Damned Spot Theatre Club
Who: This student group is open to any student at Oakland Community College.
What: The Damned Spot Theatre Club provides Oakland Community College students with a space
to engage in and discuss theatrical pursuits. No matter their major, all Oakland Community
College students are welcome to join us to perform and share their passion for the
theatrical arts while bonding with other like-minded students.
Advisor: Jennifer Little
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Dental Hygienists Association
Who: Open by invitation only to students attending Oakland Community College.
What: The professional organization for dental hygienists is the ADHA. There is a state
component (Michigan Dental Hygienists Association) and a local component for Oakland
County. Activities include dental health presentations to local schools and community
organizations. All incoming dental hygiene students are charged a membership fee of
$65 a year. Students are elected to the board from the student membership. The officers
include: president & treasurer (2nd year students) and vice president & secretary
(1st year students).
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Featherstone Fabricators
Who: This student group is open to any student at Oakland Community College.
What: Whether you are an experienced maker, just starting out, or don't know how to start,
we are here for you! Hone your skills by working on your projects or a group project
or learn a new skill from a fellow Featherstone Fabricator. You can try your hand
at: welding, sheet metal work, 3D printing, CAD, CNC woodworking, even electronics
and jewelry. Enjoy lectures from and networking with leading industry professionals.
There is something here for everyone. We are here to help each other.
Advisor: Cameron Berrier
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Forensic Team
Who: This student group is open to any student at Oakland Community College.
What: This speech, performance and debate team, Forensic Team, competes from September-April, travels to two or three tournaments a semester, and
Oakland Community College covers the cost of judging, registration and etc. Undergraduate
students can compete in one or more events (Informative Speaking, Poetry, Dramatic
Interpretation, Parliamentary Debate and more), earn college credit for their work,
and can even be eligible for scholarship money. See Michigan Intercollegiate Speech League (MISL) and Oakland Community College Forensics on Facebook for more information.
Advisor: Carole Bennett | 248.522.3692
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Gen Graphics
Who: This student group is open to any student at Oakland Community College.
What: The purpose of the OCC Graphic Design Club is to create a community of students interested
in design. We offer members an opportunity to show, share, and openly exchange the
new skills they learn and the new tools they acquire. Members collaborate on the creation
of new projects, and they engage in critiquing designs created by fellow members.
We also provide a space to learn how to manage team projects and work on assignments.
Advisor: Peter Schade
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Who: This student group is open to any student at Oakland Community College.
What: IGNITE is a national, non-partisan organization that is dedicated to building a movement
of the next generation of political leaders, organizers, and policy makers. IGNITE
is currently the largest young women's political organization in the country & has
chapters all across the country, and now there is a new chapter at Oakland Community
College. Some events and opportunities that we will be holding include voter registration
resources, civic educational and engagement, connecting with women in political power,
along with professional networking and career development.
Advisor: Kimberlea Reid
Get Involved: Fill out membership form | Follow us on Instagram
Who: This student group is open to any student at Oakland Community College.
What: We, the students of Oakland Community College are of multiethnic origin, and in order
to promote international goodwill and friendship, unite to ordain and establish this
constitution. Let there be understanding and respect among us; derived from our efforts
as scholars, and our respective social and cultural heritage.
Advisors: Sarah Lemelin | Jessica Lizardi
Get Involved: Follow us on Facebook| Instagram
InterVarsity Christian Fellowship
Who: This student group is open to any student at Oakland Community College.
What: We are a campus ministry that advances witnessing communities of students and faculty.
Working to transform students, renew campuses, and develop world-changers.
Advisor: Mark Hopkins
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Nursing Student Association
Who: Open by invitation only to students attending Oakland Community College.
What: The Oakland Community College Nursing Student Association (OCCNSA) is an active group
within the nursing program, the college and the community. It is a chapter member
of the state (Michigan Nursing Student Association) and the national (National Student
Nurse Association) organizations. OCCNSA is the largest chapter in the state of Michigan
and 4th in the national group. OCCNSA holds monthly meetings on the second Monday
of each month with special speakers. The group is also involved in many community
activities including collecting school supplies for area children, food and blanket
drives for area shelters, and volunteering in the Mobile Nurse Clinic. For more information,
please visit the NSA Facebook page.
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OCCinema
Who: This student group is open to any student at Oakland Community College.
What: OCCinema is affiliated with the art of filmmaking and the importance of celebrating
it. The purpose of this organization is to produce content/films and bring together
a creative community of likeminded individuals in order to foster and celebrate the
passion of filmmaking.
Advisor: Jack Cronin
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Who: This student group is open to any student at Oakland Community College.
