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East Stroudsburg University
University Center
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
(570) 422-3291
(570) 422-3420 (Fax)

Director
University Center & Student Activities

John Robinson
jrobinson@po-box.esu.edu
(570) 422-3607


Associate Director
Student Activities

Christopher Bello
cbello@po-box.esu.edu
(570) 422-3055


Office Hours:
Monday - Friday
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

 

Student organizations at East Stroudsburg University serve to complement the academic mission of the institution. These organizations strive to enhance the overall collegiate experience of students through the development of, and participation in social, cultural, multicultural, recreational, and community service programs. Student organization involvement offers unlimited opportunities for leadership development and self expression. All students are strongly encouraged to become as actively involved in one or more student groups of their choice as their time and interest permit. There are approximately 112 organizations and activities recognized by the Student Senate. Of these approximately 50 are funded by the Student Activity Association. The scope of these organizations varies widely and truly offers something for everyone.

Listed below are student organizations currently registered at ESU. Look it over to find the one that's right for YOU! To find out how to start a new organization, give the Office of the University Center & Campus Activities a call at 570-422-3291 or e-mail getinvolved@esu.edu.

Make the most of your college experience by getting involved!

Academic/Career Oriented
Art Association [-]
The Art Association provides cultural enrichment for students, campus and the community. Students organize, plan and develop cultural projects for the campus community.
Faculty Adviser Professor Miharu Lane, (570) 422-3728.
Association for Elementary Education [-]
The Association for Elementary Education is open to all early childhood and elementary education majors. The club is designed to help students meet and talk with other elementary education majors, as well as to provide experience working with children in the community. Its aim is to further interest in the areas of early childhood and elementary education.
Faculty Adviser Professor Craig A. Wilson, (570) 422-3357.
Athletic Training Club [-]
The Athletic Training Club provides aspiring professionals with a better working knowledge of athletic training by sharing ideas and experiences through field trips, lectures and selected group activities.
Faculty Adviser Professor Keith Vanic, (570) 422-3314.
American Institute of Biological Sciences (Biology Club) [-]
The Biology Club is here for students that care about biology and the environment. Students are introduced to the world of biology by going on trips with opportunities to visit different ecosystems to help build community among life science students. Also, we aim to show students about careers available biology majors.
Faculty adviser Professor Tracy Whitford, (570) 422-3713
Biotechnology Club [-]
This club strives to expand knowledge on current techniques and inform the community of currently available abilities that the biomedical and biotechnology fields have to offer.
Faculty Adviser Professor Abdalla Aldras, (570) 422-3704
Chemistry Club [-]
The club is open to majors and those students who are interested in the field of chemistry. Its purpose is to create greater interest and exploration in topics related to chemicals science.
Professor Michelle T.Jones-Wilson, (570) 422-3703.
Clinical Exercise Physiology (CEP) Club [-]
This organization promotes interest in CEP (formally CRES), creates a network between past, present, and future CEP graduate students in gaining a better knowledge of cardiac rehabilitation by sharing ideas and experience through field trips, lectures and selected group activities.
Faculty Adviser Professor Don Cummings, (570) 422-3742.
Computer Security Organization [-]
The organization works to promote education, awareness and training of computer and and information security related issues.
Faculty adviser: Professor N. Paul Schembari, (570) 422-3661.
Council For Exceptional Children [-]
The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) is a professional organization dedicated to the advancement of children and adults with exceptionalities. CEC members volunteer their services in helping area residents with disabilities.
Faculty Advisers Professors Diane Cavanaugh, (570) 422-3764 and Gina Scala, (570) 422-3781.
Economics/Management Club [-]
The Economics/Management Club is open to economics majors and others interested in economics. It promotes the understanding of economics through closer interchange between students and faculty; guest speakers; and visits to conferences, seminars, Wall Street and the Stock Exchange.
Faculty Adviser Professor Richard M Nyamwange, (570) 422-3404.
English Club/Calliope (Literary Magazine) [-]
The club is an academic and social organization for English and English Education majors. It sponsors a lecture series, readings, trips, recognition receptions and coordinates activities with sigma Tau Delta, international English honor society. The club also publishes an annual literary magazine.
Faculty adviser Professor Rick Madigan, (570) 422-3382 or go to www.esu.edu/calliope.
Euclid's Elements [-]
Euclid's Elements is ESU's Mathematics Club. This is an academic and social club consisting of students interested in math. The club sponsors luncheon parties, video viewings related to math, and attendance at professional conferences. The club is also involved with the Monroe County Math Fair - an annual event promoting mathematics for students from kindergarten to high school. Future plans include taking field trips to places of mathematical problem-solving group.
Faculty Adviser Professor Deborah Prince, (570) 422-3442.
European Studies Club [-]
The club meets to talk about the European Union and bring speakers to campus on this part of the world.
Faculty Adviser Professor Johan Eliasson, (570) 422-3250.
Exercise Science Club [-]
This club was designed by the students in the Exercise physiology Discipline in the School of Movement Studies and Exercise Science. The club offers special experiences to students through guest speakers, laboratory research projects and tours of industrial fitness centers. Club members may get involved in activities like designing fitness programs for local fitness centers and/or testing ad evaluating varsity athletic teams. Dedicated faculty and interested students have helped create almost unlimited practical experiences through the club.
