Student Clubs and Organizations

The college experience isn’t complete without campus involvement! Student Life at College of the Mainland provides various opportunities to get involved and connected with peers on campus through clubs and organizations. From leadership to leisure, there are plenty of clubs and organizations to make the most of your time at COM.

Leadership

Graduating in Fall 2024 from COM’s Collegiate High School with an associate degree, Adrian Castaneda was a student on campus looking to grow and take advantage of the resources and opportunities around him. Getting involved with several clubs and organizations, Adrian was the president of the Minority Men for Excellence (MM4E) club, the Public Relations Officer for Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) International Honor Society – Sigma Theta Chapter and a Presidential Ambassador.

“Being around people and making yourself uncomfortable helps you improve,” said Adrian. “I looked at these clubs as opportunity to be uncomfortable, sharpen myself and expand my skillset.”

Networking, leadership and critical thinking are just a few of the many skills that can be obtained and developed by participating in campus clubs and organizations.

“Writing has become a lot easier,” said Adrian. “I’m able to interpret things with a more mature mindset and look from a different angle.” “I believe a big part of that is speaking with different people and adopting different points of views from
mentors and people I’ve met through the clubs.”

Culture

Celebrating cultures and heritage is a key way to ensure that representation and inclusivity are happening on campus. Learning and exploring different cultures other than our own helps to create understanding and connection with one another inside and outside the classroom.

Coming from a Latino household and background, Collegiate High school student Juvoni Lozano is helping spread the cultural significance and importance of a culture other than his own in his role as the president of the Japanese Culture Club (JCC). From
setting up hands-on activities like origami, to practicing cultural traditions like KFC Christmas, the JCC is creating a space for students to come together and learn about the Japanese culture.

“We’re human and our cultures, languages and experiences all tie together,” said Juvoni.

“Joining a club helps you get that life experience so you can be better off in the future.”

Leisure

Taking the time out to explore your interests and hobbies is important. Leisure clubs provide an outlet to de-stress and connect with those that have similar interests.

Reyna Montalvo is a graphic design major and the president of the COM Art Club. Art majors, art enthusiast and those looking to be creative gather to participate in various art activities including online art games and creating custom trading cards.