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Spring 2017
Alverno College
Student Group
Directory
If you have questions about events or would like to start a new organization, contact someone
in the Department of Student Activities & Leadership. There is also more information about
involvement opportunities in general on http://www.alverno.edu/campuslife/.
Brooke Wegner, Director of Student Activities & Leadership Office: FO 110A Phone: 414.382.6317 Email: [email protected]
Student Organization Office
Office: FO 110 Phone: 414.382.6869
Tom Bottoms, Assistant Director of Student Activities & Leadership Office: FO 112A Phone: 414.382.6459 Email: [email protected] Student Activities Board Office: FO 112 Email: [email protected] or [email protected] Like us on Facebook! www.facebook.AlvernoStuActivities
Stop by the main office, FO 110, and someone will be able to help you!
Getting involved at Alverno is easy. Check out the 30+ student organizations, and leadership
positions Alverno has to offer and get involved TODAY! Joining a student organization is a
great way to network, build your résumé, and make friends.
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Alverno College Music Therapy Students
Contacts: Mara Alvarez, [email protected]
Advisor: Leslie Henry, 414-382-6135, [email protected]
The Alverno music therapy club is a member of the American Music Therapy Student Association (AMTAS),
the profession’s national organization. One of the club’s goals is to continually spread awareness of music
therapy as a profession. The club participates in campus events, in addition to performing occasionally at
events throughout the community. The club also plans fundraisers each year in an attempt to defray costs
and encourage members to attend music therapy conferences at both the regional and the national level.
Alverno College Student Nurses Association (ACSNA)
Contact: Angela Paddock, [email protected]
Advisor: Stephanie Bruce, 414-382-6163, [email protected]
ACSNA promotes unity among nursing students at Alverno College through complementary learning and
social activities. ACSNA is a chapter of the Wisconsin Student Nurses Association and the National Student
Nurses Association and promotes professional, organizational commitment to further the development of
the nursing profession.
The following are sister groups of ACSNA and offer additional support, guidance, and resources to nursing
students. In addition, all three sister groups reach out and volunteer in their various communities to help
educate people on creating and maintaining healthy, active lifestyles.
Alverno Asian Student Nurses Association (AASNA)
Contact: To Be Determined
Advisor: Stephanie Bruce, 414-382-6163, [email protected]
Black Student Nurses Association (BSNA)
Contact: To Be Determined
Advisor: Shanita Washington, 414-382-3825, [email protected]
Hispanic Nurses of Alverno (HNA) Visit facebook.com/Hispanic.Nurses.Alverno for details.
Contact: Tania Trbojevich, [email protected]
Advisor: Stephanie Bruce, 414-382-6193, [email protected]
Academic and Professional Groups
Alverno Women in Business (AWIB)
Contact: To Be Determined
Advisor: Linda Olszewski, 414-382– 6292, [email protected]
AWIB provides opportunities to young business women to ensure that they have proper direction and positive reinforcement in which to succeed within the world of business. This includes: networking, mentoring, resume/ LinkedIn help, motivational speakers, helpful success tips, interview practice and a network of women to boost one another up instead of tearing each other down.
Artourage
Contact: Keziah Bland, [email protected]
Advisor: Kate Weishaar, 414-382-6146, [email protected]
Artourage is a group for people who want to learn more about visual art. You do not need to be an Art
Major to join! Artourage assists students in selling their work through Art Cart, fundraises to help local
charities, and holds workshops throughout the year to help members and the Alverno community learn new
art techniques. Artourage helps women to create themselves as human beings, artists, and
professionals.
The F-Word
Contacts: Kiya White, [email protected]
Kristen Bulanek, [email protected]
Advisor: Amy Shapiro, 414-382-6226, [email protected]
The F-Word is a student organization ready to gather Women & Gender studies majors, along with anyone
else on campus interested in discussion events, personal stories, and other related issues women are con-
fronted with. We are dedicated to helping support events on campus, in the community, as well as hosting
our own events. [The ‘F’ refers to the word feminism]
Global Studies Club
Contact: Cynthia Montero, [email protected]
Cecilia Castro, [email protected]
Advisor: David Brooker, 414-382-6415, [email protected]
The Global Studies Club is a social, professional, and academic organization for Global Studies majors/minors,
and those who are globally minded to explore and understand other cultures, raise awareness, network with
peers, and make a difference at Alverno, in society or abroad.
