Clubs

The APIDA Club is a dedicated student organization committed to celebrating and promoting the diverse cultures of Asian, Pacific Islander, and Desi communities. Our mission is to foster a supportive and inclusive environment where students can engage in cultural discussions, share traditions, and enhance their understanding of our rich heritages.

Objectives:

Cultural Discussions: Facilitate meaningful dialogues about the unique cultural backgrounds and experiences of our members.

Cultural Sharing: Promote the exchange of traditions, festivals, and customs from various APIDA cultures.

Event Participation: Organize and participate in events at the APIDA Center, including cultural festivals, workshops, and guest speaker sessions.

Campus Involvement: Encourage active participation in campus life through community service projects, leadership opportunities, and collaborative events with other student organizations.

The APIDA Club aims to celebrate diversity, build lasting connections, and contribute positively to the campus community.

Advisor: Joey Quenga
Email: jquenga@cypresscollege.edu

The AVC is a student organization dedicated to expanding the presence of the arts within the community and abroad through outreach, social and educational events, workshops, networking, and professional mentorship.

Advisor: Donivan Howard
Email: dhoward@cypresscollege.edu

American Society of Heating, Refrigeration, and Air-Conditioning Engineers

Advisor: Carlos Urquidi
Email: curquidi@cypresscollege.edu

ASL Chargers provides a safe environment for students to learn and practice American Sign Language. The organization also raises awareness about the Deaf Community and Deaf Culture through educational activities and ASL games, while also providing opportunities for students to socialize and connect with others.

Advisor: Sandra Garcia
Email: sgarcia@cypresscollege.edu

An aviation club on campus offers students pursuing aviation—a career often marked by its individualistic nature and varied schedules—a valuable sense of community. In a field where each person’s journey is unique and often solitary, an aviation club creates a shared space for students to connect, exchange knowledge, and support one another. This camaraderie helps alleviate the isolation that can come with the profession, making the journey to becoming a pilot or aviation professional more enjoyable and rewarding. Beyond networking, the club fosters friendships, mentorship opportunities, and a collective passion for flight, enriching the overall college experience.

Advisor: Thomas Sutfin
Email: tsutfin@cypresscollege.edu

The Biology Club at Cypress College is an opportunity for students to explore their interests in biology, and connect with like-minded individuals. The club’s focus is volunteering, discussion, tutoring sessions, and more to help students grow beyond the classroom. By joining the Biology Club, students can have fun, meet new people, and gain valuable experiences that will benefit them both academically and personally.

Advisor: Taylor Anderson-McGill
Email: tanderson-mcgill@cypresscollege.edu

The Black Scholars Alliance (BSA) is a safe space where we EMPOWER each other, UPLIFT one another, and be UNAPOLOGETICALLY ourselves while on our educational journey. In UNITY We Journey TOGETHER.

Advisor: Teresa Chevalier
Email: tchevalier@cypresscollege.edu

Black STEM Academy Club is a community encouraging the success of Black STEM students by providing a community through academics, networking through different opportunities, and providing available resources to help you throughout your time at Cypress College.

Advisor: Phyllis Mays
Email: pmays@cypresscollege.edu

Business Club provides students with an interest in business various opportunities through mentorship programs, events, and weekly informational meetings. Business Club aims to enrich students’ career knowledge and readiness by offering hands-on experiences, networking opportunities, and professional development resources. Our goal is to prepare members for successful careers in the business world.

Advisor: Ann Sheridan-Solis
Email: asolis@cypresscollege.edu

We are bringing the love of God on campus, through the teachings of the Catholic Church. In this group, praying, blessing, and preaching are our three core ideals. Students will get an opportunity to freely worship God through prayer and fellowship. We aim for students of the Catholic faith, as well as those interested, to find a home in our group.

Advisor: Nicole Ledesma
Email: nledesma@cypresscollege.edu

College Christian Fellowship aims to encourage students in their faith and college journey. We will foster friendships and fellowship by sharing our testimonies, our college goals and praying for one another. It is a supportive environment for learning, growing and building our trust in God. It is a safe place to talk about Jesus, scriptures, and ask for prayer. We meet every Thursday 12:45-1:45 p.m. in CCCPLX-419.

Advisor: Daniel Pelletier
Email: dpelletier@cypresscollege.edu

The Creative Guild offers a safe space for all creatives including poets, writers, artists, musicians, etc. We indulge in our creative mediums, expand our knowledge with other creative forms, and provide a prosperous and successful environment for students to achieve success.

Advisor: Ashton Politanoff
Email: apolitanoff@cypresscollege.edu

Cypress College Veterans Organization (CCVO) aims to bring together the military-affiliated and general student body for extracurricular activities outside of the academic setting. Through club meetings, community service, and enjoyable events, the CCVO provides opportunities for students to engage with one another in a setting outside of the classroom.

