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Get Involved in Campus Life

Opportunities await for you to make the most out of your college experience by gaining leadership skills, forming lifelong friendships, and making a real impact on our campus and the surrounding community.

Choose to run for office in student government and become involved in making decisions that affect student life at Garrett College. Represent the college during different activities and events throughout the year by becoming a student ambassador. Join the wildlife club and discover our area’s natural wonders and environment. The possibilities are endless for you to make a difference!

Interested in joining a club or organization, or want to start your own? Contact Andrew Catone, Student Activities Manager at Garrett College, for more information.

aauw

AAUW has been empowering women since 1881. The primary mission of AAUW is to "advance equity for women and girls through research, education, philanthropy and advocacy." This student chapter of AAUW focuses on raising awareness about and advocating for significant economic, political, and social causes that affect the lives of women and girls. The primary goal of this organization is to inspire young people to make an impact on campus and in the community through developing leaderships skills and planning events and activities.

Advisor: Terry Kasecamp
Contact: terry.kasecamp@garrettcollege.edu
Advisor: Kym Newmann
Contact: kym.newmann@garrettcollege.edu

Why Join Garrett’s Student Chapter of AAUW? Benefits include:

  • Opportunities to develop leadership and activism skills through planning and participating in activities that educate the college campus and community on women’s issues and the value of diversity.
  • Opportunities to build life-long friendships and network with amazing professionals.
  • Opportunities to boost your resume with meaningful leadership experiences at the National Conference for College Women Student Leaders (NCCWSL). Financial support to attend to attend NCCWSL is provided.
  • Scholarship opportunities.

The Campus Advisory & Activities Board (CAAB) is a student-run organization that provides a well-rounded college experience by promoting student involvement, school spirit, and campus traditions; which foster a sense of belonging, affinity to the institution and overall supports student success and retention. Our main goal is to make college life happen!

Andrew Catone, Student Activities Manager
andrew.catone@garrettcollege.edu
Phone: 301-387-3129

Advisor: Carla Zeigler
Contact: carla.ziegler@garrettcollege.edu

CRU

Cru is an interdenominational non-profit Christian parachurch organization. Cru has expanded its focus to include adult professionals, athletes, and high school students, along with colleges across the country. Athletes in Action is also a part of CRU ministries.

Advisor: John Rudd
Contact: john.rudd@garrettcollege.edu
Advisor: Nick Pratt
Contact: nick.pratt@garrettcollege.edu

The Dragon Committee is an RPG gaming club open to all GC students. We were created to foster creativity, encourage communication and community, all while providing fun and memorable experiences.

Co-advisor: Paul Rached (Faculty)
Contact: paul.rached@garrettcollege.edu

Co-advisor: AJ Savopoulus (Staff)
Contact: alexander.savopoulus@garrettcollege.edu

About GC Robotics Club Team

Students with an interest in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) and STEM-related activities are encouraged to consider joining Garrett College’s Robotics Team. Like GC’s Project Kraken, the current Robotics Team is planning competitions against both two- and four-year colleges and universities.

The GC STEM Department is sponsoring the team with co-advisors Paul Rached (ENR), AJ Savoupolus (IT), and Phil Malone as team mentor and consultant.

Project Kraken Robot

Pictured is the team’s ROV, for winning the Design Excellence Award, and the most-efficient ROV at the competition.

Advisor: Michele Murray
Contact: michele.murray@garrettcollege.edu

Advisor: Stephanie Miller
Contact: stephanie.miller@garrettcollege.edu
svc

The Student Veterans Club is an official chapter of the national Student Veterans of America ® organization. SVA is focused on providing military veterans with the resources, support, and advocacy needed to succeed in higher education and following graduation.


Advisor: Ashley Wilt
Contact: ashley.wilt01@garrettcollege.edu

Advisor: Kevin Dodge
Contact: kevin.dodge@garrettcollege.edu