Faculty Adviser Professor Gregory B. Dwyer, (570) 422-3103.
Health & Physical Education Majors Club [-]
This organization educates students on health and health-related issues and concerns. It also establishes a link with other community organizations in health and health-related fields and helps students prepare for their careers.
Faculty adviser Professor Caroline Kuchinski, (570) 422-3104.
Hotel Restaurant Club [-]
The club promotes careers in the hotel restaurant industry.
Faculty adviser Professor Robert McMullin, (570) 422-3290.
Hotel Restaurant and Tourism Management Marketing Club [-]
The Hotel Sales and Marketing Association is an international, professional organization designed to increase professionalism among sales and marketing people in the hospitality industry. Activities include sales blitzes, visits to hotel properties, attendance at HSMA area meetings and seminars. Students' benefit from interaction with marketing professionals from various types of hospitality organizations.
Faculty adviser Professor Carol Miller, (570) 422-3685.
Marine Science Club [-]
The Marine Science Club is open to all students interested in the marine environment. The club participates in various fun and educational activities, which include educational movie nights, setting up and maintaining marine tanks, taking whale-watching trips, visiting aquariums, and spending breaks snorkeling, swimming, and absorbing marine surroundings. The club meets every Tuesday at 10:30 AM in the Kurtz Lecture Hall 122 in the Moore Biology Building.
Faculty adviser Professor James Hunt, (570) 422-3715.
National Student Speech Language Hearing Association (NSSLHA) [-]
Membership in this local chapter is open to students majoring in speech, language and hearing pathology.
Faculty adviser Professor Jane B. Page, (570) 422-3684.
Pre-Law Society [-]
The Pre-Law Society meets to discuss matters pertaining to law school as well as events on campus and in the community.
Faculty adviser Professor Kenneth Mash, (570) 422-3273.
Pre-Med Club [-]
This organization supports and guides incoming all pre-medical students, including pre-veterinary, pre osteopathic, pre-podiatric, pre-dental, pre-optometric, and pre-chiropractic students, and introduces students to the professional medical fields.
Faculty adviser Professor John S. Smith, (570) 422-3717.
Psychology Association [-]
This organization is for students who have a special interest in the fields of psychology. The association gives students the opportunity to broaden their educational experience in psychology through individual and group research and field trips. All students enrolled in a psychology curriculum or concentration, as well as other interested students are invited to join.
Faculty Adviser Professor Joseph Miele, (570) 422-3345.
Recreation Majors Club [-]
ESU students seeking a Bachelor of Science Degree in recreation and leisure services management and planning a career in the recreation field are eligible for membership in this organization. The club maintains close ties with the Resort and commercial Recreation Association, the Pennsylvania Recreation and Park Society and the National Recreation and Park Association. Activities include field trips to a variety of recreational enterprises, workshops, and trips to professional conferences.
Faculty adviser professor Angela Vauter, (570) 422-3571.
Rehabilitative Services Student Organization [-]
The organization works to provide education to the campus and community regarding rehabilitation services and services to people with disabilities.
Faculty adviser Professor Daniel Steere, (570) 422-3001.
Sociology Club [-]
The Sociology Club members come together based on interest in and a desire to promote the field of sociology. They strive to do this by maintaining awareness in current events; providing information on schools with graduate degree programs in the field of sociology, make students aware of varying types of funding available to Sociology majors, and most especially by organizing activities of interest to the members of the Sociology Club, to include but not limited to speakers, films, field trips and social programs. The club does social service annually addressing the needs of less advantaged and promotes equality through programs addressing diversity and social problems. The club members also have fun. It is not required that members be Sociology majors, come join us.
Sport Management Club [-]
The Sport Management Club convenes sport management graduate students to exchange ideas, promote management, advance the professional interests of its members, and foster a closer relationship among its members and with other campus groups.
Faculty adviser Professor Robert Fleischman, (570) 422-3316.
Student Nurses' Association (SNA) [-]
Students enrolled in the Nursing Program are encouraged to become active members of the Student Nurses Association. The SNA is involved in many community and health-based projects, and is structured to be a helping network for all those involved through various social activities. Students can also become involved at the state and national levels. The organization helps students learn leadership skills and introduces them to a fulfilling nursing career.
Faculty advisers Professors Janet Primrose, (570) 422-3576 and Professor Diane Haleem, (570) 422-3862.
Student Pennsylvania State Education Association (PSEA) [-]
The ESU chapter is a student branch or the Pennsylvania Education Association and National Education Association. Membership includes liability protection, professional journals and other benefits. Field trips, speakers and meetings provide professional background information for students interested in the teaching profession.
Faculty adviser Professor Margot W. Vagliardo, (570) 422-3858.
Performing Arts
Contemporary Dancers [-]
The Contemporary Dancers give students an opportunity to participate in dance as a creative, artistic expression. It is open to all students interested in contemporary dance technique and choreography. Student dancers participate in productions for the University community and various educational, civic and service organizations.