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Academic and Professional Groups
HPGM Student Chapter
Contacts: JoAnna Bautch, [email protected]
Barbara Cerda, [email protected]
Advisor: Sue Leister, 414-382-6019, [email protected]
The Hispanic Professionals of Greater Milwaukee (HPGM) Student Chapter will provide tools and opportuni-
ties to help Hispanic college students secure a professional internship and build their résumé. Through
workshops, self-assessment, and networking, students will more clearly define their academic and
professional goals.
Pre-Professional Women of Alverno (PPWA)
Contact: Sarah Bruening, [email protected]
Advisor: Angela Frey, 414-382-6206, [email protected]
PPWA provides a networking opportunity for pre-health and science students. This is accomplished through
guest speakers, volunteer experiences, workshops, and library resources. Members will actively expand the
knowledge necessary for members to successfully accomplish their goals.
Psi Chi
Advisor: Mikelene Ray, 414-382-6367, [email protected]
Psi Chi is an international 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.
Psych Forum
Contact: Jordan Norenberg, [email protected]
Jennifer Larsen, [email protected]
Advisor: Brenda Kilpatrick, 414-382-6391, [email protected]
The mission of Psych Forum is to increase student involvement in the mental health community, as well as
explore the vast field of Psychology. All undergraduate students are welcome.
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Academic and Professional Groups
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Guide book
5 Pieces of advice for making the most of your
College Career
1 Get Involved
2 Use your resources
3 Try new things
4 5 Practice wellness
Build a network…
Black Student Alliance
Contact: Dailen Harris, [email protected]
Advisors: Adekola Adedapo, 414-382-6022, [email protected]
Mary Staten, 414-382-3722, [email protected]
The mission of Black Student Alliance is to promote diversity by reaching out and volunteering in the
community, mentoring younger students, interacting socially with other colleges and universities, and
creating a unified sisterhood while demonstrating leadership skills.
CHICA
Contact: Alma Lopez, [email protected]
Advisor: Susana Perez, 414-382-6152, [email protected]
CHICA is focused on promoting language, diversity, and culture of Latinos through campus programming and
service. CHICA is also committed to development of our members by providing leadership opportunities
throughout the year related to cultural, intellectual, service, and social growth. This organization is open to all
individuals interested in developing greater cultural awareness. CHICA can help you experience customs, rich
history of the Hispanic culture, opportunities to develop Spanish-speaking skills, and experience the Milwau-
kee Latino Community through service.
Multi-Cultural Women of Alverno (MCWA)
Contact: Kalimah Al-Mujaahid, [email protected]
Advisor: Beth Monhollen, 414-382-6348, [email protected]
The purpose of MCWA is to build and maintain the confidence of women at Alverno. The group will allow
women to socialize and gain special experiences with one another throughout different cultures, talents,
interests and love.
Women of Asian Ethnicity (WAE)
Contact: Pa Ying Lee, [email protected]
Advisor: Vasana Her, 414-382-6398, [email protected]
WAE creates an opportunity for students to discuss and explore Asian culture, food, customs, and history.
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Multicultural Groups
Alverno Cru
Contacts: Margaret Bond, [email protected]
Emily Hampson, [email protected]
Emerald Summers, [email protected]
Advisor: Denni Kraus, 414-382-
Alverno Cru is an interdenominational, student, Christian organization seeking to provide spiritual environ-
ments for students. Cru exists to provide regular opportunities to study and discuss the Bible, worship, and
pray, all in a group setting, which also provides opportunities for fellowship, encouragement and spiritual
development among members.
Alverno Wellness Club
Contact: Adelaide Ralston, [email protected]
Advisor: Martha Johnson, 414-382-6033, [email protected]
The mission of the Alverno Wellness Club is to encourage wellness in all every person and to inform them of
effective methods by which to live a wellness focused lifestyle.
Blaze Yearbook Club
Contact: Ashely Carlos, [email protected]
Advisor: Stephen Dunn, 414-382-6462, [email protected]
The purpose of the Blaze Yearbook Club is to record and photograph the spirit of the Alverno community. In
addition to, creating and managing photos of students and events in order to produce a yearbook for the
Alverno Community.
Circle K International
Contact: Michala Wright, [email protected]
Advisor: Marie Schoeppach, 414-382-6034, [email protected]
Circle K is a group of individuals dedicated to serving the campus and community. Circle K is an international
organization that is based on service, leadership, and fellowship. Members are provided with opportunities to
do various service projects, gain leadership skills, and get to know others both in our club and others clubs in
area colleges and universities.