Advisor: Nicholas Gutierrez
Email: ngutierrez@cypresscollege.edu

The Cypress VRC Women’s Unit(y) group is designed to empower female-identifying military-connected students and facilitate an environment that is supportive of its culture. The goal is to establish connections, professional networks, and lifelong friendships while fostering personal growth, leadership skills, and advocacy for gender equality within the military community. We strive to provide resources, mentorships, and opportunities for personal and professional development to create a platform where every woman feels valued, respected, and equipped to succeed in their academic and personal endeavors.

Advisor: Esmeralda Martin
Email: emartin@cypresscollege.edu

The mission of Dance Club is to provide a safe and positive creative space for all students on campus who want to express themselves through dance and the arts. Students will be able to connect with each other as they network, plan events, and friendly competitions that promote diversity, equity, social justice, and community. We believe the voices of all the members in the club are imperative to the growth and longevity of our mission as a visual and performing arts collective.

Advisor: Maha Afra
Email: mafra@cypresscollege.edu

Data Club welcomes ambitious students of all majors to learn about how statistical data is applied to various areas of studies and how it can be used to advance our knowledge about things. Members will get to take part in schoolwide research and learn about Data Science/Analytics. No prior experience is needed, just a curious mind and a committed heart!

Advisor: Michael Gould
Email: mgould@cypresscollege.edu

The Engineering Society at Cypress College is dedicated to enhancing the academic and professional journey of engineering students. We aim to offer a range of resources and opportunities, including networking events, and hands-on activities to foster community. Our events are tailored to support your growth and build lasting relationships with peers. We work closely with the STEM Center to provide planned activities. All students are welcome, regardless of major! Join us to explore new avenues, gain valuable insights, and thrive in a collaborative environment.

Advisor: Sandra Rocha
Email: srocha@cypresscollege.edu

The ESL Club is dedicated to non-native English speakers who want to practice English through fun activities. Our purpose is not only to learn English but also to promote kindness, support, and the exchange of culture between students. We aim to build confidence for students, regardless of their language barriers.

Advisor: Alison Robertson
Email: arobertson@cypresscollege.edu

The Cypress Fashion Club is a vibrant student organization dedicated to the exploration and celebration of fashion. We aim to foster creativity and innovation in fashion design, styling, and merchandising through workshops, events, and collaborative projects. Members gain valuable industry insights, develop their skills, and build a strong network with fellow fashion enthusiasts. Whether you’re passionate about design, interested in the business side of fashion, or simply love keeping up with the latest trends, the Cypress Fashion Club offers a supportive community for all fashion aficionados. Join us to inspire and be inspired in the world of fashion!

Advisor: Janet Owen Driggs
Email: jdriggs@cypresscollege.edu

In Film Production Club we actually make films, host film festivals, and have movie nights.

Advisor: Charles Gray
Email: cgray@cypresscollege.edu

Our mission is to empower students with the knowledge and skills necessary to understand the convoluted world of finance, explore diverse career opportunities in finance, and manage personal relationships to create new networking opportunities.

Advisor: Kasim Alimahomed
Email: kalimahomed@cypresscollege.edu

F.I.T.E. Club’s primary purpose is to help justice-involved students discover a sense of purpose, overcome internalized and externalized stigma, and become successful students and productive members of society. We host weekly meetings for fellowship and community, offer peer-to-peer and community support, and strive to make Cypress College as inclusive as possible for our student population.

Advisor: Giovani Hortua
Email: ghortua@cypresscollege.edu

The Cypress College Gamer’s Guild brings together students passionate about gaming through casual tournaments, online events, and official esports competitions. We welcome players of all skill levels, providing opportunities to connect, compete, and grow in a supportive environment. Join us to hone your gaming skills, make new friends, and represent Cypress College in exciting tournaments!

Advisor: Bret Clarke
Email: bclarke@cypresscollege.edu

The Honors Program is designed to encourage talent and ability in highly motivated students to being their academic studies and prepare to transfer to a four-year college or university. The program provides a unique, seminar-like environment with close academic and social interaction with outstanding faculty and other highly motivated honors students. Guest speakers, cultural events, and field trips enhance the challenging and creative learning experience.

Advisor: Kathryn Sonne
Email: ksonne@cypresscollege.edu

The International Club is a student-run organization that allows cultural exchange and global understanding. It brings together both international and domestic students through events. The club helps international students adjust to college life while offering local students opportunities to learn about different cultures and global perspectives. By organizing social gatherings, educational workshops, and trips, the club creates a welcoming community where students can form lasting friendships and celebrate diversity, making the college experience richer and more inclusive for all members.

Advisor: Vivian Kim
Email: vkim@cypresscollege.edu

To spread the cultural experience of Japan to students by doing Japanese movie nights, presentations, and trips to different Japanese events.

Advisor: Mihoko Luther
Email: mluther@cypresscollege.edu

Karma 4 Change is a philanthropy club promoting charitable giving, fundraising, and volunteerism to support meaningful causes. The club’s primary goal is to enhance the well-being of others through volunteer efforts in various areas of Cypress College that require additional support. In addition to organizing impactful events and initiatives, the club aims to foster a strong sense of community and collaboration across campus.

