Explore Student Organizations
Explore hundreds of student-led organizations at UC Santa Cruz. From cultural and identity-based groups to academic, Greek Life, media publications and performing arts organizations, there’s a place for every passion. Registered Student Organizations (RSOs) are supported through SOMeCA: Student Organization Advising & Resources (SOAR), Student Media, and Cultural Arts & Diversity (CAD).
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180 Degrees Consulting
To ensure that non-profits and social enterprises committed to education, health, and poverty alleviation can reach their full potential by meeting their demand for very affordable, high-quality strategic and operational assistance, and in so doing developing the next generation of social impact.
Instagram: @ucsc180dc
Email: dbadala@ucsc.edu
8th Rank Society
8th Rank Society: UC Santa Cruz Women’s Chess Club is a student-led community that supports women and allies of all levels within chess.
Instagram: @8thrankchess.ucsc
Email: 8thrankucsc@gmail.com
A Counter Space
We work towards creating a more diverse and inclusive scientific community through student mentoring, outreach programs, networking opportunities and scholarships.
Instagram: acs.ucsc
ACE Pre-PhD Club
The ACE Pre-PhD Club’s goal is to illuminate a path for pre-PhD students in STEM, foster community amongst STEM students, and notify of current events in science.
Instagram: @aceprephd
Email: aceprephd@ucsc.edu
Acquire A Cappella
Established in 2007, we are UCSC’s most punniest a cappella group on campus! With pop mixes from Ariana Grande and Bruno Mars, and fun combos with Fetty Wap and Frank Sinatra, Acquire has it all! We accept all who love to sing, with no experience needed, and want to be part of our community!
Instagram: @acquireacappella
Email: acquireucsc@gmail.com
Adobe Club
Adobe Club is a creative community that helps students (all majors) build real-world design skills using Adobe Creative Cloud tools.
Instagram: @ucscadobeclub
Email: ucscadobe@gmail.com
Afghan Student Association
The Afghan Student Association is a cultural club dedicated to celebrating and sharing Afghan heritage with our campus and community. We introduce Afghan traditions, music, and customs to the community.
Instagram: @ucsc_asa
Email: uahmadi@ucsc.edu
Agroecology Club
A social club aiming to create a space for students interested in agroecology, sustainable food systems, and environmental stewardship.
Instagram: @agroecologyclubucsc
Email: agroclubucsc@gmail.com
Alay
Alay is the self-expression aspect housed under Bayanihan and Student Media Organization. We foster a community welcome to students of all backgrounds to create art and explore their identities.
Instagram: @alay.ucsc
Email: alay.ucsc@gmail.com
Alpha Epsilon Pi (AEPi)
Alpha Epsilon Pi (AEPi) is the world’s Jewish college fraternity, operating chapters on more than 150 college campuses in four countries. We are a social fraternity that aims to uplift and develop young men into future leaders through brotherhood, philanthropy, and community service.
Instagram: @aepi.ucsc
Email: willellenstein@gmail.com
alpha Kappa Delta Phi (aKDPhi)
alpha Kappa Delta Phi is an international Asian-interest sorority with 60+ chapters located at numerous universities across the United States and in Canada. We have dedicated ourselves to upholding and exemplifying our pillars of scholarship, leadership, service, Asian-awareness, and sisterhood.
Please note this organization is in probationary status until June 2027.
Instagram: @ucsc_akdphi
Alpha Kappa Psi (AKPsi)
Co-ed Major inclusive Professional Business Fraternity
Instagram: @ucscakpsi
Email: rijchung@ucsc.edu
Alpha Phi Omega
APhiO is a service-based fraternity that promotes the qualities of leadership, friendship, and service to all its members.
Instagram: @apo_ucsc
Email: agn.apo.pres@gmail.com
Alpha Psi
This organization aims to establish and maintain students’ convocation, encouraging personal and social development while striving for academic and intellectual excellence.
Instagram: @ucscalphapsi
Email: alphapsi1988@gmail.com
American Medical Student Association (AMSA)
AMSA is a national organization of aspiring physicians. UCSC AMSA is a space for all pre-meds on campus with events like volunteering, suturing workshops, and more!
Email: skim335@ucsc.edu
American Red Cross Association at UCSC (ARCA)
We are here to assist the school and the American Red Cross in instituting, encouraging, unifying, and executing projects and services in cooperation with the Santa Cruz Region Chapter.
Instagram: @ucscredcross
Email: ucscredcross@gmail.com
Anakbayan Santa Cruz
Promoting and uplifting Pilipinx/Filipino youth and students to fight for national democracy in thePhilippines!
Instagram: @anakbayansc
Email: Anakbayansc@gmail.com
Arab Student Union (ASU)
The Arab Student Union celebrates and shares Arab culture, heritage, and aims to create unity within our campus community. Our mission is to create an inclusive space where students can come together, build connections, and share their personal experiences.
Instagram: @ucsc.asu
Email: arabstudentunion@gmail.com
Archaeology Club at UCSC
We are a club, focusing on introducing students to the field of archaeology, supplying resources to get involved, and allowing a place to discuss the subject.
Instagram: @archaeology_club_at_ucsc
Email: prumbaug@ucsc.edu
Asian American Christian Fellowship (AACF)
We are a Christian fellowship dedicated to reaching our campus with the life-changing message of Jesus Christ. Our ministry includes Large Group Gatherings, Small Group Discussions, Discipleship, Worship,Prayer, and more!
Instagram: @aacfucsc
Email: aacf.ucsc@aacf.org
Asian Pacific Islander Student Alliance (APISA)
The Asian Pacific Islander Student Alliance (APISA) emphasizes unity and empowerment through celebrating the diverse cultures and customs of the AA/PI (Asian/Pacific Islander) communities in higher education and beyond.
Instagram: @apisa.slugs
Email: apisa.slugs@gmail.com
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Aspiring Physician Assistant’s Association
The Aspiring Physician Assistants Association educates and empowers students pursuing the PA profession through mentorship, workshops, guest speakers, and panels that provide insight into the PA school experience and the PA profession.
