semester. 

• KBHU-FM 89.1 & 90.7 The Buzz - Black Hills State University's student-run organization, 89.1 & 90.7 FM The Buzz. Bringing the best and only alternative to Spearfish, SD and the surrounding areas. Students from any background or major are welcome to be part of the fast-growing and popular culture of radio broadcasting.

• Kicking Assets (Accounting Club) - In Kicking Assets, you will learn to facilitate networking opportunities with accounting industry leaders. 

• Lakota Omniciye - Seeks to bridge the cultural gaps between non-Indian and Indian students and to provide educational assistance to its members where applicable.

• Psychology Club - Promotes interest and education in the field of psychology. The psychology club is open to anyone with an interest in psychology. The club is a social and academic organization involved in fundraisers, volunteer work, and social activities on campus and in the community. 

• Pickleball Club - 

• Psi Chi - Psi Chi is a national honor society whose purpose is to encourage, stimulate, and maintain excellence in scholarship in psychology and to advance the science of psychology.

• PLAN - 

• Ponder - 

• Pre-Med Club -

• Pride - Pride is dedicated to raising awareness about the LGBTQIA community at BHSU and the Black Hills area. Pride will provide a safe haven for LGBTQIA individuals, their families, and friends by providing resources, a caring environment that allows for open discussion and support, and a place for like-minded individuals to meet.

• Residence Hall Association - 

• Self Defense Club -

• Society of Physics Students (SPS) - 

• Shutter Buzz - This organization provides an outlet for persons with an interest in photography to share their knowledge, learn from one another and experience photography on a deeper level than is available individually.

• Student Senate - The Black Hills State University Student Association is comprised of all the students of Black Hills State University. The Student Senate is charged with representing BHSU students before the President of the University, faculty and campus committees, and the SD Board of Regents in order to serve as a medium to further general cooperation and unity. We promote student activities and act on matters relating to student affairs in addition to sharing in the budgeting responsibilities of the general allocation fund.

• Swarm Days Committee - Plans and implements all of the homecoming programs and activities. BHSU homecoming is held every fall semester in late September or early October.

• Swing Dance Club - This organization offers a fun and safe way to relieve stress by country swing dancing. Anyone is welcome to dance nights and we have teachers for those who are just beginning to dance.

• Three Peaks Review - Three Peaks Review literary journal is BHSU's student lead literary journal that promotes creative writing and publishing to the students of BHSU. Members have the opportunity to help publish the yearly issue of our journal and will participate in poetry readings and other events sponsored by the club.

• Theatre Society - Encourages participation in the theatrical activities on campus and provides for the social and educational benefits of the members.

• Thompson Diversion - Provides BHSU students with the opportunity to correct a poor decision. Instead of a poor decision affecting their permanent adult record, which can result in negative consequences such as loss of job opportunities or ineligibility for financial aid, this program ensures the students take responsibility for their actions. Through cooperation with their peers, students correct their mistakes by giving back to BHSU and the Spearfish community and by completing activities that ensure education and accountability. This program allows student volunteers to learn about public speaking, community service, and legal studies and make valuable connections.

• Women in STEM - Women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (WiSTEM) is an organization to help better and celebrate women in stem-related careers or academia.