Getting involved in a club or organization is a great way for you to explore your interest areas, gain valuable experiences outside of the classroom, meet your fellow students, and get connected to the MassBay community.
MassBay offers a wide-range of student-run campus clubs which provide opportunities to explore new social, cultural, educational and professional experiences.
Whatever your interests, MassBay has a student organization for you. Get involved today!
If you have questions about any of the clubs listed below, or for more information, email studentengagement@massbay.edu
Join a Club at MassBay:
Fill out the MassBay Club Interest Form!
Students who complete the above form will be contacted by a represenative from the associated organization with instructions on how to become involved.
Start a New Club at MassBay:
MassBay New Club/Organization directions & application
Current MassBay Student Clubs:
ALL Clubs must re-register for the Fall 2023 semester to be considered an active organization by Student Engagement.
ALPFA Chapter
The ALPFA Chapter will be a dynamic and inclusive student organization dedicated to empowering future leaders in the industry. Our chapter provides a supportive community where students can develop essential skills, network with industry professionals, and explore career opportunities. Through a range of engaging events, workshops, and mentorship programs, we strive to foster academic excellence, promote diversity and inclusion, and prepare our members for success in their professional journeys. Join us in building a strong foundation for your future in the business world while making lasting connections with like-minded peers and experienced professionals.
Meeting times: TBD
Club Contacts:
Advisor — Elizabeth Kinsman ekinsman@massbay.edu
President — Ashanty Valentin avalentin@massbay.edu
APSS: Association of Pre-health Science Students
APSS intends to motivate, encourage, educate, and prepare Pre-Health students from diverse backgrounds to be competitive applicants for health professional schools. Through a sharing of knowledge, experience, skills, and mentorship that are both a prerequisite and concomitant to professional participation in health care fields—with a focus on medicine.
Meeting times: Wednesdays 2-3pm in W503 and on WebEx
Club Contacts:
Advisor — Carolyn Frantz c_frantz@massbay.edu
President — Esther Jagwer a_jagwer@massbay.edu
Biotechnology Innovations
The Biotechnology Innovations Club discusses recent innovations in Biotechnology, Gene Therapy, RNA therapeutics Genomics, Vaccine Development, and food production. The club encourages the synergistic growth and development of scientific curiosity, inquiry, and quest for discovery among MassBay Community College students through knowledge and involvement in research addressing real-world problems and discussion of recently published papers in translational biotechnology and life sciences research.
Meeting times: Fridays at 1pm in W316 and on WebEx
Join Discord or
Join Teams Club Page
Club Member Registration Form
Club Contacts:
Advisor — Nirmal Singh nsingh@massbay.edu
President — Joy Mwangangye j_mwangangye@massbay.edu
Vice President — Skylar Michauds_michaud2@massbay.edu
Officer — Esther Jagwer a_jagwer@massbay.edu
Officer — Eileen Gutierrez e_gutierrez1@massbay.edu
Business Club
The Mission of the Business Club is to enhance interest in business, encourage ethical business behavior, promote professionalism and leadership and encourage more participation in philanthropic endeavors. The Club provides an opportunity for students using learned business skills to engage in fund raisers for worthy causes and community service. The Club also provides students interested in business an opportunity to network with business professionals and leaders, to learn more about, and understand the role of business in our society.
Meeting times: Tuesdays 3-4pm
Club Contacts:
Advisor — Reginald Pierre-Charles rpierrecharles@massbay.edu
President — Kyrollos Abedelnour k_abedelnour@massbay.edu
Officer — Jasper Landrum j_landrum@massbay.edu
Creative Writing Club
The Creative Writing Club's mission is to foster a supportive environment at MassBay for writers of any form or genre to create, share, workshop, and showcase their writing.
