Clubs, Activities & Affinity Groups
With over 60+ clubs and organizations at Champlain, you can fill your time at Champlain however you'd like. Whether it's getting some exercise or driving real-world change, you'll surround yourself with people who love the same things, making memories and friends as you go. All clubs, activities and affinity groups are open to all students.
Darkroom Photography Club
Darkroom Photography Club
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Art & Entertainment Social |
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| Semester |
Fall Semester Spring Semester |
| Officers |
Alex Clark, Club Head Walker Mack, Club Leader Jae Badaracco, Club Leader Robin Perlah, Faculty Advisor |
| Primary Contact | Alex Clark |
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Description
The Darkroom Film Photography Club gives students a chance to explore the increasingly rare medium of analog photography. We meet weekly in Joyce 106, the campus darkroom, for students to stop by and learn how to shoot, develop, or print their own photographs. As an effort to make analog photography more accessible to students, we offer camera rentals, B&W film, photo-sensitive paper, and general advice. Additionally, this is a great space for those looking to explore experimental techniques.
Dungeons & Dragons and TTRPGs Club
Dungeons & Dragons and TTRPGs Club
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Art & Entertainment Social |
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| Semester |
Fall Semester Spring Semester |
| Officers |
Ainsley Norris, President/ Club Head Jason Gardiner, Discord Moderator William Stratton, Faculty Advisor |
| Primary Contact | Ainsley Norris |
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Discord |
Description
Dungeons & Dragons and TTRPGs is a club that welcomes all tabletop roleplaying games (TTRPGs), and helps students find or create groups to play with. We also host trivia nights, workshops, guest speakers, and more! DM/GMs and players of all levels, beginner to veteran, are welcome!
Hearthlight Club
Hearthlight Club
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Social Sports, Recreation, & Intramurals |
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| Semester |
Fall Semester Spring Semester |
| Officers |
Jupiter Sinclair Chong, President Isa Flaherty, Vice President Sylvia Connolly, Officer Vincent Var, Officer William Oakley, Officer Harry Tomasco, Officer Kel Bachus, Faculty Advisor |
| Primary Contact | Jupiter Sinclair Chong |
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Discord |
Description
Hearthlight is a live-action battle game that uses foam weapons for combat. We focus heavily on safety, inclusion, and (of course) fun! Each practice, we run various games, including twists on classic games like Capture the Flag. Plus, we host special events like tournaments, craft days, and others throughout the semester.
Meetings Wednesday & Saturday, 12 – 2 PM, Finney Quad (Argosy Gymnasium if weather makes Finney unusable).
Include+
Include+
| Type |
Diversity & Inclusion Social |
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| Semester |
Fall Semester Spring Semester |
| Officers |
Charles Ward, Club Head Reece Hoskyns, Club Leader Ann McMullen , Club Leader Juliana Burch, Faculty Advisor Alex Martin, Faculty Advisor |
| Primary Contact | Charles Ward |
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Description
Include+ hosts weekly gatherings for LGBTQ+ students and allies to come hang out, and monthly educational events to improve our understanding of LGBTQ+ topics (as well as possibly some additional activities on top of that). This club provides a safe, welcoming space for any student involved in the queer community. Some activities we have done at club meetings in the past include video games, board games, chess, PowerPoint presentation nights, pizza parties, and nail painting.
Japanese Culture Club
Japanese Culture Club
| Type | Social |
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| Semester |
Fall Semester Spring Semester |
| Officers |
Carson Griffin, President Zachary Kilmer, Vice President Sinyoung Evans, Faculty Advisor |
| Primary Contact | Carson Griffin |
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| Connect Online |
Discord |
Description
Explore Japanese culture through games and activities! Learn a bit of the language and history, have fun, and meet people who share an interest in Japanese culture. Dive into sushi making sessions, pick up language tips, or connect with like-minded individuals who share your interests. Discover valuable insights into studying abroad in Japan during the summer with Champlain. Please feel free to stop by!
Los Dormant Volcanoes Improv Troupe
Los Dormant Volcanoes Improv Troupe
| Type |
Art & Entertainment Social |
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| Semester |
Fall Semester Spring Semester |
| Primary Contact | Jake Tolchin |
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Instagram |
Description
We are Champlain College’s Improv Troupe! We hold auditions once per academic year near the start of the fall semester. Our style of improv performance is short-form comedy games. Troupe members are given prompts by the audience, and then we create hilarious scenes to watch and be a part of. We perform a few times a semester, so keep an eye out for our posters!
Magic The Gathering Club
Magic The Gathering Club
| Type |
Art & Entertainment Social |
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| Semester |
Fall Semester Spring Semester |
| Officers |
Steward Nunez, President Miah Batres, Teaching Chair Mia Amato, Treasurer Rodrick Stoppiello, Secretary Logan Lammey, Card Keeper Lindsay Day, Faculty Advisor |
| Primary Contact | Steward Nunez |
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| Connect Online |
Discord |
Description
The Magic The Gathering Club brings together students who share an interest in the game. We aim to welcome new players, host competitions for casual players, and create a fun, social space. With so many MTG fans at Champlain College, it’s a great way to meet others and make new friends.
Pokemon TCG Club
Pokemon TCG Club
| Type |
Art & Entertainment Social |
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| Semester |
Fall Semester Spring Semester |
| Officers |
Cierra Rossi, Co-Founder Jonathan Ingles, Co-Founder Cole Jordan, Gym Leader Caleb Carreon, Gym Leader Isa Flaherty, Gym Leader Maxwell Totten, Gym Leader Samuel Bergeron, Gym Leader Laura Thomas-Roy, Gym Leader Anthony Rivers, Faculty Advisor |
| Primary Contact | Cierra Rossi |
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Discord |
Description
Remember Pokemon Cards? Those things we shoved in binders as a kid and then put away? Here’s your chance to bring them out, at The Ogerpon League: Pokemon TCG Club! With room for trading, deck building, and battling, meet your fellow pokemon-enjoyers and have a chance to battle and become champion!