Instagram: @ucsc_apaa
Email: ucsc.apaa@gmail.com
Association for Computing Machinery – Women at UCSC (ACM-W)
ACM-W (Association for Computing Machinery for Women) is a STEM club on campus that serves to educate, promote, and connect women and non-binary individuals in the computing field by bridging the gap between academia and industry!
Instagram: acmw.ucsc
Email: acmw.ucsc@gmail.com
Association of Muslims in Politics and Law
AMPL is the Association of Muslims in Politics and Law dedicated to supporting students interested in politics, law, advocacy, and related fields.
Instagram: @amplucsc
Email: amplucsc@gmail.com
Banana Wugs Linguistics Club (BWLC)
Banana Wugs hopes to promote linguistic interest, and strives to connect students interested in linguistics with each other and the linguistic department on campus.
Instagram: @ucsclinguistics
Email: hcannoy@ucsc.edu
Bangladeshi Student Association
BSA is a place where we showcase and celebrate Bangladeshi Culture. Although Bengalis around the world are part of the same ethnic group, as Bangladeshis we have our own history and one of the main motivations behind BSA is to represent Bangladeshis here at UCSC.
Instagram: @bsacruz
Email: bsasantacruz@gmail.com
Bayanihan at UC Santa Cruz
Bayanihan is the Filipino Student Association at UCSC! We serve the Filipino community at UCSC and its allies. Our organization includes many sub-orgs ranging in focus from student retention to ballroom dance.
Instagram: @bayanihan.ucsc
Email: bayanihan.ucsc@gmail.com
Better Home Foundation
Better Home Foundation is dedicated to providing the homeless and underprivileged with access to clothing, food, educational opportunities, and other basic human rights. We aim to do this with fundraising and donations while also educating the youth.
Instagram: @betterhomefoundation
Email: betterhome.impact@gmail.com
Bhakti Yoga Club (FKA BEATS)
A community that shares and deepens the understanding of spirituality through the timeless wisdom found in the Bhagavad Gita and the joyful practice of mantra meditation.
Instagram: @bhaktiyogaucsc
Email: bhaktiucsc@gmail.com
Black Student Union (BSU)
The Black Student Union (BSU) serves as a unifying body for all Black organizations on campus, as well as the Black student body. The BSU also welcomes all individuals who are committed to advancing, supporting, and meaningfully engaging with issues affecting the Black community.
Instagram: @ucscbsu
Email: bsu.slugs@gmail.com
Business Economics Academia (BEA)
Business Economics Academia (BEA) is UCSC’s oldest inclusive club for networking, study-groups, social and career-focused workshops, and industry speakers, plus a welcoming community open to all majors! Build your network, grow professionally, and succeed academically with BEA.
Instagram: ucscbea
Email: kqtang@ucsc.edu
Business Entrepreneurship @ Santa Cruz
We are a student-led organization focused on assisting students interested in starting a business and/or getting started in the professional world. Through presentations, workshops, guest speakers, and other services, we intend on offering students advice and opportunities throughout the year.
Instagram: @be.ucsc
Email: beucsc@gmail.com
Business Society @ UCSC
Business Society is a student-run organization dedicated to developing the next generation of business leaders and innovators.
Instagram: @scbusiness_society
Email: scbusinesssociety@gmail.com
California Public Interest Research Group (CALPIRG)
Students have the power to shape the future we will inherit. CALPIRG Students works on college campuses to make sure our peers have the skills, opportunities and training they need to create a better, more sustainable future for all of us.
Instagram: @calpirgucsc
Chicanx and Latine Educandose (ChALE)
Provides a wide rage of resources through events that help students develop skills or obtain information that helps them oversome obstacles that Latine/chicano students encounter as we attempt to achieve higher education.
Instagram: @e2.chale
Email: e2.chale@gmail.com
Chinese Student Association (CSA)
CSA is a student organization devoted to promoting unity and empowerment among UCSC students emphasizing Chinese and Chinese American cultural aspects. We host a variety of small bonding events, culminating in our annual Lunar New Year Banquet which is turning 40 this year!
Instagram: @csa_ucsc
Email: csaofucsc@gmail.com
Chinese Students and Scholars Association
The stated function of CSSAs is helping overseas Chinese in their life, study, work, and other issues, bringing Chinese students together on campus, serving as a bridge between Chinese and other communities, and promoting Chinese culture
Instagram: @ucsc_cssa
Email: ucsccssa666@gmail.com
Chinese Union @ UCSC
Chinese Union (CU) at UCSC is a student organization dedicated to supporting Chinese students and those interested in Chinese culture. We provide a welcoming community and host cultural and social events to foster connection and diversity on campus.
Email: tfu18@ucsc.edu
Chinquapin Literary Magazine
Chinquapin Literary Magazine began in 1978 and has been creating yearly anthologies of student art and writing ever since. For the past 47 years, we have been run by students of UCSC. Chinquapin is a space for students to learn about the ins and outs of publishing, and to highlight student work.
Instagram: @chinquapinucsc
Email: chinquapin@gmail.com
Christians on Campus at UCSC (COC)
We’re a group of students who simply love God and we gather together for weekly bible studies throughout the school year.
Instagram: @ucscchristians
Circle K International (CKI)
Circle K international (CKI) is one of the world’s largest student-led collegiate service organizations focusing on volunteering on and off-campus. CKI is committed to developing leaders by offering unique service, leadership and fellowship opportunities that change the world and the lives of our members.
Instagram: @ucsccki
Email: lgaela@ucsc.edu
City on a Hill Press
City on a Hill Press is produced by and for UCSC students. Our primary goal is to report and analyze issues affecting the student population and the Santa Cruz community.
Instagram: @chpnow
Email: editors@cityonahillpress.com
Cloud 9 A Cappella
Cloud 9 is University of California, Santa Cruz’s original and longest-running a cappella group. Established in 2001, Cloud 9 has been a proud contributor to the world of collegiate a cappella for quite some time. We rehearse a diverse repertoire spanning across various genres.
Instagram: @cloud9acappella
Email: cloud9ucsc@gmail.com
Cognitive Science Student Association (CSSA)
The purpose of this organization is to facilitate weekly discussions in cognitive science topics, as well as host workshops, socials and speaker events in order to promote collaboration and academic excellence.
