Academic Student Organizations and Activities
- Actuarial Science Club aids actuarial science majors to be successful during and after college.
- American Marketing Association (AMA) hosts events to help students learn to market themselves, network and strengthen their business skills.
- American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) fosters a supportive community for NCC mechanical engineers to enhance careers, expand knowledge, and grow networks within the engineering field.
- Animation Club is an inclusive community for all, prioritizing skill development, exploring diverse animation styles, and encouraging student well-being, creativity, and goal achievement.
- Bulls and Bears Club provides portfolio management skills and professional growth
through engaging workshops, a student-led investment fund, and networking opportunities. - Cardinal Fit is a free program designed to help you identify your presonal health and fitness goals and develop a plan to reach them with guidance from a student majoring in exercise science.
- Cardinal Sports Medicine Club is a club any undergrad student interested in sports medicine professions can join and participate in activities designed for educational and social development.
- Center for Financial Literacy aims to empower individuals to make healthy financial decisions through necessary financial education. The Center runs programs for NCC students, local high schools, and community organizations.
- Coffee Lab is a learning and research lab, bean to cup business and a hub for connections. Focused on engaged learning across disciplines, students can participate in a variety of ways enriching their academic experience.
- CREATE Commitment to Recruit, Educate, and Assist Teachers in Equity, provides scholarships, mentoring, and monthly activities for juniors and seniors double majoring in Secondary Education and STEM (biology, chemistry, environmental science, math, or physics).
- Design Agency equips emerging leaders with human-centered design and innovation skills so they can build careers of purpose and impact.
- Design for America is a community-engaged learning practicum course (ARTD195) similar to a real-life creative agency to develop independent art and design projects
- DEV131 is a co-curricular organization for students interested in computing.
- Ed Rising provides monthly professional development and wellness-focused events for undergraduate education majors.
- Enactus is a faculty-student-partner collaboration that focuses on direct trade, relationship-based social enterprises. Activities include hands-on projects and a national competition.
- Golden Apple Scholars is a scholarship program for aspiring educators that focuses on building skills and inspiring teachers.
- Green Scene aims to promote sustainability, environmental awareness, and community at NCC through community-building activities, advocacy, and fun, educational events.
- Hand Therapy Group enhances entry-level occupational therapy practitioner preparedness for outpatient specialized hand clinics through occupation-centered, evidence-based training and fieldwork preparation.
- HEXA (Health and Exercise Association) promotes health and wellness on campus and is open to students interested in health and exercise.
- History Club brings students together to explore the past through events and activities. This club works to create connections among history enthusiasts on campus.
- La Malinche provides free multilingual service to NCC and community organizations with the aim of making a positive impact on society, building partnerships and empowering students with professional bilingual skills.
- LEAPS The Leadership Experience and Advancement Program in STEM (LEAPS) is a scholarship program supporting low- income, high-ability STEM students develop leadership and career development skills.
- Math Club is open to anyone with an interest in mathematics, promoting community-building and scholarly activity.
- Mock Trial Team invites students to compete, travel free, win awards and scholarships, make friends, and gain unforgettable experiences while sharpening public speaking. (Beginner-friendly and open to all majors).
- NCC IEEE Student Branch in the NCC Chapter of Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers fosters technical innovation, networking, and professional growth through events, projects, and collaboration among engineering students.
- NCC ORBIT is an astronomy club encouraging curiosity about the universe through engaging activities, collaborative events, and a shared passion for astronomy and the culture of space exploration.
- Neuroscience Club aims to spread knowledge across campus and enhance the experience of neuroscience majors through various events.
- Nutrition Club is a student-led organization that promotes campus-wide participation in nutrition-related activities, dedicated to building a healthier community, which values nutrition as a key factor in holistic well-being. Our organization aims to empower students with the knowledge, skills and inspiration to make informed and mindful choices about their nutrition.
- Pre-Health Organization is a community for students pursuing health-related careers with skills clinics, guest speakers, leadership opportunities, mentorship, volunteer experiences, and more.
- Pre-PA Club supports students pursuing the physician assistant profession through volunteering, informational talks, hands-on skills, and graduate school preparation.
- Project LEAD (Leaders in Education Advocating for Diversity) is a State of Illinois initiative to diversify the educator pipeline, and focuses on equity and access in schools and communities through a variety of activities.
- Psychology Club connects students of all majors with psychological ideas through self-care events, career guidance, and improving mental health awareness on campus.
- Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) NCC students with at least three years until graduation are eligible to apply for Army ROTC or Air Force ROTC for training to become a U.S. military officer.
- S.T.A.R STEM, Teamwork, Assembly, and Resources offers STEM academic support, unique connections and collaborations, and an empowering community for academic and professional growth.
- Shimer Student Organization fosters curiosity and scholarly spirit through Thursday lunches and events.
- Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE), the nation’s largest Hispanic STEM association, provides training, mentorship, and programming to support student and professional members in a vibrant, inclusive community.
- SportxNC helps NCC students in sports management network, develop skills, discuss trends, gain leadership experience, and volunteer for hands-on industry experience.
- Student Accounting Society is dedicated to informing students about the CPA exam, fosters connections with peers and professionals, and offers opportunities to meet firms and recruiters.
- Student Members of the American Chemical Society (SMACS) hosts educational and fun events that bring together chemistry majors and enthusiasts.