Creative Writers at Alverno
Contact: Abigail Springsteen, [email protected]
Advisor: Carole Barrowman, 414-382-6228, [email protected]
This organization will be a safe, judgment-free zone for writers of all genres.
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Special Interest
Gay-Straight Alliance
Contact: Rebekah Salonen, [email protected]
Advisor: Lindsey Harness, 414-382-6412, [email protected]
GSA is committed to providing a safe and welcoming community for Alverno’s LGBTQ students and allies, as
well as increasing awareness, understanding, and service to the Alverno and Milwaukee communities.
Love Your Melon Campus Crew
Contact: Elham Al Nather, [email protected]
Advisors: Kate Tisch, 414-382-6036, [email protected]
Lisa Degan, 414-382-6028, [email protected]
Love Your Melon is an apparel brand dedicated to giving a hat to every child battling cancer in America as well
as supporting nonprofit organizations who lead the fight against pediatric cancer. Alverno’s Campus Crew is
determined to improve the lives of children battling cancer.
Mission Diversity
Contact: Natalya Gunn-Turki, [email protected]
Advisor: Rachel Haos, 414-382-6006, [email protected]
Mission Diversity is dedicated to enriching lives by bringing diverse individuals together. We aim to strength-
en social interaction and communication skills at the same time as developing a global perspective. Mission
Diversity helps open minds, build relationships, and further educate one another about the importance of
building bridges that extend far beyond Alverno’s campus.
Not So Starving Artists
Contacts: Cecilia Castro, [email protected]
Ashley Acker, [email protected]
Advisor: Lynda Sommers, 414-382-6142, [email protected]
Not So Starving Artists is focused on supporting students who seek self-employment in the arts. Our mission
is to provide educational resources to help aspiring artists to gain the entrepreneurial knowledge and skills
needed to establish and maintain a career as an independent artist.
R.A.I.S.E.
Contact: MacKenzie Beirl, [email protected]
Advisor: Michele Burnie, 414-382-6147, [email protected]
The mission of RAISE is to inform the community about the struggles of individuals in our city who are less
fortunate. Our organization strives to reduce the hardships of those in need. We seek to raise awareness and
inspire others to become involved and to give service in even the smallest of ways. Together we
empower and give back by recognizing that even with small gestures of kindness, together, we can make a
profound difference in the lives of others.
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Special Interest
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Team Green
Contacts: Miranda Halser, [email protected]
Melissa Rojas, [email protected]
Advisor: Jennifer Johanson, 414-382-6365, [email protected]
Team Green is dedicated to a clean environment on and off campus. Team Green provides volunteer and
educational experiences for members, as well as within the community to support this mission.
Alverno College Ambassadors
Contact: Department of Admissions, 414-382-6100, FO 133
Ambassadors are student representatives of Alverno that work with potential students during the recruitment
process, mainly by giving tours of the Alverno campus. They participate in functions such as campus tours,
individual overnight visits, Orientation, Open House, Preview Days, and Private College Week. Alverno
Ambassadors create opportunities for students to show Alverno spirit and meet new people!
Alumnae In Training
Contact: Kim Muench, 414-382-6091, [email protected]
Alumnae in Training is dedicated to creating meaningful and fun connections between students and Alverno
alumnae. Activities include Homecoming, on and off campus events, and connecting donors with students.
Alverno Student Government (ASG)
Contact: [email protected]
Advisor: Tom Bottoms, 414-382-6459, [email protected]
Alverno Student Government consists of dedicated students committed to student representation at Alverno
College. The mission of ASG is to serve as the official voice of students on campus; representing the rights,
welfare and interests (academic, cultural, social, and physical) of the campus student body to the administra-
tion. All students are welcome to become a part of this group!
Campus Ministry Student Staff
Contact: Connie Popp, 414-382-6352, [email protected]
Campus Ministry believes that everyone’s “spirit” is on a journey. To facilitate that journey, Campus Ministry
offers personal affirmation and resources to a diversity of traditions and beliefs. All are welcome and invited
to add their unique gift to the creation of a Spiritual Place at Alverno.
Leadership Positions
Special Interest
Community Advisors (CAs)
Contact: [email protected]
Community Advisors serve as resources, peer counselors, and program planners in Austin and Clare Halls.
They are dedicated to creating a safe and welcoming space for residents. CAs create community and fun on
campus by developing and implementing programs. They are hired in the spring through an extensive
hiring process and need to have lived in the hall for at least one year or articulate life experiences sufficient to
waive the requirement.