This 16-20-member performing dance ensemble is comprised of talented participants who perform a variety of dance genres, including ballet, modern, jazz, and tap, in productions in the fall and spring. The credit-bearing course, MSES/FIT 315 Dance Performance & Production consists of performance, choreography and production work involved with dance as a performing art. Work in performance and technical areas is included.
Faculty Advisor Dr. Elizabeth Gibbons, (570) 422-3331.
ESU Dance Team [-]
The purpose of the team is to provide entertainment and school spirit through dance at athletic and special events. The Dance Team performs at basketball games during the time outs and half time. When they are not dancing, they cheer on the ESU athletes.
Faculty Advisor Professor Kitty Culnane, (570) 422-3761.
Stage II [-]
Stage II is a dramatic club for those interested in all phases of the theater. The club has both a social and technical purpose and joins with Alpha Psi Omega to produce plays, attend Broadway productions and encourage dramatic art both on and off campus.
Faculty Advisor Professor Stephanie French, (570) 422-3790.
University Bands University/Community Concert Band [-]
This band is open to All University and community instrumentalists with previous experience in high school and/or university bands. This group will be exposed to standard concert band literature, marches, musical show selections, and pop music. Emphasis will be on developing musicianship, especially tone, blend, balance, intonation, rhythmic accuracy, and sight-reading. Each semester this 85 member ensemble performs a formal campus concert and at commencement exercises. The group's director may schedule additional public performances. The University Bands organization is one of the most active student organizations on the East Stroudsburg University campus. Students may choose from a wide variety of performing ensembles, most of which are offered for academic credit toward graduation. Students work closely with the faculty advisor/director to prepare several performances on and off campus each academic year.
Faculty Advisor Dr. Gregg Thaller, (570) 422-3172.
University Jazz Ensemble [-]
This group consists of the following instrumental sections: saxophone, trumpet, trombone, and rhythm. The music rehearsed reflects a wide variety of jazz styles with emphasis on the development of good ensemble techniques, rhythmic accuracy, tonal balance, intonation improvisation and sight reading skills. The group's director may schedule public performances. Academic credit may be arranged with the permission of the instructor. The University Jazz Ensemble has performed at major university jazz festivals in eleven states and Canada. They have also performed on campus with over a dozen famous, world-class soloists.
Faculty Advisor Dr. Gregg Thaller, (570) 422-3172.
Concert Choir [-]
Concert Choir is open to all ESU students, faculty/staff, and community members. No audition is required. The 60-voice ensemble performs a wide range of music, including large-scale masterpieces with orchestra - recent performances include Vivaldi's Gloria, John Rutter's Requiem, and Handel's Messiah. The group performs in concert every semester and at campus events such as the Holiday Tree Lighting. Concert Choir rehearses Tuesdays 7:15-9:15 pm. Academic credit may be earned for participation.
Faculty Advisor Dr. James Maroney, (570) 422-3258.
Pop/Jazz Singers [-]
Selected from members of Concert Choir, Pop/Jazz Singers is an auditioned group of sixteen singers and three-piece rhythm section specializing in jazz and pop music. In addition to performances on campus every semester, they perform for numerous functions in the community, as well as touring every spring with A Cappella Ensemble (see below). Recent tours have included Washington DC, Toronto, and Boston, in addition to a performance tour of Austria and Italy in May 2005. Pop/Jazz Singers rehearses Wednesdays 2:00-4:00 pm. Academic credit may be earned for participation.
Faculty Advisor Dr. James Maroney, (570) 422-3258.
A Cappella Ensemble [-]
Selected from members of Concert Choir, A Cappella Ensemble is an auditioned group of 18-22 singers specializing in unaccompanied classical masterpieces. In addition to performances on campus every semester, they perform for numerous functions in the community, as well as touring every spring with Pop/Jazz Singers (see above). Recent tours have included Washington DC, Toronto, and Boston, in addition to a performance tour of Austria and Italy in May 2005. A Cappella Ensemble rehearses Tuesdays 5:40-6:55 pm. Academic credit may be earned for participation.
Faculty Advisor Dr. James Maroney, (570) 422-3258.
University Pep Band [-]
The band is offered during football season and performs in the stands on Saturday afternoons as catalysts for spectator enthusiasm and spirit. This group performs many types of music including Top 40, rock & roll, Latin, Dixieland, marches, and spirit songs at home football games, and at the Holiday Tree/Menorah lighting ceremony. This 35-member band is as active, fun-loving, quality musical service group; it is not offered for credit.
