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The African Caribbean Association (ACA) is dedicated to the enhancement and unification of African and Caribbean students at Old Dominion University. The African Caribbean Association remains committed to securing the interests of African and Caribbean students. It strives to promote an awareness of African and Caribbean cultures, and continues to foster unity among all students at Old Dominion University.
_______________________________________ Asian Pacific American Student Union Keith Chow founded the Asian Pacific American Student Union in 1998. Since the beginning, APASU has sought to improve communications between on-campus Asian organizations, as well as provide a voice for the Asian American community here at Old Dominion. APASU offers itself as an open forum for all things Asian American, and strives to be the center of the Asian American community at ODU. This year, APASU has worked closely with Multicultural Student Services in the _______________________________________ The Black Student Alliance (BSA) at Old Dominion University is an organization designed to enhance the awareness of issues facing the Black community both on and off campus, as well as promote the development of all students. BSA strives to be very active on campus, providing programs of interest, and enjoyment for the student body as a whole, not just the Black population.For more information on BSA, feel free to leave a message for us in our mailbox at the OSAL office or at The Hugo A. Owens African American Cultural Center on 49th Street.
_______________________________________ Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. was founded on January 13, 1913, on the campus of Howard University by 22 educated Black women. The Lambda Eta Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. was chartered on the campus of Old Dominion University as the first Black-Greek lettered organization on _______________________________________ If you are looking to get your "praise on" - come listen to the voices of Ebony Impact Gospel Choir (EI). With a repertoire ranging from upbeat contemporary music, praise and worship to old school gospel, EI represents the old and new traditions of gospel music in the African American community. However, EI is not limited to African American students as it does have a diverse membership.
_______________________________________ Filipino American Student Association FASA is known to stay active year-round. This past Summer, we performed traditional dances, such as Tinikling, PayPay, Aray, and Owasiwas, at local military bases in honor of the Asian Pacific Heritage Month celebration. We also participated in the Filipino American Intercollegiate Networking Dialog _______________________________________ Hillel is a student organization for Jewish Undergraduates and Graduates at _______________________________________ The Latino Student Alliance was established to ensure the development of Latino students at Old Dominion University. Through various social, educational, and cultural activities, we hope to invoke a sense of pride within the Latino students of ODU. Ultimately the goal is to not only become closely involved with the other Multicultural groups, but to provide a place for support for Latino students. The Latino Student Alliance holds meetings every two weeks in the Webb Center; we welcome all students of Old Dominion to attend.
_______________________________________ National Society of Black Engineers The National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) is a non-profit student run organization that devotes itself to academic excellence, community service, leadership and cultural diversity. NSBE does not exclude any person who is not an engineer or engineering major. However, many of our members possess, or are in the process of receiving, a degree in engineering, engineering technology, or an applied physical science. Our mission is to increase the number of culturally responsible Black engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally, and impact the community positively. _______________________________________ ODU Out’s mission includes establishing a community of those concerned about gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender (GLBT) issues; providing a voice for the GLBT community and its allies on campus; educating the university community about these issues; and working to protect, maintain, and advance GLBT rights in the university community. This group has been active on campus, especially during GLBT Cultural Month (October). The theme this past October was “Got Rights?” and some of the events held were GAYmes Day, discussions about religion and homosexuality and being transgender, and we showed the films “But I’m a Cheerleader” and “Soldier’s Girl.”
_______________________________________ The Pagan Student Alliance just finished its first full year as a recognized organization at ODU. The PSA is a secular organization that works to educate the ODU and surrounding communities about alternative spirtualities and tolerance of all religions.In November, we held the most extensive lecture in ODU history. The five-hour lecture contained ten lecturers from all different faiths. These included Rabbi Forman, Rev. David Persons (both from ODU), Neva Shultz, Kimana Lemaster (a recent ODU alumnus), and more.The PSA also works with its big brother (so to speak), PagaNet, Inc. It is a nonprofit organization that holds conferences and puts out a magazine about Pagan issues, which is now circulated worldwide. This year we were heavily involved in PagaNet's Harvest Faire. This is a three-day fundraiser /Renaissance fair that takes place in October every year.