Instagram: @cssa.ucsc
Email: ucsc.cogsci@gmail.com
College Democrats
We are a student organization that aims to educate students about the United States’ political system and the Democratic Party Platform, register voters on campus and in the community, participate in on and off-campus events and community service activities, and assist in the election of Democrats.
Instagram: @ucsccollegedems
Email: blueslugs@gmail.com
College Panhellenic Council
Council composed of members from each of the three Panhellenic sororities on campus that oversee each organization
Instagram: @ucscpanhellenic
Email: collegepanhellenic@gmail.com
Comedy Joust
UCSC’s Longest Running Short Form Improv Comedy Troupe. We do fully-improvised comedy theater scenes with performances Friday nights.
Instagram: @comedyjoust
Email: aloehdew@ucsc.edu
Community Unified Student Network (CUSN)
CUSN strives to serve the cultural needs of the Asian American/Pacific Islander (AA/PI) community in hopes of education members, non-members, and allies of the community regarding cultural awareness and its significance in order to increase retention rates of students.
Email: cusnretentionucsc@gmail.com
Complementary & Alternative Medicine Club (CAM)
Complementary and alternative medicine focuses on holistic healing of the body. CAM club will focus on spreading awareness of healing that is natural and inclusive
Instagram: @ucsc.camedicine
Email: camedicine.club@gmail.com
Cosplay Club
The Cosplay Club’s goal is to provide resources and a fun, welcoming community for students interested in all forms of cosplay, whether you’re a beginner or an expert!
Instagram: @cosplayclubucsc
Email: cosplayclubucsc@gmail.com
Dance Club
We are a student-led dance club dedicated to creating an inclusive space where dancers of all levels are welcome. We host weekly choreography sessions!
Instagram: @ucscdanceclub
Email: ucscdanceclub@gmail.com
Delta Sigma Pi (DSP)
The Pi Chi Chapter of Delta Sigma Pi is the largest and oldest co-ed professional business fraternity at the University of California, Santa Cruz. Since our founding in 2010, we have been dedicated to creating an environment that gives our brothers an opportunity to grow personally and professionally.
Instagram: @ucscdsp
Email: pichipres@gmail.com
Earth and Planetary Sciences
We are an organization built on fostering a community of people who are interested in all things Earth and Planetary Science.
Instagram: @ucsc.earthies
Education for Sustainable Living Program (ESLP)
The Education for Sustainable Living Program (ESLP) is a student-led organization committed to empowering students to take action in the climate crisis. Our program creates collaborative learning environments through UCSC-accredited courses for students of all backgrounds to learn.
Instagram: @enviroslug
Email: eslp@ucsc.edu
Emergency Medical Slugs (EMS)
Our club is the only organization at UCSC with a focus on pre-hospital and emergency medicine-based healthcare. We train our members in first-aid skills at our general body meetings. We also have volunteer opportunities, where we provide free medical/first aid care at various on-campus events.
Instagram: @emslugs_ucsc
End Overdose at UC Santa Cruz
Ending drug-related deaths through education, public awareness, and medical intervention. We train people in how to recognize and respond to an opioid overdose.
Instagram: @endoverdose.ucsc
Email: ucsc@endoverdose.net
Estudiantes Oaxaqueños de Ahora (EODA)
Our aim is to build an encouraging and supportive community for Oaxacan students and allies that promotes unity, cultural awareness, and academic success. We welcome students of all backgrounds, especially Indigenous Latine students.
Instagram: @eodaucsc
Email: eodaucsc1@gmail.com
Eyecandy Film Journal
EyeCandy Film Journal is an annually released student-run publication that is devoted to highlighting students passions of film, television, and visual media.
Instagram: @eyecandyfilmjournal
Film Production Coalition (FPC)
The Film Production Coalition (FPC) is an organization dedicated to collaboratively making short films every quarter in small production groups, in a variety of genres. We don’t require any experience and are committed to teaching members all aspects of film production from start to finish.
Instagram: @filmproductioncoalition
Email: fpc.ucsc@gmail.com
Fishrap Live!
We are UCSC’s first and only satire newspaper on campus! We publish hilarious articles and headlines about current events, campus news, or about any other funny thing.
Instagram: @fishraplive
Email: fishraplive@gmail.com
Fluffy Slugs
We are an organization keen on building a community for students interested in anthropomorphic animals, known as furries.
Instagram: @fluffyslugsUCSC
Email: fluffyslugs@ucsc.edu
Friends of Lambda Alpha National Anthropology Honor Society, Alpha Gamma of California (FLAN)
Lambda Alpha encourages and stimulates scholarship and research in anthropology by recognizing superior achievement in the discipline among students. We provide activities and fellowship for club members and services to the college and community.
Instagram: @ucsclambdaalpha
Email: lambdaalphaslugs@gmail.com
Friends of Medicine
Friends of Medicine is a student run organization whose main goal is to support healthcare workers as well as people receiving medical care. We aim to spread positivity through fun and creative events, as well as help familiarize students with pre-health related tracks.
Instagram: @ucsc_fom
Email: kshurill@ucsc.edu
Fruitcake Magazine
Fruitcake is an alternative art magazine that has been operating out of UC Santa Cruz since 2015. We are dedicated to creative expression through printable visual media, always striving to provide the most open platform possible for student artists to share their visions, thoughts, and stories.
Email: fruitcakesc@gmail.com
GABRIELA Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz Chapter of GABRIELA USA, a grassroots Filipina organization that advocates for women’s rights and social justice, focused on struggling for national sovereignty, genuine democracy, and full liberation of women!
Instagram: @gabrielasc.slugs
Email: gabrielasc.slugs@gmail.com
Game Design & Art Collaborations (GDA)
The Game Design & Art Collaboration is a club at UCSC whose goal is to give students an opportunity to get game-making experience, learn game development disciplines, and find friends who also enjoy games.
Email: gdaclub@ucsc.edu
Gamma Phi Beta (GPhi)
The UCSC Chapter of Gamma Phi Beta builds confident women of character. Our mission is to inspire the highest type of womanhood, guided by our symbols, the crescent moon and pink carnation, and our core values of Love, Labor, Learning, and Loyalty.