Faculty Advisor Dr. Gregg Thaller, (570) 422-3172.
University Brass Ensemble [-]
This credit-bearing course consists of an instrumental ensemble composed of instruments of the brass family. The course is offered as proper instrumentation warrants. Public performances may be scheduled by the group's director. This 12-15 member ensemble meets in the spring semester only.
Faculty Advisor Dr. Gregg Thaller, (570) 422-3172.
Governing Body
Student Senate [-]
To promote the general welfare of the students of the university; To constitute a medium for expressing student opinion on matters of general interest; To provide experience for its members in leadership and the practice of democratic government; To charter and oversee university student organizations; To administer the allocation of Student Activity funds; and to perform any duty necessary in the accomplishment of the above stated purposes.
Faculty Advisor John Robinson, (570) 422-3607.
Panhellenic Council [-]
Inter Fraternity Council [-]
Hall Councils [-]
Each residence hall has a Hall Council which functions under the auspices of the Residence Hall Association. The Hall Council is a representative body of the students who reside in each of the residence halls. The Council endeavors to promote a congenial cultural, intellectual, and social life within its respective building by planning various educational, social and community service programs during the year. Each Hall Council takes an active part in representing the student's point of view in matters concerning the improvement of service, building maintenance, and student life in the residence hall. The establishment of a mature and responsible intellectual environment is the goal of the Council.
Sports/Recreation Clubs
Equestrian Team [-]
The Equestrian Team allows students to compete against other member universities of the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association. Prior experience with horses is requested. However, students are able to compete at all levels, beginner through advanced. Competitive members must take lessons each week in able to show for the fall and spring semester. Horses are provided for lessons and shows. Current team members can be contacted at esuequestrianteam@yahoo.com. For more information, contact Coach Pat Speziale at (570) 629-4001 or the Faculty Advisor Cindy Chardiet-Vojnovic, Supervisor of the Graphics Center, 2nd floor University Center, (570) 422-3376.
Gymnastics Club [-]
The club promotes physical fitness through the sport of gymnastics.
Faculty Advisor Madeline Constantine, (570) 422-3334.
Ice Hockey Club [-]
The ESU Ice Hockey Club has displayed large growth and development in recent years. Competing in the Delaware Valley Conference Home Rink at The Lehigh Valley Ice Rink, the club offers the opportunity to participate in and enjoy ice hockey. For more information contact Barb Babus (570) 422-3749.
Martial Arts Club [-]
The Martial Arts Club is for individuals who are interested in learning self defense through Jujitsu and Judo, working together in harmony to foster these arts. In addition, students can learn forms and sparring. Beginners and advanced practioners are welcome.
Faculty Advisor Professor Paul Wilson, (570) 422-3212.
Men's Lacrosse Club [-]
The Men's Lacrosse Club competes with other university clubs and teams in the area. Some equipment is provided, as well as some funding for travel. The mini-fall season helps to develop needed skills, even for the beginner, in preparation for the full spring season. The club competes in the National College Lacrosse League. For information, contact Faculty Advisor Professor Robert Schramn, (570) 422-3354.
Men's Rugby Football Club [-]
The game of rugby was invented well over a century ago at Rugby College of England, when a soccer player picked up the ball and ran with it. Soon, "Rugby Football" was played around Europe and later the world. The ESU Rugby Club was founded in the spring of 1985. The team competes in both fall and spring semesters, and is a member of the Eastern Pennsylvania Rugby Uion. The club is 50 members strong and growing each semester. For more information, contact Faculty Advisor Patrick Monaghan, (570) 422-3729.
Ultimate Frisbee Club [-]
Ultimate Frisbee, a fairly new sport, was invented in 1968 in Maplewood, NJ, by high school students playing in a parking lot. The sport is now played across the United States and in many other nations of the world. The ESU Ultimate Frisbee Club competes in the fall and spring semesters, and is a member of the Mid-Atlantic Section which currently has 126 teams, (43 of them are collegiate teams). The team travels throughout the east cost competing in various tournaments with such schools as Penn State, Bucknell, Lehigh, Lafayette, University of Pennsylvania, Rutgers and many others. For more information contact Faculty Advisor Professor John Kenneth Elwood, (570) 422-3408.
Women's Rugby Football Club [-]
For more information, contact Faculty Advisor Madeline Constantine, (570) 422-3334.
Social Greeks
Fraternities
Delta Chi [-]
Kappa Delta Rho [-]
Phi Sigma Kappa [-]
Theta Chi

