The Asian Students Association promotes Asian culture and traditions as well as the contributions of Asian-Americans and coordinates a series of events throughout the year.
The Black Student Association (BSA) assists Black students enrolled at Whittier, both academically and socially, through events, programs, and activities held throughout the year. In addition, the BSA seeks to make an impact on the political, cultural, psychological, and intellectual development of its members.
Establish a network of support, mentorship, and communication for all First Generation College Students and Allies. The First Generation and Allies' mission is to promote and create resources for all members to easily navigate their college experience. In addition, the group seeks to generate a new, more embracing culture on campus towards First Generation Students.
Global Poets supports international students to navigate American culture while learning about the cultures and languages of other countries through activities and events including guest presenters, trips, leadership opportunities, and social activities.
The primary goal of the Ethiopian club is to raise awareness of Ethiopian culture within our school community. We plan to organize events and programs to share our (Ethiopian) unique heritage.
MEChA promotes and encourages Chicano/a and Latino/a people to pursue and continue higher education while maintaining a strong sense of self-identity and pride.
The Poet Student-Athlete Leadership Academy develops, challenges, and supports student-athletes and coaches in their quest to become world-class leaders in athletics, academics, and life. The Leadership Academy will create a positive learning environment for personal growth, rooted in the foundations of pride, integrity, and commitment to excellence.
Through its events, the Desi/Middle Eastern Club works to support students’ embrace of their cultural identities, and appreciation for diversity and to educate the Whittier College campus about unity in diversity. The Desi/Middle Eastern Club board strives to create safe spaces where students can connect with their peers to establish a community based on equity and inclusion.
TOBGLAD is a confidential group that serves as a support system for students and involves them in crucial political issues affecting the bisexual, transgender, gay, lesbian, and queer community. The organization's focus is to end discrimination by educating the Whittier College community.
The Transfer Student Association (TSA) is a community of students who transferred from community colleges and other 2-/ 4-year colleges. The TSA is committed to supporting transfers through the challenges of transitioning to WC, ensuring their academic success, and physical and mental well-being.
The Whittier College Dance Team is an organization on campus that strives to incorporate and exhibit student creativity in the form of movement. They perform at school-wide events throughout the fall and spring semesters. The team recently started putting together an annual dance concert that takes place sometime between late January and early February to showcase dance talent and performances from both on- and off-campus organizations and individuals.
The Fiber Arts Club is a group of Whittier College students that come together to work on a variety of fiber arts crafts and share crafting advice with one another.
We are an active club providing students interested in topics related to Kinesiology & Nutrition Science with connections to students, professors, and professionals in the major, as well as opportunities to serve the greater Whittier community. Members also participate in fun activity days such as hikes, trivia games, community service, and sports viewing parties.
The Society of Physics Students is all about physics! Come chat with us, watch sci-fi movies with us or go on awesome field trips, such as to Joshua Tree Park to camp out and look at nearby planets and the moon or to the Griffith Observatory.
The Whittier College Pre-Health club seeks to unify Whittier College students who wish to pursue a profession in the health sciences. Students who are majoring sciences in such as biology, chemistry, biochemistry, and kinesiology, including students who are taking particular tracks such as the pre-med track or pre-physical therapist track are welcome to join the club. Students who are not science majors but have an interest in health are welcome to join the club. This club’s main focus is to better prepare pre-health students for life beyond college by hosting events that will further interest them in the pre-health field and create extracurricular opportunities.
Psychology Club aims to create an academic and social environment that welcomes students from all majors. We meet several times a semester to exchange information about graduate programs, learn about careers in Psychology, and engage in fun activities such as watching movies and hosting interactive sex talks with the Whittier College community.
This club's focus is on integrating the Women in STEM members of Whittier College with industry experts, professionals, and other university students to build relationships and share expertise that will prepare and enhance their STEM careers. Although the club is called Women in STEM, men are welcome and encouraged to join and support.
With chapters across the nation, TACO is dedicated to combating overdose deaths, particularly in college-aged individuals. Through TACO, we aim to distribute free Fentanyl strips, become certified Narcan trainers, and host fundraiser events.
The Artorian Order of the Knights of Pendragon (AOKP)- a Medieval and Renaissance-based live-action role-playing club invites all students to add adventure into their lives and participate in fantasy, fighting, and feasting.
The purpose of the Whittier College Bug Club is to identify insects and arthropods found on campus, there will be informational club meetings and events that educate about insect conservation and its importance.
The KPOP Club was established to explore KPOP music and culture, connect individuals interested in KPOP, and provide a space to destress and entertain. Everyone is invited to join us at KPOP club for a good time and a sense of community.
The primary objective of the Program Board is to provide balanced programming and high-quality entertainment that is consistent with the educational objectives of the College, the priorities of the Associated Students of Whittier College, and the needs and interests of the entire College community.
Founded on the idea of pushing community and competition, Poet eSports strives to bring out the competitive nature of players. The club hosts tournaments, both virtual and physical, as well as offers competitive teams for people interested in playing in a jersey.
All genders are welcome, with or without experience. If you want to have fun and learn more about volleyball then this is the place to be.
WCMUN is an organization dedicated to inciting interest in students joining the program in the Spring along with taking the attached political science course (poli sci 228). This program is in preparation for a conference where we all hold committee meetings, represent our assigned countries, and learn how to be true diplomats. We spend the spring semester preparing through Tuesday night meetings, writing policy statements, practicing speeches, etc.
The mission of this organization is to foster engagement between students and the workers of Whittier College. The club's mission is in the interest of creating a campus where students can communicate with, and work to the best interests of, the workers who are responsible for making the campus run.
The Poet Warriors Club support and uplift sWhittier College's veteran students and other military-associated students.
The focus of the Whittier College Sustainability Club is to raise awareness for how to manage a healthy and sustainable lifestyle. Through projects, fundraisers, and field trips the club will incorporate this idea into our academics, our community, and ourselves as members of society. WCSC will be working closely with faculty in various departments to help students learn about sustainability and how to support self-sufficient businesses.
Cru is an international Christian campus ministry that is on college campuses connecting people to Jesus Christ all over the world. The club is a multicultural community of students and faculty who have the vision of seeing movements all around so that everyone knows someone who truly follows Jesus. Cru is passionate about growing in our relationships with Jesus Christ as well as connecting other people to Him through sharing the Gospel and providing students the opportunity to grow in their faith.