Meeting times: Thursdays 1-2:15pm in W403B or virtually on Discord
Club Contacts:
Advisor — Matt Walsh mwalsh@massbay.edu
Co-President — Thomas Kullman t_kullman@massbay.edu
Co-President — Jasper Cecelya j_cecelya@massbay.edu
Co-President — Quinn Healy k_healy5@massbay.edu
Cyber Security Club
The Cybersecurity Club provides an opportunity for students of all majors who have a vested interest in cybersecurity in all aspects of the field from its history to modern day trends. The club will focus both on educating members concerning different concepts of information and cybersecurity and application in hands-on group projects and collegiate cyber competitions.
Meeting times: Tuesdays 3-4pm
Club Contacts:
Advisor — Shamsi Moussavi smoussavi@massbay.edu
President — Meghan Faris m_faris2@massbay.edu
Officer —Dalia Diaz d_diazchongo@massbay.edu
Film Club Society
Film Club Society is where you can discover a world of diverse films, ranging from timeless classics to contemporary masterpieces. Engage in thought-provoking discussions, share insights, and expand your film knowledge. Connect with fellow members who share your love for cinema, fostering meaningful friendships.
Meeting times: Mon/Fri 1pm in the Choral Room-W112
Club Contacts:
Advisor — Dejour Hollins dhollins@massbay.edu
President — Rachel Nicolas r_nicolas2@massbay.edu
Officer — Nilton Garcia n_garcia9@massbay.edu
Games Club
The MassBay Games Club is dedicated to fostering a community at MassBay through games of all sorts. Our mission to ensure members of our club have fun and make friends through the games that we all enjoy or play. The club is representative of all kinds of students, whether you play Tabletop Games, Board Games, Video Games, Card Games, or just really like Rock Paper Scissors.
Meeting times: Wednesdays 12:15-2pm in W304. Saturdays Virtual 6pm
Club Contacts:
Advisor — Fielding Vaugh fvaughn@massbay.edu
President — Ezequiel Campos e_campos@massbay.edu
Officer — Christina KC c_kc@massbay.edu
International Club
The International Club is a safe place designed to share, learn and celebrate our different cultures. We create a community to support students from all over the world explore the new challenges of this adventure.
Meeting times: Mondays 12:30-1:30pm
International Lunch Hours in Fall 2023: First Friday every month 12pm in the Library Atrium
Ecuador: October 6th
Bangladesh: November 3rd
Israel: Dec 1st
Club Contacts:
Advisor — Claudia Ortiz cortiz@massbay.edu
President — Paulina Guerra p_guerra2@massbay.edu
Officer — Laura Garcia l_garcia14@massbay.edu
iWARP Club
The iWARP (internet of things, Wearables, Arduino, Robotics, and Raspberry Pi) Club provides students the opportunity to learn and work on hands-on multidisciplinary projects using physical computing. Students are encouraged to experiment with new ideas and express their creativity by building interactive physical systems using software and hardware that allows you to sense and respond to the physical environment. No previous experience required! Students will have the opportunity to work on a state-of-the-art lab designing and developing projects of their choice. They will be able to learn how to use IoT (Internet of Things) devices, wearable technologies, microcontrollers (Arduino & Micro:Bit), robotic components, and/or Raspberry Pi (RPi) mini computers. Students will also have access to a variety of equipment like sensors, LEDs, cameras, motors, computer networking equipment, and IoT devices such as Amazon Alexa, Google Home, wireless speakers, IP cameras, environmental sensors, Wi-Fi lights & outlets, home control systems, etc. Students from any discipline are encouraged to join, and learn how to create cool projects that use some or all of these components.
Meeting times: TBD
Club Contacts:
Advisor — Tony Sena gsena@massbay.edu
Journalism Club
The journalism club exists to give students a medium to voice there perceptions and opinions.
Meeting times: Thursdays 3:30-4:30pm in Library Conference Room B
Club Contacts:
Advisor — Jeanne Cosmos jcosmos@massbay.edu
President — Andrew Knight a_knight7@massbay.edu
MEDS: MassBay EMS Club
MEDS seeks to expand upon our role as critical public safety agents who deliver exceptional pre-hospital emergency medicine, public health education, and outreach and population health management programs to the communities we serve through leadership, compassion, patient advocacy, preparedness, integrity, pride, and clinical excellence.
