Hobbies and Interest

Active Minds

Convenors - Laura Donohue
Faculty Advisor - Brad Kelley 

Bike Co-op

Convenor - David Walker Jr. & Sofia Bustamante
Business Manager -
Faculty Advisor - Jason Elliot

The Earlham Bike Co-op strives to create a bike-friendly community on Earlham's campus and in greater Richmond.  Group bicycle rides are organized by the co-op and anyone of any skill or interest level is welcome to participate and be a part of the co-op. 

Intro-level bicycle mechanic classes are given every semester and weekly mechanic hours are held to allow anyone to come learn how to fix bikes, do some tuning up on their own bikes, or just be around other people who love bikes!  The co-op is located in the basement of Gurney House, 326 College Ave

Brimleys

Convenor - Alex Cook
Faculty Advisor - Vince Punzo

Brimley's is Earlham College's only entirely student-run a cappella group. We are an auditioned group of between 12 and 16 men and women, famous for our goofy concerts and dynamic personalities. All of our compositions are arranged by group members and they incorporate all voice parts as well as vocal percussion. We meet twice a week to rehearse for concerts, study-break appearances, and singing valentines.

Chess Club

Convenor - Francis Wellin & George Bouchard
Faculty Advisor- Neal Baker

To provide a relaxed environment where students can improve their chess skills.

Crucible Literary Magazine

Convenors - Rose Copley & Rachel Taylor
Faculty Advisor - Scott Hess

Dance Alloy

Convenor - Laura Miller & Caroline Rosoff
Faculty Advisor - James Logan

Dance Alloy is a student-run, student-funded organization composed of people from all dirrerent dance backgrounds.  For at least a decade, Dance Alloy has striven to bring together dancers from all backgrouds to allow individuals to work together as a collective whole.  Each semester, out company successfully performs a full scale production of works by students and faculty.  For each of our performances, we encourage a variety of movement styles.  Dance styles have ranged from abstract to modern, tap, swing, hip-hop, African, ballet and salsa.  Dance Alloy's goal is to provide an artistic performance outlet for those interested in expressing themselves through movement.  We do not exclude individuals on the basis of ability.  All you have to have is the passion to move.

Earlham Historical Journal

Convenor - Hugh Schmidt & Sarah Brown-Anson
Business Manager - Hugh Schmidt
Faculty Advisor - Elana Passman

The Earlham Historical Journal was founded by a group of students in December of 2008 to publish exceptional works of undergraduate historical writing at Earlham College. In the Fall semester, the Journal publishes selected works from the History Senior Seminar class; in the Spring semester, there is an open call for submissions from all Earlham students. The first issue of the Journal was published in May of 2009.

Earlham Theater Company

Convenors-
Business Manager-
Faculty Advisor- Michael White

The Mission of ETC is to provide a space for students interested in any areas of theatre including, but not limited to; acting, directing, producing, designing, and back stage assistance. The group offers the opportunity to increase students' knowledge through extracurricular activities such as: professional workshops and lectures, peer training, and the opportunity to create and present small pieces inside and outside of the institution.

Earlham Word

Convener/Editor-in-Chief - Anastasia Vladimirova
Business Manager - Adaobi Onunkwo
Faculty Advisor - Judi Hetrick

Pursuing Truth, wherever that pursuit leads.

Earthquakers

ConvenorsXimena Banegas
Faculty Advisor - Donna Keesling

The Earthquakers Dance Team is a student-run organization created for the purpose of providing halftime entertainment and encouraging school spirit during the football and basketball games. It is a creative outlet, allowing members a chance to choreograph their own pieces. We are an open organization to the Earlham community, and we strive to have a diverse group. Through our time and work, we are a close group that emphasizes teamwork as well as dance.

EC Birding Club

Convenors -
Faculty Advisor -

Earlham has a long history of bird watching and research.  We are here to continue this tradition.  We host bird walks on campus, trips to areas in the region known for birding and educational programs for Earlham Students and others in our community.

Gamers United

Convenor - Rose Copley & David Loring
Business Manager - David Loring
Faculty Advisor - Joe Green

Gamers United is a club dedicated to gaming in all forms.  We have many games running in small groups.  We constantly hane meetings with bits of the club meeting for various RPGs at random times.  we have gaming parties every weekend on some scale and card players tend to get together many weekends.

Geology Club

Convenors - Lyndsey Tu & Sam Fordyce
Faculty Advisor - Andy Moore

The purpose of the Geology Club is to allow students to further their knowledge in the area of geology and geologic concepts through field trips and group study. We hope to encourage more interest in geology and more hands-on experience in the field. The club takes trips to nearby geologically significant locations. We also have designed t-shirts and hats, and get together regularly to watch geology-related movies regardless of the accuracy of the science involved — actually it's more fun when the movies are pretty inaccurate.

Homecoming Steering Committee

Convenors - Ximena Purita Banegas Zallio & Nicole Griffin-Medina
Faculty Advisor - Rich Dornberger

The homecoming committee annually overlooks and promotes events for a week long period in the fall semester by creating and establishing a meaningful theme. These activities include but are not limited to promoting school spirit and athletic events, fund raising, and the annual homecoming dance.

New Measures

Convenors - Lillian Cuellar
Business Manager - Katherine Birdsall
Faculty Advisor - Bill Culverhouse

New Measures is Earlham College’s all female student-run acapella group.  We are an auditioned group of between 12 and 16 women, All of our compositions are arranged by group members and they incorporate all voice parts as well as vocal percussion. We meet twice a week to rehearse for concerts, study-break appearances and other events.

Outdoors Club

Convenors - Sadie Rehm & Linnea Burgevin
Business Manager -
Faculty Advisor - Alexia Springer

The Outdoors Club encourages enthusiasm for the outdoors and wilderness by promoting and sponsoring activities where participants gain first-hand experience. We hope to inspire people to lead trips or expeditions and to foster an appreciation of the unique attributes of outdoor activities. We also wish to serve as a resource and provide opportunities for fun.

Rose City Coffee Co-Op (Student Run Coffee Shop)

Convenors - Ann Marie Wright & Cecelia Capanna
Faculty Advisor - Avis Stewart

Founded in 2011 we are a totally student run coffee shop.  We are advised by a small board of faculty and staff who help to educate us on business practices and legal issues related to running a business.  We are open various hours throughout the week and on weekends we partner with other organizations to host game nights and open mics.

Sci-Fi/Fantasy Club

Convenor - Rachel Taylor & Michael Gallagher
Faculty Advisor - Neal Baker

SciFi/Fantasy Club is a club for anybody and everybody who loves these two genres and wants to hang out and talk with others with similar interest. We intend to host fun activities and create an enjoyable space for people to get to make new friends and discuss their passions.

Student Filmmakers Guild (SFG)

Convenors - Natsumi Fearnside & Omar Al-fotihi
Faculty Advisors - Wes Miller

Got an idea for a great film but can't find the resources? The Student Filmmakers Guild lets you get in touch with anyone you need from across the campus — actors and actresses, producers, editors, choreographers, screenwriters — and provides funding for student-created films of all sorts. The SFG seeks to establish and maintain a habitat where cast, crew and directors can easily find and work with each other while not carrying the entirety of the film's financial burden.

 

*Denotes all official student organizations recognized, and therefore funded by, Earlham Student Government.