Clubs and Organizations

Student Clubs and Activities at PennWest California

Bring out the best in yourself - and get the most out of PennWest California.

College is so much more than what you learn in the classroom. PennWest California encourages active participation in character-building, experience-enhancing clubs and activities.

With more than 100 student clubs and organizations, plus countless activities, student leadership opportunities and events on campus, there's something for everyone at PennWest California. 

Student Clubs and Organizations

Whether you're into anthropology or ultimate Frisbee, there are endless ways share your passions and broaden your skills at PennWest California. We have 100+ student organizations and clubs devoted to academic interests, the arts, campus communities, communications, student leadership, faith and religion, politics, volunteering, sports and recreation, and more. 

Are you interested in learning more? View short videos, slideshows, and social media submitted by a selection of clubs still active during the Spring 2021 semester. 

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Student Association Inc. (SAI)

Student Association Inc. (SAI) is a 501c3 nonprofit owned by the students at PennWest California that manages the clubs and organizations on campus. 

Contact:
SAI Business Office
Natali Student Center, Room 332 - directly above the Gold Rush
Phone: 724-938-4303
Email: sai@calu.edu
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

PennWest California Fraternity and Sorority Life

PennWest California offers a rich tradition of college fraternities (Greek letter organizations for men) and sororities (Greek letter organizations for women). Social activities, student leadership, scholarship and community are at the core of PennWest California Fraternity and Sorority Life. And because all PennWest California fraternities and sororities adhere to the University's values of integrity, civility and responsibility, there's no hazing allowed.

Learn about PennWest California Fraternity and Sorority Life

Student Activities

There is never a shortage of student activities at PennWest California. Our University knows that every student is different, so we cater to a wide variety of interests. PennWest California student activities include:

• PennWest California Homecoming and special events.
• Concerts, movies and musical productions.
• Intramural sports, fitness and recreation.
• Outdoor activities at Roadman Park and the SAI Farm.
• CUTV California University Television, WCAL Radio and the student newspaper, The Cal Times.

Check out PennWest California student activities on Twitter and Facebook.

Peer Mentoring

Get an insider's view of PennWest California - even before you start school. One of the best ways for freshmen and new transfer students to have a top college experience is through our Peer Mentoring Program. This program pairs first-year students with upperclassmen who often are in the same major or share similar interests.

Peer mentoring provides:

• A built-in resource to talk with about what to expect when you arrive at PennWest California.
• A great guide to help you navigate the campus, college events, social life and academic responsibilities.

For more information, contact PennWest California's Peer Mentoring Program at 724-938-1682 or mentoring@calu.edu.

Student Leadership

Learn critical skills such as public speaking, team building and conflict resolution in PennWest California's competitive emerging leaders program. Or lead your fellow students by joining the student government. At PennWest California there are countless student leadership opportunities that will build your capacity to deal with complex problems.

Campus Ministry

Located in PennWest California's hub of student life, the Natali Student Center, the University's campus ministry engages and supports students through character development, prayer, learning, service and social interaction. Campus ministry chaplains represent various faiths and can put students in touch with priests, ministers, clerics or rabbis of their chosen denomination in California, Pennsylvania, and the surrounding area. 

STAND Campus Ministry

• Pete Ware
• ware@calu.edu

STAND meets:

• 9 p.m. Wednesdays
• Morgan Hall Auditorium

New Life Christian Fellowship

• Kim Carson
• New Life Christian Fellowship
• carson_k@calu.edu

Impact:

• 7 p.m. Thursdays
• Natali 319

Cal ROCKS

• Rev. Albert Carver
  OFM Cap
  Email: albertcarver413@gmail.com
  Phone: (202) 997-9144
• Meghan Larsen-Reidy
  Catholic Campus Minister
  Email: larsenreidy@calu.edu
• Sunday Mass in Old Main Chapel at 5 p.m. Thursday Adoration in Natali 159 at 5 p.m.