Sororities
Alpha Omicron Pi
Alpha Sigma Tau
Lamda Iota [-]
Sigma Sigma Sigma [-]

Honoraries
Alpha Psi Omega (Iota Omicron) [-]
Alpha Psi Omega is an honorary national dramatic fraternity for those students who achieve a high standard of work in dramatics. To be eligible for membership, students must have satisfactory scholarship and meet the requirements of both the national constitution and the local chapter.
Chi Alpha Epsilon (Act 101) [-]
This organization promotes a continuation of high academic standards, fosters increased communication among its members and honors academic excellence for those students admitted to college via developmental programs.
Faculty Advisor Professor Neal Simpson, (570) 422-3508.
Delta Alpha Pi (Disablity Services) [-]
Eta Sigma Delta (Hospitality Management) [-]
Eta Sigma Delta is an international society that recognizes exceptional academic achievement among hospitality and tourism students at the baccalaureate level.
Faculty Advisor Professor Carol Miller, (570) 422-3685.
Gamma Xi (Health Science) [-]
Gamma Xi furthers the professional competence and dedication of the individual members in the health science/health education discipline.
Faculty Advisor Professor Kathleen Hillman, (570) 422-3727.
Iota Iota Iota (Women Studies) [-]
The Delta chapter of Iota Iota Iota at ESU recognizes students for scholarship in the area of Women's Studies and for the dedication to social activism.
Faculty Advisor Professor Mollie Whalen, (570) 422-3472.
Kappa Delta Pi (Education) [-]
Kappa Delta Pi, a national honor society, is the highest honor society in education on the campus of East Stroudsburg University. Membership is by invitation to junior and seniors in the teacher education curricula who have attained a quality point average of 3.2 or higher, have completed a minimum of sixty-two hours of work at this University and ho exhibit commendable personal qualities and worthy educational ideals. Kappa Delta Pi endeavors to maintain a higher degree of professional fellowship among its members and to quicken professional growth by honoring achievement in educational work.
Faculty Advisor Professor Pamela Kramer, (570) 422-3364.
Lambda Pi Eta (Communication) [-]
This honorary recognizes outstanding scholastic achievement in communication. It works to stimulate interest in communication, encourage professional development, exchange ideas, maintain close relationships between faculty and students, and explore options for further graduate education.
Faculty Advisor Dr. Cynthia Cooper, (570) 422-3697.
Moses Society [-]
The Moses Society, an honorary for resident advisors, was formed on January 22, 2,000, to instill a sense of pride and tradition to the Resident Advisor Program at ESU. This honorary reflects the commitment, hard work and dedication of the resident advisors to the Residence Life Program. The society conducts community service projects and plans programs and events for its members. To qualify for membership, one must be a resident adviser in good standing with the department and the University. For information, contact Matt Kravetsky, (570) 422-3620.
National Residence Hall Honorary [-]
The National Residence Hall Honorary (NRHH) recognizes students living in the residence halls that have shown service and have provided important leadership in the advancement of the residence halls at East Stroudsburg University. The chapter at East Stroudsburg University is named for Ardath E. Houser, former assistant dean of students and associate professor in the Counseling Center.
Faculty Advisor Nancy Weaver, (570) 422-3583.
Omicron Delta Epsilon (Alpha Xi) [-]
Alpha Xi chapter of Omicron Delta Epsilon, the International Honor Society of Economics, confers distinction for high scholastic achievement in economics, stimulates and promotes student interest in all aspects of economics; publishes a journal entitled The American economist; and sponsored the Fisher-Taussig Award Competition. Membership is open to undergraduate, graduate, faculty, alumni and honorary members. A general average of at least a B and a class standing in the upper one-third of the class is required for student membership.
Faculty Advisor Professor C. Christofides, (570) 422-3329.
Omicron Delta Kappa (Leadership) [-]
Omicron Delta Kappa is a national leadership honorary. Membership in ODK is as much an obligation and responsibility in citizenship as it is a mark of distinction and honor. Membership is awarded to undergraduate junior students, to graduate students, and to faculty staff, administration, and alumni. Student membership candidates must have at least a 2.9 QPA, and show significant leadership in at least one of the following areas: scholarship; athletics; campus or community service; journalism; speech, mass media; or creative/performing arts.
Faculty Advisor John Robinson, (570) 422-3607.
Order of Omega (Greek Honorary) [-]
Order of Omega is the Greek Honorary.
Faculty Advisor Shannon Corr, (570) 422-3429.