Instagram: @ucscgammaphibeta
Email: Juafrias@ucsc.edu
Google Developer Group on Campus UCSC
Google Developer Group on Campus UC Santa Cruz is a chapter of the global Google Developer Group Community. We are an inclusive, collaborative space for anyone interested in technology. Our community events include technical workshops on Flutter, React, and Firebase, and socials.
Instagram: @gdgc_ucsc
Email: hpalanik@ucsc.edu
Grupo Folklorico Los Mejicas
Los Mejicas is a Mexican folkloric dance group on campus dedicated to teaching and performing the regional music, dances, and traditions of Mexico. Los Mejicas is proudly student-run and student-directed as a dance troupe comprised of students.
Instagram: @losmejicas
Email: losmejicas@gmail.com
Haluan Hip Hop Dance Troupe
Auditions-based hip-hop co-ed dance team under Bayanihan, celebrating community and diversity as the name “Haluan” means “of mixed nature” in Tagalog.
Instagram: @haluanhiphop
Email: haluandance.ucsc@gmail.com
Han Chinese Traditional Clothing
Han Chinese Traditional Clothing aims to promote the beauty of traditional Hanfu culture. Our organization strives to create a welcoming community where members can learn and experience Hanfu together.
Email: cdeng18@ucsc.edu
Hermanas Unidas (HaU)
Hermanas Unidas is a nonprofit organization that aims to serve Latina college students and alumni in their pursuit of career advancement. It provides Latinas a place to find support and acceptance, through a mutual path of higher education, and build bonds would surpass the years on campus.
Instagram: @haudeucsc
Hermanos de UCSC (HU)
Hermanos De UCSC is an organization focused on the retention & matriculation of latine students and overall marginalized communities. Our mission statement serves to uphold our three pillars that include Academic Excellence, Community Service and Social Networking with an emphasis on education.
Instagram: @hermanosdeucsc
Email: hu.ucsc@gmail.com
Hindu YUVA
Hindu YUVA (Youth for Unity, Virtue, and Action) is a cultural and spiritual organization that provides a safe space for Hindu students on campus and raises awareness about the Hindu faith. We promote the practice of Hindu Dharma through cultural, educational, and service-oriented activities.
Instagram: @hinduyuvaucsc
Email: svkandpa@ucsc.edu
Humor Force Five
UCSC’s longest running comedy improv troupe. We host regular shows on campus free for everyone! Check out our Instagram for more information.
Instagram: @hforcefive
Email: hforcefive@gmail.com
IDEAS
A student-led org at UCSC with a mission to support and Improve the Dreams, Equity, Access, and Success of Undocumented students on campus.
Instagram: @ideasucsc
Email: ideasucsc@gmail.com
Indian Student Association (ISA)
The Indian Student Association at UCSC shares India’s cultural heritage while building community across campus. ISA promotes awareness, diversity, and unity—and welcomes everyone to join and get involved!
Instagram: @ucsc_isa
Email: ucsc.isa@gmail.com
Inter-Greek Council (IGC)
Student Body for greek organizations
Instagram: @ucscigc
Email: igc@ucsc.edu
Investment Banking Academy
The Investment Banking Academy at UC Santa Cruz is a student-led organization that equips students with the knowledge, skills, and hands-on experiences to pursue careers in investment banking, private equity, venture capital, and corporate finance.
Instagram: @ucsciba
Email: mtassoti@ucsc.edu
Iranian Student Union
Iranian Student Union (ISU) is an a student-run organization dedicated to serving the Iranian Community at UCSC through social and cultural events.
Instagram: @ucscisu
Email: tshafiei@ucsc.edu
Isang Himing (IH)
Isang Himig, “one melody, is a multicultural non-competitive A Capella group housed under Bayanihan.
Instagram: @isanghimig
Email: isanghimig.ucsc@gmail.com
Islamic Student Studies Association
We are dedicated to dawah, the invite. Making aware people and educating them of possible misconceptions of Islam.
Instagram: @madrasa.ucsc
Email: skhan74@ucsc.edu
Japanese Student Association (JSA)
JSA is a social club open to all students who are interested in participating in Japanese culture through general meetings and weekend events.
Instagram: @ucsc_jsa
Email: jsaucsc@gmail.com
Jewish Student Union
The Jewish Student Union at UC Santa Cruz (JSU) is a student-led organization dedicated to creating a safe and welcoming space for Jewish students on campus. We celebrate Jewish culture, traditions, and holidays, advocate for the safety and visibility of Jewish students, and build meaningful connection.
Instagram: @jsu_ucsc
Email: rkonchit@ucsc.edu
JK Family Kazoku Kajok
JK Family is a safe community for people who enjoy American, Korean, and Japanese music to dance together. We are a UCSC based non-audition dance club open to anyone of all skill levels and styles.
Instagram: @ucsc_jkfamdance
Email: jkfamdance2@gmail.com
JStreetUCSC
Our mission is to be your home for nuanced conversation, education, and advocacy on issues relating to the conflict in Israel/Palestine.
Instagram: @jstreetucsc
Email: Jstreetu.slugs@gmail.com
Kahaani
UCSC Kahaani is a competitive Bollywood fusion dance team at the University of California, Santa Cruz. The team brings together diverse dance styles to celebrate culture and storytelling through collegiate competitions across the nation.
Email: ucsckahaani@gmail.com
Kappa Alpha Theta (KAT)
We are a social sorority among two other Panhellenic sororities that hosts weekly meetings. Our philanthropy is CASA so we host multiple events in support for them.
Instagram: @ucsctheta
Email: ucscthetapresident@gmail.com
Kappa Gamma Delta (KGD)
A professional sorority dedicated to supporting women interested in pursing careers in healthcare.
Instagram: @ucsckgd
Email: ucsckgdpresident@gmail.com
Kappa Kappa Gamma (KKG)
Kappa Kappa Gamma is a women’s fraternity founded in 1870 that fosters a strong sense of sisterhood, academic excellence, and personal growth. Eta Mu chapter at UCSC is built on the values of leadership, scholarship, and service, providing members with lifelong friendships.
Instagram: @ucsckkg
Email: alnagome@ucsc.edu
Kappa Zeta
We are a Multicultural Sorority on Campus with a focused philanthropy based on Women and Children.