Sisterhood Brunch
Sisterhood Brunch
| Type |
Diversity & Inclusion Social |
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| Semester |
Fall Semester Spring Semester |
| Primary Contact | Office of Diversity & Inclusion |
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Description
Sisterhood Brunch invites students, staff, and faculty to join an intergenerational discourse. Enjoy brunch and discuss topics relevant to your intersecting identities. These events are hosted by the Office of Diversity & Inclusion each semester.
Stiller Women in Business
Stiller Women in Business
| Type |
Academic Social |
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| Semester |
Fall Semester Spring Semester |
| Officers |
Grace Berry, President Laurel Papera, Social Media Manager Jennifer Vincent, Faculty Advisor |
| Primary Contact | Grace Berry |
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Instagram |
Description
Stiller Women in Business is a group of students who are committed to giving women and other marginalized communities within the business world a safe space to hang out and talk about classes and other activities on campus. You do not have to be female identifying or a business major to participate in the club. Our goal is to explore, transform, and ignite the business world, and this starts with us. Through the combined efforts of its members and leaders in the business community, SWIB strengthens their professional expertise to positively impact their careers and society.
Our Mission:
To Explore, Transform, & Ignite the Nature of Women in Business, Now and in the future.
What We Do!
Meetings | Networking Events | Skills Panels/Workshops | Mentor Program | Partnership Events with Speaking from Experience, WEI & More!
Why We Do It!
Passionate individuals | Being female role models in our field | Credibility | Encouraging confidence in a safe space | Leaving a legacy & foundation for future students | Changing the image of women in the business world | Elevating the community | Mentoring | Feasible Journey | Ability to reach out to local community | Having a voice | Resources | Making an impact in our lives & our community
Student Activity Programmers
Student Activity Programmers
| Type | Social |
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| Semester |
Fall Semester Spring Semester |
| Primary Contact | Christine Koogle |
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Description
Student Activity Programmers (SAP) host multiple events each week to encourage social interactions and bonding within our community. These events are open to all students and are almost always free to participate in. Some program highlights include bingo, trivia, and free bowling nights, as well as crafts, movie nights, or themed food nights. If there is a fun event you want to see on campus, let us know and we can make it happen!
Tabletop Games Club
Tabletop Games Club
| Type |
Art & Entertainment Social |
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| Semester |
Fall Semester Spring Semester |
| Officers |
Seraphim Gerber, Club Head Jan Ruiz, Club Head Weiling Deng, Faculty Advisor |
| Primary Contact | Seraphim Gerber |
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Discord |
Description
The Tabletop Games Club is a place for people to socialize and play tabletop games. We provide a large variety of games members can freely use. Whether you’re new to board games or a veteran, all are welcome! Don’t know what to play? Find a club head and we’ll help you get set up with a game. Our club is all about coming together and meeting new people with shared interests, and we’d love to have you there!
The Grind
The Grind
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Art & Entertainment Social |
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| Semester |
Fall Semester Spring Semester |
| Primary Contact | Christine Koogle |
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Email Us |
Description
The Grind is an open mic coffee house that provides a safe space for people to express themselves through performance. The audience can relax, meet new people, and spend time with friends. Every Wednesday from 8:30-11:30 PM in Fireside Lounge, there is a player’s sheet; it’s first to sign-up, first to play. We have a sound system and an electric piano for acoustic music. There’s always snacks/coffee available. Our goals are to provide a safe environment for creative expression and creative community and to create an environment that develops and nurtures our performers.
Women In Games
Women In Games
| Type |
Diversity & Inclusion Social |
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| Semester |
Fall Semester Spring Semester |
| Officers |
Bea Godeaux, President Brandy Caterino, Communications Jessie Gagnon, Faculty Advisor Dana Steinhoff, Faculty Advisor |
| Primary Contact | Bea Godeaux |
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Discord |
Description
Women In Games (W.I.G.) is a club that was created to show the value that women, femme-identifying, non-binary professionals, and allies hold within the Game Studio at Champlain College. By providing its members with access to technology, and conducting professional development workshops with keynote guest speakers, there is an elimination of any barriers that may be held within the industry. W.I.G. at Champlain College works with two organizations, Women in Games International (W.I.G.I.) as well as the Women In Games (W.I.G.) based out of the UK. Join W.I.G. to meet and collaborate with different students in an inclusive environment, as that is when the best ideas come together!
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Womxn in Technology
Womxn in Technology
| Type |
Academic Diversity & Inclusion Social |
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| Semester |
Fall Semester Spring Semester |
| Officers |
Savannah Ciak, President Lily Pouliot, Vice President Sierra Blume, Game Representative Genesis Bautista Sanchez, Underclassmen Representative Hannelore Sanokklis, Marketing Lead Melanie Brown, Faculty Advisor |
| Primary Contact | Savannah Ciak |
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Description
The Womxn in Technology Club offers a safe and supportive space for students who are considered minorities in the field of technology. While the club mainly focuses on the experiences of students who are minorities in regard to gender (female-identifying and gender non-conforming), all students are welcome. Diverse experiences and perspectives are what our club is all about! Join us for a mix of community building and technical nights, where we invite guest speakers, talk about different technologies folks are interested in, and do hands-on educational activities and labs.
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Clubs, Activities & Affinity Groups
With over 60+ clubs and organizations at Champlain, you can fill your time at Champlain however you'd like. Whether it's getting some exercise or driving real-world change, you'll surround yourself with people who love the same things, making memories and friends as you go. All clubs, activities and affinity groups are open to all students.
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