*MEDS is based on the Framingham Campus*
Meeting times: Tuesdays 3pm
Club Contacts:
Advisor — Joe Murphy jmurphy@massbay.edu
President — Ryan Murphy r_murphy29@massbay.edu
MassBay Veterans Club
MassBay Student Veterans Association is non-partisan, inclusive student group for veterans, military, and their families. It is an official Chapter Member of the Student Veterans of America® (SVA) →. SVA’s vision and mission closely reflects that of MassBay Community College mission, vision, and values. We invite all Veterans and Military Students to become members of the Student Veterans Club, and continue the good will, and community support that the Student Veterans Association has been provided to the local community for years. Contact the Veterans and Military Services office for more details on how you can use your strengths to contribute to our community, veterans@massbay.edu.
Meeting times: Meetings are held in the Bunker on the first Wednesday, and Thursday of each month. The first meeting this Semester was held on Thursday, Sep 7, 3:30- 4:30pm November meetings are as follows: Wednesday, 8 Nov, 1:00-2:00pm; Thursday, 9 Nov, 3:30-4:30pm December meetings are as follows: Wednesday, 6 Dec, 1:00-2:00pm; Thursday, 7 Dec, 3:30-4:30pm
Club Contacts:
Co-Advisor — John Martin jmartin@massbay.edu
President — Kynan (Bobby) Bodley k_bodley@massbay.edu
VIce President — Jonathan (Jon) Shook j_shook@massbay.edu
National Society of Black Engineers
The National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) Chapter at MassBay is vibrant and inclusive community dedicated to fostering the academic and professional success of engineering students of color. As a dynamic chapter, we provide a supportive environment that promotes excellence in STEM fields through mentorship, networking, and skill development. Join us in building a strong foundation for future engineers, celebrating diversity, and making a lasting impact in the world of technology and innovation. Together, we are shaping the future of engineering at MassBay and beyond!
Meeting times: TBD
Club Contacts:
Advisor — Marina Bograd mbograd@massbay.edu
President — AJ Miller a_gilbertmiller@massbay.edu
VIce President — Marilyn Machuca mmachuca@massbay.edu
Nursing Students' Club
The Nursing Students Club facilitates and engages in acts of service in both the MBCC and local communities, allowing members to develop positive skills and attributes as they prepare to enter the nursing profession. In addition, the Nursing Students Club is a supportive network in which students can discuss the challenges of nursing school and resources available to them, aiding members to be successful in reaching their academic and professional nursing goals.
*The Nursing Students' Club is aimed towards students enrolled in an ADN or PN Program, and is based in Framingham Campus.*
Meeting times: First meeting Sept 20th, 12pm
Club Contacts:
Advisors — Alicia Layne alayne@massbay.edu
Deborah O'Dowd dodowd@massbay.edu
President — Joshua Clute j_clute@massbay.edu
Secretary — Lysa Brito l_brito1@massbay.edu
Historians — Nathaly Posada n_posada@massbay.edu
Stephanie Mauk s_schubert1@massbay.edu
PN Liasons — Larry Murphy l_murphy23@massbay.edu
Marie Virgilo m_virgile@massbay.edu
Pre-Nursing Club
The mission of the club is to help guide students on their path towards the nursing program, where they can share experiences with professors, resources for the TEAS, experience, and passion for the nursing world. Students will have the chance to speak to current nurses and faculty in the Massbay Nursing program.
Meeting Times: Tuesdays at 2pm
Club Contacts:
Advisor — Aaron Riobe ariobe@massbay.edu
Co-Advisor — Deborah O'Dowd dodowd@massbay.edu
President — Laiz Martins l_martins2@massbay.edu
Pride Alliance
Phi Theta Kappa: Alpha Kappa Lambda Chapter
The purpose of Alpha Kappa Lambda Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa at Massachusetts Bay Community College shall be the: promotion of scholarship, development of leadership and service, and cultivation of fellowship among PTK members.