Phi Alpha Theta (History) [-]
Phi Epsilon Kappa (Physical Education) [-]
Phi Epsilon Kappa is the national, honorary professional physical educational fraternity. This national undergraduate fraternity provides leadership experiences for physical education majors who possess high scholastic ability. Beta Omega chapter at ESU is the second largest chapter of the seventy-five chapters throughout the nation.
Faculty Advisor Professor Gene White, (570) 422-3604.
Phi Sigma Iota (Foreign Languages) [-]
This organization recognizes outstanding ability and achievements in the study and teaching of foreign languages. It promotes advanced pursuits and individual research in this field, as well as the cultural enrichment and international understanding developed through the knowledge and use of foreign languages.
Faculty Advisor Professor Juan Mercado, (570) 422-3406.
Pi Sigma Alpha (Political Science) [-]
Psi Chi (Psychology) [-]
Psi Chi is the National Honor Society in psychology. This organization advances the science of psychology and encourages it members to maintain scholarship in all fields, especially psychology.
Faculty Advisor Professor Joseph Miele, (570) 422-3345.
Rho Phi Lambda (Recreation) [-]
This national honor society recognizes superior students majoring in recreation and leisure services management. It also encourages professional standards for the leisure field, stimulates individual professional growth and builds friendships among students. Students must have an overall quality point average in the upper fifteenth percent ranking and a minimum B average. Graduate students must have a 3.5 quality point average. Students must also show a substantial leadership skills and service.
Faculty Advisor Professor Brad Seid, (570) 422-3028.
Sigma Phi Omega (Gerontology) [-]
The Alpha Phi chapter of Sigma Phi Omega, the National Academic honor and Professional Society in gerontology, promotes scholarship, research, professionalism and excellence in gerontology and aging services. It also recognizes high academic and clinical achievement in these areas. Membership in Alpha Phi is open to members of the University community and the community at large.
Faculty Advisor Professor Elaine Shuey, (570) 422-3681.
Sigma Pi Epsilon Delta (Special Education) [-]
Sigma Pi Sigma (Physics) [-]
Sigma Pi Sigma is a nationally recognized Physics Honor Society within the Society of Physics Students. Students elected to membership must attain high standards in both general scholarship and physics.
Faculty Advisor Professor Mary Ann Mogus, (570) 422-3408.
Sigma Tau Delta (English) [-]
The Delta Zeta chapterof Sigma Tau Delta, the national professional English honorary society, was established to promote the mastery of written expression, encourage worthwhile reading and foster a spirit of fellowship among students specializing in English. Scholastic standing and professional interests in English are chief factors in the selection of students for membership.
Faculty Advisor Professor Victor Walker, (570) 422-3388.
Sigma Theta Tau (Nursing) [-]
Sigma Xi (Science) [-]
The Scientific Research Society recognizes high academic achievement by seniors and graduate students majoring in the sciences and mathematics. The society was founded at Cornell University in 1886 to recognize high achievement in scientific research. Today Sigma Xi has over 120,000 active members in more than 500 institutional clubs and chapters. The ESU Sigma Xi Club was chartered in 1972.
Faculty Advisor Professor Jane Huffman, (570) 422-3716.
Media Organizations
Stroud Courier [-]
The Stroud Courier is the campus newspaper published weekly by a staff selected from interested students. The newspaper covers campus issues and events.
Faculty Advisor Professor Fred Misurella, (570) 422-3395 or (570) 422-3395.
WESS 90.3 FM [-]
WESS is the campus radio station operated by students. The 1350 watt FM station provides fine programming for the community in its role as an educational FM radio station. WESS is located at 90.3 FM on the radio dial. The club gives interested students experience in the various phases of radio broadcasting and presents a variety of programs.
Faculty Advisor Professor Robert McKenzie, (570) 422-3886.
Special Interest Groups
African-American Student Alliance [-]
The African American Student Alliance is a club founded to plan and organize social, cultural and educational activities in regard to the Black Experience for the mutual benefit, understanding and appreciation of the total campus community. Membership is open to any interested student.
Faculty Advisor Brenda Hobson, (570) 422-2832.
Anime Club [-]
The club studies and discusses the impact of Japanese culture, specifically anime, on American culture.
Faculty Advisor Elizabeth Leigh Smith, (570) 422-3385.
Asian Student Organization [-]