Instagram: @kappazetaucsc
Email: kzpresident.ucsc@gmail.com
Kasama Ballroom Dance Troupe
The Kasama Ballroom Dance Troupe was founded in 2017 as a performing aspect housed under Bayanihan at the University of California, Santa Cruz. Kasama in Tagalog roughly translates to “together”, we — as a team — promote the idea of family, community, culture, and self-expression.
Instagram: @kasama.ucsc
Email: kasama.ucsc@gmail.com
Khmer Student Association
The Khmer Student Association aims to foster an empathetic, conscious, and welcoming community for members and Khmer students. We aim to promote academic success, cultural awareness, and social engagement.
Instagram: @ksa_ucsc
Email: khmer.ucsc@gmail.com
Korean American Student Association (KASA)
The Korean American Student Association is a student run social and cultural organization that values equality and diversity here at UCSC. We are focused on promoting and celebrating Korean culture to students of all backgrounds and provide opportunities for relationships through our events.
Instagram: @ucsc.kasa
Email: ucsckasa@gmail.com
Kuya Ate Mentorship Program (KAMP)
KAMP is a student-initiated and student-led retention program that targets, but is not exclusive to, the Pilipinx community. Under Bayanihan and Engaging Education, KAMP’s three chief components consist of: 1) mentorship, 2) academics, and 3) social/cultural support
Instagram: @kamp.ucsc
Email: kamp.ucsc@gmail.com
La Sociedad of Latine Pre-Law Students
We’re UCSC LaSo, a space dedicated to our Latine students on campus who are interested in pursuing a career in the legal field.
Instagram: @ucsclaso
Email: Ucsclpla@ucsc.edu
Legalese Club
Legalese club is a place for students interested in law to learn more about their potential careers, the law school application process, and form connections.
Instagram: @legalese_ucsc
Email: legaleseucsc@gmail.com
Mahjong at UCSC
A chill, accessible environment for students to learn and play mahjong in its many variations.
Instagram: @mahjongatucsc
Email: mahjongatucsc@gmail.com
Mariachi Eterno
Mariachi Eterno de UCSC is focused on the practice and performance of Mariachi music. Our club frequently performs both on-campus and in the larger Santa Cruz community.
Instagram: @mariachieterno
Email: mariachieternosc@gmail.com
Matchbox Magazine
We are a student-run magazine that publishes art, literature, music, and more. Our mission is to platform undergraduate underrepresented student voices across the UC system, particularly artists with a diversity of intersectional identities, experiences, and radical visions for expression.
Instagram: @matchboxmagazine
Email: matchboxmagazine@gmail.com
MEChA
MEChA de UCSC is a Latine organization where we uplift and embrace our culture, emphasizing higher education within our community. As well as address issues around our community and advocate for our community.
Instagram: @mechadeucsc
Email: ourstorian19@gmail.com
MEDLIFE
UCSC MEDLIFE is a chapter representing a worldwide non-profit. Our student body focuses on volunteering within the city of Santa Cruz but also on a global scale. We travel with MEDLIFE and shadow local doctors wherever we go. We also offer career development to our students on campus.
Instagram: @medlifeucsc
Email: medlifeucsc@gmail.com
MENt to Talk
MENt to Talk fosters open dialogue, support, and education around men’s mental health to reduce stigma and build community.
Instagram: @menttotalk
Email: menttotalk@gmail.com
Mock Trial at UCSC
The Mock Trial program at UCSC is designed to help prepare students for law school and beyond by
working on a variety of skills including writing and public speaking.
Instagram: @mocktrialatucsc
Email: mocktrialsantacruz@gmail.com
Moot Court at UCSC
UCSC Moot Court empowers students passionate about advocacy, public speaking, and writing to build their skillset. UCSC Moot Court also supports the professional development of its members through events and providing leadership opportunities.
Instagram: @ucscmootcourt
Email: mootcourt.ucsc@gmail.com
Muslim Student Association (MSA)
The UCSC MSA is a welcoming space where Muslims and allies come together to build and help out the community, grow in faith, and share culture.
Instagram: @ucsc.msa
Email: ucsc.msa@gmail.com
Muslim Tech Collaborative
MTC aims to create a supportive and collaborative space for Muslim students interested in technology, helping them through professional development, mentorship, and educational opportunities.We also seek to help solve community challenges, educate youth in tech, and promote a sense of belonging
Instagram: @mtcucsc
Email: assharif@ucsc.edu
National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)
A nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing the number of culturally responsible Black engineers who
excel academically, succeed professionally, and positively impact their communities.
Instagram: @nsbe.ucsc
Email: nsbe@ucsc.edu
Neuroscience Research Club
Foster a community of curious and passionate students exploring neuroscience. Our club provides opportunities to engage in research, gain exposure to new technologies, and build critical thinking through discussions and presentations, while promoting collaboration, diversity, and inclusivity.
Instagram: @ucsc.neuroresearch
Newman Catholic Club
The Newman Catholic Club is your official Catholic student group at UCSC. We offer weekly Sunday Mass, social gatherings, and Bible studies on campus or in our off-campus house close to the campus’ main entrance. We look forward to having you at our events! Our official Instagram page: @ucscnewman
Instagram: @ucscnewman
Email: ucscnewmancenter@gmail.com
Nigerian Student Association
NSA is an inclusive student organization that brings people together to learn about and celebrate Nigerian culture through community and cultural events.
Instagram: @nsa.ucsc
Not-So-Slow-Slugs
NS3 gathers students interested in high performance computing and helps them get industry experience by competing in international supercomputing competitions.
Instagram: @not.so.slow.slugs
Email: thefastestslugs@gmail.com
On The Spot (OTS)
A sketch comedy organization that does both live and prerecorded segments that we showcase in a live show at the end of quarters. Students gain the opportunity to learn about the pre and post production as well as being able to use equipment on set.
Instagram: @onthespot_ucsc
Email: onthespot10@gmail.com
Operation Smile
Operation Smile is a campus chapter of the international nonprofit Operation Smile, dedicated to raising awareness and funds for cleft lip and palate surgeries in low-and-middle-income countries.
Instagram: @operationsmileucsc
Pagkakaisa Dance Troupe (PDT)
PDT (Pagkakaisa Dance Troupe) is the Filipino traditional dance troupe housed under Bayanhian. We aim to connect anyone interested with the culture through the many traditional dances.