Peer Leaders
Contact: Jennifer Slawny, 414-382-6115, [email protected]
Students are encouraged to become Peer Leaders to assist with orientation events and the First Semester
Seminar course for new students. Peer Leaders is a paid student worker position, and a great opportunity to
connect with incoming students.
Student Activities Board
Contact: Tom Bottoms, 414-382-6459, [email protected]
The Student Activities Board (SAB) creates and implements programs that meet student needs and interests.
SAB offers a wide variety of fun programs (on and off campus), leadership opportunities, networking with
other Colleges, and opportunities to HAVE FUN! This is a paid student worker position. Join us on Facebook!
These organizations are city-wide chapters and are considered external to the College. Alverno College does
not allow sororities to colonize on campus. However, these organizations can hold meetings on campus and
recruit new members through the Student Involvement Fair or other tabling events in the Commons Lobby.
For more information on a specific sorority, please email the contact listed below.
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
Contact: Clara Keal, [email protected]
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Contact: Emerald Summers, [email protected]
Gamma Alpha Omega Sorority, Inc.
Contact: Teena Burnett, [email protected]
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.
Contact: Tamika Boone, [email protected] 10
Leadership Positions
Greek Life @ Alverno
Review the on-line Request to Organize form at
http://www.alverno.edu/campuslife/studentactivitiesleadership/studentorganizations/
You’ll need to identify a group name, mission/constitution, advisor, and beginning members of the
organization. If you need help, email [email protected] or stop by FO 110!
Fill out and submit the Request to Organize form
Meet with the Director of Student Activities & Leadership and begin running your organization!
Starting a New Organization
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Volunteer Opportunities
How are YOU making a difference in the world?
These groups were recently active, but are in need of new leadership! If you’re interested in re-activating one
of these groups, please email [email protected]
Active Minds at Alverno College
Active Minds works to utilize the student voice to change the conversation about mental health on college
campuses, increase students’ awareness of mental health issues, provide information and resources, and
encourage students to seek help as soon as it is needed.
Alverno College Loves Animals (ACLA)
The purpose of Alverno College Loves Animals is to educate the community about the treatment of animals.
The organization focuses on fundraising for various human groups, volunteering at local animal shelters, and
educating people about animal rights.
Club Clio
Club Clio (named after the Greek goddess of history) is an organization focused on building awareness of
historical issues and the preservation of important historical landmarks. Club Clio activities include field trips
to the Milwaukee Public Museum, watching and discussing historical movies, documentaries, fictional
movies based on real events, etc. and inviting various historians to speak on campus.
Muslim Women of Alverno (MSA)
MSA creates an opportunity for students to discuss and explore Muslim culture, customs and history.
Political Groups
Interested in politics or creating change? Re-activate Alverno College Democrats or Republicans, or contact
us about starting a new political organization on campus.
Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)
SHRM is part of the international Society for Human Resource Management, www.shrm.org, the world’s
largest association devoted to human resource management. The purpose of SHRM is to acquaint students
considering a future in business and HR management, to keep students up-to-date on new developments,
and to provide learning and networking opportunities through interaction with HR practitioners.
Re-activating an Existing Organization
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This year the Division of Student Affairs is encouraging all of us in the Alverno community to think
about how we give back and pay it forward.
How do you practice Effective Citizenship on a daily basis?
Are you doing everything you can to make the world a better place?
How are YOU
making a difference in
the world?
Questions? Email [email protected]
What is The BIG Give?
This is a campaign to build awareness about volunteerism and service to others. We are challenging
students, faculty, and staff to find new ways to pay it forward. From Tuesday, October 4, 2016
through Sunday, April 30, 2017 Alverno invites you to participate in The BIG Give.
Why start on October 4?
This is the day of the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi. Alverno was founded by the School
Sisters of St. Francis, and as a Franciscan college we have a long history of service to others.
Why end on April 30?
April 2017 marks the 130th
anniversary of Alverno College, and the last weekend in April
is the inauguration weekend for Alverno’s 8th president, Sister Andrea Lee. Let’s celebrate
Alverno’s 130th birthday by celebrating our commitment to service and effective citizenship!
How do you participate?
Alverno has been “paying it forward” and educating students for 130 years, so we’re providing 130
ways for the community to honor this legacy and “pay it forward” as well. Pick up the list in Student
Activities & Leadership (FO 110) today!
SAVE THE DATE
Wednesday, Apr. 26 – Big Give Finale and 130th Birthday Celebration
More info coming soon!