_______________________________________ Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. was founded at Howard University in Washington, D.C., January 9, 1914, by three young African American male students. The founders deeply wished to create an organization that viewed itself as "a part of" the general community rather than "a part from" the general community. They believed that each potential member should be judged by his own merits rather than his family background or affluence without regard to race, nationality, skin tone or texture of hair. They desired for their fraternity to exist as part of even a greater brotherhood which would be devoted to the "inclusive we" rather than the "exclusive we." Website: http://orgs.odu.edu/phibetasigma/_______________________________________ South Asian Cultural Association South Asian Cultural Association was founded on campus in Fall of 2005. Through traditional, social, political and cultural events, SACA aims to ensure that the nations of South Asia ( Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka) are not only well represented but are also being understood by the ODU community. SACA helps to establish common ground with the students who are from South Asia and others. SACA is open to anyone who has an interest in South Asian culture. _______________________________________ Class. Style. Grace. These words describe the essence of the women of Sigma Gamma Rho. Since its birth in 1922 on the campus of Butler University, Indiana, women of Sigma strive for excellence in themselves, each other, and their communities. Seven schoolteachers organized the sorority with the vision that self-respect, knowledge, and discipline through study would help individuals recognize their duty and responsibility to society. Theta Chi’s members are involved in many organizations, clubs, and dedicate many hours to community service.
_______________________________________ Sigma Lambda Upsilon, Señoritas Latinas Unidas Sorority, Inc. was established on December 1, 1987, at Binghamton University. The organization was created to provide not only sisterhood but also to foster academic excellence, leadership, community service, and cultural awareness. The Omega Chapter of Sigma Lambda Upsilon was established on March 30, 2002, on the campus of Old Dominion University.In the Fall of 2003, the Omega Chapter hosted “Raices,” “Savor the Richness Banquet,” and hosted the off-Broadway play, “Yo Soy Latina.” The Omega Chapter also received the Caciques Award for Leadership at its national convention this past December. _______________________________________ Sword of the Spirit Bible Study has been in existence since 1999, when a college Junior named Alton "A.J." Jamison decided to have a Bible study with some friends in Whitehurst Hall. Since then, Sword of the Spirit has grown into a weekly Bible study that meets in the Williamsburg Room, Webb University Center. From the foundation of this one Bible study, we have seen the introduction of the Hallelujah Dance Team, which has performed in Virginia from Richmond to Norfolk. We have also made it our goal to give back to the community at large.In the past, Sword of the Spirit worked with other Christian organizations to create a Gospel Apollo Night, and this past Fall, they had a successful benefit concert (otherwise known as the Gospel Hip Hop Night), which raised money and collected food for those in need in the Norfolk area
_______________________________________ Vietnamese Student Association The Vietnamese Student Association of Old Dominion University promotes awareness of social issues THAT IMPACT Vietnamese and Vietnamese Americans. We are involved in the promotion of Vietnamese culture and participate in any Asian American organizations that will benefit our members, our campus, and our community. Each semester, VSA of ODU sponsors a variety of activities. These activities include dances, parties, cultural events, picnics and camping trips. Our annual special events include Egg Roll Night in the Fall, and Tet Show and Relay For Life in the Spring. Website: http://orgs.odu.edu/vsa/ _______________________________________ Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. was founded on the campus of Howard University on January 16, 1920. Zeta Phi Beta Sorority was founded on the principles of Scholarship, Service, Sisterly Love, and Finer Womanhood. The members of this organization are women who strive to excel far beyond their potential. The young ladies of the Rho Nu chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority set high standards for their members and work toward helping others in all of their endeavors. The women of this chapter are devoted to service and continue to uplift the principles of their sorority. Website: http://orgs.odu.edu/zetaphibeta/
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