What: The Optimist Club at Auburn Hills Campus is the collegiate branch of Optimists International,
Clarkston, Michigan chapter. Optimist International is a worldwide volunteer organization
made up of more than 2,500 clubs world-wide with 95+ clubs within the Michigan District.
Optimist Club members work each day to make the future brighter by bringing out the
best in children, in their communities, and in themselves. Our collegiate club is
committed to optimism and self-development for the improvement of youth and community.
It gives OCC students opportunity to help local youth through membership in one of
the largest service organizations in North America. Our campus branch specializes
in outreach, friendships and advocacy for OCC students and youth with autism spectrum
disorder. This club is open to students on all five campuses.
Advisor: Robin Brose
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Who: Open by invitation only to students attending Oakland Community College.
What: The path to opportunity begins with Phi Theta Kappa, the world's most prestigious
honor society for two-year colleges. Becoming a member of this elite organization
helps students excel in college and beyond. As a Phi Theta Kappa member, students
gain access to nearly $37 million in exclusive transfer scholarships to approximately
750 four-year colleges and universities.
Advisors: Brenda Lowery | Heidi Renton | Johnna Balk
Get Involved:Visit Phi Theta Kappa page
Queer Student Alliance (QSA)
Who: This student group is open to any student at Oakland Community College.
What: The goal of the QSA is to create a safe space for LGBTQ+ people and allies to discuss
LGBTQ+ experiences and issues, play games, socialize, and meet other LGBTQ+ people!
Advisors: Brittany Kelley | Nicole Castle-Kelly
SIGN Club
Who: Open by invitation only to students attending Oakland Community College.
What: Support, Inspire, Grow and Network! The SIGN Club seeks to support and expand student
knowledge of and experiences in American Sign Language and the Deaf community. The
club holds workshops and maintains a strong presence at community events. Its members
share ideas and experiences in order to grow at a professional and personal level.
Advisor: Diana Campbell
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Spanish Reconnect (SR)
Who: This student group is open to any student at Oakland Community College.
What: We are a club that wants to inspire students to form and maintain natural conversation
in a relaxed, informal environment without fear of judgement. We want to help students
gain confidence in their Spanish-speaking abilities and allow non-Spanish speakers
of Hispanic origin a chance to reconnect with their language. We will strive to provide
a collaborative study group atmosphere where students can meet up and help each other
with Spanish assignments or projects.
Advisors: Lindsey Mattson | Roxana Zuniga
Student Alliance of Helping Professionals (SAHP)
Who: This student group is open to any student at Oakland Community College.
What: To serve and support the students of Oakland Community College, to enhance self-awareness,
empower academic and career success, promote professional development in the mental
health and helping professions, and excite community engagement in the context of
a safe space for all members. We will fulfill this mission through service-based activities,
encouragement of self-care, collaboration and professional networking within and outside
of Oakland Community College.
Advisor: Kelli Marks
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Student Government
Who: This student group is open to any student at Oakland Community College.
What: Student Government exists to promote student involvement in campus activities, assist and maintain order
among student organizations, represent concerns brought forth by the student body,
and encourage community outreach.
When: Once a month.
Where: In person and virtual option.
Advisors: Brenda Lowery | Heidi Renton | Lloyd Crews
Get Involved: Visit Student Government page
Student Veteran Association (SVA)
Who: This student group is open to any student at Oakland Community College.
What: The SVA's mission is to provide military veterans with the resources, support and
advocacy needed to succeed in higher education and following graduation.
Advisor: Jeff Arnold | 248.232.4337
Get Involved: Follow us on Facebook
Students for a Democratic Society (SDS)
Who: This student group is open to any student at Oakland Community College.
What: SDS is a student-lead, student-organized, grassroots organization dedicated to fighting
all forms of oppression on OCC campuses and the community. We are anti-racist, anti-war,
and anti-fascist.
Advisor: Jeff Farah
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Transfer Resource Club
Who: This student group is open to any student at Oakland Community College.
What: Please join the Oakland Community College Transfer Resource Club to learn how to make
a seamless transition to your future! The Transfer Club explores transfer options
to various 4-year institutions, campus visits, essay writing guidance, Free Application
for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) assistance, and general assistance with all things
related to transferring. If you have plans to eventually transfer from Oakland Community
College to another university or college in Michigan or out-of-state, this club is
for you.
Advisors: Julie Seiler | Nahrein Atkinson
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Turning Point USA at Oakland Community College (TPUSAOCC)
Who: This student group is open to any student at Oakland Community College.
What: To educate students about the importance of fiscal responsibility, free markets, and
capitalism, through innovative campus activism and non-partisan, thought-provoking
discussion.
Advisor: Gordon Morse
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