Student Organizations
Whether it’s Student Senate, Greek Life or the Outing Club that catches your interest, at UMaine Machias you’ll find a variety of social, cultural, athletic, and educational groups to keep you engaged.
Don’t see a group that fits your interests? We can help! Email Hope Shore to talk about starting a new organization!
Student Organization Form
Please review handbook below and complete the request form which is included. All compelted forms must be submitted to Hope Shore.
UMaine Machias Student Club & Organization Handbook
100% Society
Advocating awareness and acceptance of gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and other groups, UMaine Machias’ 100% Society is a student organization that supports students and local community members who belong to a gender / sexual minority or have friends or family members who do. UMaine Machias’ Student Senate and Office of Student Engagement & Inclusion provide support for the 100% Society and the Gender & Sexual Diversity Resource Center.
President:
Advisor: Lois-Ann Kuntz
Are you interested in Rainbow Ball Weekend? Check out the Facebook Page for more information about the event!
UMaine Machias was highlighted on CollegeCovered for not only its LGBTQ friendliness, but its work in the community as well!
Take a moment to read an article from the Huffington Post about Rainbow Ball Weekend!
Campus Pride listed UMaine Machias as one of the Top 25 “Best of the Best” LGBTQ friendly campuses across the nation!
UMaine Machias also earned top honors from Campus Pride for inclusiveness!
Game Club
The Game Club has interest in anything related to the topic: board, video, role play, puzzles, strategy, and anything else related to games. They work to build and strengthen interest in the area.
President:
Meetings: Please email the President and Advisor for meeting times!
Advisor: Daniel Qualls
Check out the Game Club Facebook Page to learn more about the group and any upcoming events!
Greek Council
Greek Council represents six of UMaine Machias’ seven Greek organizations. Greek Council facilitates positive Inter-Greek relations on and off campus.
Outing Club
Outing Club provides experience and training in outdoor activities of general interest to all students.
President:
Meetings: Please email the President and Advisor for meeting times!
Advisor: Karen Beeftink
Residence Hall Association (RHA)
The Residence Hall Association (RHA) works to be a voice for residential students, providing hall governance, new and creative events, and community building within the residence halls.
President:
Meetings: Please email the President and Advisor for meeting times!
Advisor: Hope Shore
SAIL
Student Activities, Involvement, and Leadership, better known as S.A.I.L., is the organization on campus which provides programming for the entire student body. They also work closely with other clubs and organizations, providing opportunities for building community on campus.
President:
Meetings: Please email the President and Advisor for meeting times!
Advisor: Hope Shore
Science Club
Science Club gives students the opportunity to broaden their scientific knowledge through field trips, sponsoring seminars, attending scientific conferences, and participating in research projects.
President:
Meetings: Please email the President and Advisor for meeting times!
Advisor: Sherrie Sprangers
SHIELD
Student Health Initiative Education Leadership and Diversity
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Student Senate
The UMaine Machias Student Senate is the elected representative of the student body. Senators engage with campus staff, faculty and administration to ensure that when an idea or issue comes forward that they are properly dealt with, as to benefit everyone.
President:
Meetings: Please check out the website for full details
Advisor: Hope Shore
WUMM Radio
UMaine Machias’ radio station, WUMM 91.1 is a fully operational radio program consisting of student, staff, and community DJs. It serves Machias and the greater Washington County region.
President:
Meetings: Please check out the website for full details