The Asian Student Organization promotes cultural awareness of DIVERSE ETHNIC BACKGROUNDS in the Asian and Asian-American communities. We are a non-discriminatory organization fostering unity, active participation, acceptance, and integration among all Asian, Asian American, and East Stroudsburg University students. All East Stroudsburg University students with a vested interest in the Asian Student Organization are encouraged to become a member. This includes all graduate and undergraduate, full time and part time students.
Campus Activities Board [-]
The Campus Activities Board (CAB) offers enriching experiences. Students can help plan and produce events on campus. A wide range of opportunities exists for students to enhance creative thinking and leadership skills outside the classroom. Students may become involved in any of the following committees:
Concerts Committee - plans a variety of popular music events throughout the year;
Films Committee - selects the films shown monthly on Residence Life Cinema, in addition to planning special films fests featuring both new release and "classic films";
CoffeehouseCommittee - presents a series of professional comedy and musical acts in our University Center coffeehouse, Common Grounds;
Out & About Committee - organizes a variety of bus trips to Broadway Shows, amusement parks, sporting eventsand other interesting locales;
Special Events - plans programs for Welcome Week, Family Weekand homecoming, as well as other fun activities throughout the year.
Through CAB involvement students can take an active role in deciding what programs to bring to ESU. They experience the fun and satisfaction of taking an idea and turning it into a successful event. All students are encouraged to join, especially freshman and new students!
Faculty Advisor Christopher Bello, (570) 422-3055 or (570) 422-3396.
Christian Fellowship [-]
The Christian Fellowship is a faith-based campus ministry desiring to share Christ with fellow students.
Faculty Advisor Pamela Kramer, (570) 422-3364.
DESI Student Organization [-]
The word Desi in Hindi means "People from the country (Desh)." "Desis" are referred to the people who have their cultural background from the countries of the Indian Sub-continent. The Desi students in East Stroudsburg University have joined to form a student representative organization which is committed to go by its motto - Unity in Diversity.
The members of the organization represent countries of India, Pakistan, Nepal, Mauritius, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Maldives, Bhutan and the students who have deep ancestral roots in these countries. For more information, contact:
Faculty Advisor, Shiv Bunjun, (570) 422-3240.
ESU Lions Club [-]
The club provides service for both the community and campus. Our main goal is to provide eyewear to anyone who needs it but can not afford it.
Faculty Advisor Jeffrey Scheetz, (570) 422-3361.
Hall Councils [-]
Each residence hall has a Hall Council which functions under the auspices of the Residence Hall Association. The Hall Council is a representative body of the students who reside in each of the residence halls. The Council endeavors to promote a congenial cultural, intellectual, and social life within its respective building by planning various educational, social and community service programs during the year. Each Hall Council takes an active part in representing the student's point of view in matters concerning the improvement of service, building maintenance, and student life in the residence hall. The establishment of a mature and responsible intellectual environment is the goal of the Council.
Inter Fraternity Council [-]
International Students Organization [-]
The International Students Organization represents the international community of ESU. The purpose is to promote international understanding by developing programs through speakers, food tastings, dances and fashion shows. Students from over 30 countries are represented on campus. The ISO Club welcomes any student with international interest.
Faculty Advisor Professor Samuel Quainoo, (570) 422-3275.
Latin American Association [-]
The Latin American Association is a student-based organization designed to expand knowledge and understanding of the Hispanic culture among club members and the University. This organization works to enhance the community's awareness of the history, language, customs and contributions of the people from Spanish-speaking countries. For more information, contact:
Faculty Advisor Professor Fernando Perez, (570) 422-3433.
Muslim Student Association [-]
Designed to bring Muslims on campus together to help others to understand who we are; to unite Muslims at ESU with the community; to help dispel fallacies in the West about Islam and the Middle East/Islamic world. For more information, contact:
Faculty Advisor Mamadou Kane, (570) 422-3279.
Outings Club [-]
The Outing Club sponsors a variety of outdoor recreation programs that are of interest to club members and the University community. Programs offered in the past include indoor and outdoor climbing, caving, skiing, and white water rafting. All programs are open to the entire campus community. For more information contact:
Faculty Advisor Chuck Constantine, (570) 223-3334.
Polygots [-]
Polyglots (Foreign Language Club) is open to all students who are interested in learning about other countries and cultures.Membership is not limited to foreign language majors nor to those taking a foreign language course. Some activities include a Foreign Language Film Festival,the publication of the Foreign Language journal, Orbis, and trips to various locations. For more information, contact:
Faculty Advisor Professor Jeffrey Ruth, (570) 422-3419, or e-mail esupolyglots@yahoo.com.
PRIDE [-]
The organization's purpose is to help foster an understanding of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) student issues as they relate to academic and social life, to promote a sense of community and to facilitate networking among LGBT students. This is done by providing fellowship with other students interested in LGBT issues; promoting equality, opportunity, and access to all levels of social and educational resources; training and educational activities; participating in programs sponsored by other ESU organizations and a other universities; and sponsoring social events for club members. For information, contact:
Faculty Advisor C. Matthew Simmons, (570) 422-3592
Residence Hall Association (RHA) [-]
The Residence Hall Association is the governing body for all residence hall students. The Association is made up of the President and one other student representative from each of the Residence Hall Councils. The duties of RHA consists of formulating and recommending policies relating to the welfare of the residence hall students, the planning and executing of funds allocated by the Student Senate, the planning of social, educational and community service programs for residence hall students, and the dissemination of the policies and programs that affect the group.
Faculty Advisor Todd Benson, (570) 422-3105.
Society of Leadership and Success [-]
The Society for Leadership and Success is part of a nationwide community that dramatically improves one's ability to successfully attain personal goals and outcomes while strengthening leadership skills and abilities. The Society guides individuals through the process of identifying and committing to focused and dedicated actions that lead to their personal success. Society members participate in a variety of programs and small group activities to help guide their development.
Student Organized Against Rape (S.O.A.R.) [-]
S.O.A.R is a group of concerned students who present acquaintance rape/sexual assault prevention programs to their peers on campus in a variety of settings. The educational message is presented in classrooms, residence halls, and at conferences and seminars. Much of the efforts occur on a one-to-one level in residence halls, at parties, or while eating with friends in the dining hall. Our basic message is that "No means no" and "against her will is against the law." Becoming a peer educator is a great way to get involved with important issues, and learn leadership skills while helping to make ESU a better campus. Students interested in joining S.O.A.R. should contact:
Faculty Advisor Bob Moses, (570) 422-3138.
Students In Free Enterprise (SIFE) [-]
The organization strives to create economic opportunity for others while discovering their own potential through the principles of a free market economy, entrepreneurship, personal success skills and social responsibility.
Faculty Advisor Kathleen Barnes, (570) 422-3830.
Students Working Against Tobacco Use [-]
A student initiative on all Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education campuses which provides tobacco education.
Faculty Advisor Donna Salch, (570) 422-3905.
Team Chiropractic [-]
United Campus Ministry [-]
The United Campus Ministry offers every student, regardless of faith or background, an opportunity to participate in service projects for the needy of the local communities. Students volunteer to work with the aged, the developmentally disabled and with underprivileged children. The Big Brother/Big Sister Program is conducted under the auspices of the United Campus Ministry. Religious, educational and social activities are sponsored to which the entire campus community is invited.
Joan Fabian, Campus Minister, (570) 422-3525.
Voices of Triumph (Gospel Choir) [-]
Women for Awareness [-]
Women for Awareness is an organization formed by women students to heighten campus awareness about women's issues and to support a gender equitable climate. WFA is actively involved in organizing consciousness raising events for campus and community, including the "Take Back the Night" March and the Women of Distinction Awards Ceremony.
Faculty Advisor Professor Lesliee Antonette, (570) 422-3675.

 

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