Advisor: Jason Thibodeau
Email: jthibodeau@cypresscollege.edu

Math Club enables students to expand their academic endeavors through interactive activities, social events, and other math opportunities. The club enriches students’ academic, social, and leading success through fun and educational activities while allowing them to connect with other like-minded students. Events include math competitions, Pi Day, Game Day, Movie Day, guest speakers, and potlucks.

Advisor: Christina Plett
Email: cplett@cypresscollege.edu

Are you a skeptic? Do you enjoy deep conversations about the meaning of life? If so, Philosophy Club is the club for you! Philosophy Club is intended to bring students together to discuss different viewpoints, question anything and everything, and most importantly, to gain a deeper understanding of the fundamental aspects of existence, knowledge, ethics, and reality. Our club is a safe space and encourages students to keep an open mind to different viewpoints. Join our club today!

Advisor: Willis Heusser
Email: wheusser@cypresscollege.edu

Photography Club is a place for students of all majors to engage in a creative outlet. No photography experience is required.

Advisor: Aydinaneth Ortiz
Email: aortiz@cypresscollege.edu

Political Science Club provides a safe space where members can discuss, learn, and debate political issues freely. Each meeting we intend to discuss a particular issue, maybe even feature a guest speaker. We are a club dedicated to community service, wanting to register people to vote and inform them about candidates in upcoming elections. Additionally, we hope to guide current and prospective political science majors in their transfer and career ambitions.

Advisor: Gloria Badal
Email: gbadal@cypresscollege.edu

The Politics and Policy Club at Cypress College is committed to promoting political awareness, civic engagement, and informed discussions on public policy. Our goal is to create a space where students can explore and debate key political issues at local, national, and global levels. Through activities such as guest speaker events, workshops, debates, and community outreach, we encourage students to think critically about governance, policy-making, and social justice. We welcome students of all political perspectives and provide opportunities for active participation in the democratic process. Whether you’re interested in advocacy, policy analysis, or simply staying informed, our club offers a supportive environment to engage with pressing issues and work towards tangible change. Join us!

Advisor: Bryan Seiling
Email: bseiling@cypresscollege.edu

Psi Beta is a national honor society for students attending two-year colleges; we invite students who plan to major or minor in psychology and those interested in psychology to join us. Our mission is to encourage professional development and psychological literacy. Psi Beta offers information and advice on graduate schools and careers, the ability to form relationships with faculty and peers, research experience, and more. We have Bi-weekly meetings on various psychology topics to better help students discover which career path they may be interested in pursuing or to simply learn about the different careers available in psychology.

Advisor: Brandy Young
Email: byoung@cypresscollege.edu

The Puente Club contains 3 main pillars, which are all designed to aid students at Cypress College for success. These pillars consist of community, academic success, and furthering resources. Above all, the Puente Club is created to provide a community for all students. We are aware that not every student has had the opportunity to be a part of the Puente Program, but we believe all should benefit from the program’s ideology and mission of bridging universities to community colleges. As part of our mission to bridge, we are dedicated to demystifying and de-stigmatizing Latinx culture. We invite students from any and all cultures to share in exchanging the very best parts of each of our cultures to allow us to better understand and know one another.

Advisor: Lela Beck
Email: lbeck@cypresscollege.edu

Recording Club aims to create a safe space for musicians by allowing comfortable creative expression, teaching proper studio etiquette and the use of professional audio equipment, empowering poetry, and building important skills to prepare for future music industry jobs; all through the power of community & collaboration of sounds.

Advisor: Marcus McMillan
Email: mmcmillan@cypresscollege.edu

The mission of Spanish Club is to provide a friendly environment where students of all levels can practice and improve their Spanish fluency, learn about Hispanic culture, and connect with other members of the student body at Cypress College.

Advisor: Samanta de Frutos-Garcia, Ph.D.
Email: sdefrutosgarcia@cypresscollege.edu

Our school club is dedicated to standing in solidarity with the Palestinian people in their quest for justice, human rights, and self-determination. We aim to deepen understanding and raise awareness about the historical and contemporary challenges facing Palestine, while highlighting perspectives that are often overlooked or misunderstood. Our activities include celebrating and sharing Palestinian culture, collaborating with various groups and individuals who are committed to human rights and international law, and fostering a community of respect and positive dialogue. We adhere to a code that promotes non-violence, respects diverse viewpoints, and aligns with our core mission of advocating for justice and understanding.

Advisor: Maha Afra
Email: mafra@cypresscollege.edu

The Wrestling Club welcomes students of all skill levels who are passionate about wrestling. Our club offers a supportive environment for members to learn, practice, and improve their wrestling techniques, whether they’re new to the sport or experienced competitors. Through regular practice sessions, workshops, and competitions, we focus on building strength, discipline, and camaraderie. Members will have opportunities to compete, engage in community events, and connect with others who share their interest in wrestling. Join us to enhance your skills, meet new friends, and become part of a dynamic and empowering team

Advisor: Kelly Hutchinson
Email: khutchison@cypresscollege.edu