Instagram: @pdt.ucsc
Email: pdt.ucsc@gmail.com
Pakistani Student Association
We are a club dedicated to expressing Pakistani culture and identity through social events.
Instagram: @ucsc.psa
Email: musyed@ucsc.edu
Partners in Health Engage at UC Santa Cruz
We are a student chapter of the national nonprofit Partners In Health. We focus on educating students and the community on topics related to public and global health; Facilitating advocacy events for related political/social causes; Fundraising for campaigns dedicated to minimizing various health issue.
Instagram: @UCSantaCruzPIH
Email: chjacook@ucsc.edu
Phi Alpha Delta
Phi Alpha Delta UCSC unites students pursuing law, offering professional growth and volunteer opportunities in Santa Cruz.
Instagram: @ucscpad
Email: ucscpad1902@gmail.com
Planned Parenthood: Generation Action
Planned Parenthood Generation Action @UCSC is an organization which is supported by Planned Parenthood Mar Monte in promoting sexual health education and advocacy as well as promotion of reproductive justice matters in the Santa Cruz area.
Instagram: @plannedparenthooducsc
Email: ppga.ucsc@gmail.com
POPreka
We are a K-pop dance and social club! Open to all and non-audition based, we hold workshops every two weeks with social events in between. We have performance opportunities every quarter!
Instagram: @poprekaucsc
Email: poprekadance@gmail.com
Pre-Dental Society
The UCSC Pre-Dental Society introduces undergraduate students to the field of dentistry and provides guidance, mentorship, and resources to help members become the most competitive dental school applicants possible.
Instagram: @ucscpredental
Email: predentalslugs@gmail.com
Pre-Optometry Society of UCSC
Provides a space for students passionate about eye health and vision science to connect, learn, and grow. Our club’s goal is to introduce members to the diverse field of optometry and guide those interested in pursuing it as a career.
Instagram: @ucscpreopto
Email: ucsc.preoptometry@gmail.com
Pre-Veterinary Club at UCSC
The Pre-Veterinary Club at UCSC is a community of students interested in veterinary medicine. We focus on supporting our members by providing volunteer and research opportunities, and providing resources about vet school.
Instagram: @ucscpreveterinaryclub
Premed Advisory Program (PAP)
The Premed Advisory Program’s mission is to empower First and Second year premed students through mentorship, guidance, and access to resources.
Instagram: @pap_ucsc
Email: pap.ucsc@gmail.com
Project Smile UC Santa Cruz
Project Smile Santa Cruz is just one chapter of many around the globe, all trying to end oral health disparities in our local cities. We focus on providing free oral health education to vulnerable communities in effort to bridge the gap of health disparities among marginalized groups.
Instagram: @ProjectSmileUCSC
Email: ProjectSmileUCSC@gmail.com
Pupcycled at UCSC
Pupcycled at UCSC is a club focused on up cycling unused clothing into dog toys to minimize clothing waste and protect the environment. As a club we make host events making handmade dog toys to donate to local shelters in Santa Cruz.
Instagram: @pupcycleducsc
Email: pupcycleducsc@gmail.com
Quantum Computing at UCSC
A Quantum Computing research community focused on research opportunities, hands-on workshops and open-source projects.
Instagram: @ucscquantum
Email: ucscquantum@gmail.com
Quiz Bowl
UCSC’s Quiz Bowl team is a student organization focused on fast-paced academic competition. Members buzz in to answer questions across science, history, literature, arts, and pop culture while building teamwork and intellectual curiosity.
Email: pshastry@ucsc.edu
Raas Rangeela
UCSC Raas Rangeela is a competitive Raas/Garba dance team at the University of California, Santa Cruz.
Instagram: @raas_rangeelaa
Email: ucsc.raas@gmail.com
Sabrosura Latin Dance Troupe
We are a Latin organization that teaches various genres of Latin dance. We host workshops open to all and we also have an official dance team that performs at various events. Our goal is “To spread the Latin American and Caribbean culture and rituals through the art of dance”.
Instagram: @sabrosuraldt
Email: sabrosuraldt@gmail.com
Santa Cruz Fighting Game Community
A community where gamers who enjoy fighting games come together to compete and build community.
Email: cogiande@ucsc.edu
Shutterslug
Shutterslug is UC Santa Cruz’s only photography organization. We offer a space for undergrad student photographers of all ability levels to showcase their work. Each year, we publish a professionally printed magazine, Lightleak, compiled of photo submissions from students across campus.
Instagram: @shutterslugofficial
Sigma Lambda Beta International Fraternity Inc. (SLB)
Sigma Lambda Beta is a Latino-based, multicultural fraternity founded in 1986 that promotes brotherhood, scholarship, service, and cultural awareness while developing multicultural leaders on campus.
Instagram: @santacruzbetas
Email: fmiramon@ucsc.edu
Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority Inc.
Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority, Inc. is a social multicultural sisterhood/siblinghood of empowered members who have chosen this affiliation as a means to achieve personal development in their lives and make a difference in our global community; recognizing the need for togetherness.
Instagram: @ucscgammas
Email: ucsc.gammas@gmail.com
Sigma Mu Delta
The mission of Sigma Mu Delta is to unify pre-medical students in a brotherhood dedicated to academic excellence.Sigma Mu Delta is based on the principles of brotherhood, education, and dedication.
Instagram: @ucscsmd
Email: gammasmd@gmail.com
Sigma Omicron Pi (SOPi)
Sigma Omicron Pi is the first national Asian-American interest sorority based on these objectives: Unity, Friendship, Leadership, Service. We aim to promote awareness of Asian culture and foster lifelong friendships and unity. We are not Asian-exclusive and encourage everyone to join!
Instagram: @ucscsopi
Email: jaloau@ucsc.edu
Sigma Phi Zeta
Sigma Phi Zeta is a multicultural fraternity dedicated to upholding our four pillars of character: academic excellence, community service, brotherhood, and of course multiculturalism. We strive to uplift our community and our brothers while creating a safe and collaboratively diverse environment.
Instagram: @sigmaphizeta_fraternity
Email: ucscsigmaphizeta@gmail.com
Sigma Pi Alpha Sorority, Inc.