Meeting times: Join Virtually on Teams
Virtual Transfer Fairs:
PTK Scholarship Providers - Nov 15th 12pm Register Here
Prospective Members - Dec 7th 4pm Register Here
Club Contacts:
Co-Advisor — Perry Beardley pbeardsley@massbay.edu
Co-Advisor — Jason Mazaik jmazaik@massbay.edu
President — Angel Fox a_fox4@massbay.edu
Open Minds
The mission for the club this semester is to create a supportive and understanding community where individuals can share their experiences and find solace in knowing they are not alone in their struggles. Members can advocate for improved mental health services and policies, raising awareness about the importance of mental health care in society. It can provide a space for peer support, allowing individuals to share coping strategies and advice with one another. It can organize events and campaigns to raise awareness about mental health issues, potentially reaching a wider audience and reducing stigma on a larger scale.
Rad Tech Visions
The purpose of the Rad Tech Visions Club is to bring current MassBay Rad Tech students together to actively participate in school events, provide community services for what we believe in, and bring health awareness to our community.
*Rad Tech Visions is based on the Framingham Campus*
Meeting times: Monthly: time and dates TBD
Club Contacts:
Advisor — Karen Hansen khansen@massbay.edu
Co-president — Adena Alves a_alves6@massbay.edu
Co-president — Makenzie Boucher m_boucher6@massbay.edu
SABOR Club
SABOR (Students Advocating for Bold Opportunities & Representation) Club's mission is to foster a strong and inclusive community that represents and celebrates diverse cultures, particularly Latin and Caribbean experiences at our institution and in our communities.
Club SABOR, in collaboration with organizations such as ALPFA, will serve current MassBay students and alumni, by providing a safe and supportive environment to express themselves and access resources such as scholarships and job opportunities available to Latin and Caribbean identities.
Meeting times: Hybrid Fridays Biweekly at 2pm
Club Contacts:
Advisor — Elizabeth Kinsman ekinsman@massbay.edu
President — Ashanty Valentin a_valentin2@massbay.edu
Vice President — Marilyn Machuca mmachuca@massbay.edu
STEM For All Club
The STEM For All Club is an all STEM-inclusive group with a purpose to prepare, assist, excite and engage STEM students beyond academics. This club will focus on civic engagement, personal development workshops, career and academic opportunities, team-building events, competitions and more! That being said, ALL students can take advantage of the opportunities we have to offer – that is what makes us STEM for ALL.
Meeting times: Mondays 3pm in the Alumni Board Room and on WebEx
Club Contacts:
Advisor — Amerline Occean aoccean@massbay.edu
Co-President — Marilyn Machuca m_machuca@massbay.edu
Co-President — Derin Saunders, d_saunders2@massbay.edu
Vice President — AJ Miller, a_gilbertmiller@massbay.edu
Secretary — Jack Luskin, j_luskin@massbay.edu
The Kingdom
Prayer and Bible Study Group — Learn and share the word of God, leading to the revelation of a prosperous generation of love, righteousness, peace, and self-control, through spiritual growth.
Matthew 6:33, Jeremiah 51:15
Meeting times: Thursdays 2-3pm in the Choral Room: W112
Club Contacts:
Advisor — Dejour Hollins dhollins@massbay.edu
President — Joel Yate j_yate@massbay.edu
Officer — Esther Jagwer a_jagwer@massbay.edu
Unified Sports
Unified Sports aims to bring together students with and without disabilities to build an inclusive and fun environment. Unified Sports is registered as a club, but run through the Athletic Department. Please contact Kelly Graska (kgraska@massbay.edu) to learn how to get involved.
Meeting times: Monday/Thursday 1-2pm in the Recreation and Wellness Center
Club Contacts:
Co-Advisor — Kelly Graska kgraska@massbay.edu
Co-Advisor — David Lee dlee1@massbay.edu
President — Radley Theolien r_theolien@massbay.edu
Vice President — Sofia Roumiantsev s_roumiantsev@massbay.edu