Just as what you accomplish inside the classroom will affect your real-world success, so too will your involvement with academic and campus organizations outside of the classroom. Tiffin University has a wide variety of real opportunities to choose from, and each of these real choices offers you the chance to make a real and lasting impact – not only in your own life and on campus, but also in the surrounding community! Below are TU’s clubs and organizations. Get involved – make a difference!
Academic Organizations
Academic Organizations allow students to apply skills learned in class to rewarding experiences outside the classroom.
Business Professionals of America
The purposes of this organization are: To assist local chapter members in leadership and development. To unite in a common professional bond with students enrolled in classes with business employment as their objective. To develop leadership abilities through participation in career/technical education, civic, recreational, and social activities. To promote high standards in ethics, workmanship, and scholarship. To develop the ability of students to plan together, organize, and carry out worthy activities and projects through the use of the democratic. To develop competent, aggressive leaders in business education. To foster practical application of business education skills through competition.
Criminal Justice Club
The purpose of the Criminal Justice Club is to provide opportunities and further knowledge for criminal justice related majors and to promote social interaction among criminal justice and related members of Tiffin University as well as the community.
Delta Sigma Kappa (DSK)
Delta Sigma Kappa is an honorary fraternity that works toward the betterment of Tiffin University by secretly initiating creative and constuctive projects for the advancement of the University's interests and students.
Dragon's Den Players
The Dragon's Den Players is a part of Tiffin University's theatre program. Through this organization, TU students are able to learn or refine their skills in acting, stage managing, set constructing, set decor, sound effects, special effects and other areas during the year's two major stage productions.
English Enthusiasts
The English Enthusiasts is a campus organization comprised of English majors and other interested students. Among their activities are the operating and editing of the TU Review, Tiffin University's literary magazine, movie nights, poetry readings, cultural events, and explorations of literature and writing.
Global Affairs Organization (GAO)
The purpose of the Global Affairs Organization is to unite students who have a common interest in the national security and homeland security fields, while pursuing a more in-depth understanding of these fields and how they impact our community, our country, and the world.
Hospitality Club
The Hospitality Club raises awareness and helps educate TU students on the unprecedented growth rate of the hospitality industry, the diverse career opportunities available, and the current industry events impacting the global economy. The Club hosts speakers, attends conventions, trade shows and expositions.
TU Times
The TU Times, the college newspaper, is published every other week during the academic year. Students can write, edit, take photographs and design the newspaper. Some editorial positions are paid.
Special Interest Organizations
Special Interest Organizations give students the opportunity to explore their interests or find new ones.
Black United Students (BUS)
Black United Students strives to raise awareness of African-American and multicultural concerns on campus, as well as in the surrounding area. BUS holds campus events such as the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration, the annual Spring Fashion Show, and co-curricular trips to historically Black museum sites. The organization also holds fundraisers to raise awareness for diabetes, one of the leading causes of death in the African American community.
Campus Activities Board (CAB)
The Campus Activities Board is the primary programming board for the students at TU. CAB is responsible for selecting, contracting, promoting, and producing a variety of social and educational programs that meet the diverse needs of the student body. Past programs or events have included comedians, game shows, hypnotists, musicians, poets, and many more fun activities.
Class Caucuses
Four representatives from each class are selected in a campus-wide election. Members of class caucuses who are not elected representatives will be known as Senators. Each representative is responsible to be informed of campus activities and to be keenly aware of student opinion, especially in the opinion of his/her class. Each representative is specifically responsible for bringing matters of concern within his/her designated area to the attention of Student Government.
Circle-K
Circle-K International is a collegiate service organization with a worldwide membership that promotes fellowship, leadership, and service. Although a Kiwanis club sponsors each Circle K club, college and university students govern the organization on all levels.
Gay, Lesbian, and Straight Supporters (GLASS)
GLASS is dedicated to providing support and education regarding the gay, lesbian, and bi-sexual community at Tiffin University in a confidential, fun, and supportive environment. Members meet to support and educate each other as well as plan events for the campus.
H2O Campus Ministry
H2O is an Interdenominational Christian Fellowship that is open to all collegiate students. H2O provides students from all spiritual backgrounds an opportunity to begin or investigate their faith. Whether you are searching for spiritual answers or growing in your faith, H2O is here for you.