Sigma Pi Alpha Sorority, Inc. is a Chicana/Latina-based sorority that strives to empower women from all cultures through community service, campus involvement, and sisterhood. We hold our motto, “Mujeres con Cultura, Fuerza, y Hermandad” close to our hearts as it embodies our sisterhood, celebra
Instagram: @sigmapialpha_sororityinc
Email: CONTACT@SIGMAPIALPHA.ORG
Sikh Student Association
Our vision is to build a space where Sikh students can feel at home, stay connected to our roots, and create real community on campus. We want to celebrate our culture, support each other, and share Sikh values like seva and inclusivity with everyone around us.
Instagram: @ucsc_ssa
Email: sikhstudents@gmail.com
Slavic Student Association
A welcoming community for Slavic students to bond over their culture and celebrate their heritage.
Instagram: @ucscssa
Email: slavicstudentsucsc@gmail.com
Slug Anime and Manga Association
The Slug Anime and Manga Association (SAMA) is UCSC’s anime club! Our goal is to create a warm, fun space for anybody with an interest in Japanese media. We also aim to promote artists creating inspired original works and host events quarterly where artists can showcase their work!
Instagram: @sluganimeucsc
Email: sluganime@ucsc.edu
Slug Book Club
Undergraduate book club that picks a book of the month based off of various themes. We meet every week to hold reading section discussions and provide.
Instagram: @slugbookclub
Email: slugbookclub@gmail.com
Slug Fund Investment Group
We are a group of passionate students interested in learning about the world of finance and investments at UCSC. Our club aims to empower individuals with the knowledge, tools, and support they need to make informed investment decisions and achieve financial success.
Email: jolmorri@ucsc.edu
Slug Gaming
Slug Gaming is UC Santa Cruz’s student run gaming and esports club, welcoming players of all skill levels.nThey host competitive teams, casual gaming nights, and community events to connect all gamers.
Instagram: @sluggamingucsc
Email: ucscesportsclub@gmail.com
Slug Rhythm Game Enthusiasts
We are the Rhythm game club on campus, we host biweekly meetups where we allow students to play on our rhythm game setups as well as bring their own.
Email: tjmoss@ucsc.edu
Slug’ n Boots
Slug ‘n Boots is a weekly, beginner friendly line dance club. Bring your friends, and let’s cut footloose!
Instagram: @slugnboots
Email: mosnovik@ucsc.edu
SlugMUN (Model United Nations)
Focusing on law and foreign policy, Model United Nations helps engage through debate and public speaking. Currently ranked within the top 50 teams in North America, our team travels throughout California to engage in conferences.
Instagram: @ucscslugmun
Email: ucscslugmun@gmail.com
Slugs in Fishnets
UCSC’s very own Rocky Horror Picture Show shadow cast: Slugs in Fishnets! We are a student-run organization that works to provide a safe space for students to explore identity, expression, and queer culture by making our unique, experimental, fun, and adaptable theatrical tradition.
Instagram: @slugsinfishnets
Email: slugsinfishnets@gmail.com
SlugSpeak
A group of students exploring the art of Voice Work through student projects and an abridged series. Open to all levels of experience!
Instagram: @slugspeakatucsc
Email: slugspeakatucsc@gmail.com
Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers (SASE)
Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers (SASE) is a national organization with collegiate and professional chapters across the U.S. We host networking events, career development workshops, and social activities to support students in STEM fields.
Instagram: @ucscsase
Email: sase.ucsc@gmail.com
Society of Physics Students at UCSC (SPS)
SPS at UCSC, for and by physics students, aims to create an academic and social physics community that is welcoming, supportive, and inclusive.
Instagram: @ucscsps
Email: sps@ucsc.edu
Somos Latinx en Medicina
SOMOS Latinx en Medicina is a student-led organization that empowers Latinx and other pre-health students through community, mentorship, and opportunities.
Email: Somos.ucsc@gmail.com
South American Student Association
SASA aims to create cultural awareness, connections, and community for South American culture and peoples. Our goal is to make space for and diversify the representation of Latine cultures, such as by holding community events and meetings.
Instagram: @sasaucsc
Email: ucscsasa@gmail.com
Sports Analytics Club at UCSC
The Sports Analytics Club applies data science to solve real-world sports challenges, building essential portfolio skills for career success.
Instagram: @sa_ucsc
Email: sac.ucsc@gmail.com
Student Alliance of Native American and Indigenous Peoples (SANAI)
SANAI is a student-run organization that uplifts and supports Indigenous students on campus. Through social activities, we build community, and through advocacy efforts, we spread awareness about issues affecting the Indigenous peoples of Turtle Island.
Email: alcking@ucsc.edu
Student Cable Television (SCTV)
The parent organization of FPC and OTS, manages and hosts weekly meetings to support the broadcast organizations.
Instagram: @sctv_media
Email: studentcabletv@gmail.com
Student Doctor Alliance (SDA)
Pre-Health Organization that provides members with opportunities to get ahead in the pre-health field.
Instagram: @sda_ucsc
Email: slee423@ucsc.edu
Student Environmental Center (SEC)
We are building a community that prioritizes people and the planet. The Student Environmental Center seeks to create lasting initiatives that empower and educate others to implement sustainability at UCSC through student run projects guided by the Blueprint for a Sustainable Campus
Instagram: @enviroslug
Email: aiburgos@ucsc.edu
Student Initiated Outreach
The SIO team works under the Outreach side of E2. We facilitate various outreach programs and guided tours to showcase how historically underrepresented communities belong in higher education.
Instagram: @e2.ucsc
Email: engaging@ucsc.edu
Students for Sensible Drug Policy at UCSC (SSDP)
Guide constructive discussions to raise awareness, destigmatize, and educate about campus/national drug policy in accordance with the national SSDP mission.
Instagram: @ssdp_at_ucsc
Email: SSDPatUCSC@gmail.com
Tabletop Games Association
The Tabletop Games Association is dedicated to providing a safe and accessible place for UCSC students to meet and play tabletop games.
Email: feisley@ucsc.edu
Taiwanese Student Association (TSA)
A non-profit cultural student club at the University of California Santa Cruz. We are here to dedicate ourselves to providing a fun, safe, and supportive environment for overseas Taiwanese students, as well as anyone who is interested in Taiwanese culture!
Instagram: @ucsc_tsa
Email: ucsctsa@gmail.com
Taza Tal
Taza Tal is the premier award-winning South Asian Acapella team on campus. We compete nationally in the ASA circuit as well as perform at numerous on campus events throughout year.
Instagram: @officialtazatal
Email: ucsctazatal@gmail.com
Thai Student Association (Thaisa)
We are a group of Thai & Laotian students at UCSC hoping to create a safe community for students to learn and embrace their Thai Lao heritage! Through our club, we provide activities for students to immerse themselves in their mother languages and participant in culture-related activities.
Instagram: @tlsa.ucsc
Email: ucscthaisa@gmail.com
The Bioethics Club
(1) Forming Ethical Frameworks around Current Scientific Models, (2) Opportunities to participate in the National BioEthics Bowl, (3) Discussions with PhD students.
Email: ebostrom@ucsc.edu
The Slug Collective
UCSC’s official music production club! Connect and collaborate with creative minds across campus at our weekly meetings!
Instagram: @slug_collective
Email: theslugcollective@gmail.com
THRIVE Campus Ministries
We are a ministry on campus solely focused on doing personal Bible studies with students on Campus, and holding weekly events.
Instagram: @thrive.ucsc
Email: adebaez@ucsc.edu
Traditional East Asian & Rock (TEA&R)
We are a Traditional East Asian Band that plays East Asian music, such as Traditional Chinese music, C-pop, K-pop, and J-pop.
Email: xyuan42@ucsc.edu
Transgender Student Union
A club dedicated to the advocacy and well being of Trans students at UCSC.
Instagram: @tsu.ucsc
Email: tsu.ucsc@gmail.com
TWANAS (The Communities of People of Color Student Press)
TWANAS is one of the oldest student-run magazines at UC Santa Cruz. Dedicated to providing a mediaoutlet for students of color, TWANAS publishes approximately two issues per academic year and holds weekly staff meetings, with times and locations updated quarterly
Instagram: @twanas_press
Email: twanaspress@gmail.com
Undergraduate Neuroscience Club
To build a supportive community of individuals passionate about neuroscience. The club provides neuroscience, cognitive science, psychology, and related majors with opportunities to deepen their understanding of the field and prepare for future careers in pre-health, research, and other related.
Instagram: @ucsc.neuroclub
Email: kgariba3@ucsc.edu
Universities Allied for Essential Medicines at UCSC (UAEM at UCSC)
UAEM is a global student-led network advocating for access to publicly-funded medicines. We advocate for our universities, researchers, and pharmaceutical companies to adopt policies that advance global health equity and uphold their responsibility to address medicine access disparities.
Instagram: @uaem_ucsc
Email: lrilat@ucsc.edu
Vietnamese Student Association (VSA)
Founded in 1999, the Vietnamese Student Association at UCSC is a student-led, non-profit organization dedicated to promoting cultural awareness and diversity. VSA aims to develop an appreciation for our own identities, value the diversity of our campus, & find similarities that connect us.
Instagram: @ucscvsa
Email: vsa.ucsc@gmail.com
Women and Allies In Law
The purpose and mission of Women in Law is to provide a safe space for women and all students interested in pursuing a career in the legal field.
Instagram: @ucscwomeninlaw
Women in Business
The purpose of Santa Cruz Women in Business is to provide professional development by empowering women in cross functional interests to achieve more.
Instagram: @ucscwib
Email: ucsc.wib@gmail.com
Women in Science Society
This is a club for women in science/STEM, we host events that are curated to specific majors, offer career advice, and provide a place where women can meet other peers in STEM!
Instagram: @wss.ucsc
Email: wss.ucsc@gmail.com
Women’s Wellness Club
The Women’s Wellness Club is dedicated to building a diverse community that takes an interdisciplinary approach at discussing the wellbeing of women and allies.
Instagram: @wwc.ucsc
Email: wwc.ucsc@gmail.com
World System Builder at UCSC
We teach practical skills through workshops and mentorship, and our goal is to make financial literacy accessible and help students take control of their financial futures.
Instagram: @wsb_ucsc
Email: wsbucsc@gmail.com
Youth Health Focus
Youth Health Focus (YHF) is a student-led organization dedicated to promoting health equity through education, outreach, and community action.
Instagram: @yhf_ucsantacruz
Email: yhfucsc@gmail.com
Yu-Gi-Oh @ UCSC
We are a community about all things Yugioh, with a focus on the TCG.
Email: ucscyugioh@gmail.com
Zebra Club
The mission of Zebra Club is to uplift and empower students who experience physical disabilities, chronic illnesses, and chronic pain, regardless of diagnostic status, by building a community and raising awareness of our experiences.
Instagram: @ucsc.zebraclub
Email: zebraclub.ucsc@gmail.com
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Suspended Organizations
| Students for Justice in Palestine | The Registered Student Organization is currently under suspension until September 14, 2026 and may not engage in activities reserved for University sponsored Organizations. SJP is Suspended for a number of policy violations including UC Santa Cruz Time, Place and Manner requirements. |
Dismissed Organizations
| Delta Omega Chi Fraternity | Dismissed by UC Santa Cruz in 2003 as a result of risk management violations including the removal of a koi fish from the pond and its death. |
| Lambda Phi Epsilon Fraternity | Dismissed by UC Santa Cruz in 2018 as a result of risk management violations. |
| Pi Alpha Phi Fraternity | Dismissed by UC Santa Cruz in 2021 as a result of risk management violations including hazing. |
| Psi Chi Omega Fraternity | Dismissed by UC Santa Cruz in 2005 as a result of risk managment violations including hazing. |
| Sigma Pi Fraternity | Dismissed by UC Santa Cruz in 2022 as a result of risk management violations and failure to comply with university sanctions. |
| Ski & Snowboard Club | Dismissed by UC Santa Cruz as a result of risk management violations. |
| Tau Kappa Epsilon | Dismissed by UC Santa Cruz in 2025 as a result of risk management violations. |
| Theta Chi Fraternity | Dismissed by UC Santa Cruz in 2019 as a result of risk management violations and failure to comply with University sanctions including hazing. |