Kappa Kappa Psi
Kappa Kappa Psi strives to promote the existence and welfare of the university bands and to cultivate at a large wholesome respect for their activities and achievements. They honor outstanding band members through privilege of membership extended as a reward for technical achievement and appreciation for the best in music. The members of Kappa Kappa Psi believe that service to the university’s band program fosters responsibility, loyalty, and leadership; that a spirit of brother hood is enhanced by the participation in a band program; the music is a universal language and truly the greatest of the arts; and that through fraternal participation, each member will strive for the highest.
Martial Arts Club
The Martial Arts Club offers instruction in styles ranging from Shotokan to Kobudo to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and a number of other arts. It is truly a Mixed Martial Arts approach. Whether you are a beginner, an expert, or somewhere in between, you can gain knowledge and skill in the martial arts. This club is open to everyone who is interested in learning self-defense, self-discipline, and keeping in shape.
NightWatch
NightWatch is the student-led campus security team. They are responsible for securing buildings, escorting students and staff around campus, and patrolling the campus for unsafe conditions.
Omicrons
The Omicrons is TU's newest organization and will join the Greek Life system as a new fraternity at the end of the 2009-2010 academic year. The Omicrons focus on the spirit of brotherhood while celebrating individuality as well as helping local charities.
Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC)
The Student-Athlete Advisory Committee provides TU with insight on the student-athlete experience and offers input on the rules, regulations and polices that affect student-athletes' lives on Tiffin University's campus as a NCAA member.
Student Government
Student Government is the governing body for the students at Tiffin University and serves as a liasion between all students and the administration. As an organization, Student Government is a great source for students' opinions to be voiced, debated, and turned into action.
Winterguard
This organization is very similar to color guard. As a member of this group, one is expected to abide by the rules and regulations of Winter Guard International and the local circuit as long as the rules are set forth by the university.
World Student Association (WSA)
The World Student Association works to help foster cultural growth and diversity on campus by raising awarenss of international students' cultures, traditions and lifestyles. WSA activities include the International Flag Ceremony, the Annual International Dinner, the Moon Festival, and many others.
Greek Letter Organizations
There are five social Greek Letter Orgainzations on campus. Greek members enjoy the support system and the feeling of unity.
Alpha Iota Sorority
Alpha Iota sorority is an international business sorority that has chapters affiliated with leading schools and colleges across the United States. The sorority stresses the importance of scholarship, loyalty, and cooperation among all members. The Alphas are very focused on community service and have partnered with the Red Cross to hold two blood drives during the academic year. Along with these two blood drives, other traditional Alpha events are Bingo Nights and Cornhole Tournaments and supporting Autism Awareness.
Gamma Chi Alpha Sorority
Gamma Chi Alpha sorority is a group of unified, independent, strong, and goal-oriented women striving to support all its sisters, enhance the quality of life with the community, and partner to engage in spirited leading, learning, and lasting friendships. Traditional Gamma causes are Breat Cancer Awareness and the "Think Pink" Breast Cancer Awareness Gala, suicide prevention, and women's shelters
Omega Psi Rho Fraternity
Omega Psi Rho fraternity is the newest Greek organization on campus and was founded in 2005. The members of the fraternity believe that life is not merely about free spirit, but also about leadership, discipline, maturity and camaradering among peers, school, and community. With its spirit and camaraderi, the Rhos have already established several popular campus traditions including the wing eating contest, 3-on-3 basketball tournament and slam dunk contest, and supporting Aids Awareness.
Phi Theta Pi Fraternity
The Delta Beta Chapter of the Phi Theta Pi Fraternity is a group of men concerned with international business and commerce as well as encouraging scholarship, loyalty, and cooperation among the members. The Phi's believe that "fraternity life is not the enjoyment of special privileges but an opportunity to prepare for wide and wise human service." Traditions of the Phi's include the Super Bowl Party, OSU vs. Michigan party, pool tournaments, and work with the Humane Society.
Sigma Delta Sigma Sorority
Sigma Delta Sigma sorority is a local social sorority with strong ties to the community and was originally founded in 1987. The Deltas encourage individuality while still coming together as one unified sisterhood. Causes that the Deltas support include Depression Awareness, Take Back the Night, and the Gesundheit! Institute.
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